@@ra7en114 yes but its still "ON" Despite what it says on the dash! ie you can't do doughnuts or stand still 11s coz that activates its launch program!
I own one gt just like that one upgrade exhaust tune and other simple moods to push the hp over 400 and car is a monster Love driving to work every day lol
@@Hutchy86 I have a AWD and average around 10-12 L/100km in the city if I'm nice to it but really closer too 15 if I want to be anywhere quickly. 9 on the highway if you use eco
@chancemcclendon3906 That's actually good for a TT V6. My Kona N is doing similar economy, lower in the city but same on freeways. Looking to upgrade to a Stinger 2021+ soon.
Nice to see someone actually drive it! I had to address the suspension and brake pads in the US but now it is much better imo. I upped the boost a few pounds and gives me more of what I like and I have the AWD so I can't drift quite like you but more like power slides I call them. Everything you say is spot on and I love how it is not just the same boring drive/review! Nice Job. I think with the extra 100 ft lbs and 100 hp you get with a piggy back you would easily break 1 min and beat the RCF
A real driver! , that's what i was looking for, Thanks Chris . I pick mine up tomorrow, I can't see myself drifting it , but it's nice to know it can .
@@CarExpertAus Hey Paul love the channel mate, I wanted to ask with the updated Stinger did KIA make any techinical changes to the car (suspension, transmission ect) or was it all cosmetic?
Not sure if its cause of where the camera was located outside but it sounds way better than I thought it would, nice induction rasp and solid exhaust note.
Excellent video. Bit surprised at the 0-100 time. There are several videos where chaps in stock Stingers have done it in 4.2 - 4.3 seconds. That aside, the Stinger is a fantastic car on long trips and the driving experience is wonderful. Unfortunately for those of us that have Stingers, we may not be able to get them on a track to get full enjoyment out of them. Still loving mine after 1 year of owning one.
Love the drifts done with the Stinger. Easily one of my favorite cars a all of today. On the road its perfect and the lap time was very good. Wished there was a Go Pro mounted behind the cars so you can tell when they are stepping out on corners, ect.
Very Kool I got a 19 WRX because I couldn't afford a AWD Stinger GT but I will get one in the future best family car ever .....and Aussies probably drive like this on the streets this guy is a pleasure to watch
@@mharro88 Yes you might be right. It’s not the fastest , also They designers themselves said it is not meant to be driven on tracks. It’s just a special GT, that looks like GT cars from 1970s era. Thats why it’s a special one . Let’s agree to stop comparing it to anything out there.
I'm really glad I bought my Stinger in 2018. It's very hard to fault at the price but it really doesn't appeal to the romantics that love pedigree, history and badges. I'm okay with that. EDIT: I really didn't like the Contisport tyres that it came with but now that I've got Pilot Sport 4S it feels premium in the corners.
Remember, this is supposed to be a daily driver. And for a daily driver to be able to provide all this comfort,excitement, and speed that comes in several packages. At this price point? The Stinger GT is a clear winner 🏆
If you get this car. Hands down most noticeable mod. EIBACH front & rear sway bars!!! I have both settings on hard on my RWD and it makes a crazy difference!
Isn't that a 2022 with those rims? Cus we have a 2021 Stinger GT and the rims are the pre face-lift Stinger wheels, the original ones. Pretty sure those rims were introduced with the 2022. And the taillights
American, perchance? Australia doesn't tend to do the whole model year "in advance" sort of thing. It is probably what America would call a 2022, or MY22, but in Australia it's a 2021 in both cases.
I have a 2020 Stinger GT brilliant car love driving it stilling learning, what more could you want in a sports saloon...I also have the upgrade exhaust worth the extra money...
Wouldn't know in 'Straya, we only get the RWD version. From testing in 'Murica the AWD version is a couple tenths quicker 0-60mph but it's not a remarkable difference considering it would have more traction.
Told my family that I'll buy this car if I strike lottery this weekend...then my son reminded me that we have a speed bump near our house. Is the car too low to handle normal speed bumps (i.e. avoid scrapping the bottom panels)?
$$$ worth buying? is there a competitor even close for the price? What colour choice? I like red... but seeking the silver maybe??? Whats thaughts ppl?
