Kia Stonic
The Kia Stonic is a five-seat SUV powered by a three-cylinder petrol engine producing 77 kW from 1,016 cm³ of displacement. It measures 4,142 mm in length, weighs 1,211 kg, and achieves a top speed of 183 km/h with CO₂ emissions of 130 g/km. The model saw a notable registration trend in Norway, with 260 total registrations between 2019 and 2022, peaking at 154 vehicles in 2019 before declining sharply to just one registration in 2022.
| Manufacturer | Kia |
|---|---|
| Body type | SUV |
| Fuel | Petrol |
| Engine power | 70 kW (94 hp) |
| COâ‚‚ (WLTP) | 127 g/km |
| Kerb weight | 1,205 kg |
| Displacement | 1,007 cc |
| Top speed | 183 km/h |
| Length | 4,141 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,760 mm |
| Height | 1,498 mm |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 5 |
Engine power, COâ‚‚ and kerb weight are registration-weighted averages across the 29 European countries that registered the Kia Stonic in 2025 (53,737 cars). Source: EEA COâ‚‚ monitoring (CC BY 4.0).
New registrations in Norway
Number of Kia Stonic registered for the first time in Norway per year.
Source: EEA COâ‚‚ monitoring (CC BY 4.0).
New registrations by country (2025)
Number of Kia Stonic cars registered for the first time across 29 European countries in 2025.
| Country | Registrations |
|---|---|
| Spain | 14,306 |
| United Kingdom | 8,418 |
| Italy | 5,813 |
| France | 5,043 |
| Germany | 3,418 |
| Portugal | 2,877 |
| Netherlands | 2,430 |
| Belgium | 1,912 |
| Poland | 1,646 |
| Czechia | 1,112 |
| Croatia | 899 |
| Ireland | 800 |
| Cyprus | 731 |
| Sweden | 720 |
| Slovakia | 714 |
Source: EEA COâ‚‚ monitoring (CC BY 4.0), 2025 data.
Engine variants
Different engine versions of the Kia Stonic (from registration data). 3 variants.
| Engine | Fuel | Transmission | Top speed | Economy | Model year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.0 l · 3-cyl | – | – | 183 km/h | – | – |
| 1.2 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 165 km/h | – | – |
| 1.4 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 172 km/h | – | – |
Source: RDW (NL). European engine variants.
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Common problems & reliability
In the UK, 92% of Kia Stonics pass their MOT test first time, based on 19,068 inspections in 2023. (2023 is the most recent annual release published by the DfT.)
Based on real owner complaints and inspection data — not an editorial rating. Sources: DVSA MOT (UK, Open Government Licence).
Recalls & safety
No recorded recalls for the Kia Stonic in EU Safety Gate or NHTSA (US).
Sources: EU Safety Gate (European market) and NHTSA (US market). See all Kia recalls.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the top speed of the Kia Stonic?
- The Kia Stonic has a rated top speed of 183 km/h.
- How much power does the Kia Stonic have?
- The Kia Stonic produces 70 kW (94 hp).
- What are the dimensions of the Kia Stonic?
- The Kia Stonic is 4,141 mm long, 1,760 mm wide and 1,498 mm tall.
- How much does the Kia Stonic weigh?
- The Kia Stonic has a kerb weight of about 1,205 kg.
- What are the CO2 emissions of the Kia Stonic?
- The Kia Stonic emits 127 g/km of CO2 (WLTP).
- How many seats does the Kia Stonic have?
- The Kia Stonic has 5 seats.