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Kia Picanto buying guide (Ireland, 2026)
What a used Kia Picanto costs in Ireland, how it does at the NCT, what goes wrong and what it costs to fix. Based on 236 for sale right now.
Our take on the Kia Picanto
A 2023 Kia Picanto typically advertises at €13,450 and a 2018 one at €9,950, so it loses roughly 6% of its value a year at that age, slower than most cars. Most for sale are petrols; diesels are rarer, at 0%. At the NCT, the 2010–2021 cars do better than other cars the same year. The 1.0 petrol is the most common engine (96% of those with a known engine), and it usually lasts around 320k km.
Check a Kia Picanto's priceNCT pass rate by year
Used Kia Picanto prices by year
Typical asking price by registration year, and typical mileage. Private sellers usually take 5–10% less than asking; expect dealers to be a little dearer.
| Year | Typical price | Typical mileage | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | €21,950 | 0k km | 20 |
| 2026 | €19,950 | 0k km | 52 |
| 2025 | €18,900 | 7k km | 14 |
| 2024 | €13,900 | 56k km | 32 |
| 2023 | €13,450 | 98k km | 44 |
| 2022 | €13,900 | 34k km | 12 |
| 2021 | €11,950 | 54k km | 7 |
| 2020 | €11,500 | 56k km | 9 |
| 2019 | €8,950 | 140k km | 9 |
| 2018 | €9,950 | 86k km | 11 |
| 2017 | €8,500 | 145k km | 8 |
| 2012 | €5,500 | 111k km | 6 |
Kia Picanto NCT pass rate
How often Kia Picantos pass their NCT first time, compared with other cars the same year (Road Safety Authority (RSA), NCT make & model data 2025, initial tests).
| Year | Pass first time | Other cars, same year | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 83% | 80% | |
| 2020 | 74% | 75% | |
| 2019 | 70% | 74% | |
| 2018 | 81% | 67% | |
| 2017 | 64% | 64% | |
| 2016 | 40% | 55% | |
| 2015 | 64% | 53% | |
| 2014 | 49% | 51% | |
| 2013 | 50% | 46% | |
| 2012 | 42% | 42% | |
| 2010 | 38% | 34% | |
| 2008 | 28% | 30% |
Most common reasons a 2021 Kia Picanto fails: wheel alignment (6% of tests, more than most cars), steering & suspension (5.6% of tests, more than most cars), lights & electrics (3.9% of tests), safety equipment (3% of tests).
Common Kia Picanto problems
Known weak spots to check before you buy, with typical Irish garage costs if the problem is there.
Automatic gearbox health · €300–€2,500
Make sure the gear changes are smooth when warm, check for a gearbox warning light and ask if the gearbox oil was ever changed.
Engines and how long they last
| Engine | Usually lasts | Motor tax / year | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.0 Petrol | ~320k km | ~€180 | 136 |
| 1.2 Petrol | ~320k km | ~€200 | 5 |
"Usually lasts" is the mileage these engines commonly reach before major work; service history matters more than the number.
Parts for the Kia Picanto
Parts from AUTODOC Ireland: pick your car on the parts page to get the right fit.
Brake discsBrake padsClutch kitsTiming chain kitsShock absorbersWheel bearingsTrack rod endsFiltersWiper bladesHeadlight bulbsSpark plugsIgnition coils
Quick bits on Amazon
Faster delivery for small things.
Wiper bladesBulbsBatteryOBD2 fault code readerJump starter
Before you buy a used Kia Picanto
Run a history check on the reg (write-off, finance owing, mileage), ask when the last service was done and for receipts, and start it from cold yourself. The used car checklist takes you through a viewing step by step.
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