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Jaguar E-Pace vs Kia Picanto comparison

Compare performance (269 HP vs 68 HP), boot space and price (32,400 £ vs 15,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Jaguar E-Pace or Kia Picanto?

Jaguar E-Pace vs Kia Picanto: Key differences

Jaguar E-Pace

  • substantially more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably more trunk space
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Kia Picanto

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  • significantly cheaper
  • significantly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

E-Pace

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Kia Picanto is significantly cheaper – starting at 15,100 £ , while the Jaguar E-Pace costs 32,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,323 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Jaguar E-Pace uses 1.4 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Kia Picanto with 5.5 L/100km. The difference is about 4.1 L/100km.

Picanto

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Jaguar E-Pace offers substantially more power – delivering 269 HP compared to 68 HP. That’s roughly 201 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Jaguar E-Pace is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 7.3 s, while the Kia Picanto takes 14.6 s. That’s about 7.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Jaguar E-Pace delivers clearly more torque with 540 Nm compared to 96 Nm. That’s about 444 Nm more.

E-Pace

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Kia Picanto is significantly lighter – 1,124 kg compared to 1,783 kg. The difference is around 659 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Jaguar E-Pace offers considerably more boot space – 494 L compared to 255 L. That’s a difference of about 239 L.

When it comes to payload, the Jaguar E-Pace carries significantly more – 554 kg compared to 332 kg. That’s a difference of about 222 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Jaguar E-Pace is clearly superior overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £32,400
E-Pace

Jaguar E-Pace

  • Engine Type Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 160 - 269 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.4 - 8.2 L/100km
  • Electric Range 69 km
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Jaguar E-Pace

The Jaguar E-Pace brings compact SUV practicality together with taut, sporty design and unmistakable British charm, helping it stand out in a crowded class. Inside, the cabin feels premium and the driving manners are engaging enough to keep a grin on your face, making it a tempting choice for buyers who want Jaguar style without the bulk.

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Kia Picanto

Kia Picanto is a cheeky city hatch that squeezes surprising style, practicality and a smile-inducing drive into a pocket-friendly package. It’s ideal for urban buyers who want fuss-free running, effortless parking and a car that punches above its class without pretending to be anything it’s not.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
32,400 - 56,100 £
Price
15,100 - 19,500 £
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
69 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
11.5 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
33 - 185 g/km
co2
126 - 134 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
56 - 67 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,783 - 2,173 kg
Curb weight
1,124 - 1,131 kg
Trunk capacity
494 L
Trunk capacity
255 L
Length
4,395 mm
Length
-
Width
1,984 mm
Width
1,595 mm
Height
1,648 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,170 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
497 - 554 kg
Payload
253 - 332 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
160 - 269 HP
Power HP
68 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.3 - 10.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
14.6 - 17.2 s
Max Speed
190 - 211 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
260 - 540 Nm
Torque
96 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
118 - 198 kW
Power kW
50 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
998 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
Jaguar
Brand
Kia
What drive types are available for the Jaguar E-Pace?

The Jaguar E-Pace is available as All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.

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