Go drive one mate they're fantastic! I've got a really bad spine and can't handle cars that ride even remotely hard and I drove one for over an hour and couldn't believe how compliant it was in comfort which is exactly what you want in a daily.. The Fact they come with pretty much every safety system, awesome LED active headlights, heated and air con seats, sound system with subs under the seats etc they're a no brainier! Oh and 7 years warranty! Sell it at 4 years old and it's a no risk purchase to the buyer as they have 3 years remaining and you can get a new one! I'll be getting white with red nappa leather.. 👌
It's definitely worth the price, and as for color, Micro Blue is an absolutely beautiful color. It's what ours is in. Go test drive one and then think about it. It's a great drivers car.
@@malsmith2012 I couldn't agree more Mal. I too have a back issue and that is why I got rid of my brilliant Mazda MX 5 a few years ago. Brilliant car but very difficult to get in and out o, especially at shopping centre car spaces. The standard equipment is amazing and the new model has some nice improvements over last years model which I have. I have adjusted the driving seat to my setting and it is so easy to get in and out of it. Fantastic on a long trip as it is so comfortable. Value for money, bang for bucks, it is unbeatable in my opinion. The quality of the fittings is also superb. Nappa leather as standard. You pay a premium for that along with a 15 speaker Harmon Kardon sound system and active LED headlights, auto cruise control etc. etc. I bought the Black Night Sky edition last year and it has the light grey interior. It looks classy yet sporty. I almost bought a white one with the red interior as that looked great. The Black with red interior is also stunning. Pity we don't get the suede edition like they do in Canada. That has a stunning interior. Now if they ever bring out the Scorpion edition to Oz, I would be seriously tempted to trade mine in for one of those.
@@Sp00kq The Micro Blue is an amazing colour. I wanted that with the light grey interior. Madam wanted the Black with light grey interior. We compromised and got Black. That was my second choice as I love black cars and have had quite a few. Totally agree, it is a stunning driver's car.
@@stephenluxa1923 Hi mate, yep ripper car! I love hearing from owners of them and your take sounds like a lot of owners.. I so hope KIA bring out a special edition with over 300 KW or give the next life cycle update a power upgrade to at least 300kw.. The car will be even better and it'll hold its own even better against the euro cars that go for twice its price or more.. Also Looking forward to the new Genesis G70 wagon thats just been confirmed for Australia.. Good times for us car people.. Cheers
Totally agree Tom. Brilliant package for the money. This is like a similar analogy to those who would only drink Bollinger or Dom Perignon and nothing else. Great stuff but there are other champagnes that are as good or better for half the price. We tasted several different brands in the Champagne region which people have never heard of. Marketing rules some people's lives.
Does your press car have tweaks in it or did you pull fuses? I can't fully disable esp in mine and I know how to drift! In the XR8 It's no problem. In the stinger it's twitchy and uncontrollable
@@Hutchy86 I have done Sydney to Melbourne a couple of times and in cruise on the freeway, it was just over 7 liters which I think is really good for a car of its size.
I tested the RS3 a few weeks ago, full review will be on Car Expert soon. But unfortunately we didn't do a video. RS3 is quicker, but AWD, plus more power and 100kg lighter.
I went from a MK7 Golf R (sister car from the S3) and my stock AWD Stinger feels a little slower off the line, but has better top end than my Golf had. My Golf was also tuned to around 360HP.
@@chrisatkinson7431 great video mate, it's your best one yet, was really good to see you throwing it around and not holding back. Those power slides were epic!!!
@@CarExpertAus I know 😉 it is a great daily driver too. I just wish it had liiiiitle bit better petrol consumption. Heaps of people hate it because it isn't a V8 or they just hate Kia in general or simply just love those German cars where you pay for each option extra 😉
It doesn't in Australia. Any german car with similar specs and/or performance is close to double the price here. Americans shit on it since it isnt priced as well and it's much closer in price to it's euro counterparts.
