I love seeing an Aussie review of the stinger. If there’s anyone I can trust with fast 4 door saloon type vehicles it is the Australians. I just bought one of these today and I love it.
@@Stainlessautos hows the handling is it stiff or is there much body roll? Also the ride is it smooth or moderate/stiff? I have a genesis g80 but need something bit more power, but dont want to compromise ride quality arrghh im caught between choosing several diff cars
@@jamiefreedom8320 honestly for my use it’s just right. I think sport can be a bit jarring for normal use, so I normally do sport drivetrain, engine, and trans with comfort steering and suspension. It eats miles on the freeway and is very comfortable for Michigan roads which are notoriously bad lol. Body roll is ok, it’s not perfectly flat, but it’s also not a boat. I’ve heard good things about adding anti roll bars but haven’t made the jump.
Every drive in my 22 Stinger is an adventure. Recently did a 5000km road trip, no sore or sweaty back😁. The fuel economy is amazing, driving back from QLD I was cruising at 1E0kmph at 1800rpm for 200kms and got 7 litres per 100kms. If u can afford it I highly recommend getting one. It makes you laff and smile on every trip.
Absolutely adore this car, a true grand tourer and I can imagine it's a real occasion every time you climb in, loved your review, very detailed and so informative 👏👏👏😃😃😃
@@claudiadavies5110 It most certainly is. I just saw your review on the Cerato GT. Guess what I had before the Stinger? Mine was a sedan and I loved it. A pocket rocket.
@@belvederedog2563 Haha I can't believe you found my review, it was so much fun to do and, what a brilliant car, we both have impeccable taste!!! I've now got an i20n and that's a little beastie as well😃😃😃
Great review, on the 2022 Kia Stinger GT, I love this car, because I own a 2018 MY18 Stinger GT in Deep Chroma Blue, my ownership anniversay of 4 years and 6 months is today.
I have ordered my GT Stinger a few months ago. I have added some upgrades that Kia are arranging, it will be lower 2 inches, 20 inch wheels (5 spoke black) Flow front splitter, side and rear defuses, exhaust upgrade and carbon fiber upgrades inside.
@@brendanallen2468 there’s some dealerships that offer these aftermarket modifications. For instance, it’s a catback exhaust so the warranty is not affected!
Excellent review of a supercar. I love mine In my humble opinion, when everything such as price, standard equipment, driving experience and warranty are taken into consideration, there is not a better value for money car on the road. If Kia stop making these, I believe they may become collector cars.
For those thinking of buying one. Mate works at a large KIA dealer and has said that they think December there will be official word about its demise. They aren't really taking orders anymore and when they do they make sure that it's in the contract that you may not get one. He thinks they might not honor any new orders.
Kia reaaaaally dropped the ball on the Stinger. Should have lifted it from the brand. I will drive mine until it falls apart. Best winter car I've ever had, no other dual turbo is really usable up here in northern Scandinavia, when the temps drop below - 20 C. The Stinger? Just start and go.. Man, KIA, how could you have dropped it so hard when it came to the Stinger?! Love the Video btw!
"And as for rattles and squeaks, I can't hear any." You got lucky. I have the common hatch rattle/squeak which is super annoying. I need to fix that soon (luckily others have figured out exactly how to remedy this).
I bought this car last year after trading in my 370z. It’s one of the best cars I have ever been in. The cabin could be a little bit quieter is the only real complaint.
@@ProductReviewCars it's like 2 different cars when you throw in sport or manual mode. also when you are in the city you can throw it in eco mode and get like 25mpg which is pretty dang good for a v6 twin turbo boat imo lol.
Best bang for buck 6cyl performance saloon but being low slung if your above 5.8 forget it recently I looked at it but found the Cerato gt was easier to entry exit than the stringer
It’s not “rose gold”, my friend, it is black chrome accents, and unfortunately it gets discolored with time giving the black chrome a “rainbow” effect.
There is no car with this same value for money! This is not a car, it is a jewel that must be used well and cannot be sold…🥂 How could Kia discontinue it…😢
I have the 2020 Stinger GT, and my only wish was that it would stay in the mode I left it in. Every time I restart it goes back to Comfort mode!!! Although, I'm so glad we didn't get that craptastic auto start/stop mode they got in the US.
I have the same color in the original 2017 my18 (oct 2017 build). Love the car but i also love the interior of the facelift but not the rear tail lights
I ordered one last year in September and received it in March this year, I believe the wait time is a little bit shorter now though from what I've heard.
I'm thinking of getting the 4 cylinder for gas mileage and reliability, the inline 4 seem more reliable than the 6. Anyone own the 6 cylinder how do you like it
Models are different in different regions. I have a 2020 awd base gt. Pretty sure Canada doesn't even offer a rwd version. Makes sense though, I live in MN and I've only seen a couple rwd cars for sale, my guess is that they were shipped up here from different states. Pretty sure the US got the 2.0t, 2.0t premium 2.0t gt-line, 2.5t gt-line, base gt, g1, gt2, GTS, indigo blue special edition, scorpion, Grand Tourer models throughout it's run.
