What causes sudden coolant loss and engine overheating in the Kia Stonic even when there are no visible leaks?

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What causes sudden coolant loss and engine overheating in the Kia Stonic even when there are no visible leaks?

I’ve noticed that my Kia Stonic loses coolant over time and sometimes overheats, but there’s no visible leak under the car o r in the engine bay. Could this be due to a radiator cap issue, internal leak like a head gasket, o r slow evaporation under high engine temps in Pakistan? Has this been a common issue for Stonic owners here, and how can I properly diagnose it?

Talha Kyanii asked on 20 Sep 2025 16:59:37 pm

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Gari Master - on 20 Sep 2025 17:00:53 pm

Likely Causes common in local conditions:

Radiator cap failure — If the cap cant hold pressure, coolant slowly evaporates o r vents out as steam without leaving a puddle.

Internal coolant leaks — A blown head gasket o r a cracked cylinder head can allow coolant to burn inside the engine you may see white smoke.

Heater core o r pipe leaks — These are usually hidden inside the dashboard and leak slowly.

Evaporation from overflow reservoir — In very hot weather, repeated heating/expansion can cause overflow and loss without obvious leaks.

What to Check:

Replace the radiator cap first — it’s cheap and a common issue in high heat.

Pressure-test the system to spot slow o r hidden leaks.

Watch for signs of white smoke, milky oil, o r bubbles in the coolant reservoir — all signs of a head gasket problem.

Check for moisture o r sweet smell inside the cabin — could be a heater core leak.