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Skoda Roomster 1.2
Hatchback · Gasoline · FWD
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Kia Picanto Electric
Hatchback · Electric · 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 Electric
Car B
Kia Picanto Electric
The Kia Picanto Electric focuses on city driving, pairing responsive acceleration with a usable 300 km range at a price that offers good value in its segment. Limited cargo space and a modest 27 kWh battery make it better for daily commuting than long-distance travel.
5 seatsHatchbackElectric4-star safety100 hpElectric
Why compared same body typesame seatssame usage profilesimilar pricestrong usage match

Usage fit

Family 58 / 43
City 75 / 91
Budget / value 69 / 59
Road trip 26 / 21
Performance 32 / 28
Cargo 25 / 14
Practical 53 / 40
Premium 11 / 12
Winter 16 / 16

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

Specs side-by-side

Spec Skoda Roomster 1.2 Kia Picanto Electric
Values are representative — confirm for your market and trim.

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 Electric

  • Good value in its segment at a listed price of about 22,000.
  • Punchy urban response from 200 Nm torque and 9.5 s 0–100 km/h.
  • Up to 300 km range suits daily commuting and errands.
  • Seats five with a 255 L trunk for everyday practicality.

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 Electric if…
More power
Kia Picanto Electric puts out 100 hp vs 70 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

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