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Kia Picanto is named Best Value Car by Sunday Motor Awards!

Kia Picanto has been awarded with the Best Value Car at the Sunday Times Motor Awards 2019 event. The vehicle was launched back in 2017 with a wide range of standard features – smartphone incorporation, reversing camera with dynamic guidelines and a larger 7-inch touchscreen satellite navigation.

The editors and writers of the Sunday Times Driving and Driving.co.uk along with the specialists from Times Luxx magazine and Sun Motors have managed to draw up shortlists for each of the categories. However, the winners are those who chose the Picanto as the winner at the event.

As it seems, the agile engine, along with the compact packaging and fun-to-drive character are key features for nominating the vehicle as one of the few finalists and eventually winning the format. Kia Picanto is a representative of the so-called A-segment city vehicle and comes with ample interior space, sexy exterior looks, high specification and competitive pricing.

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Other Kia vehicles that have won or were nominated for Times Motor Awards are the e-Niro, ProCeed and many more. Additionally, Kia has also been named Best Manufacturer of the year!

Source: Kia

October 3, 2019
Kia Picanto Facelift to be Unveiled at Geneva Motor Show

Kia is going to debut a facelifted version of the Picanto model at the Geneva Motor Show in March. The car will feature updated exterior and interior design with new customization options, cruise control and touchscreen infotainment as well as refined 1.0-litre petrol engine. The stylish A-segment city hatchback will be offered in both three- and five-door variant. In terms of exterior design, the upgrades are seen at the front. The new Picanto features redesigned front bumper and ‘tiger-nose’ grille. To match the new front appearance, the rear received new bumper two. The customers will get the chance to choose a new 14-inch alloy wheel design, and the inclusion of an optional sport pack.

The interior updates corise of new chrome accents surrounding the instrument binnacle and dashboard air vents, as well as brand new cloth upholstery pattern. In addition, more modern fascia now surrounds the Picanto’s audio system.

The optional features list includes latest generation of Kia’s audio-video navigation system with a large 7.0-inch display screen, cruise control and speed limiter system. There are also available three interior colour packs. The Red Pack includes black artificial leather and red cloth seats and high-gloss red and black door panel inserts.

The second one, Yellow Pack, features black artificial leather and cloth seat upholstery with yellow stitching, bright yellow dashboard and steering wheel trim. The third one is called premium Brown Pack and it offers classy brown artificial leather seats, brown door trim and high-gloss piano black dashboard trim. Footwell illumination comes as a standard with each of the three colour packs.

The braking performance was also improved, delivering reduced stopping distance. The brakes at the front are now larger – 252 mm, in comparison to the previous 241 mm brakes. They are available as an option and allow the car to stop from 100 km/h in just 37 metres. This is an improvement of 2 metres. The modifications regarding the 1.0-litre Multi-Point Injection engine, ensuring the car meets strict Euro 6 emissions standards.

2015 Kia Picanto Facelift will go on sale in Europe by the end of March, after making an official debut in Geneva.

Source: Kia

February 3, 2015
2014 Kia Picanto Quantum Becomes Part Of “Originals” Range

2014 Kia Picanto Quantum is an addition to brand’s popular city-car range. Ii is also part of Kia’s ‘Originals’ range, which is a line-up of vehicles that delivers unique personalities. The Quantum is available in 3-door guise and is finished in Titanium Silver metallic paintwork. It features premium black cloth interior upholstery. The power of the car comes from the 1.25-litre petrol engine which can be coupled with either a manual or automatic transmission.

Quantum delivers up to 84 hp (62 kW) at 6,000rpm and 120 Nm (89 kW) torque at 4,000rpm. Other standard equipment includes 15-inch five-round-spoke alloy wheels, automatic air conditioning, a smart key entry system with engine start/stop button, electric sliding and tilting sunroof. Further highlights here feature the adjustable and heated door mirrors with LED indicator lights, front foglights, a six-speaker audio system, body-coloured side sill mouldings and automatic headlight control.

