Used Kia Stonic for sale

What types of used Kia Stonic cars are there?

The Kia Stonic is one of the most compact crossover models you can buy from any brand – it shares parts with the Rio, which means it’s based on a supermini, rather than a full-size family hatchback.

Pass one on the road, and you’d be forgiven for thinking this is a standard hatchback model, but the rugged-looking body kit and slightly raised ride height give the car some added appeal.

Popular Kia Stonic trims

Kia uses logical, number-based trim levels, like ‘2’ and ‘3’, but there are also sporty-looking GT-Line variants that offer more equipment than the standard model.

> Kia Stonic ‘2’ - basic car with air-con, cruise control and eight-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto

> Kia Stonic ‘3’ - worthwhile upgrade with automatic wipers, heated front seats and reversing camera

> Kia Stonic GT-Line S - top-spec edition with front parking sensors, adaptive cruise control (automatic only) and heated steering wheel

Kia Stonic history

Combining its experience in building high-quality, compact and affordable cars with the UK’s love of crossovers and SUVs, Kia launched the Stonic in 2017.

> Kia Stonic (2017) - Kia launches its smallest crossover with plenty of engine and trim level options

> Mild hybrid Kia Stonic (2020) - 1.0-litre turbocharged petrol gets mild hybrid assistance for reduced emissions

What features does the Kia Stonic have?

Every used Kia Stonic for sale will come with at least 17-inch alloy wheels, air-con, electric windows, rear parking sensors, Bluetooth, voice recognition, automatic lights and LED daytime running lights.

Since then, Kia has updated the Stonic to keep in line with many of its rivals. A top-spec ‘4’ model will get things like heated seats, a heated steering wheel, sat-nav and a reversing camera.

Watch out for some limited-run models, like the Quantum, which is generally considered a mid-spec model, and the First Edition, which is a high-spec version.

Is the Kia Stonic reliable?

Thankfully, Kia is known for building reliable cars, and all of its models including the Stonic are covered by a seven-year/100,000-mile warranty.

The Stonic shares many of its mechanical parts with other models, like the Rio and Ceed, as well as Hyundai cars like the Bayon, i20 and i30.

How much does the Kia Stonic cost to run?

There’s no such thing as an inefficient Kia Stonic – the pick of the bunch is the 1.0-litre turbocharged, mild hybrid petrol, which is punchy and hugely economical. The other engine options are just as cheap to run.

Other regular costs, like insurance, tax and maintenance, are typically cheap for a Kia Stonic too.

Who is the Kia Stonic suitable for?

A used Kia Stonic for sale is a great pick for anyone who’s used to driving small hatchbacks, but who wants a little extra interior space.

It shares some parts with the Hyundai Bayon, but you may also wish to consider cars like the Ford Puma, Volkswagen T-Cross and Renault Captur.