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Kia Picanto II 5D (facelift 2015) 1.2 (85 Hp) Automatic
Overall Rating
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 5D (facelift 2015) Overview:
Kia Picanto (II 5D (facelift 2015)). With 120 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~7.3 l/100km). Weighing only 939 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 13.7 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 (85 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers better performance than the 1.0L, suitable for mixed driving, though the automatic transmission can dull responsiveness.
Fuel Economy
Decent fuel economy for an automatic, but noticeably less efficient than manual variants.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent fuel economy, especially the 1.0L and LPG variants
- • Compact dimensions make it ideal for city driving and parking
- • Good value for money in its segment
- • Refreshed styling and improved features with the facelift
- • Practical 5-door configuration
Cons:
- • Limited performance on highways, particularly with the 1.0L engine
- • Basic interior materials and refinement compared to some rivals
- • Small boot space (200L) limits cargo capacity
- • Rear disc brakes only on some higher trims, others drum
- • Automatic transmission can be sluggish
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II 3D: 2011 - 2015).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Kia |
| Model: | Picanto |
| Generation: | II 5D (facelift 2015) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.2 (85 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2015 |
| End of production: | 2017 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 85 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 68.1 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| 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 |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.5 l |
| Coolant: | 5.1 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 71 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 78.8 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 7.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 4.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 5.6 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 6 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 13.7 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 13.7 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 163 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.4 kg/Hp, 96 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.4 kg/Nm, 135.6 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 13 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 885-994 |
| Max. weight: | 1430 |
| Max load: | 436-545 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 870 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 200 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 35 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3595 mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1595 mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1480 mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2385 mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Width including mirrors: | 1880 mm |
| Front track: | 1409-1421 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1412-1424 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 9.6 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 |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 155/70 R13 75T; 165/60 R14 75H; 175/50 R15 75H |
| Wheel rims size | 4.5J x 13 ET 46; 5.0J x 14 ET 49; 5.5J x 15 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Semi-independent, coil spring |
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