What is it really like to own a KIA Stinger GT2 AWD!? (Is the car a practical family car?) S550VsKia

[@AscendingBliss]

This is the vehicle that made KIA cool.

[@AscendingBliss]

@Open Ranks Oh, damn. Then I guess that's one thing you and KIA have in common 👌🏻

[@GTS300Coupe]

The Kia Stinger is the best bang for buck car on the market right now. $50k for twin turbo V6 AWD plus all the creature comforts and space of a luxury cruiser at a fraction of the cost against it's competitors. Another $700 for a performance chip to boost power closer to 500hp and it's a winner.

[@durtnasty]

Could pay less for a professional tune

[@tadatayz9399]

Open Ranks sounds like broke! Lol

[@OliversOil]

Open Ranks It has a Kia badge, but it was made by Germans.

[@8089kyle]

Ive got one, with a JB4 tune. Worth every damn penny.

[@joshshreve9287]

Open Ranks you don’t know nothing about cars then 😂

[@michaelbaaden3446]

For Family with little ones. I have a white Awd gt model. I gotta say it's a great car. I fit 2 baby/booster seats in the back with tons of room for them and alsoI took off the hatch cover and I'm able to fit my son's little push car everywhere we go. Great for groceries, and is fast as hell. Great pick up esp on the highways.

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

Yeah I don't have kids. But it fits 4 adults around 6ft tall comfortably. Glad to see others enjoying their stingers as well! Thanks for watching! If you subscribed I really appreciate that too!

[@JamesSarino]

I have the 2019 GT1 AWD in Ceramic Silver (same color as in the video), and with 2 tween age kids and along with my wife, no problem cruising with this around town, and even for long-ish road trips. The trunk space to me is pretty ample for groceries and the like. And of course, the performance and the looks are on point for its price range. People ask me about the car every other day (and the color too), and they are all shocked and impressed that it's a Kia. I agree, the auto start/stop is my pain point too. You can get around it by going into manual mode and leaving it there during your drive. But if that's my only quibble, then Kia has done a great job with this car.

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

@@JamesSarino 100% agree! Thanks for watching and if you subscribed thanks a lot! But yeah the color gets so many compliments!

[@alitubaishat6786]

I’ve had my stinger GT1 for over a year now. Close to 15k miles put on it and I can say this has to be one of the most well-rounded cars period. Coming from somebody who sells cars and has driven just about everything , dollar per dollar you really can’t beat it. I’ve had no issues at all with the car other than a recall, the instantaneous torque once you put the car in sport is phenomenal, it’s an incredibly smooth drive in comfort, the quality of the interior is high-end, very comfortable seats, plenty of room for passengers and equipment, i don’t know what else to say. This car constantly has gotten me endless amounts of attention, and I’m talking about from guys driving cars worth over 100 grand. If you’re considering buying this car or leasing it, DO IT !! I promise there will be no disappointment. And if you buy a pre-owned one from a Kia dealer you get the best factory pre-owned warranty on the market.

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

100% agree. Some people are narrow minded and only care about brand and they cant handle that its a kia lol

[@booniedavillier504]

Sorry if this question is dumb.. But I don't know, what would be the warranty on it if bought pre-owned

[@kyoakland]

I'm going to get one this summer can't wait

[@gerardvinet8448]

Kia Stinger GT doesn't want to be compared , to anything on the road.It's just fun to drive , daily!

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

It is fun to drive and comfortable. Thanks for watching! Hope you stick around for my upcoming Audi R8 content

[@gerardvinet8448]

@@TheCarReviewGuys I do have the 2018 Stinger GT AWD.That's what needed here in Canada!!!!

[@alex042713]

Best car for the money by far !!

[@adonijahtaylor547]

I died laughing when he started measuring the back Cargo using golf bags and a driver ..😂

[@weekendwarrior6426]

Adonijah Taylor right lmaoo

[@patriciaearley4177]

Lol!

[@stefanosavoia9144]

Well, it’s an international trunk size measurment standard...not

[@marlo916]

This is practicabally the best Stinger GT review video

[@nathanielvilla671]

It is very “Practible”. I love the car!

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

😂😂😂Maybe I'll make it a new word, like the stradman and "irregardless" lol

[@Tripp55]

This is the color combo I would buy too!

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

This cars color gets alot of attention honestly. Thanks for watching, and if you subscribed, thanks a lot!

