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Kia continues its drive to enhance customer experience and simplify choice with the introduction of a streamlined three-tier grade structure for two of its most popular internal combustion engine (ICE) models, the Picanto and XCeed. Mirroring the successful format already adopted by the latest Sportage and Kia’s electric vehicles, this new approach replaces the previous […]

Kia’s momentum in the automotive sector shows no signs of slowing, with the brand clinching two major accolades at the prestigious 2025 Auto Express New Car Awards. The all-electric Kia EV3 has been crowned Small Company Car of the Year, while the ever-popular Kia Picanto has secured the title of City Car of the Year […]

Bentley Motors, synonymous with British luxury and craftsmanship, has partnered with London-based fashion and lifestyle brand PICANTE to release an exclusive capsule collection, The Open Road. This collaboration combines Bentley’s deep-rooted heritage with PICANTE’s contemporary design ethos, resulting in a line of seven meticulously crafted pieces that evoke the thrill of spontaneous journeys and the […]

In 2024, Kia Picanto celebrates a significant milestone—its 20th anniversary. As Kia’s third oldest model still in production in the UK, following the Sportage and Sorento, the Picanto’s journey has been nothing short of impressive. This year, Kia reaffirms its commitment to the A-segment with a major update to the Picanto, ensuring it remains a […]

Kia has announced the launch details for its updated Picanto model in the UK, starting at a competitive price of £15,595. The simplified four-tier lineup—‘2’, ‘GT-Line’, ‘3’, and ‘GT-Line S’—is designed to cater to a variety of preferences and budgets. Customers can choose between two efficient petrol engines and several transmission options, underscoring Kia’s commitment […]

Kia South Africa is proud to unveil the new 2024 Picanto, showcasing a bold exterior design and an array of fresh color options, reinforcing its competitive edge in the A-segment market. Launched initially in 2004, the Picanto has sold over 100,000 units, thanks to its outstanding reliability and appeal as a city car. This latest […]

The Kia Picanto, which celebrated its 19th birthday in May 2023, has surpassed a significant milestone, reaching a quarter of a million cumulative sales in the UK. The Picanto, Kia’s current A-segment contender, has been a consistent class favourite in the UK and is the lowest priced brand-new car on sale, starting at £13,665. For […]

The Kia Picanto, Kia’s modern compact hatchback, has been enhanced with a new eye-catching design and with advanced technologies as seen on other models in the brand’s wider model line-up. “From urban commuters and working professionals, to young adults buying their first car, part of the Kia Picanto’s enduring success is its mass appeal,” says […]

Top SA celebs cycle out healthy smoothies for charity in the 2015 Sasfin Cyclethon in aid of HospiceWits and Smile Foundation KIA shows its support through Picanto vehicle prize sponsorship A total of 26 South African celebs are springing into action for a good cause this spring, and putting pedal to the metal at the […]

77,525 sales in 2014 sets new record Retail sales up by more than 10 per cent Sportage, cee’d, Picanto and Rio continue to climb Kia ended 2014 in the UK new car market with yet another record performance – delivering 77,525 cars to customers during the year.