My buddy loves his, not the recall on his paint so much (yellow) but KIA is all over that! Repainting all metal surfaces, paying for the rental and $5K for the inconvience...and if your not happy with the repaint, they'll give you another Stinger GT of a different color, that's making things right and then some IMO! These cars really stand out on the road! I love the Guilia Quadrifoglio for sure but coming off of an extra $38k makes you have to really think, these things are freight trains =========
Klasse Act no other companies would do what you said like Benz bmw and all those companies would turn you down would never offer you what you mentioned Kia and Huyndai have best warranty and best customer service and I think they honour their warranty and not only that they go above the limit means they will do things not even in warranty like you just mentioned to make their customers happy
I got an AWD 2020 GT 2 weeks ago.Fantastic car--chose it over others because of the warranty.It also tops out at 167 which is one of the fastest cars you can buy under 60k.Also the V6 engine is so strong that You only need to use the turbos on passing or testing the power.The AWD pulls off the line like a gunshot.
Former BMW f30 335i M sport...Huge fan of the i-6, love the styling, feel etc. But a test drive of the BMW 340i with MPPK and then the Stinger GT2, the Stinger was the one I woke up thinking about the next morning.
Bought my new 2019 GT2 RWD because of this review. So far VERY happy with my decision. Got it for 43,500. Dealers are willing to go well below MSRP on these!
Mr. Maran, I have a suggestion. You should ad the specs of the car such as engine type, hp, weight, 1/4 mile, msrp in the description below. Also, in a box in your video.
I appreciate the suggestion. I don't like to clutter up the description box too much but if more people would like to see this I can incorporate it in future videos. In my regular Review videos I always say all the specs after I do my acceleration. If you're curious on all the specs of the Stinger, you can hear them in my full review video I did last fall. It's linked at the end of this video.
I think I read somewhere that these are doing very well and that most people buy the fully loaded ones over the base. Love this car, so sharp. My lease is up in a year and its going to be a tough choice between this and the new G70.
People love to hate it but every person in the driver seat can't help but love it haha great review sir. Best way to sell a Kia or understand the stinger is def to drive it
We have over 7,000 miles on our GT2 awd. The awd option is easily worth two grand if you want all four wheels powered due to the torque vectoring with brakes and also power. It’s a baby GTR sedan.
Nice review! I have a GT w/ AWD and I absolutely love it. Was very satisfied with the Kia brand after leasing 2 Optimas so going for the Stinger was a no brained. I can’t tell you how many strangers have come up to me and strike up a conversation about it, wondering what it is and what I thought. Kia has really done something.
Leasing ain't stupid if, A. you got the money and B. Why would finance a car for 2 - 3 years to then hop into another before you pay it off? Rolling over negative equity is whats dumb.
Friend of mine got one. GT1 - road tripped it ~200 miles and it was extremely comfy. Got mid 20s for mileage. I didn't drive it, but it really feels pretty planted and definitely put together well. I'm not to keen on spending $50k on a KIA, but if I had the cash, I would definitely consider.
I test drove a GT2 RWD over the weekend as I'm looking for a sport sedan as my next purchase. I'm coming from a 1992 nissan 300zx twin turbo with 360whp/350tq. The GT2 I drove went above and beyond what I was expecting, I INSTANTLY fell in love when the salesman pulled up with the GT2, and after hopping in and turning it on.. WOW the comfort, the power, the drivability, the technology.. I cant stop watching reviews and videos on this beautiful car. Next weekend I will be test driving the 2019 Infiniti q50.
Thank you for another wonderful review. I just bought a GT2 RWD in march.... it has been mind blowing EVERYDAY for me. AWD definitely should be even quicker off the line, though may be not ultimately faster overall. love your reviews, love and passion can be felt one every one of your vids bro.
Ah. This is what I've been waiting for! That actually sounds like a v8. So glad we're getting more competition to keep the Ford's/Chevy's, etc. on their toes. Looks like a very nice car. ATTENTION KIA: FREE CONSUMER ADVICE: REMOVE ALL "KIA" BADGES AND REPLACE THEM WITH JUST "STINGER."
Nice review Matt. If I was buying a car now it would be between the Mustang GT, Stinger GT, Giulia and M240i...can't decide on manual vs auto..been driving a manual WRX since 2005
Love that this car is compared with Alpha Romero and all the Germans. It's incredible. It's faster off the line than my manual C7 Corvette. Well done KIA
Setting these in person, even better! The wheel and tire combo looks really sexy in the car you're testing! Kia knocked it out of the park. FYI, those numbers for horsepower and torque are underrated! Those numbers are closer to the wheels and over 400lbs torque.
