Kia Stinger GT-Line – Kia Stinger is one of my favourite cars. What’s not to like, it is very stylish, rear wheel drive sedan in a world that is heading in the opposite direction. 
Even though the 2.0L is the smaller brother in the range it still has respectable performance. A time of 6 seconds for the 0-100kmh isn’t too bad and it’s amazingly economical as well. We did 8.4l/100k on our week test drive.
Priced from $58,900 plus the usual costs it comes packed with little luxuries and safety features.
The best thing about the Stinger is the balance. It just feels good as soon as you hop in. It’s also directly responsive to steering, throttle and braking inputs. Select sport drive mode and the fun factor escalates.
It’s a little tight for rear passengers, but the boot area is large and practical with the liftback design.
Around this price you get to choose between this model and the 330S with the larger V6 engine but less features. It’s an interesting choice and one that we address next week.
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Im Rob Fraser
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Quick Kia Stinger GT-Line thoughts
- Stinger still remains possibly the best value for money sports saloon on the market.
- Its design is still fresh and appealing
- Easy to drive, comfortable and relatively sporty.
- Remember not that many years ago a time of 7-8 seconds from 0-100kmh was considered hot hatch territory and the 2.0L Stinger does it in around 6.0 secs.
- The peak torque comes in around 1400 rpm, which allows both spirited acceleration and relaxed cruising.
- Front passengers are well catered for.
- The liftback boot is practical and stylish
- Given its size the rear seat passengers could expect a little more leg room. See the ŠKODA Superb for what rear leg room can be.
- Much has been written about the Stinger and for good reason, Its a modern day classic.
- At this price point byers have a difficult choice between the highly specked GT-Line or the powerful 330S with a few less comforts abut that beautiful 3.3L V6.
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What is not so good? |
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Also Look At
Stinger sits in a rapidly disappearing car category. The affordable four door sports saloon.
Buyers could look at the ŠKODA Superb, Peugeot 508GT, Genesis G70, Audi A5 Sportback, Citroen C5-X, Hyundai Sonata N-Line, or the Kia Cerato GT.
Some other Kia Stinger articles
- 2021 KIA Stinger PE 200 GT-LINE 2021 Radio Review
- Kia Stinger 3.3 GT 2021 Radio Review
- 2021 Kia Stinger 3.3l GT Review
- Kia Stinger 3.3L GT Carbon Radio Review
- 2020 Kia Stinger 3.3L V6 GT Carbon Edition 2020 Review
- Weekend in Melbourne with Kia Seltos and Stinger
- 2019 Kia Stinger 200S 2019 Review
- 2018 Kia Stinger 4-Cylinder Review
- Kia Stinger GT – Weekend at Hawks Nest
- 2018 Kia Stinger Launch Review
Kia Stinger |
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Model |
Stinger GT-Line 2.0L |
| Model Price | $58.990 MLP* |
| Engine | 2.0L 4 Cyl Turbocharged Petrol |
| Drivetrain | 8 Sp Sports AT RWD |
| Power | 182kW @ 6,200rpm |
| Torque | 353Nm @ 1,400 – 4,000rpm |
| Safety | Five Star ANCAP (April 2018 tested) |
| 0-100kmh / Top Speed | 6.0 Secs / TBA |
| CO2 Emissions | 201 g/km Euro 5 |
| Economy ADR | 8.8L/100km / 60L capacity |
| Economy on test | 9.5L/100k |
| Servicing | 7Yr / Capped price service |
| Warranty | 7yr/ Unlimited km |
| Road side Assist | 7Yr. conditional roadside assist |
*MLP Includes GST and LCT but excluding statutory charges, dealer costs and dealer delivery. See your dealer for RDAP. Does not include price of options. Some features mentioned in the article are options. RDAP means Recommended Drive Away Price (without options but including all other charges)
Overall Rating |
89/100 |
| Behind the Wheel | 9 |
| Comfort | 9 |
| Equipment | 9 |
| Performance | 8 |
| Ride and Handling | 9 |
| Practicality | 9 |
| Fit for Purpose | 9 |
| Styling / Design | 9 |
| Technology/connectivity | 8 |
| Value for Money | 10 |
Dimensions |
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| Overall Length | 4830mm |
| Wheelbase | 2905mm |
| Width | 1870mm |
| Height | 1400mm |
| Wheels | 19×8.0 front / 19×8.5 rear Alloy |
| Tyres | 225/40 R19 front / 255/35 R19 rear |
| Max ground clearance | Up to 130mm |
| Turning Circle KTK | 11.2m |
| Boot Capacity Min | 406L |
| Boot capacity Max | 1114L |
| Kerb Weight | 1758kg |
| Payload (kg) | 492kg |
| GVM (kg) | 2250kg |
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