The KIA Stonic becomes the most affordable SUV in the Korean range after a discount of more than 3,700 euros, bringing it below 20,000 euros. This redesigned model arrives with a turbo gasoline engine that certifies a consumption of 5.7 liters per 100 km, along with standard equipment that includes a touchscreen and safety assistants. For the average citizen, it is a reliable and practical alternative at Dacia prices.
A turbo engine that pushes without asking too much at the pump ⛽
Under the hood, the Stonic mounts a 1.0-liter turbo block with 100 HP, enough to move comfortably in the city and on the highway. The six-speed manual gearbox is the standard option, although there is a version with a dual-clutch automatic transmission. Real-world consumption is close to 6.5 liters in mixed use, far from the official 5.7 but still contained. In terms of safety, it adds lane-keeping assist and autonomous emergency braking as standard, something we previously only saw in higher segments.
The low-cost SUV that overshadows Dacia (and your wallet) 💸
That a car drops below 20,000 euros with this equipment is almost a financial miracle. The Stonic is not a sports car, but it doesn't pretend to be: it accelerates from 0 to 100 in 10.4 seconds, enough time for you to finish your coffee before reaching the traffic light. That said, if you're looking for an SUV that looks like a tank, you'd better keep looking, because here hard plastic and tight tolerances are the norm. But for the price, you almost feel like forgiving it for the fact that the mirrors fold manually.