[@tomdoe1234]

BTW a feature or trick is to hit the brake very lightly just enough to keep the vehicle from moving at a traffic light and the engine won't shut off. I do that mostly then if I end up at a super long light in Boston of which there are many then I'll let the engine shut off.

[@ErnestoCruzBey]

Is the car plasticy on the interiors ? Or it has metal buttons etc ?

[@tomdoe1234]

@@ErnestoCruzBey definitely not cheap. I had a 2015 GTI. Definitely a step above that

[@pex_the_unalivedrunk6785]

I've driven past Bowling Green a lot over the years driving to and from my dad's place near Cedar Rapids, Iowa and my mom's in Albany, Georgia....I like this guy's accent, reminds me of home. He seems like a nice guy, and I really like the Kia Stinger, I only recently discovered their existence and would jump at the opportunity to buy one except for the fact I have no credit and make about about $19k a year. But, if I could afford to buy a new car, it would be one of the first I'd consider.

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

Just keep working hard and you'll be able to afford one before you know it. Just got to really want it and set it as a goal. When you get one, let me know, cause I'm sure the day will come 👊

[@mjareacts2731]

I can't fit my golf bag with the driver still in my trunk.... Sounds like first world problems to me.

[@browndogjack]

Ahhhh leave the driver in the bag and put the bag in diagonal....

[@jimsean4931]

I laughed hard, but that does give a idea of the size, so I cant say anything negative. First world problems indeed

[@sporkinstien6571]

First world problems for a first world car lol

[@lkae4]

This is definitely a real problem for golfers. Messed up, Kia

[@bj2benn93]

Lay the backseats down when you play golf

[@ricksprings]

Ceramic Silver w/black chromed factory wheels is how I'd take mine. Red, white, Panthera metal would work also.

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

Very nice

[@kingmass1728]

Just stumbled on this. Nice job. I have the same exact Stinger since May 2018 and absolutely love it! It’s such a great balance of enjoying the ride and practical, being able to bring the kids & all their gear to practices, etc. Fits everything I need it to be. The AWD was great through its first New England winter too.

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

Awesome!!! Yeah its a great car! Thanks for watching! I have more content planned

[@GA08GT478]

Beautiful car and color!

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

Thank you! Appreciate you watching!

[@kimvette1]

auto stop-start: I disabled this day 1 in my GT2 Scorpion with a small piece of plastic; I used some extra shims from bicycle accessories to wedge the button down semi-permanently and it keeps auto-stop semipermanently disabled on startup, without throwing any codes or any other negative side effects. The only negative is that the auto stop-start button remains depressed rather than level with the rest of the buttons in the console panel. Kia doesn't have much of a choice on this; thank the EPA for this.

[@energybobnet]

Mine is red, its jacked. Running 510 at the crank and putting 470 at the wheels. Paddle shifters make this car one bad momma jamma. Enjoy bro. Nice video

[@mobert92]

I just test drove this car the other day. Honestly blew my mind at how well it felt. I was looking to buy a charger, but this has actually been in my mind since I drove it.

[@Connan432]

If u have 470whp you have atleast 540hp at crank (15% rwd)

[@anthonyh2540]

what kind of tune are you using?

[@koreandude81]

@@anthonyh2540 my guess is a BMS JB4. Best option for these cars as well as price.

[@OGOD97]

Robert Kleebauer what mods you got done ?

[@leonelcadet3833]

Between this or a scat pack, with these wheel and you can customize everything so I would pick this. It's something about this car. Plus the trunk space. OMG.

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

The stinger gets ALOT of attention... Way more then my vette or Camaro

[@jj9751]

You can fit 4 golf bags in Charger Scat Pack tho lol

[@mobert92]

Subbed. After test driving one myself, and watching this. I'm seriously considering getting this over a scat pack

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

Kia has a better warranty and I Love the AWD haha and thanks for the sub! Really appreciate the support!

[@schwarec]

I dont own either, have driven both....but seriously dude, do you really want a family car vs muscle? If you're serious about the stinger instead of the scat pack then performance is near the bottom of your requirements/needs/wants.

[@ajosralastname7823]

@@schwarec get both

[@willrobinson4280]

the golf bag test is the first thing I look at in the trunk. Great information.

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

I agree! I love golf. It just doesn't always love me haha

[@EMed9423]

Man, might have to be my 5 year goal car lol. I used to want a type R, but feel like this will fit my style better.

