Kia Stinger vs. BMW 3 Series
When we compare the Kia Stinger's and the BMW 3 Series's specifications and ratings, 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 and base engine power. The BMW 3 Series has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability, interior volume and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the Kia Stinger's and the BMW 3 Series's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Kia Stinger vs. BMW 3 Series Pricing
A used 2023 Kia Stinger ranges from $35,308 to $54,822 while a used 2024 BMW 3 Series is priced between $47,312 to $65,946. For a new model, the Kia Stinger's price is between $38,477 and $57,054, with the BMW 3 Series priced between $47,938 and $68,615.
Kia Stinger vs. BMW 3 Series Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Kia Stinger loses 46.8 percent of its value and the BMW 3 Series loses 52.3 percent of its value. This means the Kia Stinger retains 5.4 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the BMW 3 Series.
Kia Stinger vs. BMW 3 Series Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Kia Stinger is 8.0 out of 10 while the BMW 3 Series' quality rating is 8.7 out of 10. This results in the Kia Stinger being ranked 8 out of 28 Best Hatchbacks and the BMW 3 Series being ranked 6 out of 36 Best Luxury Small Cars.
Kia Stinger vs. BMW 3 Series Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Kia Stinger is 7.0 out of 10. For the BMW 3 Series the reliability rating is 8.4 out of 10. This gives the BMW 3 Series an advantage in reliability compared to the Kia Stinger.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Kia Stinger’s base engine makes 300 horsepower, and the BMW 3 Series base engine makes 255 horsepower. The Stinger is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 509 miles. The 3 Series is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 530 miles. This gives the BMW 3 Series the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Kia Stinger. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The BMW 3 Series, a compact car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room and rear head room. The Kia Stinger, a midsize car, has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Kia Stinger and the BMW 3 Series 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:
38477 - 57054
Used Asking Price:
35308 - 54822
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.468363
Pricing
New Asking Price:
47938 - 68615
Used Asking Price:
47312 - 65946
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.522554
Kia Stinger Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.033333 / 10
Reliability:
7.0 / 10
Retained Value:
7.1 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
BMW 3 Series Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.686143 / 10
Reliability:
8.358429 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Kia 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 / 28BMW 3 Series Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 21Ranking
2 out of / 15Ranking
6 out of / 36Ranking
6 out of / 36Ranking
6 out of / 30Ranking
6 out of / 10Ranking
9 out of / 30Ranking
10 out of / 30Ranking
11 out of / 36Ranking
12 out of / 36Ranking
12 out of / 26Ranking
14 out of / 31Ranking
15 out of / 30Ranking
17 out of / 36Ranking
25 out of / 30Ranking
31 out of / 36Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
Kia Stinger Trim Levels
GT-Line, GT2
BMW 3 Series Trim Levels
330i, 330i xDrive, M340i, M340i xDrive
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
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:
Not yet available
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
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
255 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
295 foot-lbs @ 1550 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.072 hp per pound
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
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
25 / 34 / 29
Range (city/hwy):
390 / 530 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
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
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
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
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
42 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.6 inches
Cargo Space:
13 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
94.0 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3536 lbs
Width:
81.4 inches
Height:
56.8 inches
Length:
185.9 inches
Wheelbase:
112.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.6 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/45R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/45R18