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Stronger published ownership cover
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Less powerful engine setup
Lower fuel efficiency
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Spec
Eeco
Picanto Panel Van
Pedestrian Detection AEB
Not Available
No
Front Parking Sensors
Not Available
No
Airbags
2
6
ABS
Standard
Yes
Electronic Stability Control
Not Available
Yes
Traction Control
Not Available
Yes
Hill Start Assist
Not Available
Yes
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Not Available
Child Safety Lock
Standard
Yes
ISOFIX Mounts
Not Available
Yes
Brake Assist
Standard
Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Not Available
Yes
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Yes
Alarm System
Not Available
Yes
Central Locking
Manual Central Locking
Yes
Side Impact Beams
Standard
Yes
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Front Seats
Yes
Speed Alert System
Not Available
Yes
Safety Rating
Not Independently Rated — Commercial Vehicle
3 Stars (Euro NCAP 2017 Assessment)
Whiplash Protection
Basic Head Restraints
Yes — Active Head Restraints Front
Lane Change Warning
Not Available
No
ABS EBD
Standard
Yes
Stability Control
Not Available
Yes
ESC With Traction Control
Not Available
Yes
TCS
Not Available
Yes
Hill Hold
Not Available
Yes
Driver Front Passenger Airbags
2
6
Driver Passenger Airbags
2
6
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Yes
Anti Theft Alarm
Not Available
Yes
Seatbelt Reminder
Front Seats
Yes
BA
Standard
Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
No
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Available
No
AEB
Not Available
No
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Front Seats
Yes — Front Seatbelt Pre-tensioners
Driver Airbag
2
Yes
Passenger Airbag
2
Yes
EBD
Standard
Yes
Side Airbags
Not Available
Yes — Front Side Airbags
Curtain Airbags
Not Available
Yes — Full Length Curtain Airbags
Knee Airbag
Not Available
No
Brake Override System
Not Available
Yes
Fatigue Detection
-
No
Spec
Eeco
Picanto Panel Van
Engine Position
Transverse Front-Mounted
Transverse Front-Mounted
Gearbox
5-Speed Manual
4-Speed Automatic
Transmission Type
Manual
Automatic
Number of Gears
5
4
Drivetrain Layout
Front Wheel Drive
Front Wheel Drive
Final Drive Ratio
4.529:1
4.286:1
Steering Turns Lock to Lock
3.2
2.8
Clutch Type
Single Dry Plate Diaphragm
Torque Converter Automatic
LSD Available
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
5-Speed Manual
4-Speed Automatic
Gear Shift Type
5-Speed Manual
Floor-Mounted Selector
Transmission Speeds
5
4
Drivetrain
FWD
FWD — Front Wheel Drive
Axle Layout
FWD
FWD
Automatic Shift Paddles
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Engagement
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Hi Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Lo Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transfer Case Guard
Not Available
Not Available
Low Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Selector
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Differential Type Front
Not Available
Not Available
Differential Type Rear
Not Available
Not Available
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Applicable
Yes
Spec
Eeco
Picanto Panel Van
Variable Valve Timing
Not Available — Fixed Cam Timing
CVVT on Intake Camshaft
CO2 Emissions
135 g/km
140 g/km
Start Stop System
Not Available
No
Hybrid System Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Noise Level
72 dB
68 dB
Fuel Octane Requirement
93 RON Unleaded
93 RON Unleaded
Particulate Filter
Gasoline Particulate Filter (GPF)
GPF Fitted
Euro Emission Standard
Euro 5
Euro 5
Green NCAP Rating
Not Rated — Commercial Vehicle
Not Independently NCAP Green Rated
Idle CO2 Output
Within Euro 5 Limits
Within Euro 5 Emission Limits
Fuel Evaporation Control