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

I reviewed a Type R. Video is on my channel. But I like the stinger more 👊

[@ChirpingChocobo]

Im with ya man, I bought my 16 WRX in 2016 which is nowhere close to a Type R but dang, the Kia Stinger GT has everything, tons of tech, beautiful leather and a 3.3L Twin Turbo V6? I am sold!

[@darrellterry1278]

I don't golf I care nothing about what others think for me this car kicks ass

[@LEMONZEBRA554]

My dad actually works for Kia and I am 14 but I am working so when I get older I can get the Kia stinger

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

Set goals young and let no one say its not possible and you can achieve anything. I'm a firm believer in that. Keep at it buddy! Thanks for watching

[@LEMONZEBRA554]

Yea man for sure this is my first video of yours you got my sub !!

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

@@LEMONZEBRA554 thanks a lot!

[@pensive69]

And i totally agree with your opinion about AUTO STOP START function.

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

Appreciate the support. Thanks for watching

[@eugene44569]

my aunt's optima, Sorento, Santa Fe, and Sedona have that start-stop feature because cars usually run on diesel in Korea because regular gas is expensive and less efficient. so that explains it. (my aunt lives in korea btw)

[@lukast02]

Car is beautiful

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

Appreciate that! Thanks for watching. Stay tuned for my R8 vs Stinger content 👊

[@MAGAMANTX]

Ride height is perfect 👌🏻

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

Thanks 👊

[@beefen7921]

Yup I'm with you about that super annoying auto start/stop feature..

[@JonathanMartinez-xs5ze]

My Jeep has auto start/stop. It did become very annoying. First time I brought it in for maintenance,I had them turn it off. They were able to do it with the more advance computers they have. Pretty sure you could do the same.

[@brandonbrown7725]

I just had my wife watch your video and I got my fingers crossed that she decides to trade her C-6 Corvette in on one. I'm not a Kia fan but I got smoked by one of these the other day in her Corvette and had to do the walk of shame at the track.Only hang up is it's a 4 door and she said she wasn't a soccer mom but she does like the color and the look of the car........

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

Lol nice. Tell her Soccer mom's drive vans haha Thanks for watching 👊

[@tommyboy1330]

Practibility is not a word

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

Honestly I thought the same, but Google it. Haha

[@Refused30s2m]

PractiCality. Not Bility. Great video by the way, though.

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

@@Refused30s2m Thanks. I try to improve every video i make

[@casey9559]

Hi mate, Stradman gave you a shout out... So I'm here 👋 you kept saying practibility, I think what you mean is precticality

[@ronnymb67]

Lap3 tune is adding more like 100hp with nothing additional. A little bit more with an intake and exhaust system.

[@DonLee1980]

have the same color combo of body and seats as yours. owned it for 16 months and have yet to use launch control haha.

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

It works well lol

[@Foregrlz]

You should mention that the 2019MY has UPGRADES with wireless charging, 360 camera, heated rear seats and HUD! Not necessary with a car but amazing to have....

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

The 2018 has HUD. Mine has it. Just have to have a GT2. But the other items you are right. May make another video on it. Thakks for watching. If you subbed thanks a lot!

[@pahanin2480]

Chevy, Ford, and mustang can't compete against this. Kia is loving this

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

Not in am AWD version, you're right. Closest completion is an SS sedan but only RWD. And taurus SHO is AWD but slower and heaviet than the Stinger.

[@sabbathoneseveneight8643]

Not everybody plays Golf. Luggage and groceries fit just fine.

[@ttk-stephenfox1507]

Your from Kentucky so am I im in nicholasvile and there is a Kia dealership here and I saw one of these cars in that color and instantly fell in love with it shame I'm about to go to the Marines in a couple of months but at least I'll be able to buy one when I get out

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

Stay persistant towards a goal! You'll buy it before you know it. Appreciate your service. My dad served 28 years in the Army.

[@chltmdwp]

You're Marine already if you're leaving to basic training. 4 Years will go by fast. I'm in the AF and my 4 year contract is up pretty soon. Best of luck to you. Dont' forget that the Drill Instructors yell at you because they care about your success and others around you so they don't make the mistake.

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

@@chltmdwp yep. Listen to what they say and not how they say it. Never have a rebutle. Say yes sir and move on and fix your self haha thanks for watching man. Good to have military guys watching!

