What do you think of the Stinger? As you can tell, I was impressed in many ways. It punches above its weight and truly offers a lot. *Thanks for watching and have an awesome day!* 👍
Always wanted the Stinger - I've been getting feedback of long term use / like less than a year, and creaks and rattles are appearing. Hope that's rectified - and the display is just small. Even a Sonata has a 10.25" display. My only complaint.
Good review and like someone else said I have seen many reviews and you the FIRST to say passenger dimming mirror. Very rare to find on cars but my Jeep GC has it so I am spoiled with both side mirrors dimming. Stinger is a great buy especially if you build a spreadsheet and start comparing to others as things start to become very clear just how good this car is 👍
Thank you! No kidding, it’s so nice to have both sides auto dimming...those seem to be the worst areas for blinding lights behind you, glad they included it. It’s a sweet car and like you said, stacks up very well!
The Stinger is trying to sell itself as something it’s not. Let’s see. Quad exhaust and fake vents with 365HP?? The mustang Gt is 460 w/ dual exhaust. The Camaro SS matches the Mustang HP with dual exhaust. The BMW M3 has 453 with quad exhaust. Kia is the ONLY car putting a quad exhaust on a 300 pony car without even hitting the 400 pony mark. Dodge doesn’t even need quad exhaust to sell itself as a beastly fast car. So who exactly is this car marketed to? My guess is the person who doesn’t know if they want a sports car or a sedan that’s been tricked out. So Kia got you a sedan and tricked it out with fake vents and a useless quad exhaust just for cosmetic purposes. Might as well put that money into a Subaru or just go get a real muscle car because the Kia Stinger is NOT a muscle car. Or put that $50,000 into a pre-lease 2017 Guila Quadrigfolio. You’d be happy you did.
Well, maybe others have just gotten used to new cars all having that. My wife's 16 Kia Rio had it, my own 2011 Insignia have it so yeah... Doesn't take away that it is very useful rho.
Honestly, this car has nothing but good reviews . The price seems to be fully justified. It's perfect for those who want a european feel with some european styling and asian reliability (korea is moving up there). People are going to look back on this car in awe. Maybe it's just me but I dont find theres anything impressive about non-M BMWs or non-RS Audi or non-AMG Mercedes. While there are some beautiful models/classes, this car turns heads and is an excellent balance of all that one would be looking for in an entry level sports/luxury sedan with AWD.
Just bought the 2019 GT2 and I'm so impressed. Good job, KIA. This brand is going to be a top badge soon with cars like the Stinger and Telluride. Wow!
I just sold my X2 M Sport for a GT2. No competition, the Stinger is so much more car in every single way I can’t believe it. I am so impressed with it. Can’t believe I traded a fricken BMW for a Kia, WTF? my friends all thought I was crazy too...until they saw it and drove it. All opinions changed. Is it a 5 series? Duh, no. But it’s half the price
I have the same color/seat combo as this. Someone hit me three weeks back who drove a brand new Kia Sportage, and I shit you not, his car bounced off mine and was sent into the other lane, while the Stinger barely budged. He was to my left, then he got over on me without looking and his front wheel hit my rear wheel. This car is a TANK! I have never felt so safe in a vehicle, even driving my Subaru Crosstrek.
Just bought this exact model/trim/color/new 2022-- last month. Not a single thing I don't love about it! I am in love with this car and everytime I drive it multiple people are amazed by it and can't believe it's a kia. You know you made the right choice when you can't walk back in your house cause you can't stop staring at it. Researched and watched so many videos before pulling the trigger and I'm so glad I did. If you're thinking about getting this car...do it. You won't regret it.
I have a 2018 HiChroma Red Stinger GT2 and LOVE IT!!!! Kia did an excellent job with this car....it's beautiful, luxurious, sporty, fast.....on and on!! The best car purchase I have made in a very long time! OOOHHH.....this question is for every Stinger owner.....do you get people stopping in the middle of the street to ask about your car....or.....have people stare at your car daily when you pass them on the road....or.....have people come up to you when you park to talk about the car? Well....I do! This is an amazing car and I love it!! :) If you are thinking/debating on whether or not to purchase a Stinger, I would recommend this car any day of the week! Seriously. Btw, thank you for the video.....great job showing it off! :)
Great review. Definitely worth the money! This car is a beast!!! Steering reacts well... transmission is smooth... audio is crazy!!! Has all the bells and whistles. Why pay 20-30k more for different logo and 3yr warranty. This has a 5 yr 60k warranty... 10yr 100k on engine and trans. Love this car!!!
I frequently mistake these for Jaguar XJ's from the rear. Love these things! Ever since the Chevy SS sedan stopped being produced, this is probably the best in its class. Stellar review as always man! Huge thumbs up :) I'm not a fan of the fastback rear slope by the way, I'm more of a trunk guy (LOL) but it is definitely the way to go for delivering on the sporty look.
Every time I see a comment slamming the resale value of a KIA I wonder about the job schools are doing in teaching arithmetic. Here's a hypothetical example. Vehicle "A" sells new for $45,000. Vehicle "B" sells for $65,000. After 4 years "A" loses 40% of its value in depreciation, a loss of $18,000. Vehicle "B" loses 30% of its value over the same period. A loss of $19,500. "B" is worth more after 4 years ($45,500 vs $27,000) but that's not the relevant calculation. Vehicle "A" represented a savings of $20,000 on initial purchase and another $1500 in terms of depreciation loss. Altogether a savings of $21,500. Furthermore, the same results can be found in the real world. Last year I traded a 2012 KIA Sorento for a new top trim version of the same vehicle. The trade-in value I received from the dealer was within $800 of the Blue Book value of a comparable 2012 Toyota Highlander (the champ of resale value in the category). But I had paid about $6000 less for the Sorento than the best offer I had for a Highlander from a Toyota dealer. Even with the slightly greater loss in depreciation, I saved over $5000 on the entire period of ownership. My dealer did well, too. He sold my 2012 Sorento in 24 hours for $2000 more than he paid me.
That’s great to hear about the resale story. I think it’s all too forgotten that actual resale needs to factor in the purchase price rather than MSRP lol. Toyota rarely discounts their vehicles much. Thanks for the input!
If they taught accounting principles in primary schooling I’m sure what you said would make sense. Haha 👌🏾 Edit: to the people you mentioned who complain about KIA depreciation I mean. 😌
@@KidKingdomHearts In the dim dark days when dinosaurs roamed the highways and I attended what we then called Jr High, the boys took "Shop" and the girls took "Home Economics." I've often thought it would be a good idea for everyone to take Home Ec. Males could learn to hard boil an egg and everyone could learn some valuable lessons about purchasing declining assets. :)
Very accurate review!!! I have a GT1 as my daily driver and love it. The steering is very precise. There are no compromises and the Stinger exceeds all expectations so far.
@@jesussalvation288 a Scatpack was what I compared it to. The Dodge sounds better and they are pretty close in performance. I chose the Stinger for the looks and that hatch was very useful. Plus you see Chargers at every intersection. But I sold the Stinger to get an IS500.
