Kia Stinger GT2 AWD // Manage Your Expectations

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Kia Stinger GT2 AWD // Manage Your Expectations

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I decide to go for a nice morning cruise and talk about my experience owning the Kia Stinger GT2 AWD long term. Build quality, performance, weird issues? I'm trying to go over as much as I can to help anyone looking to buy a used Stinger be confident they're making the right decision.

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@6speedkillz821 9 ай бұрын

Ive always been a v8 muscle car guy. Still have my mustang. I recently got a GTS Stinger and I love it! This review did not do the car justice. Its a great all around vehicle! It does not disappoint

@A1doz 8 ай бұрын

Same I have a 17 Mustang GT with PP I never imagine I would get a KIA but I needed a 4 door sedan and this Stinger fit that role just fine, it does indeed not disappoint.

@ablab8045 10 ай бұрын

I got a GT2 and i think its the best balanced car you can get for the price. Especially if you can get a good low milage second hand one. They have 7 years of warranty whereas the german counterparts got 3 years. Made a big difference for me.

@williambiel 10 ай бұрын

Agreed. I got mine towards the end of 2018 with around 7k miles on it for a price I couldn’t pass up. The second hand warranty gave me the peace of mind to take a chance on it, and I’m glad I did.

@gf1945__ 7 ай бұрын

Except the drivetrain is built like shit. Its not a very mod friendly car. If you are keeping it fully stock for the entire ownership then yes its a great car.

@CraigRoberts-hl3qi 9 ай бұрын

This guy is so confused. The motor is uninspiring but it’s a monster on the highway and unbeatable from a light? I have a 2021 GT LTD AWD. I don’t have the noises he is crying about.

@williambiel 9 ай бұрын

An engine being powerful does not make it inspiring. A 911 Turbo is faster than a GT3, but if I’m picking one for just pure driving enjoyment, I’m picking the GT3 every time. The sound and characteristics of an engine are just as important, if not more than peak horsepower numbers. Also, build quality is all over the place with Stingers. Mine’s an early model year, but I’m sure they might have improved in later years. I can only speak to my experience.

@mrscottmescudi10 8 ай бұрын

@@williambiel his point is you contradicted yourself in the video…There will always be a better car out there but for it’s segment and more specifically for its price point, the Stinger GT2 is a beast. The only true direct competitors are the M440i and the S5 SB. The first is definitely a better car but it costs significantly more and the second is slower while costing more as well.

@Aroundtheworld-ew6rx 4 ай бұрын

I agree you contradict yourself.

@man1nthesky 7 ай бұрын

Got a 2018 gt2 rwd with 50k miles, definitely a fun car for your average person who doesn’t need 500+hp to have fun driving. Gets up to 120mph quick and is nimble at high speeds. It gobbles up snack packs, 5.0’s, and camaros all day so definitely more punch than mopar off the line. But its missing the sound from the exhaust for sure, borla is the way to go. Its cheap to mod past 400hp. Main problem isnt the kia badge but the dealerships, they charge up the ass for routine work and buying one from them is horrendous. It gets good mileage for road trips considering the power, i avg 27+mph cruising at around 90. Get plenty of compliments and confused head turns especially since i took all kia badges off! Theyre reliable enough to buy used unlike scatts and cats. The rattle is annoying tho, especially if the car has ice on it, the rattle sounds horrible.

@kjohn5354 8 ай бұрын

I HAVE A 2023 KIA STINGER GT2 WITH 500 HP. GOT MINE DEC 31, 2023 AND I HAVE ALMOST 13K MILES ALREADY. NO ISSUE JUST FULL SEND. BEEN RACING AND TUNED WITHIN A MONTH OF HAVING IT.

@ilanbandary4435 8 ай бұрын

You will probably get blow an axle

@matthewgiles4358 10 ай бұрын

Wow all he did was complain. The Stinger is one of the best cars for the price. Mine has never broke free when cornering. My brakes did the same thing. The dealer changed out the rotors for me. No more problems.

@locluong4128 8 ай бұрын

Hi, did you have to pay for the rotors replacement???