[@Seanmcg727]

I actually appreciate the golf bag answer. I've been looking into a new car for months now, and I'm constantly thinking "Yeah this is fast, but can I fit my clubs in there?" The Golf, S3, GLA45, etc, all make that a MAJOR issue for me. Not a big deal to just remove the driver though. Thanks.

[@blazefreak.]

The golf alltrack can fit 4 golf bags easily

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

Glad I could help. I do enjoy some golf myself. Thanks for watching. If you subbed, thanks a lot! Really appreciate it

[@rcb361]

Auto start/stop is pretty much standard on a lot of new cars. I hate it as well. They install it to fudge the EPA numbers for fuel economy. They should design it so it's off at start up, only on if the drivers wants the feature enabled.

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

Yep I agree

[@naszadynastia]

Probably it has to work like it is to conform reg. But you may push it in some mechanical way forever....

[@InfoumusMOBB]

Talk about annoying I have it in my damn Manual Focus RS. IF you forget to turn it off at a light it makes you think you stalled it out then when you push the clutch in you actually do stall cause you here the car start back up

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

Wow that is terrible! Never thought a manual would have that lol thanks for watching! Really appreciate the support!

[@11DelgadoBrian]

Have 6 months with my 2023 GT 2 AWD just did my first oil change at 5,100 miles payed $85 at my local dealer. Best purchase I have ever made! I love looking at it when i park and when im On my way to go drive it, it’s so fun to drive! 🥹

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

I miss this car! Enjoy yours! They are fun!

[@pluto2be]

I just got my 2019 Kia Stinger GT in Panthera Metal ... this car is awesome I have Borla exhaust system which sound freaky amazing and 19in rims(NICHE) . I also have Stinger badge on the front and rear but I should have upgraded to the GT 1 for the speakers. I guess I will just put some after market speakers. This car is freaky ass sexy..people come up to me asking what is this since I took off the Kia badges...

[@stanglife5500]

I’m still watching, bro! I dig what you’re doing. My car doesn’t compare to your cars but I have a 2016 Veloster turbo. Maybe one day we can meet up. I’m in Upton, Ky!

[@tacticalbt1023]

I dont play Golf so I'm good! Lol

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

😂😂😂 true that! And thanks for watching. If you subbed, thanks alot man!

[@tacticalbt1023]

@@TheCarReviewGuys I did man! Keep it up! I'm also from KY! Pikeville eastern part not to far from you

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

@@tacticalbt1023 sweet and thanks! If you ever see me at any car events feel free to come say hey

[@ajosralastname7823]

Put the seat down

[@pensive69]

A worthy successor to the turbo EVO. i really like this car and it's super for anyone with Winter to contend with bro. Thanks!

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

For sure! 👊

[@Jayderzomb]

Imagine you drive a Mustang, and you see in the mirror a kia is keeping up with you xD, since ma dads got a stinger gt v6 I got to appreciate the brand kia more. I think if they keep pushing this beast of a car in like10 years the perception of kia will be different. I just love that "meme" of someone driving sporty and "just" a kia creeping up hahaha

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

Yeah Kia has come along way. Higher quality and way more appealing designs. Around 2016 kia got the head of BMW Engineering and a year later Audi engineering. So if you look at the Stinger it has several BMW 7 series items.

[@spanc0]

In Australia the auto off is inverted. You need to press it everytime you get in to turn it on (which I never do) Unless it's an update ? Mines 2019.

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

That would be nice! Wish mine was that way. Thanks for watching

[@Turretxrat]

I think this is how they released the 2019’s. Correct me if I’m wrong.

[@BasassSanchezz50]

TurretxRat I have a 2018 gt2 and you always need to hit the button to turn off the auto stop, I’ve had it for one full year now and I’m so used to hitting the button. Because a habit of hitting every time, no big deal lol

[@marclemar]

Just picked up the same color G2 with stock black wheels. Now I’m coming off a 2015 Red Challenger RT that I had looking super clean... and yea in my first week I got just as many compliments. The actual looks I get are a bit more of a confused look vs the Challenger. They’re trying to figure wth it is 😂😂

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

I miss this car. It was great to daily

[@2002mould]

Hold the auto stop button down for a few seconds, it worked for me. The engine doesn't turn off when i come to a stop now. i hate that feature as well. The golf club thing sucks too. it actually was the one thing holding me back from purchasing mine but in the end the desire to have a Stinger outweighed the fact that i had to take my driver out of the bag. Glad i made the decision, its an awesome car.

