2021 Hyundai SONATA vs. 2021 Kia Stinger
In comparing the 2021 Hyundai SONATA's and the 2021 Kia Stinger's specifications and ratings, the 2021 Hyundai SONATA has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value, interior volume and overall quality score. The 2021 Kia Stinger has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2021 Hyundai SONATA's and the 2021 Kia Stinger's specifications and ratings, the 2021 Hyundai SONATA is a better car than the 2021 Kia Stinger.
2021 Hyundai SONATA vs. 2021 Kia Stinger Pricing
A used 2021 Hyundai SONATA ranges from $17,994 to $28,993 while a used 2021 Kia Stinger is priced between $27,685 to $42,960.
2021 Hyundai SONATA vs. 2021 Kia Stinger Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2021 Hyundai SONATA loses 44.7 percent of its value and the 2021 Kia Stinger loses 46.8 percent of its value. This means the 2021 Hyundai SONATA retains 2.2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2021 Kia Stinger.
2021 Hyundai SONATA vs. 2021 Kia Stinger Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Hyundai SONATA is 8.1 out of 10 while the Kia Stinger's quality rating is 8.0 out of 10. This results in the Hyundai SONATA being ranked 8 out of 13 Best Midsize Cars and the Kia Stinger being ranked 10 out of 13.
2021 Hyundai SONATA vs. 2021 Kia Stinger Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Hyundai SONATA is 8.0 out of 10. For the Kia Stinger the reliability rating is 7.0 out of 10. This gives the Hyundai SONATA an advantage in reliability compared to the Kia Stinger.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2021 Hyundai SONATA’s base engine makes 191 horsepower, and the 2021 Kia Stinger base engine makes 255 horsepower. The SONATA is rated to deliver an average of 31 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 548 miles. The Stinger is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 461 miles. This gives the 2021 Hyundai SONATA the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2021 Kia Stinger. The SONATA uses regular unleaded, and the Stinger uses premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are midsize cars, the 2021 Hyundai SONATA has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room and rear shoulder room. The 2021 Kia Stinger has the advantage in the areas of rear leg room cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2021 Hyundai SONATA and the 2021 Kia Stinger have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$17,994 - $28,993
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
44.7%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$27,685 - $42,960
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
46.8%
Hyundai SONATA Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.1 / 10
Reliability:
8.0 / 10
Retained Value:
7.4 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Kia Stinger Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.0 / 10
Reliability:
7.0 / 10
Retained Value:
7.1 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Hyundai SONATA Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 13Ranking
2 out of / 13Ranking
2 out of / 4Ranking
4 out of / 13Ranking
4 out of / 10Ranking
6 out of / 13Ranking
8 out of / 13Ranking
8 out of / 13Ranking
8 out of / 8Ranking
11 out of / 13Ranking
12 out of / 13Kia Stinger Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 13Ranking
1 out of / 5Ranking
2 out of / 28Ranking
3 out of / 4Ranking
7 out of / 28Ranking
7 out of / 13Ranking
8 out of / 13Ranking
8 out of / 13Ranking
9 out of / 10Ranking
10 out of / 28Ranking
10 out of / 13Ranking
10 out of / 13Ranking
11 out of / 13Ranking
11 out of / 13Ranking
12 out of / 15Ranking
20 out of / 28Ranking
24 out of / 28Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2021 Hyundai SONATA Trim Levels
Limited, N Line, SE, SEL, SEL Plus
2021 Kia Stinger Trim Levels
GT, GT-Line, GT1, GT2
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
191 hp @ 6100 rpm
Torque:
181 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.061 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
255 hp @ 6200 rpm
Torque:
260 foot-lbs @ 1400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.071 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
27 / 37 / 31
Range (city/hwy):
400 / 548 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 29 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
350 / 461 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40 inches
Front Leg Room:
46.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.1 inches
Cargo Space:
16.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
104.4 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
37 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.8 inches
Cargo Space:
23.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
93.8 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3120 lbs
Width:
73.2 inches
Height:
56.9 inches
Length:
192.9 inches
Wheelbase:
111.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3611 lbs
Width:
73.6 inches
Height:
55.1 inches
Length:
190.2 inches
Wheelbase:
114.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P205/65R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/45R18
