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Are you looking for a luxury sedan that offers the best of both worlds? In this article, I compare the Kia Stinger against the other three similar sedans.
Launched in 2018, the Stinger has come a long way. It has gone through several upgrades to match other luxurious sedans. Today, Kia Stinger is available in three trim level options: GT-Line, GT1, and GT2.15.
The 2022 Kia Stinger comes with advanced features, a stunning design to die for, and a smooth driving experience. Rear-wheel drive comes standard. But if you prefer all-wheel drive, it is also available.
You get two turbocharged engines: a turbocharged 2.5-liter four-cylinder that delivers 300-hp and a potent V-6 that makes 368-hp.
Exterior
Outside, the 2022 Kia Stinger looks stunning. A GT Front Grille with LED reflector headlights and the GT Rear Bumper gives it a bold look. The designers placed the Kia logo upfront and the “Stinger” badge at the back.
This is to accentuate the superior look. Kia has also added high-beam assist, auto headlight control, and rain-sensing window wipers. Other notable upgrades include side accents and a unique rear diffuser.
18-inch Vertex alloy wheels come standard, whereas the GT2 model gets bespoke 19-inch black wheels. Interestingly, the GT1 trim has a sliding sunroof for that blisteringly hot weather.
Interior
Open the door, and a cabin with quality materials greets you. The interior is refreshing, and there is enough room for five passengers. Kia Stinger offers dual-zone temperature to keep the cabin cozy and rejuvenating.
The leather upholstery, tight panel gaps, and stylish trimmings are all there for your comfort. In contrast, the bolstered steering allows you to handle your Stinger with confidence. All trims come with a 10.25-inch Touchscreen Display that supports Navigation, Android Auto™, Apple CarPlay®, Bluetooth®, and many other features.
Seating
Five people fit in just fine inside. The front seats are super comfy for those long journeys. You only get enough legroom at the front and rear seats.
However, the roof doesn’t allow enough headroom. You get an option to choose leather upholstery, heated rear seats, and ventilated front seats. A 12-way power-adjustable driver’s seat and a six-way manually adjustable passenger seat come standard.
There are two LATCH connectors and a tether actor for your child’s safety.
Cargo space
The Kia Stinger has modest cargo space. You get 23.3 cubic feet of cargo space with the rear seats upright. With folded seats, the space increases to 40.9 cubic feet.
Safety features
The all-new Stinger is safe. It comes with a blind-spot collision-avoidance assist, safe exit assist, rear cross-traffic collision, avoidance assist, driver attention warning, forward collision warning, and more.
Speed
The Kia Stinger is not sluggish. Thanks to its 300 horsepower and the base four-cylinder engine, the Stinger sprint from 0 to 60 in just 4.7 seconds.
Fuel consumption
The Stinger has an impressive EPA rating of 22 MPG city and 32 highway. Most powerful engines like the Stinger’s only score an EPA of 17 MPG city and 24 highway.
Price
Kia Stinger’s pricing ranges between $36,090 to $52,585.
Here are some of the luxurious sedans that Kia Stinger goes head-to-head with:
1. Genesis G70
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The Genesis G70 is a fierce competitor of the Kia Stinger. The G70 offers five trim levels: the G70 2.0T, 2.0T Prestige, the 3.3T Sport, 3T Sports Advanced, and the 3.3T Sports Prestige. There are two engines: The turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder releases 252 horsepower for the entry-level trim.
And the much more powerful twin-turbo 3.3-liter for the top-of-the-line trim. The good news is you’ll still enjoy a balanced ride and handling, regardless of the powertrain configuration.
Exterior
Outside, the new G70 is refined and straightforward. The G70’s front and rear fascia makeover align its design with the newly released Genesis family. G70 has one of the most well-designed large grilles in the market.
The designers experimented with angular lines to give the G70 a bold look. Those who don’t like the large grille or two-line headlights are about to rethink their choice. A sunroof and auto-opening trunk features make the G70 stand out from its rivals.
It also offers 19-inch alloy wheels and LED integrated signals on the side mirrors. There are also puddle lamps that reflect the Genesis logo.
Interior
The interior of the G70 is classy. Designers mainly used premium materials to deliver an affluent-looking cabin. You get Nappa leather seats and a microfiber “suede” headliner.
The interior is either black or red. The cockpit is within the driver’s reach. A 10.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system comes standard, supporting features like Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
Seating
Five people can sit nicely inside the G70. Synthetic leather upholstery, power-adjustable front seats, heated front seats, and a rear-seat reminder all come standard. G70 offers leather upholstery, ventilated front seats, and heated rear seats as available options.
Cargo space
The G70 offers a modest 10.5 cubic feet of trunk space. Only five carry-on cases fit in the trunk.
Safety features
The G70 comes with a host of safety features to keep the driver and passengers safe. Safety features include driver airbag, front head air back, brake Assist features, child safety locks, and more.
