Kia Picanto Hatchback (2004 - 2011) review
At a glance |
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| New price | £5,795 - £9,400 |
| Used price | £445 - £3,110 |
| Fuel economy |
Not tested to latest standards
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| Road tax cost | £30 - £170 |
| Insurance group | 8 - 11 How much is it to insure? |
PROS
Cracking value, economical engines, five-doors as standard, cheap to run, reliable
CONS
Not as clever with space as other small cars, mediocre saf ety rating
Kia Picanto rivals
The Picanto is a great small car that's big on value and interior space. Like all Kia's it is well put together and generously equipped, while light steering and a tiny turning circle make it ideal for nipping in and out of small spaces. Kia injected new life into the model with a facelift in 2008, giving it new lights and bumpers. As before, it is still available exclusively as a five-door, making it ideal if you have young children.
It's been a surprise hit as a new car, which means that there's now a wide range of models available at budget prices. One of the few black marks against its name is a less than impressive three star Euro NCAP crash safety rating. However, all cars sold from the beginning of January 2010 come with a seven-year warranty, making it a great buy.
