Last week, Kia relaunched the EX variant of the Stonic in Pakistan. It’s the base variant in the Stonic’s lineup that was once discontinued in early to mid-2024. Now it’s again available for booking with the ex-factory price of Rs. 4,767,000.
At this price, it competes with the Suzuki’s Swift GLX CVT variant, which is the top-spec variant in the Swift’s lineup. Both car’s are great value for money deals if you look on the paper. For your refference, here’s the 1-1 comparison of both cars:
Before going forward, here’s the ex-factory price of both cars:
- Suzuki Swift GLX CVT: Rs. 4,719,000
- Kia Stonic EX: Rs. 4,767,000
Engine and Performance
The Swift GLX CVT and Stonic EX differ significantly in engine size and output. The Swift is powered by a smaller 1.2L engine, while the Stonic comes with a more powerful 1.4L engine, providing higher torque and horsepower.
| Specification | Suzuki Swift GLX CVT | Kia Stonic EX |
| Engine Type | K12M, DOHC 16V VVT | 1.4L MPI, DOHC |
| Displacement | 1,197 cc | 1,368 cc |
| Maximum Power | 82 hp @ 6,000 rpm | 99 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 113 Nm @ 4,200 rpm | 133 Nm @ rpm not specified |
| Transmission | CVT | 6-Speed Automatic |
| Drive Type | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Fuel Supply System | Multi-Point Injection | Multi-Point Injection |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 Liters | 45 Liters |
| Tyre Size | 185/55 R16 | 185/65 R15 |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Disc | 15″ Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Drum | 14″ Disc |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Multi-link |
The Stonic offers a more robust performance setup with a larger engine, more torque, and multi-link rear suspension, making it better suited for more demanding driving conditions.
Dimensions
In terms of size, the Stonic is a larger vehicle overall, offering more road presence and potentially better cabin space, while the Swift is more compact and maneuverable.
| Specification | Suzuki Swift GLX CVT | Kia Stonic EX |
| Overall Length | 3,845 mm | 4,140 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,735 mm | 1,760 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,520 mm | 1,500 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,450 mm | 2,580 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 160 mm | 165 mm |
| Turning Radius | 4.8 m | Not Specified |
| Curb Weight | 905 kg | Not Specified |
The Kia Stonic has a longer wheelbase and greater length, which can contribute to a roomier interior. The Swift’s shorter length and smaller turning radius favor urban driving and parking ease.
Interior Features
Interior wise, it’s a choice of taste. Some might prefer the looks Stonic or some would prefer Swift. Below we’ve attached the pics of both car’s interior for refference:
| Feature | Suzuki Swift GLX CVT | Kia Stonic EX |
| Infotainment Display | 9” Touchscreen | 8” Floating Touchscreen |
| Android Auto / Apple CarPlay | Yes | Yes |
| Upholstery | Fabric | Fabric |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | Manual Height Adjuster | Manual Height Adjuster |
| Rear Seat Split | 60:40 | 60:40 |
| Steering Wheel | Tilt + Telescopic, Audio Controls | Tilt + Telescopic, Audio Controls |
| Rear View Mirror | Manual Dimming | Day and Night |
| Cup Holders | 5 Total | 6 Total |
| Interior Color | Black | Black |
| Keyless Entry / Push Start | Yes | No |
| Cruise Control | Yes | No |
Both cars are have almost similar interior features, so it’s a draw from our side.
Exterior Features
The Swift GLX CVT and Stonic EX offer comparable exterior features, the differences are minimal, but on paper, here’s the detailed comparison:
| Feature | Suzuki Swift GLX CVT | Kia Stonic EX |
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projector |
| DRLs | LED | LED |
| Front Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Combination Lamps | LED | Bulb |
| Alloy Wheels | 16” Polished | 15” Alloy |
| ORVM | Electric Fold + Indicator | Electric Adjust + Heated + Fold |
| Sunroof | No | No |
Suzuki leans toward a more premium aesthetic by incorporating LED rear combination lamps, contributing to a more contemporary look compared to Kia’s traditional bulb design. Additionally, Suzuki’s larger and polished 16-inch alloy wheels enhance its stance and visual appeal compared to Kia’s smaller 15-inch alloys. However, Kia compensates with more functionality in its exterior mirrors, offering electric adjustment, heating, and folding features, whereas Suzuki offers electric folding with indicators but lacks heating.
Safety Features
Suzuki gains an advantage by offering practical assistance through rear parking sensors and a rear camera, significantly enhancing ease of maneuvering and parking. In contrast, Kia stands out by including a Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), enhancing driver awareness and vehicle safety by continuously monitoring tire conditions.
| Feature | Suzuki Swift GLX CVT | Kia Stonic EX |
| Airbags | 6 (Front, Side, Curtain) | 6 (Front, Side, Curtain) |
| ABS with EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Hold Control | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | No |
| Rear Camera | Yes | No |
| ISOFIX Child Anchors | Yes | Yes |
| Immobilizer | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS | No | Yes |
Overall, we think Stonic and Swift, both are great cars and great value for money. Some features lack in Stonic while some lack in Swift. It’s a choice of taste now, some would prefer the brand value and resale of Swift and some would prefer to try something new in the market like Stonic. Let us know what you think about this blog comparison.
