The Last Hurrah! Kia Pays Tribute To The Car That Made it Famous, Kia Stinger Tribute Edition.

[@jimwallace4164]

This was a fun review, I think at this point with the limited changes to the Stinger over 5 years, most enthusiasts know what this car is, what it offered and how it will be missed. I recall racing my stock Q50S (RedSport 400) versus the G70 3.3T and being able to beat that in Sport and Sport+ drive modes, but could never beat the Stinger, despite its same powertrain. I'm sure weight had something to do with it, anyway....it is a surprising car that looks as good as it goes. I'm sure the Stinger will be around for a good long while in the hands of the owners that love them. Neat nostalgic feel of this video with the throwback to earlier reviews and drags. You've come a long way in a short amount of time my friend, well done.

[@SamCarLegion]

Thank you for your support buddy

[@GiantBrooklynBuffalo]

The G70 has a softer tune, suspension and weighs less..The Stinger has a more aggressive stock tune..is the reason..Great comment though .

[@Hortiz1088]

I’m so glad I got my 2021 Kia Stinger GT 2 years ago. If I ever trade it in, it will be for the Tribute Edition

[@S8ER]

no chance I can compete with this comment... you said it man 👌

[@jimwallace4164]

@S8ER a broken clock is right twice a day mate.

[@hellkitty1014]

Having been on sale since 2018, this car has stood the test of time. It was one of the few cars that never needed a mid-cycle enhancement. Plenty of factory power and performance, technology, the perfect size, etc, Kia really knocked it out and I would venture to say better executed than the G70. Sadly, the $50K+ models were always overshadowed by the Germans that cost about the same as base models. But they didn't combine the style, power, room, reliability/warranty, etc all in a single package. It is going to be missed for sure.

[@ShafinRehman]

I've put 42,000 kms on my '23 GT Elite in 13 months. Tortured on long trip, light off roading, camping, muddy and dusty forest service road to get to trailheads, hauling construction gear for work. It's mechanically been flawless and possibly one of the most satisfying vehicles I've driven for the money.

[@Xetenor]

Such an incredible car. Glad i got the latest 2023 GT2 AWD in snow white with red interior. Will be enjoying it for years to come. What I love about this car is how different it looks and feels when driving to what everyone buys always. You get quiet a lot for your money. Thanks for making this video.

[@brainblasta2]

Just got the same in RWD. 👍🏼

[@MrFirerod1]

I am thinking about trading my 18' GT with 52k in for a 2022/23 GT2 RWD

[@stanfields1049]

I'll try and find one when my 19 gets to much wear on it. Such a blast to drive and ride in

[@MyMopar383]

Great send off Sam ! Been enjoying my 2018 Blue GT2 for almost five years now! Best car I've ever owned. Still puts a smile on my face every time I get in the car!

[@stephenjablonsky1941]

I think out is safe to say that almost all Stinger owners love their car including me. I have one more year on my lease and am wrestling with the idea of buying it or getting a 2025 K5 GT.

[@Blue-moon12]

The 3.3T is a great engine. Keep up with maintenance and it will do well.

[@KobeMpthers]

How about the 2.5?

[@Blue-moon12]

@@KobeMpthers I don't know about the 2.5. But I don't believe there are many issues.

[@KobeMpthers]

@@Blue-moon12 but do you think 2.5 still valid?

[@ju4121]

Will catch fire like other Hyundai and Kia products 😂😂😂

[@hellkitty1014]

​@@KobeMpthers2.5s have been good so far. The DCTs were problematic early, but H/K addressed it for 2022+ model year.

[@z6ch728]

Traded in my ‘23 K5 GT1, will definitely be picking this up when the time is right for me

[@xcesve]

Epic underrated car. Daily drive my ‘22 rwd with jb4 map2. Surprise many cars and get so many comments about it. Also runs 12.2 1/4 mile which is very impressive for a huge family sedan.

