Used 2018 Kia Stinger GT2 Sedan Review
Consumer reviews
Read what other owners think about the 2018 Kia Stinger GT2 Sedan.
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Test Drive
Matt K, Miami, FL, 12/26/2017
2018 Kia Stinger GT2 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
Okay. So I have been waiting for this car to arrive for almost 1 year. I test drove the GT1 and really liked it. This is a really nice sports sedan. I compared the features and performance to the A5 sport-back (the other car I am considering). This car far exceeds the Audi. The only item I preferred that the Audi has is a full digital instrument cluster. But that is really not a … deal breaker for me. Even though the car just came out, the dealership I was working with was fine in selling me the car at $750 over their cost. I will be looking to purchase the car on Jan 2, 2018.
Best Car I've ever owned.
Robert Campbell, Ocala, FL, 06/06/2018
2018 Kia Stinger GT2 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
Not only will this car blow the doors off of almost anything but it's sleek, stylish, comfortable and is a head turner. I added aftermarket front and rear spoilers, canards and diffuser in the rear. I replaced the Kia badges with the Korean badges that are a stylized "E". Guess what? Nobody knows what it is, they ask me if it cost $100,000. I'm not afraid to tell them it's a Kia but I … like to keep them guessing. Pull into a convenience store and people will start stopping and staring. It's a beautifully designed and crafted car. I've owned a bunch of cars but never one that performs as good as it looks, like this one does.
KIA got a winner on their hands!
Clayton T., Malibu, CA, 05/29/2018
2018 Kia Stinger GT2 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
Test drive and you'll fall in love with the car.
Edmunds Summary Review of the 2018 Kia Stinger GT2 Sedan
Pros & Cons
- Pro:Sporty and graceful appearance stands out
- Pro:Entertaining levels of performance
- Pro:Refined interior with hatchback utility
- Pro:Generous warranty coverage
- Con:Limited space for rear-seat passengers
- Con:Ride quality can get a little jittery at times
Which Stinger does Edmunds recommend?
The 2018 Kia Stinger is at its best when it has the performance to back up its sporty appearance. As such, we recommend the more potent GT with its V6 engine. Stick with the classic rear-wheel-drive powertrain unless you live in a region with frequent bad weather. The standard Stinger GT has enough additional features to skip the GT1 and GT2 upgrades. We like that all of the advanced safety features are available throughout the lineup.
Full Edmunds Review: 2018 Kia Stinger Sedan
Driving
8.5The Stinger GT has performance chops to back up its striking looks. Acceleration is strong at any speed, and the engine is well-behaved when you aren't hammering the pedal. Handling and steering are great at this price point. Paddle shifters won't keep the transmission in manual mode indefinitely.
Comfort
8.0The sport seats keep you in place and have many adjustments but aren't comfortable for everyone. The ride is amicable, even in Sport mode, and exterior noise is filtered out. Heated front seats are standard (as is a heated steering wheel on AWD models), but heated rear seats aren't available at all.
Interior
7.0The Stinger isn't a small car, but it feels tight inside. Rear passengers have the toughest time, with a low roof and limited toe room. Rear visibility is not as good as in other midsize sedans. The driver has it the best, with an excellent seating position and ergonomic control layout.
Utility
8.5There's more space in the Stinger's cargo area than any like-minded sedans, though it's smaller in size than the Buick Regal Sportback and the BMW 3 Series GT. The rear seats don't quite drop flat, but the high pivot point means you won't have to move the front seats forward to fold them.
Technology
8.5The Stinger is brimming with tech, starting with a sharp touchscreen and standard Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility. A suite of the latest driving aids is available, and it doesn't cost too much on trims where it isn't standard. Destination input strangely doesn't use predictive text.
Edmunds Insurance Estimator
The Edmunds TCO® estimated monthly insurance payment for a 2018 Kia Stinger in North Carolina is:
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