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Dacia Sandero vs Kia Picanto — Side by side
Detailed face-off between the Dacia Sandero and the Kia Picanto: price, full specs, equipment, pros and watch-outs. Updated 2026.
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The Dacia Sandero is 6% cheaper than the Kia Picanto (MAD 130,000 vs MAD 139,000).
Editorial verdict
Which should you pick?
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Spec sheet comparison
| — | Dacia Sandero | Kia Picanto |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Dacia | Kia |
| Body | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Gearbox | Manual | Automatic |
| Power | 100 ch | 67 ch |
| Consumption | 5.6 L/100 km | 5.6 L/100 km |
| Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Entry price | MAD 130,000 | MAD 139,000 |
| Top trim price | MAD 187,000 | MAD 189,900 |
Pros and watch-outs
DaciaSandero
Pros
- Absolute Morocco best-seller — 15,000+ units/year since 2014
- 119,000 MAD entry price — Morocco's cheapest new car
- TCe 90 LPG bi-fuel version — +30% fuel savings vs 100% gasoline
- Densest Renault / Auto Hall network (15+ dealers, rural presence)
- 411 L boot — larger than Polo (351 L), 208 (309 L), Clio (301 L)
Watch-outs
- Basic finish in Essential — hard plastics, minimal equipment
- SCe 65 hp insufficient for long-distance motorway (153 km/h top)
- No dCi diesel version in Morocco since 2023
KiaPicanto
Pros
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Watch-outs
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Frequently asked — Dacia Sandero vs Kia Picanto
Dacia Sandero or Kia Picanto: which to pick in Morocco 2026?
It depends on your profile. If your top criterion is entry price, look at the Dacia Sandero (entry MAD 130,000). If you prioritise the engine or standard equipment, compare the spec sheet above line by line. For purely urban use in Morocco, fuel consumption and exterior size matter more than power; for long Casa-Tanger or Casa-Marrakech trips, power and motorway comfort become decisive.
What's the price gap between the Dacia Sandero and the Kia Picanto?
The Dacia Sandero starts at MAD 130,000 versus MAD 139,000 for the Kia Picanto, a 6% gap at entry. On top trims, the gap may close or invert — check each model's detailed page for the exact figure on the trim you're considering.
Which one holds value better when sold used?
In Morocco, Japanese and German C-SUVs (Toyota RAV4, VW Tiguan) typically retain 65-70% of their new price at 3 years, ahead of Chinese brands and newer SUVs that plateau around 55-60%. For an exact figure on your model, run the estimator at the top of each model page — it computes median + p25-p75 range based on the year and mileage you enter.
Where can the Dacia Sandero and Kia Picanto be test-driven in Morocco?
Both models are sold through their importers' official dealer networks in Morocco. For the latest list with addresses and phone numbers, see each model's /neuf/ page — every page lists the official importer and helps you find the nearest dealer to your city.