Kia Stonic
✓Agile and easy to maneuver and park in the city
✓Economical fuel consumption in urban driving — 6–7 L/100 km
✓Relatively high feature level for the price — touchscreen, navigation, and parking sensors standard
✓Distinctive and modern exterior design for the price segment
✗1.0 turbo engine (2017–2021) prone to increased oil consumption — requires checking every 5,000 km
✗Exceptionally small trunk — only 352 liters, limiting family use
✗Road noise and squeaking that appears after 30,000–40,000 km
✗Poor resale value — low demand in the local used-car market
Toyota RAV4
✓High long-term reliability, even under harsh driving conditions
✓Comfortable and spacious even on long trips over rough roads
✓Proven long-term reliability — this model is considered one of the most durable in its category locally
✓Relatively low fuel consumption compared to competitors (approximately 1:12 on average) thanks to the hybrid engine