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2019 Kia Stinger consumer reviews

$32,990–$35,190 MSRP range
side view of 2019 Stinger Kia
(60 reviews)
93% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.6
  • Interior 4.6
  • Performance 4.7
  • Value 4.6
  • Exterior 4.8
  • Reliability 4.6
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Most bang for your buck

This car has all the power and torque you need to have fun while still providing a luxurious interior feel. Definitely stands high in it's class while still at a cheaper price than it's competition.

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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Don't buy, if you don't want attention.

It's the best cat I have owned so far at 23000 miles. It is fun to drive, gets lots of looks, and people can't believe it's a KIA. I'm getting an overall average of 24 MPG combined. And usually close to or over 30 MPG on highway. But I drive mine in ECO all, MOST, of the time. Only complaints I have is that the windshield has a lot of pits in it, more then it should at 23000 miles, and the drivers seat gets a little hard during a long drive. However I just like to drive it around. The sound system never fails me, crank it and drive. More power and torque then you will ever need, but it is a blast to put that to the ground when you want. I can't really say enough good things about my KIA STINGER.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • 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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Great car with good looks and excellent value

This car is very stylish and has a great interior. The quality of finish on paint and interior is excellent. The turbocharged 4 cylinder has more than enough power and the ride is great. Lots of useful options included in premium model. Love the metalic red exterior color.

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

Great car, fantastic exceleration and handling. Phenomenal sound system and just an overall great value for heart pounding fun. I've got 3 granddaughters living with me so this car is Instant stress relief

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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Do NOT buy a Kia stinger GT2

I bought a brand new Kia Stinger GT2 November 2019. By December 23rd it was shuttering while driving and the check engine light came on. Took it to dealer, they said they couldn’t find anyrhing and reset check engine light. Fast forward to January 10 2020. The check engine light came on again and was shuttering while driving and idling. Dealer has had car for 15 days now and are claiming they changed spark plugs and fuel pump and that the Kia engineers can’t figure out what’s wrong/have never seen this before. So not only am I paying on a brand new car I can’t drive/don’t have but who knows when I will even get it back?! I am beyond disgusted and will NEVER buy a Kia again! When I get it back I am going to be worried about breaking down - I do a ton of driving and often get home very late at night or early in the morning. The whole reason for buying a new car was so I wouldn’t have to worry about car issues. Totally DISSATISFIED with the stinger and Kia overall.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 1.0
  • Value 1.0
  • Exterior 3.0
  • Reliability 1.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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Great fast car

Great car, stylish, and performs well. Performance goes well beyond expectations. So much fun to drive. Highly recommend the Stinger GT2. Did I say fun to drive (fast.)

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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Car shut down after 11 days of new purchase

I researched the car saw all the reviews and purchased a new 2019 GT2 only to be driving this morning after 11 days and the vehicle shut itself down 3 times. One of the times almost getting me hit by another car.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 1.0
  • Value 1.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 1.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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75k car for a third of the price

The car is absolutely amazing! Looks great, has the performance of a true sports car and it has the best warranty in the business to ease your mind. If you took the kia badge off and put a BMW badge on it would sell for 75k. Definitely give this car a look if looking for a 4 door high performance sedan! Only negative I see is that gas mileage, definitely not the best but if you put it in eco mood you will definitely get over 30 mpg.

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 Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Incredible

Nothing in it's class competes. Classy, super powerful . Beautifully designed in Germany it's one of a kind. Will practically beat anything in the quarter mile due to all wheel drive and launch mode. I love it.

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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Kia Nailed This Car

Too many people are quick to bash it only because of the brand. Kia did not make fantastic cars 10 years ago, but they have completely changed their lineup. Traded in a 2016 Infiniti and would not go back, this car checks all of the boxes for me. Great styling, great interior space and design, comfortable on road trips, fun to drive, best standard warranty available, cheap to repair should it need it, and unique. The power is plenty for the price point, anyone arguing they can get a car with more power cheaper, great then do it, far more to a car than HP. Kia did a great job making a car to compete with the Germans. It is truly a well done car and it does far better price-wise than similarly equipped cars in its segment.

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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