Kia Motors Corporation which has announced its entry into India recently and is investing US $ 1.1 billion in India to build a manufacturing plant in the state of Karnataka in South India, has to be closely watched for the new models it will be introducing in the global market. There is a likelihood of some of the models seeing an entry into India at a later stage.
Kia has said that its new B-segment crossover will be named ‘Stonic’. An eye-catching and confident compact crossover with true European design flair, the Stonic is inspired by the form and function of larger Kia SUVs. The moot question is whether the Stonic will find its way into India is some for or the other! Keeping in mind the penchant of Indian customers for crossovers and compact SUVs, this vehicle would be a ideal fit for India.
The name ‘Stonic’ combines ‘Speedy’ and ‘Tonic’, which 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.
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 European-designed cabin echoes the appearance of the exterior, with straight lines, smooth surfaces and geometric design forms. The Stonic’s 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. On sale in the second half of 2017, the Stonic will be the most customisable Kia ever, inside and out.
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