Evaporative Emission Control (EVAP)
Evaporative Emission Control (EVAP)
CO2 Emissions G Km
135
140
Spec
Eeco
Picanto Panel Van
Engine Oil Capacity
3.5 l
3.2 l
Service Interval
15,000 km or 12 Months
15,000 km or 12 Months — Whichever First
Approx Service Cost
Approx R1,500–R2,000 per Service
Approx R2,500–R3,200 per Service
Battery Warranty
12 Months
12 Months KIA Battery Warranty
Maintenance Plan
Not Included
Included — 3 Years/45
Engine Oil Change Interval
10,000 km or 6 Months
10,000 km or 6 Months
First Service At
1,000 km Inspection
1,000 km Inspection and Safety Check
Service Plan Duration
Not Included
3 Years/45
Service Plan Distance
Not Included
3 Years/45
Anti-Rust Treatment
Underbody Rust Protection
Underbody Anti-Rust Protection
Service Intervals
15,000 km or 12 Months
15,000 km or 12 Months — Whichever First
Service Plan
Not Included
3 Years/45
Alternator
-
80A Alternator
Accessory Battery Type
-
12V 45Ah Lead-Acid Battery
Spec
Eeco
Picanto Panel Van
Length
3675 mm
3595 mm
Width
1475 mm
1595 mm
Height
1700 mm
1480 mm
Wheelbase
2350 mm
2400 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
170 mm
155 mm
Kerb Weight
905 kg
950 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
1280 kg
1400 kg
Payload Capacity
390 kg
450 kg
Minimum Turning Radius
4.5 m
4.8 m
Doors
4 doors
3 doors
Seating Capacity
7 seats
2 seats
Boot/Cargo Space
120 l
620 l
Front Legroom
930 mm
1040 mm
Rear Legroom
750 mm
Not Applicable
Front Headroom
1020 mm
970 mm
Rear Headroom
1000 mm
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Capacity
35 l
35 l
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
-
151 mm
Towing Capacity
-
0 kg
Number of Rows
-
1 rows
Spec
Eeco
Picanto Panel Van
Front Track Width
1285 mm
1415 mm
Rear Track Width
1285 mm
1420 mm
Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring
MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring
Rear Suspension
Leaf Spring (Commercial Grade)
Coupled Torsion Beam Axle with Coil Spring
Chassis Type
Monocoque
Monocoque Unibody Steel Platform
Power Steering
Hydraulic Power Assisted Steering
Electric Power Assisted (EPAS)
Steering Column
Tilt Adjustable
Tilt and Telescopic Adjustable
Front Spring Type
Coil Spring
Coil Spring
Rear Spring Type
Leaf Spring
Coil Spring
Front Anti-Roll Bar
Standard
Standard Anti-Roll Bar
Rear Anti-Roll Bar
Not Available
Standard Anti-Roll Bar
Shock Absorber Type
Telescopic Hydraulic
Telescopic Gas Dampers
Front Suspension Type
MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring
MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring
Suspension
MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring
MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring
Rear Suspension Type
Leaf Spring (Commercial Grade)
Coupled Torsion Beam Axle with Coil Spring
Rear Axle Type
Leaf Spring (Commercial Grade)
Coupled Torsion Beam Axle with Coil Spring
Shock Absorbers
Telescopic Hydraulic
Telescopic Gas Dampers
Chassis Material
Monocoque
Monocoque Unibody Steel Platform
MagneRide Damping
Not Available
Not Available
Spec
Eeco
Picanto Panel Van
Boot Space Seats Folded
800 l
620 l
Climate Control
Manual Air Conditioning
Manual Air Conditioning
Power Windows
Front Windows Only
Yes — Front Windows Only
Keyless Entry
Not Available
No
Push Button Start
Not Available
No
Wireless Charging
Not Available
No
Sunroof
Not Available
No
Electric Tailgate
Not Available
No
Automatic Headlamps
Not Available
Yes
Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
No
Auto Dimming Mirror
Not Available
No
Rear Window Defroster
Standard
Yes
Electric Mirror Folding
Manual Fold
No
Driver Seat Height Adjustment
Not Available
Yes
Follow Me Home Headlamps
Not Available
Yes
12V Accessory Socket
1 x 12V Socket
Yes — 12V Front Accessory Socket
Speed Limiter
Not Available
Yes
Trim Level
mid
mid
Variant Role
Commercial utility derivative
Commercial utility derivative
