Kia Stonic joins the already impressive SUV line up for KIA in Australia. Do we really need yet another small urban SUV like the Stonic, Stick around for a minute and we will find out.
A purely urban based front wheel drive the Stonic comes with a plethora of safety features, class leading multi Bluetooth connectivity as well as having its ride and handling retuned for the Australian market.
Top of the range is the GT Line comes with a 1.0L Turbo petrol engine that produces 74kW and 172Nm and drives the front wheels through a 7 speed DCT.
In addition it gets
- Sport suspension tuning
- 17-inch alloys,
- Different body package,
- MFR LED headlights,
- two tone colour or sunroof,
- cloth and artificial leather seats,
- climate control air conditioning,
- Privacy glass and electrochromic mirror.
Driving the Stonic around town, you can see why it will be popular, it’s comfortable with lots of standard features and adequate ride around our bumpy suburban streets.
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KIA has entered an ultra-competitive segment, the urban 2WD SUV with a competitive model, and the GT Line priced at $29,990 drive away is a good price.
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Im Rob Fraser
What is good?
- Economy
- Looks stylish
- AWD safety
What is not so good?
- Overpriced
- Tacky interior
- C-HR is better and cheaper
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- VW T-Cross
Model |
Kia Stonic GT Line |
| Model Price | $29,990 Driveaway |
| Engine | 1.0l 3 Cyl Turbo |
| Drivetrain | 7 Speed DCT FWD |
| Power | 172kW @ 6,000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm @ 1500-4000rpm |
| Safety | TBA |
| CO2 Emissions | 125 g/km |
| Economy ADR | 5.4 L/100km |
| Tow Capacity | 900 Kg |
| Tow Ball Rating | 75 kg |
| Servicing | 7 years Capped Price |
| Warranty | 7yr/ Unlimited km with Conditional 8Yr. roadside assist |
*MLP – Manufacturers List Price includes GST and LCT but excluding statutory charges, dealer costs and dealer delivery. See your dealer for RDAP. Does not include price of any options.
Overall Rating |
79/100 |
| Behind the Wheel | 8 |
| Comfort | 8 |
| Equipment | 8 |
| Performance | 7 |
| Ride and Handling | 7 |
| Practicality | 8 |
| Fit for Purpose | 9 |
| Urban Appeal | 8 |
| Styling | 8 |
| Value for Money | 8 |
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Overall Rating
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Behind the Wheel - 8/108/10
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Comfort - 8/108/10
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Equipment - 8/108/10
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Performance - 7/107/10
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Ride and Handling - 7/107/10
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Practicality - 8/108/10
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Fit for Purpose - 9/109/10
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Urban Appeal - 8/108/10
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Styling - 8/108/10
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Value for Money - 8/108/10
Summary
Driving the Stonic around town, you can see why it will be popular, it’s comfortable with lots of standard features and adequate ride around our bumpy suburban streets.
KIA has entered an ultra-competitive segment, the urban 2WD SUV with a competitive model, and the GT Line priced at $29,990 drive away is a good price.
