2017 Kia Picanto (3rd Gen)

2017 Kia Picanto she says, he says video review - Drive.com.au

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South Africa’s 10 best-selling passengers cars of August 2017:

1. Volkswagen Polo Vivo – 2 340
2. Volkswagen Polo – 2 096
3. Toyota Corolla/Auris/Quest – 1 343
4. Toyota Etios – 1 161
5=. Ford EcoSport – 1071
5=. Ford Fiesta – 1 071
7. Toyota Fortuner – 1 070
8. Kia Picanto – 846
9. Renault Kwid – 784
10. Toyota RAV4 – 651

http://www.carmag.co.za/news_post/sas-10-best-selling-passenger-cars-of-august-2017/
 
Kia Picanto X-Line

Kia has announced details of the all-new crossover-inspired Kia Picanto X-Line ahead of its public debut at the 2017 Frankfurt Motor Show (IAA). Following its premiere, the new addition to the Picanto range goes on sale across Europe from the start of Q4 2017.

The all-new X-Line variant further broadens the appeal of the Picanto, Kia's smallest car, combining all of its best qualities with a new look which draws inspiration from Kia's popular crossover and SUV model lines, including the Sportage and Sorento. The rugged design is highlighted by contrast colour packs and raised ground clearance (to 156mm, 15mm higher than the standard Picanto), which also gives the driver a clearer view of the road ahead. The new derivative benefits from Kia's 1.0-litre T-GDI (turbocharged gasoline direct injection) engine, making it the most powerful Picanto ever.

Michael Cole, Chief Operating Officer for Kia Motors Europe, commented: "We launched the new Picanto in Europe earlier this year and it is already outselling its predecessor. Year-on-year, Picanto sales in the first half of 2017 grew 23% to 31,827 units, and globally it is one of our best-selling vehicles. The all-new X-Line will add to that momentum."

Design gives the Picanto SUV attitude

While the new Picanto featured a bold and energetic design when it was launched earlier this year, the all-new X-Line variant introduces a series of rugged new design cues. Incorporating Kia's signature 'tiger-nose' grille, the X-Line boasts more imposing, SUV-style bumpers with metal-look skidplates at the front and rear, for a more confident and go-anywhere appearance. Unique to the X-Line model, the grille and fog lamp surrounds are finished with lime green highlights (silver highlights are also available), while black cladding around the wheel arches enhances the visual effect of the raised ground clearance.

100 ps 1.0-litre T-GDI engine - the most powerful Picanto ever

The all-new Picanto X-Line is powered by Kia's three-cylinder 1.0-litre T-GDI engine. Previously only available in the cee'd model family and new Rio, the lightweight, compact new engine is available with a Picanto variant for the first time.

As well as offering high efficiency and low emissions, the lightweight nature of the new T-GDI engine perfectly suits the Picanto's direct handling character. With minimal mass over the front axle, the more powerful engine ensures the Picanto remains fun to drive. The 1.0-litre T-GDI engine produces 100 ps at 4,500 rpm, and 172 Nm torque from 1,500 to 4,000 rpm. The most powerful engine yet to be offered on the Picanto, it allows the X-Line model to accelerate from 0-to-100 kph in 10.1 seconds. The new engine is capable of 4.5 L/100 km, with CO2 emissions from 104 g/km (combined, New European Driving Cycle).

The new 1.0-litre T-GDI engine is also being introduced to the sports-inspired Picanto GT-Line, with identical performance and power and torque outputs.

Third-generation Picanto: Quality, technology and versatility

The Kia Picanto X-Line is fitted with many of the features available across the rest of the Picanto range, including 16-inch aluminium alloy wheels, aluminium pedals, LED daytime running lights and fog lamps, shark-fin antenna, and keyless entry. The large 7.0-inch 'floating' touchscreen HMI (human-machine interface) houses navigation with 3D maps, and Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™ for full smartphone integration. A rear-view parking camera and wireless smartphone charger and USB port are also available on X-Line models. Like the Picanto GT Line, the Picanto X-Line is fitted as standard with a sporty D-cut steering wheel.

