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The running costs of Australia's cheapest cars have spiked
Budget buyers with Victoria's cheapest cars are still shelling out more than $100 extra per month compared to this time in 2021, says the RACV.
3 Years Ago
Kia Picanto vs Mirage
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2022 Kia Picanto - S
1.2L, 5-speed manual, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD
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1.2L, 5-speed manual, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD
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Overview
Variant
S
Variant
ES
Body type
Hatchback
Body type
Hatchback
Engine size
1.2 L
Engine size
1.2 L
Drive type
Front
Drive type
Front
Fuel efficiency (combined)
5.0 / 100 km
Fuel efficiency (combined)
4.7 / 100 km
Power and torque
62kW / 122Nm
Power and torque
57kW / 100Nm
700km
745km
Warranty
7 years
Warranty
10 years
Doors
5
Doors
5
Seats
5
Seats
5
Fuel type
Unleaded
Fuel type
Unleaded
Safety rating
4.00 Stars
Safety rating
5 Stars
Specifications
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Country Highway): 99
CO2 Level (Combined): 117
CO2 Level (Urban): 147
Standard Met: EU5
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Country Highway): 95
CO2 Level (Combined): 109
CO2 Level (Urban): 135
Standard Met: EU5
Engine
Bore Engine: 71.0
Engine (cc): 1248
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: G4la
Engine (L): 1.2
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 78.8
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Engine
Bore Engine: 75.0
Engine (cc): 1193
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: 3a92
Engine (L): 1.2
Number of Cylinders: 3
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 90.0
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 91
Minimum Fuel Type: Unleaded
Fuel Type: Unleaded
Octane Number: 91
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 91
Minimum Fuel Type: Unleaded
Fuel Type: Unleaded
Octane Number: 91
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Multi-Point Injection
Fuel System
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Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 9.2
Main Capacity (L): 35
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 7.7
Main Type: Total
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 9.2
Main Capacity (L): 35
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 7.7
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 8.0
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 4.2
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 7.00
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 700
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 435
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 20.0
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 5.0
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 57
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 47
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 23.8
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 4.2
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 67
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 56
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 15.9
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 6.3
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 45
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 37
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 745
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 463
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 21.3
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 4.7
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 60
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 50
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 25.6
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 3.9
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 72
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 60
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 17.5
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 5.7
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 50
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 41
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 13.7
Maximum Speed (km/h): 163
Maximum Speed (mph): 101
Performance
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Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 84
Maximum Power (kW): 62
Maximum Torque (Nm): 122
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 4000
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 78
Maximum Power (kW): 57
Maximum Torque (Nm): 100
Measurement Standard: DIN
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 4000
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 5.0
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 4.7
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Transmission
Description: Manual
Number of Speeds: 5
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Manual
Transmission
Code: F5mdb
Description: Manual
Number of Speeds: 5
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Manual
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 2
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Power Steering
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Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Type: Plastic
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Type: Plastic
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Type: Torsion Beam
Rear Wheel Dependence: Semi-Independent
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Type: Torsion Beam
Rear Wheel Dependence: Semi-Independent
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 82
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 175
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 82
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 175
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 82
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 165
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 82
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 165
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 14
Front Wheels Rim Type: Steel
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 5.5
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 14
Rear Rim Type: Steel
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 5.5
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 14
Front Wheels Rim Type: Steel
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 4.5
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 14
Rear Rim Type: Steel
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 4.5
Body Style
Body Type: Hatchback
Local Body Type: Hatchback
Platform Code: H
Wheelbase Type: Short
Body Style
Body Type: Hatchback
Local Body Type: Hatchback
Platform Code: A00
Wheelbase Type: Short
Spoiler
Location: Roof
Spoiler
Location: Roof
Cargo Capacity