Accelerator 0 100
17.0 sec
14.5 sec
Common Rail Injection
Multi-Point Fuel Injection (MPFI)
Multi-Point Fuel Injection (MPFI)
Diff Lock
Not Available
Not Available
Difflock
Not Available
Not Available
Fuel Consumption Combined
5.9
6.1 L/100km — WLTP Combined Cycle
Vdc
Not Available
Yes
Hill Start Assist
Not Available
Yes
TPMS
Not Available
Yes
Surround View Monitor
Not Available
No
Sonar
Not Available
No
Seat Type
Vinyl (Wipe-Clean Commercial Grade)
Cloth Fabric
Steering Column Adjustment
Tilt Adjustable
Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt Steering
Tilt Adjustable
Tilt and Telescopic
Telescopic Steering
Tilt Adjustable
Tilt and Telescopic
Rear Seat Split
Third Row Fold Flat
N/A Panel Van
Front Armrest
Not Available
No
Bottle Holders
2
2
Rear Air Conditioning
Rear Roof-Mounted AC Vents
No
Digital Speedometer
Basic Analogue Gauges
Yes — Digital Speedometer Display
Glove Box
Driver Door Pocket Only
Yes
Glovebox Cooling
Driver Door Pocket Only
No
AC Type
Manual Air Conditioning
Manual Air Conditioning
Air Conditioning
Manual Air Conditioning
Manual Air Conditioning
Manual Aircon
Manual Air Conditioning
Manual Air Conditioning
Power Mirrors
Front Windows Only
Yes
Intelligent Keyless Entry
Not Available
No
Remote Central Locking
Manual Central Locking
No
Passive Entry Start
Not Available
No
Push Button Start
Not Available
No
Engine Start Stop Button
Not Available
No
Wireless Charger
Not Available
No
Panoramic Roof
Not Available
No
Powered Tailgate
Not Available
No
Lift Gate
Not Available
No
Electric Folding Mirrors
Front Windows Only
Yes
Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors
Manual Fold
No
Rear Defogger
Standard
Yes
Front Power Outlet
1 x 12V Socket
Yes — 12V Socket
Power Socket 12v
1 x 12V Socket
Yes — 12V Front Accessory Socket
Speed Alert System
Not Available
Yes
Sound System
2
6
Voice Command Support
Not Available
Yes
Steering Mounted Controls
Not Available
Yes
Voice Command
Not Available
Yes
Roof Rack Compatibility
Not Available
No
Rear Wing
Not Available
No
Mirror
Manual Fold Flat Mirrors
Power Adjustable with Integrated Turn Indicators
Remote Side Mirror
Manual Fold Flat Mirrors
Yes
Spare Wheel
Full Size Spare
Full Size Spare Tyre
Rim Size
13 Inches
14 Inches
Stabilizer Bar Front
Standard
Standard Anti-Roll Bar
Stabilizer Bar
Standard
Front and Rear Anti-Roll Bars
Stabilizer Bar Rear
Not Available
Standard Anti-Roll Bar
Sub Frame
Monocoque
Monocoque Unibody Steel Platform
Engine Warranty
2 Years
7 Years/150
Vehicle To Grid
Not Available
Not Available
Vehicle To Load
Not Available
Not Available
One Pedal Driving
Not Available
Not Available
Regenerative Braking Levels
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Electric Motor
Not Available
Not Available
Battery Preconditioning
Not Available
Not Available
Source Model Column
eeco
picanto-panel-van
Intelligent Battery System
Not Available
Not Available
Front Diff Lock
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Diff Lock
Not Available
Not Available
Loadbox Depth Mm
Not Available
Not Available
Load Bed Cover
Not Available
Not Available
Load Bed Light
Not Available
Not Available
Load Bed Steps
Not Available
Not Available
Loadbox Rope Hooks
Not Available
Not Available
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
Not Available
Not Available
Bed Extender
Not Available
Not Available
Canopy Fitment
Not Available
Not Available
Sports Bar
Not Available
Not Available
Tailgate Damper
Not Available
Not Available
Tailgate Lock
Not Available
Not Available
Tow Bar Type
Not Available
Not Available
Performance Data Logger
Not Available
No
Rev Matching
Not Available
No
Sport Plus Mode
Not Available
Not Available
Adaptive Dampers
Not Available
No
Engine Start Button Illumination
Not Available
No
Unlocking
Not Available
No
Walk Away Lock
Not Available
No
Walk Away Auto Door Lock
Not Available
No
Front Wiper
Not Available