The new Picanto is the safest A-segment car Kia has ever made, featuring an Advanced High Strength Steel (AHSS) body construction and six standard airbags (front, front side and curtain airbags), and an optional knee airbag. Active safety features are also included, such as standard-fit Vehicle Stability Management (VSM) with Electronic Stability Control (ESC), to ensure stability under braking and cornering. In addition, the new Picanto is available with Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB) - a key technology adopted to enhance safety in urban environments.

The Picanto boasts class-leading cabin space, with more leg- and head-room than all other rivals in the A-segment. Boot capacity is 255 litres (VDA) - the most of any car in its class - with 60:40 split-folding rear seats, which can fold flat to increase capacity to 1,010 litres.

https://www.netcarshow.com/kia/2018-picanto_x-line/

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Roughed-up Kia Picanto X-Line breaks cover

Kia’s smallest hatchback, the Picanto, has been given the crossover treatment resulting in a dramatic restyle, increase in overall ride height and a punchy new turbocharged engine.

In X-Line trim the Picanto gains a more robust stance including new bumpers, metal-look skidplates and plastic cladding on the wheelarches. The grille and foglamps also adopt lime green accenting. The Picanto X-Line has also been raised by 5 mm giving it an overall ground clearance of 156 mm.

Much like the GT-Line, the Picanto X-Line is fitted with a turbocharged 1,0-litre engine offering 74 kW and 172 N.m of torque. Kia claims a 0-100 km/h time of 10,1 seconds with a combined fuel consumption of just 4,5 L/100 km.

The Kia Picanto X-Line is expected to go on sale in Europe in the fourth quarter of this year. Local availability is not yet confirmed.

http://www.carmag.co.za/news_post/roughed-up-kia-picanto-x-line-breaks-cover/
 
Kia gives Picanto X-Line tough-guy looks, turbo power

Kia has given its A-segment Picanto an attitude adjustment (as in more of it, dude!) in the shape of the Picanto X-Line, due to debut at the Frankfurt motor show, just nine days away.

The fashionable ‘high rider’ looks come courtesy of 15mm extra ground clearanc e (up to 156mm), black cladding around the wheel arches to ward off the attention of marauding shopping trolleys, and deeper, SUV-style bumpers with metal-look skid-plates at both ends, while the grille and fog-light surrounds are finished with lime green highlights (relax, you can ask for plain silver if that’s a bit too much for you).

The X-Line comes with a sporty flat-bottom steering wheel, as well as all the best bits of the new Picanto, recently released in South Africa, including 16 inch alloy wheels, aluminium pedals, LED daytime running lights and fog-lights, an 18cm touchscreen for navigation with 3D maps, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and keyless entry.

More importantly, the X-Line is the first Picanto to get Kia’s new lightweight, direct-injection, one-litre turbopetrol three, rated for 74kW at 4500 revs and 172Nm from 1500-4000rpm. That makes it the most powerful Picanto yet, capable of hitting 100km/h off a standing start in a fraction more than 10 seconds.

The same engine will also be offered in the upcoming sports-inspired Picanto GT-Line, with the same outputs and performance - we’ll bring you more details about that variant when we get them.

The Picanto X-Line is slated for release in Europe during the fourth quarter of 2017; there’s no news yet as to whether or when it will come to South Africa.

https://www.iol.co.za/motoring/late...o-x-line-tough-guy-looks-turbo-power-11085600
 
Tested: Kia's 'grown up' Picanto 1.2 Smart

Things move swiftly in the motoring world. It seems just the other day that touchscreen infotainment systems first began appearing in luxury cars, but in a short space of time they’ve filtered down into the budget segment.
Now, just like in a grand Mercedes S-Class, in the new flagship Smart version of the Kia Picanto you can touch-operate your audio system on a large TFT screen which also comes with a reversing camera.

