This proves why small cars are awesome: 2025 Kia Picanto review

In a world that's forgotten about small city cars, Kia's decided to give the Picanto the face of a robot. Is it the best city car still on sale? Join me for a full review including a look at its styling, interior, cabin tech and – of course – a look at how it drives now that Kia's taken away the best engine…

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[robtt]

They are good cars. Most people don’t need any more . That’s if they are honest to themselves !

[mbc]

We have a 2012 1.2 petrol Picanto with about 220 000km on the clock. Great car.

[wayneheyes]

Small cars ARE A we can’t have huge SUVs and expensive EV’s that no one can afford

[NigelRudyard]

Cracking little motor; I know several people who run a Picanto, and they report the model being trouble free and pleasant to drive.

[colinbeadle]

I have 2019 1.2 automatic - drives impeccably - 7 year guarantee suns up it quality. 😊

[jonfrank]

Nice car and nice to see someone giving it a review, as this whole sector has not only been abandoned by car makers but most content providers as well. Keep up the good work Tim

[NLLHW]

American here - would love one of these to bop around in. Screw it, I'd even take it on track.

[pigeonpoo]

Anally retentive commenter here.
But not today. Today ill be nice.
Im on holiday in the land of the F150 and the constant rumbling v8s and its 30c. And I've just been past a Polaris dealership so im in a good mood.
I like this car. 😅

[davidb]

Looks like the sort of car Rosie and Jim would go dogging in, but who can argue with the 7 year warranty.

[Juanvi_]

Very good and comprehensive review.I love this new Picanto.I think its front is one of the coolest ones of cars nowadays.And the new adventurous green colour is really impressive.I've already ordered mine.The only bad thing I find is its engine which I find really weak.100 horsepower engine would have made It the just perfect

[paulwardzynski]

Great little city car. I would go for the more powerful version and call it Connor.

[stevemarra]

I have a 2019 gtline s 1.0t I've heard the 1.0t has been discontinued, although still a nice car without the fun of the 1.0t it really changes the dynamics of this car now nline seems even more appealing

[markrhodes]

It's a great little car. And I love the AZURA BLUE colour. Regarding the AMT automatic gearboxes I have a Stonic with a AMT and I soon got used to it and yes KIA certainly puts loads of technology in their vehicles especially the new EU speed limiters. The automatic brakes are good. The safety technology is absolutely fantastic first class. If you can get past being a snob, forget the old brand before Hyundi bailed them out. There's Magor changes to the Manufacturer and the whole brand across the ball😮😮.
🌟⭐️🌟⭐️🌟

[AronCraig]

I've got a 2012 1.2 special edition, quirky styling for sure but I love the little git. less than 50k on the clock and various bits need fixing but... it's perfect around town, does motorway ok, and since I replaced the radio with an android head unit it feels pretty modern for connectivity

[dm]

Got mi e coming September. Sad they not do the 1L turbo anymore

[davidwatkins]

Very impressive small car. Had a test drive in one today and thought it ideal for running around town, being comfortable, economical and easier to park than my manual Focus estate. I have developed arthritis in my left knee, so need an automatic, so although the top of the range 1.2 Picanto is expensive for a small car, I have ordered the 1.2 auto GT-S.

[miketayse]

I'm an American, I want a small car and nobody sells them much anymore. At least over that way you have a few to choose from.

[grahamevans]

1- 그 반바지도 색깔이 있나요?

2 - it's sc-own, not scon.

3 - I totally agree about city cars, they are ace. Our daughters first car is a VW Up and I love driving it (honest, nimble, fun) as much as our fat arsed SUV coupe lump.

4 - Great as usual, Tim 👍

[letsseeif]

Tim. Thanks for your very funny and informative review. We live in Melbourne Australia and have ordered a 2024 Picanto base model not for need on money, but for the softer ride. It's a asthmatic auto. One thing I'd like, is your opinion on the lane keep assist and lane centreing assist. For context, this country's dominated by huge SUVs and Utes.

[AdrianProctor-vl]

I have just bought the kia picanto gt s in the new green 1200 cc great little car