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2017 Kia Picanto (3rd Gen)
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The numbers
Price: R195 995
Engine: 1248 cc DOHC 16-valve inline four-cylinder
Power: 61 kW at 6000 rpm
Torque: 122 Nm at 4000 rpm
Zero to 100 km/h: 10.7 seconds
Maximum speed: 173 km/h
Real life fuel consumption: About 5.8 l/100 km
Tank: 35 litres
Luggage: 255 – 1010 litres
Warranty: 5 years, unlimited km
Roadside assistance: 3 years unlimited km
Service plans: 2 years/30 000 km at about R4000 to 5 years/90 000 km at about R16 800
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* Looks like real life fuel consumption to me that.
* Read the " What we do " part at the end of the article .
* I read somewhere on the site he uses press release photos as it is more convenient or something like that or whatever , can't remember.
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GF got the 1.0 street a few weeks go. She got a sweet deal and got about R16k off the new price.
I'm not really a fan of these tiny cars (Aygo, i10, Kwid, Ignis, etc) but this Picanto is a decent little car, looks good inside and out and more roomy inside than I was expecting. Boot is just about good enough for grocery shopping and thats it.
I'm not really a fan of these tiny cars (Aygo, i10, Kwid, Ignis, etc) but this Picanto is a decent little car, looks good inside and out and more roomy inside than I was expecting. Boot is just about good enough for grocery shopping and thats it.
SauRoNZA
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Yes the what we do part is contradictory for that car.
The stats he is quoting is directly from the press release like everyone else and not true to real world.
How do I know? I own one.
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Yes the boot is about the only thing that I would have liked to be bigger but actually sitting in the car it’s more than big enough.
Also would have liked a bigger tank to get more range out of it, but then that might have been counter productive and increased fuel economy.
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Cars.co.za as well as Autotrader.co.za list that specific model's fuel consumption average as 5 l / 100km.
The review says the real life fuel consumption that was experienced is about 5.8 l / 100km.
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SauRoNZA
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Then they are both confused.
5.8 is literally the manufacturer’s claim for the combined cycle.
Real world average is more like 6.2-6.4.
5 you’ll only see momentarily while on a long open road at the speed limit but never over a whole tank.
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Kia SA adds cheaper automatic derivative to Picanto line-up
Kia Motors South Africa has expanded its Picanto range with the addition of a new automatic version of the base derivative.
The arrival of the Picanto 1,0 Start Auto sees the line-up grow to 13 derivatives, five of which now feature self-shifting transmissions.
The Kia Picanto 1,0 Start Auto is priced at R158 495, undercutting the 1,2 Style Auto by some R15 000 to become the second-cheapest automatic passenger vehicle in the country (after the Renault Kwid 1,0 Dynamique AMT, which comes in at R149 900).
The new derivative is powered by the South Korean automaker’s familiar naturally aspirated 1,0-litre three-cylinder petrol engine, which sends its 49 kW and 95 N.m to the front axle via a four-speed automatic gearbox.
The Start trim level on this model includes 13-inch steel wheels (wrapped in 155/80 R13 rubber), manual air-conditioning, a single (driver’s) airbag, a radio (with USB and Bluetooth functionality) and tilt adjustment for the steering column.
Note, however, that this model does without ABS and that while a five-year/unlimited kilometre warranty comes standard, the two-year/45 000 km service plan is optional.
At the start of 2018, Kia Motors SA added a new range-topping 1,2 Smart Auto variant to its line-up.
http://www.carmag.co.za/news/kia-sa-adds-cheaper-automatic-derivative-to-picanto-line-up/
Kia Motors South Africa has expanded its Picanto range with the addition of a new automatic version of the base derivative.
The arrival of the Picanto 1,0 Start Auto sees the line-up grow to 13 derivatives, five of which now feature self-shifting transmissions.
The Kia Picanto 1,0 Start Auto is priced at R158 495, undercutting the 1,2 Style Auto by some R15 000 to become the second-cheapest automatic passenger vehicle in the country (after the Renault Kwid 1,0 Dynamique AMT, which comes in at R149 900).
The new derivative is powered by the South Korean automaker’s familiar naturally aspirated 1,0-litre three-cylinder petrol engine, which sends its 49 kW and 95 N.m to the front axle via a four-speed automatic gearbox.
