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Kia Stonic vs Renault Austral comparison

Compare performance (115 HP vs 148 HP), boot space and price (20,400 £ vs 29,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Stonic or Renault Austral?

Kia Stonic vs Renault Austral: Key differences

Kia Stonic

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • slightly more efficient
  • markedly lighter
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Renault Austral

4.9 (5 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
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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

Stonic

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Kia Stonic is clearly cheaper – starting at 20,400 £ , while the Renault Austral costs 29,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,523 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Kia Stonic uses 5.6 L/100km and is slightly more efficient than the Renault Austral with 6.4 L/100km. The difference is about 0.8 L/100km.

Austral

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 Renault Austral offers clearly more power – delivering 148 HP compared to 115 HP. That’s roughly 33 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault Austral is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 9.9 s, while the Kia Stonic takes 10.7 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Renault Austral delivers visibly more torque with 270 Nm compared to 200 Nm. That’s about 70 Nm more.

Stonic

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Kia Stonic is markedly lighter – 1,205 kg compared to 1,548 kg. The difference is around 343 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Austral carries barely more – 455 kg compared to 445 kg. That’s a difference of about 10 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Renault Austral shows a few small advantages 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.

from £29,900
Austral

Renault Austral

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 148 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 6.4 L/100km
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Kia Stonic

The Kia Stonic is a sprightly compact crossover that mixes city-friendly agility with a cheeky, modern design — perfect for buyers who want style without sacrificing sense. Inside it serves up clever practicality and a bright, well-equipped cabin, making everyday driving feel a bit more fun than it has any right to be.

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Reviews Kia Stonic

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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Renault Austral

The Renault Austral dresses the family SUV in elegant modern looks and a surprisingly grown-up cabin that feels thoughtful and livable. It balances comfort and clever technology with a relaxed road presence—an appealing choice for buyers who want style and everyday sense without fuss.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
20,400 - 26,800 £
Price
29,900 - 34,100 £
Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 5.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
126 - 128 g/km
co2
145 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,205 - 1,270 kg
Curb weight
1,548 kg
Trunk capacity
352 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,760 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
440 - 445 kg
Payload
455 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
100 - 115 HP
Power HP
148 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.7 - 12.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
172 - 200 Nm
Torque
270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
74 - 85 kW
Power kW
109 kW
Engine capacity
998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Kia
Brand
Renault
Is the Kia Stonic offered with different drivetrains?

The Kia Stonic is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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