Picanto Quantum also adds as a standard the ‘Urban Pack’. The latter comprises of reversing sensors, LED ambient interior lighting, a premium Supervision instrument cluster and an illuminated driver’s side vanity mirror. UV solar windscreen glass minimizes the glare and UV light in the cabin. Privacy glass on the rear side windows and tailgate further add to the coziness of the interior.

The figures in the case of the Quantum model equipped with the manual transmission are estimated at 62.8 mpg fuel consumption, while the CO2 emissions are rated at 106 g/km. The car accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 11 seconds on its way to a top speed of 106 mph.

The four-speed Quantum automatic has fuel consumption and CO2 emissions of 50.4 mpg and 130g/km respectively. The performance figures are 0-100 km/h in 12.9 seconds and a top speed of 101 mph. 2014 Kia Picanto Quantum is currently available in showrooms.

Source: Kia

April 25, 2014
New Kia Models for 2014

Kia has announced four new high-spec models, which will satisfy the demands of customers seeking even greater luxury. The new models will also help Kia to maintain its phenomenal record-breaking sales growth in the UK. The new models include Sorento KX-4, Picanto “4” and Rio “4” as well as the pro Ceed SE Tech.

2014 Kia Sorento KX4 comes with standard 2.2 litre CRDi turbodiesel engine. There is also Parallel Park Assist, memory seat function on the driver’s seat, 19” alloy wheels, rear side door sunshade blinds and a silver front mesh grille and chrome surround add identifiable touches to the Sorento’s road presence. The Sorento KX-4 is priced at £36,495.

2014 Kia pro Ceed SE Tech is available exclusively with a 1.6 litre 126HP CRDi turbodiesel engine and 6-speed manual gearbox. It is able to return 65.7 mpg UK and CO₂ emissions of 112g/km. 0-100 km/h in 10.5 seconds and a top speed of 195 km/h (122 mph). The standard equipment includes black leather seats with contrasting mesh inserts, an electric tilting and sliding sunroof with an automatic electric roller blind, heated front seats and a heated steering wheel, front parking sensors and Kia’s Parallel Park Assist System (PPAS). The pro Ceed SE Tech is priced at £22,795.

2014 Kia Picanto 4 is ered by a 1.25 litre 84HP petrol engine with a 5-speed manual gearbox and ISG engine stop/start system. The standard equipment includes automatic air conditioning, 15” alloy wheels, LED daytime running lights and LED rear combination lights, a premium Supervision instrument cluster and heated front seats. The Picanto 4 is priced at £11,995.

2014 Kia Rio 4 boasts a smart key with engine start button, a power sliding and tilting sunroof, black leather upholstery and a heated steering wheel. It has a 1.4 liter four-cylinder petrol engine with 107HP connected to a 6-speed manual gearbox. There is also a 1.4 liter CRDi diesel with 6-speed manul transmission. The Rio 4 starts at £16,595.

Source: Kia

April 4, 2014
Kia Launches VR7 Line For Picanto, Rio, Cee’d

Kia are planning to introduce a new range for the Picanto, Rio and, cee’d (low-case spelling) models. It’s called the VR7 which sounds sporty but it really isn’t.

All VR7 models should have a high level of standard equipment. That means air conditioning, leathered steering wheel and gear shift knob, Bluetooth connectivity and USB and AUX ports. On the exterior the new trim-line cars will showcase a selection of features usually found on premium models: alloy wheels, reversing seonsrs, electrically adjustable heated door mirrors, and electric windows on all doors.

The Kia Picanto VR7 comes in either a 3- or 5-door version. The latter holds a slightly more powerful 1.0 engine with 84 hp. (the 3-door has 68 hp). Either way, you get an entirely comprehensive automotive package complete with things such as ABS with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (ESB), Brake-Assist System (BAS), Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Vehicle Stability Management (VSM), six airbags and Hill-start Assist control (HAC).

