Kia Stonic 2026

Kia Stonic Model	Body Type	Specs	Price
S Mhev	Body Type: SUV	Specs: 1.0L ULP 7 SP AUTO	Price: $28,180
Sport Mhev	Body Type: SUV	Specs: 1.0L ULP 7 SP AUTO	Price: $32,290
Gt-Line Mhev	Body Type: SUV	Specs: 1.0L ULP 7 SP AUTO	Price: $35,740

Kia Stonic 2026 Colours

There are eight colours available on the Kia Stonic, including 'Yacht Blue', 'Adventurous Green', 'Snow White Pearl', 'Aurora Black Pearl', 'Signal Red', 'Astro Grey', 'Sparkling Silver' and 'Clear White'.

Adventurous Green

Astro Grey

Aurora Black Pearl

Clear White

Signal Red

Snow White Pearl

Sparkling Silver

Yacht Blue

Kia Stonic 2026 FAQs

Are there problems with the touch screen on a 2021 Kia Stonic?

Plenty of makes and models have glitches with their touch-screens and other on-board functions. And it would seem Kias of this vintage are no different. Problems include the touch function becoming unresponsive and the entertainment unit even deciding for itself when to turn on the music or make a phone call!

Ultimately, you may need to replace the entire head unit, but at that point, you could go with something aftermarket that offers more features and better sound.

But before you do that, try this: Next to the volume or tuning knob on the central display unit, there should be a small, round indentation. By pressing this with something small but pointy (like a ball-point pen tip or small knitting needle) you’re effectively resetting or rebooting the unit. The screen will momentarily go blank, but when it returns, you might find everything working again. But while this may restore things back to normal, the symptoms may pop up again over time as this is known as a soft reset, not a hard reset.

It would also be worth checking with your Kia dealer to see if the factory has issued any software upgrades for your car that might make things work more reliably.

What is the most common problem with the Kia Stonic?

The most commonly reported problems with the Kia Stonic are loud engine noises and rattling.

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Kia Stonic 2026 Boot Space

The big news is the addition of a 48-volt mild hybrid system, and that 48-volt battery is under the boot floor. But because it's hidden under a flat partition, it doesn't impact boot space.

Kia is still claiming 352 litres of volume with the rear seats in place and 1155 litres with the rear seats folded flat. You do, however, miss out on some under-boot storage and any spare wheel. You just get a tyre repair kit.

Kia Stonic 2026 Dimensions

Dimensions for the 2026 Kia Stonic are dependent on which body type is chosen. The maximum width and height is 1760mm x 1485mm and can vary on the basis of model.

Kia Stonic Model	Body Type	Height x Width x Length	Ground Clearance
Gt-Line Mhev	Body Type: SUV	Height x Width x Length: 1485x1760x4165 mm	Ground Clearance: 183 mm
Sport Mhev	Body Type: SUV	Height x Width x Length: 1485x1760x4165 mm	Ground Clearance: 183 mm
S Mhev	Body Type: SUV	Height x Width x Length: 1485x1760x4165 mm	Ground Clearance: 165 mm

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Kia Stonic 2026 Interior

It is a tale of good and bad in the cabin of the Stonic. The good is the fact that it all feels very familiar and very Kia, which isn't a bad thing. The bad is it is feeling a little bit old school in places. There's no wireless phone mirroring, for example, so you need to plug in. And even then you need to plug in with a USB-A rather than a USB-C, despite having both plugs at your disposal. Some of the door materials aren't just cheap and hard plastic, they feel a bit flimsy in places, as well. Same with the centre console plastics. There are some elements where you could definitely lift up the ambience in the interior.

Kia Stonic 2026 Accessories

You can have your Stonic in three flavours, the S, Sport and GT-Line, with retail pricing stepping from $28,180, to $32,290, to the range-topping $35,740.