Yes — Standard Rear Wiper and Washer
Front Wipers Type
Not Available
Yes — Standard Rear Wiper and Washer
Climate Zones
Manual Air Conditioning
Single Zone
Auto Dimming Irvm
Not Available
No
Rearview Mirror Inside
Not Available
No
Centre Console
Not Available
No
Seatbelt Pre Tensioner
Front Seats
Yes — Front
Side Impact Bars
Standard
Yes
Engine Start Stop
Not Available
No
Boot Space Seats Folded
800 l
620 l
Load Bed Length
1750 mm
1485 mm
Loadbox Length Mm
1750 mm
1485 mm
Load Bed Width
1250 mm
1150 mm
Loadbox Width Mm
1250 mm
1150 mm
Tyre Repair Kit
-
No — Full Size Spare Provided
Driver Display
-
Semi-Digital Instrument Cluster with MID
Multi Function Steering
-
Yes
Headrest Adjustable
-
Yes
Remote Start
-
No
Remote Engine Start
-
No
Boot Opener
-
Yes — Electric Boot Release Button
Fuel Lid Opener
-
Yes — Remote Fuel Lid Opener
Tachometer
-
Yes
Trip Computer
-
Yes
Rear Reading Lamps
-
Yes
Vanity Mirror
-
Yes
Door Ajar Warning
-
Yes
Impact Sensing Door Unlock
-
Yes
Engine Check Warning
-
Yes
Service Reminder
-
Yes
Chrome Grille
-
No
Chrome Exterior Highlights
-
No
Side Steps
-
No
Skid Plates
-
No
Heads Up Display
-
No
Intercooler
-
Not Applicable — Naturally Aspirated Engine
Ride Mode Selection
-
No
Roof Antenna
-
Yes
Aero Kit
-
No
Exhaust Finish
-
Standard Single Outlet Chrome Tip
Exhaust Type
-
Single Exhaust System
Headlamp Height Adjust
-
Yes — Manual Headlamp Beam Adjustment
Headlamp Washer
-
No
Drag Coefficient
-
0.32 Cd
Steering Response
-
Electric Power Assisted Steering
Tail Lamps
-
No
Automatic High Beam
-
No
Rear LED Combination Taillights
-
No
Vanity Mirror Illuminated
-
Yes
Reading Lights Rear
-
Yes
Spec
Eeco
Picanto Panel Van
Front Shoulder Room
1200 mm
1355 mm
Rear Shoulder Room
1180 mm
0 mm
Seat Material
Vinyl (Wipe-Clean Commercial Grade)
Cloth
Seat Adjustment
Manual 4-Way Driver
Manual 6-Way Driver Seat Adjustment
Heated Seats
Not Applicable
No
Ventilated Seats
Not Applicable
No
Steering Type
Hydraulic Power Assisted Steering
Electric Power Assisted (EPAS)
Steering Adjustment
Tilt Adjustable
Tilt and Telescopic
Ambient Lighting
Not Applicable
No
Folding Rear Seats
Third Row Fold Flat
Not Applicable — Panel Van
Front Armrest
Not Available
No
Rear Armrest
Not Available
No
Cup Holders
2
2
Rear AC Vents
Rear Roof-Mounted AC Vents
No
Rear USB Ports
0
0
Steering Wheel Material
Urethane
Urethane
Instrument Cluster Type
Basic Analogue Gauges
Semi-Digital Instrument Cluster
Interior Colour Options
1
2
Driver Lumbar Support
Not Available
No
Door Map Pockets
Driver Door Pocket Only
Yes
Interior Courtesy Lamps
Commercial two-seat cab, vinyl floor covering, manual air-conditioning, analogue instrument cluster, AM/FM radio, power steering, high-roof cargo area with approximately 1.9m internal height
2-seat cab with sealed cargo bulkhead, air conditioning, electric windows, basic audio system, flat commercial load floor
Boot Space Seats Down
800
620
Seat Belt Warning
Front Seats
Yes
Seat Trim
Vinyl (Wipe-Clean Commercial Grade)
Cloth
Fabric Seats
Vinyl (Wipe-Clean Commercial Grade)
Yes
Leather Accented Seat Trim
Vinyl (Wipe-Clean Commercial Grade)
Cloth
Driver Seat Adjustment
Manual 4-Way Driver
6-Way Manual Adjustment
Adjustable Driver Seat
Manual 4-Way Driver
Yes
Driver Seat
Manual 4-Way Driver
Manual 6-Way Driver Seat Adjustment
60 40 Split Seat
Third Row Fold Flat
No
Seat Fold Type
Third Row Fold Flat
Not Applicable — Panel Van
Armrest Front
Not Available
No
Armrest Rear
Not Available
No
Rear Seat Centre Armrest
Not Available
No
Interior Colours
1
2
Interior Trim Colour
1
2
Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest
Not Available
No
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Manual 4-Way Driver
4-Way Manual Adjustment
Leather Seats
-
No
Adjustable Front Seat
-
Yes
Memory Seats
-
No
Cooled Seats
-
No
Front Headrest
-
Yes — Adjustable
Rear Headrest
-
Not Applicable
Spec
Eeco