People complain about the body roll but it's wild how well setup these cars are for really tight twisty mountain roads. Took my 2019 to the NC mountains a year or so ago with my dad in his 2015 Carrera 4S (manual) and he literally couldn't keep up. Between the Stinger's superior low-end torque and torque vectoring AWD I was going through tight sections so much faster than he could muster without getting some scary oversteer. the 911 is just setup for a high-speed circuit and that's fine but translated to mostly a boring 2nd gear only experience in some of America's most amazing mountain roads. The Stinger however was more fun than even the 2015 Cayman S my dad traded for his 911...
I've heard that happening in other turbocharged cars wear when you first start them up you got to take it nice and easy don't push them too quickly. Once they warm up then you can go and push them
11:54 I believe that the bolsters are leatherette, not leather or nappa leather. Some people dig their elbows into the seat to turn themselves while getting out (in?). It must be an unconscious maneuver. A Stinger owner I read about on Stingerforum.org. had his seat replaced and within two weeks the new bolster was showing wear in exactly the same place. The shifter in the GT1 is taller for a reason: it has a very handy, cool manual gate feature that keeps the transmission in manual mode; you can either shift by bumping and pulling the stick shift, or using the paddle shifters, easily switching back and forth between them as desired. I really like my manual gate! I have no desire to give that up for drive by wire in the GT2.
Matt I’d be curious of your thoughts on the Stinger vs S5 sportback if you’ve gotten to drive one of those as well...keep up the great videos and content!
Great review. Will be waiting on your review of the Genesis G70 when it arrives next month. Might be a step up in handling from the Stinger as it is a little smaller.
Go for the GT2 more up grades plus when you get yours use the auto hold once I’m at a complete stop never have to keep my foot on the brake when your ready to go hit the gas
My Australian Stinger doesn't have ambient lighting but it does have the 360° parking cameras which totally solve the poor rear visibility and make parking in tight areas a piece of cake. Wireless phone charging is nice too though Apple Carplay and Android Auto only work via USB so wireless is kind of pointless.
We love our Stinger GT2 AWD. Took it on a 1,500 mile road trip and it was so comfortable and quiet and got 29 mpg on the whole trip, including around town about 100 miles on throttle. Considered the Giulia but I'll take the 5% less edge for practicality and to be out of the shop ;) Our 124 Spider is for the super twisty roads!
Great review, Matt! The Stinger is such a sharp car. I saw one driving the other day (in metallic red) and was shocked at how good it looked. It should sell very well.
marshall hughes it has all the colors you normally see from LED ambient (red blue, green, purple, white, maybe orange?) and you can adjust the intensity
Matt, I am hooked on this car just as you are, but I live in the Northern climate so winter driving conditions are a way of life. How would rate this car for year round winter driving say compared to an Audi A6. Thanks very much Gene
Matt, you mentioned that this was the top 2 in 4 door handling cars. What about the 2011 Panamera Turbo you reviewed a few years ago. Do you think the stinger GT is better than the Panamera Turbo? Thanks!!
I guarantee, if this had a "Audi" or Bimmer badge.. People would not stop talking about it.. The fact that it has a "Kia" badge on the hood, some people just can't get over that., it's why you still hear the stupid comments.. "YEAH, BUT it's still a Kia " I have absolutely no 2nd thoughts forking over 55k to kia, more options and less time in the service department than the other German counterparts,, I have experienced with the SXL for the last 5 years, so that's why I have full confidence in Kia., no badge whoring here.. Excellent review
I test drove a Kia Stinger GT2 .... I'll say this .... if your focus is on "BRANDING" & Image .... don't buy this car ... If you want overall performance, quality & best bang for you buck ... This car is the 'ISH & LEGIT .... Drive & ride quality is smooth .... Performance is excellent & better than the Infiniti Q50 3.0t Sport/Red Sport .... Smokes the new Acura TLX V-6 SH-AWD .... Better options at the price point than the BMW 3, 4 or 5 series as well as the Mercedes C or E series & Audi A5. Albert Biermann did the performance & quality of the Kia Stinger GT2 right
Dave Culver great comment - 100% correct. This is a true drivers cat. A pure GT. Brand buyers need not look - only true drivers. Best car out there bang for the buck +.
I leased a Ceramic Silver GT1 AWD w/ drivewise for three days / 250 miles before the deal fell apart over paint damage the dealer inflicted. I think it's a bit misleading that almost all reviewers are making blanket statements about the Stinger's performance based on the GT2 trim (LSD) with summer tires. My GT1's non-LSD rear end really got floaty / sloppy when you push it (no matter the drive mode) and the 18 inch all season's added insult to injury. It could have been the tires, but my car was also pretty unsteady when cruising at triple digit speeds. It was definitely fast as hell in a straight line and certainly looked the business, but the specific trim makes a big difference in how the Stinger drives.The fuel economy was also truly horrible, no matter the mode and the dealer treated me like I was leasing a Soul. I ended up in a Giulia Ti Sport instead, and it's worked out far better for my needs, though my previous vehicle being a MK7 could have something to do with it.