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

I tried to hold it down up to 30 seconds but every time I turn the car off and back on it resets. And yeah the car is very fun, it's small width trunk is worth it haha thanks for watching! If you subbed I really appreciate that too!

[@johntilghman]

Put the back seats down, all your stuff will for fine. I put a 60 inch TV in mine with no problems

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

@@johntilghman very true. Still not very wide, but with the seats down its long! Thanks for watching, and if you subscribed, I really appreicate it!

[@IReahpZz]

Had my ceramic silver gt2 for a month and love it. Have a turbo back exhaust intakes and a tune and talking to lap3 to get the big turbo kit. 530 isn't enough for me 🤣 need some hellcat numbers in my stinger! Great review

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

Appreciate that support. And dude your Stinger is gonna be sick!!! I wonder if the trans will hold Hellcat numbers? Lol all I know is it will blow the doors off a Hellcat with AWD and that type of power 😂😂😂

[@spanc0]

Who did you do a tune with ? I'm looking to get mine done. Just scared to blow my engine. And also apparently trans is good for 700 at the wheels.

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

@@spanc0 go to the kia stinger forum. Huge thread on tunes. But your best to change the spark plugs for a tune. Thanks for watching! If you subbed, appreciate it man!

[@IReahpZz]

@@spanc0 I did a jb4 and piggy back tune with a catless downpipe and twin intakes and colder ngk spark plugs to make 530. The turbo upgrade so far only has lap3 being able to tune it as they made the kit. However it hasn't been released to the public yet. Tork motorsports has also put out great track passes and similar numbers

[@IReahpZz]

@@TheCarReviewGuys from what lap 3 has shown it walks a new m5🤣 actually insane considering that's a low 11s to high 10 second quarter mile car

[@johnleewins3814]

Thanks for the video, got yourself a sub. When you do launch control do you hold the break and floor the accelerater or just push it in a little?

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

Hold brake firmly with gas pedal pressed at the same time. Release brake. Thanks a lot for the sub!

[@cienmarcoz]

Finaly the GT review is here!!! Thank You man!!! The start stop mode is an EU-Law regulation thing - so here in Europe nearly every car now has this equipped! - (except some import cars from america like the Mustang) ... you will wonder what terrible cars will come to the global market in the future, with tiny motors and electro nonsense to save emissions. So glad to have a 3.3 Bi-Turbo! greets from the Autobahn-germany!

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

Thanks for watching!

[@timw2083]

I'm looking for this combo. The plan is to have it as a daily driver. I'm still cross shopping it with a Scatpack but those are everywhere.

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

Its a fun and good looking ride. Its my fiances daily driver. 0 issues with it and almost at 9k miles. Thanks for watching.

[@mobert92]

I'm in the same boat as you. Lookin at the scat pack, but drove this and I'm seriously considering this

[@leonelcadet3833]

Same boat. But did you hear the gt get horrible city miles, so that scatty is not looking too bad. But in the stinger you can customize everything tho. Decisions. Decisions.

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

@@leonelcadet3833 after the first 2k miles we get better mileage. City avg 18. Highway about 30 setting your cruise at 75

[@Avg_Vet]

Change the aperture on your camera. Your camera is hunting for focus. Also, switch to continuous af if you haven't already.

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

I'll check into that, thanks

[@amandaclaudio2038]

Why do you suggest to replace the spark plugs?

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

From what I read on the forum its a must. Gapping and the grade of plug needs upgraded with a tune. Thanks for watching

[@khronin]