@mrscottmescudi10 8 ай бұрын

⁠@@locluong4128 You have to pay for them if you’re out of warranty, which I believe is 1yr/12,000 miles

@OrnumCR 8 ай бұрын

Wow fella! If it bugs you that much, get out of it! This whole thing was a ramble of complaints. The brakes…I changed mine for slotted and drilled rotors and top quality pads…problem fixed. The uninspiring engine note….got a bimodal exhaust on mine and it sounds better. I’ve owned a lot of top shelf cars and I’ve got to say, the Stinger still puts a smile on my dial. Good looking, fast, practical, capable, roomy and loaded with a lot of stuff. What’s not to love? Also rear wheel drive and not that common. I still have people buzzing around the car on the road to gawk at it. Best all rounder I’ve ever owned, and with a hatch to boot! Excellent car..

@pdoggo64 6 ай бұрын

This noise issues must have been resolved in later years... I've got a 23 gt2 and it has zero rattles or interior noises, road noise and wind noise are well controlled...i love it...

@mrscottmescudi10 8 ай бұрын

This video was such a joke…never seen a car review where they say so many negatives about the car and then proceeds to say something contradicting and so positive minutes later. “This is an average car” then proceeds by saying “This thing has passing power for days” and “These make such good power, they are so fast”

@danielcote313 Ай бұрын

It's called (contradictory)review.😮

@aymanlockhartable 7 ай бұрын

Someone who owns V8, EV and Stinger. I sold my 2012 Infiniti G37xS for the Stinger. It’s not a perfect car but bang for the bucks. Stinger does feel special and unique because you don’t see too many! I’m surprised how many compliments I get in the road. KIA hit home run hiring engineered by former BMW M Vice President of Engineering Albert Biermann and Ex designer Audi Peter Schreyer. Over time , the car will be more appreciated possible future classic when people get over KIA badge. If this same car had BMW badge or Lexus be asking 70k

@Gerry926 10 ай бұрын

I switched out my 2018 BMW 440i M-sport for a 2021 Stinger gt1 and just switched that out for a 2021 BMW M340i. I really liked the Stinger but it was missing things and I overpaid at the time. I got the M-340i for the same price as the Stinger and it only had 4k miles on it. The Stinger had 7k when i got it and never gave any issues throughout the 8k i put on it. I wish i could've kept it as a second car.

@williambiel 10 ай бұрын

What did you think the Stinger was missing? And yeah, for the same price as a 340i that’s a tough sell.

@Gerry926 10 ай бұрын

@@williambiel I had a GT1 so it didn't have a heads up display, remote start, no 360 camera, low res infotainment screen, not enough ambient lighting and a few other, small, tech items that make driving fun. Other than that it was the gas mileage, road noise and long distance comfort. Unless you are into mods, you basically have the same car as everyone else, due to limited exterior, interior and trim options. I tested eco mode with cruise control on the same trips I would take in the Stinger and the M340 got 40.5mpg. Mixed comfort/sport mode gets me 33mpg. Basically 100 miles more distance per tank full from the faster BMW, that is also more fun to drive... for me. I will admit to slight badge snobbery but only when the Stinger's center console started squeaking a little. It felt like I was in an expensive Kia. It's hard to explain but the BMW just feels more solid and premium for $5k more than the Stinger.

@mrscottmescudi10 8 ай бұрын

⁠@@Gerry926 I think the GT2 is the only way to go with the Stinger but I definitely agree the M340i is the king of this segment. Only issue is you lose the hatch, unless you’re trying to spend at least $10k more for the M440i. The Stinger (and G70) is the best RWD biased bang for buck sporty luxury sedan on the market right now. The M340i, CT5-V, Scat Pack, and TLX Type S (FWD biased) either cost more or don’t have all the features the Kia has. If you have the cash and want a more refined vehicle then the Germans will always be better but you’re not going to get a 10yr warranty on them

@r9taylor 9 ай бұрын

I don't get much wind or road noise from my 2018 Stinger. Also, I've never heard of the Stinger being advertised as a sports car. It is a GT.

@williambiel 9 ай бұрын

You must not have watched TV five years ago. Every Stinger commercial took place on a racetrack with big drifts and smokey burnouts. Come to think of it I can’t remember one single commercial where they highlighted any GT quality of the Stinger.

