Skoda Roomster 1.2
Hatchback · Gasoline · FWD
vs
Kia Picanto 1.2
Hatchback · Gasoline · FWD
Skoda Roomster 1.2
Car A
Skoda Roomster 1.2
A practical 5‑seater with city‑friendly manners, low fuel use, and a roomy 450 L trunk, the Skoda Roomster 1.2 offers good value in its segment for everyday duties. Modest power and FWD make it less suited to quick highway work or harsh winter conditions.
5 seatsHatchbackGasoline4-star safety
Kia Picanto 1.2
Car B
Kia Picanto 1.2
A city-focused model that prioritizes efficiency and value, the Kia Picanto 1.2 suits commuting and light family duties. It trades outright performance and cargo space for low running costs and simplicity.
5 seatsHatchbackGasoline4-star safety4.5 L/100km84 hp
Why compared same body typesame powertrainsame ranking profilesame seatsstrong ranking match

Usage fit

Family 58 / 53
City 75 / 78
Budget / value 69 / 76
Road trip 26 / 20
Performance 32 / 29
Cargo 25 / 14
Practical 53 / 51
Premium 11 / 10
Winter 16 / 16

Scores out of 100. Blue = Skoda Roomster 1.2 · Orange = Kia Picanto 1.2

Specs side-by-side

Spec Skoda Roomster 1.2 Kia Picanto 1.2
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Pros & cons

Skoda Roomster 1.2

  • Efficient for its class at 5.4 L/100 km, helping keep running costs down
  • 450 L trunk and five seats suit growing families and errands
  • Easygoing, city‑oriented performance with simple FWD traction
  • Price aligns with good value in its segment

Kia Picanto 1.2

  • Low purchase price (~15000) offers good value in its segment
  • Efficient for its class at 4.5 L/100 km, keeping fuel bills down
  • Five seats and a 255 L trunk cover everyday errands and school runs
  • Strong reliability signals fit daily commuting needs

Verdict

Pick Skoda Roomster 1.2 if…
Efficiency & everyday ease
Skoda Roomster 1.2 is the choice if fuel economy and city-friendly driving are your priority.
Pick Kia Picanto 1.2 if…
More power
Kia Picanto 1.2 puts out 84 hp vs 70 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

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