If you loved the Kia Stonic before its facelift, you'll probably like this one even more! On the outside, you'll get the familiar cheerful demeanour with Audi-esque styling that made the Stonic such a lovable compact crossover.

Now, let's dive right into the biggest change on the updated Stonic - its powertrain. The 1.0-litre three-cylinder turbocharged engine is now assisted by a 48V mild hybrid system, offering additional oomph, all while improving fuel efficiency, a win-win! With 19bhp and 28Nm more than the non-electrified variant, the Stonic Mild Hybrid sits at 118bhp and 200Nm of torque - enough to allow it to reach triple digit speeds more than a second earlier than the original.

When compared against others in its segment, the Stonic punches above its class to offer a remarkably refined drive, courtesy of its electrified drivetrain. Engine vibrations are kept well at bay, even when it's going through its start/stop cycles. Yet another plus point from this modern drivetrain is its ability to sip on fuel - set it to 'Eco' mode and you'll be able to coast along without any resistance of noise from the engine, from the moment you lift off the accelerator.

While the Stonic's by no means a large car, don't let its compact footprint fool you. Thanks to the strong-looking and blocky greenhouse, there's more headroom than one would expect from something its size, and it is further aided by clever little cutouts in the headliner. In fact, you'll be able to sit four in comfort, along with 352 litres of storage space at the rear.