The Bluetooth-equipped system has auxiliary and USB ports, voice recognition, and supports Android Auto (not yet available in SA) and Apple CarPlay for full smartphone integration.

It’s a terrific toy to have in a market segment that was until recently about basic motoring, although this fully-loaded infotainment system is for now available only in the top-of-the-range Picanto Smart models; in the other more humble versions you get a humbler 10cm monochrome touchscreen audio system.

Perhaps a more controversial omission in the lesser-priced Picantos is ABS brakes, a safety feature that should really be a basic prerequisite in every car.

The entry-level Picanto Start models are also equipped with just a driver’s airbag while the rest of the range gets inflatable safety for both front seats. Some essential safety features, it seems, are taking a lot longer to filter down to mass-market cars than fancy audio systems.

This aside, the third-generation Kia Picanto has grown into a generally fine example of mini motoring with improvements to its refinement, handling and space utilisation.

At 3 595 mm the new Picanto’s the same length as before but a slightly stretched wheelbase and a longer rear overhang have freed up a little more cabin and boot space.

At 6ft tall I fitted in the rear seat with my knees pressed not-too-tightly against the front seat, and headroom was fine too, while the angle of the rear backrest is slightly more reclined for a more relaxed posture.

The boot’s also grown from 200 to 255 litres and incorporates a two-step floor that allows some items to be hidden under the floor from prying eyes, although it still gets a biscuit-sized spare wheel.

Folding down the rear eats expands the cargo bay to a surprisingly roomy 1 010 litres.

Additional space-optimising craftiness sees the base of the dashboard moved upwards for increased knee and leg room in the front seats, though the steering column’s still adjustable only for height, not reach.

There’s added oddments space too including a new central armrest/storage compartment between the front seats.

The new Picanto’s cabin adopts a richer-feeling vibe with new materials and layout, which raises the sense of perceived quality. Cloth-upholstered seats are available as standard, while high-spec models are fitted with two-tone black and grey leather seats.

With prices ranging from R134995, the new 11-model Picanto range is available as before with a 1-litre petrol engine (49kW/95Nm) or a 1.2-litre (61kW/122Nm) and four different spec levels: Start, Street, Style and Smart.

Both engines are paired with a five-speed manual transmission feeding the front wheels, with some versions also available with an optional four-speed automatic.

On test here is the range- topping Kia Picanto 1.2 Smart manual selling for R195 995.

If the pricetag doesn’t scare you off the car comes with every luxury you’d expect in a modern mini and then some.

These include automatically-activating headlamps, LED daytime running lights, LED tail lights, trip computer, electrically-folding and heated side mirrors, aluminium pedals, two-tone cloth and leather upholstery, a leather-upholstered steering wheel and gear knob, and the abovementioned full colour infotainment system.

It all gets moved along by a 1.2 engine that’s 4kW down on power on the old unit but gets 2Nm of extra torque.

Together with an unthirsty 5.8 litres per 100km consumption our test car tootled about town with decent pace and wasn’t out of its depth on the open road.

It holds the freeway speed limit comfortably but doesn’t have much quick-overtaking prowess.

I’d be keen to see Kia’s new 74kW/127Nm 1-litre three-cylinder turbo under that bonnet, but for now that engine’s not destined for our market.

Kia has used more sound deadening to reduce noise and vibration on the third-generation Picanto, and it’s all quite refined for a small car.

The engine becomes more vocal when it’s worked harder but not irritatingly buzzy.

Stiffer anti-roll bars tweak the handling and reduce body roll, and in conjunction with sharpened-up electric power steering the Picanto’s a nimble little thing that scoots about like an excited rodent.

The ride quality is reasonably choppy however, despite the lengthened wheelbase, and I’ve driven some small cars that felt cushier.