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 35.7
Rear Seat Down (L): 1010
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 9.0
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 255
Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 0.0
Frunk Capacity (L): 0
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 21.2
Rear Seat Down (L): 599
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 8.3
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 235
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 9400
Front Track (in): 54.9
Front Track (mm): 1394
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 5.6
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 141
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 30.8
Overall Height (in): 58.5
Overall Height (mm): 1485
Overall Length (in): 141.5
Overall Length (mm): 3595
Overall Width (in): 62.8
Overall Width (mm): 1595
Rear Track (in): 55.2
Rear Track (mm): 1403
Wheelbase (in): 94.5
Wheelbase (mm): 2400
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 9200
Front Track (in): 56.3
Front Track (mm): 1430
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 6.3
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 160
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 30.2
Overall Height (in): 59.4
Overall Height (mm): 1510
Overall Length (in): 151.4
Overall Length (mm): 3845
Overall Width (in): 65.6
Overall Width (mm): 1665
Rear Track (in): 55.7
Rear Track (mm): 1415
Wheelbase (in): 96.5
Wheelbase (mm): 2450
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 39.6
Front Headroom (mm): 1005
Rear Headroom (in): 37.8
Rear Headroom (mm): 960
Front Hip Room (in): 49.0
Front Hip Room (mm): 1245
Rear Hip Room (in): 48.4
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1230
Front Leg Room (in): 42.7
Front Leg Room (mm): 1085
Rear Leg Room (in): 32.3
Rear Leg Room (mm): 820
Front Shoulder Room (in): 51.2
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1300
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 50.4
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1280
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 39.1
Front Headroom (mm): 992
Rear Headroom (in): 38.1
Rear Headroom (mm): 967
Front Hip Room (in): 48.9
Front Hip Room (mm): 1242
Rear Hip Room (in): 49.0
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1245
Front Leg Room (in): 41.7
Front Leg Room (mm): 1058
Rear Leg Room (in): 34.0
Rear Leg Room (mm): 864
Front Shoulder Room (in): 51.7
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1314
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 51.0
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1296
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Rear Door
Type: Lifting Gate
Rear Door
Type: Lifting Gate
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Lens Type: Complex Surface
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Lens Type: Complex Surface
Headlight Control
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Manual
Headlight Control
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Paint
External Colour: Black
Type: Gloss
Paint
External Colour: White
Type: Gloss
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Variable
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Variable
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 0
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1410
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 3109
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1012
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 2231
Tare Weight (kg): 993
Trailer Noseweight (kg): 0
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 0
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1300
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 2866
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 865
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 1907
Tare Weight (kg): 846
Trailer Noseweight (kg): 0
Audio System
Audio Player Reads MP3: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Audio System
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total Front USB Connections: 1
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total Front USB Connections: 1
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 6
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 2
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Rigid
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Rigid
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Bluetooth
Includes Music Streaming: yes
Includes Phone Connection: yes
Bluetooth
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Media Control
Touch Screen: yes
Media Control
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Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Android Wireless Connection: yes
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Apple Wireless Connection: yes
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: 0
Other Months Subscription Included: 0
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: 0
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Voice Activating System
Includes Audio Player: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Voice Activating System
Virtual Assistant: Other
Parking Assistance
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Guidance Display
Parking Assistance
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Parking Distance System
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Parking Distance System
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Camera
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 1
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 1
Smart Card/Smart Key
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Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Alloy Look
Doors: Alloy Look
Instrument Panel: Alloy Look
Luxury Trim
Instrument Panel: Piano Black
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 6
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 6
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Rear Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Rear Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Adult Occupant Score: 87.00
ANCAP Child Occupant Score: 64.00
ANCAP Date Tested: 20170101
ANCAP Overall: 4.00
ANCAP Pedestrian Score: 54.00
ANCAP Rating Year: 2017
ANCAP Rear Crash Protect Head Restraint Rating: Marginal
ANCAP Safety Assist Score: 47.00
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Date Tested: 20130211
ANCAP Overall: 5.0
ANCAP Rating Year: 2013
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: Mirage 1.2l Petrol Hatch
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Manual
Air Conditioning
Type: Manual
Ventilation System
Heater Type: Combustion
Ventilation System
Engine Heater: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
Period (Months): 12
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
Period (Months): 12
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