Kia has showcased the all-new Kia Stonic, its first
compact crossover, at the 2017 Frankfurt Motor Show. The Stonic features signature design elements like the Tiger-Nose grille
and a Targa-style two-tone roof. The sides feature flared wheel arches with
plastic cladding for a macho look.
Inside, the Stonic features a 7-inch
touchscreen infotainment unit with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
compatibility. The Kia Connected Services powered by TomTom gives the driver
access to live traffic information. Other features include heated front seats,
cruise control and keyless entry.
On the safety front, the Stonic gets a driver and
passenger airbag; rollover detection curtain airbag; rear-view monitor with parking
guidance; driver attention warning; lane departure warning; preceding vehicle
and pedestrian collision warning; and Blind Spot Detection with Rear Cross
Traffic Alert.
Powering the Kia Stonic is a 1.0 T-GDI Engine that
is good for 120 PS of power. For Europe, the Stonic will also be available in
1.25 L and 1.4 L naturally aspirated petrol engines as well as a 1.6 L CRDi
diesel engine.
All engines come with a manual transmission. In the Korean
market, the Stonic’s U2 1.6-litre E-VGT diesel engine produces 110 PS and
300.08 Nm of torque. The drivetrain is an FWD unit paired with a 7-speed
dual-clutch transmission as standard.
The car comes with Kia’s 7-year/ 150,000 km
warranty which is also transferable. There’s a seven-year free map updates and
TomTom Live Service updates as part of the purchase. Prices of the Kia Stonic
will start at around £ 15,000 in the UK.
