Head to head · City car
Kia Picanto vs Fiat 500
On the measures that matter most to a used buyer — value retention, reliability, fuel economy and insurance — the Kia Picanto comes out ahead of the Fiat 500, winning 3 of the 4 categories where the two differ.
| Measure | Kia Picanto | Fiat 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Est. value, ~3 years old | £9,500 (2023, 17,000 mi) | £9,550 (2023, 18,500 mi) |
| Value kept after 3 years | 80% · wins | 68% |
| Reliability (MOT-derived, /100) | 82 · wins | 81 |
| Average mpg | 52 | 55 · wins |
| Insurance group | 6 · wins | 8 |
| Road tax / year | £200 | £200 |
| Typical annual service | £185 | £185 |
Valuations are each model's ~3-year-old example at typical mileage, through the same model behind the profiles. Adjust mileage, trim and condition in the interactive comparison →
Picanto vs 500 — quick answers
Which is more reliable, the Picanto or the 500?
The Kia Picanto scores higher on Forecourt's MOT-derived reliability measure — 82 against the Fiat 500's 81 out of 100.
Which holds its value better, the Picanto or the 500?
The Kia Picanto — it keeps about 80% of its original price after three years, against 68% for the Fiat 500.
How much does a used Picanto cost compared with a 500?
A roughly three-year-old Kia Picanto is worth about £9,500 at typical mileage, against about £9,550 for the equivalent Fiat 500.