@r9taylor 9 ай бұрын

@@williambiel I guess not. When I bought the car I knew it was a GT sedan and never thought I was buying a sports car.

@nathanmjackson1210 8 ай бұрын

The reviewer was so negative because his daily is a BMW and he knows the Stinger is better in every single way lol

@hiper2d 7 ай бұрын

Great review bro. I'm looking at Stinger gt2 as a replacement to my Dodge Charger RT and I think I got a lot from this video

@Maljey 9 ай бұрын

I have one of these, a 2022 GT2 AWD model. I love it as a Jack of All trades sporty car. It's still one of the fastest sedans in its (new) price range. Only the M340i and Charger Scat Pack are definitively faster. I'm still only about 16K miles on it, so it remains to be seen if it will be plagued with typical Hyundai/Kia problems down the line. I do plan on keeping it long term, so I will be taking advantage of the warranty if needed. My only complaints are: 1) Fuel tank is small (under 16 gallons), which kinda defeats the 'long distance GT cruiser' idea when you need to fill up more frequently than other GTs. 2) Stock exhaust way too quiet. I just got the newest Borla exhaust (made for 2022+ Stingers) and it is so much better. Regarding the rear-biased AWD, the car is apparently in RWD mode under 37mph, if I recall correctly. AWD will kick in if you lose traction before that, though. As for other cars in the class (for potential replacement)--don't forget the Audi S5 sportback!

@williambiel 9 ай бұрын

You have the bit about the AWD backwards. It’s engaged below 60KPH or 37MPH, then disconnects above those speeds because you are much less likely to lose traction at speed. And yeah, I specifically left the A5 Sportback and VW Arteon off the list of replacements because both seem like you’re giving up too much. The A5 Sportback is over 100hp down on a Stinger. Either way, I’d have a hard time moving to a similarly sized car but with a turbo 4 instead of a 6 or 8.

@Maljey 9 ай бұрын

@@williambiel Cool thanks for info on the AWD. For the Audi, I'm actually talking about the S5 sportback, which comes with a turbo V6. If you're shopping new cars, it starts at $57,895 for the base model with no options. New AWD Kia Stinger GT2s start at $55,265. So both vehicles are in the same price range new. You can ignore all of this if you're shopping used though. The Kia is fully loaded with pretty much everything at that price, while the Audi is the stripper model.

@williambiel 9 ай бұрын

Ahh yeah that makes a lot more sense. I think Audis interior design/quality, Quattro, and similar to Stinger horsepower numbers is a winning combination. Now if it can do everything as reliably as the Stingers been for me over the same timeframe and mileage, I’m not sure.

@darkhorse2036 7 ай бұрын

This guy has lost his mind I’ve driven many German cars Japan sports cars and the stinger has it on all of them. Maybe because it’s awd but rear wheel one is so good. Doug manro biggest review channel on yt he bought one that says a lot.

@manejandoenusa 9 ай бұрын

Bias review. I had BMWs, and Audis. The Stinger dear reviewer is the best. Kia service is not. 340 is way more expensive and not reliable. 5 years vs 3 from the german. You can not compare practicality of a hatchback vs regular and not practical trunk.

@xtnuser5338 7 ай бұрын

My guess about the road noise: I suspect that the designers are constrained by certain targets of performance, gas mileage, etc....and these constraints, within a certain target price bracket, require a target weight also. I suspect sound deadening efforts are one of the first things to sacrifice in the effort to meet that weight target. I have eight cars, but I always like to make sure one of them is in this category. A "sporty-ish" daily sedan. My current choice is an Audi RS3, but I think the Stinger gives you a lot of car for its price point, and if I were on a bit tighter budget, it would have been a strong contender.

@bperwien08 14 күн бұрын

I don't get the noise stuff on mine. I have the Grand Tourer GT2 so a sick suede interior. Also with some mods it can be super fast. In no way was it average stock. Not sure where he is getting stuff.

