Should You Buy the Base Model? 2022 Kia Stinger GT-Line [Full Review!]

[@HelloRoad]

What do you think of the Stinger? Would you take this "base model" GT-Line over the higher priced and more powerful GT? What other cars would you consider?

[@RetroCarsForever]

It's one of the very few modern cars that I would happily own...Seems to do everything well, PLUS you get that killer Kia warranty. Good to know it does great on those backroads, now I might ACTUALLY have to consider owning one!

[@mexicanspec]

I test drove the Gt a couple of year ago and wanted it. The finances never came through. Also 850K is a lot to pay for a car.

[@wjadams2]

I wish I could get one with a manual. But, yeah the base model seems nice. Great video, as always!

[@Victic005]

I got my GT for less than this GT-line in 2019.

[@TheStruggleistooReal]

I'd take this over a GT model. Honestly for the price and better MPG it's a good compromise. Hope to own one one day same color and trim you tested.

[@dned23]

Just purchased this car on Friday. It's a 2023 same color same trim with sun & sound package and Apex package. 5k miles paid only 34k. This car is absolutely incredible. I love it.

[@DanRoBurton]

I have the same although with the tan interior. 👍🏼 I'm wondering how many Apex Package cars were built since they were only for '23 and how many specifically with paint color and interior colors.

[@derekj.tejeda267]

I had people laugh at me when I mentioned that the Stinger is one hell of a car, and I would pay the money for it. Your review just shows how awesome that car is. 💜

[@tonywellington7854]

i just laughed

[@WynterK]

People are ignorant.

[@haroldmin7562]

Honestly not trying to brag but I think I'm kinda getting uncomfortable with the stares I get when driving around in my stinger. I think people think it's a better car than it is and they probably don't know what it is unless they look real hard at the kia logo. but it was nice at first but I'm kind of a low-key guy. Is this how pretty women feel everyday? they get stared at constantly and probably like the attention at first and then it gets old or uncomfortable...LOLOL

[@derekj.tejeda267]

@@haroldmin7562 I understand that feeling.

[@jedi7158]

Some drives cars for others while I will drive mine for myself

[@chrisgnonya]

Got my wife a 2022 GT-Line, it's pretty quick, very comfortable and on the highway she is able to get 39 mpg's on long trips. That part blew me away. For the money it's a really great car.

[@loitersquadX]

And warranty

[@doudymac]

@@loitersquadX 💯. Unmatched warranty. Many people forget about that. Hyundai/Kia are the best bang for the buck these days.

[@dned23]

What mode are you getting those mpg?

[@bactanite]

One of the best features is that the base model Stinger is available without a sunroof.

[@thecutlemon8101]

Such an underrated channel with really entertaining and well made videos. Keep up the amazing work!

[@HelloRoad]

Thanks so much for the kind words :) :) :)

[@ceetwyce335]

I agree!

[@TransAmMike1]

As a 2.5 stinger owner I agree with this message. And your daughters review was on point

[@KobeMpthers]

Is 2.5 quick enough?

[@FlowStateNewOrleans]

I have a 2020 GT2 that I got in June of 2020. I adore the car. I didn't even consider the 2.0 GT-Line. I might have considered the 2.5 if it had been out last year, but probably still would have bought the GT2. If the Stinger sold better, I think it would make a lot of sense for them to offer 4 models, a sort of GT-Line 1 & 2 that are the same as the GT 1 & 2 except for the engine. If the used car market ever settles back down toward something more normal, I think these would a very tempting used car purchase for many people.

[@sonydominates]

Yeah, I wish the offered some of the GT2 features on the GT-Line like they do in Korea. 360 camera and cooled seats would be nice additions

[@stephenjablonsky1941]

I just got mid ceramic silver model with the red seats. I also bought red carpets online and now the car looks amazing. This an amazing value and will probably be problem free. I made the car even faster by getting a license plate that reads STINGRR. You will love this car. Get one before they are all gone.

