Kia Picanto generations

What does the ideal car look like for most Israelis? Small but agile, with decent equipment and a pleasant interior, fuel-efficient engines, and a reasonable price/quality ratio. All of these are found in the Kia Picanto. This practical and affordable Korean hatchback has long held the title of the best-selling car in Israel, consistently ranking in the top 10 most popular models in our market. And there are plenty of reasons for this.

In addition to the Kia Picanto being one of the most affordable cars in Israel, this "spicy little one" lives up to its name, which means "sharp to taste, intriguing." The advantages of the Kia Picanto are undeniable: it's easy to park, cheap to buy, and inexpensive to maintain.

South Korean company Kia began producing the Picanto in 2003. The second generation was launched in 2011, the third in 2017, and the car underwent a facelift in 2020. The latest incarnation of the model did away with the unpopular 3-door body, and the design became bolder, with a hint of aggression, yet with the same signature "tiger nose" as its calmer third-generation predecessor.

The compact practical car has a friendly appearance, an interior that's quite spacious for its class, modern multimedia with voice control, and decent basic equipment with numerous electronic driver aids. The engines are small, optimized for efficiency.

After the 2023 update, the Kia Picanto became a modern technological gadget. The new style, introduced to the Kia Picanto in 2023, is called "The Convergence of Opposites." A trendy LED strip now connects the headlights, and the rear lights also have a strip from the right to the left edge. However, the dimensions of the car did not increase, with the compact model still measuring 3595 mm in length, 1595 mm in width, and 1495 mm in height.

Thanks to its compact size, driving the Kia Picanto allows for easy maneuvering on narrow streets and tight parking spots in Israel's large cities. Modern safety systems make buying the Kia Picanto a rational choice for family trips. Responsive yet fuel-efficient engines allow for smooth highway or city driving while saving on fuel.

Israeli car enthusiasts highlight the functionality and convenience of using the Kia Picanto. Many appreciate the comfortable ergonomic seats, good sound quality of the built-in audio system, heated steering wheel, trunk opening function on the key, and excellent build quality, ensuring the car's long service life.

The Kia Picanto is one of the best city cars, one of the most affordable in our market, and the best-selling car in Israel. Trendy and stylish, it meets all the requirements of modern, young, and active Israeli drivers.

Remember that buying a car is not just a matter of reason but also of the heart. The Kia Picanto can undoubtedly win both.