I'm an Aussie living in the USA. I have the 2020 Stinger GT2 over here, which is basically the same car in this review minus the heated steering wheel. A few comments. Rear toe room can be improved by adjusting the height of the front seats which can raise up to about 6cm from their lowest position. Yes, it's a compromise between front and rear passengers, but it's an option that's available. If you put the car into sport mode and long press the traction control button (about 5s) it will now hold the gears and not auto-upshift. Fuel economy can be as good as 6.5L/100km if you put it into Economy mode and do long distances on the highway at 100kph with the Coast mode turned on, although as he says, around 10L/100km is fairly typical for mixed daily use. If you want faster launches than what launch control even allows, use the handbrake instead of the footbrake, as the engine will start to spool the turbos better than the stock launch mode and that can take another 0.2s off the 0-100kph sprint. Aside from those comments, it's an absolutely fantastic car. I love mine. My wife loves it too. So comfortable. I've done a pair of 800km days in mine, and arrived at the other end completely refreshed. If planes offered the same seats in Economy class, the 14hr cross-Pacific trip from Australia to the USA would be a breeze! Definitely one of the most under-rated, enjoyable, and yet still extremely practical cars ever.
I've had my Stinger GT for 18 months now and am still staring at it thinking "This is my car??". I love it and have done the Great Ocean Rd in it too. Great fun to drive and comfortable too. With all the tech features in it there isn't much else that compares at this price point.
@L because in all honesty you have to be making 90k to afford that car without sacrificing other things in life like saving for an emergency, retirement, kids college fund.
@@Hallowsaw It costs only $37,000 USD brand new. You certainly don't need to be making anywhere 90k to afford this. You could afford two of these on a 65k salary and still save money for retirement
@@jcdentonunatco 10% of you income is all you should pay for car expenses. 10% x 5 years= 50% over 5 years. So yeah, you need to be making 90k to not be car poor.
I bought my Stinger last week after seeing this post and absolutely LOVE my new car. Getting the exhaust done next week, super excited and can’t wait to hear and drive it after the fitting! :))
Was blown away by the test drive. Ordered mine yesterday. 3 week wait. Enamel grey with bimodal exhaust. I'll get a Johnny Tig cold air intake and I'm set.
At first I was extremely hesitant in getting this. But glad to say, I'm currently waiting for my car to be delivered. It was a pleasure to drive and so comfortable. I see everyone saying that it's an amazing car for the value and I completely agree!
I’ve owned a 2015 Challenger SRT and traded it for a 2017 2SS Camaro both (Manuals) and after driving the Kia Stinger I was stunned on how fast and how much I liked this vehicle it’s that good I also test drove a Genesis G70 and that car is a beast and the torque felt better than my Camaro and to tell you the truth I liked it better than both cars just wish it was a little faster I still like bragging rights 0-60 but I’m definitely going to purchase a stinger after I move.
@@kenmasters2025 I agree but mods for me isn’t a option I keep my cars %100 factory other than cosmetics it’s a great car I like 0-60 in my Camaro 2SS 4.0 and under but at 4.5 I would buy a Stinger might still buy one anyway after driving one I did fall in love with it. but I appreciate your insight and advice.
In the 1990's I owned two Nissan 280ZXs, both white with red interior, targa roof and the signature three gauges on the dash. Had my Stinger GT for two weeks now, white with red interior, sunroof and the three air vents on the dash. The Stinger is just like a modern day version of the 280ZX, both low GT cruisers, both an absolute pleasure to drive.
Had my stinger GT nearly 2.5 years and love it. Can't believe more people haven't bought one! Really are amazing cars all round... comfortable, practical and with power when you want it. Ok, taller people might struggle in the back seats, but I have a seating priority regime and that seems to help. But that's the only draw back I've found, and it really isn't an issue. My husband is 6'3" and is quite comfortable in the front. Can't speak highly enough about this car. I looked at other cars with specs that were similar and they would have cost me 10s of thousands more. Couldn't be happier with my choice.
@@flubber_ducky In Australia we can fit a Bimodal at dealership for about $3300AUD ($2000 USD or so). As far as I know Australia is only place in the world that offers dealership exhaust, however I've heard 2021 will have bimodal as standard and also a new engine with 300kw+
Amazing car and value for the money! This was perfect timing since Ford and Holden caved in. The Stinger GT performance is very similar to the FPV F6 Typhoon. With a performance chip these things are already pushing 340kW easily.
