The compact crossover from the Korean company gets a restyling with new exteriors and redone interiors. 1.0 3-cylinder engine with power increased to 100 HP for the petrol version, to 115 HP for the mild hybrid. Orders already open and deliveries from the end of the year, with a list price starting from 22,800 euros
Kia presented the new one Stonic. This is the second major restyling of the model born in 2017, after that of 2020. The compact B-segment crossover from the Korean company now features a new designwith new exteriors and redone interiors, e more powerful engines. The 1.0-litre 3-cylinder turbo has now increased to 100 HP in the a version gas and at 115 HP as regards the mild hybrid. “The new Stonic is the perfect example of how Kia brings elevated design and high-end technology to the market,” he said Sjoerd Knippingchief operating officer of Kia Europe. “This comprehensive redesign is a stylish and intelligent solution for drivers across Europe who want more from their compact crossovers,” Knipping added.
design, dimensions, Exteriors
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With design Opposites United Kia has thus decided to transform its Stonic, which compared to the last generation, mostly maintains its compact dimensions. The only exception is his lengthwhich has been increased by 25 millimeters thanks to the reshaped front and rear bumpers and thus reaches 4,165 mm. 1,520 mm high and 1,760 mm wide, it has a wheelbase of 2,580 mm. There are then several changes on the frontincluding Kia’s Signature Star Map lighting, more visible front and lower grilles and an updated front fender. Al rear instead we find a new tailgate design, revised headlights, a skid plate and an updated bumper shape. These visual changes are complemented by new wheel options across the range, including 16- and 17-inch alloys. For the sportier GT-Line setup, 17″ alloy wheels only. The colors for the body they now have two more colors: Adventurous Green and Yacht Blue.
infotainment, interior, technology
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Inside the passenger compartment of the new Kia Stonic we find a double panoramic displaywith two high-resolution 12.3″ screens for infotainment and information on the vehicle itself. The multimodal touch display thus replaces traditional controls with an interface that allows the driver of this compact B-segment crossover to easily switch from one setting to another. The passenger compartment also introduces new interior designs steering wheel two and three spokes, the gear knob, the center console and the dashboard are all updated. The interior also features USB-C fast charging ports, wireless smartphone charging and ambient lighting. Equipped with Kia Connectthis new model offers cloud-based services and real-time vehicle diagnostics. For this Stonic it is also possible to monitor, control and interact remotely at any time with your vehicle via theKia app. Additionally, the digital key allows you to unlock and start the vehicle with a supported smartphone or smartwatch. On this new model the Adasor advanced driver assistance systems.
Engines, performances, versions
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The new Kia Stonic is available with a 1.0 T-Gdi 3-cylinder turbo petrol engine with a maximum power of 100 HP, or in the mild hybrid version which delivers up to 115 HP. Both engines reach 172 Nm of torque and can have a six-speed manual gearbox or a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic gearbox. 200 Nm of torque for the mild hybrid with automatic transmission. The acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h of this Kia Stonic is between 10.7 and 12.1 seconds, with a maximum speed of 179 km/h for the petrol version, 182 km/h for the mild hybrid. CO2 emissions instead fluctuate between 120 and 133 g/km. “We have reinvented what a B-segment urban crossover can be,” he said Pablo Martínez Masipvice president of Product and Marketing at Kia. “We have combined advanced technology, bold design and intelligent mobility in an accessible and ambitious package.” List price starts from 22,800 euros for the version Urban petrol, to get to 30,750 euros for the mild hybrid version GT-Line.
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