Review: 2018 Kia Stinger 2.0T AWD - A Better WRX?

I review the 2.0T base model of the Kia Stinger and talk about how it compares to the more expensive Stinger GT. Towards the end of the video I also discuss whether it's better than a new Subaru WRX Limited for about the same money. What do you think about the Stinger? Thanks to Kia for providing this car for me to review!
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[@wbwayne8887]

Great review by the way. Thanks for reviewing the base model, not many have.

[@goyaskippy8144]

Damn I miss ur subaruwrx fan intro that really made you more unique I cant wait for the day I click on one of your videos and see a awesome new intro like your previous ones good job regardless Matt

[@MrRyanS1983]

Great unbiased review from the KZbinr former known as WRXFAN. But really watch almost all your reviews and I look forward to more Bullitt Mustang videos too. Thanks for doing what you do Matt.

[@Ganbala]

From A Proud Kia Owner i Approve this message...

[@CHRISCARBON3]

your title made me click the video. never thought of that comparison. good job and keep it up!

[@soamazin1985]

You know the deal.....

[@jeffclairday9807]

Really nice video. I like the way you can still get excited when driving a non performance car. And the way you keep it real with your real life weekly drive. Thanks for what you do.

[@chanhyung88]

Test drove the GT1 and fell in love with it within 5 mins of starting the car. Bought it the next day. And I come from 328i, 2 M3s and Audi S3.

[@miriammanzani1844]

I remember when you first got your brz!! And when you had to sell it because of financial issues If i remember correctly. And when you got your mustang !!! God those were the good old days when I was young ! I remember always wanting a brz because of you ! Keep up the good work man I’m glad to have re stumbled upon your channel again. :)

[@karlsandin4515]

Proper review good sir , feels as if you’ve slowed down the speaking and it really helps. Greetings from Colorado

[@Madcracka]

I own the 2.0 awd, turbos are a problem most people run up on them and they get shity gas mileage. I tried this in three different drive modes on the highway with cruise. If you keep it in economy like I did for about 70 miles , I got 39 miles to the gallon. Comfort mode which is your default mode every time you start the vehicle I was averaging 34, in sport mode which holds the revs longer and typically drives at a higher RPM on the same road for about 50 miles I got about 31 miles to the gallon. My cruise was set at 70 miles an hour. When I do a mixture of city and highway, I will change it from comfort to sport just depending on my needs and I will average about 25 miles to the gallon. Now if I feel like being Mario Andretti I'll leave it in sport mode and then that's when I'll get the crappy fuel mileage at around 19.

[@RottenAce]

I drove the 2.0T RWD version of the Stinger and I fell in love with it. It reminded me of the my 93 240sx I used to have and I had so much fun driving it and brought a smile to my face. I'm considering the Stinger as my next vehicle soon. Matt is right, test drive one and experience the Stinger.

[@FUELENT]

The Stinger platform has been full of surprises. We've definitely had to double take a few times ourselves.

[@coreytownsend5290]

Hello matt i enjoyed this video that you did of the kia stinger. I'm waiting on the video of you with the 2019 kia sorento ex

[@automotiveantics]

The more I watch your videos the better they get!! I'm trying take some tips from yours and incorporate them into mine. Hope you dont mind! Haha

[@jrwin]

Very good review!

[@harisqureshi7469]

Great review Matt! Looking into one! :) Will keep you posted.

[@johnholst]

This car is really brilliant! The base Stinger is a great alternative to the Camry or Accord in terms of features and pricing, but it will be much cooler and fun to drive. Whereas the Stinger GT is a great choice for anyone looking at an Audi A5, since it gives you a really nice car with far better performance for similar money. Kudos to Kia!

[@mkenoly1]

Matt, I would love to know which car you believe to be better, the premium 2.0 Stinger or the 2018 2.0 Honda Accord Touring. I am looking at both as they are similarly priced. Thanks!!

[@Krezo200]

You really love the car