The 2022 Kia Stinger GT-Line Is A More Powerful Rear-Drive Premium Sport Sedan 

Happy Monday everyone! We just wanted to clarify the status of the Kia Stinger in America. There are rumors floating around that Kia will discontinue this model after 2022. Those are just RUMORS right now as Kia has not confirmed anything. We’d hate to see the Stinger go, so we encourage anyone who has had their eye on one to get one of these while they’re still available! We’d love to see Kia follow this up for the next generation and perhaps offer an all-electric model? Keep the Stinger alive folks!

They fixed the #1 thing that was wrong with the Stinger by giving it the new badging. Kia products look so much nicer with the new badge. Great exercise in updated branding.

It was good to see NOT another SUV review, thanks Redline👍

This Ascot green exterior color option would look amazing with a saddle brown interior. I'd definitely consider spending the extra to get the stinger over the k5 gt/sonata n line.

I have a 2018 GT2 AWD. Best car I've owned. KIA's are killing it. The only car I would trade this car in is the new EV6 GT or, fingers crossed, an EV Stinger.

I have a 2020 GT2 in Ceramic Silver with red interior. A week doesn’t go by without someone asking about the car or commenting on how beautiful it is. Great car!

I had a 2018 blue Stinger 2.0 Premium which was a great car. I just got a new 2022 Stinger GT line in Panthera metal with a red interior. The extra horsepower is really nice!

I seen this color at my local dealership. Looks amazing on the Stinger.

When I bought my Forte about a month ago, the dealer had a GT2 in the showroom as a demo unit and they did let me test drive it, and I was very impressed. It drove really well, the V6 sounded good to my ears, and it was overall just a very nice place to sit. The price was eye watering, but if I could have afforded it, I would have bought one. Love where Kia is heading. My 2020 Forte is so nice.

Still a good car. And now sorta makes more sense with the 4 cylinder. Curious to see how the lighter, more nimble Integra will stack up. We need more liftbacks in the world!!!!!!!!!!!

Owning a 2020GT line in Panthera grey with that sun and sound option just so glad that the refresh didn't include radical exterior updates...so we can all drive a concept car!! Thanks!

Kia is doing what Mitsubishi still refuses to do Making desirable sports cars,thank you Kia for giving what enthusiasts want

I have a 2022 GT-Line, coming from a 2018 2.0T Premium & it's damn near an entirely different car, power-wise & yes, I've driven the 3.3TT plenty of times.

Love the new wheels. That 2.5 turbo sounds like a great option to save money. I think the engine sounds great.

You always surprise me w the vids! I was JUST considering this model for an upgrade in my TrD and boom, you drop the vid! Lol

I just bought this car but AWD and I love it!

My 2018 Stinger 2.0 has launch control. You just have to press and then hold down the traction control button and it will beep again for the stability control going off. then just brake + gas and let go. The 2.0 is rated at 5.9s 0-60 w/ launch control so this can probably get 5.5 or less easily

I own one of these and I absolutely love it. I recommend it to anyone considering getting one.

What Kia has going on with this paint color is awesome. It's almost like a hypershift color. Is it black? No No, it is Green ha ha. I've been a fan of the Stinger since its inception and I am looking forward to see how the long distance reviews are.

I rather get the GT2 Scorpion edition, I wish they would put the twin turbo V6 in the Telluride

I have this car but in AWD with ceramic silver exterior and red interior. Neck breaker every time. It’s my third Stinger!

Just bought mine 4 days ago, Ascot Green 22’ AWD so in love with it 😍😎

The GT-Line should've gotten the 7" gauge cluster screen from the GT1 & GT2 with the GT2 getting the 12.3" fully digital gauge cluster from the Sorento which would be better for both the GT-Line & GT1 & GT2 to have more screen space for the Blind Spot View Monitor

The center screen is 10.25", not 10.3" but it is very close to being 10.30 wide. I wish they offered the best features from the GT2 trim as an optional package for the GT-Line so the people who want the features of the GT2 & want the GT-Line engine could get the best of both options for their needs. I want the GT-Line with a GT2 package so it makes it a fully-loaded car with cooled seats, a Head-Up Display, the better Nappa leather seats with thigh support, the better headlights, the 7" center display with the 360° camera system & Blind Spot View Monitor (the sideview camera popup in the center screen), & all of the other luxury & tech features at a more affordable & attainable price. I'm okay with having the base engine but I want the best tech & luxury from the GT2 trim

Personally, I love this car! That paint job looks good too. Interesting colour.

