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KIA PICANTO GT-LINE ISG (2020)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 98 real MOT tests in 2024.

MOT Pass Rate

90%

Total Tests (2024)

98

Avg Mileage

22,920 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,400

Is the 2020 KIA PICANTO GT-LINE ISG reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 8 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the KIA brand average of 86%.

At 4 years old, 90% of KIA PICANTO GT-LINE ISGs from 2020 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 98 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 22,920 miles.

How does the 2020 KIA PICANTO GT-LINE ISG compare?

Rank among all 2020 cars1887th out of 2,596(top 73%)
Rank among all KIA models251th out of 472(top 53%)
vs national average+8% (82% avg)
vs 2020 cars average-2% (92% avg)
vs KIA average+4% (86% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2020 KIA PICANTO GT-LINE ISG has 22,920 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 29,600 miles for a 4-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

Best year to buy a KIA PICANTO GT-LINE ISG?

The most reliable year is the 2021 model with a 93% MOT pass rate, while the 2020 model has the lowest at 90%. Consider a different year if reliability is a priority.

How much does a 2020 KIA PICANTO GT-LINE ISG cost to run?

Fuel (Petrol, 998cc)
£955
🏛️Road Tax
£190
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£200
Total per year£1,400
Per month£117/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

KIA PICANTO GT-LINE ISG by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202297%3418,853 mi
202193%84318,049 mi
202090%9822,920 mi

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About the 2020 KIA PICANTO GT-LINE ISG

The 2020 KIA PICANTO GT-LINE ISG is a city car with a 998cc petrol engine. 98 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. Among all cars from 2020, the average MOT pass rate is 92%, and this model falls short of that benchmark.

With an average of 22,920 miles at 4 years old, KIA PICANTO GT-LINE ISG owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2020 KIA PICANTO GT-LINE ISG Fuel Costs

The modest 998cc petrol engine keeps fuel costs low, which is a real advantage for a city car. Expect around 50 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £955 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2020 KIA PICANTO GT-LINE ISG?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,400 117/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 90% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

Buying a Used 2020 KIA PICANTO GT-LINE ISG

At 4 years old, the KIA PICANTO GT-LINE ISG offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost. Note: with only 98 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.

Alternatives to the 2020 KIA PICANTO GT-LINE ISG

If reliability is your priority, there's one similar car with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines: