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Kia Stinger

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Available trims

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  • GT-Line RWD
    Avg. price
    $22,313
    MPG
    22 City / 29 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    5
    Engine
    Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4
    Drivetrain
    Rear Wheel Drive
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  • GT-Line AWD
    Avg. price
    $22,313
    MPG
    21 City / 29 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    5
    Engine
    Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4
    Drivetrain
    All Wheel Drive
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  • GT RWD
    Avg. price
    $24,750
    MPG
    17 City / 25 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    5
    Engine
    Twin Turbo Premium Unleaded V-6
    Drivetrain
    Rear Wheel Drive
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  • GT AWD
    Avg. price
    $24,750
    MPG
    17 City / 25 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    5
    Engine
    Twin Turbo Premium Unleaded V-6
    Drivetrain
    All Wheel Drive
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  • GT1 RWD
    Avg. price
    $27,178
    MPG
    17 City / 25 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    5
    Engine
    Twin Turbo Premium Unleaded V-6
    Drivetrain
    Rear Wheel Drive
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  • GT1 AWD
    Avg. price
    $27,178
    MPG
    17 City / 25 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    5
    Engine
    Twin Turbo Premium Unleaded V-6
    Drivetrain
    All Wheel Drive
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  • GT2 RWD
    Avg. price
    $28,116
    MPG
    17 City / 25 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    5
    Engine
    Twin Turbo Premium Unleaded V-6
    Drivetrain
    Rear Wheel Drive
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  • GT2 AWD
    Avg. price
    $28,116
    MPG
    17 City / 25 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    5
    Engine
    Twin Turbo Premium Unleaded V-6
    Drivetrain
    All Wheel Drive
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Notable features

  • Mid-size hatchback with coupelike styling
  • Turbo four-cylinder or twin-turbo V-6 engine
  • Eight-speed automatic standard
  • Rear- or all-wheel drive
  • Blind spot warning standard

The good & the bad

The good

  • V-6 performance
  • Cabin quality
  • Interior space
  • Multimedia system ease of use
  • Apple CarPlay, Android Auto standard

The bad

  • Rear visibility
  • Manual transmission not offered
  • Looks bulky from certain angles
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Expert 2021 Kia Stinger review

Our expert's take
By Cars.com Editors
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What Is the 2021 Kia Stinger?

The Kia Stinger is a five-seat mid-size hatchback with aggressive coupelike styling. It’s powered by a standard 255-horsepower, turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine or an optional 365-hp, twin-turbo 3.3-liter V-6. Both engines work with an eight-speed automatic transmission, and rear- and all-wheel-drive versions are offered. Competitors include the Alfa Romeo Giulia, Audi A4 and Genesis G70.

What’s New on the 2021 Kia Stinger?

There are no significant changes this year. 

What Features in the 2021 Kia Stinger Are Most Important?

Standard features include:

  • 18-inch alloy wheels
  • Leather seating surfaces
  • Heated front seats
  • 7-inch touchscreen multimedia system
  • Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone connectivity
  • Wireless device charging
  • Dual-zone automatic air conditioning
  • Blind spot warning with rear cross-traffic alert

Available features include:

  • Nappa leather upholstery
  • Ventilated front seats
  • Heated rear seats
  • Navigation with 8-inch touchscreen
  • Harman Kardon premium stereo
  • 360-degree camera system
  • Head-up display
  • Automatic emergency braking
  • Lane-keeping assist
  • Adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go capability

Should I Buy the 2021 Kia Stinger?

The Stinger mimics the style and performance of sedans from dedicated luxury brands — but for a fraction of the price. The performance of its optional V-6 engine, roomy cargo area and easy-to-use multimedia system are highlights, but the car’s swoopy design hurts outward visibility. 

2021 Kia Stinger review: Our expert's take

What Is the 2021 Kia Stinger?

The Kia Stinger is a five-seat mid-size hatchback with aggressive coupelike styling. It’s powered by a standard 255-horsepower, turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine or an optional 365-hp, twin-turbo 3.3-liter V-6. Both engines work with an eight-speed automatic transmission, and rear- and all-wheel-drive versions are offered. Competitors include the Alfa Romeo Giulia, Audi A4 and Genesis G70.

What’s New on the 2021 Kia Stinger?

There are no significant changes this year. 

What Features in the 2021 Kia Stinger Are Most Important?

Standard features include:

  • 18-inch alloy wheels
  • Leather seating surfaces
  • Heated front seats
  • 7-inch touchscreen multimedia system
  • Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone connectivity
  • Wireless device charging
  • Dual-zone automatic air conditioning
  • Blind spot warning with rear cross-traffic alert

Available features include:

  • Nappa leather upholstery
  • Ventilated front seats
  • Heated rear seats
  • Navigation with 8-inch touchscreen
  • Harman Kardon premium stereo
  • 360-degree camera system
  • Head-up display
  • Automatic emergency braking
  • Lane-keeping assist
  • Adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go capability

Should I Buy the 2021 Kia Stinger?

The Stinger mimics the style and performance of sedans from dedicated luxury brands — but for a fraction of the price. The performance of its optional V-6 engine, roomy cargo area and easy-to-use multimedia system are highlights, but the car’s swoopy design hurts outward visibility. 

