What People Don't Know About The Kia Stinger
What People Don't Know About The Kia Stinger...
Today I had the pleasure of finally driving a car I waited a LONG time to drive, the AMAZING Kia Stinger GT1. The Kia Stinger GT1 is a twin-turbo all-wheel-drive cruiser that packs a serious punch, and with no doubt will put a smile on your face. What do you think of the Kia Stinger? Would you buy one over an Audi S5, BMW M3 or M4, or Mercedes? Let me know in the comments down below! 👇
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Best and most enthusiastic review I've seen so far - and I've watched a ton of 'em. As a Stinger GT2 AWD owner - the vid packs in everything I love about the car. I loved the Optima EX I traded in to buy the Stinger...and don't regret a moment of the swap. Stinger puts a smile on my face everytime I take it out - and it's one of those rare cars I park, walk away...and turn back to look at it again.
thsts how i feel about my opitima right now tho its so cleanj but im getting a stinger i got to
@@kingceez5982 You won't regret unloading the Optima once you get the Stinger.
I do the same
@@kingceez5982 Definitely. But be prepared to talk to people who inevitably approach and ask questions about the Stinger. I get it all the time. And loads of compliments. I re-badged mine which causes many people to ask, "What is it?" and I often let them guess a few times before I tell them.
I've got a 19 gt2 awd, and it's the funnest car I've ever driven. And the looks and comments are a daily thing. It's truly a rare car.
My Mother-in-law has a 2020 GT2 and I've driven it, I can say that these cars are definitely an experience to be had. Well done Kia.
She needs a new guy to go with her taste in cars. Or should I say chauffeur..
This video makes me even more proud of my stinger gt 🥰
how long have have it?
down here australia, they are the police new fleet of cars... they go hard for a korean brand...
No way that’s awesome 😂😂
@@Kevin-eo8kp True, in certain states they drive Stingers. In other states they use an M5 although I have heard the ones that drive the M5 would prefer the Stinger. Some undercover officers also use the Cerato GT here in Oz which are also fantastic. I know, I had one before my Stinger GT
I guess I’m applying for the Australian police force. -me, an Filipino born American citizen
Wow, interesting.
That's badass!
its time to give kia a chance now as they gave us alot of choices...
The forte GT is quite fun go get it
I have a 2019 KIA K900 and I've gotten so many compliments on the car, and most people can't even believe my car is a KIA.
Taylor Bee we have the forte GT and it’s great. It’s got the most options and speed of anything in its price range and it’s pretty fun to drive. It’s my wife’s car and now I’m getting the GT2 stinger. Never thought we’d be a two Kia family but there you go.
im gonna get the 2021 forte5 gt limited..much better than the honda hatchback sport touring as my opinion..and for the price..forte5 is a great deal
@@piersoncomposer Good taste! The Stinger is a beautiful car, too bad people are still stuck in the past and can't recognize great cars by Kia/Hyundai.
Got a 2020 GT2 last summer and it met its first quality 50cm 2 days of snowfall a couple of days ago. The parking lot where it has been sitting had snow as deep as the bumpers. I was kind of anxious about how well it will handle it, but it showed very little trouble lowing through the snow (have blizzak tires). There were SUV’s, trucks (even a road sander) and all kinds of cars that got stuck, but not the stinger. Even the worst deep snow rutted roads it just seem to play with. I am now truly impressed with this car and glad I got it.
Thats due to tgose blizzak tires more than the car itself. If those other vehicles were on blizzaks they would not have been stuck either, those tires are that good.
The hatch back is awesome btw. I use it a lot. I fold down the seats, and can carry furniture, etc. it’s really great. Best GT car I’ve ever driven.
the Stinger would sell tons more if they did a little more advertising to different markets. Seems like 100% of their ads are actually youtube reviews except when it first launched. They could totally target people considering WRX/STI, Mustang/Camaro/Challenger/Charger, and even folks shopping for nice CUV's or even the Tesla Model S. Most of it's buyers are of those demos, not many actually come from BMW/Audi from what I've seen.
Tesla Model 3 is a better comparison, but yea Kia just hasn't been able to grab the "muscle car" or performance market. Most people in that market are badge snobs or "I only buy American!" types.
thata the beauty in it, most people don't deserve to know🤫
They did a ton of advertising when it came out. Mostly sporting events.