@@yanni6969 Yeah nah it gets plenty of hate in Australia because for some reason paying $60k for a Sorento or a Carnival is perfectly okay, but when it's a RWD sporty lift back suddenly $60k is too expensive for something with a Kia badge on it.
@@elrebelde4610 Totally agree about the daily drive. It wasn't too bad on a Sydney to Melbourne drive recently in terms of fuel consumption. I did a cost exercise before buying my Stinger and the equivalent specced German cars were almost twice as much as the Stinger. That is a lot to pay for a badge and badge snobbery. If the Stinger had a Ford or Holden badge on it, they would sell like hotcakes. I get amazed at how many people ask me about my Stinger when they realise it is a Kia and not a German brand. I had a Cerato GT and that too was a fantastic car for its class. Would happily have another one.
Hasn't been a single Kia in Australia catch fire but they're not taking any chances with the recall. It's certainly got a lot more publicity than all of Toyota's recalls though.
I would be surprised if other LED headlights are cheaper... but yeah, you're right. We're sadly getting past the point where we can just swap out a broken bulb.
This is cool. Great to see the Stinger where it belongs. I only ever see boomers dawdling in them like they can't get a Calais V8 so they bought this. Awesome vid guys.
Unfortunately one has to keep to the speed limits on the road so it does look like dawdling. It is frustrating as the car wants to go but Plod doesn't like you going over the speed limit. I have tested it on an open country road and it is amazing how fast these are when you accelerate hard. Frightening actually.
The only thing missing is someone either in front or at the back of the Stinger- preferably with guns shooting through the open windows....and a few pedestrians jumping out of the way- perfect thriller car chase LOL Another idea- get the police sirens in the background - even more exciting. Talking about the police, try this on any NSW/Qld /Vic roads and you will have the entire police force and transport Ministers die from heart attack.
Drive a Stinger in NSW or Victoria and the police will ensure you get a good look from them. I have experienced it many times driving mine. A bit when the WRX first came out.
I've had my Stinger GT for a couple of months and I love it. Such a well balanced car, especially at the price.
Me also its got everything you could want.
@@mga71 Absolutely agree. Nothing better on the road when value for for money and driving experience taken into account
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Same mate had mine a month, smile hasn't left my face since i picked it up. I got the GT as well. :)
It's too refined now
3:11 That was a majestic powerslide
Atko’s the drift king!
@@CarExpertAus i don't know how he's doing this!??? I've got a 2019 model and the ESP can't be fully turned off!
@@Steve-Mcgarrett hold down the traction button when turning off and it turns both off no?
@@ra7en114 yes but its still "ON" Despite what it says on the dash! ie you can't do doughnuts or stand still 11s coz that activates its launch program!
dear almighty that powerslide made me moist.
I own one gt just like that one upgrade exhaust tune and other simple moods to push the hp over 400 and car is a monster Love driving to work every day lol
hey which exhaust u got. I’m still working on choosing one among Xforce, magnaflow or MBRP.
One of my favourite cars🔥. So underrated
Same here!
I am in the market for one. Can't decide on 2020 or 2021. Good deals on 2020s but I like the screen better in the 2021.
@@Jimmyjam33 2021 has a lot better suspension. Easy choice ;)
Exceptionally underrated. Best car I have ever owned and I have had some rippers including a WRX and a Merc
@@stephenluxa1923 GT1 or GT2? Awd or Rwd?
So underrated ..... very informative video....
Glad it was helpful!
Got a 2021 GT and it's a great car, update dash and Mags etc are awesome.
What fuel numbers do you get in the real world?
@@Hutchy86 I have a AWD and average around 10-12 L/100km in the city if I'm nice to it but really closer too 15 if I want to be anywhere quickly. 9 on the highway if you use eco
@chancemcclendon3906 That's actually good for a TT V6. My Kona N is doing similar economy, lower in the city but same on freeways. Looking to upgrade to a Stinger 2021+ soon.
