Kia Picanto has been our benchmark for two months. During this time, we were able to experience not only the car on the track, but also in its natural habitat - the city. And the question, "Well, as Picanto?» We always reply: "Excellent!". It is true, then add the conjunction "but."

The new Kia Picanto, whose sales started in early summer, was surprisingly decent car. Well, it would seem, as a machine of this size can be good? The same trolley from the supermarket, only to wheel and pedals. It turns out you can! Moreover, without any discount on the class and size. Moreover, Picanto is trying to tell us - hey, guys, I am no longer "what-chu utyu machine," I am a real car. Yes, Picanto is not too big, but he has enough strength to give the offender the date with 1.2-liter engine.

But you do not forget about what dimensions involved. 85 "horses", which gives this unit is more than enough for city driving. It is in the city Picanto 1.2 demonstrates his entire character. It would seem - the kid, anyone can hurt ... But do you harvest the gas pedal to the floor and the car accelerates not only cheerfully. It shoots forward, and elementary "does" most of the other cars, whose drivers do not understand how this is possible. After 60-70 km / h acceleration dynamics, of course, is not as vigorous, and the flow has time to catch up with you.

But the city does not really matter. By the way, during our test, we drove several thousand miles, and on various highways, including the hard route from Moscow to St. Petersburg. So, Picanto does not make a blunder and there. Despite the fact that the automatic transmission there is only four steps (as the engine of 1.2 liters comes to us only with automatic transmission), the transmission rate quickly switches down, allowing you to overtake the truck and if necessary, be carried at a speed under 140 km / h It is possible and faster - to passport data "maximum speed" is equal to 163 km / h - but after the 130-140 km / h to control this "baby" is uncomfortable, especially on our roads.

But the main residence of the Picanto is still a metropolis. Due to its small size, it is possible to park in any "holes", and is committed not need parking sensors - dimensions are felt, they say, the skin. Yes, and suspension to cope with the majority of the pits, especially if you're not a fool, and slow down time in front of them. Seriously! Picanto is possible, with an eye to size, even call a comfortable car. However, there is a caveat - our car was equipped with a 14-inch wheels, while in the base car has a 13-inch.

Normal and fuel consumption. Of course, we came out more than the manufacturer claimed 6.7 liters per 100 kilometers - if you ever go to first traffic light, then the silly to expect anything else. However, even in this case the flow does not exceed 8 liters per 100 kilometers.

Novobrakosochetavshiesya. This word has no relation to the Kia Picanto. Simply it is the longest in the Russian language, beginning to "but" - 21 letters (but generally the longest word in Russian, with the exception of chemical compounds, numerals and the "Lay" is a 38-letter adjective "agricultural-engineering "although it does not go to any comparison with the German word Donaudampfschiffahrtselektrizit? tenhauptbetriebswerkbauunterbeamtengesellschaft - 79 letters, translated this means' Society junior officers authority for supervision of construction management at the main electrical service Danube Shipping Company"). And about the car you want to say here that - there are many places for all sorts of little things. You say that this is nonsense, and not characteristic of the car? Certainly not, especially when it comes to "little ones" - believe me, they have a problem "where to put your phone or case for glasses?" Rises constantly. And in the Picanto is "podbutylniki" and so necessary in everyday life in front of a large shelf selector gearbox, and the "glove compartment" then the volume (9.6 L).

But the trunk, at first glance, there is small. Yes, and the second too. Although everything is relative - do not forget that we are dealing with a model "A" class, which by definition is not intended for the carriage of cargo. For example, these "babies", as Citroen C1 or Peugeot 107, the amount of luggage is just 139 liters, while the Chevrolet Spark - 170 l. On this background it seems this truck Picanto - as much as 200 liters. Plus do not forget that the rear seats can be folded, and in parts (it is enough just to pull the levers).