Picanto Panel Van
Claimed Mileage
16.9 km/l
16.4 km/l
City Mileage
14.7 km/l
13.5 km/l
Highway Mileage
20.0 km/l
20.4 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
35 l
35 l
Emission Standard
Euro 5
Euro 5
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Not Applicable
No
Fuel Tank Litres
35
35
Real-world Mileage
16.9 km/l
16.4 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Distance To Empty
-
Yes
Low Fuel Warning
-
Yes
Spec
Eeco
Picanto Panel Van
Cruise Control
Not Available
No
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
No
Lane Keep Assist
Not Available
No
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
No
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Available
No
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
No
Parking Sensors
Not Available
No
Rear View Camera
Not Available
No
360 Degree Camera
Not Available
No
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Not Available
No
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Available
No
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
No
Blind Spot Warning
Not Available
No
Emergency Braking
Not Available
No
Pre-Collision System
Not Available
No
Reverse Camera
Not Available
No
Rear View Camera
Not Available
No
Reversing Camera
Not Available
No
Reverse Camera Type
Not Available
No
Around View Monitor
Not Available
No
Surround View Camera
Not Available
No
Parking Distance Sensors
Not Available
No
Parking Sensor
Not Available
No
Front Camera
Not Available
No
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
No
Auto Wipers
Not Available
No
Rain Sensor Wipers
Not Available
No
EV Mode
Not Available
Not Applicable — Petrol Engine
Auto Lights
Not Available
Yes
Rear Parking Sensors
Not Available
No
Auto Highbeam
Not Available
No
Park Assist
Not Available
No
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
Not Available
Eco Mode
-
Yes
Sport Mode
-
No
Automatic High Beam
-
No
Spec
Eeco
Picanto Panel Van
Infotainment System
No Infotainment — Basic Radio Provision
8-Inch Touchscreen Infotainment System
Infotainment Screen Size
No Infotainment — Basic Radio Provision
8-Inch Touchscreen
Apple CarPlay
Not Available
Yes
Android Auto
Not Available
Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity
Not Available
Yes
Number of Speakers
2
6
Navigation System
Not Available
Yes — Smartphone Navigation via Android Auto/CarPlay
Digital Instrument Cluster
Not Applicable
Yes — Partial Digital Instrument Cluster
USB Ports
0
2
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Not Available
Yes
FM Radio
AM/FM Radio Ready
Yes
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Not Available
Yes
Voice Recognition
Not Available
Yes
AUX Input
Not Available
Yes
Wi-Fi Hotspot
Not Available
No
Multi Information Display
Basic Analogue Gauges
Semi-Digital Instrument Cluster
Infotainment Screen
No Infotainment — Basic Radio Provision
8-Inch Touchscreen
Infotainment Display
No Infotainment — Basic Radio Provision
8-Inch Touchscreen Display
Display Audio
No Infotainment — Basic Radio Provision
8-Inch Touchscreen Infotainment System
Touchscreen
No Infotainment — Basic Radio Provision
8-Inch Touchscreen
Smartphone Connectivity
Not Available
Yes
Connected Services
Not Available
Yes
Audio Speakers
2
6
Rear Usb
0
No
Front Rear USB Charge Ports
0
2
Audio Controls On Steering
Not Available
Yes
Voice Control
Not Available
Yes
Radio
AM/FM Radio Ready
Yes
Audio
AM/FM Radio Ready
Yes
Audio System
AM/FM Radio Ready
Yes
Wireless Android Auto
Not Available
Yes
Premium Audio
-
No
Head Up Display
-
No
Spec
Eeco
Picanto Panel Van
LED Headlamps
Halogen Headlamps
No
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
Yes — LED Daytime Running Lights
Fog Lamps
Not Available
No
Roof Rails
Not Available
No
Alloy Wheel Design
Steel Wheels with Hub Caps
Standard Design
Chrome Exterior Finish
Not Available
No
Body Cladding
Not Available
No
