Especificaciones y análisis del KIA Picanto
Power
69HP
Torque
95Nm
Consumption
4.2l/100
Emissions
99g/km
0-100 km/h
14.4s
Top Speed
153km/h
Weight
920kg
Price
8,172€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Manual 5v
FWD
5 / 3 doors
200 L
35 L
51 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the KIA Picanto 3p 1.0 Basic · 69 CV (2012-2014)
General description
The 2011 KIA Picanto in its 3-door version is the personification of the smart, unpretentious city car. Born to conquer the city, this little giant offers an economical and agile mobility solution, a haven of simplicity in an increasingly complex world. It's a car that speaks to you with honesty from the very first moment.
Driving experience
Driving the Picanto is like feeling the city in the palm of your hand. Its 69 horsepower, delivered by a willing 3-cylinder engine, is more than enough to move with surprising agility through traffic. The electric power steering and its small turning radius make it a king of maneuvers and parking. It doesn't seek speed records, but rather to offer an easy, direct, and connected driving experience thanks to its 5-speed manual transmission. It's the feeling of freedom and control in the urban environment.
Design and aesthetics
Its design, with the 3-door body, gives it a youthful and slightly more dynamic air than its 5-door sibling. It's compact, with a friendly look and proportions that scream 'city'. Inside, functionality is the top priority. The plastics are hard but durable, and every control is exactly where you expect it to be. It's an honest design that doesn't pretend to be what it's not, focused on maximizing space and practicality in a small format.
Technology and features
In its Basic trim, the technology focuses on the essentials. You won't find large screens or complex assistance systems, but the technology that really matters for its purpose: efficient indirect injection, reliable electric power steering, and a well-tuned chassis. It's a car from an era where the connection was more mechanical than digital, offering a pure and unfiltered driving experience.
Competition
At its launch, the Picanto faced stiff competition in the A-segment. Rivals like the PSA Group and Toyota trio (Citroën C1, Peugeot 107, Toyota Aygo), the charismatic Fiat 500, the practical Renault Twingo, or its close cousin, the Hyundai i10, were all fighting for the same piece of the urban pie. The Picanto defended itself with an excellent quality-price ratio and growing reliability.
Conclusion
The KIA Picanto 1.0 Basic is an incredibly rational and, at the same time, emotionally satisfying purchase. It's the perfect car for those who value economy of use, reliability, and ease of driving above all else. It's a loyal companion for daily life, a vehicle that fulfills its promise of affordable and uncomplicated mobility. It gets you from point A to B with a smile and very little expense, and that, in itself, is a luxury.