KIA PICANTO TITANIUM EDITION (2019)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 705 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
92%
Total Tests (2024)
705
Avg Mileage
23,389 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,400
Is the 2019 KIA PICANTO TITANIUM EDITION reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 10 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the KIA brand average of 86%.
At 5 years old, 92% of KIA PICANTO TITANIUM EDITIONs from 2019 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 705 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 23,389 miles.
How does the 2019 KIA PICANTO TITANIUM EDITION compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2019 KIA PICANTO TITANIUM EDITION has 23,389 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 37,000 miles for a 5-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.
Best year to buy a KIA PICANTO TITANIUM EDITION?
The most reliable year is the 2020 model with a 95% MOT pass rate, while the 2019 model has the lowest at 92%. Consider a different year if reliability is a priority.
How much does a 2019 KIA PICANTO TITANIUM EDITION 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 TITANIUM EDITION by Year
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About the 2019 KIA PICANTO TITANIUM EDITION
The 2019 KIA PICANTO TITANIUM EDITION is a city car with a 998cc petrol engine. 705 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. Among all cars from 2019, the average MOT pass rate is 90%, and this model beats that benchmark.
With an average of 23,389 miles at 5 years old, KIA PICANTO TITANIUM EDITION owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.
2019 KIA PICANTO TITANIUM EDITION 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 2019 KIA PICANTO TITANIUM EDITION?
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 92% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
Buying a Used 2019 KIA PICANTO TITANIUM EDITION
At 5 years old, the KIA PICANTO TITANIUM EDITION offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost.
Alternatives to the 2019 KIA PICANTO TITANIUM EDITION
The KIA PICANTO TITANIUM EDITION is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol city cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- FORD FIESTA (2018) 90% pass rate (-2%) from 157,746 tests
- NISSAN QASHQAI (2017) 86% pass rate (-6%) from 100,176 tests
- VAUXHALL CORSA (2017) 82% pass rate (-10%) from 90,285 tests
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF (2019) 92% pass rate (same) from 89,653 tests