Noice! Hey Cameron, a friend has decided today to place a $500 deposit to order a Black GT___lets see how soon he can get into one! Great Reporting, btw.
electrical vehicles taking over ? more and more car manufacturers are actually stopping with producing those electrical pieces of crap, i will never take electrical vehicles ever, petrol head forever ! :D
Most underrated car in the world.
I love seeing an Aussie review of the stinger. If there’s anyone I can trust with fast 4 door saloon type vehicles it is the Australians. I just bought one of these today and I love it.
What was the wait time?
@@abz1325 bought it off the lot, so 0
@@Stainlessautos hows the handling is it stiff or is there much body roll? Also the ride is it smooth or moderate/stiff? I have a genesis g80 but need something bit more power, but dont want to compromise ride quality arrghh im caught between choosing several diff cars
i wish the stinger gt had a bigger front grill like genesis and s class's, that would have be sold straight away lol
@@jamiefreedom8320 honestly for my use it’s just right. I think sport can be a bit jarring for normal use, so I normally do sport drivetrain, engine, and trans with comfort steering and suspension. It eats miles on the freeway and is very comfortable for Michigan roads which are notoriously bad lol. Body roll is ok, it’s not perfectly flat, but it’s also not a boat. I’ve heard good things about adding anti roll bars but haven’t made the jump.
Every drive in my 22 Stinger is an adventure. Recently did a 5000km road trip, no sore or sweaty back😁. The fuel economy is amazing, driving back from QLD I was cruising at 1E0kmph at 1800rpm for 200kms and got 7 litres per 100kms. If u can afford it I highly recommend getting one. It makes you laff and smile on every trip.
It's a great roadtripper that's for sure
been 2 year now and still love it like its the first day
Likewise
Same here.
Same here.
Absolutely adore this car, a true grand tourer and I can imagine it's a real occasion every time you climb in, loved your review, very detailed and so informative 👏👏👏😃😃😃
Thank you! It's such a awesome car.
Claudia, it is always an experience getting in and driving mine
@@belvederedog2563 what a machine 👏 😍 💪 👌
@@claudiadavies5110 It most certainly is. I just saw your review on the Cerato GT. Guess what I had before the Stinger? Mine was a sedan and I loved it. A pocket rocket.
@@belvederedog2563 Haha I can't believe you found my review, it was so much fun to do and, what a brilliant car, we both have impeccable taste!!! I've now got an i20n and that's a little beastie as well😃😃😃
Great review, on the 2022 Kia Stinger GT, I love this car, because I own a 2018 MY18 Stinger GT in Deep Chroma Blue, my ownership anniversay of 4 years and 6 months is today.
Cheers! It's a brilliant grand tourer, I'm sure it's a treat to own.
I own the Silky Silver with the red interior and absolutely love this car!!!!!
Thanks for the review. I have one on order and it’s getting close. Your review has made me even more excited for its arrival.
Thanks for watching! You'll absolutely enjoy driving it when it arrives!
I have ordered my GT Stinger a few months ago. I have added some upgrades that Kia are arranging, it will be lower 2 inches, 20 inch wheels (5 spoke black) Flow front splitter, side and rear defuses, exhaust upgrade and carbon fiber upgrades inside.
Oooooh nice
KIA didn't offer any official upgrades. Are they aftermarket and if so what does that do to your warranty?
@@brendanallen2468 there’s some dealerships that offer these aftermarket modifications. For instance, it’s a catback exhaust so the warranty is not affected!
Great review . I’ve had a stinger for 4 years and it’s outstanding. Can’t believe they’ve now canned what is a brilliant car .
Thanks! Writing was on the walls. Sad to see it go tho.
This car is amazing especially for the money you pay.
Excellent review of a supercar. I love mine
In my humble opinion, when everything such as price, standard equipment, driving experience and warranty are taken into consideration, there is not a better value for money car on the road.
If Kia stop making these, I believe they may become collector cars.
Thanks!
For those thinking of buying one.
Mate works at a large KIA dealer and has said that they think December there will be official word about its demise. They aren't really taking orders anymore and when they do they make sure that it's in the contract that you may not get one. He thinks they might not honor any new orders.
Kia reaaaaally dropped the ball on the Stinger. Should have lifted it from the brand. I will drive mine until it falls apart. Best winter car I've ever had, no other dual turbo is really usable up here in northern Scandinavia, when the temps drop below - 20 C. The Stinger? Just start and go.. Man, KIA, how could you have dropped it so hard when it came to the Stinger?!
Love the Video btw!
A great, great car. I love mine and kudos to you for this excellent review. Rose Gold? It’s black chrome!
Thanks for watching! Really? Looked Rosy to me.
@@ProductReviewCars Believe Kia calls it 'smoked' or 'bronzed' chrome.
Agreed totally and it is dark or black chrome. Looks great on my black beauty
"And as for rattles and squeaks, I can't hear any."
You got lucky. I have the common hatch rattle/squeak which is super annoying. I need to fix that soon (luckily others have figured out exactly how to remedy this).
Ahhh. That would drive me mad.
I bought this car last year after trading in my 370z. It’s one of the best cars I have ever been in. The cabin could be a little bit quieter is the only real complaint.
