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2018 Kia Stinger consumer reviews

$31,900–$34,100 MSRP range
side view of 2018 Stinger Kia
(157 reviews)
91% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.7
  • Interior 4.7
  • Performance 4.8
  • Value 4.7
  • Exterior 4.8
  • Reliability 4.6
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Wow - this is a great piece of work

It?s beautiful and well engendered. I would have bought it on the spot, Here ie hawaii( Aloha Kia)? there is a 4500 surcharge on the car , making it in the Subaru or Nexus class. While a great car can,t pay that kind of money to be the first on my block to have one

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 2.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Does not recommend this car
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Love it so far!!!

Car is great, wish it had cooled seats like my Optima. Waiting for a remote starter to become available. Love it so far looking forward to years of enjoyment.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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My dream car!!!

The more I drive it the more I love it. The color is beautiful. It has so many features it will take me a month to get it just right. But touch screen makes it so easy.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Excellent Car

I have been driving since 1964. I have had 3 Corvettes,a Ford Gran Torino Sport and several American and European luxury sedans. I started driving Korean cars in 2009. I had the first Sonata when they came out with the new model. When the Stinger came out I knew I had to have one. It lives up to all of my expectations and then some.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Styling, Performance and Comfort

I've only had the car for a week, but so far, every positive review I've seen or heard has been validated in my mind. I was surprised how comfortable the ride was when I first drove the car and the performance is more than adequate for my driving situation. I'm sure this is a big gamble for Kia, but I think they've done an amazing job. I can only guess about the reliability, but I'm depending upon the Kia reputation.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Best car I've owned,hands own.

This car is a world beater. TheGerman marques are in trouble.A comparable German car would be 30 thousand dollars more. It handles, accelerates ,stops and looks great.Has every possible option.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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A German sports sedan from KIA

I've owned Porsche turbos, Audi RS6's and Ford Taurus SHO's to name a few. This car is downright impressive. I had heard that they got a little twitchy handling wise and I felt that when I first drove. Then I found that all four tires were aired up to 2 pounds over the maximum. When I got tire pressure to specs, it changed everything to the good. Engine is supposed to put out 365, but it feels like much more. The only complaint with engine is it's too quiet for the way it moves the car! At the same time, the quiet is much appreciated on long road trips, which by the way, are very comfortable with totally adjustable seats and a well thought out interior. Seats are a little low to the ground when getting in and out, but ,hey, it's a sports sedan. Price compared to comparable vehicles is impressive and KIA has started to develop a culture of well made, reliable cars. The only reason I three stared reliability is because I haven't had it long enough to know.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 3.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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You won?t believe this is a Kia

My wife and I just leased a new Stinger. This our second Kia and the design and quality just keep improving. We looked at several other cars and our choice came down to the Stinger or an Infinit Q50. Simply put, the Stinger drove better, looked better and was better equipped for less. In the two weeks we?ve had the car there have been non-stop compliments from others. Our only issue is we should have upped the mileage on the lease because we?re driving it too much! Great car and great experience at our dealer.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Funniest car i've owned

I recently purchased a Kia Stinger GT2 AWD. At first i was not sure if i "trusted" owning a kia but, i must say after driving the stinger i was extremely impressed. Kia has come a long way and i would recommend this car to anyone who wants a fun to drive, sporty, and functional car. I also have a 4 year daughter and there is plenty of room in the car for her car seat and her "toys"

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Stinger checks all the boxes!

As a young professional and car enthusiast with 2 kids and another on the way, my wants and needs had changed from the days of loving 2-doors and a big American V-8 with muscle and decibels aplenty. I knew I needed a couple more doors, a bigger trunk, and a real backseat, but was I really ready to give up owning a car that was exciting to drive? No, I wasn?t. Not even close. Apparently, execs over at Kia decided people like me shouldn?t have to make that soul-crushing choice and they created a car that circumvented the dilemma altogether. Enter the 2018 Kia Stinger GT. Kia?s Stinger instantly won me over with its 5 doors and tons of interior space. It will comfortably seat 4 adults with ample legroom. The 5th door/hatch also means I have plenty of room to haul groceries, luggage, or the kids? soccer gear. The roof is a little low and my hair brushes the headliner sometimes (I?m 6?) but it?s a small price I?m gladly willing to pay for the styling. Speaking of styling this car looks GOOD! It turns heads everywhere I go without being flashy or gimmicky. The silhouette is sleek and powerful, aggressive yet refined. Mostly people just stare muttering things like ?wow? and ?that?s a good looking car.? It goes without saying the design speaks for itself and the car is just at home parked in front of a 5-Star restaurant as it is in the kids? elementary school parking lot or soccer practice. Now speaking about performance I must say this car is just plain fun to drive (I got the RWD V-6). It is blisteringly quick off the line and makes great torque on the high end for quick passes on the highway. It may not be the fastest car on the road but it?s certainly quicker than most. Put it in sport mode and it pulls hard whether 0-60 or 60-100, all with an elegance that makes it appear effortless. That twin turbo V-6 punches well above it?s 3.3 liter weight. There are many things to love about the 2018 Stinger that I haven?t mentioned here like the driver assist technologies, safety features, premium audio, etc. Ultimately, it?s hard to find a vehicle that so nimbly straddles the line between sporty and practical. Not only does the Stinger accomplish this ?best of both worlds? feat but it does so at an exceptionally competitive price point with an exceptional warranty to boot. I had my eye on the Stinger long before it hit the market and I indulged a healthy skepticism about this seemingly too good to be true offering. Now that it?s in my garage, I?m happy to put that skepticism to rest and relish every mile with a car that truly delivers on all its promises.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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