Kia Picanto III: used car test – AUTO BILD

That is: A hint Smaller can be generously understood as a vehicle’s attempt to focus on what really matters. This 3.60 meter five-door compact car concept deserves more recognition than ever in times of larger and heavier models. Many other brands have pulled out of the entry-level segment in recent years, abandoning the appeal of modesty in favor of more lucrative XL models. That does it Picanto twice as exciting when it comes to affordable mobility.

The GT-Line (sporty accents) and X-Line (with crossover elements) are nicely decorated, but unfortunately used and a few thousand euros more expensive. In front, there is enough room to move around in the short seats, even for people who are 1.90 meters tall, and the sense of space benefits from the large headroom. However, only small children will be happy for a long time in the back seat, which has two Isofix devices and in some cases it may be too narrow for the seats of older children.

It feels like self-denial Picanto not yet activated. What was missing before were optional driving aids. For the 2021 model update Come on however, when it comes to the scope of equipment. Depending on the equipment line (initially six, later only two) and the intention of the new car buyer to order, lane assistant, drowsiness detection, emergency brake assistant, drowsiness warning and blind monitoring can be on board.

Here’s how he runs: Despite its average performance, it works Picanto enough life in city traffic. Its auto-responsive operation is successful. However, the joy of switching is spoiled by the five-speed manual gearbox. Expectations of comfort should not get out of hand: the essence of Picanto exudes a certain coreness that is rarely found on the market. Due to weak insulation, driving noise is always present. You see that Picanto designed for short trips.

A constant speed of more than 120 is against its nature, which is sensitive to crosswinds. Positives: A curb weight of less than one ton and direct steering increase driving pleasure on winding roads. The 67 hp engine is no problem and is sufficient for unlimited commuter routines.

Things are very fast with the 1.2 (84 hp) and 1.0 T-GDI (100 hp). The Euro 6 emission standard is always standard As an alternative to the manual switch, there was previously a four-speed automatic transmission. The automatic manual transmission (AMT), introduced in 2020, works very slowly. A turning circle of only 9.60 meters is good in narrow inner cities.

This is annoying: A little guaranteed. Because Come on Germany also offered its flagship model, a seven-year new car warranty, five years on paint (up to 150,000 km each) and a twelve-year anti-corrosion warranty. In order to maintain this warranty claim, it is important that all maintenance intervals (every twelve months or 15,000 km) are observed!

Aside from minor details, there are few negative comments from the workshop and branding community regarding durability issues. In the long run, the design of the timing chain of the injector of various types of intake reduces the costs of the workshop. Our underbody check revealed no weaknesses, significant rust is not an issue. However, there are many unused models on the market with clear signs of wear and tear. There are virtually no records of any kind on file at the Federal Motor Transport Authority.