Used Kia Picanto for sale

What types of used Kia Picanto cars are there?

The Kia Picanto first launched in 2004 and became an instant hit thanks to its affordability, size and good looks.

It stacks up well against its rivals because of its lower price point, but it doesn't compromise on quality or styling. The Picanto is a good-looking city car that offers a very impressive interior for its class.  

It finds its main competition in the Volkswagen Up! and Hyundai i10, but it’s a great option for a compact cruiser. Choosing the Picanto will mean you get the reliability and value for money associated with the brand, so it’s worth considering.   

– Read our Kia Picanto review

It's available with two different engine options: a 1.0-litre engine; and a turbocharged 1.0-litre engine that's available on the more expensive GT-Line and GT-Line S models.    

Popular Kia Picanto trims 

Kia’s trim levels make a lot of sense because they go in numerical order. Toward the top of the options are sporty-looking models with plenty of kit. 

> Kia Picanto 1 - Entry-level 1 model with automatic headlights, Bluetooth and basic safety equipment 

> Kia Picanto 3 - High-spec 3 model with air-conditioning, a reversing camera, Apple CarPlay/Android Auto and alloy wheels 

> Kia Picanto GT-Line - the GT-Line comes with striking alloy wheel designs, upgraded headlights and tinted rear windows 

Kia Picanto history 

There have been three versions of the Kia Picanto to date, with each looking incrementally smarter and using higher-quality materials. 

> Second-generation Kia Picanto (2011) - Substantial visual upgrade over first-generation model 

> Facelifted Kia Picanto (2015) - Minor design tweaks and more efficient engine options 

> Third-generation Kia Picanto (2017) - Modern-looking interior and better materials throughout 

> Facelifted Kia Picanto (2023) - Major exterior redesign to bring the Picanto in line with other Kia models and a more premium-feeling interior 

What features does the Kia Picanto have?

A used Kia Picanto features a very good-quality interior with lots of different car tech options. Standard features for any used Kia Picanto for sale include USB and aux connectivity, but higher-spec versions get even more kit. 

There are some other options available that include a four-speaker setup, an infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, sat-nav, DAB radio and an eight-inch touchscreen.    

Overall, the cockpit is very functional and offers a simplistic and ergonomically pleasing design.   

The Picanto GT-Line S models are the ones that get all the bells and whistles, including sportier looks and wireless phone charging. 

In terms of storage space, a used Picanto is surprisingly good considering its size and class of vehicle. It has 255 litres of available boot space, which increases to 1,010 litres when the rear seats are folded down.    

You can see the full range of features in each Picanto model by checking out our product listings. 

Is the Kia Picanto reliable?

One thing that’s hard to ignore about the Kia Picanto is its impressive reliability and warranty.

Every Kia comes with a seven-year/100,000-mile warranty, which goes hand in hand with its stellar reliability track record.   

How much does the Kia Picanto cost to run?

A used Kia Picanto is a fairly frugal car. Most of the engine configurations should be able to get up to 50mpg, though the automatic version is slightly less efficient. 

Insurance groups vary for Kia Picanto models, but the cheapest is band three and the highest is band 10 for the higher-spec GT-Line S model – even this car is cheaper to insure than some entry-level hatchbacks. 

Who is the Kia Picanto suitable for?

While there’s seating for up to five, we think first-time buyers and less-experienced drivers will benefit from looking for a Kia Picanto for sale because it’s cheap to run and small enough not to be cumbersome around car parks. 

It finds its main competition in the Volkswagen Up! and Hyundai i10, but it’s a great option for a compact cruiser.