Omg u are so right. I live in Arkansas and I have never even seen one so of course we had to buy one and damn man it does turn heads. No that's not the reason to buy this car but it doesn't hurt🤣. Buy it because it's a damn fine machine and looks amazing oh and kia backs it up with that best warranty in the biz! FREAKING LUV THIS CAR😉!!
You are correct, this isn't a panoramic sunroof, but to be fair, it also is not a regular sized sunroof, this one is bigger, and KIA made it that way on purpose.
Had my GT 2 AWD for a year now and absolutely love it. I chose the Stinger for performance cost was not an issue. I wanted a car not make a fashion statement with a Lambo or other.
Hey Paul great review mate, I purchased a Stinger GT new I'm now 10,000km into ownership I can not get enough of the car absolutely love it. I have been waiting for yous to do a review on the bi model exhaust think you just pushed me across the line. Oh also have not had a single rattle from the interior very happy :D
Great to hear! You should definitely get the exhaust :-D it's heaps of fun. See if you can test drive one with the exhaust first just to make sure it's not too overpowering for you!
The smile it put on your face says it all & that's what real cars should do. In a world of SUV'S & ev's that we're being forced to drive,it's great to see a proper salon car on the market. Can't help but think it looks like a Maserti from behind. Cops in Liverpool use them as pursuit cars,awesome machine.
I own a 2019 Ceramic Silver Stinger GT2 and this car is so freaking awesome. Every time I go through driver thru’s people always ask me if I like it! The car is a jewel! It’s rear wheel drive so it will drift with no effort! As a matter of fact if the street has any moisture on it I turn the drive dial down to Eco! I love this car!
I've just got one....love it..ceramic grey. Definitely want to drift in it but dont fancy buying tyres or pranging it 🙈🙈..I'm treating it with kid gloves and driving like Miss Daisy at the moment 😂😂😂😂
The great thing about this car is under the hood. You can actually work on this vehicle yourself. It's reminiscent of the old muscle cars, with pretty much full accessibility. The available mod's are ridiculous. The SK's did themselves proud. I absolutely love mine.
Faaaaaaarrr, that's where I thought his face looked very familiar... I'm like I've seen this face somewhere but where and never realised due to the Oz accent. Thanks for reminding me...
Had a GT for 18 months now. No regrets. Yeah, the Conti tyres aren't the greatest and the paddle shifters are a bit more sluggish than sportier cars like a Toyota 86 but that's about it. Any criticisms I have of the Stinger are just nitpicks.
I’ll be in the market for a new car and this is top of my list , can find exdemo GT for close to 50k and under 10,000 km on it. Love the ceramic grey and the red leather. I’ve not had a car as powerful before though, I’ll get heckled for this but I’ll also try out the gt -line
That Grey is beautiful. We looked at one but out of our price range so we got the panthera black GT 3.3LITER twin turbo and Holy crap this car is nice. Freaking fast.
Had mine 2 yrs now and still love it. Had the boot/trunk rattle problem fixed under warranty. How ever I hope Kia Servicing in Oz is better than Brunei. 2 annual services so far and they have yet to complete a full service 1st time round? 17k and tyres never been checked yet (pressures on right side done only??) and sent away with tyres that should been given an advisory. Gonna have my servicing done elsewhere and annual checks by Kia only. Great car let down by Kia Servicing.
I love my 2018 GT1. What I clearly do not appreciate is this "need" for more engine noise. I'm glad that my engine is as quiet as it is stock. If I wanted more engine noise I'd have not considered the Stinger. A selling point with me was the advertised cabin quietude. I wish the Stinger's cabin were a bit more quiet in fact.
Are you 8 years old? Kia dethroning Toyota and Honda? Go look at global sales and compare them. Go look at the resale value of a 5 year old Kia vs a Toyota or Honda... Kia are CHEAP, JUNK cars for people who don’t know anything about cars and don’t have the money for a real car. Dumbest fucking comment I’ve ever seen🤦♂️
@@nickcaesar7650 Why so angry bro/ sis? Have you ever heard of Ford and Chrysler... Do you remember how they once dominated? So far, kia has made extreme improvements in the past few years; quality, reliability, features, performance, style, and pricing; not to mention their warranty. Remember, this is my opinion. So don't start foaming at the mouth just yet.
I have just watched your excellent review of the Stinger. Now in March ‘22 I am seriously considering buying a brand new 2022 GT I love this car but I keep hearing reports that the Stinger is about to be discontinued which worries me for the future if I buy one but I cannot get any more information on the future of Stinger in Australia. I was just wondering if you guys at Car Advice have anymore information. Fast forward to April 2022 and yes I have bought the G T now including the bi-modal exhaust. This is an absolutely phenomenal vehicle, I love it 😻. I can’t understand why Kia are thinking of ending production later this year. Thanks Matt it was your review that finally got me to the Kia dealership.
