Kia Picanto

2016

5 ANCAP Star Rating
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The 2016 Kia Picanto hitting the barrier in the frontal offset test.
Overall Score34.26Out of 37
Frontal Offset test15.12out of 16
Side impact test14.14out of 16
Pole test (Optional)2out of 2
Bonus points3out of 3
ANCAP 2013 5 five star

About

The Kia Picanto was introduced in New Zealand in 2011 and Australia in 2016. This ANCAP safety rating applies to all variants.

Base Model Safety Features

Forward Collision Warning No Information
Higher Speed AEB No Information
Low Speed Auto Emergency Braking No Information
Pedestrian Auto Emergency Braking No Information
Electronic Stability Control Standard
Driver Attention Detection No Information
Front Side Curtain Airbags Standard
Rear Side Curtain Airbags Standard
Active Cruise Control No Information
Warning - Driver Fatigue No Information
Car Safety feature - Traction Control Standard
Adjustable Steering Column Standard
Daytime Running Lights Standard
Front Airbags Driver Standard
Front Airbags Passenger Standard
Seatbelt Pretensioner Driver Standard
Seatbelt Pretensioner Passenger Standard

Legend

Standard Not Available
Optional No Information

Occupant Crash Results

Frontal Offset Test Image
Frontal offset* 15.12 pts (out of 16)
Head/Neck 4
Chest 3.98
Upper Legs 4
Lower Legs 3.14
* Body region scores out of 4 points each

The passenger compartment held its shape well in the frontal offset crash test however the clutch pedal moved excessively rearwards. All doors remained closed during the crash. After the crash the driver’s door could be opened with high manual effort.


What is frontal offset test?

Occupant Crash Results

Side Impact Test Image
Side Impact* 14.14 pts (out of 16)
Head 4
Chest 3.14
Abdomen 4
Pelvis 4
* Body region scores out of 4 points each

There was a slight risk of serious chest injury. The rear door on the driver side opened during the test and 1 point was deducted.

The Picanto was eligible for a pole test as it has side curtain airbags. Head protection was good in this test.


What is side impact test?

Whiplash Summary

Whiplash Protection Crash Test Image

Whiplash protection is assessed to the RCAR Protocol

Geometric test: Good
Dynamic test: Acceptable

Overall whiplash rating: Acceptable


Pedestrian Summary

Marginal Pedestrian RatingPedestrian Rating - please view table for scores

Adult & child head impacts: 9.22 points
Upper leg impacts: 1.54 points
Lower leg impacts: 6.00 points

This vehicle scored 16.76 out of 36 points (Marginal). The bonnet was rated as poor or marginal in most areas likely to be struck by a pedestrian's head. Similarly, the front edge of the bonnet did not provide good protection for pedestrians' legs. Only the bumper scored maximum points, offering good protection for pedestrians in all areas tested. (Tested by Euro NCAP v5)


Pedestrian Rating Explained

Safety Features Summary

The safety feature information below is subject to change without notice. For up to date safety feature specifications for all variants, please see the safety feature table to the right or contact the manufacturer.

Dual frontal, side chest and side head airbags (curtains) are standard. In addition, a knee airbag is available as an option in New Zealand. Advanced seat belt reminders are fitted to all seats.

ANCAP & UCSR Rating Explained