2021 Kia Stonic review | Australia

In this video, Amelia reviews the latest sub-compact SUV offering from Kia to Australia. The all-new 2021 Kia Stonic in it’s top GT-Line trim.
Does that mean it is plush and packed with advanced equipment? Well, not really. What it means is that it is a higher version of the Kia Rio with a few added perks and that much loved elevated driving position.
In terms of design, the Stonic follows the ideas of its more expensive siblings, incorporating their styling direction into its smaller body.
There are two engine options to choose from and I have the more hardcore one. Now there's a little irony in my voice in case you couldn't tell. Because you see, the ‘more hardcore’ version has a 1 L 3-pot engine that produces 74 kW and 172 Nm. The good news is that this engine has direct injection and it turbocharged, so all the torques are available from 1500 revs all the way up to 4000. This engine is paired exclusively with a 7-speed dual-clutch gearbox and it officially consumes 5.4 L per 100 km.
The other powering option available to the Kia Stonic is a 1.4 L multi-point injection 4-pot with 74 kW as well, but 133 Nm. That one’s also paired with a 6-speed auto or a manual.
Rivals for the Kia Stonic include the Mazda CX-3, Hyundai Venue, Toyota Yaris Cross, Ford Puma, and other subcompact SUVs.
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[@craigthacker]

Looks to be worth a test drive for someone looking for a sub-compact SUV. About the same price as Hyundai Venue but more sporty looking.

[@GG-ud8id]

I bought the Stonic recently. I found the Venue too boxy, and the Stonic had better features overall.

[@b.p.r.]

But Amelia you forgot to tell us that it can be really annoying because every time you turn the car on it goes into eco-mode.

[@bign1667]

Any word on when we can expect the next generation kia stinger?

[@robertceroli3512]

Should have dropped the 2.0 eng from the Kona then it would have good balance of performance and economy .as is 3pot turbo punch's out 70 something is nah better options out there at that price point eg Suzi s cross 30k .14 turbo 6sp TC auto

[@mrstardhi6420]

Is this car same as kia sonet in my country in Asia?

[@bennywang812]

5:06 two cup holders and a egg creme chocolate 😂

[@bambangharyonosoeroso]

Nice car!

[@MrBenHaynes]

I see MG ZS in the rear and tail light section. I'd get the Rio GT, save money, fuel and have better driving dynamics. In actual fact, it's not too much of a financial stretch from the Stonic GT to the Cerato GT (now that's a cracking drive)

[@Rally4Life1982]

People are dumb though. 24k for the Rio with the 1.0 turbo or an extra 6 for a lift

[@MrBenHaynes]

@@Rally4Life1982 coined the "SUV tax" !

[@MrTonifumi]

Funny how she comments on touchscreen controls BUT no car reviewer comments when Euro cars don't put indicator stalk on the right...... something you touch multiple times every minute!

[@MrBenHaynes]

My pet peeve. I get very fumi, Toni.

[@firebolt2310]

The Kia Stonic looks cool but the only downside is the engine 99HP is not enough, but I prefer Amelia more than the Kia Stonic xD

[@Magnetorheological]

Whoa, 99HP!? That's a bit too hardcore for me, I'm afraid...

[@adhitiap6918]

Is this car using same platform with KIA Seltos? Their size looks identical

[@stevenfuao46]

It’s based on the Kia Rio :)

[@booyakasha5432]

No it's smaller. Somewhere in between seltos and sonet.

[@adhitiap6918]

I've googled it, and you were right, Stonic is larger in size than Seltos

[@tyrapereira9607]

I think the Seltos is larger in size. It’s based on the Rio

[@booyakasha5432]

@@adhitiap6918 seltos is larger than stonic.

[@Rally4Life1982]

I'm surprised they still offer the crappy 1.4L......its an unrefined slug of a motor.

[@bennywang812]

Stonic, CX-3, Kona, or CH-R?

[@jodie883]

They're all slightly bigger and more expensive. A better comparison would be with the Yaris Cross.

[@robertceroli3512]

CX 3 has a decent 2.0 eng and 6sp TC auto

[@laurentiutrifan8173]

Nice.

[@laurentiutrifan8173]

Where (the fuck) is Simone ? 😐

[@liksoonlo]

Gorg lady.

[@Mr2pint]

That's a good looking sh*t box 👍

[@Ausscratchie]

Just like ya mum..

[@ohongho]

You don't need to talk crap if you can't buy it

[@Mr2pint]

@@ohongho I like it 👍

[@geoffdrew5207]

Have been test driving a few cars, this was not one of the best.

[@gohondaboy]

Amelia😍

[@xconankunx4530]

Front looks like a stinger but fatter

[@letsseeif]

No. I need a SMALLER SUV than either the Stonic or the Seltos. A Micro SUV version more akin to the Kia Picanto. -> A CITY SUV with a very small 'footprint', but extra height. ie.to replace the GETZ.

[@booyakasha5432]

Kia sonet.

[@letsseeif]

@@booyakasha5432 - I'll check. Thanks Booyakaska. :-)

[@mandyjorias9140]

YES!! I hear you!! I was so hoping this could replace my Getz but that pathetic engine puts me off I don't want to pay for the GT..

[@letsseeif]

@@mandyjorias9140 goood luck. Let's know how you go.

[@letsseeif]

@@mandyjorias9140 We agree. Good luck :-) :-)

[@shoryukenpower]

Amelia been hittin' the workouts! Looking so statuesque and lean! Total hottie. Car is okay.

[@harishharish1932]

lov u mele

[@NoOne-qx4xv]

too low sit

[@KJSvitko]

All electric vehicles are the future. Why are legacy auto makers dumping old ICE technology into Australia ? Australia needs to follow other countries and mandate a phase out of petrol and diesel vehicles.