Acura TLX vs. Kia Stinger
In comparing the Acura TLX's and the Kia Stinger's specifications and ratings, the Acura TLX has the advantage in the areas of reliability and overall quality score. The Kia Stinger has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, resale value, interior volume and base engine power. The Acura TLX and Kia Stinger have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Acura TLX's and the Kia Stinger's specifications and ratings, the Kia Stinger is a better car than the Acura TLX.
Acura TLX vs. Kia Stinger Pricing
A used 2023 Acura TLX ranges from $36,185 to $55,998 while a used 2023 Kia Stinger is priced between $35,308 to $54,822. For a new model, the Acura TLX's price is between $41,219 and $58,345, with the Kia Stinger priced between $38,477 and $57,054.
Acura TLX vs. Kia Stinger Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Acura TLX loses 51.1 percent of its value and the Kia Stinger loses 46.8 percent of its value. This means the Kia Stinger retains 4.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Acura TLX.
Acura TLX vs. Kia Stinger Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Acura TLX is 8.4 out of 10 while the Kia Stinger's quality rating is 8.0 out of 10. This results in the Acura TLX being ranked 9 out of 29 Best Luxury Midsize Cars and the Kia Stinger being ranked 8 out of 28 Best Hatchbacks.
Acura TLX vs. Kia Stinger Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Acura TLX is 7.2 out of 10. For the Kia Stinger the reliability rating is 7.0 out of 10. This gives the Acura TLX a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Kia Stinger.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Acura TLX’s base engine makes 272 horsepower, and the Kia Stinger base engine makes 300 horsepower. Both the TLX and the Stinger are rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 491 and 509 miles respectively. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are midsize cars, the Kia Stinger has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front leg room, rear head room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Acura TLX has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room and rear shoulder room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Acura TLX and the Kia Stinger have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars. When comparing IIHS evaluations, both the Acura TLX and the Kia Stinger have the same Top Safety Pick+ award.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
41219 - 58345
Used Asking Price:
36185 - 55998
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.511408
Pricing
New Asking Price:
38477 - 57054
Used Asking Price:
35308 - 54822
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.468363
Acura TLX Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.366666 / 10
Reliability:
7.2 / 10
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Kia Stinger Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.033333 / 10
Reliability:
7.0 / 10
Retained Value:
7.1 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Acura TLX Rankings
Ranking
4 out of / 20Ranking
5 out of / 9Ranking
9 out of / 29Ranking
9 out of / 29Ranking
15 out of / 29Ranking
16 out of / 29Ranking
19 out of / 29Ranking
26 out of / 29Kia Stinger Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 13Ranking
1 out of / 5Ranking
2 out of / 28Ranking
3 out of / 4Ranking
8 out of / 28Ranking
8 out of / 28Ranking
8 out of / 13Ranking
8 out of / 9Ranking
9 out of / 13Ranking
9 out of / 13Ranking
10 out of / 13Ranking
10 out of / 13Ranking
11 out of / 13Ranking
11 out of / 13Ranking
11 out of / 13Ranking
19 out of / 28Ranking
28 out of / 28Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Acura TLX Trim Levels
Base, SH-AWD Type S, SH-AWD Type S PMC Edition, SH-AWD Type S w/Perf. Wheel+Tire, SH-AWD w/A-SPEC, SH-AWD w/Advance, w/A-SPEC, w/Tech
Kia Stinger Trim Levels
GT-Line, GT2
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
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:
TOP SAFETY PICK +
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
TOP SAFETY PICK +
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
272 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
280 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.073 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
300 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
311 foot-lbs @ 1650 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.079 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 31 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
349 / 491 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 32 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
350 / 509 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55 inches
Cargo Space:
13.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
93.4 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:
3709 lbs
Width:
75.2 inches
Height:
56.4 inches
Length:
194.6 inches
Wheelbase:
113 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3814 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:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/50R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/45R18