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Kia Picanto JA

2017 – 2024

The Kia Picanto is a city car manufactured by Kia, a South Korean car manufacturer, since 2003. The vehicle is known by different names in various regions, including Kia Morning, Kia EuroStar, and Kia New Morning in different countries. The car is primarily produced at the Donghee joint-venture plant in South Korea, with some countries also assembling complete knock-down versions locally. The Picanto has been designed to meet the specifications of the "light car" category in South Korea, which provides tax incentives for vehicles with dimensions below 3,600 mm in length and 1,600 mm in width. This classification makes the Picanto an ideal choice for city driving due to its compact size. The name “Picanto” is derived from the Spanish and Italian words “picante/piccante”, meaning “spicy”, which reflects a sense of liveliness and excitement. The Korean name “Morning” could be linked to the “Morning Calm”, symbolizing South Korea’s cultural heritage and traditions. Key Points: - The Kia Picanto is a city car manufactured by Kia since 2003. - Known by various names in different regions like Kia Morning, Kia EuroStar, and Kia New Morning. - Produced at the Donghee plant in South Korea with some countries also assembling the car locally. - Designed to meet the specifications of the "light car" category in South Korea for tax incentives. - Name "Picanto" denotes qualities of being spicy and lively, while "