I reckon Kia makes the best cars after Toyota and Nissan, I had a 2004 Kia Cerato sedan a few years back because I'm from a very remote community in the N.T. and up and down those roads to Darwin to Central Australia that car lasted 4 years until my cousin sold it to the wreckers in Darwin for $200, it served me well and I think Kia should start making small twin cab trucks cos if they do, it'll be unstoppable in the bush and in the towns thanks for the intro 👍😁
Hi I have a 2020 Kia Stinger GT in the Orange only had it for a short time but what a car, I first had a look at the Stinger in a show room in Adelaide Australia early 2019 in the Orange from that day had love the look and color, still getting to know the car but what a trip I'm having........................
Had mine from 2018 so far exhaust, bov, intake,sway bar upgrade, lowering spring, and tunes. The car has so much potential. That looks like a GT2 trim the Gt trim got no Nappa leather.
Was going to buy one but then i test drive a VF2 Motorsport and the stinger couldn't beat the the feel of the Motorsport inside and out. VF2 has more room, a real sounding exhaust with the rumble of a V8 (after market exhaust twin 3inch DPE catback)and the MRC is just awesome with a manual. I will admit that the stereo system in the kia is bloody good compared to the crappy Bose system in the VF2. Harman Kardon systems in the Kia Stinger and the Subaru Liberty 3.6 have the best sounding standard car audio systems around.
Tough call - probably the Stinger. 300 SRT is getting on now and you can't beat the warranty and capped servicing costs on the Stinger for bang-for-buck.
Paul Maric thanks for the prompt reply and great video👌 Gotta say though, the grin you had when you reviewed the SRT a couple of years back was priceless moreso now as I’m shopping for a new sedan. Hahaha
@@mr.h3603 I am just trading in my srt8 on a stinger got. Pick it up on friday🤓. Whilst I loved my srt8, you just cannot beat that he I v8...... it was a tad unreliable which in all honesty I would have forgiven because I loved the car and it’s road presence so much. What I could not forgive is the interior. Every bit of carbon fibre has come off.... even the ones that were replaced under warranty. Chrysler Jeep have not changed the interior, they know the problem exists but in the end have basically have told the consumer....bad luck... for that Chrysler does not get my money. I spent 3 grand on the bi modal and I reckon this car will be fantastic....... can’t wait
Donald Ducky Congrats Mr Ducky! Your SRT sounds like the ‘13 model with 5 speed box. Apparently the CF issue not isolated to yours as I have heard and seen many vehicles like this. Honestly the V8 is too good to pass up, so this time round Im going down that path. I do admit the Stinger is extremely appealing. Anyhow, enjoy the delivery for Friday 👌
I had a 300 rental about 2 years ago, and it was not very impressive. If I was gonna put down 50 grand on a car with shit reliability, it would have to be really nice inside. And as for styling, the 300 looks like a rental car.
$65k for a Stinger that does the 0-100 in 4.8 sec. The Lexus LC500 costs $230k and does the 0-100 in 5.1....no doubt the Stinger is a performance bargain!
So it pumps in exhaust sound. I don’t know whether that’s a mic pickup by the exhaust or totally artificial sound. ...Now the question might be whether I have enough curving country roads close enough on which to enjoy it. Otherwise, it’s a lot of bumper-to-bumper traffic.
Had the opportunity to have a spirited drive on an epic road in one last weekend. I’ve had the luck to drive quite a few cars including an Audi R8 V10, no joke, the Stinger GT with the bimodal exhaust gives 90% of the fun at a fraction of the price. My summary? I. Want. One.
Hi just bought the 2020 Gt stinger in all black so far man what a cool car looks great goes even better I'm going to put a sports exhaust on it and do the turbo intakes and a dino then look out best car ever.....
Sadly Australia is way behind again. The V8 KIA K900 has been on the market in USA since 2018. A GT or SS option is usually offered with a V8 performance package. Eg:- (Monaro SS, Ford Mustang, Toyota Soarer, etc)
I think if they keep updating the Stinger with facelifts and tweaks here and there every year they'll sell it well in the long run. Kinda like the r35.
