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You have all heard about the Kia Stinger GT. When it first came out, this car was super hyped up and for good reason! Albert Bierman moved from BMW's "M Division" to Kia and the Stinger was the first car he built. Now that it's been a year since all the coverage, let's re-visit the Kia Stinger GT and see if it is still worth the praise!
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FYI the color is ceramic silver
90% of us don't care that's why
A lot of us look for just their review of the car they are looking at, not nessecarily want to hear all reviews. Good work on the video though.
Nigga
Please stop promoting anything with a GDI motors. They're junk and can't do anything but get the motor replaced because they're designed by the worst engineers. I'm sick of explaining to customers they're motor is knocking because the motors aren't designed to have moving parts going inside of them since they burn up all the oil before 1,000 miles after an oil change. I have multiple customers that have had a dozen motors replaced just this year alone. Delete all the GDI motor cars on your page and just make diss videos. You're definitely not helping anyone by promoting Kia's or Hyundai's. Just making people waste money and time. The one guy in a forte that's a regular has 9,000 miles on the car but has had 8 motors replaced. He's in the shop rn with it knowing its not going to last.
The Kia badge certainly does not bother me... it’s a great car... it just needs a slightly bigger infotainment with thinner bezels.
Doesn't bother me either. It's nice to see more affordable performance cars that don't suffer from horrible build quality.
should have optioned the 10" touch screen, but I'd feel it would be too big
And an option for proper drivetrain
@@nsbioy If that's code for an MT, it ain't happenin'. For some mysterious reason dealers object to having unsold vehicles sitting for long periods of time on their lots.
I love the Kia badge
The only thing missing from this awesome car is me in it. 🚙💨
Smooth
nice one 10/10
gotta try this line on my lady
Remote start*
Have had my GT for 11 months so far. Still love it. Everyday comfort, plenty of power to bruise egos and the functionality of the hatchback is my favorite part. Still wish it would have been made available with a 6 speed manual.
The Sportmatic 8 speed electronic trans. with paddles is an entirely new and different animal and it shifts so fast.
Al Young but rowing the gears myself is so gratifying and involves me with the car so much more. Don’t get me wrong, I like this transmission except for the fact that it tends to shift up too early in comfort mode. It works great for me, but a stick shift would make me trade in my current one
Hey brother, to each his own. Love your manual. I have a 1998 Beamer 540i with a standard 6 speed and I do love driving that car once in a while. That car has a sentimental value to me. And yes, it's fun to drive. So I feel what you're saying. But The stinger to me has many features you find in super cars for a fraction of the cost. I won't embarrass the driver of an Aventador SVJ, but that driver will notice and look twice. Especially at that Kia badge on the nose of my stinger.
Point is we are car guys and we love cars. No right or wrong here. All that matters is that you love what you drive and you drive what you love. Keep driving Christopher Keeler and keep writing comments. I think it's great to hear from real guys who share the passion. Thanks.
Thanks for being so professional in your comment. Very rare to see someone not try to tear someone else down over differing opinion. Have lots of fun in your Stinger. I know I do. Especially after installing sway bars
I really really appreciate how detailed you are with your review. I wish more people did that.
I agree
The editing on this video is amazing!!
Thanks!
Facts
I bought my 2019 gt 5 months ago. And I LOVE it
This car checks off ALL things I want in a vehicle!! Its sexy, luxurious on the inside, and not super duper pricey! Im shook!!! Lol
I've had my Stinger GT1 RWD for 6 months and glad I chose it over the normal competitors(340i, S5 Sportback, Scatpack). I want something that I didn't see at every stoplight. I have the Ceramic Silver with red interior. I hope its around for another generation with a 380+ hp version and more aggressive sport mode.
Its a very practical, spacious, and fun daily driver.
does it have adjustable suspension like does it stiffen when u change modes?
