Kia Picanto 2017 1.0 T-GDi

Kia Picanto 2017 1.0 petrol description

Hatchback Kia Picanto 2017 1.0 T-GDi is being produced from January, 2017. It has three-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.0 litres, which produces power of 100 horsepower on 4500 rpm - this is the most powerfull Kia Picanto 2017 version and torque 172 Nm (Newton metres) on 1500 revolutions per minute.

This 3-cylinder 12-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system and Garrett NGT1038KLSZ turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 5 and Euro 6 emission standards available. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 190 000 to 330 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs 
This Kia Picanto 1.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 3.9 litres.

Kia Picanto 2017 1.0 T-GDi has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Kia Picanto 2017 1.0 T-GDi accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 10.1 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 180 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this Kia Picanto 2017 1.0 T-GDi in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 4.5 litres per 100km (22.2 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient Kia Picanto 2017 versions, city fuel economy - 5.6 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 4 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 35 litres or 9.25 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 760 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 860 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Kia real everyday fuel consumption is 6.1 litres per 100 km, which is 36% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Kia Picanto fuel consumption.

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 good rate 79 from 100, children safety: average mark - 64 from 100, for pedestrian protection Kia Picanto got 54 points from 100.
Kia Picanto safety equipment has been rated as very low - 25 percents from 100.

Kia Picanto 2017

Kia Picanto 2017 1.0 T-GDi technical data

Model: Kia Picanto 1.0 T-GDi
Body style: Hatchback
Production period: 2017. January
Engine: 998 cm3 Petrol, 3 cylinders CO2 emissions: no data
Power: 100 HP ON 4500 RPM Torque: 172 NM ON 1500 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Maximum speed: 180 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 10.1 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 4.5 (combined) 5.6 (urban) 4.0 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 6.1 l/100km (38.6 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 35 litres (9.2 gallons)
Car dimensions: 3.60m (length) 1.60m (width) 1.49m (height)
Turning diameter: 9.4 meters
Ground clearance: 141 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle)
Trunk capacity: 255 litres
Trunk max capacity: 1010 litres (with rear seats folded down)
Gross weight: 1400 kg

Kia Picanto 2017 1.0 T-GDi engine G3LC

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 190,000 to 330,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
Engine displacement 998 cm3
Number of cylinders 3
Bore (cylinder diameter) 71 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 84 mm
Compression ratio 10 : 1
Camshaft drive Timing chain

Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more.

Fuel system Injection
Kia Picanto 2017 1.0 T-GDi oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 3.9 litres (4.1 quarts)
Power 100 - 120 HP ON 4500 RPM
Torque 172 NM ON 1500 RPM
Engine manufacturer Hyundai
Start of production (year) 2015
Duration of production 9 years

Often in the first years of production, engines tend to have various constructive problems, so it is recommended to choose a car with this engine from 2018 onwards.

Engine also used on Kia Ceed Hyundai i30 Kia RIO Hyundai i20 Hyundai Kona and 2 other models

Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design.

All Kia Picanto hatchback [2017 modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
Kia Picanto 2017 1.0

Most fuel efficient version

1.0 Petrol 67 HP 4.2 l/100km Manual (5)
Kia Picanto 2017 1.0 T-GDi

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 10.1 seconds

1.0 Petrol 100 HP 4.5 l/100km Manual (5)
Kia Picanto 2017 1.2 1.2 Petrol 84 HP 4.5 l/100km Manual (5)
Kia Picanto 2017 1.2 Apr 2017 —

Only version with automatic transmission

1.2 Petrol 84 HP 5.4 l/100km Automatic (4)
Kia Picanto 2017 reviews
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