I picked up my 2021 GT 2 weeks ago. Easily my favourite car and I’m so so happy with it 👌🏻
Nice to see someone actually drive it! I had to address the suspension and brake pads in the US but now it is much better imo. I upped the boost a few pounds and gives me more of what I like and I have the AWD so I can't drift quite like you but more like power slides I call them. Everything you say is spot on and I love how it is not just the same boring drive/review! Nice Job. I think with the extra 100 ft lbs and 100 hp you get with a piggy back you would easily break 1 min and beat the RCF
Does the LSD have a common issue?
A real driver! , that's what i was looking for, Thanks Chris . I pick mine up tomorrow, I can't see myself drifting it , but it's nice to know it can .
He's a legend!
Makes it all look so easy, like sleeping and smiling at the same time. Loved the commentary.
Well done on the spectacular burn out/drift on the last turn. Kia will be putting that in their Stinger hall of fame.👋👍
I have the first yr gt2, love it still. Such a all arounder, so comfortable yet it's got guts to play.
What does gt, GT2, GT3 mean when it comes to these?
I’m not surprised at the great chassis tuning. Albert Bierman working his magic at Hyundai/Kia.
Great video, thanks Atko! Need a full review next Paul!
Thanks for watching! We'll try and get our hands on another one.
I second that
@@CarExpertAus Hey Paul love the channel mate, I wanted to ask with the updated Stinger did KIA make any techinical changes to the car (suspension, transmission ect) or was it all cosmetic?
Not sure if its cause of where the camera was located outside but it sounds way better than I thought it would, nice induction rasp and solid exhaust note.
These now come fitted with the Australian-developed exhaust as standard.
Excellent video. Bit surprised at the 0-100 time. There are several videos where chaps in stock Stingers have done it in 4.2 - 4.3 seconds. That aside, the Stinger is a fantastic car on long trips and the driving experience is wonderful. Unfortunately for those of us that have Stingers, we may not be able to get them on a track to get full enjoyment out of them. Still loving mine after 1 year of owning one.
I have the AWD 2022 and it defiantly puts down the power better than the RWD in a launch and can definitely use the power when you tune it.
@@chancemcclendon3906 We've never had the AWD variants here in Australia. RWD only unfortunately.
Love the drifts done with the Stinger. Easily one of my favorite cars a all of today. On the road its perfect and the lap time was very good. Wished there was a Go Pro mounted behind the cars so you can tell when they are stepping out on corners, ect.
Regardless of how informative this was my god that driving was fantastic
I need this car to get to the pub before closing , omg i love this beast
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Great car. Love to see the G70 on track next
Love this car and the way you drive it! I have a 2019 GTS with D-AWD and I still don't turn off the electronic nannies at the track lol
Thanks Adrian, we don't get the AWD version down here. Would be interesting to see how much quicker it is than the RWD.
@@chrisatkinson7431 well sir, if you come this way I'll let you test drive it on the track! I think you're the driver mod it needs haha.
I am ordering my GT next week. Will take a while to get here but it will be worth the wait.
Hopefully Kia continue to deliver with this thing and don't stuff it up because this is a car i really would like once I'm older lol
Very Kool I got a 19 WRX because I couldn't afford a AWD Stinger GT but I will get one in the future best family car ever .....and Aussies probably drive like this on the streets this guy is a pleasure to watch
Albert Biermann has taken KIA to the next level.That drifting reminds me of an M3.
It has a better design an aerodynamic than M3 . Stinger is just a different car., and it’s so special
@@KSA21GeladettorM3 is way better on track mate
@@mharro88 Yes you might be right. It’s not the fastest , also They designers themselves said it is not meant to be driven on tracks. It’s just a special GT, that looks like GT cars from 1970s era. Thats why it’s a special one . Let’s agree to stop comparing it to anything out there.
I couldn’t keep my eyes from watching the gears and speed.
Great review 🎼🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻
it looks sooo good
I'm really glad I bought my Stinger in 2018. It's very hard to fault at the price but it really doesn't appeal to the romantics that love pedigree, history and badges. I'm okay with that. EDIT: I really didn't like the Contisport tyres that it came with but now that I've got Pilot Sport 4S it feels premium in the corners.
Try bridgestone pole position tyre.
