Kia Picanto 2004
As far as I bought the car new, and this was my goal, it has never once let me down, as in one day doing about 500km the car runs great, the fastest I've driven for a long time on a straight motorway is 120km an hour. The machine is really satisfactory with this 1.1 engine.
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This generation of Kia Picanto has been produced from March, 2004 to March, 2007. We can provide information about 4 modifications of this generation. The car has been produced only with front wheel drive.
This Kia is available with two petrol engines with displacement from 1.0 to 1.1 litres and power of from 62 to 65 horsepower un one diesel engine with displacement 1.1 litres and power of 75 HP.
The car is available with both manual (3 versions), as well as automatic (1 version) gearbox.
Kia Picanto 2004 average fuel consumption in combined cycle for petrol engine is from 4.9 to 5.8 litres per 100km, but for diesel engine - approximately 4.2 litres per 100km. The most fuel efficient Kia Picanto 2004 petrol engine version is Kia Picanto 1.1, consuming 4.9 litres per 100km.
According to user reviews, Kia Picanto real-world fuel consumption is on average about approximately for 20 percents higher as the manufacturer's claimed fuel economy (on average +23% for petrol engines and +17% for diesel engines). For a more detailed actual fuel economy of each model, select a specific Kia Picanto modification.
Kia Picanto 2004 CO2 emissions are from 119 to 138 grams per kilometer. Kia Picanto version with the lowest CO2 emissions is Kia Picanto 1.1, which produces 119 grams of CO2 per one kilometer.
The best acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h - 15.1 seconds has Kia Picanto 1.1 version, conversely the tardiest one is Kia Picanto 1.1 reaching this speed only in 17.9 seconds. The maximum top speed is 162 km/h for the 1.1 diesel 3-cylinder 75 hp version (Kia Picanto 1.1 CRDi VGT).
Lenght of Kia Picanto is 350 cm, it is very small car. Kia Picanto gross weight is from 1340 to 1350 kg (depending on modification), this car is about 5 percent heavier than the average for this age and class of vehicles.
This Kia is relatively cheap - it can be purchased (in Latvia, EU) for around 1400 €. Below you will find more detailed information about Kia Picanto prices and costs.
Kia Picanto modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Kia Picanto 2004 1.0
Mai 2004 — Jan 2007 Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
1.0 Petrol | 62 HP | 5.1 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Kia Picanto 2004 1.1
Mar 2004 — Dec 2004 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 15.1 seconds |
1.1 Petrol | 65 HP | 4.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Kia Picanto 2004 1.1
Most powerfull petrol version (65 HP) |
1.1 Petrol | 65 HP | 5.8 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
| Kia Picanto 2005 1.1 CRDi VGT Nov 2005 — Jan 2007 | 1.1 Diesel | 75 HP | 4.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Kia Picanto safety
During safety testing Kia Picanto has obtained 3 stars from five, which means average safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Kia Picanto is evaluated with three stars, children safety - with four stars, and for pedestrian protection Kia Picanto got one star.
Kia Picanto prices
Kia Picanto 2004 - 2007 hatchback price in Latvia is from 400 € to 2200 €.
Comparing to analogical vehicles Kia Picanto price is more below average - Kia Picanto is approximately for 24 percents cheaper then average hatchbacks of this age (compare hatchbacks 2004 - 2007 prices). The reason of Kia Picanto low price could be its poor quality (see below) so we recommend particularly examine the car before purchase and do not choose it only by price.
| Year | Lowest | Average | Highest | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kia Picanto 2006 price | 1100 € | 1400 € | 1900 € | |
| Kia Picanto 2004 price | 400 € | 1300 € | 2200 € |
Kia Picanto total costs of ownership
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Kia Picanto reliability and quality
According to yearly reports of vehicle inspection service Kia Picanto reliability is below average. In the roadworthiness tests in 2018 defects were detected in an average of 30.2 percent of Kia Picanto of this generation (on average 13 years old at the time of inspection). The average failure rate for a vehicles of the same age was 26.9%.
Kia Picanto 2004 features (options)
Percentage of Kia Picanto with corresponding feature (option)
52% Metallic paint
52% Climate control
18%
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Pros: As far as I bought the car new, and this was my goal, it has never once let me down, as in one day doing about 500km the car runs great, the fastest I've driven for a long time on a straight motorway is 120km an hour. The machine is really satisfactory with this 1.1 engine.
| Purchase year: | 2009 new car) | Owned for | 98`000 kilometers (6 years) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 8.0 litres per 100km (60% urban driving) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend