Kia Stinger Customer Reviews

Pros

• Cargo Space

  I’ve always wanted one and it’s just what i expected!

Cons

Pros

• Power

  • Strong Performance: Turbocharged engine delivers quick acceleration and responsive handling

• Styling

  The cockpit feels refined and sporty, with intuitive controls and a layout that balances form and function.

• Weather Versatility

  With available all-wheel drive (AWD), it offers enhanced traction in rain, snow, and slippery road surfaces.

Cons

• Styling

  • Badge Bias: Despite its quality and performance, some shoppers may overlook it simply because it’s a Kia—not a traditional luxury or performance brand.

Pros

• Power

  This car has a tremendous amount of power. I can be shocking at times. it's known to be a good platform to mod to achieve 500 hp reliably without too many changes needed.

• Reliability

  Has been reliable so far. According to fellow owners, this platform is not known to be problematic

• Styling

  Beautiful car. I cant stop staring at it. Also very handsome interior as well.

Cons

• Braking

  The factory Brembos setup are a problem. you frequently experience vibration and shudder under braking. This is all over the forums. fortunately the fix is not very costly. I fixed mine myself with replacing OEM rotors and installing Stoptech Z23 pads on all 4 corners. this cost me about $600 in 2025 with me doing the work myself. problem solved

• Cost to Maintain

  This is a modern vehicle with a lot of expensive technologies including: twin turbos, direct injection, Dynamic AWD (for AWD versions), LED headlights, Active dampers, etc. if anyone one of these systems have an issue, it can be big money to get them fixed. headlights alone are quoted to be $2000 + $3000. also due to the high performance engine, frequent oil changes and premium fuel is required (in certain cases, 3000 mile oil changes are recommended with 7 quarts of synthetic oil)

• Ride and Handling

  Although the Factory rims are gorgeous. they are low profile which compromises the ride comfort. I would have preferred more sidewall on the tires at the expense of some handling prowess. Also some owner report bent rims

Pros

• Braking

  Quick reaction

• Cargo Space

  Plenty of space

• Ride and Handling

  Fun to drive

Cons

• Cabin Noise

  Has noise in back trunk.

Pros

• Technology and Entertainment

  My last 3 vehicles all have been Lexus. My brother needed me to take over payments for his 2021 Kia K 5. I ABSOLUTELY loved it. So when he needed it back...I bought the 2023 Kia Stinger...this car has more bells and whistles then any car I have ever had. Cameras, speed, style, sex appeal. This car is sooooo....wonderful!!! I would a have a different color for every day of the week if I had money like that...LOL

Cons

Pros

• Value

  All of the features that you get with this car are amazing!

• Interior Space

  The interior space for a high-performance car is surprising.

• Ride and Handling

  I love the lane assist and the different choices of the comfort or sport mode ride.

Cons

• Fuel Economy

  The only slight negative is having to use premium gas, but this is a high-performance car after all!

Pros

• Power

• Ride and Handling

• Styling

Cons

Pros

• Power

  This car has a tremendous power for the average driver.

Cons

• Cabin Noise

  Something in the back rattles a lot.

Pros

• Power

  This car has what my wife calls "sneaky power". It doesn't feel like you're driving fast because the ride is so smooth. And the get up and go is AMAZING!!!

• Cost to Maintain

  It's a Kia, the cost to repair things is very affordable.

• Styling

  Everywhere we go we turn heads, it's definitely an eye catcher.

Cons

• Cabin Noise

  It can be a little noisy at times. However, we typically have the music on or family in the car so most of the time we don't notice.

• Weather Versatility

  This car sits low, very low. Be careful over bumps and don't drive if high water is possible.

Pros

• Power

  Twin turbo V6 is not messing around. Just wow

• Seat Comfort

  The napa leather in the GT2 reminds me of C class comfort.

• Styling

  Audi/BMW influences all over the place. Just a sexy car that grows on you even more over time.

Cons

• Fuel Economy

  A slightly bigger gas tank would have been nice.

• Power

  If I'm being super picky, a V8 sounds better, but would also push it out of my price range.

• Interior Space

  Backseat could be tight for people over 6'2