The Kia Rio VR7 models are again in either 3- or 5-door shells. The 3-door Rio VR7 comes only with a 1.25-liter 84 hp engine and a 5-speed manual. All the while, the 5-door can have the same engine or a 1.1 CRDi diesel with 98 hp and a 6-speed manual ISG transmission. All the Rio models boast color-oriented bumpers, exterior door handles and door mirrors. Needless to say, ESC, VSM, HAC and Anti-theft Alarm System are again included.

Finally, the cee’d VR7 family. Weather you’re going to go with a pro_cee’d, a 3-door cee’d, a 5-door cee’d or a cee’d Sport Wagon, you will always end up with a 1.4 engine. All but one have the same power output: 98 hp. The one exception is the cee’d CRDi engine which develops 89 hp. All cee’ds have a 6-speed manual and all have a great bundle of standard extras: a rear spoiler, projection headlights, front fog lights and daytime running lights.

Source: Kia

January 22, 2014
Kia Adds Versatility to the Picanto Line Up

2013 Kia Picanto has been unveiled to the world in October last year, showing new exciting looks and features. Now the Picanto line-up is going to be offered in exclusive new color named “Fuchsia Blush” (to say it more simply – in pink).

The “girly” model will be available on the five-door model on grades “2” and “3” and will keep all of the characteristics of the main Picanto such as 14” alloy wheels, chrome door handles, heated door mirrors and front fog lights.

Additionally, Kia is adding to the range the new Picanto “White”, which will be available on the three-door model. This is a high-tech addition to the range, which is set to replace the top-specification models “Halo” and “Equinox”.

Basically, this means that the “White” Edition is the new top of the range. It is fitted with five-spoke 15” alloy wheels, Engine Start/Stop with Smart Entry System as well as Bluetooth and automatic air conditioning, and reversing sensors.

The exterior of the car is emphasized via black tiger-nose grille with a quirky red surround. Regarding the interior, there are included leather trim steering wheel and steering wheel mounted controls, “Hollywood style” vanity mirror with a three-stage illumination feature sequence and ambient LED lighting.

Picanto “White” is going to be powered by a 84 hp (62 kW) engine mated to a five-speed manual ISG gearbox or to a four-speed automatic one.

Source: Kia

January 28, 2013

2012 Kia Picanto Price – £7 995

2012 Kia Picanto will hit the market on 17 June. This is the second-generation of the model and it is set to prove better quality at decent price. 2012 Picanto offers extremely low fuel consumption and CO₂ emissions as well as good performance. It is slightly larger than it predecessor and has more space and great comfort.

The engine range includes 1.0 and 1.25-litre petrol power units. The 1.25 litre is also available with an Intelligent Stop & Go (ISG) engine stop/start system as well as an automatic gearbox.

The three-cylinder 1.0 litre develops 68BHP and 95Nm and returns amazing 67.3 mpg. The bigger 1.25 litre four-cylinder has 84BHP and 121Nm and averages 60.1mpg. It available with both 5-speed manual and a four-speed automatic transmission. The EcoDynamics version is with fuel consumption at 65.7mpg.

2012 Picanto vs previous model (standard five-speed manual)

	New	Previous	New	Previous
	1.0	1.0	1.25	1.1
0-60mph (sec)	13.9	15.8	11.0	14.6
Top speed (mph)	95	93	106	96
Combined mpg	67.3	58.8	60.1	58.8
CO₂ (g/km)	99	114	109	114

Standard specification includes body coloured bumpers, mirrors and door handles, electric front windows, Radio/CD player, trip computer and an immobiliser. There are also a height-adjustable driver’s seat and tilt-adjustable steering column, six airbags, a 60:40 split folding rear seat.

2012 Kia Picanto 07

Picanto 1 Air adds air conditioning, and the fantastic value of the 1 specification, but without upgrading to the well specified mid-grade 2 version.