Pretty similar actually, but the Stinger is a little flatter and more composed. The CTS V-Sport is a stellar handler too and before the Stinger and Alfa, it was near the top of my sport sedan list for best handlers.
If you have money go Audi. Go stinger if you're younger than 35 and don't care about brand stigma and also don't wanna spend extra for audi. Go genesis if you're 35+ and have money.
Im cross shopping an 2021 Stinger GT2 AWD, Audi S5 Sportback and Volvo S90 R Design AWD. So I know what you mean. It all comes down to what do you feel like paying when it comes to maintenance and warranty.
It's funny you mentioned it. As I'm listening to you I'm on the Alfa Romeo website looking at the Giulia. Nice car but engine is 70 hp less and it's about $5-7K more than the Stinger GT2. Lease rate is 1% higher too.
I wonder what the resale/ trade in will be? I had an 08 Genesis 5.0. Great car awesome sound system, handling, pick up and breaking. Lost 1/2 of its value in 3 years. Made it difficult to trade.
Matt..You might be interested in knowing that the top depreciating in the market all come from Germany. At roughly 50 percent or more! Things have changed since 08, so I'm guessing this car will do better than that.
I have a 2017 Sonata right now. Great gas mileage and I drive about 15 miles in heavy Vegas traffic. I want to get a Stinger next year. The question is should I just trade in the Sonata and use the Stinger as my daily( I do have a family but we usually use the wife's SUV) or keep the Sonata and buy the Stinger as a weekend, going out type car?
Hey Matt - We love your reviews here in Texas. Would you say for the money sub 45k this is the best Family capable 4 door sports sedan in both looks, crash test, fun etc? I def want a GT, but is there any other optionyou would say is a MUST?? is AWD a Must?
FR8ZILLA PRODUCTIONS I have a GT2 RWD and I’d say unless you are like far north Texas you probably would have more fun in RWD. Handling seems lighter, and more fun. And is actually quicker in straight line, no wheel spin.
People had to be beating the hell out of this thing for the leather to look like that after 6k miles. I have the same leather in mine, 18k miles and looks brand new outside of a little color from blue jeans I've had to scrub off.
Thanks Matt, I am now the proud owner of a RWD 2019 Stinger GT1 in ceramic silver. Wanted red interior but settled for black. The RWD offers plenty of traction and for $2000 less. And in Phoenix the AWD isn't necessary. The only thing I plan to do is change out the factory exhaust which is a little lame. Keep up the good work!
i own a GT1 AWD and love the car. my only complaint is that the hatchback cant be opened from inside or remote.Why? Even the cheapest cars have a n open trunk button.
Blake Patterson stinger beats it in every department alone from sound. If you have to have a v8 then go for the scat but if you want awd and better handling along with all the goodies, the stinger is hands down the better driving car. I wanted a scat to replace my tuned taurus sho but chose a q60 Rs over it due to a few Lacking features and feeling very boaty around corners
I'd take the Stinger. The Charger is a blast but the Stinger is more luxurious which I think I'd appreciate in a daily driver, plus it's much safer. The dated platform the Charger is on means it doesn't perform well in the newer (more challenging) crash tests.
I have driven a s2000 for 10 years. Thinking about buying this vehicle since i need a more family friendly car.. and hearing anything about bad rear visibily is just laughable. Ive lived with probably half of that visibily and with no rear backup camera without any problems for a verrry long time. Lol
I've never driven the base Stinger 4 cylinder so I can't say regarding those. A base Stinger GT is still cheaper than the base Alfa though and like I say in the video, I'd pick the Stinger GT.
M1MyRifle the base Stinger is the better car. Whether it’s the 2.0 or 3.3 Stinger as Matt said both cheaper and more fun. While more fun to me anyway. I tried them all and bought the 2.0 Stinger. It’s just a matter of what trim level you want. The Alfa has reliability issues, poor dealership network, and poorly designed infotainment. It’s also better than BMW 430i and 440i as far as price and power.
It was a concern of mine. It is wide enough and even though the height is less than a typical sedan there is absolutely no issue seeing traffic behind. You can see the entire road behind you and many car lengths deep. People comment because of its appearance not because of its practical utility. Human nature.
Very nice review. Tip: Silicone spray on the door gaskets eliminates the creaking noise you mentioned. The seat bolster has been beat on hard in a press car, however it is a hot topic on kiastinger.com. Looks like the bolster needs to be avoided or it will wear.
