Especificaciones y análisis del KIA Picanto
Power
65HP
Torque
96Nm
Consumption
5.2l/100
Emissions
124g/km
0-100 km/h
15.4s
Top Speed
152km/h
Weight
852kg
Price
8,472€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Manual 5v
FWD
4 / 5 doors
127 L
35 L
47.7 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the KIA Picanto 1.1 LX · 65 CV (2004-2007)
General description
The 2004 KIA Picanto burst onto the city scene like a breath of fresh air. It wasn't a car trying to be something it wasn't; it was the promise of urban freedom, a faithful and economical daily companion, wrapped in a compact and charming body. For many, it represented the gateway to mobility, a first car that left an impression of affection and functionality.
Driving experience
Driving the Picanto is a delightfully analog experience. Its 65 horsepower, delivered by a 1.1-liter engine, feels lively and willing thanks to its low weight and a 5-speed manual gearbox that connects you directly to the machine. It's agile, slips through any corner of the city with astonishing ease, and its small turning circle makes it the king of parking. It doesn't seek speed records, but to make you smile at every traffic light and on every tight corner.
Design and aesthetics
Its design is an exercise in honesty and pragmatism. With rounded and friendly lines, the Picanto conveys approachability. Its large headlights give it an alert look, and its 5-door format, in a body of just 3.5 meters, is a marvel of space utilization. Inside, simplicity is the norm, but everything is where you expect it to be, creating a cozy and functional atmosphere that makes you feel at home from the very first moment.
Technology and features
In an era before large touch screens, the Picanto's technology focused on the essentials to ensure a safe and comfortable drive. Its heart is an indirect injection engine, a proven and robust mechanical system. Elements like rack-and-pinion steering and a four-wheel disc brake system were its true technological bet: to offer a solid and reliable foundation without superfluous distractions.
Competition
In the competitive city car segment, the Picanto competed against giants like the Fiat Panda, the Hyundai Atos, or the trilogy formed by the Citroën C1, Peugeot 107, and Toyota Aygo. Against them, the Picanto played its cards with an excellent price-to-equipment ratio and a warranty that was beginning to forge the Korean brand's legend of reliability.
Conclusion
The KIA Picanto 1.1 LX is more than just a car; it's a fond memory for a whole generation of drivers. It is the personification of smart, economical, and uncomplicated mobility. A vehicle that proved you don't need much to be happy behind the wheel, just a loyal companion to take you where you need to go with a smile and ridiculous fuel consumption. A small giant of the asphalt.