Kia Picanto buying guide NZ
The Kia Picanto is a compact and economical city car that is easy to park, simple to drive, and well suited to commuters and first-car buyers. Years covered: 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019. Price guide (sample 2019): about $8,000 – $11,000 as of 2026-09. Known issues to check: Rust still; 4-speed auto calibration; 4-star ANCAP, not 5. Pre-purchase checklist includes: Request as much service history as possible - regular servicing matters more than promises from the seller; Test the automatic cold from startup — any shudder, hesitation or warning lights on first takeoff should be investigated further.
CarPow (Embeth Limited, FSP655251). Rates 9.5%–29.95% p.a. subject to lender assessment.