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With the European compact crossing market, which is twice to 2.2 million vehicles by 2020, it is no wonder that a rash of new cars will be started in this sector.
Grand sellers founded, including Nissan Juke and Renault Captur, are accompanied by people such as Arona, Hyundai Kona, Citroen C3 Aircross and Ford Fiesta Active.
The Stony is Kia’s participant in this so-called B-SUV segment from Jacked Superminis.
The South Korean company seems to secure its bets, since depending on where they look, it is marketed as an SUV and urban crossover.
I prefer the latter description because no cars in this category have serious off-road capabilities. Instead, combine the strengths of a well -packed supermini with the increased driving height and the perceived robustness of an SUV.
Based on the Kia Rio, The Stonic is a good -looking, well -proportioned car. A little longer and muscular than the Rio, it is also 70 mm larger and rides 42 mm higher from the floor.
KIAS Signature ‘Tiger-Nose’ front radiator grille is at the front, there is a “sparkling plate” and a roof spoiler at the back and roof rails, and like most of the opposition, it is only available as a front-wheel drive.
There are two refreshingly simple equipment variant-“2” and the high-quality “first edition”, the latter maintained two-color paintings roof, the door levels and the rear spoiler are either in black, lind green, red or in black, lime green, red or selected orange, Depending on the choice of the main body color, with suitable color accents in the cabin.
The interior is comfortable and spacious with enough leg and headroom for two adults in full size. The rear seats share 60:40, while the 352-liter trunk is decent, if not the class, and the load area extends to a useful 1,155 liters, with the rear seats folded down.
The instruments are uncomplicated and everything seems to be well put together, although a few soft touch plastics were not correct.
There is a 7.0-inch display with DAB radio and MP3 compatibility in the grade “2”, while models “First Edition” receive touchscreen navigation. Android Auto and Apple CarPlay smartphone integration is standard in the entire area.
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) and vehicle stability management (VSM), which help to keep control of bad weather or on poorly thawed roads, and Hill Start Assist (to prevent the car from rolling backwards) Standard.
The first edition has autonomous emergency braking (AEB) and LDW security systems (Lane Abraining Warning should now be standard in all car processes.
All models also receive goodies, including 17-inch alloy wheels, air conditioning systems, electrical windows in the rear area, rear parking sensors, remote locking, electrically adjustable, heated door levels, LED tag running light and an audio system with six speakers.
“First edition” adds an engine start/stop button, stainless steel pedals, black fabric and gray synthetic leather cushions with color accents, automatic air conditioning, LED racks, privacy on the rear side windows and tailgate, heated front seats and D -LED rear lights. -Schated steering wheel and detection of the blind spot with rear traffic warning.
The price from £ 16,295 to £ 20.495 is definitely well equipped and there is a selection of three engine-one 1.4-liter four-cylinder petrol of 98 hp, a 1.0-liter turbo petrol of 118 hp and a 108 BHP 1.6-liter diesel.
We have tested cars that are equipped with the 1.0-liter petrol and diesel units, although gasoline is the most popular choice.
For recording, the diesel is the most economical with a demanding fuel consumption of 67.3 MPG and emissions of 109 g/km, while the smaller petrol engine is a second faster (0-60 miles in 9.9 seconds) and 56.5 MPG and 115 g/in the position is km emissions.
For me, the powerful 1.0-liter petrol turbo is the selection of the engines that offer lively performance and surprisingly good refinement. If you carry out serious motorway miles, the diesel is of course the better option. It is also a solid performer, but somehow the excitement of the small three-pot is missing.
The steering is light and makes it perfect for urban streets and it is a light car, while the six-speed manual boxes on the two engines I tried are particularly smooth.
The car generally feels agile and comfortable on the street and thanks to the relatively stiff suspension there is very little bodies. However, the disadvantage of this is that street noise can be felt and the bumps can feed back into the cabin.
It is not perfect, but overall it is a very personable car and the different color combinations really make it out.
Verdict: The new Kia Stonic is an impressive addition to the compact crossover sector and deserves to be in every selection list. Good -looking, generously equipped, well built and easy to drive, is also equipped with KIAS unbeatable seven -year guarantee.
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