I'm mildly obsessed with these cars.
Mildly is an understatement lol
2020 stingergt2 3.3 tt panthera metal ♥️
My buddy loves his, not the recall on his paint so much (yellow) but KIA is all over that! Repainting all metal surfaces, paying for the rental and $5K for the inconvience...and if your not happy with the repaint, they'll give you another Stinger GT of a different color, that's making things right and then some IMO!
These cars really stand out on the road! I love the Guilia Quadrifoglio for sure but coming off of an extra $38k makes you have to really think, these things are freight trains =========
I'd take a Q50S Redsport 400
Vlad Zak ever driven one? My q60rs sucks compared to this in daily driving lol
Of I didn’t have a manual Chevy ss/Holden commodore ssv redline I’d get one.
@@vz6235 I test drove both. Last month I brought home my Stinger! I was VERY disappointed by the red sport's drive quality. It was not even close
Klasse Act no other companies would do what you said like Benz bmw and all those companies would turn you down would never offer you what you mentioned Kia and Huyndai have best warranty and best customer service and I think they honour their warranty and not only that they go above the limit means they will do things not even in warranty like you just mentioned to make their customers happy
My interest in the Stinger went from 0-100 real quick. Thanks for the great video!
I got an AWD 2020 GT 2 weeks ago.Fantastic car--chose it over others because of the warranty.It also tops out at 167 which is one of the fastest cars you can buy under 60k.Also the V6 engine is so strong that You only need to use the turbos on passing or testing the power.The AWD pulls off the line like a gunshot.
Try the "custom" mode
Awd-comfort and transmission in sport. And everything else use your preference put it pulls even harder
Former BMW f30 335i M sport...Huge fan of the i-6, love the styling, feel etc. But a test drive of the BMW 340i with MPPK and then the Stinger GT2, the Stinger was the one I woke up thinking about the next morning.
Wow, that's kinda cool.
M! Can't afford. I don't feel bad with my GT2 though!😄
Bought my new 2019 GT2 RWD because of this review. So far VERY happy with my decision. Got it for 43,500. Dealers are willing to go well below MSRP on these!
Must resist!
Just got the 2019 GT2 AWD for $42500, my negotiation power is off the charts. Grats btw! This thing is a beast
True, I got a still new 2018 GT2 for 39k
Great! About to purchase a 2018 GT2 for 36K
Awesome! I am about to purchase a 2018 GT2 for 34K
Mr. Maran, I have a suggestion. You should ad the specs of the car such as engine type, hp, weight, 1/4 mile, msrp in the description below. Also, in a box in your video.
I appreciate the suggestion. I don't like to clutter up the description box too much but if more people would like to see this I can incorporate it in future videos. In my regular Review videos I always say all the specs after I do my acceleration. If you're curious on all the specs of the Stinger, you can hear them in my full review video I did last fall. It's linked at the end of this video.
I think something along the lines of what Alex on Autos does
Matt Maran Motoring love the reviews
I’ve been drooling over this car for so long. I saw one today in that nice gray color I nearly shit myself.
I think I read somewhere that these are doing very well and that most people buy the fully loaded ones over the base. Love this car, so sharp. My lease is up in a year and its going to be a tough choice between this and the new G70.
People love to hate it but every person in the driver seat can't help but love it haha great review sir. Best way to sell a Kia or understand the stinger is def to drive it
really? who hates it? I've never heard a bad comment about it
FACTZ
We have over 7,000 miles on our GT2 awd. The awd option is easily worth two grand if you want all four wheels powered due to the torque vectoring with brakes and also power. It’s a baby GTR sedan.
I’ve driven one and it’s pretty fun I didn’t expect it from a KIA but just shows how far they have come
Took it for a test drive few days ago and brought it back on empty ......new brake pads needed#$$%&#$
Kia and Hyundai are really bringing up their quality! Great review
Nice review! I have a GT w/ AWD and I absolutely love it. Was very satisfied with the Kia brand after leasing 2 Optimas so going for the Stinger was a no brained. I can’t tell you how many strangers have come up to me and strike up a conversation about it, wondering what it is and what I thought. Kia has really done something.
Chris Trudeau leasing is stupid financially.
bikephil nobody asked if it was :)
bikephil is right
Leasing ain't stupid if, A. you got the money and B. Why would finance a car for 2 - 3 years to then hop into another before you pay it off? Rolling over negative equity is whats dumb.
Watching review after review on the Stinger because I'm interested in one and everybody has praised them. Only furthers my obsession! Lol
Have you test driven one? It’s freaking surreal.