Rear Spoiler
Not Available
Yes — Rear Integrated Spoiler
Exterior Colour Options
3
5
Roof Type
Standard Fixed Roof
Standard Fixed Roof
Wing Mirror Type
Manual Fold Flat Mirrors
Power Adjustable with Integrated Turn Indicators
Rear Wiper
Not Available
Yes — Standard Rear Wiper and Washer
Door Handle Finish
Black Door Handles
Body-Coloured Door Handles
Body Type
Van
3-Door Panel Van
Exterior Colour Options
2
2
Exterior Mirror Electric
Front Windows Only
Yes
Panoramic Sunroof
Not Available
No
Auto Headlights
Not Available
Yes
Automatic Headlamps
Not Available
Yes
Headlamps
Halogen Headlamps
No
Headlights
Halogen Headlamps
No
Headlight Type
Halogen Headlamps
No
Exterior Mirror Folding
Manual Fold
No
Led Headlights
Halogen Headlamps
No
Headlamp Levelling
Halogen Headlamps
No
Daytime Running Lights
Not Available
Yes — LED Daytime Running Lights
DRL
Not Available
Yes — LED Daytime Running Lights
Fog Lights
Not Available
No
Front Fog Lights
Not Available
No
Front Fog Lamps
Not Available
No
Rear Spoiler
Not Available
Yes — Rear Integrated Spoiler
Exterior Door Handle Colour
Black Door Handles
Body-Coloured Door Handles
Load Bed Liner
Not Available
Not Available
Active Exhaust
Not Available
Not Available
Electric Blind Sunroof
Not Available
Not Available
Sunroof Slide
Not Available
Not Available
Sunroof Tilt
Not Available
Not Available
Front Overhang
-
735 mm
Rear Overhang
-
460 mm
Rear Fog Lights
-
Yes
Led Taillights
-
No
Spec
Eeco
Picanto Panel Van
Approach Angle
22 deg
17 deg
Departure Angle
30 deg
22 deg
Wading Depth
0 mm
0 mm
Terrain Modes
Not Available
Not Available
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Underbody Protection
Not Available
Not Available
Ramp Breakover Angle
0 deg
0 deg
Recovery Hooks
1 Rear Tow Hook
1 Rear Tow Hook
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Ground Clearance Min
170 mm
155 mm
Ground Clearance Max
170 mm
155 mm
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Not Available
Off Road Descent Control
Not Available
Not Available
Terrain Response System
Not Available
Not Available
Crawl Control
Not Available
Not Available
Underbody Camera
Not Available
Not Available
Energy Recovery Display
Not Available
Not Available
Terrain Mode Mud
Not Available
Not Available
Terrain Mode Normal
Not Available
Not Available
Terrain Mode Rock
Not Available
Not Available
Terrain Mode Sand
Not Available
Not Available
Terrain Mode Snow
Not Available
Not Available
Off Road Traction Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Skid Plates Transfer Case
Not Available
Not Available
Skid Plates Fuel Tank
Not Available
Not Available
Front Skid Plate Guard
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Skid Plate Guard
Not Available
Not Available
Approach Angle Deg
22 deg
17 deg
Departure Angle Deg
30 deg
22 deg
Ramp-over Angle
0 deg
0 deg
Wading Depth Mm
0 mm
0 mm
Breakover Angle
0 deg
0 deg
Spec
Eeco
Picanto Panel Van
Tyre Size
155 R13 C
175/65 R14
Wheel Type
Steel Wheels with Hub Caps
Standard Design
Wheel Rim Size
13 Inches
14 Inches
Front Brake Type
Disc
Ventilated Disc
Rear Brake Type
Drum
Drum
Front Brake Disc Diameter
214 mm
247 mm
Rear Brake Drum Diameter
180 mm
180 mm
Parking Brake Type
Conventional Handbrake
Conventional Handbrake
Tyre Load Index
91
82
Tyre Speed Rating
Q
T
Spare Wheel Type
Full Size Spare
Full Size Spare Tyre
Tyre Pressure Monitoring
Not Available
Yes
Tyre Pressure Display
Not Available
Yes
Hydraulic Brake Assist
Standard
Yes
Autonomous Emergency Brake
Not Available
No
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Not Available
Yes
Wheel Material
Steel Wheels with Hub Caps
Standard Design
Wheels
Steel Wheels with Hub Caps
Standard Design
Brake Type Front
Disc
Ventilated Disc
Brake Type Rear
Drum
Drum
Spare Tyre
Full Size Spare
Full Size Spare Tyre
Spare Wheel Size Type
Full Size Spare
Full Size Spare
Handbrake Type
Conventional Handbrake
