Kia Picanto 2017 vs Suzuki Swift 2017

Select specific versions of each model (by engine capacity, power, drivetrain and gearbox) for an accurate comparison

 
Kia Picanto
2017 - 2020
Suzuki Swift
2017 - 2020
Gearbox: Manual/AutomaticManual/Automatic
Wheel drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)Front wheel drive (FWD) / All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
Kia Picanto is available only with front wheel drive, while Suzuki Swift can be equipped with front wheel drive and four wheel (4x4) drive.
Engines: 1.0 - 1.21.0 - 1.4

Performance

Power: 67 - 100 HP90 - 140 HP
Torque: 96 - 172 NM118 - 235 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 10.1 - 14.3 seconds8.1 - 12.6 seconds
In general, Suzuki Swift are available with more powerful and dynamic engines than Kia Picanto. Select a car version for a more accurate comparison!

Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 4.2 - 5.44.3 - 6.1
Kia Picanto petrol engines consumes on average 0.2 litres less fuel per 100 km than Suzuki Swift.
This comparison does not take engine capacity into account, so to compare the fuel consumption of specific engines, select the car version!
Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy.
Ground clearance: 141 mm (5.6 inches)115 - 140 mm (4.5 - 5.5 inches)
Because of the higher ground clearance, Kia Picanto can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds.

Dimensions

Length: 3.60 m3.85 m
Width: 1.60 m1.74 m
Height: 1.49 m1.49 m
Kia Picanto is smaller.
Kia Picanto is 26 cm shorter than the Suzuki Swift, 14 cm narrower the height of the cars does not differ significantly.
Trunk capacity: 255 litres266 litres
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down, if possible
1010 litres947 litres
Turning diameter: 9.4 meters10.2 meters
The turning circle of the Kia Picanto is 0.8 metres less than that of the Suzuki Swift, which means Kia Picanto can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight: ~ 1`400 kg~ 1`396 kg
Net weight:~ 942 kg~ 949 kg
Load capacity:~ 458 kg~ 447 kg
Safety:
Suzuki Swift scores higher in safety tests.
Quality:
average

average
Average price (€): 980010 800
Pros and Cons: Kia Picanto has
  • lower fuel consumption
  • higher ground clearance
  • better manoeuvrability
  • lower price
Suzuki Swift has
  • available with 4x4 drive
  • more powerful and dynamic engines
  • higher safety
  • fewer faults
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