I have had mine for a month, I can tell you it is worth the money. You get a lot of car for your money and its a great drive. My friends who were part of the "Its a Kia" brigade have changed their minds after seeing this car. I have the rear wheel 3.3 V6 model as AWD not available in UK.
When i was young 1975 i had an Challenger -71 with 440" engine and now little older i have an Stinger too but with diesel engine and 200 hp! Its a nice ride anyway!
People saying that a 365 hp sports sedan should be under $50k have no idea what they are talking about. What other car in its class is that price? (BMW M340i, Porsche, Audi S4/S5, Mercedes C43AMG)
@Silver N Black Mopar it begins somewhere......that time is now. Seeing how I've owned one for 7 months AFTER cross shopping lower levels of German machinery, I think I've got a good enough grab on the comparison....Toyota, honda and datsun came to the States with not a lot of glimmer and glam building up to levels that are highly respected....for you to say the Hyundai/Kia/Genesis umbrella isn't moving forward is a blind,sad statement. I'm to assume you read this in the book titled; you are always right! Sorry fiat/charger guy but you're in over your head.....I'll see you in the future .....regardless of what you THINK the Korean influence is real.....
@Silver N Black Mopar but that's you my guy......you have a twisted sense of good n bad.....if you honestly don't know what it's like to own a stinger, then you shouldn't speak on the topic ....you can and have but you seem a bit off with your commentary.....saying you paid 20k for a charger and you're getting exactly what you paid.....take care and enjoy your car.....criticizing someone else's choices makes a ton of sense😉
Honestly the Kia Stinger looks amazing in person! Videos and pictures it looks awkward but it looks really good in the flesh! I just don’t like the Kia dealerships
Yeah, saw one in person the other in this color. I was impressed on how low slung it looked compared to my 2102 optima sx, assuming the owner hadn't modified the suspension
Tyler Shrewsbury thank you very much! I started doing entire videos at night to show off other cars lights if you want to see any. Unfortunately I didn’t get any extra night video of the Stinger but it’s a sweet ride!
*Kias bringing the looks dept to the table on this one. I LOVE that it has a somewhat normal looking grill and not one of those absurditys that certain companys seem to find attractive as of late. But the real question is can this KIA walk the walk and go 200-300k miles like the toyotas and the hondas of the 90's and 2000's or will all the technology be too expensive to maintain and they all end up in the crusher in short order...*
KIAs suck in terms of reliability. Name one KIA that can last 300k miles. They have a class action suit against them right now in the States for uncontained and catastrophic engine failures...give me a Honda Civic Type R any day if I wanted a sports car to last me awhile
I loved this car as soon as it came out. But I wasn't ready to spend $60K (tax included CAD dollars) for a brand new one. So, I waited about a year and got a slightly used one with low mileage for a lot less on a 2018 HiChroma Red AWD GT Limited (equivalent to GT2) and love it even more now that I own one. The hatchback is great ! I much prefer that over a regular trunk. The only negative points is the sluggish Kia UVO remote starter, the rather muted sounding exhaust, and those auto-dimming mirrors don't dim enough for my taste (I will get tinted windows installed soon anyway).
I wish this color combo (ghost grey or ceramic silver with red leather interior) was a standard option in Canada. There was a GT Limited Anniversary edition that has this color combo, but they upcharge for it when they really shouldn't, as that red nappa leather is amazing to look at and sit in.
Nissan markets themselves like they’re Kia, except Kia proves time and time again how lazy Nissan really is. Maxima owners will know exactly what I’m talking about.
Compared to every single other car brand all of these features with the twin turbo fast engine will be well over 60-70k so the fact that Kia is keeping up with technology and performance while keeping a very reasonable price shows how good they are
Had mine for over a year and wouldn’t get rid of it. I like the G70 and the manual it offers but I got this at 4.5k or so off and I’m good. My only regret is not waiting for the 2019 with the wireless charging and 360 view.
Anarke626 I sort of feel the same way, but the discounts on the 2018 were insane. Rather pay $11k under MSRP and miss out on 360 camera which is mostly a gimmick anyway
I just got my 2019 Kia Stinger GT in Panthera Metal ... this car is awesome I have Borla exhaust system which really sound freaky amazing and rims from(NICHE). I also have Stinger badge on the front and rear but I should have upgraded to the GT 1 for the speakers. I guess I will just put some after market speakers. This car is freaky ass sexy..people come up to me asking what is this since I took off the Kia badges...
I Love my 18 Black/Red GT2 AWD 2018 Stinger I leased on October 31st of last year. Corvette Kid!! Have Dads 84 Wht/Red, Sister has Dads 92 Blk/Red, and My Dad has an 07 Red/Tan with just above 30K Miles. (My Sister has Already Claimed :\ ) This Stinger is a Beast and trust I Run it when I can! ( Daily, Ha! ) Kia is doing their thing! Car is perfect to me for a Daily Driver or weekend only. My Girl Bought herself a Red/Blk same as mine 2019 three months ago and she basically drives on weekends. Great review and keep up the good work! Real Deal Kia! I recommend for all the Bang for your Dollar. (Not trying to spend $70 + K for a new Vette)! Telluride Prestige is my next add of an SUV! Dre'
I love this car in that color with that interior. I think they did a great job on this car. So much to like. I get that $50,000 is a lot of money to spend on a Kia, but for what I understand they have some great offers on them and the European competition will be a lot less reliable and will cost much more in ownership costs over time. And the American competition (Charger) is just a other rental car and just isn’t a fun, nimble car, unless you spend the dough for a SRT or Hellcat. Nice car, nice review!
My favorite car when I finally get some money. Stinger GT and Genesis G70 are the only cars I want on my driveway so right now enjoy my 2011 Sonata till that day. I pay cash for cars so might take a while or end up making payments for this. lol This got the best warranty in the industry so won’t break down like the Audi, BMW, Infinity and Mercedes competition. Last same as Toyota’s Lexus and Honda’s Acura but way cheaper to maintain and own.
Isaac Kamau both the stinger and Genesis G70 are sweet. They’ve done a great job with them. Props to you for paying cash for cars...that’s the only way to go and the way I recommend! Hope you can get one sometime...could probably get a used one soon for a decent price 👍
Prime Autotainment Yes that’s the plan, to get a 2019 GT sometime next year. Either your exact color or white. This machine is gorgeous... pictures and videos don’t do it justice because when you see one on the road all you do is stare. Just like the Telluride. Same for the Kia K900 & Cadenza.
Great car i have the 2019 gts get 32 mpg highway with a great ride and lots of fun. Build quality is excellent. I like the ride it doesnt have the super hard suspension of most sports cars. Very nice on rough roads and even on gravel.
if it only got recaro seats, still i think i will get it! cant get much better than this or the Q50 red sport ! but this looks better IMO in the interior !... well done KIA !!....
$50k if only money will grow on trees. $50k it's actually a lot of money regardless of brand. And with that in mind got to attach some prestige to the price tag.
Aw man I've been sold on the Stinger since day 1! It's an all around great looking vehicle that does everything well. I'm really digging these sport back sedans. Hopefully you can get an Audi RS5 Sport back to review. Btw I was so tickled at your facial expression when the turbos kicked in on the 1st launch control run.🤣🤣
Tran Cross the Stinger also has awesome roll on acceleration. When I leave work, I roll onto the throttle from 5 to10mph in sport mode and it’ll rocket to 60+ effortlessly.