Haha yess what an opening scene!! 🏆
Remember, this is supposed to be a daily driver. And for a daily driver to be able to provide all this comfort,excitement, and speed that comes in several packages. At this price point? The Stinger GT is a clear winner 🏆
Loving it...I’ve already ordered mine...
Good decision!
You won't regret it!
So great to see a pro driving the kia thank u
If you get this car. Hands down most noticeable mod. EIBACH front & rear sway bars!!! I have both settings on hard on my RWD and it makes a crazy difference!
Awesome review!
I thought Paul was pulling a mad skid. XD
Haha, I want to see that.
I want one, thanks for the review 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
Thanks for watching!
Glad you enjoyed it Karen!
I love my 2020 stinger gt.
@@donbaird3826 Yes i bet you do 👍
This car is a really really good looking car
Mhmmmm is it me or is this a sneak peak at a future CarExpert video?
I'm almost certain you did the launch control wrong. you need to keep your foot on the brake a little longer so the turbo will spool up.
I actually did one more run on another day and got 5.00 sec, literally had 5 min to have a go at the track! Thanks for the tip.
Full review on this car next please. From Jordan’s car reviews.
We will try and get our hands on another one.
Unbelievable car from Kia. It's a shame it will be discontinued.
Stinger 3.3 nice car.
God damn Atko, you review as good as you drive.
Can we get a WRX FA20 track review with the with Chris at the wheel? 👌👍
Ordered mine yesterday maybe a 3-4 month wait counting down the days!
Congrats mate, Mine coming next week :D
Isn't that a 2022 with those rims? Cus we have a 2021 Stinger GT and the rims are the pre face-lift Stinger wheels, the original ones. Pretty sure those rims were introduced with the 2022. And the taillights
American, perchance?
Australia doesn't tend to do the whole model year "in advance" sort of thing. It is probably what America would call a 2022, or MY22, but in Australia it's a 2021 in both cases.
Maybe it's in the comments, but you must remember this was never made a lap/track day car, it's a GT - A Gran Turismo - I'm on number two and love it
I have a 2020 Stinger GT brilliant car love driving it stilling learning, what more could you want in a sports saloon...I also have the upgrade exhaust worth the extra money...
You should do a comparison between an average joe and Chris's lap time.
Subscribed now, i will trade my14 grand cherokee in on one in 12 months time.
Similiar 0-100 time to the Kona or I30 N but this looks like more fun to drive
Would the AWD version be much quicker?
Probably but nowhere near as fun
I think the AWD could be as much as 1 to 1.5 sec quicker easily, but agree that it would be nowhere near as fun.
Wouldn't know in 'Straya, we only get the RWD version.
From testing in 'Murica the AWD version is a couple tenths quicker 0-60mph but it's not a remarkable difference considering it would have more traction.
Slower
Gotta like the STINGAH!
Told my family that I'll buy this car if I strike lottery this weekend...then my son reminded me that we have a speed bump near our house. Is the car too low to handle normal speed bumps (i.e. avoid scrapping the bottom panels)?
Nup! It’s all good 😁
not true handles speed bumps fine just treat them as a speed bump, 30km and your fine, have a heap where I live,
We have one and it handles speedbumps very well.
It is perfectly fine for taking on speed humps if driven properly. I often worry about the front but have not had an issue with it since owning one.
$$$ worth buying? is there a competitor even close for the price?
What colour choice? I like red... but seeking the silver maybe???
Whats thaughts ppl?
Go drive one mate they're fantastic! I've got a really bad spine and can't handle cars that ride even remotely hard and I drove one for over an hour and couldn't believe how compliant it was in comfort which is exactly what you want in a daily.. The Fact they come with pretty much every safety system, awesome LED active headlights, heated and air con seats, sound system with subs under the seats etc they're a no brainier! Oh and 7 years warranty! Sell it at 4 years old and it's a no risk purchase to the buyer as they have 3 years remaining and you can get a new one! I'll be getting white with red nappa leather.. 👌
It's definitely worth the price, and as for color, Micro Blue is an absolutely beautiful color. It's what ours is in. Go test drive one and then think about it. It's a great drivers car.