[@jeffmorse645]

To save at least $7,000 over the V6? Sure I'd buy one. One pet peeve - you can't get ventilated seats on the base trim. I have no idea why so many car makers force you into a top trim level just to get them.

[@milesnelson1819]

Just bought one a couple weeks back and have absolutely enjoyed it! I’m a 20something guy who’s wanted a sports car all my life but figured a fun fast car was way out of my budget. This thing has blown me away at the amount of car I got for less than $40k, and short of racing my friends V8 Charger it’s totally speedy enough for my liking. Great review, if I hadn’t already been interested in it before, your video would have definitely made me take a look!

[@KobeMpthers]

So you race your friend v8? Is it an rt? Is 2.5 faster than rt?

[@craiggood8972]

Got a 2022 GT2 Scorpion a couple months ago and love it. Great performance and a ton of fun to drive.

[@thebluexb]

Great in-depth review and great color on the Stinger, those white gold accents finish it off! The exterior reminds me of a Charger and the interior reminds me of a Mercedes sedan, which isn't a bad thing at all

[@kelemenkaban2505]

Is this a backdoor pilot for your daughter's new KZbin channel? Her attention to details is really amazing... Better watch out for this direct competition :)

[@HelloRoad]

She’s way better at this than I am

[@LazyTacoProductions]

the base makes a convincing argument over a GT. Even money aside savings aside, there is objective benefits of being lighter for better handling (plus less wear and tear on brakes that the stinger is infamous for) and having a much longer range with the stingers tiny fuel tank

[@josephparker9726]

I’ve owned a v6 twin and now own a 2022 gt line !!! Mascot green. The best PART IS THE GAS MILEAGE The v6 twin sucked so bad with gas and the gt line is way better for morning commute and you get the same luxury feeling and style .

[@johnkhuon7039]

I purchased a 22 GT line back in July and I couldn't be happier. Wanted a stinger with the TT V6 since the car came out but finances and Cali gas prices weren't having it. I was originally going to get an accord for the daily but with accord markups prices were basically the same as the GT line so I jumped for it and don't regret it.

[@danr154]

Yea the 2.5 L is enough for me.....glad its workin out for ya. Prices are just too crazy i just cant.....my current car is paod off I cant go from zero to 400-500 per month.

[@Eanakba]

@@danr154 hey guys, how is the suspension? Is it a smooth ride?

[@jaysweeney9279]

Whats your real mpg for the gt-line?

[@KobeMpthers]

Is the 2.5 faster than accord 2.0?

[@DanRoBurton]

Actually the headlamps on the '22 and '23 GT-Line are very different from the previous ones. The previous headlamps looked like economy car lights. The redesigned ones look MUCH better ! !

[@danr154]

Ill take one in Panthera Grey with AWD but skip the sunroof package. This level of power is fine.....though if I bought it id mod it to improve the sound if I could.

[@DigitalCubeAU]

Good to see your daughter enjoy it. I place an order for a stinger because my kids want a racing car. Hope they will enjoy as much as she does.

[@Staatus_Quo]

Always dug the Stinger. A great dark horse that seemingly came out of nowhere from Kia. Also, great to see your daughter so into cars. My daughter is three, and loves my SAAB. My ten year old son doesn't care, and just wants more Minecraft. Lol

[@jazzbeau507]

Montage is a good idea at the beginning. Unique to this channel.

[@ksoriano9766]

this is weird! I have exactly the same Stinger gt line; same color, same sun and sound package. the only difference is mine is 2023 and awd. I even drove it in some pretty curvy road in California, just like the one in the video!! my wife and I took it from Utah to Illinois and it was a blast to drive, not to mention the adaptive cruise control helps a lot to not get too tired during the monotony of Montana highways. I got to say, I really enjoy it, but here in Utah, they are rare, specially the GT line. almost every time I see one is a GT1 or a GT2. that's why I painted my calipers red, as my wife says: "it has Brembo brakes... from far away." 😂😂

[@vanetl]

We have the same car and it was hard for me to find one exactly like that. There are not of ascot green w black interior. Can I ask what was the final price on yours?