[@mikemartinez661]

I agree bro got a rwd and it’s pushing. Makes me sad kinda 😂

[@killerbee792]

I'm hoping to get one before they disappear but I don't think it'll happen 😢

[@digmacdiggydoo]

I had leased a 2018 GT. Loved the car, looked great, fun to drive. Just had too many issues with the car. Paint issues within the first week that took two weeks to fix. Then had to have the rotors replaced twice. Then there was dealing with Kia and my local dealer. When the lease was coming up, sold it and got a Lexus GS350 F Sport. Again, I really loved the Stinger, but was concerned about long term reliability.

[@GearHead_Media]

It’s a shame the stinger was axed. I’ve had mine since February of 2019. Just hit 50K miles, been tuned to some extent since 8K and the car has responded wonderfully (And reliably). Sometimes I get the itch for something new, but the car always reels me back in. For instance, right now I’m running the LAP3 Stage 2.0 tune for the GT using water + meth. I happened upon a C8 corvette (base stingray and probably stock) we ran a 30 roll up to 90 and we were neck and neck the whole race. Dude was surprised and it gave me a smile. Made me remember why I love this car so much.

[@abulhashem-jc9mv]

I was waiting for you to review the tribute edition cause its one of the famous car in your channel. And you did fantastic job! Thank you!

[@SamCarLegion]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@aymanlockhartable]

In 2021 I was looking into used Porsche panorama, Infiniti Red sport, Audi S5 or new Dodge Charger Scat wide body! I didn’t had Stinger in mind but when I test drove it I was sold. New car with no mileage and I got 6k off msrp 10 year warranty. Stinger is solid! Car gets attention!

[@SanthoshKumar-ye3sh]

Best looking sedan in recent times..

[@tnproduction7674]

😂

[@Investor_philips]

Keep on dreaming😂😂

[@CreatorKwam]

the q looks way better also any new bimmer

[@CreatorKwam]

Best looking KIA in recent times 😂

[@TheBreakfastLover]

I thought it was a hatchback

[@AVAGrevolution]

Just paid off my 2019 GT1 ...love it even more with no payments! 😀

[@guycd1]

I"ve got a 2018 GT2 and Its the best car I've ever owned. I've never considered keeping a car for good but this is the one, I'll keep her going probably till the day i die. That matte grey is beautiful, I think i may like it even more than my aurora black.

[@zachbackar5389]

I had the same Kia Stinger in 2020 I can't believe I returned it after the Lease. If only the Dealership experience was as nice as the car?

[@YAsM-bk5kz]

Thanks a lot brother for your report .. hopefully to be one of your coming drag and roll race ❤

[@StreetGrandTour]

Great review, Sam! I love my Stinger and God willing. I'll be driving this thing for another 20 years, lol

[@cj41079]

Most underrated car out there right now....

[@canomalo3662]

Please explain why

[@bert3566]

@@canomalo3662 Doesn’t sound like you’ve driven one. Get to your dealer

[@cj41079]

@canomalo3662 Obviously, you have not been watching this channel..... What impressed me the most was it beat G70 with same engine in both drag and roll....must be that Kia Killer tune lol not to mention punching way above its weight class.....

[@canomalo3662]

@@cj41079 “ what impressed me” is the key phrase and yes I have watched how bs rolls and crap

[@canomalo3662]

@@bert3566 I haven’t and don’t aspire to drive one

[@sirprince888]

Love the video! It was awesome to see the throwback video (towards the end) of when you did a test drive of the Kia Stinger a few years ago! LOL! After sitting on the sideline, I decided to get a Kia Stinger. It is sad to see Kia discontinue the Stinger as it is such a great car. I agree that the EV6 is nice but it is an EV. Perhaps, Kia will surprise the world and bring back the Stinger in a few years (as a Hybrid?). Keep up the great work!

[@meech3889]

I had one in 2020 and sold it instantly regretted it. I just traded in my BMW i5M60 lease and am actually purchasing a 2023 GT2 AWD stinger same spec as in this video. I miss my stinger and the price now is unbeatable!

[@alengreen589]

very nice car, I like it but I think it´s sad that Kia gives the car over the years not a little bit more HP and a full digital gauge cluster, thanks 😀

[@SamCarLegion]

I totally agree!

[@BaconNationChannel]

Naw, I like that they kept it as analog as possible. That includes radio controls/temp controls.

