Head to head · City car
Kia Picanto vs Hyundai i10
On the measures that matter most to a used buyer — value retention, reliability, fuel economy and insurance — the Hyundai i10 comes out ahead of the Kia Picanto, winning 2 of the 3 categories where the two differ.
| Measure | Kia Picanto | Hyundai i10 |
|---|---|---|
| Est. value, ~3 years old | £9,500 (2023, 17,000 mi) | £9,500 (2023, 16,500 mi) |
| Value kept after 3 years | 80% | 84% · wins |
| Reliability (MOT-derived, /100) | 82 · wins | 74 |
| Average mpg | 52 | 52 |
| Insurance group | 6 | 5 · wins |
| 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 i10 — quick answers
Which is more reliable, the Picanto or the i10?
The Kia Picanto scores higher on Forecourt's MOT-derived reliability measure — 82 against the Hyundai i10's 74 out of 100.
Which holds its value better, the Picanto or the i10?
The Hyundai i10 — it keeps about 84% of its original price after three years, against 80% for the Kia Picanto.
How much does a used Picanto cost compared with a i10?
A roughly three-year-old Kia Picanto is worth about £9,500 at typical mileage, against about £9,500 for the equivalent Hyundai i10.