Is the Kia Picanto automatic better than the Fiat 500 auto?

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Is the Kia Picanto automatic better than the Fiat 500 auto?

I'm thinking of buying Kia Picanto 2019 automatic used car. What do you think of it and how does it compare to the Fiat 500 automatic?

Asked on 21 July 2023 by Eve Popper

Answered by David Ross

The Kia Picanto is a sound choice for a small automatic, with a good reliability record and low running costs. The Fiat 500 is more appealing in some aspects, but its reliability record is not as good. Earlier five-speed automatic Fiat 500s use an automated manual gearbox which is not a good choice, whereas 2015-on 500s use a six-speed dual-clutch automatic which is a better choice.

Of the two we would probably choose the Kia, even though the Fiat is more stylish and fun to drive.

Tags: automatics small automatics dual-clutch gearbox

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