Even in the parking lot in front of the presentation tent, the question arose: “What is Kia Venga doing here?” It turned out that the appearance of the Picanto compact five-door hatchback is easily confused with the older model. However, to distinguish a small car is simple: by LED scattering in the taillights and “cilia” in the headlights. Well, it's over, near the illusion is destroyed, just see the narrow Picanto poop.
Kia picanto
Kia Picanto Kia Picanto
In terms of geometric indicators (3595/1595/1480 cm), the “piquant” novelty slightly increased compared to the previous model: it grew by 6 cm in length, the wheelbase became 1.5 cm more. The height and width did not change. Despite the low-cost plastic, the “dash” outwardly became prettier than on an old typewriter. There was a feeling that you are in an “adult” car: the noise from passing trucks does not break into the passenger compartment, a well-balanced chassis allows you to confidently control the car.
Kia picanto
Kia Picanto Kia Picanto
According to company representatives, a three-layer sound insulation was used to prevent sounds from the street. Vibration was fought with more modern hydraulic engine mounts and transmissions.
With a 1.2-liter engine (85 hp 120 Nm) and an automatic transmission, the hatchback accelerates too smoothly - 13.4 seconds to “hundreds”. If you switch the speeds manually, you can get Picanto acceptable acceleration.
The car has an iPod connector and AUX and USB inputs
The car has an iPod connector and AUX and USB inputs The car has an iPod connector and AUX and USB inputs
In Russia, Picanto will also be offered with a liter 65-horsepower engine, working in tandem with the "mechanics". Passport gasoline consumption with such an aggregate in the urban cycle is only 5.4 liters per 100 km. The range of options is quite wide. In the near future, the Internet portal “Zarulem. RF” will test this car, expect details and ask questions.
