The 2019 Kia Picanto 1.0 66bhp is a smart choice for those seeking an affordable, city-friendly hatchback with low running costs and surprising practicality. Under the bonnet is a 1.0-litre 3-cylinder petrol engine producing 66bhp. While not powerful, it’s perfectly suited for urban driving. The Picanto is nimble around town, with light steering and a tight turning circle, making parking and navigating narrow streets a breeze. However, on faster roads or motorways, it can feel underpowered, particularly with more than two passengers or luggage onboard. The 5-door layout adds excellent usability for a car in this class. Rear seat access is easy, and while space isn’t generous, it’s sufficient for short trips with adults or children. Boot space is a strong point, with 255 litres available — impressive for a city car, and it expands to over 1,000 litres with the rear seats folded. You’ll get essentials like front electric windows, USB connectivity, a basic radio, and automatic headlights. There's no touchscreen or alloy wheels — this trim is about function over frills. But the build quality is solid, and the interior layout is intuitive and user-friendly. Running costs are low: the car returns over 55 mpg (official figures) and falls into a low insurance group, making it ideal for new or budget-conscious drivers. Kia’s 7-year/100,000-mile warranty is also a huge plus, offering long-term peace of mind. Verdict: The 2019 Kia Picanto 1.0 isn’t flashy, but it excels at what it’s built for — affordable, reliable urban motoring. It’s ideal for first-time drivers, city dwellers, or anyone who values efficiency over extravagance. Buying your next car from Chapelhouse Suzuki Warrington means you get a vehicle that's prepared to the highest standards by our fully qualified mechanics who conduct an 82-point safety inspection. On top of this, you get a free MOT for life as standard, cash back on your part exchange and we offer interest free service plans for extra piece of mind. With the majority of our Used cars available to drive away today, purchasing from Chapelhouse is a stress-free purchasing journey. Our team can help you with your part-exchange (and settle your current finance agreement if available) and fund your next car with our competitive interest rates. We can also help you to arrange a test drive at a dealership near you, so you can be sure that the car is perfect for you. Plus, we can provide video walk-arounds of the car, or if you'd like to ensure you don't miss out, we can take a £99 deposit online for any car, day or night! As a Suzuki dealership, we can ensure that your buying experience will be first class, AND the after-care we provide is why we have lifelong customers who are part of the Chapelhouse Family. Don't just take our word for it - take a look at over 8,000 reviews on JudgeService, where over 96% of our customers say that they would recommend us! We are always on hand to go the extra mile, so take the next step by contacting us today and we will be waiting to help you find your perfect car. Our Head of Sales, Richard Lilleywhite at Chapelhouse Suzuki Warrington looks forward to hearing from you. You can find us at: Chapelhouse Suzuki Warrington, 23 Folly Lane, Warrington, WA5 0LZ. Open 7 Days a week.