@@malsmith2012 I couldn't agree more Mal. I too have a back issue and that is why I got rid of my brilliant Mazda MX 5 a few years ago. Brilliant car but very difficult to get in and out o, especially at shopping centre car spaces. The standard equipment is amazing and the new model has some nice improvements over last years model which I have. I have adjusted the driving seat to my setting and it is so easy to get in and out of it. Fantastic on a long trip as it is so comfortable. Value for money, bang for bucks, it is unbeatable in my opinion. The quality of the fittings is also superb. Nappa leather as standard. You pay a premium for that along with a 15 speaker Harmon Kardon sound system and active LED headlights, auto cruise control etc. etc.
I bought the Black Night Sky edition last year and it has the light grey interior. It looks classy yet sporty. I almost bought a white one with the red interior as that looked great. The Black with red interior is also stunning.
Pity we don't get the suede edition like they do in Canada. That has a stunning interior. Now if they ever bring out the Scorpion edition to Oz, I would be seriously tempted to trade mine in for one of those.
@@Sp00kq The Micro Blue is an amazing colour. I wanted that with the light grey interior. Madam wanted the Black with light grey interior. We compromised and got Black. That was my second choice as I love black cars and have had quite a few. Totally agree, it is a stunning driver's car.
@@stephenluxa1923 Hi mate, yep ripper car! I love hearing from owners of them and your take sounds like a lot of owners.. I so hope KIA bring out a special edition with over 300 KW or give the next life cycle update a power upgrade to at least 300kw.. The car will be even better and it'll hold its own even better against the euro cars that go for twice its price or more.. Also Looking forward to the new Genesis G70 wagon thats just been confirmed for Australia.. Good times for us car people.. Cheers
Such a lot of car for the money! Underated by badge snobs who clearly know little about cars. 💪
Agree! Great value for the performance
Totally agree Tom. Brilliant package for the money. This is like a similar analogy to those who would only drink Bollinger or Dom Perignon and nothing else. Great stuff but there are other champagnes that are as good or better for half the price. We tasted several different brands in the Champagne region which people have never heard of. Marketing rules some people's lives.
@@stephenluxa1923 it boggles the mind doesn't it 🤦😂
@@Hope2421 Indeed Tom it does
Bullshit,rather get a g70 faster n more luxurious,or an m340 faster...
I want to see it compared to the i30 Sedan N on the track and compare track times.
The GTS has an alcantara wheel 😉
It's 2022 stinger for north America
Anybody ever tell you that you're the double of Joey B Toons😂
never seen a stinger get so much angle jeez bro
The thumbs down are from the tires.
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Does your press car have tweaks in it or did you pull fuses? I can't fully disable esp in mine and I know how to drift! In the XR8 It's no problem. In the stinger it's twitchy and uncontrollable
Great video. With a set of Michelin P4S it would have beaten the Lexus.
Awesome. Kia hey… who would of thought 👍
What fuel figures I wonder in the real world???
Combined highway and urban we get 10.2 which for a twin turbo 3.3 litre v6 with 280kw it's not bad.
@@SlickNic Not bad at all, cheers👍
@@Hutchy86 I have done Sydney to Melbourne a couple of times and in cruise on the freeway, it was just over 7 liters which I think is really good for a car of its size.
@@stephenluxa1923 that is really good. Is that on 98? What’s it like on daily driving with a bit of right boot every so often
@@Hutchy86 Yes, I use 98. I fill up and get about 475-500 on a full tank an average.
Can anyone tell me, how fast is their Stinger as compared to an Audi RS3.
I just think that the Kia can't be far behind, or am I wrong. Thanks
I tested the RS3 a few weeks ago, full review will be on Car Expert soon. But unfortunately we didn't do a video. RS3 is quicker, but AWD, plus more power and 100kg lighter.
@@chrisatkinson7431 Wow, that's awesome. Must be an amazing review.
Very helpful, thank you
@@chrisatkinson7431 would the upgrade to PS4S or Cup 2 tyres make much of a difference?
I went from a MK7 Golf R (sister car from the S3) and my stock AWD Stinger feels a little slower off the line, but has better top end than my Golf had. My Golf was also tuned to around 360HP.
