Kia Picanto — All Years
Kia Picanto pages on this site cover 17 model years, 2010–2026, spanning 3 generations: First generation (2003–present), Second generation (2011–present), Third generation (2017–present). Body styles across them include hatchback. Select a year for that generation's engine line-up, facelift status and body styles.
Kia Picanto Generations
| Generation | Built | Facelift | Body styles | Engines | Years on this site |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| First generation | 2003–present | 2007 | Hatchback | 1.0, 1.1, 1.1 three-cylinder diesel (Europe), 1.2 (some countries) | 2010 |
| Second generation | 2011–present | 2015 | Hatchback | 1.0 three-cylinder, 1.0 turbocharged (Kappa II), 1.25 four-cylinder | 2011–2016 |
| Third generation | 2017–present | 2020 | Hatchback | 1.0 Kappa II MPI, 1.0 Kappa II T-GDI (turbo), 1.2 Kappa II MPI, 1.0 Smartstream G1.0 MPI +4 more | 2017–2026 |
Kia Picanto by Model Year
| Year | Generation | Facelift status | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Third generation | Post-facelift | Petrol / LPG |
| 2025 | Third generation | Post-facelift | Petrol / LPG |
| 2024 | Third generation | Post-facelift | Petrol / LPG |
| 2023 | Third generation | Post-facelift | Petrol / LPG |
| 2022 | Third generation | Post-facelift | Petrol / LPG |
| 2021 | Third generation | Post-facelift | Petrol / LPG |
| 2020 | Third generation | Post-facelift | Petrol / LPG |
| 2019 | Third generation | Pre-facelift | Petrol / LPG |
| 2018 | Third generation | Pre-facelift | Petrol / LPG |
| 2017 | Third generation | Pre-facelift | Petrol / LPG |
| 2016 | Second generation | Post-facelift | Petrol |
| 2015 | Second generation | Post-facelift | Petrol |
| 2014 | Second generation | Pre-facelift | Petrol |
| 2013 | Second generation | Pre-facelift | Petrol |
| 2012 | Second generation | Pre-facelift | Petrol |
| 2011 | Second generation | Pre-facelift | Petrol |
| 2010 | First generation | Post-facelift | Petrol / Diesel |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which generations of the Kia Picanto are covered?
the First generation (2003–present), pages for 2010; the Second generation (2011–present), pages for 2011–2016; the Third generation (2017–present), pages for 2017–2026.
What engines did the Kia Picanto First generation have?
Engines listed for the First generation include 1.0, 1.1, 1.1 three-cylinder diesel (Europe), 1.2 (some countries). Availability varied by year, trim and market.
What engines did the Kia Picanto Second generation have?
Engines listed for the Second generation include 1.0 three-cylinder, 1.0 turbocharged (Kappa II), 1.25 four-cylinder. Availability varied by year, trim and market.
What engines did the Kia Picanto Third generation have?
Engines listed for the Third generation include 1.0 Kappa II MPI, 1.0 Kappa II T-GDI (turbo), 1.2 Kappa II MPI, 1.0 Smartstream G1.0 MPI, 1.0 Smartstream G1.0 T-GDI, 1.2 Smartstream G1.2 MPI. Availability varied by year, trim and market.
When was the Kia Picanto facelifted?
the First generation received its mid-life facelift in 2007; the Second generation received its mid-life facelift in 2015; the Third generation received its mid-life facelift in 2020.
How safe is the Kia Picanto?
European-market cars are tested by Euro NCAP rather than NHTSA. Look the Kia Picanto up at euroncap.com/en/results for the star rating and test year of each generation; ratings from different years use different criteria.
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