2022 Kia Stinger

Rating: 8.0
Author: Carivo Research Team

Carivo independent review & score

Price Range $35,235–$44,420

Fuel Economy 23 MPG

Seating 5 passengers

Category Sports

✍ Scored by Carivo Research Team · Data updated: April 18, 2026 · How we score cars

About the 2022 Kia Stinger

The 2022 Kia Stinger. Carivo rates it 8.0/10 — a capable sports, though not an exceptional one. Stronger alternatives exist if you shop the segment carefully.

Performance is its standout at 8.5/10. Powertrain response and driving dynamics give it a genuine edge over blander sportss in this segment — noticeable from the first drive. Even the lowest score — Technology at 7.7/10 — clears a solid bar.

In the mid-range sports market ($35,235–$44,420, 23 MPG, 5 passengers), it gives buyers what they need without forcing trade-offs. At 4 years old, this model predates meaningful updates to the Kia Stinger lineup. Check how the current generation scores differently before committing to the older version.