The S is pretty basic in terms of kit, riding on 16-inch alloys, nabbing LED lights and DRLs, cloth seats, manual air-con and a six-speaker stereo. Tech comes via an 8.0-inch central screen with wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto (but do pack a USB-A cable to make it work, which feels very old school), as well as a 4.2-inch driver display and a smart key with push-button start.

The Sport packs in plenty more. Your alloys are now 17 inches, you get LED front fog lights, and your cloth seats now have synthetic-leather trim. You also get centre console storage, single-zone climate control, a better feeling steering wheel and shifter and rain-sensing wipers. You also get a bigger 12.0-inch central screen, extra USB-C ports and access to the Kia Connect app and over-the-air updates.

Finally, the GT-Line rides on a unique 17-inch alloy wheel design, and nabs a sunroof, heated front seats, a heated steering wheel and ambient interior lighting. It gets the full Kia twin-screen treatment, with two 12.3-inch displays handling multimedia and driving data and you get a wireless charger.

Kia Stonic 2026 Engine

All Stonics get the same powertrain. A clever three-cylinder, 1.0-litre turbo-petrol with 48-volt assistance. That means 88kW and 172Nm (up from 74kW). It has a seven-speed dual-clutch auto transmission.

Kia Stonic 2026 Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption for the 2026 Kia Stonic is dependent on the type of engine, transmission, or model chosen. The Kia Stonic currently offers fuel consumption from 5.0L/100km.

Kia Stonic Model	Body Type	Specs	Fuel Consumption
Gt-Line Mhev	Body Type: SUV	Specs: 1.0L ULP 7 SP AUTO	Fuel Consumption: 5.0L/100km

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Kia Stonic 2026 Seats

The Kia Stonic is a five-seat small SUV with surprising space for back seat passengers. You could fit two adults in the back for longer road trips without hearing howls of complaint.

Kia Stonic 2026 Wheel Size

Wheel size for the 2026 Kia Stonic will vary depending on model chosen, although keep in mind that many manufacturers offer alternate wheel sizes as options on many models. The wheel size available will alter the range of tyres available to be fitted.

Kia Stonic Model	Body Type	Front Tyre Size	Front Rim	Rear Rim
Gt-Line Mhev	Body Type: SUV	Front Tyre Size: 205x55 R17	Front Rim: 6.5x17 in	Rear Rim: 6.5x17 in
S Mhev	Body Type: SUV	Front Tyre Size: 195x55 R16	Front Rim: 6x16 in	Rear Rim: 6x16 in
Sport Mhev	Body Type: SUV	Front Tyre Size: 205x55 R17	Front Rim: 6.5x17 in	Rear Rim: 6.5x17 in

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Kia Stonic 2026 Speed

We don’t have an official 0-100km/h time for the Kia Stonic, but I’m estimating in excess of 10 seconds. Top speed is around 180km/h.

Kia Stonic 2026 Towing Capacity

The 2026 Kia Stonic has maximum towing capacity of 900kg. Some models also offer heavy-duty or towing option packs which can increase towing capacity, as well as options which can hamper towing capacity. Towing capacities can vary wildly on a large number of factors. These include engine, transmission, model, and options chosen. Always check with the manufacturer or in your vehicles handbook before attempting to tow anything.

Kia Stonic Model	Body Type	Specs	Braked Capacity
Gt-Line Mhev	Body Type: SUV	Specs: 1.0L ULP 7 SP AUTO	Braked Capacity: 900kg
S Mhev	Body Type: SUV	Specs: 1.0L ULP 7 SP AUTO	Braked Capacity: 800kg
Sport Mhev	Body Type: SUV	Specs: 1.0L ULP 7 SP AUTO	Braked Capacity: 800kg

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Kia Stonic 2026 Range

The 48-volt system in the Kia Stonic helps drop fuel use and C02 emissions with use now pegged at 5.0L/100km and 116g/km.

The Stonic’s 45-litre tank should deliver a theoretical range of circa-900km.

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