The Kia Stinger GT is a Bargain German Missile - One Take 

Ive been a certified kia tech for 5 years and i will tell u these cars from the factory are underated in hp they are more like 390 to 400 and when we were getting certified on these cars , we spoke to several of the engineer's frok kia, these cars are so dimmed down from the factory , there is a lot of meat left on the bone from the factory, 100hp extra is only a tune and induction away

So funny, I bought this guy's '16 R! lol. Peter was really nice, glad to see him enjoying his Stinger!

The Kia Stinger is what the Nissan Maxima should have become.

This was like a mini podcast about owners perspective of why he bought it. I thoroughly enjoyed it

Just drove this in the UK. What a car. Comfy, specced to a level I couldn't even dream of paying BMW or Audi for. The vented seats are amazing. What I really liked was the head-up display. Being in such a speed camera filled country I found it really useful not having to look down to speed check all the frick'n time. But all this cools stuff would mean nothing if the car didn't have the looks. But this does. It looks brilliant from front to the long way to the back. I thought I might want this car. Now, it's a no-brainer.

Kia is doing great because of the EX BMW M division father Albert Biermann.

I own a gt1 and i think it’s an amazing car in every facet . I always get compliments and questions about it

Zach you’ve progressed a lot with the one takes . You seem pretty much at home now !

got mine to 271km/h on the Autobahn here in germany yesterday. Impressive

I own this same Stinger in 2019 exterior and interior GT2 AWD for two weeks as of weeks today. Let’s not get so nit picky about this car. If this car had four rings or BMW badge it would start in the 70’s and god forgive you leather seats. Track?! This isn’t tuned for a track. The Audi A5 isn’t tuned for a track either, not is a BMW 540i. This car is fast, period. Reviewers always talk about tracks, canyon carving, and fast cornering etc..blah,blah, blah. No owner needs to make excuses for owning one. This car gets looks from everyone when I drive it or park. It’s fun to drive on a daily basis.

Looks like someone forgot to take the factory wrapping off the bottom of the steering wheel.

Nice. diggin it. I took a break for a while and Zack has settled into it now. Good videos.

I loooove my Stinger GT2. "No brainer" was exactly my feeling too, this car checked all my boxes like nothing else currently available at the price. (I have a blue AWD)

I drove these for 9 weeks, in 9 different cities against a Porsche Panamera 4S, Audi A5 Sportback and a BMW 640i Gran Coupe. I'd still buy the Stinger with my money. What they're are saying in this video is pretty accurate.

8:54 is that a fart?

Zack did a great job. I thoroughly enjoyed it

Really liked this one take. Felt it was very informative and learned a lot of the daily life of the car. Awesome owner too.

I like this episode! Nice conversation! Makes me be aware of what this car has comparing to other cars. Might keep rewatching for future references.

Is that delivery plastic on the bottom of the steering wheel?

People need to remember that larger engined mid sized four door saloons used to pull about 6 seconds for 0-60 sprints and that was considered very fast a few years ago. This Stinger is a mass produced machine that's faster than many Ferraris or Aston Martins of the not too recent past!

Just got mine last week. GT1 same color 14k off MSRP on my lease. Gets more looks than my Civic Type R and Shelby GT350. Everyone loves it. Who ever is hating because it's a KIA do us a favor, shut up.

I like the new intro.

This guy was great on camera! Very enjoyable to listen to. Sick color too!

I want to see Kia do more for enthusiasts like this, something smaller with a manual trans would be reaaaaalllll nice maybe a rwd coupe

peter is the exact kinda guy i would expect to buy a stinger

After looking at this video now I want this car even more!!! Just with AWD though ☺️ 😬

Everyone in the comments * where is Matt* The response *He flew off a cliff in a ball of 🔥*

This car has ruffled so many feathers....Kia is a serious brand now.....just take one for a drive.

Zac you do a fine job, hard act to follow.