[@brokeboy87]

The Kia Stinger is one of the few Kia's that I've bought pre-owed. it still has an amazing powertrain. The paint and interior quality isn't as great as some of the luxury brands.

[@belvederedog2563]

Great review Sam. I have enjoyed all the Stinger videos you have done. I have said it so many time in the past and I will say it again, when everything such as performance, standard equipment, space, driving experience, warranty and price are all considered, there is nothing on the road that can match it. I love my Black Beauty

[@losttyrant7482]

Proud GT RWD owner, she's my daily and my weekend car and turns heads every where

[@tonihughes6401]

I've got one of these and it's awesome. Just a great piece of engineering.

[@stevewise1656]

I own a Stinger GT2 and added the Korean E badges. People have always stared at it and then asked me what it is...not sure what they think when I tell them it's a KIA. They do say, "that's a KIA." Highlights how poorly KIA marketed the car. It's a sleeper car and when people have tried to race me, it's a joke...blows them away. I have a family of four and there's a ton of space in the rear seats and it's so easy to load a ton of stuff into the hatchback.

[@sinccrruon]

such an amazing review as always sam!! thank you!

[@Mund333M]

Best car for the Money

[@Welcometofacsistube]

BWAAAAAAHAHAHA 😂😂😂 oh. You were actually serious

[@Mund333M]

@@Welcometofacsistube hahaha yes there will always be envious people who have nothing and just hate it doesn't matter cry louder so you only confirm it

[@davidbarlow372]

one of the most underrated cars out there and if you think not ..you know nothing about cars....or maybe your just a badge snob..lol

[@mk5rob42]

No it's not, a Mustang or Camaro. You get the most bang for the buck with those cars, unless you live far up north where you need AWD....

[@Mund333M]

@@mk5rob42 sorry bro this channel show the truth a plastic Mustang without space, which is lame and only has limited performance, only the sound is good with the 5.0, otherwise Stinger is the better overall package

[@ShaustyProductions]

2022 Kia stinger owner myself. Cant agree more!

[@Grimesitty]

I own a 23 Kona N and I've always loved these - this one looks beautiful

[@jordynhixson655]

22 Elantra N here brother 🤙🏼

[@seal4ever778]

Stinger is an awesome sports sedan

[@stanfields1049]

Funnest car I ever drove. Not the fastest, but definitely the funnest. I got a 19 GT2 AWD and wow it's a blast

[@flameangel202]

It sure is fun, I have a my 19 Microblue. The word Fun is incorporated into my plate. Best car iv'e owned to date and I will be hanging onto Sonic for a long time yet.

[@forevr_8]

Excellent review, it's a phenomenal vehicle!

[@SamCarLegion]

It really is!

[@mickeybickeyboston]

Thank you for your content. I just subscribed and wanted to hear your thoughts on the 2.5 turbo version of the Stinger. I realize the bigger engine is a lot more powerful and a top choice, but I am closely looking at this sedan and wondering for a daily driver that also has plenty of power on the highway for passing and great handling what your thoughts are on the smaller engine of this great car. Thank you.

[@SamCarLegion]

Go for the V6

[@mickeybickeyboston]

Thank you! I appreciate it, and I'm sad to see Kia discontinuing this. @@SamCarLegion

[@Paul-if3fo]

Glad I picked up a Tribute.

[@SamCarLegion]

Congratulations

[@axc8932]

The DRIFT mode was the best special editions

[@ceedoubleyou]

the very last of affordable performance sedans available worldwide, Ford of Australia in 2016, then GM of Australia in 2017, Merc, BMW and Audi can now continue to charge and arm and a leg.

[@Hexa8]

Loved the color and the location you selected❤....great job

[@sethi100]

Thanks. I doubt when it’s my time to buy my new car in Feb of 2024 I suspect no new ones on the lots. But if I’m lucky enough - how is the view out the rear window?

[@louissnipe6778]

My only thing is i want something a little longer..like the A7, but this is a wonderful car. If i was more of a small car guy id be in love.

