Hyundai Eon 0.8 GLS MT (2014) vs Kia Picanto 1.0 LX Hatchback MT (2015)

Hyundai Eon 0.8 GLS MT (2014) vs Kia Picanto 1.0 LX Hatchback MT (2015): which should you buy?

Both the Hyundai Eon 0.8 GLS MT (2014) and the Kia Picanto 1.0 LX Hatchback MT (2015) sit in the A‑segment hatchback market, but the Picanto edges out the Eon for most Filipino city drivers. The Picanto costs only ₱27,000 more (₱525,000 vs ₱498,000) yet delivers a larger 998 cc engine, DOHC 12‑valve head and dual‑CVVT, giving 69 PS and 94 Nm – roughly 23 % more power and 25 % more torque than the Eon’s 56 PS and 75 Nm. That translates to better acceleration for stop‑and‑go traffic and easier highway merging. Both share a 5‑speed manual, FWD layout and five‑door hatchback body, but the Picanto is 100 mm longer, offering slightly more cabin space while retaining the same 2+3 seating. Warranty coverage is comparable: the Eon offers an unlimited/5‑year warranty (details unspecified) while the Picanto provides 160,000 km or 5 years. Since both models are discontinued, after‑sales parts may be similar, but the Picanto’s newer model year and more modern engine technology give it a durability edge. Choose the Hyundai Eon if budget is the absolute priority and you can live with modest power; otherwise, the Kia Picanto is the better all‑rounder for daily commuting, extra space and stronger performance.