@@jamiefreedom8320 I felt more in the steering instead of the suspension. It was firmer as you switched through the driving modes. It is worth a test drive
Love the Stinger. Practical sports sedan with great value for money. Used GTs are coming down under $30K now. You can even get a new base GT/GT1 for $35k (with applicable rebates/discounts of course)
My friend got his for $31! (He has EXCELLENT credit, and put a $3500 dp on it.
DangerousDan which rebates/discounts? Care to share if you don’t mind?
matty1053 So he paid $34.5k? Or $27.5k?
Got my GT for 29K. Happily driving. Recommend for anyone thinking of buying one.
Jane Plubic new or pre-owner? Also what upgrades did you ask for? Or just the basic GT package
Great review, absolutely love the stinger, definitely my next car! Not gonna lie though, I was hoping for some more night shots like you did for the base model, still great job love what your doing with the channel!
Jason Joseph Thansk Jason! I appreciate you being with the channel this long! I’ll definitely throw in more night shots next time! 👊
Forrest's Auto Reviews This was a 2018 or 2019?
The aluminum on the doors looks real because it IS real. You might also have pointed out that the leather feels so good because it's Napa leather. The Stinger does not have an 8 speed DCT. It's the regular 8 speed found in other HMG products, just tuned a little different. The 8 speed DCT will debut on the all new K5 (Optima) this September. I love your reviews Forrest, but gotta check those details.
The Optima is FWD and the Stinger is RWD. Two different transmissions
@@Animal1984 The all new Optima will be the first Korean vehicle to feature this new DCT. The current Optima has the corporate 6 speed and not the 8 speed in the Stinger.
4.4 seconds from the rear wheel drive model?? Wowzers! This thing reminds me of my old car a bmw 335, but this is probably more reliable (definitely quicker). I agree with the other comment on here about the info-tainment screen, wish it were larger and more recessed to keep the sun off. You did a great job with the video, I like you honesty and calm explanation. I chuckled at the first world problem comment. Keep it up!
Ben Fuct? Seriously appreciate the support! Really is helpful! Glad you enjoyed it! 🎉🎊
yea i own the 335 right now and i love it, but i want this stinger as my next car forsure!
He drove it well. Gotta tame the bull(torque). he didnt floor the pedal and cause wheel spin like most. Usually results in great times. I respect it. ✌🏾
Sweet review. Love the car and the color is definitely beautiful. Also, keep doing the night shots, speaks volumes about the car being reviewed. Keep up!!!
Yeah love the night shots. Also it looked like they dashboard had some kind of under lighting, would liked to have seen more about that too.
Yes, it’s deserving of the hype. I own the Stinger GT2 in that same Ceramic Silver.
Steve Wise I’m really considering buying one. I own a 5.0 mustang right now and want something more comfortable and practical without sacrificing too much power. How are you enjoying yours?
Steve Wise I have a 2019 GT2. White Pearl with red leather interior. A perfect car for a Girl who drives like a Man 🙃
All Gas No Brakes I enjoy it. It’s comfortable and the ride is very quiet...until I put it into sport mode and take off. :) People are always asking me what it is or staring. I replaced the KIA badges with the Stinger Korean market logo, which is an E for Engineering Excellence or vice versa.
I would suggest you extensively test drive one. Ask the dealership to let you drive the car for a half day or all day. If you’re married and/or have kids, take them along to determine whether they like it. Then, walk away and think about it for a day or two. You don’t want to make an emotional purchase, plus you need to negotiate the price down from the dealership. Don’t fall for the, “hey, I can’t promise you it will be on the lot tomorrow” bs. Whatever the dealer price, push to get the price down at least 3K. I made the dealership sweat for three days and didn’t budge from my OTD price. Also, don’t buy any additional warranties.
@@stevewise1656 how much did you push the price of the car for?
PewDie Pie the dealer showed me a sticker price of 54k...which was of course ridiculous and not an actual MSRP...many KIA dealerships are doing the same with the Telluride. I paid a little less than 48k.
Man saw this car on the street the other day and it is beautiful. I thought it was a m4 gran coupe for a sec. definitely worth looking at for you guys who can afford it.