Picanto 2 offers Bluetooth connectivity, with voice recognition and full iPod control with USB & AUX ports – both of which can be operated by the steering wheel controls – and electrically operated, heated and folding door mirrors with integrated LED side repeaters. Air conditioning, rear electric windows, 14” alloy wheels, front fog lights, a leather steering wheel and gear lever, an alarm system, premium black upholstery and chrome exterior detailing complete the comprehensive spec package.

The top-of-the-range 3 spec adds automatic air conditioning, heated front seats, a 6-speaker stereo system, 15” alloy wheels, body-coloured side skirts and automatic headlights with LED daytime running lights and unique LED rear lamps.

The safety is at very high level. 2012 Picanto electronic stability control (ESC), anti-lock brakes (ABS), electronic brake-force distribution (EBD) to apportion stopping effort to the wheels with most traction, and emergency brake assist system (BAS). There are also 6 airbags and seat-belt pre-tensioners and load limiters brace occupants against a crash impact while reducing the risk of chest injury.

As with all new Kias, a 7 year or 100 000 miles fully transferable warranty is standard on every new Picanto.

2012 Kia Picanto UK 5-door model range:

Powertrain	Trim	Power – bhp	Torque – lb/ft	CO₂	Combined mpg	Price
1.0-litre	1	68 @ 6,200 rpm	70 @ 3,500 rpm	99	67.3	£7,995
1.0-litre	1 Air	68 @ 6,200 rpm	70 @ 3,500 rpm	99	67.3	£8,595
1.0-litre	2	68 @ 6,200 rpm	70 @ 3,500 rpm	99	67.3	£9,595
1.25-litre ISG	2 EcoDynamics	84 @ 6,000 rpm	89 @ 4,000 rpm	100	65.7	£10,195
1.25-litre Auto	2	84 @ 6,000 rpm	89 @ 4,000 rpm	125	53.3	£10,795
1.25-litre	3	84 @ 6,000 rpm	89 @ 4,000 rpm	109	60.1	£11,195

2012 Kia Picanto

Source: Kia

May 25, 2011

2012 Kia Picanto

Kia has exclusively unleashed the first studio images of its next-generation Kia Picanto urban ride, which now benefits from more sporty, expressive and self-confident styling. (more…)

January 4, 2011
Kia Picanto

Kia Motors Corporation has confirmed that the newly upgraded 2007 Kia Picanto will make its world premiere at the 34th Salon Internacional del Automovil in Barcelona, Spain on 7 June. Kia’s design teams in Korea and Europe have revisited the company’s smallest car, preserved its ‘young, sporty and friendly’ spirit, and evolved the new 2007 Picanto – a car with more glamorous looks, an upgraded interior and higher quality audio equipment.

Attractively refreshed and restyled to be ‘more rounded and intimate’, the 2007 Picanto is 40 mm longer, with an overall length of 3535 mm, featuring an extended, rounded nose and deeper, larger rear bumper. All-new panels are used for the bonnet, front wings, front bumper and rear bumper. The front and rear light clusters are new and follow the ‘rounded’ theme.

A new wider radiator grille, with black mesh background and twin horizontal chromed bars supporting the central Kia badge, is part of the evolving design process that is defining a new ‘Face of Kia’. The standard roof spoiler now extends across the full width of the car, while the wheelbase is unchanged at 2370 mm. Customers will be offered a choice of five new exciting, contemporary colours in a range of nine exterior colours.

“With nearly 400,000 exports since its introduction in 2004, the Picanto has not only opened the door to a segment where we previously had no presence but it has become one of the Kia line-up’s global best sellers,” commented Yong-Hwan Kim, Senior Executive Vice President & COO of Kia Motors Corporation. “We are confident that with its fresh new looks and upgraded equipment the Picanto will continue to appeal to the world’s A-segment customers and reach annual overseas sales in excess of 130,000 units over the next several years.”

May 25, 2007