KIA PICANTO GT-LINE ISG (2022)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 34 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
97%
Total Tests (2024)
34
Avg Mileage
18,853 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,400
Is the 2022 KIA PICANTO GT-LINE ISG reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 15 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the KIA brand average of 86%.
At 2 years old, 97% of KIA PICANTO GT-LINE ISGs from 2022 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 34 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 18,853 miles.
How does the 2022 KIA PICANTO GT-LINE ISG compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2022 KIA PICANTO GT-LINE ISG has 18,853 miles on the clock, which is above the expected 14,800 miles for a 2-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.
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%. The 2022 sits between the two at 97%.
How much does a 2022 KIA PICANTO GT-LINE ISG cost to run?
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
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About the 2022 KIA PICANTO GT-LINE ISG
The 2022 KIA PICANTO GT-LINE ISG is a city car with a 998cc petrol engine. 34 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. Among all cars from 2022, the average MOT pass rate is 94%, and this model beats that benchmark.
With an average of 18,853 miles at 2 years old, KIA PICANTO GT-LINE ISG owners cover more miles than the average driver.
2022 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 2022 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 97% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
Alternatives to the 2022 KIA PICANTO GT-LINE ISG
The KIA PICANTO GT-LINE ISG is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol city cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- FORD FIESTA (2020) 91% pass rate (-6%) from 34,173 tests
- NISSAN QASHQAI (2021) 94% pass rate (-3%) from 29,539 tests
- AUDI Q2 (2020) 94% pass rate (-3%) from 28,824 tests
- TOYOTA AYGO (2021) 95% pass rate (-2%) from 25,349 tests