Hm if you look at the (pro)ceed gt 2020, the stinger 2020 does seem to lack in extras (that should be available), like not having the iCockpit and a smaller
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I'm an Aussie living in the USA. I have the 2020 Stinger GT2 over here, which is basically the same car in this review minus the heated steering wheel. A few comments. Rear toe room can be improved by adjusting the height of the front seats which can raise up to about 6cm from their lowest position. Yes, it's a compromise between front and rear passengers, but it's an option that's available. If you put the car into sport mode and long press the traction control button (about 5s) it will now hold the gears and not auto-upshift. Fuel economy can be as good as 6.5L/100km if you put it into Economy mode and do long distances on the highway at 100kph with the Coast mode turned on, although as he says, around 10L/100km is fairly typical for mixed daily use. If you want faster launches than what launch control even allows, use the handbrake instead of the footbrake, as the engine will start to spool the turbos better than the stock launch mode and that can take another 0.2s off the 0-100kph sprint.
Aside from those comments, it's an absolutely fantastic car. I love mine. My wife loves it too. So comfortable. I've done a pair of 800km days in mine, and arrived at the other end completely refreshed. If planes offered the same seats in Economy class, the 14hr cross-Pacific trip from Australia to the USA would be a breeze! Definitely one of the most under-rated, enjoyable, and yet still extremely practical cars ever.
Had mine 18 months now. Brilliant car and a pleasure to drive.
Then why the "Had"?
Whiteless Eyes because it's 18 months and counting, so those 18 months are in the past
Do you experience significant rattling?
Graeme McMillan hey boss, just wanted to know if you still have the vehicle, if so any major issues?
Any boot rattles? I hear that's a common problem. I'm undeterred by that though.
I've had my Stinger GT for 18 months now and am still staring at it thinking "This is my car??". I love it and have done the Great Ocean Rd in it too. Great fun to drive and comfortable too. With all the tech features in it there isn't much else that compares at this price point.
qikdraw67 hi mate I’m thinking of buying a 2020gt,,, but still not sure ,,, your thoughts would be great ,,, as I own a bmw E93 335i convertible
@@georgekatinis9862 the car has plenty of shooba looba that is for sure mate.
@@georgekatinis9862 Hope you ended up buying one!
@@francistaylor1822 hi matee yes brought a carbon edition 2 years ago love it
dad with two kids here, been considering getting the Mustang GT, but i forgot about this lol, this is the car for me i think.
I fell in love with a red one at a restaurant my God it was beautiful
This is my dream car.
It's my dream car once it depreciates to 15k
I bought a MY20 Stinger GT about 2 months ago. Such a nice car.
@L because in all honesty you have to be making 90k to afford that car without sacrificing other things in life like saving for an emergency, retirement, kids college fund.
@@Hallowsaw It costs only $37,000 USD brand new. You certainly don't need to be making anywhere 90k to afford this. You could afford two of these on a 65k salary and still save money for retirement
@@jcdentonunatco 10% of you income is all you should pay for car expenses. 10% x 5 years= 50% over 5 years. So yeah, you need to be making 90k to not be car poor.
I bought my Stinger last week after seeing this post and absolutely LOVE my new car. Getting the exhaust done next week, super excited and can’t wait to hear and drive it after the fitting! :))
congratulations!
What did you get done to the exhaust?
What did you do to the exhaust?
Was blown away by the test drive. Ordered mine yesterday. 3 week wait. Enamel grey with bimodal exhaust.
I'll get a Johnny Tig cold air intake and I'm set.
At first I was extremely hesitant in getting this. But glad to say, I'm currently waiting for my car to be delivered. It was a pleasure to drive and so comfortable. I see everyone saying that it's an amazing car for the value and I completely agree!
I will never buy it. Look at the design. I much rather buy the Optima GT or VW Arteon.
I’ve owned a 2015 Challenger SRT and traded it for a 2017 2SS Camaro both (Manuals) and after driving the Kia Stinger I was stunned on how fast and how much I liked this vehicle it’s that good I also test drove a Genesis G70 and that car is a beast and the torque felt better than my Camaro and to tell you the truth I liked it better than both cars just wish it was a little faster I still like bragging rights 0-60 but I’m definitely going to purchase a stinger after I move.
Just some simple mods will get stinger to 450hp
@@kenmasters2025 I agree but mods for me isn’t a option I keep my cars %100 factory other than cosmetics it’s a great car I like 0-60 in my Camaro 2SS 4.0 and under but at 4.5 I would buy a Stinger might still buy one anyway after driving one I did fall in love with it. but I appreciate your insight and advice.
