Used Kia Stinger for Sale nearLexington, KY

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 $25,762, and its nationwide average price reached a low of $24,539 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 style, performance, and value in one package. The all-generations owner rating is 4.83/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the Stinger for its powerful, sporty driving feel, upscale cabin, and strong value for the money. Across the model range, drivers also highlight the car’s technology and overall premium character.

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

The main tradeoffs center on rear-seat space, touchscreen response, and some equipment that varies by trim and year, so the best buy is usually the one with the right feature mix for your needs.

31.2% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Kia Stinger models reliable?

Owners consistently describe the Stinger as a car that delivers strong performance, luxury touches, and a satisfying driving experience. Expert feedback also points to a well-rounded package with appealing styling and technology.

• 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 with a clean history and the equipment you want.

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

Across all model years, at 66.8% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2023 models.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: Drive Wise suite of driver aids
• Infotainment: 10.25-inch infotainment display with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay compatibility
• 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, a 10.25-inch infotainment display, standard navigation with Uvo link, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay compatibility, and a broad set of standard safety tech. It is the best-value trim if you want the newest features without moving up the price ladder.
• GT1: This trim adds a more value-oriented step up with the larger V6 engine, brushed aluminum interior surfaces, and a stronger premium feel.
• GT2: The top trim adds Nappa leather, a 15-speaker Harman Kardon audio system, a customizable head-up display, a 360-degree surround view, forward parking assist, and the most upscale equipment in the lineup.

What Kia Stinger do most buyers choose?

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

The highest-volume years tend to attract the most shoppers because they usually offer the broadest mix of pricing, equipment, and availability. That makes them easier to compare side by side when you want the best balance of value and selection.

What is the Kia Stinger's resale value?

Most model years are down year over year, which is good news if you want to buy used after the steepest price drops have already happened. The largest declines are concentrated in older examples, while the newest years are moving only slightly.

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

The 2022 model includes Kia’s Drive Wise suite of driver aids, with standard lane keep assist, lane departure warning, high-beam assist, lane follow assist, safe exit warning, and highway driving assist.

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 −1.74% versus a year ago, and the 2021 model is at −6.86%.
• Deal availability: The 2022 model has 33.1% good and great deals, and the 2021 model has 32.6%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2022 model has the most listings at a current average price of $28,591. The Kia Stinger offers a distinctive liftback shape, upscale cabin feel, 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 22, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.