🚗 Kia Picanto
II (TA) — 2011-2017
Popular economy city car – affordable and available parts
Complete guide to the Kia Picanto TA (2nd generation, 2011-2017) — most popular economy city car for new drivers in Algeria. Kappa engine with timing chain (no replacement), affordable parts, low maintenance costs.
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📋 Table of Contents
1. General Information
| Body type | Hatchback (5 doors, 5 seats) |
| Made in | Korea, Slovakia |
| Start of production | 2011 |
| End of production | 2017 |
2. Dimensions
| Length | 3595 mm |
| Width | 1595 mm |
| Height | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2385 mm |
| Ground clearance | 141 mm |
| Trunk (min) | 200 L |
| Trunk (max, folded) | 870 L |
3. Engines
| 1.0 (Kappa G3LA) | 68 Hp | 94 Nm | Petrol | 998 cc |
| 1.2 (Kappa G4LA) | 84 Hp | 121 Nm | Petrol | 1248 cc |
| 1.1 CRDi (D3EA) | 75 Hp | 155 Nm | Diesel | 1120 cc |
4. Fuel & Consumption
| Fuel tank | 35 L |
| 1.0 Kappa | 4.5 L/100km |
| 1.2 Kappa | 4.9 L/100km |
| Emission standard | Euro 5 |
5. Transmission & Drivetrain
| Drive | Front wheel drive |
| Gearbox | 5-speed manual OR 4-speed automatic |
6. Tires & Wheels
| Tires size | 155/70 R13 | 165/60 R14 | 175/50 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 4.5J x 13 | 5J x 14 | 5.5J x 15 |
| Tire pressure (cold) | 2.1 bar / 2.1 bar |
7. Brakes & Suspension
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs Ø 241 mm |
| Rear brakes | Drums Ø 180 mm |
| Front suspension | MacPherson strut |
| Rear suspension | Torsion beam |
8. Fluid Capacities
| Engine oil (Kappa) | 3.3 L (with filter) |
| Coolant | 3.6 L |
| MT oil | 1.9 L (75W-85 GL-4) |
| Brake fluid | 0.5 L (DOT 4) |
9. Maintenance Schedule
| Engine oil change | 10,000 km |
| Air filter | 20,000 km (Algeria) |
| Cabin filter | 20,000 km |
| Timing chain | No replacement |
| Coolant flush | 40,000 km |
| Spark plugs | 100,000 km (Iridium) |
10. Recommended Filters
| Oil filter Mann | W 68/3 — OEM: 26300-02500 |
| Air filter Mahle | LX 2079 |
| Cabin filter | LA 926 (Mahle) |
11. Recommended Oil
| Kappa engines | 5W-30 API SN — Total Quartz Ineo First (3.3 L) |
| Manual transmission oil | 75W-85 GL-4 |
12. Common Failures
| Ignition coils | After 100,000 km — 2,500 DA |
| Front shock KYB | After 60,000 km on Algerian roads |
| Water pump | After 120,000 km — 4,500 DA |
| Radiator fan sensor | Common in summer |
13. Algerian Market
| Import | Imported 2011-2017 — popular with students and new drivers |
| Average price | 0.9 – 1.4 million DA |
| Popular version | 1.1 GL manual |
| Parts availability | Excellent — affordable |
🔧 Timing Belt Diagram
Kit: Chain (Kappa engines)
🔧 Serpentine Belt Diagram
Reference: Gates 4PK860
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