Away from the track its a great every day performance car.
Yesss!!!
Yesss indeed....
@@chrisatkinson7431 great video mate, it's your best one yet, was really good to see you throwing it around and not holding back. Those power slides were epic!!!
@@tobybrowne7906 Thanks Toby, this is very new for me, learning and working on improving them all the time. Much easier just racing haha!
Stinger looks way too heavy for the application. It doesn't seem to know what it really is. It's like a modern Mitsubishi Galant VR-4.
How does that time compare to the last Falcodores?
Good question! We didn't get a chance to drive either at QR with Atko...so we may never know!
Someone willing to loan a Falcon or Commodore for posterities sake...or just some flat out fun
Lets see how much Stinger bashing will be done here in comments, as FB is full of it :((( this car gets way too much hate :(
It's a really great car. i think those that bash it haven't driven it - or may not know how to drive it fast.
@@CarExpertAus I know 😉 it is a great daily driver too. I just wish it had liiiiitle bit better petrol consumption. Heaps of people hate it because it isn't a V8 or they just hate Kia in general or simply just love those German cars where you pay for each option extra 😉
It doesn't in Australia. Any german car with similar specs and/or performance is close to double the price here. Americans shit on it since it isnt priced as well and it's much closer in price to it's euro counterparts.
@@yanni6969 Yeah nah it gets plenty of hate in Australia because for some reason paying $60k for a Sorento or a Carnival is perfectly okay, but when it's a RWD sporty lift back suddenly $60k is too expensive for something with a Kia badge on it.
@@elrebelde4610 Totally agree about the daily drive. It wasn't too bad on a Sydney to Melbourne drive recently in terms of fuel consumption. I did a cost exercise before buying my Stinger and the equivalent specced German cars were almost twice as much as the Stinger. That is a lot to pay for a badge and badge snobbery. If the Stinger had a Ford or Holden badge on it, they would sell like hotcakes. I get amazed at how many people ask me about my Stinger when they realise it is a Kia and not a German brand.
I had a Cerato GT and that too was a fantastic car for its class. Would happily have another one.
Lucky this one didn't catch on fire.
Hasn't been a single Kia in Australia catch fire but they're not taking any chances with the recall. It's certainly got a lot more publicity than all of Toyota's recalls though.
Yeah its not a track car. Went the i30n sedan which performs way better on track if thats your thing
Is that stock suspension?
Yes. this car does get much better with sway bar upgrade, totally different car.
If this was not a Kia I would get one. Great performance for the price.
2.5k to replace one headlight... 2.5k, for a Kia headlight 😩
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I would be surprised if other LED headlights are cheaper... but yeah, you're right. We're sadly getting past the point where we can just swap out a broken bulb.
Best led headlights I've had by far don't fret has 5year warranty
Brand name doesn't mean it should be cheaper than what it actually costs. The Stinger has dynamic bending headlights which are expensive.
@@iPadGameWalkthrough this.
This is cool. Great to see the Stinger where it belongs. I only ever see boomers dawdling in them like they can't get a Calais V8 so they bought this. Awesome vid guys.
Thanks for that, the car deserves more than a leisurely cruise
Unfortunately one has to keep to the speed limits on the road so it does look like dawdling. It is frustrating as the car wants to go but Plod doesn't like you going over the speed limit. I have tested it on an open country road and it is amazing how fast these are when you accelerate hard. Frightening actually.
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Its not a track car it a GT car
The only thing missing is someone either in front or at the back of the Stinger- preferably with guns shooting through the open windows....and a few pedestrians jumping out of the way- perfect thriller car chase LOL Another idea- get the police sirens in the background - even more exciting. Talking about the police, try this on any NSW/Qld /Vic roads and you will have the entire police force and transport Ministers die from heart attack.
Drive a Stinger in NSW or Victoria and the police will ensure you get a good look from them. I have experienced it many times driving mine. A bit when the WRX first came out.
Yeah that car can do a way faster time than that you're just a bad driver
It's a shame everyone is obsessed with SUV's and thus making this the only Stinger model we ever get