Toyota Avalon vs. Kia Stinger
When comparing the Toyota Avalon's and the Kia Stinger's specifications and ratings, the Toyota Avalon 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, overall quality score and base engine power. The Kia Stinger has the advantage in the area of resale value. Based on this comparison of the Toyota Avalon's and the Kia Stinger's specifications and ratings, the Toyota Avalon is a better car than the Kia Stinger.
Toyota Avalon vs. Kia Stinger Pricing
A used 2022 Toyota Avalon ranges from $27,897 to $43,387 while a used 2023 Kia Stinger is priced between $36,305 to $55,184. For a new model, the Toyota Avalon's price is between $36,218 and $46,562, with the Kia Stinger priced between $38,406 and $57,928.
Toyota Avalon vs. Kia Stinger Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Toyota Avalon loses 47.7 percent of its value and the Kia Stinger loses 46.8 percent of its value. This means the Kia Stinger retains 0.9 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Toyota Avalon.
Toyota Avalon vs. Kia Stinger Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Toyota Avalon is 8.9 out of 10 while the Kia Stinger's quality rating is 8.0 out of 10. This results in the Toyota Avalon being ranked 1 out of 8 Best Large Cars and the Kia Stinger being ranked 7 out of 28 Best Hatchbacks.
Toyota Avalon vs. Kia Stinger Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Toyota Avalon is 9.8 out of 10. For the Kia Stinger the reliability rating is 7.0 out of 10. This gives the Toyota Avalon an advantage in reliability compared to the Kia Stinger.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Toyota Avalon’s base engine makes 301 horsepower, and the Kia Stinger base engine makes 300 horsepower. The Avalon is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 464 miles. The Stinger is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 509 miles.This gives the Toyota Avalon the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Kia Stinger the advantage in maximum range. The Avalon uses regular unleaded, and the Stinger uses premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Toyota Avalon, a large 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, a midsize car, has the advantage in the areas of front leg room cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Toyota Avalon 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 advantage with a Top Safety Pick+ award.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$36,218 - $46,562
Used Asking Price:
$27,897 - $43,387
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
47.7%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$38,406 - $57,928
Used Asking Price:
$36,305 - $55,184
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
46.8%
Toyota Avalon Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.9 / 10
Reliability:
9.8 / 10
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Kia Stinger Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.0 / 10
Reliability:
7.0 / 10
Retained Value:
7.1 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Toyota Avalon Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 8Ranking
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1 out of / 4Ranking
1 out of / 2Ranking
2 out of / 8Ranking
3 out of / 4Ranking
6 out of / 8Ranking
6 out of / 8Kia Stinger Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 13Ranking
1 out of / 5Ranking
2 out of / 28Ranking
3 out of / 4Ranking
7 out of / 28Ranking
7 out of / 28Ranking
7 out of / 13Ranking
8 out of / 13Ranking
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9 out of / 10Ranking
10 out of / 28Ranking
10 out of / 13Ranking
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12 out of / 15Ranking
24 out of / 28Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Toyota Avalon Trim Levels
Limited, Touring, XLE
Kia Stinger Trim Levels
GT-Line, GT2
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
2 years / 25000 miles
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:
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:
301 hp @ 6600 rpm
Torque:
267 foot-lbs @ 4700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.085 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:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 32 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
319 / 464 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
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
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
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
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
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
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
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
40.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.1 inches
Cargo Space:
16.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
104.3 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:
3560 lbs
Width:
72.8 inches
Height:
56.5 inches
Length:
195.9 inches
Wheelbase:
113 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:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P215/55R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/45R18