Friend of mine got one. GT1 - road tripped it ~200 miles and it was extremely comfy. Got mid 20s for mileage. I didn't drive it, but it really feels pretty planted and definitely put together well. I'm not to keen on spending $50k on a KIA, but if I had the cash, I would definitely consider.
The more you look at this car you realize how amazinv it looks and youll be attracting alot of attention along with a lot of haters. Ill take it!
Just got one yesterday and I am extremely impressed with this vehicle it has everything
I was looking for in a vehicle
I test drove a GT2 RWD over the weekend as I'm looking for a sport sedan as my next purchase. I'm coming from a 1992 nissan 300zx twin turbo with 360whp/350tq.
The GT2 I drove went above and beyond what I was expecting, I INSTANTLY fell in love when the salesman pulled up with the GT2, and after hopping in and turning it on.. WOW the comfort, the power, the drivability, the technology.. I cant stop watching reviews and videos on this beautiful car.
Next weekend I will be test driving the 2019 Infiniti q50.
What did you end up buying?
What did u like more im thinking of these 2 cars too
What did you end getting? Thinking about the same two cars. Thx
everyone i watched saying its a good car and kia has improved a lot
His smile when he floors most vehicles... Makes me smile! 😊👌🏻😎 That giggle! ☺️
Thank you for another wonderful review. I just bought a GT2 RWD in march.... it has been mind blowing EVERYDAY for me. AWD definitely should be even quicker off the line, though may be not ultimately faster overall. love your reviews, love and passion can be felt one every one of your vids bro.
Ah. This is what I've been waiting for! That actually sounds like a v8. So glad we're getting more competition to keep the Ford's/Chevy's, etc. on their toes. Looks like a very nice car. ATTENTION KIA: FREE CONSUMER ADVICE: REMOVE ALL "KIA" BADGES AND REPLACE THEM WITH JUST "STINGER."
That’s what I did. Swapped the kia badges with gt badges everywhere. Steering wheel, alll four rims front badge. Just stinger gt in the back
Nice review Matt. If I was buying a car now it would be between the Mustang GT, Stinger GT, Giulia and M240i...can't decide on manual vs auto..been driving a manual WRX since 2005
Love that this car is compared with Alpha Romero and all the Germans. It's incredible. It's faster off the line than my manual C7 Corvette. Well done KIA
Setting these in person, even better! The wheel and tire combo looks really sexy in the car you're testing! Kia knocked it out of the park. FYI, those numbers for horsepower and torque are underrated! Those numbers are closer to the wheels and over 400lbs torque.
People complain about the body roll but it's wild how well setup these cars are for really tight twisty mountain roads. Took my 2019 to the NC mountains a year or so ago with my dad in his 2015 Carrera 4S (manual) and he literally couldn't keep up. Between the Stinger's superior low-end torque and torque vectoring AWD I was going through tight sections so much faster than he could muster without getting some scary oversteer. the 911 is just setup for a high-speed circuit and that's fine but translated to mostly a boring 2nd gear only experience in some of America's most amazing mountain roads. The Stinger however was more fun than even the 2015 Cayman S my dad traded for his 911...
I've heard that happening in other turbocharged cars wear when you first start them up you got to take it nice and easy don't push them too quickly. Once they warm up then you can go and push them
11:54 I believe that the bolsters are leatherette, not leather or nappa leather. Some people dig their elbows into the seat to turn themselves while getting out (in?). It must be an unconscious maneuver. A Stinger owner I read about on Stingerforum.org. had his seat replaced and within two weeks the new bolster was showing wear in exactly the same place.
The shifter in the GT1 is taller for a reason: it has a very handy, cool manual gate feature that keeps the transmission in manual mode; you can either shift by bumping and pulling the stick shift, or using the paddle shifters, easily switching back and forth between them as desired. I really like my manual gate! I have no desire to give that up for drive by wire in the GT2.
The gt2 is Napa
Matt I’d be curious of your thoughts on the Stinger vs S5 sportback if you’ve gotten to drive one of those as well...keep up the great videos and content!
I absolutely love your review, absolutely.
Great review. Will be waiting on your review of the Genesis G70 when it arrives next month. Might be a step up in handling from the Stinger as it is a little smaller.
Seems e a big smile when you touch the accelerator comes as standard equipment.
I love mine. So much room. I keep this trunk full of stuff, and it’s perfect. I also have a trailer hitch on it and pull a motorcycle trailer easy.
Yeah will be picking up the Gt 1 in the next month or so can't wait
Same! Never in my past would I ever have thought I'd be considering a KIA of all things... But here I am possibly picking one up Monday.
Did you get it? How do you like it :)
Love mine.