100 degrees and you’re wearing long sleeves and full length jeans Crazy Nolan. I was struck by the Stinger at launch but when I learned the right is taught even with adaptable Suspension I don’t know about the Journey.
gene978 the ride isn’t that firm. It’s a GT sports sedan. I’d say that it’s plush 99% of the time. I often wish for a firmer ride with less body roll in fact.
The Stinger is undeniably a very impressive vehicle. It's a version of a European Grand Touring sedan designed for Americans by a Korean manufacturer by German designers. For the sake of argument, though, it's worth comparing the Stinger to another true European GT at approximately the same price point, the VW Arteon. Full disclosure. I own both a KIA (Sorento) and a VW (GTI) so my brand loyalty, such as it is, is about equal. The two vehicles are almost exactly the same length (15' 10" vs 15' 11"). The Stinger's 114.6" wheelbase is about 2 inches longer than the Arteon. It outweighs the Arteon by about 170 lbs in curb weight. Each is a "sportback" design but the Arteon has both more "trunk" space (27.19 cubic ft vs 23.3 cf) and significantly more overall cargo space behind the front row (55 cf vs 41 cf). That same difference plays out in terms of second row legroom (40" vs 36") while headroom is equal. "Grand Touring" sedans are supposed to accommodate more than two passengers on trips. The Arteon does a somewhat better job on that score. Then there's the highly subjective issue of looks. Each is an attractive vehicle (imo) but the plastic faux vent on the side of the KIA annoys me. Overall I'd give the Arteon the points here by a little. Each has an upscale interior. The Stinger is more "in your face" while the Arteon is more "minimalist" and (to my eye) somewhat more classic. It comes down, I think, to the value one places on some bells and whistles in the KIA. Each appeals to me in different ways. Then there's the elephant in the room. Obviously, the Stinger GT with its twin scroll turbo V6 is considerably quicker in terms of 0-60 and quarter mile acceleration than the VW's 2.0L four cylinder turbo. But that fact illustrates an important difference in terms of how most Americans and Europeans view "performance." There's a reason that Americans invented drag racing and stock car racing on high bank ovals while Europeans invented rallies and long distance racing on true roads and race tracks designed to emulate them. While Americans think of performance metrics in terms of 0-60 and quarter mile times Europeans are more likely to think of performance in a GT in terms of spending hours cruising comfortably on immaculately maintained highways at more than 100 mph and negotiating secondary roads paved over the cobblestones sometimes laid in place by the Romans two millennia ago. In the US the difference favors the KIA but I suspect that a race from Bonner's Ferry, Idaho to Cuthbertson, Montana (661 miles) would be much closer than the 0-60 and quarter mile times suggest, especially if much of that route could be traveled at more than 100 mph. The result might even go to Arteon. Finally, there's the issue of range and fuel economy. The Stinger GT is rated by the EPA at 17/25/20 mpgs with a range of 318 miles. The Arteon is rated at 22/31/25 with a range of 435 miles. In a Grand Touring machine range is important. (Consider the "tour" across Montana noted above.) And when you're paying the equivalent of about $8.00 a gallon for fuel, as Europeans do, 25% better fuel economy is important as well. Typically, the Stinger has been compared to much more expensive European GT sedans and that value proposition provides a strong advantage to the KIA if badge prestige is ignored. A more reasonable comparison, I think, is with the VW Arteon priced at about the same or less than the Stinger GT. I'm sure KIA will sell more Stingers than VW will sell Arteons in the US but for those who value a true European GT the Arteon is worth a serious look.
@@martinkostadinov2445 That's true, of course. I focused on the V6 Stinger because that's the model reviewed here and the one that most clearly illustrates the difference between an American-ized version of a European Grand Touring vehicle.
@@stephenhendricks103 My comment was especially about the fuel economy: 22/29/25 are the numbers for the 2.0L Stinger - more or less the same as the Arteon. Maybe it's good to mention something about the long term reliability, where KIA surpasses all the German brands (except Porsche, but that's different beer/level :) I really like the Stinger. It totally changed my perception for KIA as a brand.
@@martinkostadinov2445 As I noted, I've owned both KIA and a VW vehicles and have found each brand to be essentially equal in terms of reliability. i.e. Totally reliable. But that's personal experience, not a statistical comparison. Further, I've noted elsewhere that "reliability" is an incredibly complicated topic that can't be reduced to brand rankings when considering individual vehicles and model years. And that, after all, is what one buys rather than a "brand." I've driven both the 2.0L Stinger and the Arteon and I personally find the Arteon to be a better vehicle. But that may well reflect the fact that I own a GTI with the same 2.0L turbo as the Arteon so it feels more familiar. And when I've driven the Stinger 2.0L I've also driven the 3.3L V6 back to back and the best I can say about the 4 banger KIA is if you're interested in performance, don't drive the GT with the larger engine. It will ruin you. ;) On the other hand, the 2.0L Stinger has its own advantages in terms of purchase price and fuel economy. Obviously I agree with your perception of the KIA brand. And it extends to several models including the Soul, the Sorento, the Telluride, the new Forte, the K900 and the Stinger. I think the aging Optima needs a refresh to compete with the Accord, the Mazda6, and the Camry. The Cadenza is an interesting vehicle, as well, but again I think there are better choices among its rivals. I have no doubt that most Americans shopping in this category will opt for the Stinger GT. I simply thought comparing it to the Arteon highlights some interesting differences between an "American-ized" Grand Touring vehicle and a true European GT at about the same price point.
Had mine almost 3 months now ....couldn't be happier....I've had Vette owners lusting after my car....is it perfect? Of course not but for the reasonable price of 45k OTD (GT2 AWD) it's 50k less than an S7 with much better warranty.....probably 75k less than panamera. For those with the attitude of " it's still a KIA" .....you couldn't be more wrong.....the designer came from Audi and the Engine tuner/designer came from the M division of BMW.....so in essence it's a German car with Korean badging.....either way name another car that's this practical, fast and sexy.....I'll wait
Lawrence Williams so true most people that are cutting on the car are just being badge snobs... lol Kia has stepped up their game considerably... folks also,seem to forget they have a bunch of bmw engineers that went over to Kia... kinda makes u think now don’t it.
@@thjtr-qx3ro people gettin stuck in a time warp....this ain't 1998 or even 2010....Kia has changed tremendously over the years.....if you fail to see that , then that's a YOU problem!
I like the looks and performance of this car, but it's biggest problem is it's a Kia. Unfortunately I don't think brands that started out as budget brands like Kia and Hyundai will ever get rid of that stigma.
Eventually it will. Kia / Hyundai just recently started upping their game. Will take several years of outputting quality new cars to shift that stigma.