The problem with the Kia Stinger isn't the car itself, but the dealership experience. Kia needs to address this.

Mine is exactly like this one, just one small comment: the GT line has launch control; you have to press the electronic stability control for 3 seconds to deactivate it, press on the brake until launch control ready appears and go within 4 seconds

Good review. I think, however, that calling the Stinger a "sports sedan" is somewhat misleading. In fact, it's KIA's interpretation of a European GT (Grand Touring) vehicle designed to carry four passengers and their gear/luggage at high speeds for hours at a time over meticulously maintained European highways as well as negotiating twisting backroads, many of which were originally laid down by the Romans 2000 years ago. Unlike its stablemate the Genesis G70, the Stinger isn't meant to be a rival to the iconic BMW 3 series. Nor does the "GT" designation means it's a competitor to an American muscle car like the Mustang where the term "GT" (in the European sense) is especially inappropriate. The replacement of the 2.0L turbo with the corporate 2.5L turbo 4 in the GT-Line Stinger is a significant improvement in the mission of making the Stinger a true "GT." It improves the vehicle's 0-60 time, of course, but scalding straight line acceleration from a dead stop isn't the hallmark of a "grand touring" vehicle. Instead, the Stinger's less than 6 second 0-60 time is more than adequate when combined with the ability to cruise comfortably at triple digit speeds. Unfortunately, using that ability on the crumbling highways in the US is rarely available. But the 230+ lb weight advantage over the V6 twin turbo version of the Stinger is the equivalent of carrying an NFL cornerback in the back seat compared to a GT1 or GT2 Stinger. And that arguably offers significant advantages that cannot be easily overcome with the suspension and braking advantages of the upper trim vehicles. The upper trim Stingers do have the advantage of an LSD that the GT-Line lacks. But the availability of AWD in the GT-Line does more than help in inclement weather. It enables the GT-Line to put power to the pavement while limiting wheel hop and torque steer nearly as effectively as an LSD provides in the RWD version of the upper trim versions. Rumors that KIA will cease production of the Stinger with the 2022 model persist despite KIA's efforts to deny or at least ignore them. With the performance version of the EV6 coming to the US next spring it wouldn't be surprising to see KIA put all of its performance "eggs" in the electrification basket. Hopefully, however, improved sales of the Stinger GT-Line will postpone the disappearance of the vehicle.

Motortrend tested it at 5.7 0-60 and 14.1 @101.8mph which is almost as quick as my tuned civic. Pretty impressive

This engine is way better than their 2.0T and the car itself is better value than G70 if well equipped.

Why wouldn’t KIA just make those hood vents functional? That would serve a real purpose and be cool. 😎

Love everything but the wheels. Saw a stinger scorpion at the annual car show and it was gorgeous.

Amazing review as always Sofyan! I just got this exact vehicle a few months ago (in snow pearl white) and it's absolutely the best car I've ever owned. Still hoping kia keeps this line because it's incredible in every way 😁👌

I’m so glad sofyan that u reviewed this refresh model

I saw this refresh on Vacation in Pigeon Forge...I like the Refresh except not sure bout the Taillights. I think i like the previous circular pattern better.

I currently drive a 2020 Kia Stinger GT1 with AWD. I have it in the Snow White Pearl exterior color with the red leather interior and it is a blast to drive, especially when you stomp on the “go” pedal. I’m happy to have memory seats, ventilated seats, heated steering wheel, sunroof, the larger LCD display between the speedo/tach and the HK Sound Systems which rocks. I do wish of course I had the larger infotainment system and the larger better sounding exhaust pipes though that the MY22 has.

Great review, Sofyan

I waited too long to buy one. This year, the pricing has just gone out of control.

Nice job and thank you for reviewing the gt-line…A lot of us want a fun, sporty sedan for a daily but don’t want to spend more than 40k. I am considering this for my next vehicle. I also like the Sonata N-line…different vehicles for sure but both a massive bargain. Sonata is about 35K.

I want the memory seats and all those extra features in the GT line package I don't want the 6 cylinder engine I want those features without the 6 cylinder engine

Gah! I've just started looking at these, and then this video pops up in my feed. Scary, man. Great video as always!

Always enjoy watching you! Love the color, wish the interior was brown/tan like a previous subscriber mentioned and I wish the exhaust tips weren't fake, same with the vents.