Go for the GT2 more up grades plus when you get yours use the auto hold once I’m at a complete stop never have to keep my foot on the brake when your ready to go hit the gas
My Australian Stinger doesn't have ambient lighting but it does have the 360° parking cameras which totally solve the poor rear visibility and make parking in tight areas a piece of cake. Wireless phone charging is nice too though Apple Carplay and Android Auto only work via USB so wireless is kind of pointless.
Hey Damien Auto I'm thinking of buying a Stinger GT what model did you buy?
How do you get the dealer to even let you keep the car for a week? I’d love to keep a Stinger for a week.
Love how far the Koreans have come but good lord Kia needs to change their logo.
It dont really matter.
You are driving the car, not the badge.
Just replace it with Kia's Korean logo.
nino L I agree just bad marketing though
HalfDeadHuman yes of course it’s just bad marketing and doesn’t match
It keeps the price low.
Hey Matt
Great review, your smiles says it all, however once the G70 comes out it may supplant the Stinger on your short list!
I like them you touch on the stereo. To many of us that can absolutely play a factor when picking gets tight.
I LOOOOOOVE MY STINGER!!!!!!!
I would have gotten this color (Silky Silver) if Kia hadn't discontinued this color option. But i'm very happy with my Panthera Metal.
Matt great review on the Awesome Kia Stinger, A proud new Stinger owner down under in Australia.
We love our Stinger GT2 AWD. Took it on a 1,500 mile road trip and it was so comfortable and quiet and got 29 mpg on the whole trip, including around town about 100 miles on throttle. Considered the Giulia but I'll take the 5% less edge for practicality and to be out of the shop ;) Our 124 Spider is for the super twisty roads!
Paul and Rebecca K did you have the AC on? Also which drive mode?
Jonathan S yes, a/c was on for well over half the trip, speeds between 60 - 78 in eco mode, except in the city ;)
Bought a GT1 awd in this color combo. Lovin it so far!
Congrats!
Paul Black any problems or issues?
Great review, Matt! The Stinger is such a sharp car. I saw one driving the other day (in metallic red) and was shocked at how good it looked. It should sell very well.
Rob D I agree. Stinger looks the best in Chroma Red. It looks absolutely stunning in real life.
Unless you want to drift the thing the AWD is the way to go. More planted and rear biased so you get the best of both worlds..
Nice review. I believe that the ambient lighting comes in two other colors white and a pale green.
marshall hughes it has all the colors you normally see from LED ambient (red blue, green, purple, white, maybe orange?) and you can adjust the intensity
Enjoyed the review Matt:) I was driving behind one a couple days ago(sports metallic red) beautiful car...
Matt, I am hooked on this car just as you are, but I live in the Northern climate so winter driving conditions are a way of life. How would rate this car for year round winter driving say compared to an Audi A6.
Thanks very much
Gene
Matt, you mentioned that this was the top 2 in 4 door handling cars. What about the 2011 Panamera Turbo you reviewed a few years ago. Do you think the stinger GT is better than the Panamera Turbo? Thanks!!
After watching your last weekly update, I'm surprised you've never reviewed a Lexus RC F. You need to get on that!
I guarantee, if this had a "Audi" or Bimmer badge.. People would not stop talking about it.. The fact that it has a "Kia" badge on the hood, some people just can't get over that., it's why you still hear the stupid comments.. "YEAH, BUT it's still a Kia " I have absolutely no 2nd thoughts forking over 55k to kia, more options and less time in the service department than the other German counterparts,, I have experienced with the SXL for the last 5 years, so that's why I have full confidence in Kia., no badge whoring here.. Excellent review
I think this car was designed by bmw and mercedes engineers
Matt, my buddy got his Stinger GT, base w/ AWD, for $40K out the door, no brainer!
Wow yeah that's a good deal!
BASE. HAH.
Texan 214
Its not 2005 anymore.
Texan 214 I felt the same way until I actually drove one. Its actually a great car, surprisingly.
A Nissan GT-R still a Nissan 🤔 hmmm
Matt, so you prefer the Stinger over a Subaru STI?
Stinger is family car.Try and get a car seat into the Julia or more than 1 set of clubs..the Stingers hatchback closes the deal for me.
Nice review, pretty convincing... how’s it compare to it’s stablemate the g70? On paper you’d expect the G70 to have an edge, but in reality?
Hard for me to say till I drive the G70, which hopefully will happen in the next few months.
How would you compare to the golf r?
I test drove a Kia Stinger GT2 .... I'll say this .... if your focus is on "BRANDING" & Image .... don't buy this car ... If you want overall performance, quality & best bang for you buck ... This car is the 'ISH & LEGIT .... Drive & ride quality is smooth .... Performance is excellent & better than the Infiniti Q50 3.0t Sport/Red Sport .... Smokes the new Acura TLX V-6 SH-AWD .... Better options at the price point than the BMW 3, 4 or 5 series as well as the Mercedes C or E series & Audi A5. Albert Biermann did the performance & quality of the Kia Stinger GT2 right
Dave Culver great comment - 100% correct. This is a true drivers cat. A pure GT. Brand buyers need not look - only true drivers. Best car out there bang for the buck +.
