Equipment

High-specification arrives in the A-Segment

For a small car, the Picanto provides a great deal of comfort and practicality. The car also incorporates a range of technologies - some visible, some beneath the skin - to ensure the maximum in driving pleasure. Kia has a proud reputation for packing a lot of car into a value price range, and the Picanto takes that reputation a stage further.

The Picanto´s impressive interior space and amazing fuel economy are aided significantly by the inclusion of a Tyre Mobility Kit (TMK) that obviates the need for a spare wheel and saves around 9 kg in weight.

The TMK, developed by Continental, consists of a small compressor and a liquid sealant. In the event of a puncture, the sealant is injected into the tyre through the valve. The tyre can then be inflated again, using the compressor, and the car driven as normal. The rotation of the wheel distributes the sealant, which congregates naturally at the puncture point. After about 10 minutes of driving the air pressure should be checked and topped up as necessary. Running on the ´temporarily repaired´ tyre, the car can be driven for up to 200 km at speeds up to 80 kph before having the tyre professionally repaired or replaced.

TMK allows a driver to repair a flat in less than 10 minutes - without jacking up the car, or removing a wheel - compared to about 30 minutes to replace a wheel. This means the driver spends less time in the potential danger zone at the side of the road. The TMK system can be used effectively at temperatures ranging from -30°C to +70°C and under most weather conditions, adding to both the safety and versatility of the Picanto.

Cool air and cool sounds

The Picanto offers customers a choice of a manual temperature control system or optional air conditioning unit. On both systems, large easy to operate rotary dials govern temperature, airflow, and fan-speed. The air-conditioning is activated with a simple soft-touch button below the dials and controlled with a sliding switch. A germ-proof filter, that blocks dust and pollen as well as filtering out microbes and unpleasant smells, complements this system.

The choice of head-unit for the Picanto´s audio system varies to best suit customers´ regional preferences. Sound is broadcast through two, four or six speakers, with a speaker mounted in both the front and rear doors and a tweeter mounted in each of the A-pillars. Every Picanto features a radio antenna mounted on the leading edge of the roof. Each audio system is tuned with respect to every aspect of the vehicle´s interior to ensure the very best acoustic performance.

Powered for comfort and convenience

The Picanto includes a full range of electrical refinements as standard with additional optional features for maximum ease of use.

Most models feature powered windows (with an auto-down feature on the driver´s window), powered outside mirrors (adjusted using a switch on the driver´s door armrest), and remote powered central locking (for all four doors and the tailgate).

Electrical systems are protected by a battery saver that automatically turns off the headlamps and any other active electrical systems when the engine is switched off, preventing the battery from running down when the car is unattended and ensuring that it will start first time, every time.

Editors´ note
Please note that technical and equipment specifications and options availability for the Picanto LX and EX models, may vary country by country. Please check with your local Kia Distributor for final details and prices.

Editors´ note
Please note that technical and equipment specifications and options availability for the Picanto LX and EX models, may vary country by country. Please check with your local Kia Distributor for final details and prices.