Ford Fiesta Active
Hatchback · Gasoline · FWD
vs
Kia Picanto 1.2
Hatchback · Gasoline · FWD
Ford Fiesta Active
Car A
Ford Fiesta Active
A city-focused small car that balances efficiency and practicality at a sensible price. It feels lively enough for daily use and carries a positive safety signal, but cargo capacity and premium appeal are limited.
5 seatsHatchbackGasoline5-star safety125 hp
Kia Picanto 1.2
Car B
Kia Picanto 1.2
A city-focused model that prioritizes efficiency and value, the Kia Picanto 1.2 suits commuting and light family duties. It trades outright performance and cargo space for low running costs and simplicity.
5 seatsHatchbackGasoline4-star safety4.5 L/100km
Why compared same body typesame powertrainsame ranking profilesame seatsstrong ranking match

Usage fit

Family 60 / 53
City 75 / 78
Budget / value 72 / 76
Road trip 28 / 20
Performance 30 / 29
Cargo 16 / 14
Practical 50 / 51
Premium 15 / 10
Winter 20 / 16

Scores out of 100. Blue = Ford Fiesta Active · Orange = Kia Picanto 1.2

Specs side-by-side

Spec Ford Fiesta Active Kia Picanto 1.2
Values are representative — confirm for your market and trim.

Pros & cons

Ford Fiesta Active

  • Efficient for its class at 5.5 L/100 km, keeping running costs down
  • Lively everyday performance with 0–100 km/h in 9 s
  • Good value in its segment around 20000
  • Positive safety ranking signal adds peace of mind

Kia Picanto 1.2

  • Low purchase price (~15000) offers good value in its segment
  • Efficient for its class at 4.5 L/100 km, keeping fuel bills down
  • Five seats and a 255 L trunk cover everyday errands and school runs
  • Strong reliability signals fit daily commuting needs

Verdict

Pick Ford Fiesta Active if…
Efficiency & everyday ease
Ford Fiesta Active is the choice if fuel economy and city-friendly driving are your priority.
Pick Kia Picanto 1.2 if…
Performance & capability
Kia Picanto 1.2 is the choice if you want more power, speed, or all-weather capability.

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