Safety review

Based on the 2021 Kia Stinger base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Overall rating
Combined side rating front seat
Combined side rating rear seat
Frontal barrier crash rating driver
Frontal barrier crash rating passenger
Overall frontal barrier crash rating
Overall side crash rating
Rollover rating
Side barrier rating
Side barrier rating driver
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
Side pole rating driver front seat
8.7%
Risk of rollover
Side barrier rating driver
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
Side pole rating driver front seat
8.7%
Risk of rollover

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
5 years / 60,000 miles
Corrosion
5 years / 100,000 miles
Powertrain
10 years / 100,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
5 years / 60,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Dealer certification
135 Point Inspection
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Consumer reviews

100% of drivers recommend this car
Based on 6 reviews
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Comfort
4.8
Interior
5.0
Performance
5.0
Value
4.8
Exterior
4.8
Reliability
4.7

Most recent

  • By LenInArizona from Gilbert, Arizona
    Owns this car
    July 19, 2023

    Fabulous Except For One Flaw

    The Stinger GT Line (4 Cylinder Turbo) is fabulous. It has plenty of get up and go. When merging onto a highway, you look at the speedometer and you can't believe how quickly you have hit 100 MPH. The MPG at only 22 is a little disappointing. However, I do usually cruise at about 80. Reliability with the exception of one thing (which I will get to) has been excellent. I am 6' 1" tall, so getting in and out of the Stinger without bagging your head is a little difficult (that is why I only gave 4 stars instead of 5 for Comfort). I do regret not going for the little extra cost and buying the GT (instead of the GT Line). The GT does have a few extra standard options which I now wish I had. Now.... the only real negative about the vehicle. I took delivery on March 1, 2021 and since that day... still until today (July 19, 2023) my Apple CarPlay will NOT stay engaged in the vehicle. Sometimes it does not engage at all. Sometimes, just for a short while. Sometimes constantly engaged and disengaging. Sometimes, it engages for the first leg of a trip and not for the return leg of the trip. Sometimes it engages for days and then, it does not engage for days. There is no rhyme or reason for whether it will or will not engage. Kia has changed the radio, the USB Port (this is WIRED [NOT wireless] Bluetooth and Apple CarPlay) and the radio harness. They cannot find a fix. Kia has admitted that they there is a problem and the Engineers are working on it. This has been an ongoing problem for more than 2 years. This is the major reason why I have not rated the vehicle 5 out of 4 stars.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort
    4.0
    Interior
    5.0
    Performance
    5.0
    Value
    5.0
    Exterior
    5.0
    Reliability
    5.0
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  • By MW from Portland, Oregon
    Owns this car
    April 10, 2021

    Best Car I’ve Ever Owned

    Drives great. Looks awesome. Is roomy and practical because of hatchback design & back seats that fold down.I get lots of compliments and I’ve had people mistake it for a Porsche Panamera, a Jaguar.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort
    5.0
    Interior
    5.0
    Performance
    5.0
    Value
    5.0
    Exterior
    5.0
    Reliability
    5.0
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  • By Vonb37 from Tracy, CA
    Owns this car
    April 4, 2021

    A lot of car for your money

    Id been looking at this car for a while. When I finally drove it, it exceeded my expectations. The one thing I wasn't ready for was the fuel consumption. But that should be expected coming from a 4cyl to twin turbo V6
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort
    5.0
    Interior
    5.0
    Performance
    5.0
    Value
    5.0
    Exterior
    5.0
    Reliability
    3.0
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  • By JED from Plains Tx
    Owns this car
    February 9, 2021

    Prettiest car I’ve ever seen

    This car is exactly what I was looking for reasonable price sporty look and all at the same time a family car for me and my children
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort
    5.0
    Interior
    5.0
    Performance
    5.0
    Value
    4.0
    Exterior
    4.0
    Reliability
    5.0
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  • By AG from Artesia, NM
    Owns this car
    February 6, 2021

    Handles great

    Very happy with my car, but the only feature missing is a steering wheel heater/warmer. Love the accessories the car comes with. I’ve received many complements
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort
    5.0
    Interior
    5.0
    Performance
    5.0
    Value
    5.0
    Exterior
    5.0
    Reliability
    5.0
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  • By Todd Goldberg from Parkland, fl
    Owns this car
    January 4, 2021

    Hot wheels

    So far so good !! Cars just what I expected and trying to navigate all the new options. Dealer will review all with me when ready !!
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort
    5.0
    Interior
    5.0
    Performance
    5.0
    Value
    5.0
    Exterior
    5.0
    Reliability
    5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2021 Kia Stinger?

The 2021 Kia Stinger is available in 4 trim levels:

  • GT (2 styles)
  • GT-Line (2 styles)
  • GT1 (2 styles)
  • GT2 (2 styles)

What is the MPG of the 2021 Kia Stinger?

The 2021 Kia Stinger offers up to 22 MPG in city driving and 29 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

What are some similar vehicles and competitors of the 2021 Kia Stinger?

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Is the 2021 Kia Stinger reliable?

The 2021 Kia Stinger has an average reliability rating of 4.7 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2021 Kia Stinger owners.

Is the 2021 Kia Stinger a good Sedan?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2021 Kia Stinger. 100.0% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.8 / 5
Based on 6 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.8
  • Interior: 5.0
  • Performance: 5.0
  • Value: 4.8
  • Exterior: 4.8
  • Reliability: 4.7

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