Hyundai SONATA vs. Kia Stinger
When we compare the Hyundai SONATA's and the Kia Stinger's specifications and ratings, the Hyundai SONATA has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value, interior volume and overall quality score. The Kia Stinger has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Hyundai SONATA's and the Kia Stinger's specifications and ratings, the Hyundai SONATA is a better car than the Kia Stinger.
Hyundai SONATA vs. Kia Stinger Pricing
A used 2023 Hyundai SONATA ranges from $22,999 to $33,874 while a used 2023 Kia Stinger is priced between $35,308 to $54,822. For a new model, the Hyundai SONATA's price is between $26,690 and $36,968, with the Kia Stinger priced between $38,477 and $57,054.
Hyundai SONATA vs. Kia Stinger Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Hyundai SONATA loses 44.7 percent of its value and the Kia Stinger loses 46.8 percent of its value. This means the Hyundai SONATA retains 2.2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Kia Stinger.
Hyundai SONATA vs. 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 6 out of 13 Best Midsize Cars and the Kia Stinger being ranked 10 out of 13.
Hyundai SONATA vs. 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 Hyundai SONATA’s base engine makes 191 horsepower, and the Kia Stinger base engine makes 300 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 509 miles. This gives the Hyundai SONATA the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Kia Stinger. The SONATA uses regular unleaded, and the Stinger uses premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are midsize cars, the 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 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 Hyundai SONATA 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 better rating with a Top Safety Pick+ award compared to the Hyundai SONATA’s Top Safety Pick award.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
26690 - 36968
Used Asking Price:
22999 - 33874
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.446811
Pricing
New Asking Price:
38477 - 57054
Used Asking Price:
35308 - 54822
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.468363
Hyundai SONATA Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.139699 / 10
Reliability:
8.019096 / 10
Retained Value:
7.4 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Kia Stinger Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.033333 / 10
Reliability:
7.0 / 10
Retained Value:
7.1 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Hyundai SONATA Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 4Ranking
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6 out of / 9Ranking
6 out of / 6Ranking
8 out of / 13Kia 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
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19 out of / 28Ranking
28 out of / 28Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Hyundai SONATA Trim Levels
Limited, N Line, SE, SEL, SEL Plus
Kia Stinger Trim Levels
GT-Line, 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:
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:
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:
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:
2.5 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:
2.5 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
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:
Standard
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:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Safety Equipment
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:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Safety Equipment
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
360-Degree Camera:
Available
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 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:
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:
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