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Kia Picanto vs Renault R5 comparison

Compare performance (68 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (15,300 £ vs 24,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Picanto or Renault R5?

Kia Picanto vs Renault R5: Key differences

Kia Picanto

4.7 (5 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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Renault R5

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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 is considerably cheaper – starting at 15,300 £ , while the Renault R5 costs 24,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,700 £.

R5

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 Renault R5 offers considerably more power – delivering 150 HP compared to 68 HP. That’s roughly 82 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault R5 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the Kia Picanto takes 14.6 s. That’s about 6.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Renault R5 delivers considerably more torque with 245 Nm compared to 96 Nm. That’s about 149 Nm more.

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.

In terms of curb weight, Kia Picanto is clearly lighter – 1,124 kg compared to 1,447 kg. The difference is around 323 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Renault R5 carries markedly more – 418 kg compared to 332 kg. That’s a difference of about 86 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Renault R5 holds a decisive overall lead 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.

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R5

Renault R5

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 122 - 150 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.8 - 15.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 307 - 405 km
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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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Reviews Kia Picanto

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Renault R5

The Renault 5 blends classic styling cues with contemporary design, giving it a playful and characterful presence on the road. It’s a city-focused hatchback that feels nimble and cleverly packaged, ideal for drivers who want personality and practicality.

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Reviews Renault R5

5 (1 Reviews)
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Walter
4 Nov 2025, 21:42:46

Practical, nimble, and fun to drive. For rather small drivers up to 1.75 m there's plenty of space even on the back seat. Useful driver-assist systems, and Android Auto works well. Very economical in summer. In winter a lot of energy is used in the first five minutes to bring the battery up to 20°C, which makes consumption on short winter trips very high.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
15,300 - 19,300 £
Price
24,000 - 26,900 £
Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 15.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
307 - 405 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
126 - 134 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,124 - 1,131 kg
Curb weight
1,447 - 1,524 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
326 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,595 mm
Width
1,744 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
253 - 332 kg
Payload
396 - 418 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
68 HP
Power HP
122 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
14.6 - 17.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
96 Nm
Torque
225 - 245 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
50 kW
Power kW
90 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
998 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Kia
Brand
Renault
What drivetrain options does the Kia Picanto have?

The Kia Picanto is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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