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Kia Stonic 1.0 T-GDi ISG 120 Mild Hybrid
Crossover · Mild_hybrid
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KIA Seltos EX
Crossover · Gasoline
Kia Stonic 1.0 T-GDi ISG 120 Mild Hybrid
Car A
Kia Stonic 1.0 T-GDi ISG 120 Mild Hybrid
A city-friendly small-family choice that balances low running costs with usable performance. It’s good value in its segment if you prioritize efficiency and everyday practicality over outright speed or cargo space.
5 seatsCrossoverMild_hybrid5-star safety5.2 L/100kmHybrid
KIA Seltos EX
Car B
KIA Seltos EX
With seating for five, a useful 433 L trunk, and a combined 7 L/100 km, the KIA Seltos EX stands out as a practical compact family choice. Its 150 hp output is sufficient for city and highway use while offering good value in its segment.
5 seatsCrossoverGasoline5-star safety150 hp
Why compared different powertrainsame body typesame brandsame seatssimilar price

Usage fit

Family 65 / 69
City 70 / 55
Budget / value 70 / 68
Road trip 39 / 50
Performance 28 / 27
Cargo 26 / 31
Practical 51 / 52
Premium 15 / 22
Winter 28 / 34

Scores out of 100. Blue = Kia Stonic 1.0 T-GDi ISG 120 Mild Hybrid · Orange = KIA Seltos EX

Specs side-by-side

Spec Kia Stonic 1.0 T-GDi ISG 120 Mild Hybrid KIA Seltos EX
Values are representative — confirm for your market and trim.

Pros & cons

Kia Stonic 1.0 T-GDi ISG 120 Mild Hybrid

  • Low fuel use (5.2 L/100 km) suits city commuting
  • Adequate pace for daily driving: 120 hp, 0–100 km/h in 9.9 s
  • Practical for a small family with 5 seats and a 352 L boot
  • Price of 21,500 offers good value in its segment

KIA Seltos EX

  • Reliability-first and safety-minded emphasis aligns with family priorities.
  • 433 L trunk and five seats make daily errands and trips straightforward.
  • 7 L/100 km combined is efficient for its class, aiding predictable running costs.
  • Balanced performance (150 hp, 242 Nm, 0–100 km/h in 9.5 s) suits commuting and merging.

Verdict

Pick Kia Stonic 1.0 T-GDi ISG 120 Mild Hybrid if…
Best fuel economy
Kia Stonic 1.0 T-GDi ISG 120 Mild Hybrid uses 5.2 L/100km vs 7.0 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.
Pick KIA Seltos EX if…
More power
KIA Seltos EX puts out 150 hp vs 120 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

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