As a proud owner of a 20/20 Kia stinger GT2 I find what's sad but really cool at the same time is that most car enthusiasts and reviewers will compare this 3.3 6 cylinder to a V8 lol
Just bought mine today😅 and sheeeesh… it’s a dream come true
Isn’t it! It does everything a driver could want
Kia really stepped their game up with this beauty and the new Telluride suv
I work at a KIA dealership parts department and just got myself the White GT1. Great car for the $$$ I got a good deal on it!
Gas kills me but for some reason I don't care how many times and how much money it cost to put gas in this car. I just love driving it lol
Question, which trims are the 360 cam available in?
@@neaxtech360 only the GT 2
Envy you))
Chris Santana it’s a gas killer in general or because you drive a lot?
I drive maybe 6 miles to and from work and maybe 20 miles to and from school just wanting to know before I go test drive one.
This video sealed it for me. I'm going after a Stinger for my next car before the summer ends.
GonePickin82 Better than the Genesis G70?
I just sealed the deal too goodluck man
@@SilverScarletSpider If you desire more cargo space and the lift back, yes.
For 10k more you can get into a Corvette C8
@@AlexR-ib8sd u don't get the practicality of a full GT sedan. These two are completely different cars
I don't get the stigma of the KIA brand. At least you don't see them recalling over 3million cars for transmission failure (Ford) or having ignition switch problems which killed several people (GM). People will pay over 50k a day long for a Ford, GM or Dodge and do not even think about it and their cars are not even in the same class as a KIA.
Kia have plenty of recalls. Just do a google search.
www.usatoday.com/story/money/cars/2019/02/28/kia-hyundai-recall-over-500-000-cars-over-potential-engine-fire-risk/3013839002/
Kia Stinger is not worth the hype, because the dealership experience is subpar, and the car is only decent not that special and it lacks character, Kia has come a long way however they still have a long way to go.
Every car brand has their worst and best models this must be Kia's best model.
@@karsenwall2772 That is true, although the Kia Telluride is slightly better from a value standpoint, the Stinger is Kia's best value for a performance offering, it just didn't do it for me though.
Excellent review man.....practical, daily driver focussed (not how it does on the track where no one will take it)....great job. Subscribed!
Great review! I love the interior
Kia is really stepping it up👍🏾
This vehicle is worth the price. I understand the stigma behind Kias, their cars use to be super bad. The brand has come along way and is obliterating other brands in some segments. The value you get for the price is incredible. Plus, I really love the look of this car... put any other brand badge and it’s easily $65,000.
Forrest, you mentioned that the Stinger has an eight speed dual clutch transmission. As far as I know that's not correct. The eight speed transmission is a traditional torque converter unit. In fact, though it's tuned differently, it's the same AT as in the KIA Sorento and Telluride.
Stephen...I noted the same thing. The HGM 8 speed DCT will debut in the all new K5 this September. Pretty exciting!
It’s not the same as the Sorento and Telluride. Those are FWD transmissions. It’s the same transmission as is in the Genesis G70, G80, G90 and the Kia K900
@@Animal1984 Same transmission, different drive trains.
8spd auto from ZF
Murry Dickso Do you have some support for that claim? Never heard that it has a ZF Tranny in anything I’ve seen or read.
I remember sitting in one of these at the dealership. It felt very comfortable and sporty at the same time. Everything was nice to the touch. Illl have to test driveone
I like how he tells the features and then shows you in action, for example " he mentioned how the car looks aggressive from the side rearview mirrors and the goes on to show it in action, same as the headlights at night and so on " great detail.
Solid, quality review. Subbed. Keep up the good work! I thought your criticisms were fair. The stinger is not a track car, it's a grand tourer and I think it does that job with the best of em.
Chad Belinfanti Glad to have you as a sub! Feel free to drop suggestions of reviews in my community section!
I take delivery of a new Stinger GT (in Australia) next week. This has been the best video review of the car I have seen, and one of the most thorough reviews of any car I've seen, come to think of it. So thanks!!
