Used Kia Stinger for Sale nearBismarck, ND

How much does the Kia Stinger cost in today's market?

Used Kia Stinger prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Kia Stinger's current nationwide average price is $25,795, and its nationwide average price reached a low of $24,553 over the past year. Recently, prices have come down for the 2021, 2022, and 2023 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Kia Stinger a good car?

Yes — the Kia Stinger is a strong used-car pick if you want a sporty liftback with broad owner appeal and a premium feel. The all-generations owner rating is 4.83/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the Stinger for its powerful performance, stylish design, comfortable and stylish interiors, and advanced technology. Across the model range, the car also earns repeat praise for its excellent value and engaging driving character.

Expert reviews rate the 2021 and 2018 models among the highest across all years.

The main tradeoffs that show up in expert reviews are a cramped back seat, sluggish touchscreen response, and, on some years, braking feel that can be less satisfying than the rest of the package.

32.2% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Kia Stinger models reliable?

Owners consistently describe the Stinger as a car that blends luxury, power, and technology in a way that feels rewarding to live with. Expert commentary also points to strong value, composed driving manners, and a premium-feeling cabin as recurring strengths across the lineup.

• Owners rate the Kia Stinger between 4.64 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, the long-term ownership picture looks strongest when you choose a later model year and verify the vehicle history carefully.

What should I look for when buying a used Kia Stinger?

Across all model years, at 66.9% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: Drive Wise suite of driver aids
• Infotainment: 10.25-inch infotainment display with navigation, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, and split-screen functionality
• Fuel efficiency: EPA-estimated ratings for the 2022 Stinger GT-Line RWD are 22 mpg city, 32 mpg highway, and 25 mpg combined. For AWD variants, fuel economy remained the same year-over-year at 21 mpg city, 29 mpg highway, and 24 mpg combined. Stinger GTs, even with the carryover engine, also saw a change. The RWD model added plus-one in the city for 18 mpg while highway and combined mpg stayed put at 25 and 20, respectively. AWD variants, however, saw a minus-one decrease on the highway with a return of 17 mpg city, 24 mpg highway, and 20 mpg combined.

Which Kia Stinger trim should I buy?

The 2022 Kia Stinger offers these trims:

• GT-Line: This is the value-focused entry point, with the 2.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder, standard 10.25-inch infotainment display, wireless smartphone charging, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, and a strong mix of everyday tech and performance. It suits you if you want the best balance of price and equipment.
• GT1: This trim adds a more value-oriented step up with the larger V6 engine, brushed aluminum interior surfaces, and a richer equipment mix than GT-Line. It’s the best-value choice if you want the V6 experience without moving all the way to the top trim.
• GT2: This is the most fully equipped trim, adding Nappa leather, a 15-speaker Harman Kardon audio system, a customizable head-up display, forward parking assist, and a 360-degree surround view. It suits you if you want the most premium Stinger experience.

What Kia Stinger do most buyers choose?

The Kia Stinger years with the most listings are 2022, 2021, and 2023.

Higher-listing years tend to draw more shopper attention because they give you more inventory to compare, which can make it easier to find the right price, color, and equipment mix. In the Stinger’s case, the most common years also line up with strong value and broad appeal.

What is the Kia Stinger's resale value?

Most model years in the table are moving lower year over year, which is good news if you’re shopping used because it opens up more value. The biggest drops are concentrated in the older years, while the newest examples are changing more slowly. That pattern suggests you can often step into a well-equipped Stinger at a more approachable price than you would have paid new.

The 2023 model year is holding steady, with prices close to flat year-over-year.

The 2023, 2022, and 2018 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Kia Stinger safe?

• 2022: 10/10
• 2021: 9/10
• 2018: 7/10

Drive Wise is standard on the 2022 model, bringing a broad suite of driver aids to the lineup.

For the safest used buy, the 2022 model posts the highest confirmed score of 10/10.

Should I buy a used Kia Stinger now?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2022 model is at −2.53% versus a year ago, and the 2021 model is at −5.58%.
• Deal availability: The 2022 model has 33.3% good and great deals, and the 2021 model has 33.8%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2022 model has the most listings at a current average price of $28,602. The Kia Stinger offers a distinctive liftback shape, a premium-feeling cabin, and a sporty character that make it stand out in the used market.

If you're buying used today, the 2022 model year offers the best mix of value and availability.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 15, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.