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Kia Picanto vs Renault Clio - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (68 HP vs 158 HP), boot space and price (15300 £ vs 16600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Picanto or Renault Clio?
Picanto
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Kia Picanto has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 15300 £ , while the Renault Clio costs 16600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1285 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Renault Clio manages with 4.10 L and is therefore distinct more efficient than the Kia Picanto with 5.60 L. The difference is about 1.50 L per 100 km.
Clio
Engine and Performance:
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the Renault Clio has a decisively edge – offering 158 HP compared to 68 HP. That’s roughly 90 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault Clio is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.30 s, while the Kia Picanto takes 14.60 s. That’s about 6.30 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Renault Clio performs barely noticeable better – reaching 180 km/h, while the Kia Picanto tops out at 162 km/h. The difference is around 18 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Renault Clio pulls decisively stronger with 205 Nm compared to 96 Nm. That’s about 109 Nm difference.
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Picanto
Space and Everyday Use:
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
Both models weigh roughly the same – around 1124 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Renault Clio offers clearly perceptible more room – 391 L compared to 255 L. That’s a difference of about 136 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Renault Clio performs slightly better – up to 1176 L, which is about 166 L more than the Kia Picanto.
When it comes to payload, Renault Clio evident takes the win – 463 kg compared to 332 kg. That’s a difference of about 131 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Renault Clio 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.
Kia Picanto
Renault Clio
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from about £16,600
Renault Clio
Kia Picanto
5 (1 Reviews)
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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Renault Clio
The Clio punches above its weight with chic French styling and a surprisingly grown-up cabin that makes city driving feel effortlessly stylish. It's an easy-to-live-with choice that keeps ownership simple and even manages to put a grin on your face when the traffic gets dull.
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Kia Picanto
Renault Clio
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
15300 - 19300 £
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Price
16600 - 23700 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 5.9 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.1 - 5.3 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
0.60 kWh
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co2
127 - 135 g/km
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co2
92 - 121 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
35 L
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Fuel tank capacity
39 - 42 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
4 - 5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1124 - 1131 kg
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Curb weight
1124 - 1331 kg
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Trunk capacity
255 L
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Trunk capacity
301 - 391 L
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Length
3605 mm
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Length
4053 - 4116 mm
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Width
1595 mm
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Width
1768 - 1798 mm
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Height
1485 mm
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Height
1440 - 1451 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1010 L
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Max trunk capacity
979 - 1176 L
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Payload
253 - 332 kg
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Payload
398 - 463 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
68 HP
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Power HP
67 - 158 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
14.6 - 17.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 17.1 s
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Max Speed
160 - 162 km/h
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Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
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Torque
96 Nm
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Torque
95 - 205 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
50 kW
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Power kW
49 - 116 kW
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Engine capacity
998 cm3
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Engine capacity
999 - 1789 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2023 - 2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
Renault
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What drive types are available for the Kia Picanto?
Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.
The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.