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Free Kia Picanto VIN Decoder

Decode your Kia Picanto VIN number free for full specifications, engine, power, transmission and body, plus recalls and safety ratings. Covers 9 variants (2004–2011). No registration.

2004–2011 9 variants Hatchback PetrolDiesel
Kia Picanto
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Kia Picanto specs by variant

Engine, power, transmission and emissions for each Picanto variant in our database.

VariantYearsFuelEnginePowerGearboxDriveCO₂
1.0L T-GDi 5MT FWD (101 HP) 2021 Petrol 1.0 L 100 bhp MANUAL 5sp FWD —
1.2L 5AT FWD (84 HP) 2021 Petrol 1.2 L 83 bhp AUTOMATIC 5sp FWD —
1.2L 5MT FWD (84 HP) 2021 Petrol 1.2 L 83 bhp MANUAL 5sp FWD —
1.0L 5AT FWD (67 HP) 2021 Petrol 1.0 L 66 bhp AUTOMATIC 5sp FWD —
1.0L 5MT FWD (67 HP) 2021 Petrol 1.0 L 66 bhp MANUAL 5sp FWD —
1.1L CRDi 5MT FWD (75 HP) 2007–2011 Diesel 1.1 L 74 bhp MANUAL 5sp FWD —
1.1L 16V 5MT FWD (65 HP) 2007–2011 Petrol 1.1 L 64 bhp MANUAL 5sp FWD —
1.0L 16V 5MT FWD (63 HP) 2007–2011 Petrol 1.0 L 62 bhp MANUAL 5sp FWD —
1.0L 16V 5MT FWD (61 HP) 2004–2007 Petrol 1.0 L 60 bhp MANUAL 5sp FWD —

Specifications are indicative, from open data (cardata.wiki). Decode your VIN above to confirm the exact build.

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Other Picanto generations and versions

The same nameplate across body styles and chassis generations.

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Kia Picanto VIN FAQ

What does a Kia Picanto VIN tell you?+
A Kia Picanto VIN decodes to the exact variant, engine, transmission, body type, model year and factory options. Our free decoder also checks recalls and available safety ratings.
Where is the VIN on a Kia Picanto?+
Look at the base of the windscreen on the driver's side, on the driver's door-jamb sticker, and on the vehicle registration document (V5C / title).
What years was the Kia Picanto made?+
Our database covers the Kia Picanto for model years 2004–2011, across 9 variants.
Is the Kia Picanto VIN check free?+
Yes, decoding specifications, recalls and safety ratings is completely free and needs no registration. A paid full-history report (mileage, theft, accidents) is optional.

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