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Kia Stonic 1.0 T-GDi ISG 120
Hatchback · Gasoline · FWD
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Kia Forte5
Hatchback · Gasoline · FWD
Kia Stonic 1.0 T-GDi ISG 120
Car A
Kia Stonic 1.0 T-GDi ISG 120
The Kia Stonic 1.0 T-GDi ISG 120 prioritizes efficiency and everyday usability for city and small-family needs. With 5.5 L/100km consumption and 9.5 s 0–100 km/h, it balances low running costs with adequate pace.
5 seatsHatchbackGasoline5-star safety5.5 L/100km
Kia Forte5
Car B
Kia Forte5
The Kia Forte5 blends family-ready space with brisk, efficient performance at a price that reads as good value in its segment. It suits growing families and city commuters who want capability without excess cost.
5 seatsHatchbackGasoline5-star safety204 hp
Why compared performance gapsame body typesame brandsame powertrainsame seatssimilar price

Usage fit

Family 53 / 77
City 75 / 61
Budget / value 56 / 70
Road trip 29 / 50
Performance 31 / 32
Cargo 19 / 42
Practical 39 / 61
Premium 15 / 23
Winter 20 / 26

Scores out of 100. Blue = Kia Stonic 1.0 T-GDi ISG 120 · Orange = Kia Forte5

Specs side-by-side

Spec Kia Stonic 1.0 T-GDi ISG 120 Kia Forte5
Values are representative — confirm for your market and trim.

Pros & cons

Kia Stonic 1.0 T-GDi ISG 120

  • Efficient for its class at 5.5 L/100km, ideal for daily commuting
  • 0–100 km/h in 9.5 s for confident merges and city driving
  • Five seats and a 352 L boot cover typical small-family errands
  • Around 20,500, offering good value in its segment

Kia Forte5

  • Expansive 754 L cargo space for family gear and weekly shops
  • 204 hp and 0–100 km/h in 8.0 s for confident merges and passes
  • Efficient for its class at 6.5 L/100 km to help manage fuel spend
  • Priced at 23,990, offering good value in its segment

Verdict

Pick Kia Stonic 1.0 T-GDi ISG 120 if…
Best fuel economy
Kia Stonic 1.0 T-GDi ISG 120 uses 5.5 L/100km vs 6.5 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.
Pick Kia Forte5 if…
More power
Kia Forte5 puts out 204 hp vs 120 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

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