[@ksoriano9766]

@@vanetl fortunately, we have a local KIA dealer that does not charge crazy dealer fees, mine was about 43k out the door

[@n-power-automotive]

What kind of gas mileage are you getting from your GT Line AWD?

[@erykahs2539]

I have the 2022 gt line AWD white w/red interior I’m in love I don’t need a v6 just want the sound!!! Looking to upgrade the exhaust one day!

[@chrisgnonya]

I got my wife the ceramic silver with the red leather. The red leather makes the whole interior pop.😉 Sadly no AWD 😐 I would have liked that.

[@erykahs2539]

@@chrisgnonya that’s the one I really wanted but was to inpatient to wait for it

[@erminqw]

I have about 140 k miles in my older model I had for about 5 years But your review of this updated model makes me get that model I will definitely prefer the All wheel drive

[@andrewhopkins1010]

I've always thought those were sexy. If I were in the market for a car I'd definitely consider one. And as someone who grew up in the 80s and 90s it is so weird to hear a "GT" line referred to as a base model :D

[@gregorysmith3763]

my cousin traded-in his Maser QP5 on a GT2 with ZERO regrets, two+ years now

[@Terribad13]

Driving a 2020 GT-line with the sunroof package. I pay $324/m and I'd say it's a great car at this value.

[@Eanakba]

Is it a smooth ride? I'm wondering if I'll want the one with adaptive suspension.

[@Terribad13]

@@Eanakba I think so. I drove the GT2 and didn't notice much of a difference day-to-day.

[@DavidDLee]

I put my eye on the Stinger GT-Line, which I prefer over the more powerful trims. It's not without faults, but it checks many boxes. I wish it did not have real leather and that it would be at least 200lb lighter. Shame it is hard to get cars these days.

[@KobeMpthers]

Is your 2.5 quicker than accord 2.0?

[@DavidDLee]

@@KobeMpthers I did not get one yet, because of the crazy prices and market adjustments. I think the Stinger is a bit faster (MT 5.2 vs 5.5). The more important difference is the RWD, which Honda, sadly, does not offer.

[@brianforsythe4516]

I love my 2020 GT TT AWD. It is a blast to drive. Every. Day.

[@bassandtrebleclef]

Loved that you looked at this from a family perspective. Thank you!

[@HelloRoad]

You're welcome. Thanks for watching!!! :)

[@Jmdp.94]

the Stinger is much better bang for your buck even in base model trim, yet many people still avoid it because it's a Kia..

[@donmynack]

This video is missing a drag race against the Probe GT.

[@NeXTAdventures82]

I HAVE ALWAYS LOVED THE KIA STINGER. I was more of a fan of the bigger motor compared to the base model when the Stinger first debut. Now with the base Stinger making 300 HP and 311 FT LBS OF TORQUE the base Stinger is more appealing. Will you test drive the Stinger with the larger motor?

[@EbonB]

I have always liked the stinger, but if I cld afford it I’d get the v6tt gt2, but they aren’t cheap. I have a Sonata NLine and wld love for it to have awd…that’s the only thing I think the stinger has over the NLine. Great review!

[@DM-fp8uw]

The bigger engine is great, but that’s almost 5k more than the previous base car. The base stinger used to be $32k

[@deanmoncaster]

I've wanted one since the moment I drove one

[@Victic005]

I paid $32k for my 2019 base GT with the 3.3TT brand new in 2019.

[@420hansol]

how? that's one hell of a deal

[@Victic005]

@@420hansol that’s what some dealers were selling it back then, when it was not selling well.

[@420hansol]

@@Victic005 nice man, you got really lucky lol

[@Victic005]

@@420hansol yes I did, in a time when most people don't believe in Kia.

[@hullinger]

I’m so glad you did the base Stinger. I’m casually new car shopping and this car and trim level is on my list, so thanks. I’m also diggin your new sidekick. Your daughter is super cute and her pronunciation is stellar. No doubt she’ll have a future as a voice talent! Great video and great job, as always.