I just bought mine 2 days ago--36k and with my trade in I paid 19k out the door for a car that had a sticker of 43k.KIA is giving 6 k off.I got the basic GT with V6--I did not want the sunroof or leather.It is a fantastic car.The computers are so good I see no reason to even use launch control because the car is lightning fast as is.I might do light mods that do not affect the warranty.BTW American cars with RWD can not do their 0-60 in the times put out by MT unless you take several runs at a drag strip--do a burnout and take the best run.This stinger will hit its 0 to 60 everytime within just a hair of magazine times.BTW in cold weather like it has been since I got mine--it runs much quicker.The 0to 60 documented times for the stinger are from 4.25 to about 4.7 on average.Mustangs and camaros and NA dodges are also exactly in this range.All of these cars are at drag strips doing high 3s to 4s with slight mods.The challengers--which I also looked at were all right at 50k and the computers were not as good as the stinger and the American warranties are 3 years--and the American dealerships treat you like dog doo.I have owned premium sports cars from GM and Ford and have friends with dodges and the service depts. and reliability are not good.Honestly I love American muscle cars--but I hate the reliability and the way the dealerships treat customers.Myself and a friend both owned an SHO--slight mods and a saleen mustang--sho was 40k and saleen was 60k years ago-100k in cars from ford.SHO leaked oil and had check engine light on several times--saleen mustang had check engine light on and FAILED emissions--check engine on from like week 2--and it bounced from one ford dealership to another to a saleen specialist--never fixed and we were just treated like idiots.Guy at emissions actually plugged his own mustang in to pass it.My check engine light fixed--his was not and finally put a sticker over it to not see it.BTW power window quit 6 months and with a snark the service dept guy looks at me and says "what you do to it" I hit the button to roll my window down I snarked back--then had to battle them to fix under warranty.That was it for me and I went to honda--had a Crosstour type r that has a video on here and just traded it in for a Stinger--no looking back

[@stefanosavoia9144]

Great review, but don’t agree on the start stop comment... people don’t like start stop until are shown how much gas (therefore unnecessary pollution) is wasted at stoplights... has to be on by default...

[@tonyydadonofc]

I love the Kia stinger gt2 awd that’s what I’m going for. I have a 2019 Kia Forte lxs now. I like it but need performance to the high end scale Nd that car does it. Just wish they would do a different logo for the stinger like Hyundai did with the g70-g80

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

I'm not ashamed of it being a Kia. People shouldn't be so concerned about what brand the car is. Just my opinion.

[@tonyydadonofc]

The Car Review Guys so true people come at me for trying to customize my forte but idc I paid for it not them

[@ronh2660]

I like the disco intro

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

😂😂😂

[@rickybee6488]

Who really gives a crap about golf bags!

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

Sorry you don't like golf? Lol

[@NoootABigDeal]

People who golf do. Be better.

[@rickybee6488]

@@NoootABigDeal Golf. A good walk ruined!

[@SC-dp4we]

Ricky Bee.... you can’t fix stupid. Troll somewhere else

[@outdoorenthusiasts3175]

I golf, but wouldn't buy a car based on how many golf bags it could carry. That's why I also have a Ram 2500 Cummins. The Stinger is a great car!

[@parthic7743]

Its awsome to own this car.

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

I agree

[@schp007]

Dude beautiful car. Get custom floor mats.

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

Thank you! And maybe one day. Thanks for watching, and if you subbed thanks a lot!

[@clarencedobbs7362]

The Stinger or the K5 is my next car purchase

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

Both solid choices. Thanks for watching

[@BlackjackLover]

Thanks bro

[@laser14344]

It may not fit a golf bag but I fit a 31"X19"X53" Dresser in it.

[@matthewcesario2069]

My clubs and bag fit fine. Shave the beard

[@kldiet]

EPA gives car makers a 3-5% mpg incentive to install non-latching stop/start. I looked at the GT2 for maybe a minute in the KIA showroom before buying a slightly used 2018 Alfa Romeo Giulia. The Stinger paint color is really nice.

[@isaac198428]

I’m pretty sure 99.9% of all other Kia Stinger owners will never have that annoying problem of not being able to fit 1-3 golf club bags in the trunk. lol

[@taravv926]

Pretty nice for a Kia!:)

[@Yondaily]

Pretty nice for a Kia,, Kia has a statement and will be a brand that will show people how you can get a lot for the money that you’ll pay for a Honda,Toyota,Subaru,Nissan will give you little to nothing.

[@rexfloyd2109]

I wish they had these in the states with AWD and the 3.3tt. Only reason I’m getting the Genesis g70 over the stinger

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

What? I live in Kentucky... V6 TT AWD is our car.

[@rexfloyd2109]

The Car Review Guys really? Hmmmm that’s interesting. The dealer told me different. And I can’t configure it online with the 3.3tt with awd. I believe you though that’s just weird

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

@@rexfloyd2109 uh.... Idk man... I can build it online with the V6 TT AWD too. Tons of them for sale on cargurus.com as well

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

@@rexfloyd2109 plus mines for sale right now lol

[@BLACKHOLE498]

"Practabilty"? Where do i have to visit to hear people use that word?

