Dodge Challenger vs. Kia Stinger
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Dodge Challenger and Kia Stinger contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Dodge Challenger and the Kia Stinger.
In comparing the Dodge Challenger's and the Kia Stinger's specifications and ratings, the Dodge Challenger has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, reliability, resale value, interior volume and base engine power. The Kia Stinger has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the Dodge Challenger's and the Kia Stinger's specifications and ratings, the Dodge Challenger is a better car than the Kia Stinger.
Pricing: A used 2023 Dodge Challenger ranges from $25,186 to $109,899 while a used 2023 Kia Stinger is priced between $31,889 to $50,943. For a new model, the Dodge Challenger's price is between $30,489 and $118,153, with the Kia Stinger priced between $39,200 and $56,230.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Dodge Challenger loses 32 percent of its value and the Kia Stinger loses 43.1 percent of its value. This means the Dodge Challenger retains 11.2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Kia Stinger.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Dodge Challenger is 7.9 out of 10 while the Kia Stinger's quality rating is 8.3 out of 10.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Dodge Challenger is 7.2 out of 10. For the Kia Stinger the reliability rating is 7.0 out of 10. This gives the Dodge Challenger a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Kia Stinger.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Dodge Challenger’s base engine makes 303 horsepower, and the Kia Stinger base engine makes 300 horsepower. The Challenger is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 555 miles. The Stinger is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 509 miles.This gives the Kia Stinger the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Dodge Challenger the advantage in maximum range. The Challenger uses regular unleaded, and the Stinger uses premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Dodge Challenger, a sports car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room and rear head room. The Kia Stinger, a midsize car, has the advantage in the areas of front leg room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space.
Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Dodge Challenger and the Kia Stinger have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
$30,489 - $118,153
Starting MSRP:
$31,965
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Sports Cars)
$31,409
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Sports Cars)
$26,400 - $40,990
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
$39,200 - $56,230
Starting MSRP:
$36,690
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize Cars)
$28,753
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize Cars)
$24,395 - $43,010
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$50,915
Price Range:
$25,186 - $109,899
Category Avg Price:
(Sports Cars)
$39,153
Category Avg Price Range:
(Sports Cars)
$30,557 - $51,388
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
1,083
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
23,377
# Good or Great Deals:
196
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$40,199
Price Range:
$31,889 - $50,943
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize Cars)
$28,886
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize Cars)
$23,223 - $40,199
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
99
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
30,052
# Good or Great Deals:
29
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
$10,726
Depreciation %:
33.6%
Resale Value $:
$21,239
Residual Value %:
66.4%
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Sports Cars)
33.6%
Category Depreciation Range:
(Sports Cars)
33.6% - 33.6%
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
$16,225
Depreciation %:
44.2%
Resale Value $:
$20,465
Residual Value %:
55.8%
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Midsize Cars)
44.3%
Category Depreciation Range:
(Midsize Cars)
44.2% - 44.6%
Dodge Challenger Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.9 / 10
Reliability:
7.2 / 10
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Kia Stinger Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.3 / 10
Reliability:
7.0 / 10
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Dodge Challenger
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
8.6
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Sports Cars)
11
Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Sports Cars)
7.9 - 14.3
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.2%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Kia Stinger
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Midsize Cars)
9.1
Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize Cars)
8.5 - 12
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.3
Typical Category Recalls:
(Sports Cars)
2.2
Category Range for Recalls:
(Sports Cars)
1.3 - 5.1
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
4.2
Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize Cars)
4.2
Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize Cars)
1.3 - 16.2
Dodge Challenger Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 14Ranking
1 out of / 14Ranking
1 out of / 14Ranking
2 out of / 14Ranking
4 out of / 14Ranking
5 out of / 14Ranking
12 out of / 14Kia Stinger Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 13Ranking
6 out of / 13Ranking
8 out of / 13Ranking
10 out of / 13Ranking
10 out of / 13Ranking
11 out of / 13Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Dodge Challenger Trim Levels
GT, R/T, R/T Scat Pack, SRT Hellcat Jailbreak, SRT Hellcat Redeye, SRT Hellcat Redeye Jailbreak, SRT Super Stock, SXT
Kia Stinger Trim Levels
GT-Line, GT2
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 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
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
303 hp @ 6350 rpm
Torque:
268 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.079 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
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:
3.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 30 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
352 / 555 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular 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
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wifi:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wifi:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
Standard
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
42 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.9 inches
Cargo Space:
16.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
93.9 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:
3841 lbs
Width:
85.4 inches
Height:
57.7 inches
Length:
197.9 inches
Wheelbase:
116 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.2 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 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/55R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/45R18
Exterior Colors
Black
Pitch Black Clear Coat
Blue
B5 Blue Pearl Coat / Frostbite
Gray
Destroyer Grey Clear Coat / Granite Pearl Coat / Triple Nickel Clear Coat
Green
F8 Green / Sublime Metallic Clearcoat
Orange
Go Mango / Sinamon Stick
Purple
Plum Crazy Pearl Coat
Red
Octane Red Pearl Coat / TorRed Clear Coat
White
White Knuckle Clear Coat
Silver
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Aurora Black Pearl
Blue
Micro Blue Pearl
Gray
Steel Matte Gray
Green
Ascot Green
Orange
Not available
Purple
Not available
Red
HiChroma Red
White
Snow White Pearl
Silver
Ceramic Silver / Panthera Metal
Interior Colors
Black
Black
Beige
Not available
Red
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Black
Beige
Beige
Red
Red
