Should you be EMBARRASSED to spend $49,000 on a Kia Stinger GT?

The 2018 Kia Stinger GT has some very compelling features. AND some very impressive performance. But still, some people seem to be afraid of the badge. This week I find out if the Stinger is worth it's (quite reasonable) Price Tag.
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[@ThrottleHouse]

Hope everyone enjoyed the video! Let me know if you would own the Stinger below! Also a note: I said 7 speed transmission and it’s an 8 speed... who gave me a job doing this anyway...

[@Skippy333]

This car is superb and worth every penny. If you can't look past the badge to appreciate a car you are not a true enthusiast.

[@gr8outdoors966]

I have driven and ordered the GT V6. Let me put it this way, I live in Germany and have had Audi, Mercedes and currently a VW GTI. None of the mentioned cars offer a 7 year warranty, which tells me that the Koreans are pretty sure about their quality!? I don't care for badges, I care about the feeling the car gives me and the KIA Stinger has definitely stung me!

[@phych]

Seriously? Kia and Hyundai have upped their game for a few years now. Anyone who still assume these cars are clunkers are probably wondering where their carburetor is located.

[@bombardierrecreationalprod1023]

The real question is should you be embarrased to spend 100k on a Dodge 🤔!!!!

[@jeffjeff8562]

2 years ago Kia wasn't even a thought. Last year even. Then I decided about 5 months ago to test drive the GT. After that, I didn't care at all that it was a Kia. The car was nice in every way. That's how I judged it. How it looked, drove and felt. It is a great car and I got one.

[@jimlittle5769]

Fully loaded 2018 Kia Stinger GT2 AWD (designed by former Audi TT designer Peter Scheyer and engineered by Albert Biermann, former VP of BMW M) with 365 HP has an MSRP of 52K . In September, I got mine for 44K. The Audi A7 STARTS at 68K, 340 HP. BMW STARTS at over 70K at 335 HP. Porshe Panamera starts at 85K with 330 HP. Mercedes CLS starts at 69K with 369 HP. And the Kia has a 10 year, 100K mile power train warranty and 5 year 60K mile bumber to bumper. None of the others are close in warranty. And Kias are actually reliable (which is why they offer such warranties). So, pay for the badge (more likely lease), I paid for the car.

[@boxingvortex4364]

It's time to stop saying "is like", "feels like" ect... the badge on the car doesn't matter, if it drives good, feels good and looks good then that's just what it is A GOOD CAR!!!

[@redballtrading]

Embarrassed about what? The people who see it don't pay my bills.

[@ryanosbourne9945]

You should be embarrassed spending 49k on a GM product 😂😂😂

[@MrMannyhw]

Yes need to pay less. Cause friends will make fun of you driving a Kia. Then make fun of you more if you paid full price.

[@ripgabbar]

As a stinger owner, no. You shouldn't be embarrassed. Man this car gets more attention than any car in its price range. Regular people will come up to you asking what car it is, being shocked to hear its a Kia. I love this car so much.

[@NDakovic]

I've seen this car in black in real life. It's mighty, menesing. Real low, real wide, real sharp lights, superb design. Way more impression than you get from these videos.

[@theRealAV8r]

Only one thing changes perceptions, and that's evidence. Not marketing, not hype, but constant, repeatable clearly visible real world evidence. The Stinger is proving itself, just needs time on the market.

[@katiejohnson9597]

I love mine!! Would buy it over and over again! I get complimented daily on it!!

[@Zam1Fear]

I test drove one today... this car is an absolute beast. I don't own one, but I would pick this any day over all other cars i can think of in the same price range including luxury vehicles in the used market.

[@Jasa12265]

I bought one and the only downside is people keep trying to race me and I just want to drive to work :(

[@tarekhossain9487]

This is the first time I have watched your car review. I was surprised with the detail you provided for the driving dynamics. Then at the end I found you are a Canadian that made me feel proud and think this is obvious why it’s such a detail and consumer oriented video. Thumbs up and thank you for such a good take.

[@johnrodgers4839]

Spot on review dude. Very comprehensive! I've spent a lifetime in the auto industry, you covered every single base. Well done. I'm definitely subscribed for more! And as a Stinger Owner, your review was literally my ownership experience. I've owned 56 cars in my short years on the planet so far, this one definitely ticks 90% of my boxes. Nicely done! If you're ever in Chicago, first round of beer is on me. I might even let you drive to the bar! 😎

[@DJMontePGH]

Looking back at this, I first started watching your videos last year.