Kia Stonic2023

Known issues

• Infotainment system occasional freezing or lag in early 2023 models—software updates available from Kia dealers
• Minor wind noise around door seals reported by some owners at motorway speeds
• Occasional rough idle or hesitation on cold starts in very cold weather—possible intake valve carbon accumulation on direct injection engine
• Rare reports of parking sensors giving false alerts or intermittent faults
• Battery drain issues in a small number of vehicles—typically resolved by software update

Good for

• Affordable, efficient urban and suburban commuting with low running costs
• Spacious interior for a compact SUV with good visibility and easy driving position
• Solid reliability and backed by Kia's 7-year/150,000 km warranty (from new)
• Economical petrol engines with modest insurance groups and widely available parts