Kia Stonic vs Hyundai Inster – Which car suits you better?

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

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 has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 19400 £, while the Hyundai Inster costs 20500 £. That’s a price difference of around 1037 £.

Engine and Performance: Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Hyundai Inster has a a bit edge – offering 115 HP compared to 100 HP. That’s roughly 15 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai Inster is minimal quicker – completing the sprint in 10.60 s, while the Kia Stonic takes 11.30 s. That’s about 0.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Kia Stonic performs to a small extent better – reaching 179 km/h, while the Hyundai Inster tops out at 150 km/h. The difference is around 29 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia Stonic pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 200 Nm compared to 147 Nm. That’s about 53 Nm difference.

Space and Everyday Use: Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Kia Stonic offers somewhat more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, the Kia Stonic is somewhat lighter – 1195 kg compared to 1380 kg. The difference is around 185 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Kia Stonic offers distinct more room – 352 L compared to 280 L. That’s a difference of about 72 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Kia Stonic performs minimal better – up to 1155 L, which is about 96 L more than the Hyundai Inster.

When it comes to payload, Kia Stonic noticeable takes the win – 455 kg compared to 357 kg. That’s a difference of about 98 kg.

All in all, the Kia Stonic shows itself to be is largely superior and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It impresses with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile companion for everyday use.