How much is a 2016 Kia PicantoPetrol worth in Ireland?

The median asking price for a 2016 Kia PicantoPetrol on the Irish used-car market is around €7,250, based on 7 live listings tracked by Carintel.ie.

How much does a 2016 Kia Picanto depreciate per year?

A Kia Picanto loses roughly 9.3% of its value per year on the Irish used-car market based on Carintel.ie's regression across active listings.

Is it cheaper to import a 2016 Kia Picanto from Northern Ireland?

It depends on spec, mileage and CO2. Carintel.ie compares ROI median prices against Northern Ireland listings' landed cost, including VRT, NOx levy and registration fees, so you can see the saving at a glance on this page.

What are the running costs of a 2016 Kia PicantoPetrol?

This page estimates annual running costs for a 2016 Kia PicantoPetrol using WLTP consumption data, current Irish fuel and electricity prices, and Irish motor tax bands.

Carintel.ieBeta

Data and calculations are in active development and changing regularly. Please do not make buying decisions based solely on this site, always verify with other sources.

Analysing market data

Fetching listings · computing fair value · building charts

Filter by trim, gearbox, source1 active

Trim:LX · 1 SR7 · 1 Unknown · 1

Source:ROI All NI

Market Intelligence

Kia Picanto2016

Petrol

€6,245ROI listing median

€6,500All listing median

18 days avg on market · Low data confidence

High DemandLimited Data

Listing price range

€6k – €7k

25th to 75th percentile

Listings

all active now

Updated 8h ago · all · Low confidence

Median listing price

€6,500

private sale ~€4,904 Pricing assumptionsAssumptions· Good condition, full service history· No outstanding finance or damage· Based on ads seen in the past 30 days

Est. trade-in

€4,193 – €5,092

15–30% below private sale

Avg mileage

94k km

typical 98k km

Days listed

18d

avg on market · demand 77/100

AI Market Summary

Excellent city car: nippy, easy to park, and cheap to run — ideal for Irish urban commuting and low annual mileage patterns.
Mileage sits well below the 120k–220k range typical for a 10-year-old Irish car; verify service history and odometer credibility before committing.
Manual clutch can wear quickly in stop-start traffic; inspect for juddering, slippage, or soft pedal feel — costly repair if neglected.
Electrical niggles (window switches, dashboard warnings) and interior rattle common; test all electrics thoroughly and budget for minor trim fixes post-purchase.
Fair value at median price, though check NCT history and exhaust condition — small Kia engines can carbon-up if regularly short-tripped or under-serviced.

AI-generated analysis · Carintel.ie · verify independently before purchasing

Analysis & Insights

Price Analysis Costs Import Recalls & Info

Vehicle specification

Spec data not yet available for this petrol variant.

We're adding verified specs regularly, check back soon.

Reliability & Safety Recalls

Kia Picanto 2016

Reliability

4/5

The 2016 Kia Picanto petrol is a reliable and economical city car with solid build quality for the class. It offers good value for money as a used purchase, with a straightforward petrol engine that is generally trouble-free when serviced regularly. Ownership costs are low and parts availability is excellent through Kia dealers and independents.

Known issues

Occasional electrical gremlins affecting power window switches and dashboard warning lights
Minor rattles from door panels and interior trim, particularly over rough roads
Clutch wear on manual transmissions can occur earlier than expected in heavy city driving
Air conditioning compressor failure reported in some examples, typically after 80,000 km
Early oil sludge accumulation if service intervals extended beyond recommended 10,000 km

Good for

Fuel economy: typically 45–50 mpg in real-world mixed driving
Low insurance and road tax due to small engine (1.0L/1.2L petrol)
Easy to park and manoeuvre in tight urban spaces
Affordable maintenance and spare parts compared to mainstream brands

AI-generated summary · verify with DVSA & owner forums

Safety Recalls1 found

Seatbelts2016

Rear seat belt anchorages could be inadequately secured, reducing restraint effectiveness

Remedy: Inspection and re-welding or reinforcement of seat belt mounting points

DVSA-1604

AI-generated · verify at gov.uk/check-vehicle-recall

Potential value opportunities

ROI + NI · by value score

LOW MILEGE 1.0 PETROL HIGH SPEC

€5,990

-10% vs expected price

80k km · manual · 24d

See ad

2016 Kia Picanto 1.0 65 SR7 5dr Video Review • (1 Owner Review)

£4,675→€7,398imported

-9% vs expected price

NI Import

NI → ROI import costs

Assumes the car is NI-registered (no customs duty or VAT under Windsor Framework). Includes VRT + NOx levy + registration + transport. Click for full breakdown.

98k km · manual · Limavady · 33d

SR7

See ad