In the 1990's I owned two Nissan 280ZXs, both white with red interior, targa roof and the signature three gauges on the dash. Had my Stinger GT for two weeks now, white with red interior, sunroof and the three air vents on the dash. The Stinger is just like a modern day version of the 280ZX, both low GT cruisers, both an absolute pleasure to drive.
Had my stinger GT nearly 2.5 years and love it. Can't believe more people haven't bought one! Really are amazing cars all round... comfortable, practical and with power when you want it. Ok, taller people might struggle in the back seats, but I have a seating priority regime and that seems to help. But that's the only draw back I've found, and it really isn't an issue. My husband is 6'3" and is quite comfortable in the front. Can't speak highly enough about this car. I looked at other cars with specs that were similar and they would have cost me 10s of thousands more. Couldn't be happier with my choice.
People not buying it makes it more unique. I rarely see any stingers here in Ohio.
I've got the 2019. And I LOVE it.
I'm just really happy this new exhaust doesn't sound better than my Borla 😂
so the bonnet vents are fake?
@@jamesz1003 they are
Do the exhaust void the warranty?
@@MighyMe no.
Any bad drone with the Borla?
I have a 2017 Stinger with the exhaust and it sounds great. Fantastic car, great value.
What exhaust? I've the 20 gt1 and my oy complaint is its slightly too quite. My other car is straight piped camed out v8 with a terrible exhaust leak
@@flubber_ducky In Australia we can fit a Bimodal at dealership for about $3300AUD ($2000 USD or so). As far as I know Australia is only place in the world that offers dealership exhaust, however I've heard 2021 will have bimodal as standard and also a new engine with 300kw+
Just traded my 2018 Stinger GT in for the 2020 model, love this car!!!
Amazing car and value for the money! This was perfect timing since Ford and Holden caved in. The Stinger GT performance is very similar to the FPV F6 Typhoon. With a performance chip these things are already pushing 340kW easily.
I loveeee my stinger. I get more attention than i did in my Corvette i traded in.
I know I recently bought a 4 series coupe but man... every time i see a Stinger, I always catch myself staring!
Omg u are so right. I live in Arkansas and I have never even seen one so of course we had to buy one and damn man it does turn heads. No that's not the reason to buy this car but it doesn't hurt🤣. Buy it because it's a damn fine machine and looks amazing oh and kia backs it up with that best warranty in the biz! FREAKING LUV THIS CAR😉!!
If ya want attention buy a mustang
Steven Bennett Me too
Always a good review when Paul’s at the helm! Love the stinger. Wish they came in a wagon!
A Stinger wagon? Yes, please! Kia please make it happen!
I've owned a lot of cars. And this is by far my favourite. Don't think I will sell this for a while.
@4:25 this is not a panoramic roof. It's a regular sunroof. I've got the Canadian 2018 AWD GT Limited model and love it.
You are correct, this isn't a panoramic sunroof, but to be fair, it also is not a regular sized sunroof, this one is bigger, and KIA made it that way on purpose.
I just purchased me a 2019 GT1 in this same color scheme. LOVING IT, so fun to drive and definitely a head turner while I'm driving it.
What a great review from a great reviewer. Your enthusiasm is infectious. Cannot wait til mine sits in the driveway next week.
Had my GT 2 AWD for a year now and absolutely love it. I chose the Stinger for performance cost was not an issue. I wanted a car not make a fashion statement with a Lambo or other.
is the awd model avaliable in aus?
Underrated is an understatement I LOVE my stinger! I wish Kia pushed it a little harder
It kind of makes them more elusive though 🤔 kinda. Lol. As far as I can tell we r the only ones in my area to have one.
Very good review as always. Has the build quality improved compared to 2018 (or 2019) model you reviewed against Holden Commodore GT? Thanks.
Hey Paul great review mate, I purchased a Stinger GT new I'm now 10,000km into ownership I can not get enough of the car absolutely love it. I have been waiting for yous to do a review on the bi model exhaust think you just pushed me across the line. Oh also have not had a single rattle from the interior very happy :D
Great to hear! You should definitely get the exhaust :-D it's heaps of fun. See if you can test drive one with the exhaust first just to make sure it's not too overpowering for you!
Hey mate, can you please do review on Kia Stinger GT 2021?
Love your reviews
Great review, this is they way car reviews should be. Thank you
Really thorough review. Great. All the more so because I'm picking a new one up in about three weeks time. Can't wait. Thanks.
Hope you enjoy it!