How bout a head to head with the Genesis G70?
I leased a Ceramic Silver GT1 AWD w/ drivewise for three days / 250 miles before the deal fell apart over paint damage the dealer inflicted. I think it's a bit misleading that almost all reviewers are making blanket statements about the Stinger's performance based on the GT2 trim (LSD) with summer tires. My GT1's non-LSD rear end really got floaty / sloppy when you push it (no matter the drive mode) and the 18 inch all season's added insult to injury. It could have been the tires, but my car was also pretty unsteady when cruising at triple digit speeds. It was definitely fast as hell in a straight line and certainly looked the business, but the specific trim makes a big difference in how the Stinger drives.The fuel economy was also truly horrible, no matter the mode and the dealer treated me like I was leasing a Soul. I ended up in a Giulia Ti Sport instead, and it's worked out far better for my needs, though my previous vehicle being a MK7 could have something to do with it.
That's a pretty interesting car. How do you figure it compares in handling and performance to the Cadillac CTS V-Sport?
Pretty similar actually, but the Stinger is a little flatter and more composed. The CTS V-Sport is a stellar handler too and before the Stinger and Alfa, it was near the top of my sport sedan list for best handlers.
Kia Stinger GT2, Genesis G70 AWD, or an Audi S5 Sportback? I’m stuck between these!
Anthony2122 Audi duhh
If you have money go Audi. Go stinger if you're younger than 35 and don't care about brand stigma and also don't wanna spend extra for audi. Go genesis if you're 35+ and have money.
Audi
Im cross shopping an 2021 Stinger GT2 AWD, Audi S5 Sportback and Volvo S90 R Design AWD. So I know what you mean. It all comes down to what do you feel like paying when it comes to maintenance and warranty.
You look like subaruwrxfan from back in the day
Eric Jacobs Holien Bartholomew not sure if serious
markdafunky1 he does look like him
@@BodhiBodesSchuyler it is. He changed the name of the channel
It's funny you mentioned it. As I'm listening to you I'm on the Alfa Romeo website looking at the Giulia. Nice car but engine is 70 hp less and it's about $5-7K more than the Stinger GT2. Lease rate is 1% higher too.
So all these years later, I understand you have a family now, would you still buy one?
I wonder what the resale/ trade in will be? I had an 08 Genesis 5.0. Great car awesome sound system, handling, pick up and breaking. Lost 1/2 of its value in 3 years. Made it difficult to trade.
Matt MacPherson it's a Kia, so resale will suck.
Matt..You might be interested in knowing that the top depreciating in the market all come from Germany. At roughly 50 percent or more! Things have changed since 08, so I'm guessing this car will do better than that.
Matt MacPherson I’d assume not great, but will be great as CPO/used cars
My 2019 2.0t is creaky when it is hot from sitting in the sun and then i start driving and have the AC going.
I have a 2017 Sonata right now. Great gas mileage and I drive about 15 miles in heavy Vegas traffic. I want to get a Stinger next year. The question is should I just trade in the Sonata and use the Stinger as my daily( I do have a family but we usually use the wife's SUV) or keep the Sonata and buy the Stinger as a weekend, going out type car?
I'd daily drive the Stinger. It's a pretty luxurious and comfortable car, and can do both the daily drive and the weekend stuff really well.
@@MattMaranMotoring Thank you
I've watched your reviews.....CPO S7, cts-v or the stinger gt as best value?
matt..this or a used Chevy Ss manual for a family of 5?
When are you gonna review the G70?
As soon as Genesis sends me one or a local owner offers one.
Hey matt! i would love for you to review a 2018 q50s just got mine last week! I appreciate your time! love the vids
Congrats on yours! I already did a 2016 Red Sport: th-cam.com/video/reZQyrU0sTI/w-d-xo.html
thank you so much! appreciate your time in replying!
Hey Matt - We love your reviews here in Texas. Would you say for the money sub 45k this is the best Family capable 4 door sports sedan in both looks, crash test, fun etc? I def want a GT, but is there any other optionyou would say is a MUST?? is AWD a Must?
FR8ZILLA PRODUCTIONS I have a GT2 RWD and I’d say unless you are like far north Texas you probably would have more fun in RWD. Handling seems lighter, and more fun. And is actually quicker in straight line, no wheel spin.
A little late to the party, but how does this compare to the Chevy SS's you've driven?