Good review zack...keep up the great work..stingers a cool ride for a four door sports sedan

Raymond Reddington drives a stinger now ?

Nice down to earth review 👍

I wonder if I could get this car here in Thailand. Good video and a great dynamic between the two of you throughout the video.

I wish someone would compare the Genesis 5.0 r-spec with a top spec stinger. Not just acceleration, but suspension, Trans, interior, etc

Nice review Zack

that interior is so damn nice.

I'm a Mopar guy but cross shopping this with the Scatpack Charger as my next daily driver.... leaning towards the Stinger cause Dodge has been the same for 15 years

And in case you do want more power... these are doing 400whp and 500wtq with a JB4. Imagine this engine in a new Genesis Coupe...

My last 2 cars were an Audi S5, BMW 435i GC, and my current car, the Stinger GT. The Stinger is like a perfectly melded version of both the S5 and 435i. It has a heavy, substantial feel like the Audi. It has a playfulness like the 435i. It has more body roll than either, but it isn't sloppy and its ride quality is superior to both. Interior quality doesn't compare, though the paint quality is the same as the Audi, but not as good as the BMW. For the price, the Stinger GT is a great bargain starting at $40K for all those hp and that torque. Unlike the GT1 and GT2 (I believe both), the GT doesn't come with the LSD, which is a bit troublesome hitting the throttle in a turn. Also, for the GT's price, it still comes with a good deal of amenities that I wouldn't expect, considering the power and suspension you're already getting for the money.

Got one-love it!

He looks like the guy who drives a Kia Stinger.

Remember back in the '70s and '80s when Japanese makers mimicked German designs? I don't have any issue with Korean makers modeling their products after successful designs. "Luxury" is relative. The Stinger is a very nicely appointed vehicle compared to many like-priced vehicles today and 20 years ago. Great dialogue with the owner, Zack!

I just grabbed a used GT2 for 25k! Super happy.

Please do another one of these.

Ugghh I love red interior leather..

perfect for some high quality sport spring, mske it this little bit lower and sportier.

High 12's and low 13's is still a good number... and will win the light to light pull on most occasions. By the sounds of it, the comfy drive might mask how quick it is... ?

it sort of sounds like a v8 in the video, it's a great cool dad car

Who makes your shades and what style are they??

Nice car. So sad that it's so expensive here in Denmark. It start at what in dollars would be 130.000 ish :/

My son bought a GT. It's an amazing car, I drive it every chance I get.

Zac, you and the Stinger owner should do another video together. You both comment well. Definitely no floof!

Kia has a nice car in the Stinger, especially at this price point. However, what is missing is an engaging engine sound. I own a 2017 Chevrolet SS with manual 6-speed transmission, and that 6.2 liter LS3 V8 is just a joy to listen to. I am totally entertained just tooling around and listening to my engine. Don't get that at all with the Kia.

Golf R peak torque is delivered at 1800 rpm, right? Not sure what the owner means by "big difference".

"Good turning radius by the way..." LOOOL ;oP

I mean, I feel like this is the kind of car I would recommend for my dad who isn't a car guy but I feel like he would love it. I mean they are a totally reasonable GT for the price.

I'm not a fan of the rear end but for sure KIA has done a great job. The exterior is not as cool as the Dodge Charger but it's KIA and it's way more reliable.

This car looks good even in an awful colour. The HiChroma Red is absolutely AWESOME on a Stinger

just got a 2018 fully loaded gt for 35k. Loving it so far, but will definitely do some minor suspension mods to fix the bunny hop thing and dial out some of the understeer. Will better sway bars fix this? I've been reading up on Eibach front and read.

owner looks like a kia stinger

I'm in. Kia you won me. :)

Zack doesn't get press cars in his spare time? I think it's funny there were so many press car videos for this car to build hype and the first time Zack drives one it's someone's personal car.

