New Picanto dimensions

The new Picanto is only 60mm longer than its predecessor so that it still occupies slightly less than 3.6 metres of road space, but an increase of 15mm in wheelbase allied to some clever packaging ideas have resulted in significantly more cabin space. Front legroom has increased by 36mm, for example, while luggage capacity is 27% greater at 200 litres – and all with no change in the Picanto’s height or width.

The new Picanto comes with revised running gear. Featuring MacPherson struts at the front and a coupled torsion beam axle at the rear, a layout which gives the best combination of ride and handling while minimising intrusions into passenger and luggage space.

The front suspension helps towards improved straightline stability, while longer wheel travel and softer springs give a more supple ride. The rear axle is stiffer in the new Picanto to improve agility. Stability and ride comfort also benefit.

Continued…New Picanto safety