Kia’s Challenge

An image of “Stonic,” Kia’s new B-segment crossover.
An image of “Stonic,” Kia’s new B-segment crossover.

 

An Interior image of “Stonic,” Kia’s new B-segment crossover.
An Interior image of “Stonic,” Kia’s new B-segment crossover.

 

Kia Motors will name its new B-segment crossover “Stonic.” an eye-catching and confident compact crossover with true European design flair.

The name “Stonic” combines “Speedy” and “Tonic” that refers to the first and last note in the musical scale. Thus, Stonic suggests that the vehicle is agile and offers something new and fresh in the compact SUV segment, the company explained.

A sweeping roofline and uniquely designed roof rack add a sporty look to the vehicle. The unique tail lamp graphics amplify Stonic’s young and futuristic appearance.

The car blends sharp horizontal feature lines with softer sculpted surfaces, and brings compact dimensions and a low centre of gravity to the class.

The Stonic echoes the appearance of the exterior with straight lines, smooth surfaces and geometric design forms while its interior places technology and ergonomics at its heart with smart packaging maximising space for all occupants, and a ‘floating’ HMI (human-machine interface) seamlessly blending smartphone access with the car’s many functions.

The Stonic will be on sale in the second half of this year. 

 

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