2022 Kia Stinger Model Review with Prices, Photos, & Specs

Key Features

• Starting at $36,090 MSRP*
• Standard 2.5-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine with 300 horsepower and 311 lb-ft of torque
• Available 3.3-liter twin-turbo V6 engine with 368 horsepower and 376 lb-ft of torque
• Your choice of rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive configurations

• Standard leather seating surfaces or optional hand-stitched Nappa leather
• Optional Brembo® vented disc brakes with quad-piston front calipers and dual-piston rear calipers
• Optional staggered 19-inch alloy wheels with performance tires
• 0-60 time of 4.7 seconds with a top speed of 167 MPH

About the Kia Stinger

Striking design, premium amenities, and potent performance help illustrate that the Kia Stinger was engineered as a true Grand Touring sedan. Bold rear-wheel drive proportions combined with a sleek fastback profile help give the Stinger an instantly-recognizable appearance. Step inside and you'll find yourself surrounded by luxurious accents including satin chrome trim, metal-ringed gauges, and aircraft-style spoked vents. Your choice of two available turbocharged engines mated to a responsive second-generation 8-speed automatic transmission with 5 individual drive modes will help invigorate your commute behind the wheel of the Stinger. Accessing your favorite apps and media is effortless thanks to available Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration. The new paradigm of gran turismo, the Kia Stinger is an entirely different breed of sports sedan.

What The Critics Say

"For drivers in single-minded pursuit of straight-line speed, the Stinger GT does not disappoint. The Stinger has mastered straight-line speed and the last version we tested returned solid numbers during our track testing.” - Car and Driver

"With either engine, the 2022 Stinger is a true sports sedan (although the sedan part is arguable). There’s poise and grip, both of which are amplified by all-wheel drive and the GT2’s adaptive suspension. Yet it can also handle commutes and long trips with comfort and serenity."-- Market Watch

What’s New for 2022

The Kia Stinger is thoroughly revised for 2022. Outside, you’ll find subtle styling tweaks that make a gorgeous car look even better. Inside, material quality has improved, moving the Kia Stinger upmarket in a way that is sure to frustrate some of its German competition. Adjustable ambient lighting is also new, as well as a larger 10.25-inch center touchscreen with navigation.

The big news, however, is under the hood. The 2022 Stinger’s base engine is a new 2.5 liter turbocharged four-cylinder, good for an impressive 300 horsepower and 311 lb/ft of torque. That’s good for a 5.2 second 0-60 time. Kia engineers didn’t ignore the larger 3.3 liter twin-turbo V6 – a new variable exhaust system bumps horsepower up to 368.

Kia Stinger Features

Blistering Performance

Get your adrenaline pumping with your choice of a standard 2.5-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine with 300 horsepower or an optional 3.3-liter twin-turbo V6 which cranks out 368 horsepower with a governed top speed of 167 MPH. Offering more power than the Audi S5 Sportback, BMW 440i Gran Coupe, and Infiniti Q50 -- the Stinger is ready to take on the competition. The Stinger GT offers an impressive 0-60 acceleration time of only 4.7 seconds -- faster than a six-cylinder Porsche Panamera.

As the first Kia sedan offered with rear- or all-wheel drive, the Stinger can excel in any type of climate. Featuring a new Dynamic Torque Vectoring Control system which monitors driver inputs and automatically applies power and braking force accordingly, the AWD system on the Stinger is rear-wheel biased for optimal control in the wet or dry. Standard high-performance Brembo® disc brakes featuring quad-piston front calipers and dual-piston rear calipers provide superior stopping power.

Cutting Edge Safety

With so much power and capability at your fingertips, it’s refreshing to know that the Kia Stinger cocoons you inside of a safe structure designed to protect you and those you love most in an accident. In fact, the 2022 Kia Stinger has been lauded by both the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). The NHTSA awarded the Stinger a five-star overall crash safety rating, while the IIHS has bestowed the prestigious TOP SAFETY PICK+ award on the new model. In addition, a full suite of driver-assistance features are available, giving you peace of mind in an uncertain world.

Trims & Specs

Stinger GT-Line

• Starting at $36,090 MSRP*
• 2.5L twin-scroll turbo gasoline direct injection 4-cylinder engine (300 HP / 311 lb-ft TQ)
• UVO eServices with 7-inch touchscreen and Apple CarPlay® / Android Auto
• Heated leather-trimmed front seats
• Rear View Monitor with Parking Guidance
• Dual Zone — Full Automatic Temperature Control with rear vents

Stinger GT1

• Starting at $43,690 MSRP*
• 3.3L twin turbo gasoline direct injection V6 engine (368 HP / 376 lb-ft TQ)
• Harman Kardon® premium audio surround-sound system with 15 speakers
• Power sunroof
• Electronically controlled suspension
• Navigation with 8-inch touchscreen
• Wireless smartphone charger

Stinger GT2

• Starting at $51,290 MSRP*
• Nappa leather-trimmed seats with 16-way power-adjustable driver’s seat
• Surround View Monitor
• Head-Up Display
• Smart Power Trunk
• Heated/ventilated front seats, heated outboard rear seats

*”Starting MSRP” price is manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) for lowest model trim. MSRP excludes destination and handling charges, taxes, title, license, options, and dealer charges. Actual price set by dealer and may vary.

**EPA fuel economy estimates. Actual mileage will vary with options, driving conditions, driving habits, and your vehicle's condition.