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Kia Picanto vs Vauxhall Mokka – Which one offers the better deal?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Kia Picanto or Vauxhall Mokka fits your lifestyle better.

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

Picanto @ press.kia.com

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Kia Picanto has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 15300 £, while the Vauxhall Mokka costs 22900 £. That’s a price difference of around 7620 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Vauxhall Mokka manages with 4.90 L and is therefore a bit more efficient than the Kia Picanto with 5.60 L. The difference is about 0.70 L per 100 km.

Mokka @ media.stellantis.com

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Vauxhall Mokka has a convincingly edge – offering 281 HP compared to 68 HP. That’s roughly 213 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Vauxhall Mokka is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.90 s, while the Kia Picanto takes 14.60 s. That’s about 8.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Vauxhall Mokka performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 209 km/h, while the Kia Picanto tops out at 162 km/h. The difference is around 47 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Vauxhall Mokka pulls convincingly stronger with 345 Nm compared to 96 Nm. That’s about 249 Nm difference.

Picanto @ press.kia.com

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 curb weight, Kia Picanto is to a small extent lighter – 1124 kg compared to 1294 kg. The difference is around 170 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Vauxhall Mokka offers noticeable more room – 350 L compared to 255 L. That’s a difference of about 95 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Vauxhall Mokka performs barely noticeable better – up to 1105 L, which is about 95 L more than the Kia Picanto.

When it comes to payload, Vauxhall Mokka somewhat takes the win – 400 kg compared to 332 kg. That’s a difference of about 68 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Vauxhall Mokka proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Vauxhall Mokka is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £22,900
Mokka @ media.stellantis.com

Vauxhall Mokka

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Electric, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 130 - 281 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.9 - 6.1 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.4 - 18.5 kWh
  • Electric Range : 336 - 403 km
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Kia Picanto

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The Kia Picanto is a compact city car that combines practicality with a stylish design, making it an appealing option for urban drivers. Its cleverly designed interior maximises space, providing ample room for passengers and luggage despite its small footprint. With its efficient fuel consumption and easy manoeuvrability, the Picanto is well-suited for navigating through bustling city streets.

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Vauxhall Mokka

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Der Opel Mokka beeindruckt mit seinem markanten Design und einem Innenraum, der modernen Komfort mit intuitiver Technologie kombiniert. Das Fahrzeug bietet ein dynamisches Fahrerlebnis und eignet sich sowohl für die Stadt als auch für längere Fahrten. Mit seiner effizienten Motorisierung setzt der Mokka zudem auf zeitgemäße Nachhaltigkeit.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
15300 - 19300 £
Price
22900 - 40500 £
Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 5.9 L
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 6.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 18.5 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
336 - 403 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
51 kWh
co2
127 - 135 g/km
co2
0 - 138 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
35 L
Fuel tank capacity
44 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1124 - 1131 kg
Curb weight
1294 - 1672 kg
Trunk capacity
255 L
Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
Length
3605 mm
Length
4150 mm
Width
1595 mm
Width
1787 mm
Height
1485 mm
Height
1506 - 1535 mm
Max trunk capacity
1010 L
Max trunk capacity
1060 - 1105 L
Payload
253 - 332 kg
Payload
388 - 400 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
68 HP
Power HP
130 - 281 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
14.6 - 17.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 9 s
Max Speed
160 - 162 km/h
Max Speed
150 - 209 km/h
Torque
96 Nm
Torque
230 - 345 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
50 kW
Power kW
96 - 207 kW
Engine capacity
998 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, A, C, D
Brand
Kia
Brand
Vauxhall

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What drive types are available for the Kia Picanto?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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