I have the GT2 2019. Now at 7k miles. I love it. Since 2010, Kia is nothing like it used to be. The stigma exist from the old models that are far from the reality anymore. This is reflected in KIAs ability to guarantee for 60k and now 100k. I had an optima for 6 years to 90k miles. No maintenance required beyond normal intervals. I stepped up and love the stinger.
After watching your review I like my Stinger even better.
The 2020 stinger doesn't have the KIA badge on the rear anymore. It has STINGER in huge letters across the rear.
Imo this car has more quality than most of the ''expensive'' cars. It doesnt feel plasticy.
16:19 "Cup holders are great, you can fit a huge 15 ounce bottle of piss in here."
No way we're the only ones thinking this...
😂🤣
When you gotta go, you gotta go. Lol.
Seriously though, it's only a flavor pack for my water.
I thought the same exact thing and lmao when I read this!
😂🤣😭
I don't get why the Kia gets flack for having fake vents on the hood? Yet the new Supra has way more fake vents all over the car and no one says a thing...
ELLIPSIS....Agreed. Honda CTR is covered with fake vents and everyone loves it.
@@johnholst don't even get me started on that thing. Somebody didn't know when to put the pencil down when designing it.
@@dreadnaut1269 I agree! But it looks great...if you're in Fast and Furious.
The Supra vents cover real vent tunnels.
Hands down best review video for this specific car!
In depth and really descriptive throughout!
Keep it up brah
They are a tuners dream. Super easy bolt-on mods unleash almost undrivable power. It's dumbed down out of the factory because of their stellar warranty (and still quick AF), but the engineers knew what they were doing. Really easy to gain HP in this.
In UK and got an orange GTS on order. 4 weeks to go!!!!
How do you not have more subscriptions. Been watching all your videos - and you are one of the best on UA-cam. Keep up the excellent work.
I love owning a Kia they have stepped their game up so much
These cars look amazing on the street so when the time is right I will get one 🙏 !!! One day .
I’m looking to buy a G70 in a couple of years. Certified pre owned is the way to go!!! Let someone else at the deprecation. I sold high end luxury cars for almost 20 years until 2010 when sales went in the toilet then I moved to the Hyundai brand. Love em.
I’d get the Genesis over the KIA, but remember I’m a Hyundai/Genesis fanboy. All the great KIA cars are cheaper versions of the Hyundai/Genesis brand. Hyundai bought the controlling interest of KIA a few years ago. Via request of their government. Hyundai is currently selling KIA back their part of their interest. So I have been told.
I’m all about Hyundai. I was very impressed with their customer service, however that was MY dealer. I can’t speak for others but Hyundai is awesome. Our 2015 Elantra Limited has been trouble free!
Glad to hear you like it. I’m thinking about getting an Elantra Sport Turbo with the 6 speed stick. Love the new multi link rear end they are now putting in the Sport exclusively. The G70 will have to wait a few years until their available as a certified pre owned unit. Il let someone else pay the deprecation!
I learned a thing or two selling cars for 20 or so years.
I just heard an ad TODAY on the radio for 10k off a Stinger. They don't sell but I like them. I wish they had K900 features and interior.
amill1563 so just internet hype
Typical bloated discount claims of ads. They ought to be illegal.
Nice reviews! I took the plunge on base GT in micro blue. I like it more and more each day.
Ceramic Silver......🔥👌 GT1 shall be in my driveway
I really appreciate your stile of reviewing. Very detailed and you actually show all the buttons, switches and features. Well done dude!
I test drove it a few months ago and it really is a nice and powerful car. However I ended up purchasing a Certified Pre-Owned Lexus GS 350 AWD with 8k miles on it. If I had the money for the Stinger though I would've bought it but it was just too much for me. I'm starting to see more and more Stingers on the road now but I'm very happy with my GS.
The part I like about the Kia Stinger GT it looks like a BMW on the outside but Mercedes on the inside
Sidekick1107 Not really.