This was a great video. I just retired looking for my last sports car. You know, the 20 year old car you find in a barn with really low miles. lol Spouse is a big Kia fan she is due for new in 22, double purchase????
As a Stinger GT2 AWD owner, I want a Kia Sorento with the Stinger drivetrain.
Keep uploading bro, underated hig quality videos
“The KIA Stinger is what a big GT Cruiser should be without the brand name mark up” You nailer it! BMW, Mercedes, Audi and Porsche have dominated that segment for decades and taking advantage to bump prices since there were no other alternatives. KIA is given them a run for their money. Especially considering the cheap maintenance cost, initial purchase price plus long warranty this is definitely the best choice.
this is a great video!! I love the review of the car! a review of a car the normal person can own ! keep the content flowing! much respect brother!
Got mine a couple months ago, and I love it. Awesome video too!!
Nice car, goood review! Nice touch with the drone footage!!
Love my 2020 GT1! I commute to lots of different hospitals in the NOVA/DC area and this thing is literally the best daily driver for a car enthusiast like myself. Gas mileage is advertised as 22/25 but I get 27 on the highway often. It handles well and looks amazing and has loads of space.
Bought my limited Edison deep blue chroma 2020 gt AWD a month ago and love it
Have a 2019 GT1...10 months old with 18000 miles and no issues. Just be aware, the GT1 has a true manual mode missing in the GT2. This was the sweet spot on 2019. Road trip of 6700 miles...average almost 29 mpg on the road and not babying it, either. Smart mode on long highway drives is incredible. I am “stung and stunned”........
I've got the same car. It's awesome. I honestly think a manual would ruin what this car is - as much as I miss driving a manual. I think the only thing it's truly missing is a limited-slip rear differential. (GT1 AWD)
I really like the size of this with the hatch. It's the sportiest styling of a large sedan/hatchback that I've seen. It stomps on the Panamera in terms of exterior design, imo.
I've got a 2020 GT1 and its the most fun car ive ever driven
Plot twist - That GT1 is the only sport sedan he's ever driven. 😭
Loving my 2019 Stinger! Everyone ask what car is that? Or even think its a Maserati. Great video!
Just watched your video. Loved it. I too share the same B-Day. I picked up my 2019 Kia Stinger GTS on my B-Day. I LOVE it. Couldn't be happier with it. It really is a great car that is underrated. I have done so much too it so far. With lots more to do in the future. Thanks for the video.😃
I have the neon orange 2021 stinger limited edition and it's amazing. Everything from looks to performance to audio. I'm loving it
I just bought a 2021 Stinger GT-Line and it's super fun to drive and definitely gets the looks! I can only imagine what the GT-1 and GT-2 owners must be experiencing!
Had my gt1 for over two years. Love it! Best car ive owned to date.
did it work good all time no problem?
Gonna order my Stinger GT 2021 model probably in april. Can`t wait.
Owner of a 2018 Stinger GT1. People still keep coming up to me and ask about the car. They can't believe it's a Kia and love the looks. I tell them it's incredibly practical, reliable, and genuinely fun to drive. Previous owner of a B8 S4 and B8.5 S5. The Kia is hands down the best car I've owned so far. I hope Kia makes a second generation, I would definitely be a Stinger loyalist.
This was a very well made and entertaining video to watch. And happy belated birthday to you! 😀
Have a 2019 GT2 AWD Limited and just love it!!!
Good review...a lot of bang for the buck!
Great video and pacing!
im test driving one tomorrow. his video got me very excited!!!!
I purchased a 2020 GT2 last mth and I love it! Changed the Kia badges to the E badges and I can tell when people are trying to figure out what kind of car it is. I actually look forward to waking up in the morning to drive it to work lol
As a very proud and happy Stinger GT owner, I approve this Video. The Stinger is outstanding! It's beautiful, it's fast, it's comfortable, and it handles so well. It's also very reliable, i have a 2019 as well and now I wanna trade it for a 2021 model.. 😁❤
Its amazing i have the 2021 stinger gt. And im in love with you and don't regret nothing
There are no changes to the 2021 model. All the updates that have been reported are pending on the 2022 version out next year
@@rc7016 more HP and the Taillights are different
@@MrChosenOne757 How exactly? Its the exact same engine. 3.3L twin turbo V6 with 365HP. Even the 2022 model is going to have the same engine although its stated it will have 7 more HP due to a more aggressive exhaust. The 2018-2021 are all virtually the same.
