Dodge Challenger vs. Kia Stinger
When 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.
Dodge Challenger vs. Kia Stinger Pricing
A used 2023 Dodge Challenger ranges from $29,267 to $139,999 while a used 2023 Kia Stinger is priced between $35,308 to $54,822. For a new model, the Dodge Challenger's price is between $31,749 and $95,527, with the Kia Stinger priced between $38,477 and $57,054.
Dodge Challenger vs. Kia Stinger Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Dodge Challenger loses 24.4 percent of its value and the Kia Stinger loses 46.8 percent of its value. This means the Dodge Challenger retains 22.4 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Kia Stinger.
Dodge Challenger vs. 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 8.0 out of 10. This results in the Dodge Challenger being ranked 2 out of 15 Best Sports Cars and the Kia Stinger being ranked 7 out of 28 Best Hatchbacks.
Dodge Challenger vs. Kia Stinger Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Dodge Challenger is 8.0 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 Comparison
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. When comparing IIHS evaluations, the Kia Stinger has the advantage with a Top Safety Pick+ award.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$31,749 - $95,527
Used Asking Price:
$29,267 - $139,999
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
24.4%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$38,477 - $57,054
Used Asking Price:
$35,308 - $54,822
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
46.8%
Dodge Challenger Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.9 / 10
Reliability:
8.0 / 10
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Kia Stinger Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.0 / 10
Reliability:
7.0 / 10
Retained Value:
7.1 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Dodge Challenger Rankings
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1 out of / 15Ranking
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4 out of / 11Ranking
4 out of / 6Ranking
5 out of / 15Ranking
5 out of / 15Ranking
9 out of / 15Kia Stinger Rankings
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1 out of / 13Ranking
1 out of / 5Ranking
2 out of / 28Ranking
3 out of / 4Ranking
7 out of / 28Ranking
7 out of / 13Ranking
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24 out of / 28Available 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
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
TOP SAFETY PICK +
Base Drivetrain Specifications
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 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:
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
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Safety Equipment
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 Equipment
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
