There's a particular pleasure in driving something that doesn't shout for attention, and the Kia Stonic has always been the quiet achiever of the small SUV class. This First Edition example, finished in crisp white, is a case in point: understated, honest, and built to simply get on with the job. Under the bonnet sits Kia's 1.6-litre CRDi diesel, good for 108 bhp — not a number that'll set pulses racing, but one that translates into real-world usability. Torquey at low revs, happy on a motorway cruise, and returning the kind of fuel economy that makes long commutes far less painful on the wallet. The five-speed manual gearbox suits the engine's character well, and stop-start technology helps keep things efficient around town. First Edition trim means this was Kia's launch specification, so expect a generous kit list — think alloy wheels, climate control, and the sort of infotainment that was genuinely competitive when new. It's aged well, too; the Stonic's cabin was never flashy, but it was sensibly laid out and screwed together properly, and that durability shows here. With 57,250 miles under its belt and three former keepers, this is a car that's clearly been used rather than pampered — but that's no bad thing. Diesel Stonics like this one are increasingly sought after by buyers wanting a compact SUV that won't drink fuel on longer runs, and being ULEZ compliant, it'll slip into low-emission zones without a second thought. Kia's seven-year warranty heritage means examples like this often come with useful cover remaining, and residuals on the Stonic have held up better than most rivals — a reflection of genuine owner satisfaction rather than showroom hype.