Looks like a Audi A7 by the way haha
Looks like a sporty Optima to me with more of a fastback. On the inside, I don't know. It's nice.
You do realise that it first appeared as a concept car at an international motor show in 2011. So maybe the cars you mention look like it, not the other way around. Especially so since the developers/designers are actually Germans poached from Audi, Porsche and BMW m division.
@@ErikGarcia-hz4jc yeah does has a like an Audi touch to it
Got mine 6/14/19.....GT2 AWD WHITE......just an AMAZING machine....biggest gripe is smallish fuel tank but hey , can't have everything
GOT mine 6/26/19 in White also but it's a GT1 still a great ride and beautiful car!!
What color is your interior?
@@dianeratliff3023 nappa leather red....looks amazing....
@@dianeratliff3023 I have the red interior.
I’m test driving the blue Gt2 but I will be looking to buy the panthera metal gray with the light grey interior, but it appears they haven’t made many w light grey int. Was there a defect w that color?
Great review man!! I picked up a 2021 Stinger GT RWD a few days ago! Super happy!
Nice in depth review. But you forgot the subwoofers. In fact you didn't demonstrate the Harman Kardon system at all or even mention HK, which I think is a selling point; Fifteen speakers! Also, a mention of the NAV and showing it on the screen should have been a point to cover. I have a MY18 GT1.
My apologies, the system is great but it's very hard to portray audio quality through a video. I've gone out of my way a few times to showcase it but only if I think it's worth it. This HK system is fantastic but I couldn't justify putting it in the video. I do apologize for not mentioning it at all though! It truly is a good system.
You say “are going to be” and “are going to have” as if it hasn’t come out yet? Instead you should say “the headlights ARE LED. The vents ARE functional” etc.
I don't get it. This is ultimately a Kia Stinger review...just a year late. I clicked on this assuming it was after one year of ownership. The Stinger is one of the most widely reviewed and compared car.
221ddj thats what i thought too
Most exciting thing about starting a new career soon, I’ll be upgrading my car and this is in my top 5 choices. I want to test drive this so badly.
Nice! I agree blacked out wheels would looked more dope in this car especially in this color scheme.
That back road by that Subaru dealer is the best, hence why they use it during their test drives.
Great review but please use an on-body mic instead of the build-in mic of the camera. It's just really difficult to hear you with ambient noises and from a distance. Thanks
Great review! I bought a 2018 GT2 new a month ago for $39k after rebates. Love the car so much, really wish the 2018 had parking camera and heated rear seats!!! Maybe a Kia aftermarket install option?
Really honestly considering buying one. Love the ceramic silver and the orange is fantastic as well. I will be test driving one this weekend 👍
Did you get it ?
This channel deserves 1M sub
Kia stinger- Yay!
Corvette C8- Whoo!
Zupra- Whoo?
I have the stinger gt for one year and 3 months with 27.000 miles and runs great .
Gotta believe the RWD is quicker than AWD weighing 200 pounds less and with the same amount of traction. My RWD has little or no slippage at take off...nice review & I love my ceramic silver Stinger!
I might add that the lsd in RWD is the difference maker negating AWD unless you live in a snow belt region.
Another great video. The Kia Stinger is still a great car. I thought the car came with Apple and Android Auto Play. Thanks for sharing.
Tommy Knighton It does, just wasn’t able to show android auto. My apologies to all android owners for not mentioning it! 😟
@@forrestsautoreviewsofficial No worries and have a great weekend.
Really like this hatch form and we have choices! Regal Sportback, Arteon, this, Audi A5/7, Panamera. Since we won't buy wagons, it's nice to see we have some other options that are practical.
facts!
"This thing books". Holy crap, I haven't said that in years!!!
I leased the Basic model and I am super happy with it so far ( 2 years already) and I am going to lease 3.3 next year 😍
Oh wow one of your old reviews of yours awesome your so calm here 🤯
Doug DeMuro calls that chrome on the front reflective material LOL got a love that guy. He’s the best
I'm not sure where you live, but when its winter, those side air vents are there to heat up the window so you can see. That's why they are pretty tight to the side.
