Articles about Kia Stonic

We take a closer look
Geely Philippines recently previewed its entry-level GX3 Pro crossover at the 2023 Manila International Auto Show. If you think this looks a bit like a crossover-ized subcompact hatchback, that's because it evolved from a now-discontinued hatchback model sold
Quite a lot, actually
We previously wrote an article about how much the full tank of a typical subcompact sedan would cost. Seeing as fuel prices have gone even farther up since our last outing, we've decided to come up with yet another compilation, but
Let’s do this a bit differently this time
It looks like Toyota Motor Philippines will be starting 2022 with something small, a new subcompact in fact. As we reported earlier, the carmaker will be launching its much-anticipated Raize in the local market. It will compete in the lower subcompact-
Exciting times ahead
Is the Mazda BT-50 about to join the local pickup wars?"Well, Mazda Philippines isn't about to end the year quietly. Only a couple of weeks ago, the carmaker announced mild-hybrid versions of the 3 and the CX-30
If you find the standard look too tame
The Kia Stonic landed in the Philippine market last year with two main qualities going for it. The first is that its compact size makes it a practical choice for people living in the city, and the second is that it's
Take your pick
Filipinos are still buying cars despite the pandemic-perhaps not as much as they were before COVID-19 hit, but the market is there nonetheless. You needn't look further than the local auto industry's first-half sales tally for 2021
“Nag-class ako dati, eh kaso natatakot ako”
Late in July, Filipino weightlifter Hidilyn Diaz became a household name after nabbing our country its first-ever gold medal in the Olympic games. Not surprisingly, local businesses jumped at the chance to reward her as soon as she landed back on
Well-deserved
Uplifting news to end the week, folks: Days after Hidilyn Diaz came home with the Philippines' first-ever Olympic gold medal, she has now received the brand-new Kia Stonic that Ayala Corporation and Kia Philippines promised her.The company just shared
Ayala Foundation has given Diaz the title ‘Atletang Magiting’
The rewards just keep on coming for Hidilyn Diaz, and we're all for it. The latest addition to the Olympic gold medalist's growing list of incentives is a brand-new Stonic from Kia Philippines.Diaz will be receiving no less
Several vehicles are also offered at 0% interest this month
Looking to buy a brand-new vehicle anytime soon? If it's a Kia you're in the market for, then you might want to check out the deals Kia Philippines currently has this month.Through its K-Mazing Deals, the Korean
An ideal starter car?
When the Kia Stonic was introduced to the Philippine market in late 2020, it struck me as a vehicle that could potentially punch above its weight class. After all, its looks and feature package were on point, and it was well within
A new arrival in the subcompact crossover segment takes on a fellow newcomer
We've seen an influx of crossovers here in our market over the past year or so, and the latest introduction comes in the form of the new Hyundai Venue. Coincidentally, this new subcompact crossover was launched just a week after the
Kia’s newest addition to this crossover-crazy market
Kia made a splash this month with the launch of the new Stonic. It's the latest subcompact crossover in the market, and it looks ready to shake up its segment.It has the makings of an ideal and enticing starter car-
A new budget-friendly option is in town
For the longest time, the local subcompact crossover scene revolved mainly around a handful of names. Most of the time, you would hear people mention the Ford EcoSport, Suzuki Vitara, and maybe one or two other Japanese-made offerings. Times have changed,
See how the new Kia stacks up against its competitors in this three-way comparo
In case you missed it, there's a new crossover in town: the Kia Stonic. With its stylish design, tech-loaded cabin, and affordable price tag, it certainly looks like an interesting proposition in our market, especially for first-time car buyers.
The spec sheet promises good things
You know you're getting older as an automotive journalist when manufacturers start building cars for people younger than you. I was born in 1990, and it wasn't so long ago that I fell into the target age group for entry-
The official launch is now only a few weeks away
Kia Philippines is poised to shake up the crossover segment with the upcoming launch of an affordable and promising new offering, the Stonic. Now that the vehicle's official unveiling draws near, let's do a quick rundown of what we know
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