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Kia Picanto vs ZEEKR 001 comparison

Compare performance (68 HP vs 544 HP), boot space and price (15,100 £ vs 51,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Picanto or ZEEKR 001?

Kia Picanto vs ZEEKR 001: Key differences

Kia Picanto

4.4 (4 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • substantially lighter
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ZEEKR 001

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Picanto

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Kia Picanto is significantly cheaper – starting at 15,100 £ , while the ZEEKR 001 costs 51,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 36,343 £.

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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 ZEEKR 001 offers clearly more power – delivering 544 HP compared to 68 HP. That’s roughly 476 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the ZEEKR 001 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Kia Picanto takes 14.6 s. That’s about 10.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the ZEEKR 001 delivers clearly more torque with 686 Nm compared to 96 Nm. That’s about 590 Nm more.

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 substantially lighter – 1,124 kg compared to 2,200 kg. The difference is around 1,076 kg.

Looking at boot space, the ZEEKR 001 offers substantially more boot space – 539 L compared to 255 L. That’s a difference of about 284 L.

When it comes to payload, the ZEEKR 001 carries noticeably more – 520 kg compared to 332 kg. That’s a difference of about 188 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The ZEEKR 001 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.

from £51,400
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ZEEKR 001

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 272 - 544 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.2 - 18.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 585 - 620 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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ZEEKR 001

The Zeekr 001 feels like a grown-up fastback from the future, blending sleek Scandinavian minimalism with surprising road presence that turns heads without shouting. Inside it's a premium, gadget-filled cocoon that makes electric driving effortless and enjoyable — a polished alternative for buyers who want something refreshingly different.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
15,100 - 19,500 £
Price
51,400 - 62,600 £
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
18.2 - 18.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
585 - 620 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
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Estate
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,124 - 1,131 kg
Curb weight
2,200 - 2,350 kg
Trunk capacity
255 L
Trunk capacity
539 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,595 mm
Width
2,005 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
253 - 332 kg
Payload
505 - 520 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
68 HP
Power HP
272 - 544 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
14.6 - 17.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
96 Nm
Torque
343 - 686 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
50 kW
Power kW
200 - 400 kW
Engine capacity
998 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Kia
Brand
ZEEKR
What drivetrain options does the Kia Picanto have?

The Kia Picanto is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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