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Independent review & score by Carivo
| Seating Capacity | 5 passengers |
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| Body Style | Sports |
| Base Price | $36,360–$48,806 |
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov & manufacturer data. Figures reflect base trim; actual specs vary by trim level.
The 2023 Kia Stinger is a sports that earns a Carivo score of 8.0/10 — rated Recommended. Its strongest dimension is Performance at 8.6/10. It's a solid all-rounder that delivers across most dimensions without obvious deal-breakers.
Reliability and safety are the two dimensions that matter most for long-term ownership costs. The reliability picture is solid rather than spectacular: 7.7/10, which puts it comfortably above the class median. Safety lands at 8.1/10 — solid, though some rivals offer more advanced driver-assist features as standard. Confirm official results for your trim at nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Few rivals match it for performance: 8.6/10. Expect handling and power delivery that make this one of the more entertaining sportss to actually drive. On technology it rates 8.1/10: a modern, well-integrated suite that compares favorably with anything at this price point.
Priced from $36,360–$48,806, 24 MPG, seating 5, the Kia Stinger sits in the mid-market bracket of the sports segment. At 7.8/10 for value, it delivers fair pricing for what's on offer, though the best alternatives in this price range score slightly higher. At 3 years old, it's worth checking whether a newer generation or refresh has addressed any weaker dimensions — compare it to the current model year before buying.
Verdict: Nothing about the 2023 Kia Stinger will scare a sensible buyer off. It scores consistently across the board, and it does what a good sports should — quietly and competently.
Carivo scores are our own editorial assessment, informed by NHTSA safety and recall records, EPA fuel-economy figures, and manufacturer-published specifications. Scores are reviewed periodically and updated when new data becomes available. See our full methodology →
The 2023 Kia Stinger ranks #68 of 316 sportss in the Carivo database — better than 79% of the segment. Its 8.0/10 overall score is 0.3 points above the segment average of 7.7/10. Its $36,360 starting price undercuts the segment's median of $46,090 by about 21%.
Rankings are recalculated as new vehicles and scores are added. See the full Sports ranking →
Smart-money pick: the 2020 Kia Stinger scores 7.9/10 — within striking distance of the 2023's 8.0 — and starts roughly $3,500 lower. If you don't need the newest model year, that's money better spent on a higher trim or kept in your pocket.
| Year | Score | Starting price (MSRP when new) | |
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| 2024 | 8.8/10 | $45,090 | Read review → |
| 2023 (this review) | 8.0/10 | $36,360 | |
| 2022 | 8.0/10 | $35,235 | Read review → |
| 2021 | 7.9/10 | $34,111 | Read review → |
| 2020 | 7.9/10 | $32,986 | Read review → |
| 2019 | 7.8/10 | $31,862 | Read review → |
| 2018 | 7.8/10 | $30,737 | Read review → |
The following recall campaign has been filed with NHTSA for this model and year. Recall repairs are performed free of charge by franchised dealers; check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
| Engine and engine cooling / Engine / Gasoline / Turbo/supercharger / Hoses/plumbing 01/03/2024 · 24V169000 | Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2019-2020 K900, and 2018-2023 Stinger vehicles equipped with a 3.3-liter turbo gasoline direct injection engine. The left turbocharger oil feed pipe and hose assembly may deteriorate and leak oil. |
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Source: NHTSA recall database, fetched at page build time.
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