I just bought this exact car today, very first comment i got from someone "Damn, nice ride! What is that?!?" Mind you, nowhere on my car does it say "Kia' bc the previous owner did some aftermarket mods, black with silver slanted "K" on the hood, it says "Stinger" on the back in black instead of the polished chrome (it's a small but noticeable detail that really enhances the look of the car), also says "Stinger" on the steering wheel instead of "Kia". I'm telling you, this is a car that gets noticed! I've had three BMW's in the past, and they were great, don't get me wrong, but unlike BMW, i have yet to see another car like mine on the road! Glad i saved my $ and got a car i love even more, and with an unbeatable warranty! Kia got it right with the Stinger GT2! 🔥🔥🔥
Due to the high price, I would take the smaller engine for about ten grand less. Except for giving up the acceleration it should be about the same thing I would think. Also the Hyundai G70 is a close relative of this with a different look.
If you get the GT or the GT1 like I have it has a different shifter that will lock it into manual mode when you slide it to the left. It is a better system than the electronic shifter even tho that costs more. FYI
Tyler Callis I know the charger has good gas mileage. My roommate has a scat pack and he says he able to turn it to a four cylinder engine when he does long drives and then turn the rest back on when he’s back in town. And they have lots of room (scat pack). But maintenance between the two I’m not too sure on and will have to do more research.
@@tannerhughes6274 the tires on the kia are much more expensive compared to the charger, but the charger is heavier than the kia, so the ride is going to be a little different, the kia is corner zippy the charger is more straight line designed, the 4 cylinder while driving long distances is very nice but I believe it only works when cruise control is set.
I’m 24 and have been looking at a car that has decent/good mileage but has the power to keep up with the faster cars. And from what I’ve seen this car can hit some damn good speeds. Do you think this is a good car to invest in or would another for the price be better?
For the price I feel like it’s a pretty good deal considering how many features it has and how it feels more luxurious than expected...but if performance is a bigger deal than you could get a Mustang/Camaro/Charger for cheaper...mileage isn’t great but not terrible either.
Anyone who thinks $50k is too much to spend on a Kia has no idea what they are talking about. So is the 2020 Supra worth the $60k premium? Or how about the Nissan GT-R? If anything, this car is underpriced compared to its competition.
@Catholic Firefighter 100% agreed. This car is in the same class with the Porsche Panamera, Audi S4/S5, BMW M340i, the Mercedes C43AMG, etc It's underpriced for what it is. You are easily paying $20k more for the other cars in the same bracket.
@Catholic Firefighter 100% agree except for from its sibling, the Genesis G70. Audi and BMW like you said make great cars but the great thing about Kia and all of their cars (except the Rio) is that you get so much for your money and more.
What do you think of the Stinger? As you can tell, I was impressed in many ways. It punches above its weight and truly offers a lot.
*Thanks for watching and have an awesome day!* 👍
Always wanted the Stinger - I've been getting feedback of long term use / like less than a year, and creaks and rattles are appearing. Hope that's rectified - and the display is just small. Even a Sonata has a 10.25" display. My only complaint.
Good review and like someone else said I have seen many reviews and you the FIRST to say passenger dimming mirror. Very rare to find on cars but my Jeep GC has it so I am spoiled with both side mirrors dimming. Stinger is a great buy especially if you build a spreadsheet and start comparing to others as things start to become very clear just how good this car is 👍
Thank you! No kidding, it’s so nice to have both sides auto dimming...those seem to be the worst areas for blinding lights behind you, glad they included it. It’s a sweet car and like you said, stacks up very well!
The Stinger is trying to sell itself as something it’s not. Let’s see. Quad exhaust and fake vents with 365HP?? The mustang Gt is 460 w/ dual exhaust. The Camaro SS matches the Mustang HP with dual exhaust. The BMW M3 has 453 with quad exhaust. Kia is the ONLY car putting a quad exhaust on a 300 pony car without even hitting the 400 pony mark. Dodge doesn’t even need quad exhaust to sell itself as a beastly fast car. So who exactly is this car marketed to? My guess is the person who doesn’t know if they want a sports car or a sedan that’s been tricked out. So Kia got you a sedan and tricked it out with fake vents and a useless quad exhaust just for cosmetic purposes. Might as well put that money into a Subaru or just go get a real muscle car because the Kia Stinger is NOT a muscle car. Or put that $50,000 into a pre-lease 2017 Guila Quadrigfolio. You’d be happy you did.
What year is this?
Finally! Someone who actually shows how the ambient lighting is in the stinger! 👍🏼
More reviewers should do night time reviews. The cars interior comes alive at night.
Jesus I didn’t know this beautiful thing had ambient lighting!! Forsure my next car
I watched like 20 of these videos and you’re the first person to point out the headlights turning.
Dang I’m glad to hear it haha. Thanks for watching!
Well, maybe others have just gotten used to new cars all having that. My wife's 16 Kia Rio had it, my own 2011 Insignia have it so yeah... Doesn't take away that it is very useful rho.
Honestly, this car has nothing but good reviews . The price seems to be fully justified. It's perfect for those who want a european feel with some european styling and asian reliability (korea is moving up there). People are going to look back on this car in awe. Maybe it's just me but I dont find theres anything impressive about non-M BMWs or non-RS Audi or non-AMG Mercedes. While there are some beautiful models/classes, this car turns heads and is an excellent balance of all that one would be looking for in an entry level sports/luxury sedan with AWD.
Just bought the 2019 GT2 and I'm so impressed. Good job, KIA. This brand is going to be a top badge soon with cars like the Stinger and Telluride. Wow!
Glad to hear it! Nice choice too...people need to truly drive them to fully appreciate them. Enjoy your ride! 😁👍
People need to stop being ashamed of the Kia badge and replacing with the 'E' logo. Wear it proud for what it is.
@@Jasonboyee the E badge is exclusive in Korea......not shamefully worn just respect for one of their own
How are they in gas ?
@@yamilextoyorodriguez8081 not the greatest with the V6 twin turbo. ...low 20s
I just sold my X2 M Sport for a GT2. No competition, the Stinger is so much more car in every single way I can’t believe it. I am so impressed with it. Can’t believe I traded a fricken BMW for a Kia, WTF? my friends all thought I was crazy too...until they saw it and drove it. All opinions changed. Is it a 5 series? Duh, no. But it’s half the price
I have the same color/seat combo as this. Someone hit me three weeks back who drove a brand new Kia Sportage, and I shit you not, his car bounced off mine and was sent into the other lane, while the Stinger barely budged. He was to my left, then he got over on me without looking and his front wheel hit my rear wheel. This car is a TANK! I have never felt so safe in a vehicle, even driving my Subaru Crosstrek.
Wow crazy! I’m glad to hear you’re ok though!
Good to know
Just bought this exact model/trim/color/new 2022-- last month. Not a single thing I don't love about it! I am in love with this car and everytime I drive it multiple people are amazed by it and can't believe it's a kia. You know you made the right choice when you can't walk back in your house cause you can't stop staring at it. Researched and watched so many videos before pulling the trigger and I'm so glad I did. If you're thinking about getting this car...do it. You won't regret it.
