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Kia Picanto vs Toyota Proace Max – Which model is better for everyday use?

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

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Kia Picanto has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 15300 £, while the Toyota Proace Max costs 35500 £. That’s a price difference of around 20247 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Kia Picanto manages with 5.60 L and is therefore evident more efficient than the Toyota Proace Max with 7.30 L. The difference is about 1.70 L per 100 km.

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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 Toyota Proace Max has a decisively edge – offering 279 HP compared to 68 HP. That’s roughly 211 HP more horsepower.

In terms of top speed, the Kia Picanto performs barely noticeable better – reaching 162 km/h, while the Toyota Proace Max tops out at 161 km/h. The difference is around 1 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Toyota Proace Max pulls clearly stronger with 450 Nm compared to 96 Nm. That’s about 354 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Kia Picanto offers clearly perceptible more seating capacity – 5 vs 3.

In curb weight, Kia Picanto is clearly lighter – 1124 kg compared to 2075 kg. The difference is around 951 kg.

In maximum load capacity, the Toyota Proace Max performs convincingly better – up to 17000 L, which is about 15990 L more than the Kia Picanto.

When it comes to payload, Toyota Proace Max decisively takes the win – 1460 kg compared to 332 kg. That’s a difference of about 1128 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Toyota Proace Max proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Toyota Proace Max is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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Toyota Proace Max

  • Engine Type : Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 120 - 279 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 7.3 - 8.6 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 26.20 kWh
  • Electric Range : 424 km
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Kia Picanto

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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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Toyota Proace Max

The Toyota Proace Max is a versatile vehicle that seamlessly combines functionality with style. Its spacious interior is designed to accommodate both passengers and cargo comfortably, making it an ideal choice for families and businesses alike. With a sleek exterior and a range of advanced features, the Proace Max stands out in its class, offering a reliable and efficient driving experience.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
15300 - 19300 £
Price
35500 - 61000 £
Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 5.9 L
Consumption L/100km
7.3 - 8.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
26.20 kWh
Electric Range
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Electric Range
424 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
127 - 135 g/km
co2
0 - 227 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
35 L
Fuel tank capacity
90 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
3
Doors
5
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
1124 - 1131 kg
Curb weight
2075 - 2790 kg
Trunk capacity
255 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
3605 mm
Length
5413 - 6363 mm
Width
1595 mm
Width
2050 mm
Height
1485 mm
Height
2254 - 2774 mm
Max trunk capacity
1010 L
Max trunk capacity
10000 - 17000 L
Payload
253 - 332 kg
Payload
710 - 1460 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
68 HP
Power HP
120 - 279 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
14.6 - 17.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
160 - 162 km/h
Max Speed
130 - 161 km/h
Torque
96 Nm
Torque
320 - 450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
50 kW
Power kW
88 - 205 kW
Engine capacity
998 cm3
Engine capacity
2184 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
Brand
Kia
Brand
Toyota

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What drive types are available for the Kia Picanto?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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