Somebody's been working out and wants us to know it :-D

Mid-4's 0-60? Ehhh I gotta see it. Sounds like AWD numbers but I'm sure the rwd isn't too far behind. Great review.

What watch is Zack wearing?

peak torque at 1300?

Published Sept 10th and the owner doesn't know that all yellow stingers get a free repaint and were also credited with $5k cash? Crazy.

Top review, awesome car for the money.

Kia Optima + BMW M5 Designers = Stinger

how much is a track fee in los angeles.....if they will drive in a race track they can max the potential of the cars

BMW 430i is 90K here in Aus, A5 is 93K and the Stinger GT is 65K, that's a big difference!

Guess I've been gone for awhile. But who the hell is this guy?

Not gonna lie, a bit disappointed on the approach to the Stinger. Every other video, the presenter is a bit blown away on how good and quick the car is but he's just like "yeah, it's nice." lol

It's ok looking. I would call it a decent looking sedan with some sporty bits.

Kia and Hyundai have really been stepping up their game!

Is the owner still happy with RWD? Seems like the most entertaining choice.

And it has a killer stereo.

Yes !!!!!! Kia!!!!!!

Brace yourselves, incoming badge snobs!!! Take cover!!!

I have to laugh at the driver saying the car is "pretty quick." These guys are enthusiasts driving on canyon roads.

For that price you can get a Trailblazer SS do a Texas Speed sleeved block, build the engine, and still do the hood and the front lip for less than $31k looking like a show car. Then later after you get settled add a turbo because the engine's built and you have a 950hp show truck. They look weird.

This car is very high on my list, though I would only be going for a GT trim with AWD. The GT2 is too expensive for what its worth.

365hp, not crazy and just totally fine The new normal is 400-500hp then I look at my 4 cylinder 185hp 😢

Isn’t there a JB4 type tune for these now?

I would love to own this car but people trying to get me to pay 600 a month. I am sorry as much as I love the car that is not going to happen

It being rwd, I thought Matt would carve the twisters in this baby

Kia is offering the yellow stinger owners a free repainting of the hood roof and decklid and they are also giving the owners f $5,000 for the trouble

in my opinion no point in getting a stinger unless your getting AWD hyundai already makes 350 hp out of a n/a 3.8 liter in the genesis coupe and its lighter and a 2 door and plenty of aftermarket to fully build and twin turbo to make 4 figure hp

Look up Tork Motorsports, see what they are doing to a brand new stinger!

I woulda kept the golf r, but thats just me. im keeping mine for a long time

Is that a new Matt Serra / the car reminds me of a Audi s7

My mom got a all black one and it looks the same inside

Impressive car but hate that little taillight strip

Dude got rid of the R for a stinger? I have beach front property in North Dakota for him to buy

Ha, someone didn't PDI the bottom of the steering wheel.

Pretty disappointed to hear theyre having paint issues on brand new cars. My bmw that is 11yrs old has flawless paint

Coming out of a MK7 GTI, I leased a Ceramic Silver Stinger GT1 AWD (same color) for about a week before the dealer took it back over horrible paint damage they inflicted. I was so turned off by the TERRIBLE dealer experience that I jumped ship and ended up in a Giulia Ti Sport for about the same money. I'm happier where I landed, but the Stinger was still a cool, SUPER PRACTICAL car. It turned more heads than my Giulia all day, and the straight line speed and parade float looks were a riot. After my week with it, I started noticing how the handling felt really heavy and pretty sloppy as you neared the limit. The high speed stability was also not up to par for a car with that much power, the adjustable suspension made zero perceptible difference, the gas mileage was abysmal, the touch screen was obnoxiously hard to reach, and the center arm rest felt like it was made of cardboard. I think most of the glowing reviews are of the GT2 with the summer tires, LSD, and top-trim seats, which don't apply on the lower trims.

Wow this is almost as nice as the million mile Lexus

He looks like a stinger owner.

Jokes aside, man this is a good car. I just wished it looked cleaner.