The Start trim level on this model includes 13-inch steel wheels (wrapped in 155/80 R13 rubber), manual air-conditioning, a single (driver’s) airbag, a radio (with USB and Bluetooth functionality) and tilt adjustment for the steering column.
Note, however, that this model does without ABS and that while a five-year/unlimited kilometre warranty comes standard, the two-year/45 000 km service plan is optional.
At the start of 2018, Kia Motors SA added a new range-topping 1,2 Smart Auto variant to its line-up.
http://www.carmag.co.za/news/kia-sa-adds-cheaper-automatic-derivative-to-picanto-line-up/
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Kia Picanto GT-Line S 1.0 T-GDi 2018 review
Should I buy one?
We’d understand if you took one look at the Picanto’s sticker price and let out a snort of derision. After all, it’s a full £1600 more than the similarly powerful and good to drive Up and even pricier than the five-door Up GTI.
The seriously impressive kit tally almost makes up for that (you couldn’t spec the Up to the same level even if you wanted to), although even the more reasonably priced GT Line version of the Picanto is hardly sparse. That would be the pick of the bunch for us unless a tempting monthly finance deal made upgrading to the S a no-brainer.
Whether or not the racy aesthetics and punchy engine of this flagship model are enough for the Picanto to shake off its rather anodyne image remains to be seen. But its spacious and well-made interior, punchy engine and sorted driving dynamics mean that, cost aside, this is a very capable city car.
Kia Picanto 1.0 T-GDi GT-Line S
Where Berkshire Price £14,720 On sale Now Engine 3cyls, 998cc, turbo, petrol Power 99bhp at 4500rpm Torque 126lb ft Gearbox 5-spd manual Kerb weight 1020kg Top speed112mph 0-62mph 9.8sec Fuel economy 55.4mpg CO2 117g/km Rivals Volkswagen Up, Renault Twingo GT
https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-review/first-drives/kia-picanto-gt-line-s-10-t-gdi-2018-review
Should I buy one?
We’d understand if you took one look at the Picanto’s sticker price and let out a snort of derision. After all, it’s a full £1600 more than the similarly powerful and good to drive Up and even pricier than the five-door Up GTI.
The seriously impressive kit tally almost makes up for that (you couldn’t spec the Up to the same level even if you wanted to), although even the more reasonably priced GT Line version of the Picanto is hardly sparse. That would be the pick of the bunch for us unless a tempting monthly finance deal made upgrading to the S a no-brainer.
Whether or not the racy aesthetics and punchy engine of this flagship model are enough for the Picanto to shake off its rather anodyne image remains to be seen. But its spacious and well-made interior, punchy engine and sorted driving dynamics mean that, cost aside, this is a very capable city car.
Kia Picanto 1.0 T-GDi GT-Line S
Where Berkshire Price £14,720 On sale Now Engine 3cyls, 998cc, turbo, petrol Power 99bhp at 4500rpm Torque 126lb ft Gearbox 5-spd manual Kerb weight 1020kg Top speed112mph 0-62mph 9.8sec Fuel economy 55.4mpg CO2 117g/km Rivals Volkswagen Up, Renault Twingo GT
https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-review/first-drives/kia-picanto-gt-line-s-10-t-gdi-2018-review
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2019 Kia Picanto GT review: First Australian drive - CarAdvice
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CarsGuide review of the 2019 Picanto X-Line
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FIRST DRIVE: 2019 Kia Picanto GT Line in Malaysia - Paul Tan's Automotive News
As far as compact cars go, the Kia Picanto has always stood out for the right reasons. Now with this GT Line, things get turned up a few notches.
Is it worth getting over the Proton Iriz or Perodua Myvi? Find out in this video review
As far as compact cars go, the Kia Picanto has always stood out for the right reasons. Now with this GT Line, things get turned up a few notches.
Is it worth getting over the Proton Iriz or Perodua Myvi? Find out in this video review
FiestaST
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Kia South Africa upgrades Picanto range to standard service plan
Kia Motors South Africa has upgraded its Picanto range to a standard two-year/30 000 km service plan.
Previously, the city car was offered with an optional service plan of the same length. The five-year/unlimited kilometre warranty remains in place.
For the record, the Picanto’s standard service plan includes filters (oil, fuel and air), lubricants, engine oil, spark plugs, coolant, the sump plug gasket, brake and clutch fluid, transmission fluid, differential fluid and standard workshop consumables.
