2018 Kia Stinger Review

2018 Kia Stinger is a Sedan 4-dr style car measuring 190.20 in length and 55.10 in height. Made in South Korea, 2018 Kia Stinger has 9 trims priced by the manufacturer at 43,250 with just total of 2 recalls in the past 2018 Kia Stinger. It’s seating 5 people with 4 doors and a rank size of No data gallon. The engine is 3.3L V6 DOHC 24V .

Make: Kia
Model: Stinger
Trims Available: 9
Location: SOUTH KOREA
Body & Doors: SEDAN 4-DR
Engine: 3.3L V6 DOHC 24V
Transmission: 8A
Driveline: RWD
Seats: 5
MSRP: $43,250 USD
Tires: P255/35R19

Kia Stinger 2018 Trims

2018 Kia Stinger GT1

Engine: 3.3L V6 DOHC 24V
Transmission: 8A
Drivetrain: RWD
Body & Doors: SEDAN 4-DR
Seating: 5

2018 Kia Stinger GT2 AWD

Engine: 3.3L V6 DOHC 24V
Transmission: 8A
Drivetrain: AWD
Body & Doors: SEDAN 4-DR
Seating: 5

2018 Kia Stinger Premium

Engine: 2.0L L4 DOHC 16V
Transmission: 8A
Drivetrain: RWD
Body & Doors: SEDAN 4-DR
Seating: 5
MPG: 22 City / 29 HWY

2018 Kia Stinger GT2

Engine: 3.3L V6 DOHC 24V
Transmission: 8A
Drivetrain: RWD
Body & Doors: SEDAN 4-DR
Seating: 5

2018 Kia Stinger GT AWD

Engine: 3.3L V6 DOHC 24V
Transmission: 8A
Drivetrain: AWD
Body & Doors: SEDAN 4-DR
Seating: 5

2018 Kia Stinger Base AWD

Engine: 2.0L L4 DOHC 16V
Transmission: 8A
Drivetrain: AWD
Body & Doors: SEDAN 4-DR
Seating: 5

2018 Kia Stinger GT

Engine: 3.3L V6 DOHC 24V
Transmission: 8A
Drivetrain: RWD
Body & Doors: SEDAN 4-DR
Seating: 5

2018 Kia Stinger Premium AWD

Engine: 2.0L L4 DOHC 16V
Transmission: 8A
Drivetrain: AWD
Body & Doors: SEDAN 4-DR
Seating: 5

2018 Kia Stinger Base

Engine: 2.0L L4 DOHC 16V
Transmission: 8A
Drivetrain: RWD
Body & Doors: SEDAN 4-DR
Seating: 5

Vin Numbers

  • KNAE45LC7J6009576
  • KNAE45LC8J6009845
  • KNAE45LC1J6029709
  • KNAE45LC1J6009198
  • KNAE45LC9J6011216
  • KNAE45LC9J6011040
  • KNAE45LC5J6036355
  • KNAE45LC9J6018182
  • KNAE45LC0J6028034
  • KNAE45LC6J6021007
  • KNAE45LC5J6011049

Safety and Reliability

NHTSA Crash Test

overall
Not Rated
front
Not Rated
rollover
Not Rated
side
Not Rated
* National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

IIHS Crash Test

overall
front
rollover
side
* Insurance Institute for Highway Safety

Safety & Recalls

Recall 20V518000 started on /Date(1598500800000-0400)/.

Summary: Kia Motors America (Kia) recalled certain 2019 Stinger vehicles equipped with 3.3L T-GDI engines on August 27, 2020. On December 30, 2020, Kia expanded the recall population and added certain 2018-2021 Stinger vehicles. While driving, an engine compartment fire may occur in the area where the Anti-lock Brake Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) is located.

Consequence: An engine compartment fire can increase the risk of injury or crash.

Remedy: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will install a new fuse kit in the electrical junction box, free of charge. Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures as a precaution until the recall repair is complete. The recall began November 30, 2020. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC196.

Recall 18V754000 started on /Date(1540440000000-0400)/.

Summary: Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2018 Kia Stinger vehicles. The front wiring harness located in the engine and passenger compartment may get damaged from contacting a burr on the left fender body panel.

Consequence: The damaged wiring harness may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.

Remedy: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the wiring harness for damage. If no damage is found, a cover will be installed. If damage is found, the wiring harness will be replaced and a cover will be installed, free of charge. The recall began December 20, 2018. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall SC170.

FAQ

2018 Kia Stinger is made in South Korea between 2018 to 2023.

The 2018 Kia Stinger is RWD and isn't the best choice for driving in snow, as it doesn't have enough ground clearance.

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Before going to the dealership, get an appraisal for your 2018 Kia Stinger so you know how much it’s worth. Usually, the value of used 2018 Kia Stinger is lower than $21,625.

There are 2 recalls recorded in our database for 2018 Kia Stinger that’s on average below the average number of recalls per car in our database.

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