Kia Picanto 1.2 GT-Line
Hatchback · Gasoline · FWD
vs
Ford Fiesta 1.5 TDCi
Hatchback · Diesel · FWD
Kia Picanto 1.2 GT-Line
Car A
Kia Picanto 1.2 GT-Line
City-focused and efficient, the Kia Picanto 1.2 GT-Line offers good value in its segment with lively around-town performance. Its modest power and 255 L boot make it better for daily errands than cargo-heavy or high-speed use.
5 seatsHatchbackGasoline4-star safety
Ford Fiesta 1.5 TDCi
Car B
Ford Fiesta 1.5 TDCi
The Ford Fiesta 1.5 TDCi is a city-focused compact that delivers standout efficiency with adequate everyday performance. It suits value-focused drivers who want five seats and usable cargo space without moving up a size.
5 seatsHatchbackDiesel5-star safety3.5 L/100km95 hp
Why compared better on fuelcomparison picksame body typesame seatsstep-up price

Usage fit

Family 52 / 61
City 76 / 78
Budget / value 74 / 75
Road trip 20 / 27
Performance 27 / 31
Cargo 14 / 16
Practical 50 / 53
Premium 10 / 14
Winter 16 / 20

Scores out of 100. Blue = Kia Picanto 1.2 GT-Line · Orange = Ford Fiesta 1.5 TDCi

Specs side-by-side

Spec Kia Picanto 1.2 GT-Line Ford Fiesta 1.5 TDCi
Values are representative — confirm for your market and trim.

Pros & cons

Kia Picanto 1.2 GT-Line

  • Efficient for its class at 5 L/100 km, keeping fuel use low
  • Good value in its segment with a price around 17,000
  • Nippy 0–100 km/h in 9.8 s for confident urban merges
  • Five seats and a 255 L boot cover everyday errands and occasional extra passengers

Ford Fiesta 1.5 TDCi

  • Exceptional fuel economy (3.5 combined) keeps running costs low
  • Good value in its segment at around the 20000 price point
  • Well-suited to city driving with predictable FWD traction
  • Practical for a small family: 5 seats and a 292 L trunk

Verdict

Pick Kia Picanto 1.2 GT-Line if…
Lower entry price
Kia Picanto 1.2 GT-Line starts lower, making it the stronger value pick if budget is a priority.
Pick Ford Fiesta 1.5 TDCi if…
More power
Ford Fiesta 1.5 TDCi puts out 95 hp vs 84 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

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