Verdict
The Kia Picanto costs RM47,079, undercutting the Wuling Bingo’s RM67,800 by RM20,721, and carries five people in a 3,595 mm body. Its 83 hp, 122 Nm 1.25-litre petrol engine is paired with a four-speed automatic and rated at 5.8 L/100 km. The larger 3,950 mm Bingo trades a fifth seat for a 395-litre boot, 31.9 kWh battery and 273 km EV range. For a Malaysian buyer with home or destination charging, the Bingo’s 7 kW AC and 50 kW DC charging make its extra cost easier to justify.
Pick the Kia Picanto if you need five seats, a smaller 3,595 mm hatchback and want to save RM20,721 upfront.
Pick the Wuling Bingo if you can charge an EV and prioritise a 273 km range, 395-litre boot and larger cabin footprint.
Key differences
- Price: Kia Picanto RM47,079; Wuling Bingo RM67,800.
- Powertrain: Picanto 1,248 cc petrol engine with 83 hp and 122 Nm; Bingo single motor with 67 hp and 150 Nm.
- Energy use: Picanto is rated at 5.8 L/100 km; Bingo has a 31.9 kWh battery and 273 km EV range.
- Charging: Picanto has a 35-litre fuel tank; Bingo supports 7 kW AC and 50 kW DC charging.
- Size and boot: Picanto is 3,595 mm long with 255 litres; Bingo is 3,950 mm long with 395 litres.
- Seating: Picanto has five seats and five three-point belts; Bingo has four seats and four three-point belts.
Picanto
- RM20,721 lower purchase price.
- Five seats in a shorter 3,595 mm body.
- 14-inch alloy wheels and three rear parking sensors.
- 255-litre boot trails the Bingo’s 395 litres.
- No EV range or AC/DC charging capability.
- Halogen projector headlamps versus the Bingo’s LED projectors.
Bingo
- 273 km EV range from a 31.9 kWh battery.
- 395-litre boot and 2,560 mm wheelbase.
- LED projector headlamps and 10.25-inch touchscreen.
- Costs RM20,721 more than the Picanto.
- Four seats instead of five.
- 15-inch steel wheels with hubcaps, versus the Picanto’s 14-inch alloys.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM47,079✓ | RM67,800 |
| Body type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Segment | A-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM70 | RM20✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-Valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,248 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 83 hp | — |
| Torque | 122 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore | 71 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 67 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | — | 150 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | — | 31.9 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 273 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 7 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 50 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 4-Speed Automatic | — |
| Gears | 4 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Hyundai | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | 5.8 L/100 km | — |
| Co2 | 134 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 3,595 mm | 3,950 mm |
| Width | 1,595 mm | 1,708 mm |
| Height | 1,485 mm | 1,580 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,400 mm | 2,560 mm |
| Weight | 983 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 35 litres | — |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 255 litres | 395 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 175/65R14 | 185/60R15 |
| Rear Tyre | 175/65R14 | 185/60R15 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | — |
| Factory Tyres | Nexen N'blue HD Plus | Linglong Green-Max HP |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 14" Alloy | 15" Steel Wheels with Hubcaps |
| Rear Wheels | 14" Alloy | 15" Steel Wheels with Hubcaps |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 3 stars | — |
| ANCAP | 4 stars — With AEB | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front & Rear Curtains |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual For Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 4 Three-point |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer rear passenger seats | Available on Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Available for all seats | Front Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen projector | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustment | Powered Driver's Seat, Manual Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-Folding | 50:50 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Manual Single-Zone | Manual Air Conditioning |
| Power Sockets | 2 Front | 1 USB Front |
| Interior Lighting | Room lamp | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 1 Rear | 2 Front, 1 Rear |
| Audio | 7.0-inch Touchscreen Radio with CD, MP3, AUX, USB, Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 6 speakers | 10.25" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 4-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto-down Function |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Operation (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | — | Passive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Operation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 3 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-year/120,000 km Battery Warranty, 8-year/160,000 km Drive Motor Warranty |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
Used Picanto & Bingo for sale
Picanto vs Bingo FAQ
Is the Kia Picanto or Wuling Bingo better?
The Bingo is better for an owner who can charge regularly and needs its 273 km EV range and 395-litre boot. The Picanto is the better choice for five-seat use and a RM20,721 lower upfront cost.
What is the price difference?
The Wuling Bingo costs RM20,721 more than the Kia Picanto: RM67,800 against RM47,079.
Can the Wuling Bingo be charged quickly?
Yes. The Bingo supports AC charging at up to 7 kW and DC charging at up to 50 kW. The Picanto is petrol-powered, with a 35-litre fuel tank.