The smile it put on your face says it all & that's what real cars should do. In a world of SUV'S & ev's that we're being forced to drive,it's great to see a proper salon car on the market. Can't help but think it looks like a Maserti from behind.
Cops in Liverpool use them as pursuit cars,awesome machine.
Great review Paul, how does it compare to the new Supra? Speed? Comfort? drivability?.. would make a great comparison review 😉
I own a 2019 Ceramic Silver Stinger GT2 and this car is so freaking awesome. Every time I go through driver thru’s people always ask me if I like it! The car is a jewel! It’s rear wheel drive so it will drift with no effort! As a matter of fact if the street has any moisture on it I turn the drive dial down to Eco! I love this car!
I've just got one....love it..ceramic grey. Definitely want to drift in it but dont fancy buying tyres or pranging it 🙈🙈..I'm treating it with kid gloves and driving like Miss Daisy at the moment 😂😂😂😂
The great thing about this car is under the hood. You can actually work on this vehicle yourself. It's reminiscent of the old muscle cars, with pretty much full accessibility. The available mod's are ridiculous. The SK's did themselves proud. I absolutely love mine.
With this, surely Kia can take a bigger slice from Holden or even have the entire pie off Commodore badged Insignia.
This guy is awesome. Well detailed reviews
I love this in depth video. Massive thank you
Fantastic review , great job 👍🏻
Just bought a 2020 Stinger GT AWD. In love with it.
Congrats
I got the 2020 GT2 RWD
Kia should give it a 5.0 liter V8 and call it GTS, I think that will work right?!
Kia doesn't produce v8 engines
@@bMPtuning01 Yes, it does it's shared with Genesis/Hyundai cars and it's called the Tau V8, google it.
Your right but i think the v6 twin turbo will still faster
@@bMPtuning01 But a V8 will sound better
@@nasser.alkenani If they put the 5.0 from the G80 in here oh man it would sound great.
Is it me or does this guy look like Seth MacFarlane?
Oh and fantastic car and fantastic value.
We all know.
Thanks for prodding the memory. I thought he looked a bit familiar but it wasn't even bothering me.
Faaaaaaarrr, that's where I thought his face looked very familiar...
I'm like I've seen this face somewhere but where and never realised due to the Oz accent.
Thanks for reminding me...
when are you gonna do a review on the 2021 version?
Had a GT for 18 months now. No regrets. Yeah, the Conti tyres aren't the greatest and the paddle shifters are a bit more sluggish than sportier cars like a Toyota 86 but that's about it. Any criticisms I have of the Stinger are just nitpicks.
Yoooooo I was the first kid in Australia to ride in the stinger cuz my dad works for Kia lmao
Love mine. Also got a vxr8 bathurst edition so the best of both worlds.
Good review and this is a beautiful car.
Great review, you kinda remind me of a British seth mcfarlane good day mate
British? That's an Australian accent mate.
@@spackle42 he's still spot on with the family guy reference though!
I don't mind the space at the back 😎 is just for me and my wife and a little fur friend 😁
I’ll be in the market for a new car and this is top of my list , can find exdemo GT for close to 50k and under 10,000 km on it. Love the ceramic grey and the red leather. I’ve not had a car as powerful before though, I’ll get heckled for this but I’ll also try out the gt -line
That Grey is beautiful. We looked at one but out of our price range so we got the panthera black GT 3.3LITER twin turbo and Holy crap this car is nice. Freaking fast.
Cool, i'll see where they're at once there's 0 Falcons or Holdens available on carsales.
Yes, heated steering wheel and heated seats are such necessary features in blisteringly hot Australia. Great car though.
I gather you do not live in Melbourne 😅😅
Had mine 2 yrs now and still love it. Had the boot/trunk rattle problem fixed under warranty. How ever I hope Kia Servicing in Oz is better than Brunei. 2 annual services so far and they have yet to complete a full service 1st time round? 17k and tyres never been checked yet (pressures on right side done only??) and sent away with tyres that should been given an advisory.
Gonna have my servicing done elsewhere and annual checks by Kia only.
Great car let down by Kia Servicing.
Fantastic car!
I love my 2018 GT1. What I clearly do not appreciate is this "need" for more engine noise. I'm glad that my engine is as quiet as it is stock. If I wanted more engine noise I'd have not considered the Stinger. A selling point with me was the advertised cabin quietude. I wish the Stinger's cabin were a bit more quiet in fact.
I can’t choose what looks better between this grey Color or black or white
I can definitely see Kia dethroning Toyota and Honda. Kia seem like they actually listen to their customers and really care.