It's faster
People had to be beating the hell out of this thing for the leather to look like that after 6k miles. I have the same leather in mine, 18k miles and looks brand new outside of a little color from blue jeans I've had to scrub off.
It’s just a well put together car 👍🏽👍🏽
Love my Chevy ss but if they release one of these with a manual there could be a problem.
Matt, would you recommend RWD or AWD for a Stinger GT owner in Arizona?
I'd definitely go RWD if you're in Arizona unless you plan to travel to snowy places in it.
Thanks Matt, I am now the proud owner of a RWD 2019 Stinger GT1 in ceramic silver. Wanted red interior but settled for black. The RWD offers plenty of traction and for $2000 less. And in Phoenix the AWD isn't necessary. The only thing I plan to do is change out the factory exhaust which is a little lame. Keep up the good work!
GT1 has a better dedicated manual mode with that other shifter.. You slide it to the left and it will hold manual mode much better
A staggered tire setup on an AWD car. Interesting. Lighter steering feel?
Wow great review and great camera/video quality! I really enjoyed the Rolling footage of the car and showing the outside of it!
Matt, how would you compare this to the ATS-V sedan you test drove?
i own a GT1 AWD and love the car. my only complaint is that the hatchback cant be opened from inside or remote.Why? Even the cheapest cars have a n open trunk button.
So if you had to pick one or the other, would you choose this or a Scatpack Charger??
Blake Patterson stinger beats it in every department alone from sound. If you have to have a v8 then go for the scat but if you want awd and better handling along with all the goodies, the stinger is hands down the better driving car. I wanted a scat to replace my tuned taurus sho but chose a q60 Rs over it due to a few Lacking features and feeling very boaty around corners
I'd take the Stinger. The Charger is a blast but the Stinger is more luxurious which I think I'd appreciate in a daily driver, plus it's much safer. The dated platform the Charger is on means it doesn't perform well in the newer (more challenging) crash tests.
The Stinger, but if you love V8s and the Challengers looks then go for it
Oh definitely the Charger if you want a heavier, less refined, and worse handling car.
Wedow they are working on a V8 Stinger
I have driven a s2000 for 10 years. Thinking about buying this vehicle since i need a more family friendly car.. and hearing anything about bad rear visibily is just laughable. Ive lived with probably half of that visibily and with no rear backup camera without any problems for a verrry long time. Lol
Great review Matt, keep up the good work
I'm sold!
Kia should but this chasis and engine in a coupe. Keep the weight at 3500lbs and rwd. Maybe GTR competitor as far as tuning capability and even AWD🤔🤔
..and now that the G70 is out, which one do you recommend?
Hey Matt, I enjoy your reviews but I had a question. In base form, would you take the Alfa or the Stinger?
I've never driven the base Stinger 4 cylinder so I can't say regarding those. A base Stinger GT is still cheaper than the base Alfa though and like I say in the video, I'd pick the Stinger GT.
M1MyRifle the base Stinger is the better car. Whether it’s the 2.0 or 3.3 Stinger as Matt said both cheaper and more fun. While more fun to me anyway. I tried them all and bought the 2.0 Stinger. It’s just a matter of what trim level you want. The Alfa has reliability issues, poor dealership network, and poorly designed infotainment. It’s also better than BMW 430i and 440i as far as price and power.
Waiting for that bullitt review:)
Wonder what you’ll think about the G70 it’s even lighter
Is rear window a problem? It's definitely smaller than usual. So how is view out of it??
It was a concern of mine. It is wide enough and even though the height is less than a typical sedan there is absolutely no issue seeing traffic behind. You can see the entire road behind you and many car lengths deep. People comment because of its appearance not because of its practical utility. Human nature.
I'm not sure if they've fixed the rattly hatch problem yet in the newer models, but I want someone to talk about it more.
Very nice review. Tip: Silicone spray on the door gaskets eliminates the creaking noise you mentioned. The seat bolster has been beat on hard in a press car, however it is a hot topic on kiastinger.com.
Looks like the bolster needs to be avoided or it will wear.
Is it a stop to start meaning dose it turn off when you stop at light then turn on. When hit the gas I dont like that faulty technology
Hi Matt did u notice any interior rattles in ur week of driving?
You change the ambient lighting thru menu.
Hey Matt, If you're impressed with this, just think about how much more impressed you'll be with the G70!
47k and my leather looks great in the GT1. Maybe not as supple as the Napa, but perhaps it’s more durable.
Would you buy this or a Charger scatpack?!
@Silver N Black Mopar you would pick a Dodge over this vehicle are you insane
Have you drove the 4cl turbo much? I'm considering one of those since the GT is out of my price range.
Never drove the 4 cylinder, hoping to review one at some point this year. It sounds like a great package for the price too.