The clutch is also an odd-feeling thing with no gradual play; it’s like an on-off switch. However you get used to this pretty quickly.

The price includes Kia’s 5-year/unlimited distance warranty and roadside assistance, and a service plan is optional.

VERDICT

Kia’s likeable baby hatch has grown up into a more refined and feature-rich car, and the Picanto range has deservingly been chosen as one of the ten finalists in the 2018 WesBank South African Car of the Year competition.

The fully-loaded Smart version’s R195 995 pricetag isn’t exactly in the budget league, but if you don’t need all the toys the 1.2 is also available in lesser-specced derivatives starting at a more wallet-friendly R150 995.

FACTS

Kia Picanto 1.2 Smart

Engine: 1.2-litre, 4-cyl, petrol
Gearbox: 5-speed manual
Power: 61kW @ 6000rpm
Torque: 122Nm @ 4000rpm
Top speed (claimed): 170km/h
Boot volume: 255 litres
Price: R195 995
Warranty: 5-year/unlimited km
Service plan: Optional

PICANTO VS RIVALS

Kia Picanto 1.2 Smart 61kW/122Nm R195 995
Chevrolet Spark 1.2 LT 60kW/108Nm R173 500
Fiat Panda 0.9 TwinAir Lounge 63kW/145Nm R199 900
Ford Figo 1.5 Titanium 82kW/136Nm R203 900
Hyundai Grand i10 1.25 Motion 64kW/120Nm R186 900
Suzuki Swift hatch 1.2 GL 63kW/113Nm R169 900
VW Polo Vivo hatch 1.4 Trendline 63kW/132Nm R183 500

https://www.iol.co.za/motoring/road-tests/tested-kias-grown-up-picanto-12-smart-11387669

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3 Reasons Why Kia Picanto 1.0 Style is #CarsAwards Finalist

What makes the Kia Picanto 1.0 Style a strong contender in the Budget Car category of the 2017/18 Cars.co.za Consumer Awards programme – powered by WesBank? Read on...

Kia introduced the 3rd-generation Picanto earlier this year with a fresh, modern look and a newly designed interior. Not only is the new Picanto more refined than the model it replaces but its ride quality, interior material quality and practicality has improved too.

3 reasons why the Picanto 1.0 Style is a #CarsAwards finalist…

1. Attractive pricing and warranty

The new Kia Picanto 1.0 Style is attractively priced at R159 995 while offering a comprehensive 5-year/unlimited km warranty. Service plans are, however, optional. Furthermore, Kia is well-established in South Africa with strong dealership support across the country and its latest products, including the Picanto, show the brand’s intentions to move upmarket and produce stylish vehicles, which means you get good value at this price point.

2. Modern interior and fair specification

The Picanto 1.0 Style offers nice-to-have features such as 14-inch alloy wheels, front electric windows, air conditioning, Bluetooth functionality, USB/Aux connectivity and a multifunction steering wheel that’s adjustable for rake and reach. The driver's seat is also adjustable for height. In terms of safety, a total of 2 airbags are fitted as well as featuring ABS with EBD. ISOfix child seat mounts are also fitted.

3. Practical urban runabout

With its improved practicality, the Picanto’s luggage bay is larger at 255 litres and includes a 2-step boot floor that can be lowered by 145 mm to access more space or to keep valuable items hidden out of sight. The rear seats are split in a 60:40 configuration and with the seats folded down, space increases to a useful 1 010 litres. Clever retractable cup holders and a movable armrest are also fitted.

With its naturally-aspirated 1.0-litre engine offering 49 kW and 95 Nm of torque, fuel consumption is good with a claimed figure of 5.0 L/100km, making the Picanto a practical daily runner.

https://www.cars.co.za/motoring_new...icanto-10-style-is-carsawards-finalist/44102/
 
SA’s 10 Best-Selling Passenger Cars Of October 2017

October 2017’s aggregate new vehicle sales in South Africa came in at 51 037 units, an increase of 4,6% year-on-year, according to Naamsa.