@@rc7016 I'm just trolling only difference to me is the Taillights 😂
We're not selling as much as we would like but the rate of sales is up at my dealership
The 2021 Stinger will join the current Telluride in my garage next year.
@@dalex7777 bruh that would be so sick. new stinger looks so awesome
dont worry Taylor Bee we be selling more here soon cuz elections almost over lol
just got a 2020 stinger. best experience i ever had so far :) .
Any cons so far?
@@cdiaz567 if i see snow i am out there ☺️
Great choice in car.
have you had any problem so far?
Sounds like you have the same pair of cars I have, a stinger (gt2) and a vette. Love both cars and the stinger puts a daily driver practical smile on my face just slightly less than the manual transmission vette. Good review and enjoy your cars.
Beautiful vid my boy!! Love the stinger you made me love it more 👌😎
Love the stinger
I have the 3.3 GT in the UK in ceramic Grey and I love it, I get people everyday commenting how great the car looks, and it turns heads when going down any road.
I have the same exact model and color! It’s so badass! I always catch people looking at it when they are walking through crosswalks in front of me at a light. I constantly get people at gas stations asking me what car it is and telling me how much they love it. More importantly, I LOVE IT! It’s so fun to drive. I kept up with a motorcycle this afternoon on the freeway, not even pushing it. I looked down for a fraction second to see how fast I was going and was shocked to see I was go 110mph around a gradual turn! I slowed down immediately. But not at all because the car felt like it was slipping or anything. It was planted and performing like I was going 70mph. It’s honestly a great car! I drove the Genesis G70 as well when I was looking around before I bought the stinger and the G70 does drive better ( handles and brakes better). But it’s a smaller car and makes sense. The stinger still drives amazing and you have MUCH more room for less money. It’s a no brained. Just rebadge it for a couple bucks and people think it’s an exotic. I also tinted my windows and plasti dipped all the “smoked Crome” accents of the car. Honestly looks way more aggressive and mean now. Love it, love it, love it!
my goodness your videos are entertaining. keep goin man!
I really appreciate it Casey thank you very much! 🤙🤙🤙
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This my second stinger. First GT1 , now with the GT2. It's even better. Thank you your good and true review!!
Damn! 2 Stingers! U r like a God!! Lol
Great review. Beautiful car
Your review is just spot on,i mean absolutely spot on
This was a lot of fun. Very good video. Very witty, you are!
Fantastic Review & Fantastic Vehicle. Stinger is amazing. Keep up the great work !!
Excellent review man....
I just got a K5 and working my way up to a Stinger like car. I might get the Stinger next!
Won't regret it either
There's aren't things I didn't know - but am glad to be reminded of. I'm still not a huge fan of the Kia Stinger, but I can still appreciate it for what it is.
Great. Video going to test drive one tomorrow
I sold my Jeep SRT8 to get my ceramic silver GT1 Stinger. It really is a fun car and I'm surprised there aren't more on the road. It builds power so quickly. It is roomy, decent MPG, and plenty of usable performance.
I have the 2018 Kia Stinger twin turbo engine..blue color, v6. I love it. It’s fast. It still get looks and compliments.
Great review!
Nice video. I went to look at the stinger today. You might have me sold on it. Haha
Just traded in my m3 for a yellow stinger. Liking it alot so far!
I bought my baby momma one and I want hers instead of my Genesis g80 😂
@@johnhunt9674 sold my G80 sport and picked up a stinger. I regret nothing. The G80 is a nice ride, very luxurious but always felt sluggish, heavy, and not refined. The stinger is everything I wanted out of the G80s 3.3t.
@@GgAcE I've got the 5.0. Nothing about it feels sluggish. The stinger is absolutely funner and has better handling and its a bit quicker. I might pull the trigger on the new updated model.
