The Kia Stonic has received a comprehensive facelift, adopting styling features from the EV lineup
The Kia Stonic is a small SUV veteran, having been around since 2017. In order to keep it fresh against the fierce competition, the Korean brand has introduced a facelift for its entry-level model, bringing major styling upgrades and an overhauled interior.
The Stonic had already received a facelift in 2020, but changes were minor. The 2025 update brings it on par with Kia’s newer models, including its EV lineup. The new face includes modern LEDs flanking a slimmer grille, as well as a fresh bumper. The latter has a different design in the GT-Line trim, with sportier intakes surrounded by an aluminum-style skid plate.
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The profile is largely carried over but gains new designs for the alloy wheels measuring 16 and 17 inches in diameter. Kia designers have also updated the color palette with the addition of Adventurous Green and Yacht Blue. At the rear, the Stonic has gained C-shaped LEDs extending on the cleaner tailgate, and a redesigned bumper.
The new bumpers have resulted in a 65 mm (2.6 inches) increase in length compared to its predecessor. Still, the Stonic retains one of the most compact footprints in the B-SUV segment, measuring 4,165 mm (164 inches) long.
The interior has been overhauled with a redesigned dashboard and a new digital cockpit comprising dual 12.3-inch screens. The physical climate controls are gone and the A/C can now be operated through the central touchscreen. Other changes include a new steering wheel, ambient lighting, a wireless charging pad, and USB-C ports. The boot capacity remains the same at 352 lt (12.4 cubic feet).
The small SUV also benefits from connected car features and a more generous ADAS suite including navigation-based Smart Cruise Control, Highway Driving Assist, and Blind-spot Collision Avoidance Assist with Safe Exit Warning.
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The facelifted Stonic still rides on the architecture of the discontinued Rio hatchback. It is exclusively available with the turbocharged 1.0-liter T-GDI three-cylinder gasoline engine in regular and mild-hybrid forms. The mill has been slightly updated, and now generates 99 hp (74 kW / 100 PS) and 113 hp (85 kW / 115 PS) respectively. Power is transmitted to the front axle via a six-speed manual or a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic.
Kia will announce more info concerning the launch of the updated Stonic in Europe, Australia, and other global markets in the near future.
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