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Kia Picanto I (2004–2007)

4.0/5
Reliability score Good
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Engine reliability summary

Petrol

Engine Score Reports Common issues
1.0 i 12V (60 Hp) (G4HE) 1.0 1 No issues reported
1.1i 12V (64 Hp) (G4HG) No reports 0 No issues reported
1.1i 12V (64 Hp) Automatic (G4HG) No reports 0 No issues reported

Diesel

Engine Score Reports Common issues
1.1 CRDi (75 Hp) (D3FA) No reports 0 No issues reported

Owner reviews

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Picanto i: Excellent First Car

The Picanto is my first car, and it performs excellently in this role. I commute 30km each way. On the highway, the car isn't very dynamic, but it compensates with agility and capability in the city. Compared to other cars in its class I looked at, it has great visibility and large mirrors. The 1.1 (G4HG) engine handles gas well, although the RPMs and fuel consumption on the highway show it's a city car – surprisingly well-insulated though (at 3k RPMs, the loudest thing is

Pros: Excellent first car, Agile in the city, Great visibility, Large mirrors
Cons: Not very dynamic on the highway
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Picanto i: A Surprisingly Spacious City Car

A very successful car. Despite its small size, there's surprisingly a lot of space inside – both front and rear passengers can comfortably sit, even those measuring 180 cm. Acceleration is decent for such a small engine. The trunk is mostly for groceries, but I've managed to transport a folded stroller. The bodywork is a very positive surprise – my previous car, a Kia Rio (I), rusted heavily, but this model so far shows no signs of corrosion, not even the smallest ones. Regarding repairs, the car...

Pros: Surprisingly spacious for its size, Decent acceleration for a small engine, Excellent bodywork, no signs of rust
Cons: Trunk space is limited, best for groceries.
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Picanto i Review

Great car. Bodywork is healthy, I've been driving it for over 8 years. In summer on summer tires, it consumes up to 4.5L/100km, on winter tires up to 5L/100km. I have 2 parking scratches on the body, and after 5 years, zero rust or holes in the metal. The car serves me for commuting to work over 30km. I've driven over 160,000km with no serious breakdowns. During its use, I replaced the rear brakes, rear shock absorbers, and front links and ball joints. The car is in constant use. Acceleration isn't exhilarating, but this isn't a car for overtaking (unless

Pros: Excellent fuel economy, Durable bodywork with no rust, Reliable for daily commuting, Low maintenance costs
Cons: Slightly underpowered for overtaking
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Kia Picanto I 1.0 i 12V (60 Hp) Hatchback 70,000 km

Bad - Picanto I

Cons: Slightly stiff suspension (like German cars) | Problems: None

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