@@GgAcE yeah her stinger is just a bit faster than the 5.0 genesis. The genesis is so god damn heavy but i love the interior a lot more and it's a really smooth ride all the time. Plus i have exhaust cutouts on mine so nothing beats that loud v8 sound. But I'll likely get a new stinger in maybe a year or two. Probably my favorite car right now.
@@johnhunt9674 I will agree that the genesis interior was certainly more "expensive" in the sense you knew you were in something nice. The stinger isn't bad honestly. I love the design on the air vents. I also wish kia had more exciting paint options as my G80 was "polar ice" blue. Something different but now all I see is the ceramic grays or black stingers. The ONLY reason I went with the sport over the 5.0 at the time of launch was that sexy ass front grill. I loved everything about the G80 sport front end. I was willing to give up the 5.0 exhaust sounds just to have it haha.
Great honest review, I'm subscribed, respects from South Africa
Appreciate it brotha! 🙌
I get so many compliments in this thing. I've had mine since the first release. The look on peoples face when I tell them the power it has is better then the looks you get with a bmw, mercedes or audi.
Bullshit...it gets beat an m340i...
@@kwamebrown6041 lmao I doubt it, I also spent 13k less so I'd rather have this then a bmw because I need to make my dick look big with a brand
@@joemenna1234 the only stingers that are somewhat fast are the AWD.the RWD get gapped by everything....and any other AWD cars clap the stinger...plenty videos of that...
I subscribed because as soon as I saw the thumbnail for this channel I knew everything I needed to know
I've had one for a couple of years now hard to find fault with it. Pretty fun and comfy, damn fast.
Just got into a no-fault accident and my manual Jetta was totaled... can't afford the Stinger yet but living vicariously through this video until I can buy one! :)
I get to finally say the same thing. I saw one of the concepts and thought this could be cool then the 2018 model came and I knew I'd have this car one day. Now I finally get to drive my 2022 gt2. Best feeling ever
I love my stringer! It turn heads all the time
YOU SOLD THIS CAR FOR ME!!! I was leaning towards Mazda 6 Carbon Edition, but now it’s this KIA!!! Thanks a lot!
Excellent review and most enjoyable. I had a Cerato GT here in Oz and that was a brilliant car. Traded it in for my Stinger and love it to death. I did research the cost of an equivalent German car with similar specs and equipment and it would have cost me almost double the price here in Oz. Whilst the German cars are excellent, in terms of performance, standard equipment, driving experience, quality, price and warranty, as a total package, it is Stinger first, daylight second, then the rest. This is a fantastic car and I am so glad to have one. Kia and Hyundai / Genesis are making world class cars and it is very hard to go past them.
My cerato was written off in a 5 car accident, straight in to order the Stinger the next day. 😂
Do the Munchkins get out of the way on the yellow brick road when driving your stinger in Oz 🤔
My wife went from the Turbo Optima to this, her new love. I wanted her to get the A5, but the look of the Stinger GT1... then the test drive i had no chance. It is a Fun car!
Just bought a 2021 gt2. Best car ive ever had. Traded in a 2017 bmw 435I m sport pkg. I love the stinger.
6 years into mine (same spec paint and interior color as the video), and I still love it as much as it was new.
I have mine since 2018. Love the car.
Awesome review glad i baught one
Had a mustang, was a hit magnet. So I got a truck, now I feel so slow. Time for my one true love, getting a Kia Stinger GT!
Awesome video, just bought a gt 2 with the scorpion package about a month ago…so much fun to drive!!!
This was one of the best Kia Stinger reviews I've seen on youtube and I've watched almost ALL of them.
Do you use it as your daily?
I bought a 2020 same color scheme and it's amazing
You made me laugh with this review brother!! 1st time i ever watched you! Fantabulous!! Oh & this KIA Stinger looks badass too!! 😂✊😎💕 I love my 2019 Porsche Red KIA Soul+ & I am looking to the future of my next KIA & this is looking great!!
thinking ab a stinger while i’m living in vegas, then realized that i was watching you drive around my hometown in new hampshire. crazy coincidence
This is the exact color combo I want. Looking forward to a test drive
I have a Gt 2 ceramic gray and red leather I get more looks then with my BMW feels great driving it test drive one and you will buy it
I have a grey gt2 with red seats, it's perfect for me, and I've smoke plenty of stangs, challengers, and chargers, you gotta get the top trims in those cars to compete with a twin turbo stinger.
