The Kia Stonic Gets a Facelift and Hybridization to Stand Out from the Crowd
This page is translated from the original post "Le Kia Stonic s’offre un lifting et une hybridation pour sortir de l’anonymat" in French.
- 01/09/2025 13:33
The Kia Stonic is certainly not the brand’s most famous SUV, but its latest facelift finally gives it a real personality.
The South Korean manufacturer Kia has unveiled the new generation of this urban crossover, which gains in style, technology, and versatility. An update that could well change the game for this discreet model.
With its 4.16 meters in length and 352 liters of trunk capacity, the Stonic maintains compact dimensions while offering a comfortable and adaptable cabin. Passenger space is optimized, with 1.07 meters of legroom in the front and rear space suitable for daily city commutes.
On the engine front, the only thermal version currently offered in France is expected to be quickly replaced by the new model equipped with micro-hybridization (MHEV). A strategic evolution, essential to avoid an ecological penalty that is now completely prohibitive for compact gasoline SUVs. No more manual gearbox, but a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic, ensuring a compromise between performance and consumption.
Better inside, more beautiful outside
The exterior facelift adopts Kia’s “Opposites United” philosophy, emphasizing expressive lines and a strong personality. The front end updates with the Star Map Signature Lighting and a more structured grille, while the front bumper and rear hatch have been redesigned. The taillights and the wheels, offered in 16 and 17 inches (the latter reserved for the GT-Line trim), bring a sporty and dynamic touch. Two new colors, Adventurous Green and Yacht Blue, complete the palette.
Inside, the Stonic approaches models from higher segments with a dual 12.3-inch panoramic display for instrumentation and infotainment. The Multimode Touch Display replaces traditional climate control buttons, and numerous features enhance daily life: wireless charging, USB-C ports, ambient lighting, and a redesigned steering wheel.
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Connectivity is enhanced with Kia Connect and the Digital Key, allowing control of certain vehicle functions via smartphone or smartwatch. Finally, the Stonic offers a range of driver assistance systems (ADAS), including intelligent adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assist, collision prevention, and blind spot detection.
French pricing has not yet been communicated, but the range is expected to start at the level of the current model, which is just under 25,000 euros.
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