Kia Picanto 1.2 MT (2018) vs Hyundai IONIQ 5 GL 2WD Standard Range (2026)

A full spec-by-spec comparison of Kia Picanto 1.2 MT (2018) vs Hyundai IONIQ 5 GL 2WD Standard Range (2026) — engine, performance, dimensions, features and price, with the differences highlighted to help you decide.

Specification Kia Picanto 1.2 MT (2018) Kia ₱635,000 Hyundai IONIQ 5 GL 2WD Standard Range (2026) Hyundai ₱2,840,000
Overview
Model Year 2018 2026
Warranty 100,000 km/3-years 5-years/200,000km
Availability Current Current
Engine & Drivetrain
Engine Type Inline-4 Electric Motor
Displacement 1248cc
Valvetrain DOHC 16-valve
Aspiration Natural aspirated
Fuel Type Gas Electric
Max Power 84 PS @ 6000 rpm 168 PS
Max Torque 122 Nm @ 4000 rpm 350 Nm
Transmission 5-Speed M/T Automatic
Drivetrain FWD RWD
Body & Dimensions
Body Type Hatchback Midsize Crossover SUV
Segment B Crossover
Construction Unibody Unibody
Doors 5 5
Seating Capacity 2+3 2+3
Length (mm) 3595 4655
Width (mm) 1595 1815
Height (mm) 1485 1605
Wheelbase (mm) 2400 3000
Curb Weight (kg) 913 1855
Fuel Tank (L) 35
Exterior Colors Lucid Blue, Abyss Black, Atlas White, Cyber Gray, Digital Teal, Gravity Gold, Matte Gold, Shooting Star Matte Gray
Chassis, Wheels & Brakes
Front Suspension MacPherson Strut with Stabilizer + Coil Spring MacPherson Strut w/Coil Spring
Rear Suspension Coupled Torsion Beam Axle + Coil Spring Multi-Link w/ Coil Spring
Front Wheels 15 Alloy 19
Rear Wheels 15 Alloy 19
Front Tires 185/55 R15 235/55R19
Rear Tires 185/55 R15 235/55R19
Front Brakes Disc Disc
Rear Brakes Drum Disc
Steering Type EPS EPS
Steering Column Tilt Tilt & Telescope
Tire Pressure Monitoring No Yes
Differential Lock No No
Safety
Anti-lock Braking (ABS) Yes Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution No Yes
Brake Assist No Yes
Parking Sensors No Yes
Stability Control No Yes
Traction Control No Yes
Vehicle Dynamic Control No
Forward Collision Mitigation No No
Blind Spot Warning No No
Hill Start Assist No Yes
Hill Descent Control No No
Auto Stop/Start No No
Driver Airbag Yes Yes
Knee Airbag No No
Passenger Airbag Yes Yes
Front Curtain Airbags No Yes
Rear Curtain Airbags No Yes
Rear Side Airbags No Yes
Engine Immobilizer No Yes
Security Alarm Yes Yes
Door Locking Central Locking Central Locking
Comfort & Convenience
Air Conditioning Manual Aircon Automatic Climate Control
Rear A/C Vents Yes Yes
Seat Material Fabric Fabric
Parking Brake Manual EPB
Key Type keyless Entry Keyless Entry
Push-Button Start No Yes
Cruise Control No Yes
Multi-Info Display No Yes
Paddle Shifters No No
Reverse Camera No Yes
Auto Headlights No No
Power Windows Yes Yes
Power Seats No Yes
Remote Trunk Release No No
Eco Mode No No
Antenna yes no
Infotainment & Audio
Speakers 4 6
Touchscreen No Yes
Navigation No Yes
Bluetooth No Yes
Apple CarPlay No Yes
Android Auto No Yes
USB Yes No
AUX Input Yes No
AM/FM Radio Yes Yes
CD Player Yes No
DVD Player No No
MP3 Playback Yes No
iPod Support No No
SD Card Slot No No
Lighting
Headlights Halogen LED
Fog Lights Yes No
Daytime Running Lights Yes Yes
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