I’m saving for an orange 20 at the end of the year !! Can’t wait
This car got me in the dealership , never thought I’d ever walk in but I’m in love with mine. 1st gen purchased 2/18 tuned modded and warrantied. Hold and undefeated title have earned the respect of many from vettes to S4 and I eat mustangs for a warm up. If your thinking about getting one and ur a car person buy it you won’t be disappointed !
May I ask what mods do you have ? I just got mine
Great video! Just picking up a GT1 white with the red interior!! Woo hoo!!
I have the same Stinger and just Love it❣️❣️
have you had any problem with it?
Stinger and Veloster N are truly amazing vehicles from Kia & Hyundai. Highly recommended
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Just bought me a 2021 kia stinger gt1, im in love with it
Sounds awsome man, is that the original exhaust?
That is why doug demuro bought stinger.. he loves it..
Subbed definitely like the content
Picked up my 2020 GT1 Ceramic Gray with Red int a couple weeks ago......absolutely love this car!!!! 👍
Great review bro
Excellent review
Bought a used 2018 GT2 about 2 months ago. I love it so much! Curious to see how it does this winter
dont forget to get you wipers up b4 a snow/ice storm cz you're going to regret not letting them up beforhand. also make sure to drain your windshield washer bcz the motor and the washer tank are separated by a heath stop so if its freezing it wont melt the motor dont heat it enough. talking from experiance
I got mine a year ago love it, you can't beat it, fun to drive and I get 32 miles per gallon... 2.0 awd
I’ve had one since early 2018. It is a truly amazing car. The Kia service experience for me has not been good, but then again it’s better than I ever experienced with BMW. But it doesn’t touch Audi, Infiniti, or VW, all of which were way better for me. Luckily, this car is very reliable, and I rarely have to take it in. I haven’t looked back. I highly recommend this car. It’s a massive bargain after discounts, and frankly, if it wasn’t for its quick loss in resale, it would be well worth the MSRP.
The resale value for the big name BMW,MERCS, AUDI ect is atrocious, they are a bottomless pit secondhand, unreliable and expensive to maintain...
Can't wait to grab mind this year!
GREAT VIDEO!
My 2016 SXL optima has paddle shifters, and gets looks when I drive around. I’m trading it in for a 2020 Cadenza, 2021 Stinger, or K5. Amazing video though:)
Just bought a used 2020 Stinger GT2 AWD after having my 2020 Challenger R/T totaled after a rear end pile up in the snow. I was so nervous about leaving my Mopar fam I had a 2015 Charger as well, but dang this car did not disappoint! To have a car that is way more functional with all the room, luxury, AWD and the beast under the hood (that is actually faster than my R/T) is just amazing! It’s so dang fun to drive! I have no regrets! I was a Kia skeptic before owning this car, now I’m hooked! The only thing I can’t believe is it doesn’t have a remote start! Must have that added. Also replacing the old ugly Kia badges! Mine is micro blue! Gorgeous color for this Grammy of 3! Can’t wait to drive to the grocery store now!😂
Man we just got one, I can’t put this car into words, it’s absolutely amazing!
no problems yet?
@@mattiasthenotoriousnilsson7375 none so far the car just hit a thousand miles the other day so I can’t really talk 😂
@@mattiasthenotoriousnilsson7375ooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo
I’m starting to save up for an orange stinger, I am so excited!!!
Absolutely love my '18 Stinger GT2 with Agency Power intakes, Jb4 tuned, ARK midpipes and Catback, Go Fast Bits BOVs....pushing a solid 450hp to the wheels 😏😏
Running similar mods on my 2020 GT1 I concur, the power output from a few mods is insane. JB4 is awesome, running Map 4 and E30 blended. Running just over 19 PSI.
Loving mine since 2018.
Thank you very much for this review. I believe, this car deserves more Promotion, because it is really very good product. I am driving my GT version almost 2 years and I really can't complain. I changed from Audi A6 and I am really satisfied. Kind regards to all Stinger lovers :)
I'm actually glad the promo has been mild; I enjoy driving a vehicle that isn't super popular