Are you 8 years old? Kia dethroning Toyota and Honda? Go look at global sales and compare them. Go look at the resale value of a 5 year old Kia vs a Toyota or Honda... Kia are CHEAP, JUNK cars for people who don’t know anything about cars and don’t have the money for a real car.
Dumbest fucking comment I’ve ever seen🤦♂️
@@nickcaesar7650 Why so angry bro/ sis? Have you ever heard of Ford and Chrysler... Do you remember how they once dominated?
So far, kia has made extreme improvements in the past few years; quality, reliability, features, performance, style, and pricing; not to mention their warranty.
Remember, this is my opinion. So don't start foaming at the mouth just yet.
Great video!
Don't know how would you Aussies survive without that heated steering wheel 😉
Way to bloody hot here in Australia for that ;)
Where I live Winter gwt down to 14C in the middle of winter, and 30C plus in summer so not necessary
I live in Melbourne. I use more ac than the heater in my car during the winter time.
We use steering wheel covers to prevent burning our hands after the sun heats the wheel up.
The ventilated seats are already getting a workout heading into summer.
The reason they put the paddle shift in it is so you can shift back down into the gear you need going around those corners
Hey, this review is actually really nice.
Bolt ons, E85 Alphaspeed Tune, 600 crank hp... KIA ftw. I have not lost a race against a M series or AMG based car yet.
What did that cost ya to reach 600 at the crank mate?
Anyone know if the standard exhaust on 2022 model is the same as the factory sports exhaust on the previous one?
I have just watched your excellent review of the Stinger. Now in March ‘22 I am seriously considering buying a brand new 2022 GT I love this car but I keep hearing reports that the Stinger is about to be discontinued which worries me for the future if I buy one but I cannot get any more information on the future of Stinger in Australia. I was just wondering if you guys at Car Advice have anymore information.
Fast forward to April 2022 and yes I have bought the G T now including the bi-modal exhaust.
This is an absolutely phenomenal vehicle, I love it 😻.
I can’t understand why Kia are thinking of ending production later this year.
Thanks Matt it was your review that finally got me to the Kia dealership.
I reckon Kia makes the best cars after Toyota and Nissan, I had a 2004 Kia Cerato sedan a few years back because I'm from a very remote community in the N.T. and up and down those roads to Darwin to Central Australia that car lasted 4 years until my cousin sold it to the wreckers in Darwin for $200, it served me well and I think Kia should start making small twin cab trucks cos if they do, it'll be unstoppable in the bush and in the towns thanks for the intro 👍😁
Hi I have a 2020 Kia Stinger GT in the Orange only had it for a short time but what a car, I first had a look at the Stinger in a show room in Adelaide Australia early 2019 in the Orange from that day had love the look and color, still getting to know the car but what a trip I'm having........................
Had mine from 2018 so far exhaust, bov, intake,sway bar upgrade, lowering spring, and tunes. The car has so much potential. That looks like a GT2 trim the Gt trim got no Nappa leather.
The outside profile Kinda reminds me of the BMW M8 Gran Coup, but $250,000 cheaper.
l loved the time stamps and road test in general "but" one small point l think you should have said how tall you are when sitting in the back seat...
Or the front seat I think for taller people
Was going to buy one but then i test drive a VF2 Motorsport and the stinger couldn't beat the the feel of the Motorsport inside and out. VF2 has more room, a real sounding exhaust with the rumble of a V8 (after market exhaust twin 3inch DPE catback)and the MRC is just awesome with a manual. I will admit that the stereo system in the kia is bloody good compared to the crappy Bose system in the VF2. Harman Kardon systems in the Kia Stinger and the Subaru Liberty 3.6 have the best sounding standard car audio systems around.
brother what exhaust is on there?
"Up at the top hee ya got..." 😎👍 Awesome review mate
Hey Paul, nice review and thanks! Which would you pick from the following 2; Stinger Gt or 300 SRT?
Tough call - probably the Stinger. 300 SRT is getting on now and you can't beat the warranty and capped servicing costs on the Stinger for bang-for-buck.