Interesting move! Turbos must be nice too.
@@ProductReviewCars it's like 2 different cars when you throw in sport or manual mode. also when you are in the city you can throw it in eco mode and get like 25mpg which is pretty dang good for a v6 twin turbo boat imo lol.
In your opinion, which model did you enjoy driving more?
@@euseo do you mean between the 370z and the stinger?
@@jaxh4x yes
Still loving my 2018 GT1 AWD. The car is an absolute blast to drive.
I've hated those heat extractors on the bonnet since 2018, but everything else looks fantastic.
Best bang for buck 6cyl performance saloon but being low slung if your above 5.8 forget it recently I looked at it but found the Cerato gt was easier to entry exit than the stringer
Interesting at 5 foot 11, I had no issues getting in and out of this car. Even with taller passengers.
Old out of shape people like me it’s a little hard to get into. And I’m only 5 foot 7
Stringer?
6'1 and absolutely no problems
6'2" and no problems with mine.
It’s not “rose gold”, my friend, it is black chrome accents, and unfortunately it gets discolored with time giving the black chrome a “rainbow” effect.
my golf clubs fit perfectly with plenty more space, just have to take out the woods and lay them seperately
0.25 it depends on whether voters start to notice. Electrification is about politics and ideology, not economics (even less engineering).
There is no car with this same value for money! This is not a car, it is a jewel that must be used well and cannot be sold…🥂
How could Kia discontinue it…😢
@productReview Cars, to have it not auto shift you need to be in sport mode with everything off, TC, and SC and it wont upshift for you!
I have the 2020 Stinger GT, and my only wish was that it would stay in the mode I left it in. Every time I restart it goes back to Comfort mode!!! Although, I'm so glad we didn't get that craptastic auto start/stop mode they got in the US.
Petition to fine car companies that reset settings after restarting the car
Mine stays in whatever mode i leave it in. 2019 gts
Talk to me about the mpg though please!!!
Awesome motor and review
Thanks 👍
I have the same color in the original 2017 my18 (oct 2017 build). Love the car but i also love the interior of the facelift but not the rear tail lights
The facelift isn't necessary, but it certainly helps it feel newer
I got a 2018 with 75 k miles the only think I don’t like it’s the suspension bmw feels more
Better
I would like you do a review on a 2022 KIA stinger 330 s as I am buy one. Know has done one from a Aussie point of view.
Already reviewed the revised 330S last year! It's on our channel :)
Stinger GT or Elantra/i30 n sedan or Audi A4?
Stinger GT
Hi Cam, can you please do a review GWM Canon? thank you!
Absolutely! Working on getting my hands on one early next year :)
@@ProductReviewCars Thanks Cam! :)
What is the current waiting time on the GT ?
I ordered one in March. No word yet. I was told a year.
Not sure. But I've heard Kia have some pretty long wait times at the moment.
i ordered on in February, i am supposed to receive it this month, in UK.
I ordered one last year in September and received it in March this year, I believe the wait time is a little bit shorter now though from what I've heard.
I ordered March and receiving next week. 6 months
its black chrome not rose gold . j/s but good review, i have a 2021 GT ( i love it )
Specced as black chrome. But it looks far more like rose gold in person.
I'm thinking of getting the 4 cylinder for gas mileage and reliability, the inline 4 seem more reliable than the 6. Anyone own the 6 cylinder how do you like it
If you want the best gas mileage, go the 4 cylinder. Want the fastest and better sounding car? Go for the 6.
I had the 4 cyl GT as a loaner and it was very quick and fun. I miss it
this says Kia Stinger GT...is this a GT-Line or a GT2? Or the models not the same overseas as in the US?
Models are different in different regions. I have a 2020 awd base gt. Pretty sure Canada doesn't even offer a rwd version. Makes sense though, I live in MN and I've only seen a couple rwd cars for sale, my guess is that they were shipped up here from different states. Pretty sure the US got the 2.0t, 2.0t premium 2.0t gt-line, 2.5t gt-line, base gt, g1, gt2, GTS, indigo blue special edition, scorpion, Grand Tourer models throughout it's run.
I've seen a few reviews on this and noone mentions the poor mpg of 31.7!
Right!!!
It's unbeatable at 70k, but I'd rather fork out extra for a M340i.
Tbh M340i is a great performer
Stinger gt2. 2020 did not pay anything near 70k
@@donbaird3826 And?
And what? End of story smart guy.
@@donbaird3826 Why are you replying to me with that info, who asked?
Noice!
Hey Cameron, a friend has decided today to place a $500 deposit to order a Black GT___lets see how soon he can get into one! Great Reporting, btw.
Oh nice! That'll be a wicked car, thank you for watching :)
Simply very sad that they don't outfit it in the United States the way they do in Europe and Korea
On the flip side you guys get some cooler models to choose from.
This is s good car but its for old people that wanna feel young again
So basically you cant afford one.
In what way?
electrical vehicles taking over ? more and more car manufacturers are actually stopping with producing those electrical pieces of crap, i will never take electrical vehicles ever, petrol head forever ! :D