Great review as always Forrest. Question for you; would you take the Stinger or Arteon?
I see the BMW influence front the front, great job though forest
Thank you so much!
Front the front!
One thing I don't like about KIA is the range indicator has a gas pump icon and next to it is an arrow. So if you look at the range and you see an arrow with a gas pump, you are thinking to yourself it must indicate which side the fuel cap is located. WRONG! you have to look at the fuel level to see where the fuel cap is actually located.
Apparently the vents are fake because they would create too much lift with air going into the hood and passing under the car at 140mph+, and it wasn't cost effective to hook them up to the air intakes at the price point. According to a tech at my local dealer who's somewhat of an enthusiast ;)
Wish they added some crackle and pops sounds from the exhaust
Do it yourself. Tuning can easily do that while also netting you another 100hp.
Wedow not everyone knows how to do it on their own
@@Alex-bd5dz tons of yt videos dude if you can plug in three wires you shouldn't be driving
Wedow never said I can’t do it...I’m saying a lot of people nowadays don’t know how to do it and end up fucking their cars up or voiding their warranties doing so.
@@Alex-bd5dz so take it to a tuning shop with professionals?
You have came so far bro! I love your videos!
Once in a Harley's comet rare cycle, the galaxy aligns for a marque to thrust one stupendous nonconformist goldilocks product at a stuck up market....to cause the most unexpected amount of disruption! The Stinger GT has done this for Kia....with amazing results!
Things I like: The car overall.
Things I don’t like: Fake vents, anemic v6 sound, and the placement of the screen.
AI from Kia of East Syracuse, NY here. For 2020 You folks have a choice of 4 trim packages. GT Line, GT, GT-1 & GT-2. GT Line comes with a 2.0 L GDI Twin Scroll Turbocharged Theta II 16V DOHC D-CVVT 4 cyl. eng. w/ an electronically controlled 8 spt trans w/ Sportmatic. available in rear and awd. The other 3 trim packages come with 3.3 L GDI Twn Turbo Lambda II 24V DOHC D-CVVT also with the Sportmatic Electronically controlled 8 spd trans. Paddle options make these cars just amazing to drive. Not going to get into every option here. Point is for 2020, the Stinger went from really great to amazing. The Stinger and the Telluride, the hottest selling SUV in the industry, are actually becoming bench marks for other auto makers to follow. Nobody laughs at Kia any more. To the contrary, it's the looks of amazement when new customers come to the dealership and see these vehicles. So check out Kia.com and Kdealer.com and see for yourself. Go test drive one. If you're lucky enough to find a 2019 2.0 L Twin Scroll turbo on a lot? The MSRP is in the $36,000 range plus buyer incentives, you'd be crazy to pass it up. BMW, Audi, Mercedes and some Porsche drivers usually sees a Stinger from the tail light view as it pulls away into the horizon.
Great job with the review! Everything explained thoroughly..... Can't wait to get one. Waiting to see if i want the refresh or a leftover.
This car is on my wish list. I've heard that there are some quality issues. Is that true for any GT stinger owners??
they shouldn't have put fake vents on there... that's my 2 cents
Strange, but other reviewers complain about the ride being too soft for sport driving. Nice job, regardless.
I wanna know why we hardly see these anywhere ! They are nice!
Great review! First one from you that I’ve watched, already subscribed so I hope to see more!
Fun to watch the video, as you can tell that this guy loves his car!!! Which he should, I can't wait to get one.
The 8AT transmission is not a Dual-Clutch like you stated at 22:20. It's a conventional torque converter automatic.
Otherwise, great review!
This car with an 8 or 9 speed DCT would be so good! Hopefully they'll have an upgraded transmission when the lease on my GT2 is over.
The MPG you quote at 22:27 is misleading.
