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Kia Picanto II 3D 1.2 16V (85 Hp) automatic
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Kia Picanto:
The Kia Picanto is a city car that has been produced by the South Korean car manufacturer, Kia, since 2003. Other names of the car include Kia Morning in South Korea, Hong Kong, Taiwan and Chile, Kia EuroStar in Taiwan , Kia New Morning in Vietnam and the Naza Suria or Naza Picanto in Malaysia. The Picanto is primarily manufactured at the Donghee joint-venture plant in Seosan, South Korea, though some countries locally assemble complete knock-down versions of the car....(Read more on Wikipedia)
II 3D Overview:
Kia Picanto (II 3D). With 120 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~6.7 l/100km). Weighing only 875 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 13.4 s). The top speed reaches 163 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.2 16V (85 Hp) automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Provides a smooth and convenient driving experience with its automatic transmission. Performance is suitable for city and suburban use.
Fuel Economy
Reasonable fuel economy for an automatic city car, though slightly higher than its manual counterpart.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent fuel economy, especially the 1.0L and 1.2L manual variants
- • Compact size and tight turning circle make it ideal for city driving and parking
- • Stylish design for a city car, both inside and out
- • Good value for money, offering a lot of features for its class
- • Reliable and generally inexpensive to maintain
Cons:
- • Limited performance on highways, especially with the 1.0L engine
- • Basic interior materials in some trims
- • Small boot space, though expandable with folded seats
- • Can be noisy at higher speeds
- • Rear passenger space is tight for adults on longer journeys
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I: 2006 - 2007).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Kia |
| Model: | Picanto |
| Generation: | II 3D |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.2 16V (85 Hp) automatic |
| Start of production: | 2011 |
| End of production: | 2015 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 3 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 85 Hp Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 68.1 Hp/l [100mm more] |
| Torque: | 120 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | G4LA More details about the engine G4LA |
| Engine displacement: | 1248 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.5 l |
| Coolant: | 5.1 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 6.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 4.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 5.3 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 5 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 13.4 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 13.4 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 163 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.3 kg/Hp, 97.1 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.3 kg/Nm, 137.1 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 12.7 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 875 |
| Max. weight: | 1370 |
| Max load: | 495 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 605 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 200 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 35 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3595 mm mm [100mm more] |
| Width: | 1595 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1480 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2385 mm mm [15mm more] |
| Front track: | 1421 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1424 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 9.8 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 165/60 R14 |
| Wheel rims size | 14 |
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