Test: Kia Picanto – 1.0 Luxury
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In a class of cars that doesn't get as much public attention, it is difficult to stand out and achieve good sales results. At first everyone tried to play the sympathy and playfulness card, but now it's time to turn the record. Kia has decided to offer the city toddler great usability. At first glance, the new Kia Picanto looks much more serious and prettier than convincing than before. It retained the same external dimensions as its predecessors, only the wheelbase increased to about 2.400 millimeters. Since the wheels have been pressed into the outer edges of the body, there is more room in the cabin. Above all, the increase is noticeable in the luggage compartment, which with 255 liters is one of the largest in this segment. But in order.
Looking inside the Picanto, you can see designs similar to those found in the larger Rio. Well, in terms of pricing, the baby is much cheaper than plastic, only here and there the lacquered detail raises the level of the overall impression. This is largely due to the "floating" (as Kia calls it) seven-inch touch screen, which shows navigation in 3D-mode, and also provides communication with smartphones. Some of them will also benefit from wireless charging.
The exterior certainly doesn't promise as much space as the Picanto actually does. The driver will have no problem finding a good position, there will be enough space above his head, and he and his co-driver will also not struggle for a seat on the armrest. During the trials, the Picanto was also used for a business trip to Zagreb airport, and there was no record of back seat passengers in the "complaint book". They praised the plethora of drawers for small items, but missed out on the slightly easier access to the Isofix beds.
The liter three-cylinder engine in the test model is an old friend, with a redesign of the model it was only slightly improved. 67 "horses" in a city kid do not bring a decrease in speed, but for everyday tasks they fully serve their purpose. Thanks to better soundproofing, driving on the highway is also more pleasant, although the engine spins up at fairly high speeds due to the gearbox in just five gears. The longer wheelbase reduces vibration on short bumps and provides a more balanced position between corners. Less experienced drivers will appreciate the good visibility thanks to the large glass surfaces, while the near-vertical rear window, which provides a good view and a sense of the car's size, will help you when reversing and parking.
Modern assistance systems in this segment are not yet very common, but the offer is definitely improving. Thus, the Picant has a system that warns the driver of the danger of a frontal collision, and also triggers emergency braking if necessary. Among the rest of the equipment, it is worth highlighting a rear-view camera, parking sensors and automatic opening and closing of windows at the touch of a button. All this equipment is available in the most equipped version of the Luxury, which, in combination with a three-cylinder gasoline engine, costs a good 14 thousand rubles. Given the fact that Kia still offers a seven-year warranty, this is definitely a hot deal for a car that already stands out from the smallest segment with its usability.
text: Sasa Kapetanovic · photo: Uros Modlic
Kia Kia Picanto 1.0 кс
Basic data
| Sales: | KMAG dd |
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| Base model price: | 11.990 € |
| Test model cost: | 12.490 € |
| Power: | 49,3kW (67 KM) |
| Acceleration (0-100 km / h): | 15,0 with |
| Maximum speed: | 161 km / h |
| Mixed flow ECE: | 4,3l / 100km |
| Guarantee: | Seven years or 150.000 kilometers total warranty, first three years unlimited mileage. |
| Systematic review | 15.000 km |
Cost (up to 100.000 km or five years)
| Regular services, works, materials: | 690 € |
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| Fuel: | 5.418 € |
| Tires (1) | 678 € |
| Loss of value (within 5 years): | 4.549 € |
| Compulsory insurance: | 1.725 € |
| Buy up | € 16.815 0,17 (km cost: XNUMX €) |
Technical information
| engine: | 3-cylinder - 4-stroke - in-line - petrol - front mounted transversely - bore and stroke 71×84 mm - displacement 998 cm3 - compression 10,5:1 - maximum power 49,3 kW (67 hp) at 5.500 rpm – average piston speed at maximum power 15,4 m/s – specific power 49,1 kW/l (66,8 hp/l) – maximum torque 96 Nm at 3.500 rpm – 2 overhead camshafts (V-belt) - 4 valves per cylinder - intake manifold fuel injection |
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| Energy transfer: | engine-driven front wheels - 5-speed manual transmission - gear ratio I. 3,909 2,056; II. 1,269 hours; III. 0,964 hours; IV. 0,774; H. 4,235 – differential 6,0 – rims 14 J × 175 – tires 65/14 R 1,76 T, rolling circumference XNUMX m. |
| Capacity: | top speed 161 km/h – 0-100 km/h acceleration 14,3 s – average fuel consumption (ECE) 4,4 l/100 km, CO2 emissions 101 g/km. |
| Transportation and suspension: | limousine - 5 doors, 4 seats - self-supporting body - front single suspension, coil springs, three-spoke wishbones, stabilizer - rear axle shaft, coil springs, stabilizer - front disc brakes (forced cooling), rear drum, ABS, mechanical rear wheel parking brake (lever between seats) - rack and pinion steering wheel, electric power steering, 2,6 turns between extreme points. |
| Mass: | empty vehicle 935 kg - permissible total weight 1.400 kg - permissible trailer weight with brake: np, without brake: np - permissible roof load: np |
| External dimensions: | length 3.595 mm – width 1.595 mm, with mirrors 2.100 1.485 mm – height 2.400 mm – wheelbase 1.406 mm – track front 1.415 mm – rear 9,6 mm – ground clearance XNUMX m. |
| Inner dimensions: | longitudinal front 830-1.050 mm, rear 570-780 mm - front width 1.340 mm, rear 1.340 mm - head height front 970-1.010 mm, rear 930 mm - front seat length 500 mm, rear seat 450 mm - luggage compartment 255 - 1.010 370 l – handlebar diameter 35 mm – fuel tank XNUMX l. |
Overall rating (306/420)
Mainly due to the spaciousness and ease of use, the Picanto caught up with the four for mouse hair. There are still many trade-offs in using such a vehicle, but we believe that this is the maximum efficiency for this car segment.
Exterior (12/15)
It doesn't play much into the card of empathy and playfulness, but it remains interesting.
Interior (89/140)
The interior is not at all modest for this class of cars. Materials (edit)
worse quality, needs, workmanship and good. The trunk is also above the standard.Engine, transmission (51
/ 40)The engine meets the needs and the chassis and transmission are suitable for use.
a car.Driving performance (56
/ 95)The slightly longer wheelbase provides more comfort and a neutral position.
Performance (23/35)
Capacities will not be the subject of discussion in taverns, but they are certainly not bad.
Security (27/45)
In the EuroNCAP test, the Picanto received only three stars, albeit quite a lot.
well stocked with security equipment.Economy (48/50)
Competitive price and good guarantee will return Picantu points for big loss
the values are quite tangible.
We praise and reproach
Roominess
utility
transparency
sound tightness
trunk
plastic inside
isofix mounts availability