[@seal4ever778]

That matte silver 👌🏻

[@JSBF2013]

I love my black Stinger : o )

[@ahmedn.4085]

I have one it's a 2022 GT2 scorpion edition, and i love this thing to the core. BUT: I am a big guy, I am 6.1-6.2 ft and weigh around 250 lbs. i CAN NOT get a comfortable seating, and my back hurts occasionally! I am asking if i have any solution to this problem from "similar" fellow stinger owners besides hitting the gym 😅

[@S4von]

whats the music name at the start?

[@f.xavier1842]

J'adore cette voiture, si j'avais les moyens financiers j'en aurais déjà acheté une... Merci de lui rendre hommage 👍

[@peterdang8107]

Such an amazing car

[@f8c3themusic]

This is one of my dream cars but you can barely find them in my area. I am happy with my Kia K5 but would love a Stinger. Imagine the Stinger as full EV like a Tesla. I hope they make that!

[@stingergt2107]

Haters gonna hate. I love mine and I’ll be sad when it comes time to replace it.

[@therapy_withjim]

Funny when i bought my Stinger, they offered me a tribute but they didnt explain well the difference so i didnt see the benefit. 2 weeks after I bought my Stinger they got a Tribute in and I did regret not waiting for it. Nevertheless I still have a beautiful white Stinger Elite so Im not complaining 😊

[@d.supreme8592]

Half the people who own BMW’s, Mercedes etc can’t truly afford them in totality.

[@avis1978]

That's why they lease them. It's all a big show off. My 2020 stinger GT is paid off a year ago.

[@nanditareekara658]

Kia ❤ is a far better in designing than hyundai! Other than ioniq 5!

[@coleromani8420]

❤❤❤❤❤

[@michaelthompson4178]

I'm so glad i bought this car. Paid 36k brand new in 2020. Originally wanted a Charger or a Chevy SS. Both of those are rwd only so they would be horrible in a MN winter. Thinking back on it, the Stinger is wayyyyy better than a Charger in every aspect except the V8 sound. I've gotten used to the turbos spooling now and my other car is a gen 2 ⚡ so i get the best of both worlds. The Chevy SS is hard to beat (although the Stinger is faster stock) with the LS3. I still kinda want one but i don't need another car that i can't/dont wanna drive in the winter. Stinger has been nothing but reliable and i always get the "thats a kia?" Car is great in all conditions. Maybe if i lived down South and never had to haul anything I'd have a different car, idk. Maybe a CTS-V coupe. Not much else out there i like. Somebody said its a small car? I'm 6' 300lbs and i fit in it just fine.

[@nitramttellek8896]

Just love the Stinger

[@Blue-moon12]

I would recommend the G70 with the 3.3T

[@MikeYurbasovich]

That's better than the stinger, but who spends 60k on a Hyundai? Not me.

[@Blue-moon12]

@Mike-lt6sj Is Lexus Toyota? Is Nissan Infiniti? Genesis is a great brand in my opinion. From a long term owner.

[@MikeYurbasovich]

@@Blue-moon12 It is. I own an Acura, which is a Honda product. When I order parts, they come from Honda. It's a Honda.

[@henrikhook.]

How big is the luggage boot (in liters standard and with the backs of the rear seats folded) in the Kia Stinger model?. 🤔

[@Mund333M]

Standard 406ltr and folded 1150ltr

[@TheDonRomannn]

They should have just made the stinger a plug in hybrid..

[@regularguyfritz9450]

Totally agree! From day one, I thought it was a great car.

[@d.supreme8592]

I’d rather purchase this over the m5. Save 40 or 50k and place that into an investment account

[@danielmartins9901]

Will they lower the prices of the Stingers that are left? 😭😭😭

[@nickcheema907]

remembered for generations???? LOL I love the hype.

[@KingFoopaTroopa]

The stinger did not put kia on the map lol

[@SamCarLegion]

The Kia Niro did!

[@KingFoopaTroopa]

@@SamCarLegion yes technology played a factor big time

[@nard1000]

You're right, the 3rd gen Optima did put Kia on the map. The Stinger put Kia on the map with enthusiasts. The Forte Koup was all-show-no-go. The Optima was visually striking... and that was it. No driving dynamics (fwd). The Stinger however, was the total package. Great looks, great engine, great driving dynamics. This car is going to be a used car gem!

