KIA Picanto

What is the price of the Kia Picanto in the UAE?

Kia Picanto is among the last breed of small city cars that are fast losing out to crossovers and sports utility vehicles (SUVs). Only a handful of such cars remain in most global markets. The price of the 2024 Kia Picanto starts at AED 43,000.  

How many variants of Kia Picanto are available in the UAE?

The 2024 Kia Picanto is available in a single variant.

Which variant of Kia Picanto offers the best value?

Since the 2024 Kia Picanto is available in a single variant and by default it offers the best value.

What are the key features of Kia Picanto?

The basic design of the 2024 Kia Picanto is a few years old. But the South Korean manufacturer has lent the Picanto a midlife facelift and the car now looks bolder and more contemporary. It’s fresh and edgy. Kia follows its latest ‘Opposites United’ theme, which has been rolled out across the lineup including the popular Seltos SUV. Key to the design scheme are the headlights along with a prominent full-width lightbar. The 2024 Kia Picanto gets all-around LED lights. The front bumper looks aggressive and the car gets a gloss black trim all around. The taillights are stretched full-width to lend a wider stand. The car runs on 16-inch alloy wheels.  

The interior of the 2024 Kia Picanto seems to be a little old fashioned. That doesn’t mean it has no positives. The seats are upholstered in faux-leather and the steering wheel gets a leatherette cover. There are a lot of hard plastic bits in the cabin to minimize production costs. The dashboard is dominated by an 8.0-inch touchscreen infotainment unit that’s connected to a multi-speaker audio system. The unit gets shortcut buttons underneath, as well as a physical volume dial. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are strictly wired. The central console looks neat with the automatic gearshift and the handbrake. 

The 2024 Kia Picanto gets a 4.2-inch fully digital instrument cluster. There are two separate readouts for the speed and rev. But the cluster itself looks quite small by today’s standards. Most cars in the segment have a bigger instrument panel. 

The 2024 Kia Picanto gets pretty decent storage options. The door bins can hold a bottle. The glovebox gets reasonable space. That aside, there’s a modicum of storage under the central armrest. There are a two cupholders in front that can be hidden away if required. That’s quite a good arrangement for a small city car.

Is the Kia Picanto spacious?

With 3,670 mm length, 1,625 mm width, and 1,500 mm height, the 2024 Kia Picanto is a compact car for urban commuting. Finding the best driving position is easy though the steering wheel lacks reach adjustment. Taller drivers with long arms and legs may find it a bit difficult to get a comfortable position. But the driver’s seat is height-adjustable and that minimizes the issue. The two front seats, like all compact cars, get the maximum space. The seats are nicely padded.

Space at the back isn’t suitable for three adults. That’ll make the seat crammed. Two is a more comfortable number. Six-foot tall occupants will find it hard to get proper legroom. They’ll have to sit upright with no space to adjust the seating position. But the rear doors open wide allowing easy entry and exit. The windows are large enough for a compact car and make the cabin airy.

The 2024 Kia Picanto gets a 256-liter boot space. That’s pretty decent considering the car’s overall size. The rear seats are 60:40 foldable to increase the boot space if required. The adjustable load floor means cargo can be slid in without having to actually lift it over the boot lip.

What are the engine and transmission options for Kia Picanto?

The 2024 Kia Picanto is equipped with a liquid-cooled, turbocharged, four-cylinder, 1.2-liter petrol engine that produces 84PS/122Nm. The motor is mated to a five-speed automatic transmission. The car is mounted on a firm suspension that helps it to corner more keenly than most rivals. The powertrain isn’t exactly responsive but is well-suited for urban commuting. Negotiating twisty lanes and overtaking on city roads is rather easy, courtesy of its compact size and responsive steering. The ride quality isn’t buttery smooth and it can’t be expected from a low-riding subcompact car. However, the suspension system still manages to absorb most bumps and potholes. Some of the harder ones are felt inside the cabin. On highways, the 2024 Kia Picanto returns a stable ride. 

What is Kia Picanto's fuel efficiency?

The 2024 Kia Picanto has a claimed fuel efficiency of 16.8kmpl. Real-life mileage is expected to be around 13-14kmpl. It’s still among the most fuel-efficient cars in its segment.

What safety features does the Kia Picanto offer?

The standard safety equipment includes a rearview camera and parking sensors. Other apparatus includes multiple airbags, electronic stability control, traction control, hill-hold control, antilock braking, vehicle stability management, forward collision avoidance, and an intelligent speed limiter.

What colour options are available for Kia Picanto?

The 2024 Kia Picanto is available in Clear White, Sparkling Silver, Astro Grey, Aurora Black Pearl, Milky Beige, Signal Red, Smoke Blue, Sporty Blue, and Adventurous Green colour options. 

Is Kia Picanto worth buying?

The 2024 Kia Picanto is an ideal first car for urban customers. It has a compact size, a frugal engine, and can ferry people in reasonable comfort. Most city-centric small cars have either ceased production or have changed to electric. The third-generation Picanto gets a major facelift and is now more desirable than earlier. 

What are the alternatives to Kia Picanto?

The 2024 Kia Picanto faces competition from Mitsubishi Mirage, Suzuki Dzire, BMW 1 Series 5-Door, and BMW 7 Series Sedan

What else should you know about Kia Picanto?

The 2024 Kia Picanto is among the most affordable cars in its segment. It’s backed by a generous five-year/150,000km manufacturer’s warranty.