Conventional Handbrake
Electric Park Brake
Conventional Handbrake
Conventional Handbrake
Tyre Type
155 R13 C
Tubeless Radial
Wheel Size Type
13 Inches
14 Inches
Wheel Diameter
13 Inches
14 Inches
Fifth Wheel Prep
Not Available
Not Available
Steering Wheel Cruise Controls
Not Available
No
Steering Wheel Phone Controls
Not Available
Yes
Leather Steering Wheel
Urethane
Urethane
Steering Wheel Trim
Urethane
Urethane
Brakes
Disc
Ventilated Disc
Cornering Brake Control
Standard
Yes
Auto Brake Hold
Conventional Handbrake
Conventional Handbrake
Front Tyre Width
-
175 mm
Rear Tyre Width
-
175 mm
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
-
Yes
Spec
Eeco
Picanto Panel Van
Warranty Years
5
7 Years/150
Warranty Kilometers
5
7 Years/150
Roadside Assistance
5 Years Roadside Assistance
5 Years Roadside Assistance
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
3 Years Anti-Corrosion
5 Years
Basic Warranty
5
7 Years/150
Roadside Assistance
5 Years Roadside Assistance
5 Years Roadside Assistance
Warranty
5
7 Years/150
Warranty Roadside Assistance
5 Years Roadside Assistance
5 Years Roadside Assistance
Spec
Eeco
Picanto Panel Van
Real-world City Mileage Min
6.0 l/100km
6.9 l/100km
Real-world City Mileage Max
8.0 l/100km
8.4 l/100km
Real-world Highway Mileage Min
4.5 l/100km
4.5 l/100km
Real-world Highway Mileage Max
6.0 l/100km
5.3 l/100km
Owner Review Count
0
0
Spec
Eeco
Picanto Panel Van
Body Style
Van
Van
Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
published
active
Segment
Van
Van
Vehicle Type
Van
Van
Dealer Stock Note
Mid grade in the South Africa lineup
Mid grade in the South Africa lineup
Color Note
Solid White, Metallic Silver
Clear White, Aurora Black Pearl
Tare Mass Kg
905 kg
950 kg
Model Introduced Year
2017
2018
Generation
Second-generation Eeco on dedicated commercial platform with purpose-built high-roof body; G12B engine consistent across the Eeco's SA lifespan; commercial application specific, not shared with passenger vehicle range
Based on third-generation JA Picanto platform; commercial derivative
Facelift History
Second-generation Eeco in SA since 2017; minor exterior and interior updates in 2021; specification has remained stable — the buyer segment does not require frequent feature updates
Updated with third-generation Picanto platform in 2021
Facelift Launched Since
2021
2021
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Spec
Eeco
Picanto Panel Van
Price Zar
219900 ZAR
269995 ZAR
Pricing Role
Current listed price
Current listed price
Starting Price
219900
269995
Starting Price Zar
219900
269995
Ownership Role
Mid
Mid
Spec
Eeco
Picanto Panel Van
Engine
1.2-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol
1-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol
Engine Code
G12B
G3LA
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
1197 cc
998 cc
Cylinders
4
3
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Inline
Valves
8
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves per Cylinder
2
Not Officially Disclosed
Aspiration
Naturally Aspirated
Naturally Aspirated
Fuel System
Multi-Point Injection
Multi-Point Injection
Compression Ratio
9.5:1
10.5:1
Bore
68.5 mm
71 mm
Stroke
81.3 mm
84 mm
Maximum Power
61 kW @ 6000 rpm
49 kW @ 6000 rpm
Maximum Torque
103 Nm @ 3000 rpm
94 Nm @ 3500 rpm
Combined Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Motor Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Number of Motors
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Motor Location
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Drive Type
FWD
FWD
Transmission
5-Speed Manual
4-Speed Automatic
Top Speed
130 km/h
148 km/h
0-100 km/h
17.0 sec
14.5 sec
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Not Officially Disclosed
Eco
Launch Control
Not Officially Disclosed
No
Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
67.4 kW/tonne