Excelente video y review sobre ese hermoso KIA … te felicito, saludos desde Mexico

Sad that Kia is making more desirable cars than Honda,Nissan and Mitsubishi

Love your reviews Soi!!! Thanks for bringing all the content man

Thanks for reviewing the refreshed 2022 Stinger!

They need to make a premier level GT line with diamond stitching in the seats. 360 camera and all the extras including heated and cooled seats

Just took delivery of a white 2022 kia stinger gt line with the sun & sound package....what a car red leather seats to boot. It gets lots of attention and plenty of hate on the road.hahah

Awesome review on this awesome car. Can’t wait to get my hands on this one day ☝️

Great Review! I totally agree with your feelings on the Stinger. I'm leasing this very model. Awesome styling catches stares and sparks up conversations everywhere I go. The proportions make it classically attractive, inside and out, and with the Sun and Sound package you get a sound system with two subs that really delivers rich deep sound. Handling dynamics add to the joy of driving it so it never feels dull or boring plus the additional horsepower/torque give it plenty of pep to get around traffic easily. I high recommend this Grand Tourer to anyone who enjoys driving and doing it in style. Leasing it makes very affordable. I thought of opting for the 6 cylinder but ultimately did not feel the additional money was worth the extra half second faster 0 to 60 time. It's quick and nimble! Besides, you don't want to speed by, you want admirers to get a good view as you cruise by. I searched the market closely and carefully and nothing is as affordable and good looking as this GT-Line Stinger is. Truly the best bang for your dollar! Every time you walk up to it, you'll smile because the Stinger stands out, in the best way, its classy from every angle and so very well proportioned. You will not be disappointed. Best not to wait, get one while you still can and get ready for the stares and conversations that will come your way!

beautiful green but nothing beats the stingers hero colour of dark red, makes the car really look unique and exotic and turn heads

I heard the 2022 Kia stinger was being discontinued and replaced with the EV model??

As a Philadelphian, I'm loving that color...looks like an Eagles helmet!

Is the hatch rattling still an issue or was it an overblown issue to begin with?

Surprised they still make these. I’ve maybe seen 4 on the road since their debut.

I own the 2022 Kia Stinger GT-Line AWD version. This car is so good for the price point. I would recommend getting better tires for this car. I was not a fan of the Bridgestone Potenza's that came with the car, they are horrible especially in inclement weather. I decided to upgrade to the Continental ExtremeContact DWS06 Plus which are UHP (Ultra High Performance) All season tires. Upgrading to these tires made the car an even better drive. More overall traction, reduced road noise, better on bumps, smoother ride, more grip in inclement weather, better braking, without affecting performance. You can feel the road so much better. This car has great handling off the lot but if you want a better overall driving experience, I recommend upgrading to the DWS06 plus. For this car, they retail for about $170 per tire.

Coming from a 2018 honda accord 1.5 touring. This is a huge step up to me.

Still looks clean loving the color would love to see the logo blackout

On Kia’s website they state the 2.5T will do 0-60 in 5.3 seconds but that’s using 91 or a higher octane like 93

I'm a sedan guy and I'd be oh so happy with either the Stinger GT-Line or a VW Arteon SEL R-Line, but all I ever see on the dealers' lots here are Forte's, K5's Jetta's and Passat's. Yawn.

Awesome review. Buying the White/red edition tomorrow.

I prefer the 1st person perspective of the interior review portion. Reminds me of your older vids

Unlike the Netflix Cowboy Bebop adaptation, this actually a good entry. At least Yoko Kanno, the music composer, came back. Made a guitar cover video for the ending theme, The Real Folk Blues.

Dear Kia, just add more packaging options that could be easily dealer-installed, like upgraded seats (vented+memory), wheel/tire/lsd, sound w/o sunroof, etc. Poor options is what keeps this down big time.

Would be interesting to know what car you drive?

They shoulda made an improved 5.0 (Tau V8) for it… imagine, 420+ hp stinger with a v8 🤷🏼‍♂️

Do you think the gauges are kind of outdated at this point and kind of basic looking

I am beyond impressed that KIA has a sports sedan that can actually compete against the German big shots.

The Sonata N line is FWD with less HP and scoots to 60 in 5 seconds flat with launch control. 6.2 seems way off.

The 2.5 does not sound to bad in stock form!

I always thought it looked too much like an Optima for being completely unrelated . They should have come up with a more unique design.

