Lexus RC 350 vs. Kia Stinger
In comparing the Lexus RC 350's and the Kia Stinger's specifications and ratings, the Lexus RC 350 has the advantage in the areas of resale value and base engine power. 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, and fuel efficiency, reliability, interior volume and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the Lexus RC 350's and the Kia Stinger's specifications and ratings, the Kia Stinger is a better car than the Lexus RC 350.
Lexus RC 350 vs. Kia Stinger Pricing
A used 2023 Lexus RC 350 ranges from $46,894 to $60,936 while a used 2023 Kia Stinger is priced between $35,554 to $54,840. For a new model, the Lexus RC 350's price is between $56,398 and $62,252, with the Kia Stinger priced between $38,488 and $57,428.
Lexus RC 350 vs. Kia Stinger Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Lexus RC 350 loses 32.3 percent of its value and the Kia Stinger loses 46.8 percent of its value. This means the Lexus RC 350 retains 14.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Kia Stinger.
Lexus RC 350 vs. Kia Stinger Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Lexus RC 350 is 7.7 out of 10 while the Kia Stinger's quality rating is 8.0 out of 10. This results in the Lexus RC 350 being ranked 14 out of 33 Best Luxury Coupes and the Kia Stinger being ranked 7 out of 28 Best Hatchbacks.
Lexus RC 350 vs. Kia Stinger Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Lexus RC 350 is 6.0 out of 10. For the Kia Stinger the reliability rating is 7.0 out of 10. This gives the Kia Stinger an advantage in reliability compared to the Lexus RC 350.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Lexus RC 350’s base engine makes 311 horsepower, and the Kia Stinger base engine makes 300 horsepower. The RC 350 is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 490 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 fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Lexus RC 350. 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 shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Lexus RC 350, a compact car, has the advantage in the areas of front head room and front leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Kia Stinger has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings. When comparing IIHS evaluations, the Kia Stinger has the advantage with a Top Safety Pick+ award.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$56,398 - $62,252
Used Asking Price:
$46,894 - $60,936
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
32.3%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$38,488 - $57,428
Used Asking Price:
$35,554 - $54,840
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
46.8%
Lexus RC 350 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.7 / 10
Reliability:
6.0 / 10
Retained Value:
9.4 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Kia Stinger Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.0 / 10
Reliability:
7.0 / 10
Retained Value:
7.1 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Lexus RC 350 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 36Ranking
1 out of / 30Ranking
2 out of / 36Ranking
2 out of / 33Ranking
2 out of / 30Ranking
5 out of / 8Ranking
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6 out of / 33Ranking
6 out of / 29Ranking
7 out of / 33Ranking
7 out of / 30Ranking
9 out of / 36Ranking
14 out of / 33Ranking
17 out of / 30Ranking
18 out of / 30Ranking
18 out of / 26Ranking
19 out of / 36Ranking
21 out of / 36Ranking
21 out of / 36Ranking
22 out of / 32Ranking
29 out of / 33Kia 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
8 out of / 13Ranking
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10 out of / 28Ranking
10 out of / 13Ranking
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20 out of / 28Ranking
24 out of / 28Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Lexus RC 350 Trim Levels
Base, F SPORT
Kia Stinger Trim Levels
GT-Line, GT2
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 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):
Not yet available
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:
311 hp @ 6600 rpm
Torque:
280 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.083 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:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 28 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
350 / 490 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium 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
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot 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:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot 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
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39 inches
Front Leg Room:
45.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
34.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
27.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
50.8 inches
Cargo Space:
10.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
83.8 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:
3748 lbs
Width:
80.6 inches
Height:
54.9 inches
Length:
185 inches
Wheelbase:
107.5 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:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/45R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/45R18