[@mexicanspec]

Hey Chris. You should test drive both the base and the GT. The GT is an amazing car. It is too bad the AWD version is not available in Mexico.

[@hullinger]

@@mexicanspec Hey bud! Nice to see you here. And thanks for the tip and yeah, I'll check out both.

[@mexicanspec]

@@hullinger I test drover the V6 a couple of years ago. I was IMPRESSED.

[@TeeWadeG]

@@hullinger far more people are going to advocate for the V6 so I will play devils advocate. Depending on elevations of where you live this thing will easily get 36+ mpg on the highway. It makes excellent power as well. This is first 300HP 30MPG offering from a popular brand ever. Then tac on RWD. And on top of that, this engine is Port Injected and Direct Injected. This a technology that Toyota and Lexus have used in their vehicles for awhile but their engines are extremely uninspiring. Direct injection has been a big down side to just about all vehicles the last 10 years. We have always been restricted to luxury cars if we wanted a RWD with high level of efficiency and power. Now we get it in a popular brand. Popular brands or luxury, very few have Port Injection and Direct Injection. This engine is going to be solid as a rock.

[@bigdane87]

Kia stinger. Dad tested, kid approved. I also bump a tribe called quest and annoy the people around me haha

[@jhtnpa]

Great review. I own this exact one and love it. I do wish it had power lift gate and built in Homelink for garage door opener though.

[@KobeMpthers]

Is it quicker than accord 2.0?

[@jhtnpa]

@@KobeMpthers not sure. Never raced one. I’m sure there’s some 0-60 time comparisons from reputable reviewers like car and driver or motor trend you could Google to find out. Can’t knock a Honda…they make good vehicles.

[@4522-SC]

You can buy a rearview mirror to open your garage for about $300.

[@Jimmyjam33]

Needs an option for larger wheels, 19s at least. The VW Arteon will now produce 295hp 295ftlbs. Will be interesting to see how these stack up.

[@kim99jung]

Absolutely not, 18" is the perfect sized for performance.

[@carlseiler6441]

Another good review. I am too cheap, though. Worst time to buy a car, but spent hours getting the best deal I could on the Nissan Versa sedan my wife and I had to buy because of the 2006 Sportage collision damage 😢. Kia had nothing on the lot. Wanted the base model Versa but couldn’t find one.

[@vincer6974]

I have a white one and i love the thing, it's a fantastic car.

[@datboijon]

The tough call is a new gt line or a used gt1

[@archiarch10]

Used GT1 cause you get the V6, Harman Kardon speakers, and the more attractive taillights imo

[@unstablebobgable]

Nice thorough video brother. And your daughter is a cutie pie

[@joebledea]

Great review, thank you

[@HelloRoad]

Thank you! And thanks for watching!! :)

[@Victic005]

No way. The previous tail lights looks a lot better.

[@HelloRoad]

🤔🤔🤔🤔

[@tonywellington7854]

pretty clear the audi a7 was the inspiration for this vehicle

[@Ben-bs4od]

Hi Ethan, What would be your pick for a bargain used sports car? Something smaller like a Mazda 3, Mazda Miata, or Volvo C30 turbo, or 1997 Supra, something smaller and easier to navigate small town and city roads. Or something like this, or a Saab 9-5 used, bigger, heavier cars?

[@k_s.m]

Never in a milion years would 2.0 make 0-60 in 6sec, this is the Kia's pipedream. 2.0 can make it in lower 7s at max. 2.5L seems to be a great upgrade in this field for sure. Good for the owners that Kia's haters won't even try this car. At least it's not as popular and it's not an every third car in the street like its german rivals, which gives You sort of a feeling You're driving something great looking and unique..

[@KobeMpthers]

Is 2.5 stinger enough

[@gbgary]

is there not a base GT anymore? in 19 and 20 there was a base GT...then the GT1 then the GT2. my base 19 GT has the 3.3 TT. it stickered at 38...I got it for 31 in Nov 2019. great car.