@unjabbed 7 ай бұрын

I have never been so torn about a review video. I agree with a lot of this and found it very informative, but you contradict yourself, even, many times, it seems. I think the whole Stinger ownership experience is kind of a love/hate thing though. The oil dipstick that is nearly impossible to read (due to the colour), the hatch rattle from day one, that that Kia pretends isn't a known issue, and the fact that you can't lift the windshield wiper blade high enough to clean the glass or clear snow (seemingly not an issue for you, as it looks warm there).. Still one of my favourite Singer review videos though, no disrespect meant. Appreciate the brake pad buildup info cuz mine shakes, and I just had them "serviced" to the tune of almost $300, so good to know.. I do love my car though. I can not imagine ever parting with it, in spite of it's short comings. There simply is nothing else like it, for better or worse..

@MrROTD 6 ай бұрын

I went from a Forte KOUP R to this car, it's not as sporty as as the KOUP, it's much heavier than the KOUP, the KOUP has much sharper handling. The Stinger is a great car for long trips I drove for 8 hours no problem .It's flashy, its fast , its comfortable, it's a GT car. I'm actually thinking about how I can lower the weight of my Stinger it would be better and to be honest I miss My KOUP R because it was lighter and more agile.

@Ahmed___9 8 ай бұрын

As an owner of one I do Agree with everything ya said in this vid 💯

@gabrielyoung7504 9 ай бұрын

I got a 2022 ceramic sliver scorpion edition awd got around 30k miles on it no issues, just changed my brake pads and rotors love the car but im not going to keep it forever. Im looking at getting a newer audi rs7 or rs6 avant in the future.

@williambiel 9 ай бұрын

Stinger to an RS7 is quite the come up. If you like fast AWD cars it’s hard to ignore Audi.

@MrROTD 6 ай бұрын

The stinger looks big until you look at it side by side with other cars, it feels big because it's heavy.

@rlester39 3 ай бұрын

I don't think you know what you want in a car! For 50,000 the stinger has great value and features! I've had a 19 gt2 and just purchased a 23 gt2. Trade the car and get an suv or van sounds more like your style!

@TheFRiNgEguitars 8 ай бұрын

Appreciate the review, but a stretch to say low seating with legs out isn't comfortable? If you'd rather drive a thoroughbred sports car, (as stated) this is exactly how you'd be. Most GT touring cars are low to the road, and seating low on the floor.

@williambiel 8 ай бұрын

It’s been very hit or miss for me. I can drive my actual racecar for 10 hours and have zero back pain. Same with something like the ND Miata, which you’d think is a small economy sports car and would lack on the comfort side. For whatever reason cars like the Stinger and LC 500 get me right in the lower back.

@sig1000 9 ай бұрын

at the end of the day, it is a kia. you get what you pay in terms of quality

@williambiel 9 ай бұрын

It’s not even that. This cars MSRP was ~$52K. I’d say you’re not getting what you paid for at that price point.

@kyoakland 8 ай бұрын

Nothing is really kia about it tho lol

@goldiilockzz7556 25 күн бұрын

“It’s a Kia”… a Kia with German engineering behind it.

@MyMopar383 9 ай бұрын

Love my GT2 AWD , you don't know what you are talking about

@williambiel 9 ай бұрын

Yeah, and there are people who love their Kia Spectra. Where’s the lie though?

@boostedstinger 21 күн бұрын

Omg this guy......ive had 2 2018 models. The most resent one now has over 100,000 miles lol. You sir dont have much experience in many cars do you.

@crowsgarage6669 10 ай бұрын

really gotta attack the 5th gen huh lol.

@williambiel 10 ай бұрын

Had to do it to ’em 😂

@wyattt9820 8 ай бұрын

The biggest the complaint is that it had a kia badge lol.

@williambiel 8 ай бұрын

My biggest complaint is that you’re paying near BMW levels of money for Kia build quality and driving dynamics. As good as the 3.3T and 8 speed in the Kia are, they are not B58 and ZF 8 speed levels of good. So yeah, it’s a good car but its biggest weakness is that Kia makes it.

@user-dd9tc4zz8j 7 ай бұрын

It’s as if he bought it over the internet. Not even knowing how the interior felt or looked?

@andresmattos7541 6 ай бұрын

This guy is bit Ching for everything seems he is comparing a quiet luxurious rolls royce with the stinger just complaining

@goldiilockzz7556 25 күн бұрын

Dudes a crybaby 😂. What car in its class can you get that compares to the stinger for 50k? You’re spending anywhere from 10-20k more with the Germans.