I have a 2018 HiChroma Red Stinger GT2 and LOVE IT!!!! Kia did an excellent job with this car....it's beautiful, luxurious, sporty, fast.....on and on!! The best car purchase I have made in a very long time! OOOHHH.....this question is for every Stinger owner.....do you get people stopping in the middle of the street to ask about your car....or.....have people stare at your car daily when you pass them on the road....or.....have people come up to you when you park to talk about the car? Well....I do! This is an amazing car and I love it!! :) If you are thinking/debating on whether or not to purchase a Stinger, I would recommend this car any day of the week! Seriously. Btw, thank you for the video.....great job showing it off! :)
Great review. Definitely worth the money! This car is a beast!!! Steering reacts well... transmission is smooth... audio is crazy!!! Has all the bells and whistles. Why pay 20-30k more for different logo and 3yr warranty. This has a 5 yr 60k warranty... 10yr 100k on engine and trans. Love this car!!!
Thank you! For sure..I was super impressed with it and loved driving it. Thanks for stopping by! 👍
I bought one a month ago... Great car!!!
I like the way he reviewed this car in every details and very informative good job. KIA stinger is like a luxurious sports car love IT.
Thank you for the kind words!
I frequently mistake these for Jaguar XJ's from the rear. Love these things! Ever since the Chevy SS sedan stopped being produced, this is probably the best in its class. Stellar review as always man! Huge thumbs up :)
I'm not a fan of the fastback rear slope by the way, I'm more of a trunk guy (LOL) but it is definitely the way to go for delivering on the sporty look.
Thank you very much, I appreciate the kind words! 😁👍
Canadian Plane Spotter it’s also way better than a Chevy (Holden) SS
It definitely looked like a Jag when he had the trunk up!!
Every time I see a comment slamming the resale value of a KIA I wonder about the job schools are doing in teaching arithmetic. Here's a hypothetical example. Vehicle "A" sells new for $45,000. Vehicle "B" sells for $65,000. After 4 years "A" loses 40% of its value in depreciation, a loss of $18,000. Vehicle "B" loses 30% of its value over the same period. A loss of $19,500. "B" is worth more after 4 years ($45,500 vs $27,000) but that's not the relevant calculation. Vehicle "A" represented a savings of $20,000 on initial purchase and another $1500 in terms of depreciation loss. Altogether a savings of $21,500.
Furthermore, the same results can be found in the real world. Last year I traded a 2012 KIA Sorento for a new top trim version of the same vehicle. The trade-in value I received from the dealer was within $800 of the Blue Book value of a comparable 2012 Toyota Highlander (the champ of resale value in the category). But I had paid about $6000 less for the Sorento than the best offer I had for a Highlander from a Toyota dealer. Even with the slightly greater loss in depreciation, I saved over $5000 on the entire period of ownership. My dealer did well, too. He sold my 2012 Sorento in 24 hours for $2000 more than he paid me.
That’s great to hear about the resale story. I think it’s all too forgotten that actual resale needs to factor in the purchase price rather than MSRP lol. Toyota rarely discounts their vehicles much. Thanks for the input!
Stephen ....Excellent point! And so true!
If they taught accounting principles in primary schooling I’m sure what you said would make sense. Haha 👌🏾
Edit: to the people you mentioned who complain about KIA depreciation I mean. 😌
@@KidKingdomHearts In the dim dark days when dinosaurs roamed the highways and I attended what we then called Jr High, the boys took "Shop" and the girls took "Home Economics." I've often thought it would be a good idea for everyone to take Home Ec. Males could learn to hard boil an egg and everyone could learn some valuable lessons about purchasing declining assets. :)
And the longer one keeps a car, the less depreciation even comes into it, when doing a comparison. This Kia represents great value. I plan a 2020 one.
Love that paint and interior combo. Wow.
Very accurate review!!! I have a GT1 as my daily driver and love it. The steering is very precise. There are no compromises and the Stinger exceeds all expectations so far.
Thank you very much! You’ve got an awesome ride 😁👍
How u compare this to a dodge charger scat pack
@@jesussalvation288 a Scatpack was what I compared it to. The Dodge sounds better and they are pretty close in performance. I chose the Stinger for the looks and that hatch was very useful. Plus you see Chargers at every intersection. But I sold the Stinger to get an IS500.
I have had mine for a month, I can tell you it is worth the money. You get a lot of car for your money and its a great drive.
My friends who were part of the "Its a Kia" brigade have changed their minds after seeing this car. I have the rear wheel 3.3 V6 model as AWD not available in UK.
That’s awesome to hear! Super impressive!
When i was young 1975 i had an Challenger -71 with 440" engine and now little older i have an Stinger too but with diesel engine and 200 hp! Its a nice ride anyway!
People saying that a 365 hp sports sedan should be under $50k have no idea what they are talking about. What other car in its class is that price? (BMW M340i, Porsche, Audi S4/S5, Mercedes C43AMG)
Yep.......put another badge on this and it's easily 80k
@@Foregrlz pretty much
@Silver N Black Mopar I guess we'll never know ! But sticker is 55k loaded and a well equipped S5 sportback is near 75-80k right? Apples to apples
@Silver N Black Mopar it begins somewhere......that time is now. Seeing how I've owned one for 7 months AFTER cross shopping lower levels of German machinery, I think I've got a good enough grab on the comparison....Toyota, honda and datsun came to the States with not a lot of glimmer and glam building up to levels that are highly respected....for you to say the Hyundai/Kia/Genesis umbrella isn't moving forward is a blind,sad statement. I'm to assume you read this in the book titled; you are always right! Sorry fiat/charger guy but you're in over your head.....I'll see you in the future .....regardless of what you THINK the Korean influence is real.....
@Silver N Black Mopar but that's you my guy......you have a twisted sense of good n bad.....if you honestly don't know what it's like to own a stinger, then you shouldn't speak on the topic ....you can and have but you seem a bit off with your commentary.....saying you paid 20k for a charger and you're getting exactly what you paid.....take care and enjoy your car.....criticizing someone else's choices makes a ton of sense😉
Honestly the Kia Stinger looks amazing in person! Videos and pictures it looks awkward but it looks really good in the flesh! I just don’t like the Kia dealerships
No one likes any dealerships🤥🤥
Some dealers are especially irksome. Sometimes they send an attack salesman(lady) who you can’t stand for whatever reason.
Yeah, saw one in person the other in this color. I was impressed on how low slung it looked compared to my 2102 optima sx, assuming the owner hadn't modified the suspension
Best review I’ve ever seen of any car hands down!!! I’ve never seen a reviewer demonstrate adaptive headlights. Awesome!!!
Tyler Shrewsbury thank you very much! I started doing entire videos at night to show off other cars lights if you want to see any. Unfortunately I didn’t get any extra night video of the Stinger but it’s a sweet ride!
You was so happy and pleasured))) Because it is a really great car!!! Real family sports car! With cool trunk)
*Kias bringing the looks dept to the table on this one. I LOVE that it has a somewhat normal looking grill and not one of those absurditys that certain companys seem to find attractive as of late. But the real question is can this KIA walk the walk and go 200-300k miles like the toyotas and the hondas of the 90's and 2000's or will all the technology be too expensive to maintain and they all end up in the crusher in short order...*
KIAs suck in terms of reliability. Name one KIA that can last 300k miles. They have a class action suit against them right now in the States for uncontained and catastrophic engine failures...give me a Honda Civic Type R any day if I wanted a sports car to last me awhile
Canadian Plane Spotter good luck with that...😉
@@canadianplanespotter my 2011 is at 160k without any issues
KIA doesn't get as much respect as it should. This is one kickass car, and no one's talking about it.