[@jbelfort42069]

hard to justify this when used gt1s and gt2s could be found for similar price

[@MandusahRamirez]

Nothing like Combining The 2 Things You Love The Most!👨‍👧🏎❤️💪🏽

[@jacegibson6252]

im deciding if i want the GT line or the accord 2.0 touring started with 5 cars now I'm down to these 2

[@alexs.5397]

Get the stinger 👍

[@TheFiendRacer]

What did u get I’m in the same boat. I’m debating between this, 2.0t touring or my last choose Infiniti q50/60

[@KobeMpthers]

What are the other 3 cars?

[@DreamReaper35]

How tall are you? I’m 6”5 , I wanna know if it would be comfortable for me because I really like this car

[@HelloRoad]

I'm 6'3. Plenty of space in the front, I don't think it would be an issue :)

[@dned23]

No way. Anyone over 6 foot will have issues with headroom.

[@jacobvesper2963]

Try launch control next time it works better.

[@DragPakMerc]

Thanks for the excellent review. I just have to say that calling the base model "GT-Line" rather than just "GT" (or "GT1" and have the step-up models be "GT2" and "GT3") seems positively goofy. But with that out of the way, while it would still depend on a test drive, if I were shopping today the base model would now be in the running, when it wasn't before. And although I'm not a fan of green cars in general, the paint on your test car is surprisingly attractive. Looking forward to seeing one in person, as I'm curious how the look will translate from a computer monitor to real life. Would also like to see that exterior shade mated with a sand or saddle colored interior instead of charcoal. Now if KIA would only make a manual transmission available, they'd really have something.

[@bobo5150]

Those exhaust finishers make this an easy pass.

[@HelloRoad]

Lots of new cars have this. I wish they'd stop it!

[@loitersquadX]

I have 2022 kia k5 ex and need it to be the exact same interior but with 300 hp is the stinger the same

[@atthecross3581]

Can't wait to I get one of those

[@dec7952]

I have the 2023 GT line and I feel it’s quick enough for me😊

[@KobeMpthers]

What’s the 0-60

[@dec7952]

@@KobeMpthers Based on the specs it says 5.3. To be honest, I haven’t confirmed this because it never really mattered to me. But some videos says it’s quicker than that and especially if it’s modified it def would be quicker.

[@KobeMpthers]

@@dec7952 do you have the awd? And how many miles do you have now? And is there any issue?

[@dec7952]

@@KobeMpthers I have the RWD version and I have 800 miles on it currently and no issues so far 🤞🏼

[@KobeMpthers]

@@dec7952 nice. What’s your previous car before the stinger?

[@lincolnparc8897]

I'm an OG subscriber to Hello Road.

[@HelloRoad]

Yesssssssssssssss

[@mexicanspec]

Has the Stinger been selling in the US?

[@TakuroSpirit77]

Referring to all car horns as "Beepers" now. ☺️

[@HelloRoad]

Haha!!!

[@c7zftw777]

Love my 2023 gt line.

[@royhsieh4307]

after i saw this car: gone are the honda days, kia all the way.

[@philsa877]

That's so funny you say that, I work for a Kia Dealership and I decided to buy a 21 Honda Accord sport but now I'll be upgrading to this exact gt-line in ascot green but with AWD. So much more car for the money

[@ceetwyce335]

What you know about ATCQ? See, that's why I fwy. 👍🏿✊🏿

[@metallutca]

The "ovals" 😆. Great review 👍🏽

[@dantheman9395]

Is the manual still a thing?

[@btrdangerdan2010]

She's cute with the commentary

[@GSXSF1k]

I had a Kia Soul and the passenger outside door opener fell off! This happened when the car was.only 6 months old. The Kia dealership didn't honor their bumper to bumper warranty. A waste of money!!!

[@HelloRoad]

Ugh!

[@blue_lancer_es]

Baby girl is going to leave you without a job. Great vid. Love the stinger.

[@HelloRoad]

Haha thanks! She's much better at my job than I am.

[@minecraft2029]

What color is that?