[@Cgee3]

Stinger threads never disappoint with the troll content.

[@TillTheThrill19]

Not sure if it was mentioned or if i happen to miss it. Anyone know why KIA will no longer continue to produce the Stinger?

[@SamCarLegion]

They want to go electric

[@SamCarLegion]

I said it at the beginning

[@Cgee3]

What Sam said and also vehicle sales.

[@TillTheThrill19]

@@SamCarLegion thanks Sam. Keep up with the good work. Appreciate your reply back

[@armofiron7435]

Ev6 is not the Stinger replacement. They coexist. 2025 Kia GT1 EV will replace it. 600+hp and 800km autonomy. It will be electric, but it should be a good continuity...

[@EliteGrinderQV]

Personally for me, it’s very good looking. The exhausts are a no for me honesty

[@gfdia35]

Owning a 19 the new brake lights are a crime ,,, why would you not want the Mazerati tail lights and want your stinger to have pretty much the k5 tail light ,, it blows my mind people actually updating older ones to the new Non Mazerati lights 🤦🤦🤦🤦🤦🤦

[@murmovies]

High pressure fuel pump went bad at 47k miles. Fun car but wouldnt reccomend after warranty ends.

[@shawnzeman129]

So glad I have one, and will never get rude of her. She's still turning heads and eating up American muscle cars......stock. EV is ruining a lot of good things

[@Shine_kk]

야 외국놈들아 스팅어 진짜 괜찮다 한번 타봐라!!!!!

[@nickcheema907]

KIA is a legend in their own mind! LOL Imagine a company launching a "tribute" edition as a final send off for a car that tanked so badly in sales, that it's production was discontinued! LOL

[@rodleonard2088]

A sad mistake by Kia in cancelling this exceptional GT for a customer EV experiment which will suffer due to lack of EV infrastructure. My real wheel GT has mostly been used on motorway distance driving & has a ‘recorded average’ fuel usage of 8 litres per 100km, now with 113,000km & still the original brake pads fitted. In essence, a very special build that has no other value for money performance, quality or smoothness equivalent in what is a ‘standard package’. Bad mistake Kia in not continuing this GT for an EV that is way too early for a very immature EV world. XXXX

[@TheBreakfastLover]

I was actually shopping for a Stinger GT before I got my Audi S5 Sportback in 2018. The Kia dealer had multiple unsold Stinger's on the lot, but wouldn't even let me sit in one, let alone test drive. Left the Kia dealership and never looked back. So I'm not surprised it sold poorly and was discontinued.

[@AaronSmith561]

Wow they didn't even let you sit in it. I don't know what kinda game they're playing but thats a terrible way to sell a car.

[@TheBreakfastLover]

@@davevolz6138 yeah, the Audi dealership was way more accommodating. They let me keep their S5 demo overnight. Not to mention the dealership itself was a lot more luxurious than the Kia dealer. The Kia dealer felt like a random used car store.

[@Jweiss76]

Most kia dealerships suck. Which is the biggest drawback to owning one.

[@Blue-moon12]

​@@Jweiss76Agreed. However Genesis have been brilliant to deal with

[@Jweiss76]

@@Blue-moon12 yeah they are considered a luxury brand so that makes sense. My wife owns a Hyundai and even their dealerships are better than Kia despite being under the same parent company 🫤

[@goldeneye9381]

Well the enginees who design the BMW M are the one's who design the STINGER .. by the M vice president of engineering Albert Bierman in 2017

[@KoreanAmericanLawyer.NewPortBe]

Great investment

[@txvet7738]

I blame the forced governmental change to EV for the downfall of this amazing car!

[@SamCarLegion]

Same

[@NYCQ50]

What the hell is a lunch control

[@SamCarLegion]

You need to clear your ears - or take some classes. It’s launch control if you never heard of it before. Is a set of parameters in the automobile created to get the best start off the line. It has a set RPM, traction control and correct gear to get the best start. Like launching a space shuttle:) Cheers

[@RyanJohnson-ft6qi]

Pretty sure telluride made kia what it is today

[@SamCarLegion]

Nahhh - it helped, but this made Kia popular

[@mmf9765]

This car was missing back seat ambient lighting, digital dash and a lil bit more power

[@NYCQ50]

Despite the better interior and infotainment I'd still take a q50 red sport

[@balmainattitude]

facts

[@MikeYurbasovich]

I'd take a regular Q50 over this car, it's fugly. It would be fun to drive, but then it's a Kia and fast is all its got.