[@BrandoDrum]

I dig it, it's a good new word.

[@tomdoe1234]

Did you change the tires? In MA they all were AWD and they all had all season tires. I think they are Bridgestone Potenza

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

Nope, factory tires just painted black, but they are the performance tires. I only know because the all season tire cars govern at like 136 and ive had this car well over that lol

[@timothyaldridge1236]

I forgot how quiet it was before i put the ssr axle back on mine lol

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

Must be nice having an exhaust lol. Thanks for watching and if you subbed, appreciate it!

[@z32PureHardDance]

Did you get the wheels powder coated? Or came like that from the dealer?

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

Worked it into the deal when I bought it

[@dr.manhattan6278]

If kia blacked out the rims on all the gt's, then they would sell more.

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

I am happy with my black wheels. Glad I worked it into my deal. Thanks for watching!

[@dr.manhattan6278]

@@TheCarReviewGuys the only reason I watched the video was because of the black wheels. 😁

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

@@dr.manhattan6278 😂😂😂 well Thanks! I just bought Stradmans R8, so I should have it in about a week. I plan to do alot of content, Audi R8 Vs Kia Stinger. Hopefully my subscribers enjoy the content

[@davevolz6138]

The Car Review Guys stinger for me

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

@@davevolz6138 nice! Thanks for watching. If you subscribed, really appreciate it!

[@beefen7921]

Another thing too that confuses the hell out of me is that when you press it, and the yellow light is on, shouldn't be ON not OFF!?.. I'm like wtf man?..

[@mattmatt115]

Do you want a yellow light on all the time? It's default setting is on. i sure wouldn't

[@amedtrodriguez2019]

At 11:34 .... lol One car that competes with this , even better than this would be the Red Sport 400 V6 3.0TT 400hrsp AWD(optional) almost the same price.

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

Read through the comments. Had this discussion already lol thanks for watching

[@cra1g1483]

No LSD in the AWD Stinger. A deal breaker or a non-issue for the street? G70 has the LSD so it’s not like it wasn’t in the corporate parts bin.

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

Doesn't bother me at all. Keep in mind the 2020 GTS will have LSD I believe. Thanks for watching. If you subbed thanks a lot for that too!

[@TRAXXMEDIAPRODUCTIONS]

cra1g1483 Only the RWD versions of the Stinger have LSD only on the highest trim level and is still AWD and need tourqe vectoring - I’m assuming you want LSD for cornering and in that case the AWD is going to be heavier and slower.

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

@@TRAXXMEDIAPRODUCTIONS the 2020 GTS AWD is LSD. It will have a drift mode.

[@TRAXXMEDIAPRODUCTIONS]

The Car Review Guys yeah they did announce that for 2020 but it only sends 93% power to real wheels max and in a drift any upshift will curb your power slide into an abrupt regain of traction at likely the worst time ending you up in a wall - too bad you can’t control that upshift because it doesn’t have a true manual mode that will let you bang the limiter. Additionally the AWD 0-60 is factually slower than the 4.5 number the RWD puts out and weights significantly more. The staggered wheels on the RWD / True manual mode / LSD / lack of safety tech or gimmicks and a price point of $35k is impossible to beat. The AWD Stinger GT2 is an over tech touring car - great for touring - not for performance.

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

@@TRAXXMEDIAPRODUCTIONS To each their own. Come race me in the rain or snow. If I wanted a RWD car ill buy a mustang or Charger 392 or Camaro or Corvette. And I've personally recorded a 0-60 in 4.6 seconds. Which isnt that far off of the RWD variant that can only do a 4.4 in perfect conditions. (Smooth road, sunny, warm, good tires) But again, to each their own. But not sure about your 93% comment. I read 100% can be transferred to RWD. Guess we will see when i get my hands on one.

[@davyk8193]

4.4s zero to 60 is pretty generous. The G70 doesn't even advertise their car to be that fast. G70 has a nearly identical powertrain and shift logic, but it's close to 300 lb. lighter than the Stinger. Not hating just noticed you were giving factory numbers such as horsepower figures etc. I'm guessing the AWD stock GT2 is closer to 4.7s under perfect conditions.