[@mubirunisworth8020]

Nice car. Well-done stinger

[@infernoking7504]

This is the only kia I like legit the only one

[@HelloRoad]

Good choice, this one is fannnnnntastic

[@mexicanspec]

The Forte GT hatchback with the turbo engine and manual transmission is a decent, fun car.

[@bc8580]

How does the Alfa Romeo Giulia Veloce compare to the Kia Stinger in driving dynamics? I believe it beats the Stinger hands down and is also a work of art.

[@danr154]

ive heard the driving dynamics are better but its less comfortable over bumps and normal pavement, sounds better, a bit more luxurious looking interior. Doesnt have a hatch and a good bit more expensove im guessing.

[@4522-SC]

Alfa Romeo is a good looking car, but it scores poor in reliability and doesn't offer the same warranty. Stinger has more spacious back seating.

[@angrygamer69]

Maybe make a video where you are not wearing boxer shorts? LOL

[@HelloRoad]

I don't think anyone wants to see me do naked car reviews

[@angrygamer69]

@@HelloRoad you be surprised!

[@HelloRoad]

@@angrygamer69 🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔

[@mc3films]

Bravo, my friend.

[@HelloRoad]

Thanks dood!! PS Can't wait to check out the Camry!!!

[@joskjj3625]

Hyundai,Kia and genesis are doing a better job at making vehicles than Nissan,Mitsubishi and Infiniti

[@HelloRoad]

They are killing it with their new designs

[@joskjj3625]

@@HelloRoad keep up the good work dude, God bless Jesus loves you

[@decayofalberta1520]

They should make a manual. The car make sell faster. The body line make it look like ab64 charger.

[@HelloRoad]

I'd love a manual in this thing! Sadly very few people buy manuals anymore 😭

[@decayofalberta1520]

@@HelloRoad that’s true, I got 2 manual 80’s fords. Their are car nuts out there that want manuals. They usually go to BMW, mustang, or the top brand first. Before they would go to a KIA

[@kelemenkaban2505]

Red or blue over this dreadful dark grey, please...

[@HelloRoad]

I think maybe the gloomy day didn't do this paint color justice. It's actually a nice deep green/blue

[@mexicanspec]

With the red you can't see the long side marker light, so that is a plus if you don't like that design feature.

[@boost331]

Kia\hyundai have been making good powerful cars recently. But they all have 1 fatal flaw... no limited slip. The K5 GT\Sonata N line as well and now the base model stinger\G70 are the same. The FWD cars are useless in the first couple gears. They cant put power down at all. Thats not as bad on the RWD models thanks to gravity and inertia. When it is wet or snowy these things struggle. Come on koreans, spend the few extra bucks and make them limited slip.

[@T2ManOnTheMoon]

Perfect car

[@boyzepter]

Discontinued next March 2022... not a good tho...

[@HelloRoad]

😭

[@Jflux69]

Great car..

[@bign1667]

I like it

[@k_s.m]

I would disagree the buttons don't look as posh. Audi/Bmw/Mercedes' interiors have become utterly ugly, with all those tablets, childish styling, and digital gauges (BMW is the most terrible on the grid). Stinger looks excellent from the exterior, reminding of a Maserati or something way more luxurious, has the best-styled classic interior from all the brands, with a touch of a modern look, analog clocks included, plenty of room, has a good engine, sporty style and gets all of the fancy features in the standard package, being the least expensive of all the premium sedans at the same time. Not enough? Don't buy Kia, at least I'd feel more unique on the roads :D

[@KobeMpthers]

Do you have a 2.5 stinger?

[@k_s.m]

@@KobeMpthers My cousin has, and a good friend of mine. I drove and used this car for some time. I'm planning on buying one this year. I really like it, for many reasons. Mainly because it's not common on the roads, and it looks good.

[@KobeMpthers]

@@k_s.m so you don’t have need the 3.3 stinger which is v6. So the 2.5 stinger is enough?

[@wristhurt]

애기 귀엽다.

[@before1984soul]

i'll never buy a kia