The Hyundai/Kia group is murdering the game right now. The Koreans aren’t playing around, and if the Japanese and Germans don’t get their asses in gear, they’re gonna get smoked.

Great review 👏👌

Holy color saturation. Honestly thought I was in the beginning stages of optic neuropathy

Thank you for reviewing this. Your right tho, If one drives this and then drives the K5 GT or Sonata N-Line, that DCT is a game changer. BUT, the KIA rides WAYYY smoother, it is RWD so it handles power input much better, and the Harmon Carmon blows the Bose from the GT and N-Line out of the water.. If have been driving Luxury Cars or the highest trims of other models newer than 2012+ or so, you will be much happier with the Stinger. If this is about to be the nicest car you have ever had then you will probably like the K5 GT and N-Line Sonata more.

Great car nobody bought. Too bad the stinger is going away unless the sales number picks up.

the Stinger's base fuel tank is so small for a grand tourer at 16 gallons while the GT has pretty mediocre mpg so i'm absolutely thrilled at this updated 2022 base model. Trades half a second 0-60 but gets 33% more range from 16x21 miles to 16x27 miles of range. And also alot cheaper and has better looking headlights for only half a second decrease and its still way faster then the TLX A-spec or RC350 or Challenger gt and other competitors. (Granted though a used GT is about as much as a new GT-Line so the GT has a better argument in that case but for me as I can afford either its not a cost thing to penny pinch at the fuel pump or go for the cheaper model, id still go for the GT-line for the benefits of the longer range utility and better daily drivability and less inconvenience of having to stop to fillup constantly for being a tad little bit slower) Now if they made the GT2 as a hybrid or at least updated the engine like they did with the GT-Line that would help alleviate the small tank without sacrificing power.

Beautiful. Fast. Comfortable. Affordable. Get yours today. before they are all gone. 300 hp will get you where you need to go in a hurry.

It looks like a great car that we don't get in Canada as the gt line isn't sold here. A pity, as this is the model I would have bought.

Man what a bad ass car. Bad Ass car because, in the past, to get engine technology like this, in a base engine (LET ALONE A RWD APPLICATION) you would have no choice but to shop in the luxury segment. Stuff like has not been available in a popular brand. When I say engine technology like this what I mean is competitive horsepower 300hp, competitive mpg at 33mpg highway that is actually underrated, then on top of that you get port injection and direct injection which combats carbon buildup which is something you get with direct injection and every manufacturer has direct injection engine not many have dual injection.

How would you rate the ease of entry and egress into the driver's seat?

The fake vents in the hood are a deal breaker :(

it has launch control, that works better for 0 to 60

I think pricing is the biggest reason why these don't sell. Nice cars, but Kia should have priced this competitively with the less expensive Dodge Charger instead of going after higher-end cars which the brand has never succeeded at. Kia proved it can definitely sell crossovers in this price range, but they've never had success selling sedans this expensive.

Best color is the ceramic silver

I got the forte but that my dream car for once I finish college 🥰🥰🥰

I’m debating if i want to get this or the EV6 . Should i wait to test drive the EV6?

I test drove one a few months ago and remember thinking the 2.5t was fantastic but was disappointed in the brakes and no lsd option for spirited driving

Does the stinger have ambient lighting?

Post a link to the timer you have. Looks nice. Thanks homie. Represent NOVA!

Can the adaptive cruise control be disengaged or changed to regular cruise? Thank you!

I thought this was discontinued?

Damn 6 month ago this car was 32k out of the door 😂

Hey brother, just a quick question since you’ve tested both cars, is it quicker than the 2022 Lexus NX 350 AWD?

Bad Ass Base model!!!

The 22' Stinger is a great looking sports sedan. Although, I can't figure out why The Hyundai Motor Group didn't use the 2.5 T in the G70. Why would they let a base model Stinger outperform their luxury platform sibling with less engine? That doesn't make sense to me🤔

You mentioned under 40K. Is that the price of this car, with the sunroof etc? Also, what can be adjusted in custom drive mode? Finally, I thought if we go with AWD, it comes with a rear LSD on this 2.5T.

Are those incandescent turn signals? Lol that’s one quick to make the otherwise premium rear look cheap real fast

I have the 2022 GT Line ceramic silver and my only complaint is the damn trunk rattle that has apparently been a problem for a few years now.

The old 2.0 could be had for 32k which meant that it was an alternative to the Camry and Accord. Now it’s out of reach for people who were stretching a little to get to 32k.