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

I think car and driver is who reported a 4.4. Personally with a full tank of gas, and a passenger in the car, I've recorded a 4.6. So honestly by myself with less than a 1/8th tank I probably could do a 4.4 with the right temps outside for the turbos. But to the average driver just doing it on the street 4.7 is a very safe number to hit. Thanks for watching and commenting

[@davyk8193]

No problem. And don't get me wrong. The cars quick. I own the same interior/exterior color and I agree with just about everything you said except the 0-60 at 4.4s. Did you get the stock wheels painted or did that come factory?

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

@@davyk8193 I had the dealer paint the factory wheels and lower the car on eibach springs. I worked ir into the deal of purchase. And I saw i just gained a sub. If that was you, really appreciate it! Almost to my first 1,000

[@CarCrazyGhost]

Thinking about getting one after my Dodge Charger but it’s more expensive and I’m feeling it’s a little lack luster.

[@sammys8422]

I just traded in my 2019 scat pack for a 2022 gt2. Worth it 100%

[@sethz3026]

I know you were in water with the summer tires, but have you driven it in freezing temperatures/snow? I live on the east coast and figured when I bought it I would have to get some winter tires when the time comes

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

Drove it in like an inch of snow and rain at like 34 degrees. 0 issues. I never recomend driving performance tires in below freezing so they don't crack but as far as usability they are fine. And mine have 0 cracks what so ever. Coldest temps were around 15 degrees this last winter

[@liljagarelilja3088]

@@TheCarReviewGuys One of the best winter cars I've had up here in northern Sweden, it eats slush and snow, -35, no issues starting it up. Tons of new snow, just chugs through it, it's really fun winter car too, sticks really well to the ice with the proper tires. Worst temp it has gone through was -40, no issues at all! On a fun sidenote, it was tested up past the arctic circle here for a year, so I think they thought of winter conditions too.. :) 2018 GT2 AWD Atomic blue. I love this car.. :P The competition isn't available as they don't recommend them to run in -20C or colder..

[@doudymac]

Wait... So I have to take my driver out of the golf bag? Oh hell nah !!! Deal breaker...😁

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

Hahahaha

[@danielnemec5631]

Those camera moves :D :D :D :D :D :D

[@4g63gen1]

Bolt ons and tune 430whp..

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

Yeah thats awesome!!!!

[@dasa5023]

Shift changes need more pop, get Borla exhaust and k&n intakes

[@blacklightrr]

How much to replace those pads on them brakes?

[@n55_n8]

little late, but a 3 series is a competitor at the same price range :)

[@DrDingus]

How would you say it compres?

[@niksonpetithommes5509]

I came to this video to look at the sunroof and literally the only thing he decided to skip was the sunroof wtf.

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

Sorry man! All my other Stinger videos have the sunroof, so I skipped in this one.

[@Alex-bd5dz]

Can you tell us where you bought those awesome black wheels from? Thanks!

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

Stock wheels that the dealer painted for me before I purchased it. Thanks for watching 🙌

[@Alex-bd5dz]

The Car Review Guys they’re gorgeous, and so is the car! Thanks for info, you’ve got my sub!

[@just_some_internet_guy]

What is your personal experiences with the Kia regarding recalls and repairs up to this date of March 11, 2020? No problem from the dealership?

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

Sorry its been sold since this. I buy and sell a lot

[@just_some_internet_guy]

@@TheCarReviewGuys Thanks for the reply

[@majorsparks777]

I wish I had it in that color. Regardless my GT2 always puts a smile on my face while driving it. 😎😍

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

It is a great car in my opinion. Thanks for watching 👊

[@ecast7135]

did you order yours with black wheels as an option as I know kia does produce a factory all black wheel for the stingers but rarely do you see them?

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

Only dealers paint them black. I had them do mine for me as part of the deal

[@atinystorm6436]

How are your stock wheels black like that? Did you get them powder coated black?

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

The dealer did it as part of the deal. They lowered it too

[@Nunyabznis]

You mentioned owning a camaro? Those have a trunk size barely bigger than a motorcycle.

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

I own a 2015 SS 1LE and a 1991 Z28

[@qndo69]

Have you had any issues with your brakes at all? I have heard there are some issues with the pads on the front.

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

I had 0 issues. But sold the car around 11k miles.

[@johncho5906]

did u paint ur rims in black after sandblasting?

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

Dealer did it for me

[@marineshtf9954]

You do know most Americans don't have $200,000 worth of cars right?

[@TheCarReviewGuys]

That's true. But most Americans that can afford 200k worth of cars don't spend their money that way either. Its all preference

[@damonlee226]

its bad ass.