Kia Stinger first generation

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The Kia Stinger first generation (2017–2023): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 32 versions in the European Union, the United Kingdom, the United States, and Canada.

Model codes: CK

Dimensions, weights and capacity

Specification	Europe	North America	Wikipedia
Dimensions
Length	4,830 mm RDW	4,830 mm TC	4,830 mm
Width	1,870 mm RDW	1,870 mm TC	1,870 mm
Height	1,400 mm RDW	1,400 mm TC	1,400 mm
Wheelbase	2,910 mm RDW	2,910 mm TC	2,905 mm
Front track	1,596 mm ASTRA	1,600 mm TC	–
Rear track	1,619 mm ASTRA	1,640 mm TC	–
Weights and towing
Kerb weight	1,617–1,833 kg RDW	1,729–1,873 kg TC	1,638–1,913 kg
Mass in running order	1,717–1,933 kg RDW	–	–
Gross vehicle weight	2,185–2,325 kg RDW	–	–
Towing, braked trailer	1,000–1,500 kg RDW	–	–
Towing, unbraked trailer	750 kg RDW	–	–
Seats and space
Seats	5 RDW	–	–
Doors	5 RDW	–	–
Boot space	–	–	406 L
Luggage space (EPA)	–	651 L EPA	–
Passenger space (EPA)	–	2,690 L EPA	–
Fuel tank	–	–	60 L
Performance
Top speed	233–270 km/h RDW	–	230–270 km/h
Torque	510 Nm ASTRA	–	353–510 Nm

Tyre sizes (most common first): 225/40R19, 255/35R19, 225/45R18, 225/50R17

NHTSA overall safety rating (US): 2020–2023: ★★★★★

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Transport Canada vehicle specifications, Wikipedia (en, de, fr, pl), ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), US EPA fuel economy data, Traficom type approvals (Finland), NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age

Age at test	Pass rate	UK average	Tests
3 years	94.0% (92.5–95.2)	92.2%	1,244
4–5 years	91.3% (90.3–92.2)	91.0%	3,346
6–8 years	90.0% (87.8–91.8)	86.4%	870

What the MOT finds

Area	This model	UK average, same ages
Tyres	25.9%	24.1%
Brakes	15.6%	15.3%
Visibility (glass, mirrors, wipers)	5.3%	6.2%
Lights and electrics	1.7%	5.2%

First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

169 complaints for model years 2018–2023. 6 crashes · 8 fires · 2 injuries · 1 death

Engine 52
Electrical system 33
Fuel system 33
Brakes 28

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 32 versions of the Kia Stinger first generation

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European Union 11 versions

New cars registered in the EU (plus Norway and Iceland), from the European Environment Agency. Figures on the NEDC procedure until 2020 and on WLTP from 2021; versions are grouped by engine and power, with their number of registrations.

Years and version	Engine	Power	Fuel	Consumption (combined)	CO₂	EU registrations
2021–2024	3.3 L	269 kW (366 PS)	Petrol	10.7–10.9 L/100 km WLTP	247 g/km	3,253
2021	2.0 L	180 kW (245 PS)	Petrol	8.1 L/100 km WLTP	196 g/km	92
2021	2.2 L	147 kW (200 PS)	Diesel	6.6 L/100 km WLTP	184 g/km	18
2018–2020	3.3 L	269 kW (366 PS)	Petrol	–	240 g/km	5,537
2018–2020	2.0 L	180 kW (245 PS)	Petrol	–	185–188 g/km	2,484
2017–2020	2.2 L	147 kW (200 PS)	Diesel	–	154–163 g/km	3,724
2017–2019	3.3 L	272 kW (370 PS)	Petrol	–	242–244 g/km	4,778
2017–2019	2.0 L	188 kW (256 PS)	Petrol	–	187–189 g/km	1,832
2018	3.3 L	272 kW (370 PS)	Petrol	–	244 g/km	10
2017	2.0 L	282 kW (383 PS)	Diesel	–	190 g/km	162
2017	3.3 L	408 kW (555 PS)	Petrol	–	244 g/km	126

United Kingdom 13 versions

New cars on sale in the UK, from the Vehicle Certification Agency. NEDC figures until 2018 and WLTP figures after; years are the editions a version appeared in.

