KIA PICANTO X-LINE S AUTO (2020)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 165 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
93%
Total Tests (2024)
165
Avg Mileage
16,764 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,400
Is the 2020 KIA PICANTO X-LINE S AUTO reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 11 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the KIA brand average of 86%.
At 4 years old, 93% of KIA PICANTO X-LINE S AUTOs from 2020 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 165 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 16,764 miles.
How does the 2020 KIA PICANTO X-LINE S AUTO compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2020 KIA PICANTO X-LINE S AUTO has 16,764 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.
How much does a 2020 KIA PICANTO X-LINE S AUTO 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 X-LINE S AUTO by Year
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About the 2020 KIA PICANTO X-LINE S AUTO
The 2020 KIA PICANTO X-LINE S AUTO is a city car with a 998cc petrol engine. 165 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 beats that benchmark.
With an average of 16,764 miles at 4 years old, KIA PICANTO X-LINE S AUTO owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.
2020 KIA PICANTO X-LINE S AUTO 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 X-LINE S AUTO?
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 93% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
KIA PICANTO X-LINE S AUTO Reliability Trend
The KIA PICANTO X-LINE S AUTO has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 1 percentage points.
Buying a Used 2020 KIA PICANTO X-LINE S AUTO
At 4 years old, the KIA PICANTO X-LINE S AUTO 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 2020 KIA PICANTO X-LINE S AUTO
The KIA PICANTO X-LINE S AUTO 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 (-3%) from 157,746 tests
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF (2019) 92% pass rate (-1%) from 89,653 tests
- VAUXHALL CORSA (2018) 85% pass rate (-8%) from 86,266 tests
- NISSAN QASHQAI (2018) 87% pass rate (-6%) from 78,522 tests