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Kia Picanto vs Suzuki Swace comparison

Compare performance (68 HP vs 140 HP), boot space and price (15,100 £ vs 31,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Picanto or Suzuki Swace?

Kia Picanto vs Suzuki Swace: Key differences

Kia Picanto

4.4 (4 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • noticeably lighter
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Suzuki Swace

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • visibly more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably more trunk space
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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:

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

Kia Picanto is considerably cheaper – starting at 15,100 £ , while the Suzuki Swace costs 31,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,800 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Suzuki Swace uses 4.5 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the Kia Picanto with 5.5 L/100km. The difference is about 1 L/100km.

Swace

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 Suzuki Swace offers significantly more power – delivering 140 HP compared to 68 HP. That’s roughly 72 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Suzuki Swace is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 9.4 s, while the Kia Picanto takes 14.6 s. That’s about 5.2 s quicker.

Picanto

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Kia Picanto is noticeably lighter – 1,124 kg compared to 1,475 kg. The difference is around 351 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Suzuki Swace offers considerably more boot space – 596 L compared to 255 L. That’s a difference of about 341 L.

When it comes to payload, the Suzuki Swace carries marginally more – 360 kg compared to 332 kg. That’s a difference of about 28 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Suzuki Swace stands well ahead of its rival 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.

£31,877
Swace

Suzuki Swace

  • Engine Type Full Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 140 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.5 L/100km
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Kia Picanto

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Sjors
16 Apr 2026, 11:06:18

I have the Swace — it drives much more frugally than you state: 1:23. A downside as you get older is that getting in, and especially getting out, becomes harder because of the low seating position. The advantage of the low seat is better fuel economy. 16‑inch wheels are also likely to be more economical than larger ones. Rear legroom is poor. It would be nice if the rear bench were on rails like the Renault Twingo. Shrinking the boot would give more rear legroom. The 2014 Toyota Prius was the last to offer lots of rear legroom — after that it’s been rubbish.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
15,100 - 19,500 £
Price
31,900 £
Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
126 - 134 g/km
co2
102 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
43 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Estate
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,124 - 1,131 kg
Curb weight
1,475 kg
Trunk capacity
255 L
Trunk capacity
596 L
Length
-
Length
4,655 mm
Width
1,595 mm
Width
1,790 mm
Height
-
Height
1,460 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,606 L
Payload
253 - 332 kg
Payload
360 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
68 HP
Power HP
140 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
14.6 - 17.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.4 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
96 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
50 kW
Power kW
103 kW
Engine capacity
998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,798 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Kia
Brand
Suzuki
What drivetrain options does the Kia Picanto have?

The Kia Picanto is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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