Speed
When it comes to speed, the G70 doesn’t disappoint. It can accelerate from zero to 60 mph in 4.7 seconds.
Fuel consumption
The G70 has an EPA rating of 22 MPG city, 30 MPG highway, and 25 MPG combined.
Price
Prices range from $36,000 to $46,200
Why is it similar?
The G70 comes with a similar engine as the Kia Stinger. Besides, it can accelerate from zero to 60 mph in 4.7 seconds. It also offers almost the same safety features as the Stinger.
And the pricing is pretty much the same.
2. Acura TLX
The Acura TLX has been around since 2014. Since then, it has undergone a complete makeover to offer energetic performance and a sporty profile to boot. It is currently available in five trims levels: Acura TLX, the Acura TLX Technology, the Acura TLX A-Spec, the Acura TLX Advance, and the Acura TLX Type S.
Its wider long body frame makes it pretty easy to notice. The Acura TLX will raise your pulse with its potent engine options. The TLX Type S comes with a 3.0-liter turbocharged V6 engine, producing 355 hp and 354 lb-ft of torque.
At the same time, the lower-level trims come standard with a 2.0-liter turbo-4 spin making a smooth 272 hp. Match that performance with Acura’s torque-vectoring all-wheel-drive system (SH-AWD), and you will get an exhilarating ride!
Exterior
Outside, Acura TLX receives a facelift, making the TLX sportier. The grille with a diamond-shaped design adds to the expensive design. You will find the LED headlights and the triangular taillights stunning.
18-inch aluminum-alloy wheels come standard, whereas the top-of-the-line trim gets 19-inch alloy wheels.
Interior
Inside, the 2021 TLX is stylish and sporty. All materials are high-quality. Acura didn’t compromise on quality.
Designers used open pore-wood and genuine aluminum to upscale the interior. It comes with practical analog gauges and a rotary drive-selector that’s within your reach. Plus, there are numerous color options to choose from to match your taste.
A 10.2-inch touch screen is there to make your driving easy and enjoyable. It comes standard with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and a Wi-Fi hotspot. You can get an ELS sound system and a wireless charging pad feature if you pay more.
Seating
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At five, passengers can sit up nicely inside the Acura TLX. There is enough legroom and enough space to adjust your seat. You will be happy to know that sports seats, synthetic leather upholstery,12-way power-adjustable front seats, and heated front seats all come standard.
Cargo space
The Acura TLX offers modest trunk space. You get a mere 13.5-cubic-foot space, which is lower than its rivals.
Safety features
The Acura TLX comes with a myriad of safety and driver-assist features. From brake Assist daytime running lights to child safety locks and more.
Speed
Acura TLX can accelerate from 0-60 in 5.9 seconds.
Fuel consumption
The Acura TLX is fuel-efficient. It has an impressive 24 MPG combined (21 city/29 highway EPA rating. In contrast, the TLX’S rivals achieve a 28 MPG.
Price
The prices range between $37,700 and $53,600.
3. Honda Accord
The Honda Accord is of the sporty sedans similar to Kia Stinger. It is currently available in six models: LX, Hybrid, Sport, Sport SE, EX-L, and Touring. The baseline trim is motivated by a standard turbocharged.5-liter four-cylinder engine, making 192-horsepower.
There is also an available option of a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that releases 252 horsepower. Meanwhile, a hybrid drivetrain releases a 212 hp total.
Exterior
The exterior of the 2022 Honda Accord resembles German sedans in many ways. Honda designer’s made sure that they maintain a modern design for families on the go.
Interior
The Accord offers a spacious and stunning interior. All materials and amenities are of superior quality. The interior of the Accord comes with either cloth or leather, depending on the trim you choose.
Honda’s designers crafted the interior expertly to be as cozy as possible. All trims come standard with an eight-inch infotainment system. It gives you access to many features, including Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Bluetooth with audio streaming, and more.
Other driver-assist features that you will access include the Dual-zone automatic climate control, Push-button start, Automatic emergency braking, Lane-keeping Assist, and Adaptive cruise control.
Seating
Five passengers can fit in nicely inside the 2022 Honda Accord. Tall drivers get 40.4 inches of legroom in the second-row seats and 36.3 headroom thanks to the power-adjustable functionality. There is also heating for all seats.
Cargo space
The Accord offers the functional cargo space that most professionals need. You’ll get up to 16.7 cubic feet.
Safety features
The Accord has the following safety features, driver airbag, front head airbag, rear head airbag, brake assist, child safety locks, traction control, child safety locks, and more.
Speed
The 2022 Honda Accord can sprint from 0-60 mph in 6.6 seconds, which is impressive for its segment. In comparison, the 2.0L turbo-four engine accelerates up to 5.7 seconds.
Fuel consumption
The Accord has a combined EPA rating of 35.
Price
The 2022 Honda Accord starts at $25,470.
Why is it similar?
The Accord has a similar EPA rating as the Kia Stinger. Over and above that, the cars share the safety and driver-assist features.