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Kia Picanto vs Toyota Yaris Cross comparison

Compare performance (68 HP vs 130 HP), boot space and price (15,300 £ vs 23,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Picanto or Toyota Yaris Cross?

Kia Picanto vs Toyota Yaris Cross: Key differences

Kia Picanto

4.7 (5 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • very slightly lighter
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Toyota Yaris Cross

4.3 (14 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • noticeably 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 substantially cheaper – starting at 15,300 £ , while the Toyota Yaris Cross costs 23,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,391 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota Yaris Cross uses 4.5 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Kia Picanto with 5.5 L/100km. The difference is about 1 L/100km.

Yaris Cross

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 Yaris Cross offers clearly more power – delivering 130 HP compared to 68 HP. That’s roughly 62 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Yaris Cross is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 10.7 s, while the Kia Picanto takes 14.6 s. That’s about 3.9 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 very slightly lighter – 1,124 kg compared to 1,180 kg. The difference is around 56 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota Yaris Cross carries visibly more – 510 kg compared to 332 kg. That’s a difference of about 178 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota Yaris Cross is far ahead 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.

from £23,700
Yaris Cross

Toyota Yaris Cross

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 130 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.5 - 4.8 L/100km
Kia Picanto
Toyota Yaris Cross

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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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Toyota Yaris Cross

The Toyota Yaris Cross takes the jaunty personality of the Yaris and gives it a taller stance and a bit more practicality, so you get city-friendly agility with added SUV presence. It’s easy to live with, economical on the daily grind, and smartly packaged — a sensible pick for buyers who want fuss-free transport with a touch of character.

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Kia Picanto
Toyota Yaris Cross

Costs and Consumption

Price
15,300 - 19,300 £
Price
23,700 - 34,300 £
Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 4.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
126 - 134 g/km
co2
101 - 108 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,124 - 1,131 kg
Curb weight
1,180 - 1,290 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
320 - 397 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,595 mm
Width
1,765 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
253 - 332 kg
Payload
485 - 510 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, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
68 HP
Power HP
116 - 130 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
14.6 - 17.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.7 - 11.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
96 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
50 kW
Power kW
85 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,490 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Kia
Brand
Toyota
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