Kia Stinger GT-Line vs. Hyundai ELANTRA N Line

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Kia Stinger GT-Line and Hyundai ELANTRA N Line 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 Kia Stinger GT-Line and the Hyundai ELANTRA N Line.

When comparing the Kia Stinger GT-Line's and the Hyundai ELANTRA N Line's specifications and ratings, the Kia Stinger GT-Line has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The Hyundai ELANTRA N Line 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, resale value and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Kia Stinger GT-Line's and the Hyundai ELANTRA N Line's specifications and ratings, the Hyundai ELANTRA N Line is a better car than the Kia Stinger GT-Line.

Pricing: A used 2023 Kia Stinger GT-Line ranges from $26,998 to $37,250 while a used 2023 Hyundai ELANTRA N Line is priced between $18,998 to $28,406. For a new model, the Kia Stinger GT-Line's price is between $36,635 and $43,330, with the Hyundai ELANTRA N Line priced between $27,560 and $29,474.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Kia Stinger GT-Line loses 48.8 percent of its value and the Hyundai ELANTRA N Line loses 40.6 percent of its value. This means the Hyundai ELANTRA N Line retains 8.2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Kia Stinger GT-Line.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Kia Stinger GT-Line’s base engine makes 300 horsepower, and the Hyundai ELANTRA N Line base engine makes 201 horsepower. The GT-Line is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 509 miles. The N Line is rated to deliver an average of 31 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 446 miles.This gives the Hyundai ELANTRA N Line the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Kia Stinger GT-Line the advantage in maximum range. The GT-Line uses premium unleaded, and the N Line uses regular unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison: The Hyundai ELANTRA N Line, a compact car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The Kia Stinger GT-Line, a midsize car, has the advantage in the areas of front leg room cargo space.

Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Kia Stinger GT-Line has higher safety ratings than the Hyundai ELANTRA N Line, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4.81 out of 5 Stars.