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James Wong
2026 Kia Stonic review
A fresh look, mild-hybrid tech and a suite of new features headline the new Kia Stonic. It's still a good city SUV, but it's getting pricey.
6 Months Ago
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2024 Suzuki Jimny - Base
1.5L, 5-speed manual, 3-door SUV, Petrol, 4x4
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Overview
Variant
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Variant
S
Body type
SUV
Body type
SUV
Engine size
1.5 L
Engine size
1.0 L
Drive type
4x4
Drive type
Front
Fuel efficiency (combined)
6.4 / 100 km
Fuel efficiency (combined)
5.4 / 100 km
Power and torque
75kW / 130Nm
Power and torque
74kW / 172Nm
625km
833km
Warranty
5 years
Warranty
7 years
Doors
3
Doors
5
Seats
4
Seats
5
Fuel type
Unleaded
Fuel type
Unleaded
Safety rating
3 Stars
Safety rating
5 Stars
Specifications
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 146
Standard Met: EU5
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Country Highway): 112
CO2 Level (Combined): 125
CO2 Level (Urban): 147
Standard Met: EU5
Engine
Engine (cc): 1462
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: K15b
Engine (L): 1.5
Number of Cylinders: 4
Engine
Engine (cc): 998
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 1.0
Number of Cylinders: 3
Compressor
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Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 1
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 91
Minimum Fuel Type: Unleaded
Fuel Type: Unleaded
Octane Number: 91
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 91
Minimum Fuel Type: Unleaded
Fuel Type: Unleaded
Octane Number: 91
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 10.6
Main Capacity (L): 40
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 8.8
Main Type: Total
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 11.9
Main Capacity (L): 45
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 9.9
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 7.00
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 8.00
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 4.20
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 625
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 388
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 15.6
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 6.4
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 44
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 37
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 17.5
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 5.7
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 50
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 41
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 13.0
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 7.7
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 37
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 31
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 833
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 518
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 18.5
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 5.4
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 52
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 44
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 20.4
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 4.9
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 58
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 48
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 15.6
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 6.4
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 44
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 37
Performance
Maximum Speed (km/h): 145
Maximum Speed (mph): 90
Performance
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Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 102
Maximum Power (kW): 75
Maximum Torque (Nm): 130
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 4000
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 101
Maximum Power (kW): 74
Maximum Torque (Nm): 172
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 4500
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1500
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 6.4
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 5.4
Drive
Descent Control System: yes
Driven Wheels: 4x4
Four-Wheel Drive Type: Part-Time
Selection: Manual
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Transmission
Description: Manual
Low High Gear Ranges: yes
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 5
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Manual
Transmission
Description: Dual Clutch Sequential Trans (Dct)
Manual Mode: yes
Manual Sequential: yes
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 7
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Automatic
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 2
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Type: Alloy & Leather
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Plastic
Power Steering
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Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Beam
Front Wheel Dependence: Rigid
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Beam
Rear Wheel Dependence: Rigid
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Type: Torsion Beam
Rear Wheel Dependence: Semi-Independent
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 96
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 80
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: S
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 195
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 96
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 80
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: S
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 195
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 88
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 185
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 88
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 185
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 15
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 5.5
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 15
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 5.5
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 15
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.0
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 15
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.0
Ramp Angles
Approach Angle: 37.0
Departure Angle: 49.0
Ramp Angles
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Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 0.0
Frunk Capacity (L): 0
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 13.3
Rear Seat Down (L): 377
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 3.0
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 85
Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 0.0
Frunk Capacity (L): 0
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 40.8