I loved this car as soon as it came out. But I wasn't ready to spend $60K (tax included CAD dollars) for a brand new one. So, I waited about a year and got a slightly used one with low mileage for a lot less on a 2018 HiChroma Red AWD GT Limited (equivalent to GT2) and love it even more now that I own one. The hatchback is great ! I much prefer that over a regular trunk. The only negative points is the sluggish Kia UVO remote starter, the rather muted sounding exhaust, and those auto-dimming mirrors don't dim enough for my taste (I will get tinted windows installed soon anyway).
That’s awesome and I’m glad to hear it! Thanks for sharing. Good idea with the tinted windows too 😁👍
I wish this color combo (ghost grey or ceramic silver with red leather interior) was a standard option in Canada. There was a GT Limited Anniversary edition that has this color combo, but they upcharge for it when they really shouldn't, as that red nappa leather is amazing to look at and sit in.
Nissan markets themselves like they’re Kia, except Kia proves time and time again how lazy Nissan really is. Maxima owners will know exactly what I’m talking about.
stinger gt eats the maxima all day everyday
Maxima owner here. Sadly, I know what you mean. I'll be test driving a Stinger this weekend.
why compares maxima to stinger :(
Indomie Seleraku similar price point
@@Thisizmyname ah i see ... :D
Compared to every single other car brand all of these features with the twin turbo fast engine will be well over 60-70k so the fact that Kia is keeping up with technology and performance while keeping a very reasonable price shows how good they are
I would pick this over any other car.
that's sad
@@samsquantch14 And why is that sad for you?
I want the 2022 version of this car bad. The aftermarket tunes ect on this car takes it to the next level
Had mine for over a year and wouldn’t get rid of it. I like the G70 and the manual it offers but I got this at 4.5k or so off and I’m good.
My only regret is not waiting for the 2019 with the wireless charging and 360 view.
Glad to hear it! It’s a very impressive car. Those features are nice for sure, but still. Thanks for stopping by! 👍
Anarke626 I sort of feel the same way, but the discounts on the 2018 were insane. Rather pay $11k under MSRP and miss out on 360 camera which is mostly a gimmick anyway
@@skylarbcuda not really a gimmick at all. ...easy to call it that when you don't have it
Anarke626 agreed on missing those two options on the 2018 model although I did get mine used with a fantastic discount vs. new.
I love hatchbacks and this color is amazing! At the price I can’t help and want a tesla 3 though....
@Mr.Tweezy007 this made me laugh
I remember when people used to laugh at you for driving a Kia🤔 They definitely stepped their game up.
I just got my 2019 Kia Stinger GT in Panthera Metal ... this car is awesome I have Borla exhaust system which really sound freaky amazing and rims from(NICHE). I also have Stinger badge on the front and rear but I should have upgraded to the GT 1 for the speakers. I guess I will just put some after market speakers. This car is freaky ass sexy..people come up to me asking what is this since I took off the Kia badges...
I Love my 18 Black/Red GT2 AWD 2018 Stinger I leased on October 31st of last year. Corvette Kid!! Have Dads 84 Wht/Red, Sister has Dads 92 Blk/Red, and My Dad has an 07 Red/Tan with just above 30K Miles. (My Sister has Already Claimed :\ ) This Stinger is a Beast and trust I Run it when I can! ( Daily, Ha! ) Kia is doing their thing! Car is perfect to me for a Daily Driver or weekend only. My Girl Bought herself a Red/Blk same as mine 2019 three months ago and she basically drives on weekends. Great review and keep up the good work! Real Deal Kia! I recommend for all the Bang for your Dollar. (Not trying to spend $70 + K for a new Vette)! Telluride Prestige is my next add of an SUV! Dre'
Soul to a stinger soon 😍💙
Stormie Caliente that’s sweet! Huge upgrade, you’ll love it 😁👍
My favorite everyday family budget supercar.
This guy has such good content he should really have 1 million subs
Wow thank you very much, I appreciate it!
How small the infotainment screen should be?
Kia: Yes
Just found this channel. Way better than Matt Maran. As your channel grows and the production value improves, you'll do well.
Thank you very much, I appreciate that. I’ll keep working to improve things! 😁👍
I love this car in that color with that interior. I think they did a great job on this car. So much to like. I get that $50,000 is a lot of money to spend on a Kia, but for what I understand they have some great offers on them and the European competition will be a lot less reliable and will cost much more in ownership costs over time. And the American competition (Charger) is just a other rental car and just isn’t a fun, nimble car, unless you spend the dough for a SRT or Hellcat. Nice car, nice review!
I love the color combo too. Looks great. From what I’ve seen from recent Kias I would guess it will hold up well hopefully! Thank you very much sir!
$50k is not a lot to spend on a Kia
Love your review 👍👍 and i want a Stinger GT with that red Nappa leather 😃
Thank you! Me too 😁
I bought this exact car after seeing this review. Thank you
That’s awesome! It’s a sweet car, thanks for sharing!
@@PrimeAutotainment Looks like you have to endure the lousy roads of suburban Detroit. Born and raised there. Worst roads in the world.
Looking at one too... wondering what everyone’s monthly payments are on this
My favorite car when I finally get some money. Stinger GT and Genesis G70 are the only cars I want on my driveway so right now enjoy my 2011 Sonata till that day. I pay cash for cars so might take a while or end up making payments for this. lol
This got the best warranty in the industry so won’t break down like the Audi, BMW, Infinity and Mercedes competition. Last same as Toyota’s Lexus and Honda’s Acura but way cheaper to maintain and own.
Isaac Kamau both the stinger and Genesis G70 are sweet. They’ve done a great job with them. Props to you for paying cash for cars...that’s the only way to go and the way I recommend! Hope you can get one sometime...could probably get a used one soon for a decent price 👍
Prime Autotainment Yes that’s the plan, to get a 2019 GT sometime next year. Either your exact color or white. This machine is gorgeous... pictures and videos don’t do it justice because when you see one on the road all you do is stare. Just like the Telluride. Same for the Kia K900 & Cadenza.
Couldn't believe how fast it actually was as stock. Got a ride in one and was not expecting that.
TURBOS! 2 of them...
Never thought I'd live to see the day that Glossy Primer would be a cool color. Yes...ima boomer LOL
I love that color! Nice review!
Me too! Thank you very much!
Ur new subscriber congrats thank u so much for showing me all this🤝💙
Thank you very much!
THIS is the only KIA I’d buy
What about the new K5 GT, Telluride or new Sorento? Kia has way better vehicles right now than Mazda, Nissan and even Honda!
Great car i have the 2019 gts get 32 mpg highway with a great ride and lots of fun. Build quality is excellent. I like the ride it doesnt have the super hard suspension of most sports cars. Very nice on rough roads and even on gravel.
They should have made that in their genesis brand probably would been the hottest car on the market.
