Kia Picanto generations
(Ground clearance)| Generation year | Ground clearance |
|---|---|
| Picanto, Model year 2004 (BA) | 0 mm |
| Picanto, Model year 2008 (BA (1. Facelift)) | 0 mm |
| Picanto, Model year 2009 (BA (2. Facelift)) | 0 mm |
| Picanto, Model year 2011 (TA) | 0 mm |
| Picanto, Model year 2015 (TA (1. Facelift)) | 0 mm |
| Picanto, Model year 2017 (JA) | 141 mm |
| Picanto, Model year 2020 (Picanto JA (1. Facelift)) | 141 mm |
| Picanto, Model year 2024 (Picanto JA (2. Facelift)) | 141 mm |
The ground clearance compared to other Kia models
Comparing apples and slightly larger apples within the Kia orchard, the Picanto's 141 mm ground clearance might not summon mountains to mind, but it parcels up a nice middle ground. Contrast that with the Kia Stinger's sedan-slithering 130 mm, and our Picanto is practically on stilts. However, venture further into the SUV territory with models like the Stonic at 165 mm and the Sorento commanding a towering 174 mm clearance, and our plucky Picanto is suddenly not such a high-rider. Though, for its segment and urban pretensions, it's perched just right.
Kia Picanto vs other current cars by Kia
(Ground clearance)| Variant name | Ground clearance |
|---|---|
| Stinger | 130 mm |
| EV3 | 140 mm |
| Picanto | 141 mm |
| Niro EV | 150 mm |
| e-Niro | 155 mm |
| e-Soul | 155 mm |
| EV6 | 160 mm |
| Niro Hybrid | 160 mm |
| Niro | 160 mm |
| Stonic | 165 mm |
| Sportage | 170 mm |
| XCeed | 172 mm |
| Sorento | 176 mm |
| EV9 | 177 mm |
How does the ground clearance of the Kia Picanto compare to it's nearest competitors?
In the grand Colosseum of compact cars, the Kia Picanto, standing at 141 mm, glares across at its adversaries. The Renault Zoe, for instance, scrapes closer to the ground at just 120 mm, potentially faltering at the first sight of a lofty speed bump. Then there's the Dacia Sandero, swaggering in with a 155 mm ground clearance, looking down upon our Picanto. The Suzuki SX4, with an intimidating 175 mm, might as well be a monster truck in comparison. However, not all rivals tower over; the Fiat Panda pitches in at 165 mm, slightly loftier but still within the same playground. Thus, in the grand scheme of things, the Picanto brandishes a respectable 'middle of the pack' ground clearance that balances urban agility and the odd adventurous escapade like a well-seasoned trapeze artist.
Kia Picanto vs. similar cars
(Ground clearance)| Car model | Ground clearance |
|---|---|
| SsangYong Torres 2023 | 195 mm |
| Opel Grandland 2022 | 188 mm |
| Suzuki S-Cross 2022 | 175 mm |
| ARI Motors 902 2023 | 170 mm |
| Renault Austral 2022 | 170 mm |
| Hyundai Bayon 2021 | 165 mm |
| Daewoo Nexia 1995 | 160 mm |
| Fiat Topolino 2023 | 150 mm |
| Citroen Ami 2024 | 150 mm |
| ARI Motors 452/802 2019 | 150 mm |
| MG MG3 2024 | 148 mm |
| KIA Picanto 2024 | 141 mm |
| Toyota Urban Cruiser 2009 | 140 mm |
| ARI Motors Soleno 2024 | 135 mm |
| GWM ORA 03 2024 | 135 mm |
| Elaris Dyo 2023 | 127 mm |