As always, it’s also interesting to take a look at what’s happening in terms of individual model sales. We’ve already examined the figures and picked out the 10 best-selling bakkies for the month, and now it’s time to do the same with the passenger vehicle market (check out our list of worst-selling cars, too).

Of course, one must bear in mind that certain automakers – such as Mercedes-Benz and BMW – disclose only aggregate sales statistics. Kia and Hyundai, however, thankfully started releasing their individual model sales figures a few months ago, which makes the picture a little clearer.

So, what happened in the tenth month of 2017? Well, rather predictably, the Volkswagen Polo Vivo kept first place, although Toyota’s combination of the Corolla, Auris and Corolla Quest (the brand reports an overall figure rather than individual model sales) managed to move up on to second.

The Toyota Etios, meanwhile, rocketed up three spots to third (more than doubling its sales total month-on-month), which saw the regular Volkswagen Polo relegated two places to the unfamiliar position of fourth. The Toyota Fortuner held steady in fifth, while the Ford EcoSport climbed two to sixth.

The Kia Picanto did enough to retain seventh, while the Toyota RAV4 returned to the table to snaffle eighth. The Ford Fiesta plummeted from fourth to ninth, while the Kia Rio fell one place to take the final spot on the table.

Other interesting figures

So, what else happened in October 2017? Well, Fiat sold 24 units of its revived Panda, making it the brand’s second most popular offering behind the Fiat 500 (32). Ford registered 594 units of the Everest, while the Figo (473) and Focus (298) also contributed to the Blue Oval’s cause. The refreshed Kuga, meanwhile, managed 62 units.

Opel’s top-seller was again the Mokka X (83), while the new Honda CR-V came in with 93 units. Hyundai again enjoyed meaningful contributions from all of its passenger vehicles, with the i20 (640), Tucson (522), Creta (395) and i10 (376) leading the way.

Jaguar Land Rover’s best-performer – by quite some margin – was the new Range Rover Velar (165), with the Discovery (86) next in line for the British brand. Kia managed to sell 161 units of its Sportage, while Mazda counted on its CX-3 (294) and CX-5 (283) for the bulk of its sales.

The new Pajero Sport (27) was Mitsubishi’s second most-popular product for the month, behind the ASX (53). Nissan’s key vehicles all sold well, with the Datsun GO (528), Almera (431), updated X-Trail (396) and repositioned Micra Active (324) doing the heavy lifting for the Japanese brand.

Peugeot totalled 69 units for the month, with the 2008 (26) edging out the 3008 (22) and 208 (21). The Renault Clio (696) came close to grabbing a spot in the top ten, while the Kwid added a further 511 units. Interestingly, two examples of the Koleos were registered in SA in October, suggesting a launch of this SUV may be imminent.

The outgoing Swift (314) showed no signs of letting up, while the new Ignis added a useful 129 units for Suzuki. The Avanza (659) performed well for Toyota, while the C-HR came in with a handy 170 units. The A3 (265) was Audi’s top seller, although the new Q5 also impressed with 134 units. The Golf (676) and Tiguan (336) fared well for Volkswagen in October, while Volvo’s biggest haul came courtesy (as usual) of the XC60, with 40 units.

See the top ten table below (and have a look back at September’s figures here):

South Africa’s 10 best-selling passengers cars of October 2017:

1. Volkswagen Polo Vivo – 2 851
2. Toyota Corolla/Auris/Quest – 2 135
3. Toyota Etios – 2 059
4. Volkswagen Polo – 1 950
5. Toyota Fortuner – 1 337
6. Ford EcoSport – 1 047
7. Kia Picanto – 1 020
8. Toyota RAV4 – 916
9. Ford Fiesta – 855
10. Kia Rio – 843

http://www.carmag.co.za/news_post/sas-10-best-selling-passenger-cars-of-october-2017/
 
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