Rear wheel drive numbers are actually:
2.0L I-4: 22 City / 29 Highway
3.3L V6: 17 City / 25 Highway
I'm consistently getting 23 highway and about 20 daily driving off and on highway avg
@@jamesclayton3739 got 33mpg. To be fair our gallons are bigger in UK...go figure!!
I love my GT2! It's definitely worth the hype!
Awesome review, thank you! Fake vents, why? And give me 18" wheels for comfort and better ride. Make the 19" an option. Also give me a manual transmission or just offer the 3.8L naturally aspirated motor which is a beast already!
I think there is a GT-S model that has adaptive dampers which gives it a better ride not sure :/
Once I graduate I'm getting this beauty!
The transmission is not a dual-clutch like you mentioned. It's a torque convertor
What do you mean the exhaust tips aren't connected to the actual exhaust Pipes ? Its not dual exhaust from front to back ? Suppose to be no ? I'm working on a review for this as well. Drove it shortly recently and loved it too.. I seen a review with it on a hoist and it had dual exhaust, so where does the exhaust end up ? just down ward near the back ?
Nice review. The vehicle is very nice and 100k warranty does not hurt as well. However did not like that the ride is a little rough. If you think of the 2009 Dodge Challenger SRT8, power, seat comfort and ride. Does it rank higher? As a FYI, I previously owned the 2009 version of this Challenger and it was the best sports car I ever owned for the $$$. I do not like the newer versions of the Challenger, cabins are smaller and the car looks cheaper in interior design even with the retro look. Overall, nice review and I will give the Stinger a closer look.
has the noises quality control improved? i have been told that in earlier models a lot poor quality knobs and controls, also much noise sounds throughout the interior........rattles and squeaks.......
Funny True Story... I had a Mustang 2019 Model on Order..... Was waiting and waiting with delay after delay. One Saturday i was going back home from once
more visiting my ford dealer to see when i would be taking delivery. Anyhow on way home i stopped at the Local Kia dealer as there was a Bright Yellow Stinger GT in the front. I decided to take it for a test drive...... Oh man this thing blew me away , not only did it look great but on the road it was like a bat out of hell..... Better sitting position than the Stang, More comfortable, Better Sitting Position, Better Tech, Better Sound System.... Better Quality, SIMPLY a much better car. I went straight back to the Ford Dealer and Canceled.... It took 30 minutes but finally got them to see my point of view. After i went back straight to the KIA Dealer and place an order for a Pearl White With Red Interior,Tinted Windows and Sports Exhaust......... So happy i did not buy the Mustang... Fantastic Car and the long trips listening to music Via TIDAL is a wonderful drive. I get excited each time i take her our of the Garage...
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Bonnet vents are a styling feature, nothing wrong with that. The mini cooper s had a fmic and still kept the bonnet vent
I'd choose the G70 instead... much better looking and smaller. I"ve heard about rattle issues on the Stinger... is that true?
Chad Purser I personally did not hear anything. Having driven both I do like the front of the Genesis G70 more but I prefer the rear on the Stinger. I’d also argue that the G70 doesn’t feel “more” luxurious than the Stinger. They also have extremely similar real world acceleration despite all the claims. I got 4.3 on the G70 and 4.4 on the Stinger. Considering they are both basically the same price you can’t go wrong with either! You know Genesis/Kia is marketing themselves well whenever you have people debating over what is technically the same car.
If your talking about the rattling from the trunk that was part of a minor recall for it awhile back.
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The G70 has a quieter interior but that doesn't stem from "rattle issues." It comes with the territory in what amounts to a hatchback design with less isolation from noise in the rear versus a traditional sedan with a separate trunk.
I got the exact tester car in March and can confirm the interior of the Stinger is Rattle Creak city 😔. It's mostly caused by the sunroof perhaps because it's a newer design. However, im also getting unusual sounds from all over the headliner regularly. It's the only real issue I have with the car, which I tolerate since i really like it.
@22:24 "dual clutch" transmission ? Are you sure about that ? I think that it's a torque converter transmission, not a dual clutch.