The new model, Kia Stonic 2026, features updated styling, enhanced technology, and enhanced efficiency to compete in the increasingly competitive crossover market.

The 2026 Stonic has a more aggressive appearance with restyled LED headlights, a fresh front grille and sportier bumpers, making it look more dynamic on the road. The interior of the cabin has also been updated with a bigger infotainment display, enhanced connectivity and better driver-assistance systems that are aimed to increase safety and convenience.

In selective international markets, the updated Stonic will also feature mild-hybrid powertrains, reflecting Kia’s broader push for greater fuel efficiency and lower emissions across its lineup.

The revised Stonic first came out worldwide on September 1, 2025, and mass production will commence later this year in South Korea and Slovakia. Sales will commence early in 2026 in Korea and Europe, with Australia, the Middle East and South America following suit by mid-2026. A North American launch is also anticipated in the third quarter of 2026.

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Although Kia has not announced a Pakistani launch, industry experts say the facelifted Stonic might land by 2027 or 2028, depending on Lucky Motors  release trends.

Presently, the Kia Stonic in Pakistan, which was launched in late 2021, comes with EX and EX+ variants at PKR 5.7 million to PKR 6.3 million. However, the model being retailed locally is still the pre-facelift variant.