But what is surprising - Picanto has no rear shelf and the rear window is not very toned. As a result, everyone can see what lies in the trunk, but it can cause unwanted interest from the bad guys. Quite clear that this is not done for reasons of economy, because the cost of this item is a penny. In addition, the Picanto does not seem to plan a cheap model - in a rich configuration, this car is not only equipped with climate control and sound system with steering wheel, heated mirrors and steering wheel! And against the backdrop of the unprecedented generosity of the attraction the absence of such elementary things as the rear shelf, it seems absurd.

But Kia has to respond to complaints about the lack of customer care. The warranty on the Kia Picanto is five years or 150,000 miles. It sounds great. But do not forget that the Korean has a lot of warranty restrictions, which apply mainly to the suspension, clutch and steering. But the engine and gearbox will be "protected" manufacturer's warranty for the duration of its action. Also, pay attention to here is at what point - the Kia has a program using the roads. Can use it all the owners of the warranty Kia, and you can ask for help, not only in the event of any serious damage, but even with a discharged battery, ran out of fuel or even a flat tire.

Landing at the wheel of a comfortable, ergonomic claims to not. By and large, the driver to the Picanto is only one claim - the right leg knee rests on the central tunnel

Nonsense - Kia Picanto is almost the best car in the segment (yes, that we are talking about the "Korean"). With a chic level of equipment, good suspension, engine and cheerful adequate automatic transmission. And after this sentence is the time to say the most NO. For the cost of a well-equipped Picanto does not happy. Yes, the price of the model starts from 364,900 rubles. At first glance, this is hardly the best offer on the market - for comparison, the five-door Citroen C1 begins with 369,000 rubles., And the Chevrolet Spark for another 10 000 rubles. expensive (a model of how Daewoo Matiz or its Chinese counterparts, we are not looking - they are from another century.) But ...

Of course, in the second row of seats in the Picanto closely, especially if you sit three. But do not forget about the size! This same model class "A". Incidentally, the second-row seats have ISOFIX attachments for child seats. The kids will be safe (unless they have adequate parents who restrained their children). And too bad the front passengers are protected. Already in the database, there are two pillows, and luxury complete with air conditioning have been a quartet aerbegov and ABS. But stabilization is not available on the Picanto. Sorry

But if you want to buy a car with air conditioning, it turns out that the "condos" on the Picanto is available only in a rich configuration Comfort with music system, four airbags, ABS, and thus heated steering wheel. And this machine is worth 459,900 rubles. For comparison, Spark of 379,000 rubles. already has air conditioning, and Citroen C1 are air conditioned and the music is worth 395,400 rubles. Yes, of course, heated steering wheel, four airbags and other luxuries - things are very good. But what if I need just a small car with air conditioning? Yes, and with a gun. But ...

But the automatic transmission (and if we assume that the Picanto will be successful with the ladies, the automatic transmission is required) is available only in conjunction with engine capacity of 1.2 liters. A good motor, just different. But the alliance of 1.2 + Auto + conditioner will cost at least 499,900 rubles! And this just in case, half a million. For comparison, the "automatic» Chevrolet Spark with air conditioning, and "music" can be purchased for 441,000 rubles., And similarly equipped with a C1 to 452,400 rubles. Yes, all of our competitors, "Automatic» Picanto will be feeble engines of 1.0 liters or more simple equipment. However, in the class "A" for many consumers is of great importance is the price. There is one thing.

The "upper" trim Comfort and Luxe Kia Picanto even has USB-in, thanks to which in the long road you can listen to your favorite music or audio books.

But for half a million cars and you can find a higher class. And even there you will not find heated steering wheel, but the "automatic", it will be. And the interior is noticeably roomier. For example not far to seek - Hyundai Solaris with automatic transmission in a decent configuration with two pillows, ABS, power accessories, "kondeem" heated priests, music and other costs 512,500 rubles. A new generation Kia Rio, which will appear very soon (the price will be announced by September 1) will not be expensive.