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Kia Picanto III (facelift 2023) GT-Line 1.2 (84 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)
III (facelift 2023) Overview:
Kia Picanto (III (facelift 2023)). With 122 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1013 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. 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.
GT-Line 1.2 (84 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 84 Hp 1.2-liter engine paired with a 4-speed automatic transmission offers adequate power for urban commutes and occasional highway use, though acceleration is modest.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy is reasonable for an automatic city car, but the older 4-speed gearbox can be less efficient than modern transmissions, resulting in 6.7 l/100 km WLTP combined.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Compact size ideal for urban maneuverability and parking.
- • Excellent value for money and low running costs.
- • Refreshed styling and improved interior features for 2023.
- • Good reliability reputation for the brand.
- • Practical boot space for its segment.
Cons:
- • Limited power options, especially for highway driving.
- • Automatic transmission can feel dated (4-speed).
- • Euro NCAP safety rating is average for the segment (3 stars standard).
- • Rear passenger space is tight for adults on longer journeys.
- • Ride comfort can be firm on rougher roads.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(III (facelift 2020): July, 2020 - July, 2023).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Kia |
| Model: | Picanto |
| Generation: | III (facelift 2023) |
| Modification (Engine): | GT-Line 1.2 (84 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | July, 2023 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Start & Stop System |
| Power: | 84 Hp @ 6000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 67.3 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 122 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | G4LF [Same engine] More details about the engine G4LF |
| 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, D-CVVT |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.8 l |
| Coolant: | 5.4 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Compression ratio: | 10.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Combined fuel consumption (WLTP): | 6.7 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 12.1 kg/Hp, 82.9 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.3 kg/Nm, 120.4 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1013 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1010 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 255 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 35 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3595 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1595 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1495 mm mm [10mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2400 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 151 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 9.4 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, 256 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc, 234 mm [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 195/45 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 16 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Torsion |
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