Kia has given us a look at what to expect from the MY24 Picanto hatchback range, with a styling overhaul, added safety tech and the removal of the range-topping GT variant headlining the updates ahead of its late 2023 arrival. Kia says the styling refresh has been inspired by the […]
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PerformanceDrive’s Top 10 Cars of 2019
Just as 2020 swings into full stride, we thought we’d take a look back over some of the highlight vehicles of 2019. Think of it as like our ‘car of the year’ awards, with no advertising dollars influencing the list. This is specifically for vehicles that we’ve driven and reviewed […]
2019 Kia Picanto GT review (video)
Finally, Kia Australia is offering this little gem in local showrooms. It’s called the Picanto GT, and while it might not offer the outright neck-jerking performance of a proper hot hatch, it does stand out as an attractive, approachable and affordable option for anyone after a fun city car. It’s […]
Video: 2019 Kia Picanto GT – Detailed review (POV)
Before we put together our usual written review of the new Kia Picanto GT, we were so excited by the car we thought we’d also try out another POV-style ‘detailed review’ video for you. Australia has been missing out on this little gem for a couple of years now, but […]
2019 Kia Picanto GT now on sale in Australia, with 1.0 turbo
Micro hot hatch fans, get excited. The Kia Picanto GT has arrived in Australia. Yes, it’s the one with the plucky 1.0L turbo engine and manual transmission that has since been only available overseas. Following the launch of the new Picanto, which is a surprisingly fun little car in its […]