2011 Kia Picanto – 3 doors 1.25L 4AT FWD (85 HP)

Vehicle Overview

Sharing its platform with the i10 sibling made by Hyundai, the second generation of the Picanto was made by Kia in a three or five-door version.

After successfully launching the five-door variant, the Korean automaker introduced the three-door bodywork for those who didn’t need the rear seats too much. The car instantly became a hit among delivery companies, which were happy with the Picanto’s excellent fuel efficiency.

The car’s look was surprisingly good for its class, and that’s no wonder since it was penned by the same hand that made the Audi TT, the magic hand of Peter Schreyer. He made the car with high-mounted headlights above a fat bumper that sported the main grille and a set of side scoops for the fog lamps. From its profile, the three-door version received an ascending line and a small window between the B- and the C-pillars. At the back, the taillights flanked the slightly tilted forward tailgate.

Inside, the automaker tried to offer a neat design for the dashboard with a two-color option. Still, the sound system placed between the vents didn’t look as good as those installed in other cars from the market. At the front, there was enough room for two passengers seated in high-mounted seats. In the back, however, there was limited legroom even for two people.

Under the hood, Kia installed a small choice of gasoline engines and ditched the diesel versions that were offered in the previous generation.