I'm not sure if I understand you
It's a kia, not a Hyundai. Only thing that's the same is the platform
I can’t wait 😊 to buy this car 🚗
I can’t wait FOR you lol! You’ll love it
Great review. Just subscribed
Thank you so much 😁👍
if it only got recaro seats, still i think i will get it! cant get much better than this or the Q50 red sport ! but this looks better IMO in the interior !... well done KIA !!....
The kia stinger is spicey luv it
Good review. will be getting 1 very soon !
Thank you! That’s awesome!
Just wish it had a car starter button on the key and that the gas mileage wasn’t so bad per gallon
Beautiful
im not a kia fan but id totally get this
$50k if only money will grow on trees. $50k it's actually a lot of money regardless of brand. And with that in mind got to attach some prestige to the price tag.
A lot of makers for 50k your just paying for the name. This is actually worth it.
Great video! Thanks. I'm considering a Stinger instead of the G70. What percentage of MSRP did you get? Was it a good deal?
Thank you! It’s not actually mine so I can’t say. Maybe some owners will chime in!
It sound awesome
Like 4.0)
Thank you for the best Kia stinger review I’ve seen on RUclips.
Thank you very much!
woah got confused when I heard the familiar track. thought it was my music playing in the background!
My future carrrrr❤️
Aw man I've been sold on the Stinger since day 1! It's an all around great looking vehicle that does everything well. I'm really digging these sport back sedans. Hopefully you can get an Audi RS5 Sport back to review. Btw I was so tickled at your facial expression when the turbos kicked in on the 1st launch control run.🤣🤣
Thanks Tran! It was really fun and impressed me all around. Thanks for the support 😁
Tran Cross the Stinger also has awesome roll on acceleration. When I leave work, I roll onto the throttle from 5 to10mph in sport mode and it’ll rocket to 60+ effortlessly.
finally, more diriving. other reviews focus too much on other stuff.
I drove pass a stinger yesterday and I wanted to know wth it was lol. I googled it and watching this, I want it lol
This is like a poor man's Porsche panamera. Super nice.
100 degrees and you’re wearing long sleeves and full length jeans Crazy Nolan. I was struck by the Stinger at launch but when I learned the right is taught even with adaptable Suspension I don’t know about the Journey.
Haha gene that’s the way it goes down here sometimes. Good thing is I usually film in the morning when it gets down to 82 😁
J CR Oh God. It was a JOKE. Nolan knows I joke with him.
gene978 the ride isn’t that firm. It’s a GT sports sedan. I’d say that it’s plush 99% of the time. I often wish for a firmer ride with less body roll in fact.
Nice!! Can you put the navigation in the center display?
Hi what’s the name and mode of that iPhone holder thingy
I heard you mention the Lexus GSF, how does this stinger stack up to the GSF? Which would you rather have?
Wouldn’t mind that screen being bigger but definitely wana get one
Nice video as always. The car seems to have a lot features. My concern would be resale value in 4-5 years.
Have you checked the resale value of a five year old BMW?
Thank you very much! Yeah hard to say right now but based off first impressions...it’s very well done. Hopefully it holds resale value well!
@@stephenhendricks103 Or a Mercedes Benz? Shockingly poor.
Dream Cruzer purchase it used and you won’t take the initial hit in depreciation. As others said, the competition drops value as well.
The Stinger is undeniably a very impressive vehicle. It's a version of a European Grand Touring sedan designed for Americans by a Korean manufacturer by German designers. For the sake of argument, though, it's worth comparing the Stinger to another true European GT at approximately the same price point, the VW Arteon. Full disclosure. I own both a KIA (Sorento) and a VW (GTI) so my brand loyalty, such as it is, is about equal.
The two vehicles are almost exactly the same length (15' 10" vs 15' 11"). The Stinger's 114.6" wheelbase is about 2 inches longer than the Arteon. It outweighs the Arteon by about 170 lbs in curb weight. Each is a "sportback" design but the Arteon has both more "trunk" space (27.19 cubic ft vs 23.3 cf) and significantly more overall cargo space behind the front row (55 cf vs 41 cf). That same difference plays out in terms of second row legroom (40" vs 36") while headroom is equal. "Grand Touring" sedans are supposed to accommodate more than two passengers on trips. The Arteon does a somewhat better job on that score.
Then there's the highly subjective issue of looks. Each is an attractive vehicle (imo) but the plastic faux vent on the side of the KIA annoys me. Overall I'd give the Arteon the points here by a little. Each has an upscale interior. The Stinger is more "in your face" while the Arteon is more "minimalist" and (to my eye) somewhat more classic. It comes down, I think, to the value one places on some bells and whistles in the KIA. Each appeals to me in different ways.
Then there's the elephant in the room. Obviously, the Stinger GT with its twin scroll turbo V6 is considerably quicker in terms of 0-60 and quarter mile acceleration than the VW's 2.0L four cylinder turbo. But that fact illustrates an important difference in terms of how most Americans and Europeans view "performance." There's a reason that Americans invented drag racing and stock car racing on high bank ovals while Europeans invented rallies and long distance racing on true roads and race tracks designed to emulate them. While Americans think of performance metrics in terms of 0-60 and quarter mile times Europeans are more likely to think of performance in a GT in terms of spending hours cruising comfortably on immaculately maintained highways at more than 100 mph and negotiating secondary roads paved over the cobblestones sometimes laid in place by the Romans two millennia ago. In the US the difference favors the KIA but I suspect that a race from Bonner's Ferry, Idaho to Cuthbertson, Montana (661 miles) would be much closer than the 0-60 and quarter mile times suggest, especially if much of that route could be traveled at more than 100 mph. The result might even go to Arteon.
Finally, there's the issue of range and fuel economy. The Stinger GT is rated by the EPA at 17/25/20 mpgs with a range of 318 miles. The Arteon is rated at 22/31/25 with a range of 435 miles. In a Grand Touring machine range is important. (Consider the "tour" across Montana noted above.) And when you're paying the equivalent of about $8.00 a gallon for fuel, as Europeans do, 25% better fuel economy is important as well.
Typically, the Stinger has been compared to much more expensive European GT sedans and that value proposition provides a strong advantage to the KIA if badge prestige is ignored. A more reasonable comparison, I think, is with the VW Arteon priced at about the same or less than the Stinger GT. I'm sure KIA will sell more Stingers than VW will sell Arteons in the US but for those who value a true European GT the Arteon is worth a serious look.
Stinger also offers 2.0L turbo engine (255 HP). Probably it's more appropriate to compare that one to the Arteon !
@@martinkostadinov2445 That's true, of course. I focused on the V6 Stinger because that's the model reviewed here and the one that most clearly illustrates the difference between an American-ized version of a European Grand Touring vehicle.
@@stephenhendricks103 My comment was especially about the fuel economy: 22/29/25 are the numbers for the 2.0L Stinger - more or less the same as the Arteon. Maybe it's good to mention something about the long term reliability, where KIA surpasses all the German brands (except Porsche, but that's different beer/level :)
I really like the Stinger. It totally changed my perception for KIA as a brand.
