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Kia Picanto insurance group
1–12 of 50
Motoring Today score
How good is the Kia Picanto?
72/100
Overall
Reliability75
Running costs81
Safety44
Family & practicality68
Insurance90
Reliability is from real DVSA MOT pass rates; running costs, insurance, safety and practicality from manufacturer specs (MPG/CO₂, insurance group, Euro NCAP, dimensions). Overall is a fixed weighted blend (family 17% · safety 18% · insurance 15% · reliability 25% · running cost 25%), from a sample of 176,811. A guide, not a guarantee.
Specifications & dimensions
Trim-level specifications for the Kia Picanto (Petrol), across 125 recorded variants.
Performance
- 60–99 bhp
- Power
- 9.8s
- 0–60 mph (fastest)
- 112 mph
- Top speed
- 998–1,248 cc
- Engine
Economy & running costs
- 42.2–68 mpg
- Fuel economy
- 95–143 g/km
- CO₂
- £190
- Road tax (VED)
- 1–12 of 50
- Insurance group
Dimensions & practicality
- 3,595 mm
- Length
- 1,595 mm
- Width
- 1,480 mm
- Height
- 2,385 mm
- Wheelbase
- 939 kg
- Weight
- 5
- Seats
- 5
- Doors
Euro NCAP safety
- 3★
- Adult
- 4★
- Child
- 1★
- Pedestrian
The Kia Picanto (04-11) was tested by Euro NCAP in and received the following safety ratings:
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| Trim | Fuel | Power | MPG | CO₂ | Ins. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.2 Shadow 5drManual | Petrol | 77 bhp | 51.4 mpg | 124 | 7 |
| 1.0 2 5drManual | Petrol | 62 bhp | 54.3 mpg | 116 | 3 |
| 1.0 2 5dr AutoAutomatic | Petrol | 62 bhp | 54.3 mpg | 119 | 3 |
| 1.0T GDi GT-line 5dr [4 seats]Manual | Petrol | 99 bhp | 51.4 - 53.3 mpg | 119 | 11 |
| 1.0 GT-line 5dr Auto [4 seats]Automatic | Petrol | 66 bhp | 51.4 - 54.3 mpg | 117 | 2 |
| 2 1.0 66bhp (4 seat) 5dManual | Petrol | 66 bhp | 54.3 mpg | 117 | 5 |
| GT-Line S 1.0 T-GDi 99bhp 5dManual | Petrol | 99 bhp | 49.6 mpg | 129 | 10 |
| GT-Line S 1.25 83bhp 5dManual | Petrol | 83 bhp | 48.7 mpg | 131 | 7 |
| 2 1.25 83bhp auto 5dAutomatic | Petrol | 83 bhp | 43.5 mpg | 136 | 8 |
| 1.25 3 EcoDynamics 5dManual | Petrol | 84 bhp | 61 mpg | 106 | 6 |
| 1.0 1 (04/15-) 5dManual | Petrol | 68 bhp | 67 mpg | 99 | 2 |
| 1.0 (65bhp) 1 Air 5dManual | Petrol | 65 bhp | 62 mpg | 105 | 2 |
Manufacturer specifications aggregated across recorded trims; individual cars vary by options and age. Figures are a guide — confirm exact spec with the seller.
Frequently asked questions
- How many Kia Picantos are currently for sale on Motoring.Today?
- There are 3 Kia Picantos currently for sale on Motoring.Today, updated 15 July 2026.
- What is the cheapest Kia Picanto available?
- The cheapest Kia Picanto is a 2017 model with 97,571 miles for £4,834. This is available at a representative monthly cost of £117.
- What should I check when buying a used Kia Picanto?
- When buying a used Kia Picanto, always check the service history for regular maintenance and review any MOT advisories, which are visible on every listing. These can highlight potential issues.
- Are Kia Picantos ULEZ compliant?
- Eligibility for ULEZ compliance depends on the specific vehicle's Euro emission standard. Typically, petrol cars registered after 2005 onwards meet Euro 4, 5, or 6 standards and are ULEZ compliant.
- What finance options are available for a Kia Picanto?
- Hire Purchase (HP) is a common option, where you pay monthly instalments and own the car at the end of the agreement. A representative HP example shows a 60-month term with a £0 deposit. Finance is subject to status.
- What are the running costs like for a Kia Picanto?
- The Kia Picanto is generally known for its affordable running costs due to its compact size and efficient engines, which typically means lower fuel consumption and insurance.