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Kia Picanto vs VW Touareg comparison
Compare performance (68 HP vs 462 HP), boot space and price (15,100 £ vs 64,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Picanto or VW Touareg?
Kia Picanto vs VW Touareg: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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 clearly cheaper – starting at 15,100 £ , while the VW Touareg costs 64,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 49,230 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Touareg uses 5.2 L/100km and is barely more efficient than the Kia Picanto with 5.5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.
Touareg
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 VW Touareg offers substantially more power – delivering 462 HP compared to 68 HP. That’s roughly 394 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Touareg is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 5.1 s, while the Kia Picanto takes 14.6 s. That’s about 9.5 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Touareg delivers considerably more torque with 700 Nm compared to 96 Nm. That’s about 604 Nm more.
Picanto
Space and Everyday Use:
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Kia Picanto is substantially lighter – 1,124 kg compared to 2,059 kg. The difference is around 935 kg.
Looking at boot space, the VW Touareg offers substantially more boot space – 810 L compared to 255 L. That’s a difference of about 555 L.
When it comes to payload, the VW Touareg carries clearly more – 751 kg compared to 332 kg. That’s a difference of about 419 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The VW Touareg 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.
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VW Touareg
Kia Picanto
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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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VW Touareg
Volkswagen Touareg wraps a grown-up presence in a classy, well-appointed cabin that feels more like a premium saloon than an SUV. It glides with quiet composure, devours long journeys and tucks away clever tech that makes life easier whether you’re stuck in town or nipping off the beaten track.
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Kia Picanto
VW Touareg
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
15,100 - 19,500 £
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Price
64,300 - 88,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 5.9 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 10.5 L/100km
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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
47 - 49 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
126 - 134 g/km
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co2
119 - 239 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
4 - 5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,124 - 1,131 kg
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Curb weight
2,059 - 2,470 kg
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Trunk capacity
255 L
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Trunk capacity
665 - 810 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,595 mm
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Width
1,984 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
253 - 332 kg
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Payload
550 - 751 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
68 HP
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Power HP
231 - 462 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
14.6 - 17.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.1 - 7.7 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
96 Nm
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Torque
450 - 700 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Number of Cylinders
6
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Power kW
50 kW
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Power kW
170 - 340 kW
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Engine capacity
998 cm3
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Engine capacity
2,967 - 2,995 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
VW
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