What car will you be replacing with your Kia Stinger?

[StingerMike]

I'd love to see what people were driving before they made the switch. Please share what you would be replacing with your Kia Stinger.

 

[djejnyc]

I currently drive a 2016 Mazda 6 GT, looking at an Audi A4 or Volvo S60 (yet to be released next generation). My wife an I are seriously looking at this car for our next lease.

 

[ATXStinger]

We currently have an Audi A6, but this is definitely on my list of cars to consider. Can't wait to test drive this thing.

 

[G82GT]

Lexus NX 200t daily driver and a 2008 Pontiac G8 GT for fun...

 

[KiaFan]

If all goes well this will be replacing my wife's Ford Fusion.

 

[S420merc]

I am currently in a Bmw X1 lease if this drives nice and lease is bellow my BMW lease i will flip into the KIA

 

[FREDTHETREAD]

I am renewing a 2013 Freelander 2 XS. I really like the look of this car, but the specs were a little disappointing upon reading compared to the Audi S5 Sportback which I am considering. The KIA is 0-62 5.1 secs 362bhp as apposed to the Audi S5 0-62 4.7 secs 354bhp. I can understand the desire to compete with the likes of Audi & BMW, but as great as it looks it should be at least a tad faster with 362bhp!! Anyone who is considering buying one will first look at road tests & segment comparisons (with the Germans) which is where it will be let down in terms of interior quality & performance, plus it still has that 'badge' which is just not seen as a premium brand. Maybe one day it will, just look at Skoda, it has taken them years & years and people are still a bit embarrassed to admit owning one. KIA would have been better to launch this range under another new brand name like the Lexus/Toyota differential. Also, I hate the name 'stinger'. Something like just GT with a model badge underneath such as (362 AWD) is much better imho.

 

[ATXStinger]

I'm hoping that the numbers are conservative. I guess we'll see once we see more reviews.

I am renewing a 2013 Freelander 2 XS. I really like the look of this car, but the specs were a little disappointing upon reading compared to the Audi S5 Sportback which I am considering. The KIA is 0-62 5.1 secs 362bhp as apposed to the Audi S5 0-62 4.7 secs 354bhp. I can understand the desire to compete with the likes of Audi & BMW, but as great as it looks it should be at least a tad faster with 362bhp!! Anyone who is considering buying one will first look at road tests & segment comparisons (with the Germans) which is where it will be let down in terms of interior quality & performance, plus it still has that 'badge' which is just not seen as a premium brand. Maybe one day it will, just look at Skoda, it has taken them years & years and people are still a bit embarrassed to admit owning one. KIA would have been better to launch this range under another new brand name like the Lexus/Toyota differential. Also, I hate the name 'stinger'. Something like just GT with a model badge underneath such as (362 AWD) is much better imho.

 

[BahamaTodd]

08 Accord coupe V6 manual. The manual is fun and I would miss it, but its not the best handling car.

 

[StingerMike]

That's pretty awesome, I didn't know Honda still made a manual Accord.

08 Accord coupe V6 manual. The manual is fun and I would miss it, but its not the best handling car.

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[StingerYYC]

2004 Mini Cooper S

 

[Kiagal]

Kia Rio

 

[Powerpuff Mookie]

The Stinger will replace a 2017 Mazda 6. I also own a Lexus 1999 IS 200 since 2006.

 

[Robs]

Mitsubishi Evolution 10 GSR

 

[BriTay]

2012 Civic Si Coupe. Although I really enjoy my car I am ready to get something a bit more sophisticated. I was looking at the VW Golf R and Audi S3 before I found out about the Stinger a couple of weeks ago. Now the Stinger is at the top of my very short list. Haven't seen one in person yet but it looks almost perfect.

 

[CajunStinger]

2012 Civic Si Coupe. Although I really enjoy my car I am ready to get something a bit more sophisticated. I was looking at the VW Golf R and Audi S3 before I found out about the Stinger a couple of weeks ago. Now the Stinger is at the top of my very short list. Haven't seen one in person yet but it looks almost perfect.

I have an S3 right now, trust me with all the problems I've been having with my MMI you'll be glad you didn't get the S3.

 

[BriTay]

I have an S3 right now, trust me with all the problems I've been having with my MMI you'll be glad you didn't get the S3.

Wow, yeah I heard about issues. Also the higher repair/maintenance costs with ownership in general. In that respect, I was glad to see the Stinger alternative....

 

[Stingin' Away]

Lexus NX 200t daily driver and a 2008 Pontiac G8 GT for fun...

Another G8 owner, glad to have you bud! But please, do not get rid of the G8. It's a diamond in the rough, which I'm sure know already lol

 

[TechGuyNJ72]

The Stinger would be replacing my black 1998 Honda Accord coupe, which has around 270,000 miles on it and still going.

 

[TurboStinger]

We've just recently sold our Nissan Altima, the Stinger will just be a second car for us.