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Ford Ranger vs Kia Stonic comparison

Compare performance (281 HP vs 115 HP), boot space and price (48,400 £ vs 20,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Ranger or Kia Stonic?

Ford Ranger vs Kia Stonic: Key differences

Ford Ranger

  • significantly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Kia Stonic

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • substantially lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Ranger

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Kia Stonic is considerably cheaper – starting at 20,400 £ , while the Ford Ranger costs 48,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 28,048 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Ford Ranger uses 3.1 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Kia Stonic with 5.6 L/100km. The difference is about 2.5 L/100km.

Stonic

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Ford Ranger offers significantly more power – delivering 281 HP compared to 115 HP. That’s roughly 166 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Ranger is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 8.7 s, while the Kia Stonic takes 10.7 s. That’s about 2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Ranger delivers substantially more torque with 697 Nm compared to 200 Nm. That’s about 497 Nm more.

Ranger

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Kia Stonic is substantially lighter – 1,205 kg compared to 2,405 kg. The difference is around 1,200 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Ranger carries significantly more – 989 kg compared to 445 kg. That’s a difference of about 544 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Ranger is far ahead overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

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Ranger

Ford Ranger

  • Engine Type Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 240 - 281 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 3.1 - 10.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range 42 km
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Ford Ranger

The Ford Ranger is a workhorse with the manners of a grown-up pickup—practical, tough, and surprisingly civilized on the road. It’s the sort of truck that laughs at mud on the weekend and performs like a sensible daily driver during the week, making it an easy sell for buyers who want capability without theatrics.

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Kia Stonic

The Kia Stonic is a compact crossover that pairs nimble city manners with a surprisingly spacious and comfortable cabin. It’s a practical, well-equipped choice for buyers who value sensible features, approachable styling and easy everyday usability.

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4.6 (2 Reviews)
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Jan
18 Mar 2026, 07:19:10

Very good car, uses little fuel, nothing's gone wrong in 4 years, no breakdowns.

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Ennio
4 Feb 2026, 13:19:36

I'm very satisfied — I have a Stonic Black Edition hybrid, and I haven't had any problems after two years.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
48,400 - 57,500 £
Price
20,400 - 26,800 £
Consumption L/100km
3.1 - 10.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 5.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
42 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
70 - 265 g/km
co2
126 - 128 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Pickup
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
2,405 - 2,511 kg
Curb weight
1,205 - 1,270 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
352 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,918 mm
Width
1,760 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
845 - 989 kg
Payload
440 - 445 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
240 - 281 HP
Power HP
100 - 115 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.7 - 12.1 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
600 - 697 Nm
Torque
172 - 200 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
177 - 207 kW
Power kW
74 - 85 kW
Engine capacity
2,261 - 2,993 cm3
Engine capacity
998 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
Ford
Brand
Kia
What drivetrain options does the Ford Ranger have?

The Ford Ranger is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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