@@martinkostadinov2445 As I noted, I've owned both KIA and a VW vehicles and have found each brand to be essentially equal in terms of reliability. i.e. Totally reliable. But that's personal experience, not a statistical comparison. Further, I've noted elsewhere that "reliability" is an incredibly complicated topic that can't be reduced to brand rankings when considering individual vehicles and model years. And that, after all, is what one buys rather than a "brand."
I've driven both the 2.0L Stinger and the Arteon and I personally find the Arteon to be a better vehicle. But that may well reflect the fact that I own a GTI with the same 2.0L turbo as the Arteon so it feels more familiar. And when I've driven the Stinger 2.0L I've also driven the 3.3L V6 back to back and the best I can say about the 4 banger KIA is if you're interested in performance, don't drive the GT with the larger engine. It will ruin you. ;) On the other hand, the 2.0L Stinger has its own advantages in terms of purchase price and fuel economy.
Obviously I agree with your perception of the KIA brand. And it extends to several models including the Soul, the Sorento, the Telluride, the new Forte, the K900 and the Stinger. I think the aging Optima needs a refresh to compete with the Accord, the Mazda6, and the Camry. The Cadenza is an interesting vehicle, as well, but again I think there are better choices among its rivals.
I have no doubt that most Americans shopping in this category will opt for the Stinger GT. I simply thought comparing it to the Arteon highlights some interesting differences between an "American-ized" Grand Touring vehicle and a true European GT at about the same price point.
@@stephenhendricks103 Thanks for sharing Stephen! I find the above info quite useful.
Thinking about getting one of these
Reallly thinking about a loaded 22 GT2
Hows the paint quality on the stinger ?
If Kia started out with cars like this they wouldn’t have a bad rep
delete those faux hood vents, like the hatchback trunk
Had mine almost 3 months now ....couldn't be happier....I've had Vette owners lusting after my car....is it perfect? Of course not but for the reasonable price of 45k OTD (GT2 AWD) it's 50k less than an S7 with much better warranty.....probably 75k less than panamera.
For those with the attitude of " it's still a KIA" .....you couldn't be more wrong.....the designer came from Audi and the Engine tuner/designer came from the M division of BMW.....so in essence it's a German car with Korean badging.....either way name another car that's this practical, fast and sexy.....I'll wait
Lawrence Williams so true most people that are cutting on the car are just being badge snobs... lol Kia has stepped up their game considerably... folks also,seem to forget they have a bunch of bmw engineers that went over to Kia... kinda makes u think now don’t it.
@@thjtr-qx3ro people gettin stuck in a time warp....this ain't 1998 or even 2010....Kia has changed tremendously over the years.....if you fail to see that , then that's a YOU problem!
Does it use aux/usb cable to play apple car play. Or can it be done w Bluetooth?
Will a set of golf clubs fit in the back without putting down either rear seat?
Yes they will! 👍
Cindy Keselowski - Yep! No problem getting my clubs in!
I like the looks and performance of this car, but it's biggest problem is it's a Kia. Unfortunately I don't think brands that started out as budget brands like Kia and Hyundai will ever get rid of that stigma.
Eventually it will. Kia / Hyundai just recently started upping their game. Will take several years of outputting quality new cars to shift that stigma.
I just bought this exact car today, very first comment i got from someone "Damn, nice ride! What is that?!?" Mind you, nowhere on my car does it say "Kia' bc the previous owner did some aftermarket mods, black with silver slanted "K" on the hood, it says "Stinger" on the back in black instead of the polished chrome (it's a small but noticeable detail that really enhances the look of the car), also says "Stinger" on the steering wheel instead of "Kia". I'm telling you, this is a car that gets noticed! I've had three BMW's in the past, and they were great, don't get me wrong, but unlike BMW, i have yet to see another car like mine on the road! Glad i saved my $ and got a car i love even more, and with an unbeatable warranty! Kia got it right with the Stinger GT2! 🔥🔥🔥
Due to the high price, I would take the smaller engine for about ten grand less. Except for giving up the acceleration it should be about the same thing I would think. Also the Hyundai G70 is a close relative of this with a different look.
Are these cars worth it 5 years later??? Because I'm interested lol
Good review.
Thanks!
If you get the GT or the GT1 like I have it has a different shifter that will lock it into manual mode when you slide it to the left. It is a better system than the electronic shifter even tho that costs more. FYI
With the GT2 I just turn off traction control and it stays in manual
I’m spilt between this, or the Dodge Charger Scat Pack. Both pretty even in my mind for comparison.
Keep in mind gas mileage difference, group travel, storage, color choices, tire replacement, routine maintenance.
Tyler Callis I know the charger has good gas mileage. My roommate has a scat pack and he says he able to turn it to a four cylinder engine when he does long drives and then turn the rest back on when he’s back in town. And they have lots of room (scat pack). But maintenance between the two I’m not too sure on and will have to do more research.
@@tannerhughes6274 the tires on the kia are much more expensive compared to the charger, but the charger is heavier than the kia, so the ride is going to be a little different, the kia is corner zippy the charger is more straight line designed, the 4 cylinder while driving long distances is very nice but I believe it only works when cruise control is set.
If only they made a 6-speed manual
It don't look as fast as it sound but you have to be in the driver seat to really tell
Daniel Day yea it performs pretty good i test drove one when I bought my Optima
This is my next car
I wish the back end looked sportier. It looks long and has a fat end. Overall look could have been sportier
Just get an aftermarket rear diffuser
What year model is this?
Is this the ceramic silver color ?
I’m 24 and have been looking at a car that has decent/good mileage but has the power to keep up with the faster cars. And from what I’ve seen this car can hit some damn good speeds. Do you think this is a good car to invest in or would another for the price be better?
For the price I feel like it’s a pretty good deal considering how many features it has and how it feels more luxurious than expected...but if performance is a bigger deal than you could get a Mustang/Camaro/Charger for cheaper...mileage isn’t great but not terrible either.
Well at first i was looking to buy a Q50 red sport but fuck it you sold me that kia pretty fucking good
This is a great car, I don’t know if I’d get one in the future. But it has all the nice luxury features, just a little to much to spend on a KIA.
Yeah it is. I think that’s how a lot of people will look at it too. Thanks for watching as always 😁👍
No one pays sticker price. There is tons of rebates if you do your homework.
Anyone who thinks $50k is too much to spend on a Kia has no idea what they are talking about. So is the 2020 Supra worth the $60k premium? Or how about the Nissan GT-R?
If anything, this car is underpriced compared to its competition.
@Catholic Firefighter 100% agreed. This car is in the same class with the Porsche Panamera, Audi S4/S5, BMW M340i, the Mercedes C43AMG, etc
It's underpriced for what it is. You are easily paying $20k more for the other cars in the same bracket.
@Catholic Firefighter 100% agree except for from its sibling, the Genesis G70. Audi and BMW like you said make great cars but the great thing about Kia and all of their cars (except the Rio) is that you get so much for your money and more.
I would like it better if it was a 2 door. Great job on the vids :)
That would be sweet! Thanks Mike! 😀
@Silver N Black Mopar I know, I am just one of the few people that do not go around everywhere with an entourage.
Wow, no heated steering in the US?