Kia Stinger vs. Nissan 370Z

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Kia Stinger and Nissan 370Z 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 and the Nissan 370Z.

When we compare the Kia Stinger's and the Nissan 370Z's specifications and ratings, the Kia Stinger has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency, interior volume and overall quality score. The Nissan 370Z has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Kia Stinger's and the Nissan 370Z's specifications and ratings, the Kia Stinger is a better car than the Nissan 370Z.

Pricing: A used 2020 Kia Stinger ranges from $22,779 to $37,526 while a used 2020 Nissan 370Z is priced between $26,628 to $44,494.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Kia Stinger loses 43.1 percent of its value and the Nissan 370Z loses 31.9 percent of its value. This means the Nissan 370Z 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 Kia Stinger is 8.3 out of 10 while the Nissan 370Z's quality rating is 8.3 out of 10. This results in the Kia Stinger being ranked 10 out of 13 Best Midsize Cars and the Nissan 370Z being ranked 4 out of 15 Best Sports Cars.

Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Kia Stinger is 7.0 out of 10. For the Nissan 370Z the reliability rating is 8.0 out of 10. This gives the Nissan 370Z 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 255 horsepower, and the Nissan 370Z base engine makes 332 horsepower. The Stinger is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 461 miles. The 370Z is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 494 miles.This gives the Kia Stinger the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Nissan 370Z the advantage in maximum range. Both models use premium unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison: The Kia Stinger, a midsize car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, and cargo space. The Nissan 370Z, a sports car, has the advantage in the area of front leg room.

Safety Ratings: The Kia Stinger has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.