Especificaciones y análisis del KIA Picanto
Power
65HP
Torque
97Nm
Consumption
5l/100
Emissions
118g/km
0-100 km/h
15.1s
Top Speed
154km/h
Weight
927kg
Price
11,555€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Manual 5v
FWD
4 / 5 doors
127 L
35 L
48 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the KIA Picanto 1.1 Emotion · 65 CV (2007-2008)
General description
The 2008 KIA Picanto is not just a car; it's a memory of an era where simplicity and efficiency were the ultimate expression of intelligence. Born to conquer the urban jungle, this little giant was presented as an honest and charismatic mobility solution, a vehicle that promised freedom at every traffic light and ease in every parking spot.
Driving experience
Driving the Picanto is a delightfully analog experience. Its 65 horsepower doesn't aim to break records but to deliver a lively and energetic response in city traffic. The 5-speed manual transmission connects you directly to the machine, feeling how the small 1.1-liter engine revs up with joy. It's agile, slips through any gap, and its lightness makes it a fun toy that makes you smile on every daily commute.
Design and aesthetics
Its design is pure charm. With rounded shapes and a friendly look, the 2008 Picanto radiates optimism. Despite its contained exterior dimensions, its five doors reveal a surprisingly practical and functional interior. There are no unnecessary luxuries, just a well-thought-out space to make life on board easy and comfortable, a cozy refuge in the midst of urban chaos.
Technology and features
In a world that was beginning to obsess over technology, the Picanto opted for the reliability of the tried and true. Its equipment was just what was necessary, with features like electric power steering that made maneuvering easier. Its real technology lies in its mechanical simplicity, a robust engine and minimal electronics that guarantee peace of mind and few headaches, a value that time has proven to be incalculable.
Competition
At the time, it faced tough competitors like the Citroën C1, the Fiat Panda, or its cousin, the Hyundai i10. Each had its own strengths, but the Picanto managed to earn its place with an irresistible mix of pleasant design, a very competitive price, and a reputation for reliability that KIA was beginning to build strongly in Europe.
Conclusion
The KIA Picanto 1.1 Emotion is much more than a simple utility car; it's a faithful companion that proved you don't need much to be happy behind the wheel. It represents the smart purchase, the car that takes you anywhere without complaints and with ridiculous fuel consumption. It's a vehicle that evokes nostalgia for its brutal honesty and that, even today, remains a sensible and endearing option for anyone seeking pure, uncomplicated mobility.