Which is cheaper, the Suzuki Swift or the Kia Picanto?

The Kia Picanto is typically cheaper to buy used in South Africa. See the full price comparison table above for exact estimates.

Which holds its value better, the Suzuki Swift or the Kia Picanto?

The Kia Picanto depreciates more slowly over 5 years based on our estimates.

Suzuki Swift vs Kia Picanto: Which Should You Buy?

A side-by-side comparison of price, depreciation, specifications and known issues to help you decide between the Suzuki Swift and the Kia Picanto in the South African market.

Suzuki Swift

7.2

Solid buy

Kia Picanto

7.4

Solid buy

Kia Picanto is the more affordable option to buy used.

Kia Picanto holds its value better over 5 years.

	Suzuki Swift	Kia Picanto
Est. Retail Price	R238k	R225k
Est. Trade Price	R195k	R195k
Annual Sales (SA)	~8,500	~12,000
5yr Depreciation	64%	48%
RideReport Score	7.2	7.4
Engine	1.2L 4-cyl naturally aspirated VVT petrol	1.0L naturally aspirated 3-cyl petrol
Power	83 kW @ 6,000 rpm	66 kW (90 PS) @ 6,000 rpm
Transmission	CVT Automatic, front-wheel drive	5-speed manual
Fuel consumption	5.3 L/100 km (combined WLTP)	5.5–6.0 L/100 km mixed
Known issues	3	3

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