Rear Seat Down (L): 1155
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 12.4
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 352
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 9800
Front Track (in): 54.9
Front Track (mm): 1395
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 8.3
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 210
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 32.2
Overall Height (in): 67.9
Overall Height (mm): 1725
Overall Length (in): 137.0
Overall Length (mm): 3480
Overall Width (in): 64.8
Overall Width (mm): 1645
Rear Track (in): 55.3
Rear Track (mm): 1405
Wheelbase (in): 88.6
Wheelbase (mm): 2250
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 10400
Front Track (in): 60.5
Front Track (mm): 1537
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 7.2
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 183
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 34.1
Overall Height (in): 59.1
Overall Height (mm): 1500
Overall Length (in): 163.0
Overall Length (mm): 4140
Overall Width (in): 69.3
Overall Width (mm): 1760
Rear Track (in): 60.8
Rear Track (mm): 1544
Wheelbase (in): 101.6
Wheelbase (mm): 2580
Internal Dimensions
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Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 39.2
Front Headroom (mm): 996
Rear Headroom (in): 38.4
Rear Headroom (mm): 975
Front Leg Room (in): 42.1
Front Leg Room (mm): 1070
Rear Leg Room (in): 33.5
Rear Leg Room (mm): 850
Front Shoulder Room (in): 54.1
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1375
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 53.3
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1355
Body Style
Body Type: SUV
Local Body Type: SUV
Wheelbase Type: Short
Body Style
Body Type: SUV
Local Body Type: SUV
Platform Code: GB
Wheelbase Type: Short
Spoiler
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Spoiler
Location: Roof
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Rear Door
Type: Single Hinged
Rear Door
Type: Lifting Gate
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: LED
Low Beam Bulb Type: LED
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Lens Type: Complex Surface
LED Lights
Location: High Beam
Location: Low Beam
LED Lights
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Headlight Control
Auto Highbeam: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Headlight Control
Dusk Sensor: yes
Paint
External Colour: White
Type: Gloss
Paint
External Colour: Black
Type: Gloss
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Black
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Black
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Privacy Glass
Location: Rear
Location: Rear Side
Privacy Glass
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Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Fixed
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Variable
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1300
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 2866
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 350
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 772
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1435
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 3164
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1095
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 2414
Tare Weight (kg): 1073
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 900
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 1984
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 450
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 992
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1680
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 3704
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1227
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 2705
Tare Weight (kg): 1201
Trailer Noseweight (kg): 75
Audio System
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
Audio System
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total 3rd Row USB Connections: 0
Total Front USB Connections: 1
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total 3rd Row USB Connections: 0
Total Front USB Connections: 1
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 2
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 6
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Location (12V): Front
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: 0
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Android Wireless Connection: yes
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Apple Wireless Connection: yes
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: 0
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Voice Activating System
Virtual Assistant: Other
Voice Activating System
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Parking Distance System
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Camera
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 1
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 2
Location: Rear
Number of Ports in Rear: 1
Parking Assistance
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Parking Assistance
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Guidance Display
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 6
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 6
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 2
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Rear Seat Belts
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Rear Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Adult Occupant Score: 73.0
ANCAP Child Occupant Score: 84.0
ANCAP Date Tested: 20180101
ANCAP Overall: 3.0
ANCAP Pedestrian Score: 52.0
ANCAP Rating Expiry Date: 20241231
ANCAP Rating Year: 2018
ANCAP Safety Assist Score: 50.0
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: 1.5 Litre Glx Lhd
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Date Tested: 20170921
ANCAP Overall: 5.0
ANCAP Rating Expiry Date: 20241231
ANCAP Rating Year: 2017
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: Rio 1.4 S
Lane Departure Warning
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Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Overtaking Sensor
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Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
Includes Collision Avoidance: yes
Steering Vibration: yes
Front Seat
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Capacity: 4
Configuration: 2+2
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 1
Air Conditioning
Type: Manual
Ventilation System
Engine Heater: yes
Ventilation System
Engine Heater: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
Period (Months): 12
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 10000
Distance (miles): 6214
Period (Months): 12
Cargo Area
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Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Rigid
Interior Trim
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Luxury Trim
Instrument Panel: Alloy Look
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