Years and version	Engine	Power	Fuel	Gearbox	Consumption (combined)	CO₂
2020–2023Blue Edition 2.0 T-GDi 242bhp 8-speed auto ISG	2.0 L	180 kW (245 PS)	Petrol	8-speed automatic	9.7 L/100 km WLTP	221 g/km
2020–2023GT-Line 2.0 T-GDi 242bhp 8-speed auto ISG · GT-Line S 2.0 T-GDi 242bhp 8-speed auto ISG	2.0 L	180 kW (245 PS)	Petrol	8-speed automatic	9.6 L/100 km WLTP	215 g/km
2020–2023GT-Line 2.2 CRDi 197bhp 8-speed auto ISG · GT-Line S 2.2 CRDi 197bhp 8-speed auto ISG	2.2 L	147 kW (200 PS)	Diesel	8-speed automatic	6.9 L/100 km WLTP	179 g/km
2020–2023GT S 3.3 T-GDi 361bhp 8-speed auto ISG	3.3 L	269 kW (366 PS)	Petrol	8-speed automatic	10.2 L/100 km WLTP	233 g/km
2019Blue Edition 2.0 T-GDi 242bhp 8-speed auto ISG	2.0 L	180 kW (245 PS)	Petrol	8-speed automatic	9.7 L/100 km WLTP	–
2019GT-Line 2.0 T-GDi 242bhp 8-speed auto ISG · GT-Line S 2.0 T-GDi 242bhp 8-speed auto ISG	2.0 L	180 kW (245 PS)	Petrol	8-speed automatic	9.6 L/100 km WLTP	–
2019GT-Line 2.2 CRDi 197bhp 8-speed auto ISG · GT-Line S 2.2 CRDi 197bhp 8-speed auto ISG	2.2 L	147 kW (200 PS)	Diesel	8-speed automatic	6.9 L/100 km WLTP	–
2019GT S 3.3 T-GDi 361bhp 8-speed auto ISG	3.3 L	269 kW (366 PS)	Petrol	8-speed automatic	10.2 L/100 km WLTP	–
2018'GT-Line' 2.0 T-GDi 244bhp ISG · 'GT-Line S' 2.0 T-GDi 244bhp ISG	2.0 L	182 kW (247 PS)	Petrol	8-speed automatic	8.4 L/100 km NEDC	181 g/km
2018'GT-Line' 2.0 T-GDi 244bhp ISG · 'GT-Line S' T-GDi 244bhp ISG	2.0 L	182 kW (247 PS)	Petrol	8-speed automatic	8.4 L/100 km NEDC	191 g/km
2018'GT-Line' 2.2 CRDi 197bhp ISG · 'GT-Line S' 2.2 CRDi 197bhp ISG · 'GT-Line' 2.2 CDRi 197bhp ISG	2.2 L	147 kW (200 PS)	Diesel	8-speed automatic	5.8 L/100 km NEDC	154 g/km
2018'GT-S' 3.3 T-GDi 365bhp ISG	3.3 L	272 kW (370 PS)	Petrol	8-speed automatic	9.9 L/100 km NEDC	225 g/km
2018'GT S' 3.3 T-GDi 365bhp ISG	3.3 L	272 kW (370 PS)	Petrol	8-speed automatic	9.6 L/100 km NEDC	221 g/km

United States 6 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and version	Engine	Fuel	Gearbox	Drive	Consumption (combined)	CO₂
2022–2023SIDI & PFI	2.5 L	Petrol	8-speed automatic	All-wheel drive	24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA	236 g/km
2022–2023SIDI & PFI	2.5 L	Petrol	8-speed automatic	Rear-wheel drive	25 MPG (9.4 L/100 km) EPA	221 g/km
2018–2023SIDI	3.3 L	Petrol	8-speed automatic	All-wheel drive	20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA	277–280 g/km
2018–2023SIDI	3.3 L	Petrol	8-speed automatic	Rear-wheel drive	20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA	272–277 g/km
2018–2021SIDI	2.0 L	Petrol	8-speed automatic	All-wheel drive	24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA	229 g/km
2018–2021SIDI	2.0 L	Petrol	8-speed automatic	Rear-wheel drive	25 MPG (9.4 L/100 km) EPA	227 g/km

Canada 2 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and version	Engine	Fuel	Gearbox	Consumption (combined)	CO₂
2018–2023Mid-size	3.3 L	Petrol	8-speed automatic	11.3–11.9 L/100 km 5-cycle	265–280 g/km
2019Mid-size	2.0 L	Petrol	8-speed automatic	9.7 L/100 km 5-cycle	229 g/km

Similar models from other brands

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.