Paul Maric thanks for the prompt reply and great video👌
Gotta say though, the grin you had when you reviewed the SRT a couple of years back was priceless moreso now as I’m shopping for a new sedan. Hahaha
@@mr.h3603 I am just trading in my srt8 on a stinger got. Pick it up on friday🤓. Whilst I loved my srt8, you just cannot beat that he I v8...... it was a tad unreliable which in all honesty I would have forgiven because I loved the car and it’s road presence so much. What I could not forgive is the interior. Every bit of carbon fibre has come off.... even the ones that were replaced under warranty. Chrysler Jeep have not changed the interior, they know the problem exists but in the end have basically have told the consumer....bad luck...
for that Chrysler does not get my money. I spent 3 grand on the bi modal and I reckon this car will be fantastic....... can’t wait
Donald Ducky Congrats Mr Ducky! Your SRT sounds like the ‘13 model with 5 speed box. Apparently the CF issue not isolated to yours as I have heard and seen many vehicles like this. Honestly the V8 is too good to pass up, so this time round Im going down that path. I do admit the Stinger is extremely appealing. Anyhow, enjoy the delivery for Friday 👌
I had a 300 rental about 2 years ago, and it was not very impressive. If I was gonna put down 50 grand on a car with shit reliability, it would have to be really nice inside. And as for styling, the 300 looks like a rental car.
I’m getting one of these but did old mate really say it’s inconvenient in drive in movies 😳😳😳😳😂
What are you from 1950?
I LOVE IT IM GOING TO BUY ONE
Paul should I get one of these or the Chrysler 300 SRT? Which one would you get if you had the choice?
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Srt will be broken down every week mate.
I'd stick with the Stinger :-) SRT will use more fuel most of the time and the Kia comes with a longer warranty.
양념닭후라이드 it depends what you want. The srt is more car and my type of car (big v8 etc)
Stinger all day
K O R E A N - C H I C K E N
$65k for a Stinger that does the 0-100 in 4.8 sec. The Lexus LC500 costs $230k and does the 0-100 in 5.1....no doubt the Stinger is a performance bargain!
The mustang GT will do it in under 4 seconds.
@@DanielBlaney not straight out of the box. Prior to the 2019 update, the stinger could outrun the 5 litre mustang to 100kmh.
Really great Review !
So aside from some small infotainment changes, exactly the same as last year's model and the year before that. Nicer tyres, same rims.
Yep. They could have changed a few things with this car. The reflectors on the back maybe? Slight changes in the bumper bar or something?
Not much info about the exhaust
I really want one of this. Exact color and red interior. Especially with the bi modal exhaust
So it pumps in exhaust sound. I don’t know whether that’s a mic pickup by the exhaust or totally artificial sound. ...Now the question might be whether I have enough curving country roads close enough on which to enjoy it. Otherwise, it’s a lot of bumper-to-bumper traffic.
Had the opportunity to have a spirited drive on an epic road in one last weekend. I’ve had the luck to drive quite a few cars including an Audi R8 V10, no joke, the Stinger GT with the bimodal exhaust gives 90% of the fun at a fraction of the price. My summary? I. Want. One.
Love my 2018 Stinger GT2. Perfectly balanced car through and through for my taste. Question. What aftermarket exhaust was used in this video?
Anosh Gonda I reckon you probably have to contact Kia order it
Burtech...?
Hi just bought the 2020 Gt stinger in all black so far man what a cool car looks great goes even better I'm going to put a sports exhaust on it and do the turbo intakes and a dino then look out best car ever.....
I love to get one but can't afford it so I might go for the cerato gt which is almost at half price of the stinger
Sadly Australia is way behind again.
The V8 KIA K900 has been on the market in USA since 2018.
A GT or SS option is usually offered with a V8 performance package.
Eg:- (Monaro SS, Ford Mustang, Toyota Soarer, etc)
Sold. This is my next car.
I think if they keep updating the Stinger with facelifts and tweaks here and there every year they'll sell it well in the long run. Kinda like the r35.
That’s why I’ve just ordered one!
I love it!
Great review Paul! Which would you prefer, the stinger or mustang gt?
Now that Holden are closing up shop this car really has no competition in its price bracket.
Great review. But the steering wheel is on the wrong side!!
Oh no! Thanks for letting us know!
Use the paddle shifters to hold it from shifting up
Great vid! btw, u kinda look like Seth McFarlane
2:56 I actually 1st thought it 10 years ago. That's when they got Peter
Hm if you look at the (pro)ceed gt 2020, the stinger 2020 does seem to lack in extras (that should be available), like not having the iCockpit and a smaller
Get mine in about 11 days.. I hope..
What was the reason for the car not holding the gear. We're you in auto mode or full manual control?
Does the park assist button work cause it was just skipped in the video? The button next to the heated steering wheel
Can you make my SV6 Commodore Sportwagon sound like this?
We'd love to see/hear a tuned exhaust for the Commodore V6. Maybe speak to your local exhaust shop?