Kia Stinger
Production of the Kia Stinger started in 2017. It is 4,830 mm long with five seats and engines ranging from 2,000 to 3,300 cc with 4 to 6 cylinders. For new registrations in the EU/EEA in 2024, the petrol version has COâ‚‚ emissions of 247 g/km (WLTP). The Stinger has a top speed of 256 km/h. Four recall campaigns are listed in EU Safety Gate and seven with the US NHTSA.
| Manufacturer | Kia |
|---|---|
| Production | From 2017 |
| Fuel | Petrol |
| COâ‚‚ (WLTP, EU/EEA 2024) | Petrol 247 g/km |
| Kerb weight (average for cars registered in Finland) | 1,828 kg |
| Displacement (engines) | 2,000–3,300 cc |
| Cylinders (engines) | 4–6 |
| Top speed | 256 km/h |
| Length | 4,830 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,870 mm |
| Height | 1,420 mm |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 5 |
New registrations by country (2025)
Number of Kia Stinger cars registered for the first time across 3 European countries in 2025.
| Country | Registrations |
|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 2 |
| Austria | 1 |
| Germany | 1 |
Source: EEA COâ‚‚ monitoring (CC BY 4.0), 2025 data.
Engine variants
European engine versions of the Kia Stinger by displacement, from the Dutch register (RDW). 3 variants.
| Engine | Fuel | Transmission | Top speed | Economy | Model year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 238 km/h | – | – |
| 2.2 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 230 km/h | – | – |
| 3.3 l · 6-cyl | – | – | 270 km/h | – | – |
Source: RDW (NL). European engine variants.
Other Kia models
Common problems & reliability
US owners have filed 344 complaints for the Kia Stinger, most often about engine, electrical system, service brakes, fuel/propulsion system. These are owner-reported issues, useful for spotting recurring weaknesses before you buy. In the UK, 90% of Kia Stingers pass their MOT test first time, based on 1,929 inspections in 2023. (2023 is the most recent annual release published by the DfT.)
Based on real owner complaints and inspection data, not an editorial rating. Sources: NHTSA (US, public domain), DVSA MOT (UK, Open Government Licence).
Recalls & safety
4 recall campaigns recorded in the EU Safety Gate (European market) and 7 in the US-market NHTSA database for the Kia Stinger. Recalls can flag known weaknesses of the model.
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Poland)
The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2024-09-06
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Poland)
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2020-10-23
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Poland)
It could damage the insulation of the front wiring harness located in the engine and passenger compartments. This could cause it to short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2019-03-01
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Poland)
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2021-01-22
- ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER:HOSES/PLUMBINGUS · NHTSAModel years 2018–2023
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.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the left turbocharger oil feed pipe and hose assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 26, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC300.
NHTSA campaign 24V169000 · reported 01/03/2024
- FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMPUS · NHTSAModel years 2018–2021
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Stinger vehicles. The fuel control valve plunger may stick inside the high pressure fuel pump, causing over-pressurization and loss of drive power.
Remedy: Dealers will update the engine control unit software, inspect, and replace the fuel pump as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 18, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC281.
NHTSA campaign 23V634000 · reported 13/09/2023
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:FUEL GAUGEUS · NHTSAModel years 2020–2021
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Stinger vehicles. A software error in the instrument cluster may cause an inaccurate fuel gauge reading.
Remedy: Dealers will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 10, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC219.
NHTSA campaign 21V862000 · reported 05/11/2021
- FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMPUS · NHTSAModel years 2020–2021
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Stinger vehicles. The fuel pump's jet nozzle may have a plastic burr remaining from the manufacturing process, possibly causing a blocked nozzle and an insufficient fuel supply to the engine.
Remedy: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel pump and replace the jet nozzle housing assembly, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 29, 2020. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC198.
NHTSA campaign 20V560000 · reported 16/09/2020
- SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULEUS · NHTSAModel years 2018–2021
Kia Motors America (Kia) recalled certain 2019 Stinger vehicles equipped with 3.3L T-GDI engines on August 27, 2020. On December 30, 2020, Kia expanded the recall population and added certain 2018-2021 Stinger vehicles. While driving, an engine compartment fire may occur in the area where the Anti-lock Brake Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) is located.
Remedy: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will install a new fuse kit in the electrical junction box, free of charge. Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures as a precaution until the recall repair is complete. The recall began November 30, 2020. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC196.
NHTSA campaign 20V518000 · reported 27/08/2020
- STEERINGUS · NHTSAModel year 2020
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2020 Stinger vehicles equipped with a 2.0L Turbo-GDI engine. A component within the Rack Mounted Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) Assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, possibly resulting in the steering locking or becoming difficult while driving.
Remedy: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the MDPS Assembly, free of charge. The recall began August 28, 2020. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC193.
NHTSA campaign 20V422000 · reported 22/07/2020
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOODUS · NHTSAModel year 2018
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2018 Kia Stinger vehicles. The front wiring harness located in the engine and passenger compartment may get damaged from contacting a burr on the left fender body panel.
Remedy: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the wiring harness for damage. If no damage is found, a cover will be installed. If damage is found, the wiring harness will be replaced and a cover will be installed, free of charge. The recall began December 20, 2018. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall SC170.
NHTSA campaign 18V754000 · reported 25/10/2018
Sources: EU Safety Gate (European market) and NHTSA (US market). See all Kia recalls.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the top speed of the Kia Stinger?
- The Kia Stinger has a rated top speed of 256 km/h.
- What are the dimensions of the Kia Stinger?
- The Kia Stinger is 4,830 mm long, 1,870 mm wide and 1,420 mm tall.
- How much does the Kia Stinger weigh?
- The Kia Stinger has a kerb weight of about 1,828 kg.
- What are the CO2 emissions of the Kia Stinger?
- A new Kia Stinger registered in the EU/EEA in 2024 emits 247 g/km of CO2 (WLTP, petrol).
- How many seats does the Kia Stinger have?
- The Kia Stinger has 5 seats.