Used Kia Stinger for Sale nearColumbia, MO

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 $25,143, and that figure reached a low of $24,555 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 pick if you want a sporty, upscale used car with broad owner appeal. The all-generations owner rating is 4.8/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the Stinger for its powerful performance, stylish interior and exterior design, and premium-feeling technology. Across the model years, the car also stands out for its fun driving character and strong value.

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

The main trade-offs center on the back seat, the touchscreen response, and the fact that advanced safety features were not always standard on earlier versions.

30.8% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Kia Stinger models reliable?

Owners consistently rate the Stinger highly, and the review summaries repeatedly point to strong performance, upscale features, and a satisfying driving experience. Expert commentary also reinforces the car’s appeal as a distinctive, well-equipped performance liftback with broad value.

• Owners rate the Kia Stinger between 4.6 and 5 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For long-term ownership, you should still verify service history and recall completion carefully, especially on earlier model years.

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

Across all model years, at 66.5% 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, multi-device Bluetooth connectivity, 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, which is a three-mpg bump during highway driving. 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: The entry trim brings the 2.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder, standard rear-wheel drive, and the refreshed 10.25-inch infotainment display. It is the best-value trim for many shoppers because it captures the Stinger’s core style and performance at the lowest starting price.
• GT1: This trim adds a more value-oriented step up with the larger V6 engine, making it a strong choice if you want more power and a richer equipment mix without going all the way to the top trim.
• GT2: The top trim adds Nappa leather, a 15-speaker Harman Kardon audio system, a customizable head-up display, a 360-degree surround view, and forward parking assist. It suits you best if you want the most fully equipped Stinger.

What Kia Stinger do most buyers choose?

The Kia Stinger years with the most listings are 2022, 2021, and 2019.

Higher-listing years tend to draw more shoppers because they give you more inventory to compare, which can make it easier to find the right color, mileage, and equipment mix. They also often become the default starting point when you want a balance of availability and value.

What is the Kia Stinger's resale value?

The table shows broad downward movement across the lineup, which can work in your favor if you’re shopping used. The steepest drops are concentrated in the older and mid-cycle years, while the newest examples show smaller declines. That pattern suggests you may find stronger value in recent model years without giving up the Stinger’s core appeal.

The 2018, 2022, and 2023 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

The 2022 Kia Stinger includes the Drive Wise suite of driver aids as standard across 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 −3.06% versus a year ago, and the 2021 model is at −6.16%.
• Deal availability: The 2022 model has 31.7% good and great deals, and the 2021 model has 31.7%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2022 model has the most listings at a current average price of $28,148. The Kia Stinger offers a distinctive blend of style, performance, and upscale character that makes it feel special in daily driving.

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

How does the 2021 Kia Stinger compare to the 2021 Genesis G70?

Expert Pros & Cons (per CarGurus review team)

2021 Kia Stinger:

• Pros: Excellent value for money, Multiple powertrain options, Fun to drive.
• Cons: Advanced safety features are not standard.

2021 Genesis G70:

• Pros: Stylish design, Fun to drive, Excellent value for money.
• Cons: Underwhelming base engine, Cramped back seat, Not much cargo space.

Our experts score the 2021 Kia Stinger 8.8/10 and the 2021 Genesis G70 8.3/10. The Stinger stands out for its multiple powertrain options and strong value, while the G70 leans into stylish design and also delivers a fun drive. If you want the stronger overall expert pick, the Stinger has the edge; if you prefer the G70’s styling, it remains a compelling alternative.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 21, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.