Pricing:
Kia Picanto 1,0 Start: R158 995
Kia Picanto 1,0 Street: R165 995
Kia Picanto 1,2 Start: R168 995
Kia Picanto 1,0 Start auto: R172 995
Kia Picanto 1,0 Style: R175 995
Kia Picanto 1,2 Street: R180 995
Kia Picanto 1,2 Start auto: R182 995
Kia Picanto 1,0 Style auto: R189 995
Kia Picanto 1,2 Style: R190 995
Kia Picanto 1,0 Smart: R198 995
Kia Picanto 1,2 Style auto: R204 995
Kia Picanto 1,0 Smart (with sunroof): R206 995
Kia Picanto 1,2 Smart: R214 995
Kia Picanto 1,2 Smart (with sunroof): R222 995
Kia Picanto 1,2 Smart auto: R228 995
https://www.carmag.co.za/news/indus...des-picanto-range-to-a-standard-service-plan/
Kia Motors South Africa has upgraded its Picanto range to a standard two-year/30 000 km service plan.
Previously, the city car was offered with an optional service plan of the same length. The five-year/unlimited kilometre warranty remains in place.
For the record, the Picanto’s standard service plan includes filters (oil, fuel and air), lubricants, engine oil, spark plugs, coolant, the sump plug gasket, brake and clutch fluid, transmission fluid, differential fluid and standard workshop consumables.
Pricing:
Kia Picanto 1,0 Start: R158 995
Kia Picanto 1,0 Street: R165 995
Kia Picanto 1,2 Start: R168 995
Kia Picanto 1,0 Start auto: R172 995
Kia Picanto 1,0 Style: R175 995
Kia Picanto 1,2 Street: R180 995
Kia Picanto 1,2 Start auto: R182 995
Kia Picanto 1,0 Style auto: R189 995
Kia Picanto 1,2 Style: R190 995
Kia Picanto 1,0 Smart: R198 995
Kia Picanto 1,2 Style auto: R204 995
Kia Picanto 1,0 Smart (with sunroof): R206 995
Kia Picanto 1,2 Smart: R214 995
Kia Picanto 1,2 Smart (with sunroof): R222 995
Kia Picanto 1,2 Smart auto: R228 995
https://www.carmag.co.za/news/indus...des-picanto-range-to-a-standard-service-plan/
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Kia Picanto: Now with Standard Service Plan
Kia South Africa has announced that it'll be offering the compact Picanto with a service plan as standard.
We at Cars.co.za are quite fond of the Kia Picanto, but if there was one issue we had, it would be the service plan or lack thereof. Now Kia is offering a 2-year / 30 000 km service plan for its Picanto range as standard.
“With the new 2-year/30,000km service plan on all KIA Picanto models, customers not only know when to have their cars serviced but also benefits from the predictability of pricing over the plan’s duration,” says David Sieff, Marketing Director, KIA Motors South Africa. “Servicing costs are set for the duration of the plan, meaning customers won’t have to pay anything extra for parts or labour should there be a price increase while the service plan is active, which is a notable value add.”
https://www.cars.co.za/motoring_news/kia-picanto-now-with-standard-service-plan/47036/
Kia South Africa has announced that it'll be offering the compact Picanto with a service plan as standard.
We at Cars.co.za are quite fond of the Kia Picanto, but if there was one issue we had, it would be the service plan or lack thereof. Now Kia is offering a 2-year / 30 000 km service plan for its Picanto range as standard.
“With the new 2-year/30,000km service plan on all KIA Picanto models, customers not only know when to have their cars serviced but also benefits from the predictability of pricing over the plan’s duration,” says David Sieff, Marketing Director, KIA Motors South Africa. “Servicing costs are set for the duration of the plan, meaning customers won’t have to pay anything extra for parts or labour should there be a price increase while the service plan is active, which is a notable value add.”
https://www.cars.co.za/motoring_news/kia-picanto-now-with-standard-service-plan/47036/
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Quick Review: 2019 Kia Picanto 1.0 Start - Cars.co.za
Just watched Ciro's review and he covered all the basis on the review, its very usable.
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Inexcusable from Kia, especially since even the revised & face-lifted versions of the Renault Kwid & Datsun Go now have ABS & EBD fitted as standard equipment right across their respective model ranges.