KIA PICANTO X-LINE S AUTO (2022)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 45 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
98%
Total Tests (2024)
45
Avg Mileage
12,474 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,400
Is the 2022 KIA PICANTO X-LINE S AUTO reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 16 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the KIA brand average of 86%.
At 2 years old, 98% of KIA PICANTO X-LINE S AUTOs from 2022 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 45 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 12,474 miles.
How does the 2022 KIA PICANTO X-LINE S AUTO compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2022 KIA PICANTO X-LINE S AUTO has 12,474 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 14,800 miles for a 2-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.
Best year to buy a KIA PICANTO X-LINE S AUTO?
The most reliable year is the 2020 model with a 93% MOT pass rate, while the 2021 model has the lowest at 92%. The 2022 sits between the two at 98%.
How much does a 2022 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 2022 KIA PICANTO X-LINE S AUTO
The 2022 KIA PICANTO X-LINE S AUTO is a city car with a 998cc petrol engine. 45 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It ranks in the top 22% of all 2022 cars for reliability.
With an average of 12,474 miles at 2 years old, KIA PICANTO X-LINE S AUTO owners drive about as much as the UK average.
2022 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 2022 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 98% 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.
Alternatives to the 2022 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:
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- NISSAN QASHQAI (2021) 94% pass rate (-4%) from 29,539 tests
- AUDI Q2 (2020) 94% pass rate (-4%) from 28,824 tests
- TOYOTA AYGO (2021) 95% pass rate (-3%) from 25,349 tests