51.6 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
113.8 Nm/tonne
98.9 Nm/tonne
Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Battery Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Battery Voltage
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Electric Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
DC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Regenerative Braking
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
In depth: how these cars differ
This Eeco and Picanto Panel Van comparison uses the exact South African derivatives selected above. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.
Performance index: Eeco 24 vs Picanto Panel Van 22.
Efficiency index: Eeco 65 vs Picanto Panel Van 63.
Safety-equipment index: Eeco 36 vs Picanto Panel Van 68.
Practicality index: Eeco 54 vs Picanto Panel Van 59.
Ownership-cover index: Eeco 60 vs Picanto Panel Van 77.
These figures are Hagalu catalogue-comparison indicators, not customer ratings, crash-test scores, resale guarantees or a substitute for a road test. Each page shows its weighted source coverage beside the result.
Specification Evidence Index
A transparent comparison of published catalogue fields. This is not a road-test score, owner rating or editorial review rating, and it appears only when every vehicle clears the same comparable-data threshold.
Evidence / 100
Evidence-index readout
Picanto Panel Van leads by 9 points
Picanto Panel Van has a modest catalogue-index lead, while Eeco remains close.
Performance
Eeco +2
Efficiency
Eeco +2
Safety
Picanto Panel Van +32
Practicality
Picanto Panel Van +5
Ownership
Picanto Panel Van +17
Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
Picanto Panel Van
Performance
22/100
Efficiency
63/100
Safety
68/100
Practicality
59/100
Ownership
77/100
Eeco
Performance
24/100
Efficiency
65/100
Safety
36/100
Practicality
54/100
Ownership
60/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexKIA Picanto Panel Van
leads the specification evidence index with 55 pts
vs 46 pts for Eeco
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Picanto Panel Van leads. However, Eeco may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
Related comparisons
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There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the exact South African derivatives on price, safety equipment, space, powertrain and ownership cover. The category indicators summarise published catalogue data; they are not a road test or customer rating.
Compare the published consumption or mileage rows for the exact derivatives using the same unit and test basis. A catalogue figure is useful for like-for-like comparison, but traffic, speed, load, weather and driving style can change actual fuel use.
Compare only equipment explicitly listed for each derivative, including airbags, stability control and driver-assistance systems. Confirm the exact trim with the manufacturer, and treat any independent crash-test result separately because equipment and ratings can differ by market.
A reliable five-year total cannot be calculated from catalogue data alone. Add the exact purchase and finance cost, fuel or electricity, insurance quotes, scheduled servicing, tyres and expected resale value. Check whether the selected derivative includes a service or maintenance plan.
Use the seating, boot or load-space, ISOFIX and safety rows as a first check. Then test the exact cars with your child seats, passengers and typical luggage, because published dimensions do not show every access or comfort difference.
Compare the published power, torque and 0–100 km/h rows when they are available for both exact derivatives. Vehicle weight, gearing and power delivery also matter, so catalogue outputs alone do not establish real-world overtaking or response.
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