[@XChronicHash]

TREE-BUTE

[@SamCarLegion]

tri·byoot

[@invalidusername_5101]

I just don't understand .. why Kia ?

[@KoreanAmericanLawyer.NewPortBe]

BMW BENZ AUDI KILLER ❤

[@X1Stormyy]

🙁

[@NafR24]

The car that copied BMW 3 series!

[@UnderWarranty]

How did you figure that ? Guess you meant the 4 Series as well

[@NafR24]

@@UnderWarranty front looks very similar to last gen 340i

[@UnderWarranty]

Headlights look similer but stinger looks better and stands out more. In the UK BMWs are so common, no one turns their head to look at a BMW or Audi. Might aswell drive a ford fiesta. But when you see a stinger go by everyone looks. Makes it feel more special

[@skillz1855]

Man those cars have Bad engines here, No one really wants them. Good looking car though

[@luciusael]

It just doesn't look good...

[@thomasmicaelcannon7867]

No BODY CARES IS A KIA 😂

[@ExecuteBrandon]

Stinger failed in the market… 😂😂😂 Kia has no brand value in US. People buy it because it’s cheap. This is the very reason why Stinger failed - it was too expensive.

[@trieunguyen5897]

The interior is not so great,

[@valentinorossi7771]

3 big flaws a) the bulky, thick, wide C pillar restricting visibility which in turn is bad for safety b) 250 to 300 lbs too damn heavy c) look at the specific power and torque (power and torque per liter) and it falls behind its competitors. Want an example? This car (3342 cc in displacement) is only 23% more powerful and 38% torquier than the 1618 cc Corolla GR, so the stinger has 106% displacement advantage. FAIL! F grade. Finally one must compare stock vs stock and NOT stock vs modified.

[@jacobw6811]

The GR is running at 25psi max boost in its turbos to compensate for its displacement disadvantage. The Stinger is 11-12psi max in stock form. You’re not talking about most competitors when you compare the GR’s 3-cyl engine. If you boost the stock Stinger to just 19-20psi with a $500 piggyback, your numbers move to 43% more hp and 50% more torque

[@valentinorossi7771]

"if you boost..." that is hypothetical. That statement can't be verified. The fact remains that GR corolla is the more high tech of the. Likewise the A5 AMG, Golf R etc compared to the stinger. By the way not everyone knows that GR runs a max 25 psi boost and Stinger only 12. @@jacobw6811

[@Rainsoldier66]

Its not the same car class....moron

[@Welcometofacsistube]

Garbage brand 25 years ago, Garbage brand now

[@Mund333M]

only an envious person can say, Kia sells more cars because they've gotten better and are number 3 worldwide, so they're better than many wannabe premium disposable shit like Mercedes or BMW and yes I've driven and tested many 😉

[@AaronSmith561]

Elaborate on why it's garbage.

[@Mund333M]

@@AaronSmith561 because a stinger has pulled him off several times that creates hate

[@mk5rob42]

Not garbage at all. It improved dramatically over the years....

[@davidbarlow372]

he is more then likely a badge snob,,,,,or maybe a stinger trashed him in a race

[@ElegalvicnLa]

Great video Daamnn I want one but don’t want the payment

[@mrfliggleson]

14:30 aint no way yall drivin on the wrong side of the road just for a good shot 😭

[@SamCarLegion]

It’s actually a flipped camera. It looks like that, but it’s just flipping the camera view ;)

[@ElegalvicnLa]

Kia Screwed up they should’ve made the Next Gen with a Hybrid but instead choosing to kill it off don’t make sense. Dodge is smart there selling chargers and challengers like hot cakes because they have a good product

[@Cgee3]

I agree, hybrid would have been the way to go.

[@justwondering9287]

This car didn't make Kia famous or put it on the map. It hasn't existed that long. The Optima would be the car that put Kia on the map.