2020 Kia Stinger Customer Reviews
What customers like
Power, Styling, Seat Comfort
What they don't
Cabin Noise, Braking, Cost to Maintain
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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
Power
This car has a tremendous power for the average driver.
Cons
Cabin Noise
Something in the back rattles a lot.
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
Pros
Styling
looks like the price should have been double
Power
great acceleration
Fuel Economy
pretty good on mpg
Cons
Cabin Noise
a little on the noisy side
Braking
brakes could be a tiny bit better
Pros
Power
Has the power to get up and go when you need it
Fuel Economy
Gets excellent fuel economy
Seat Comfort
Heated seats and very comfortable
Cons
Technology and Entertainment
Don't like the fact that you have to pay for options that come standard on most car apps
Cabin Noise
Sometimes get that windy noise on the inside while driving
Cargo Space
You can always use a little more space