'19 GS 350 vs '19 Kia Stinger GT2
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'19 GS 350 vs '19 Kia Stinger GT2
Links below for both specific cars.
Drove both of these last weekend, and driving both again this weekend. Lexus offered to let me keep GS overnight to get a proper test drive, so doing that tonight. Theirs, as you can see in the pics, has been sitting since winter began (snow in pics, lol). Wasn't able to test drive that one as the Sales Manager has been driving it. So it may have couple thousand miles on it, but they *assure* me it will be deeply discounted. Coming from a '15 (luxury) the infotainment and safety equipment upgrades are awesome, and they did squeeze 5 more hp than my '15 (lol). The only regret, if I did replace car now, is if 2020 actually brings improvements/something new, but that is a BIG if....
The Kia, which is only on my radar after reading about it here, was... in a word, Amazing! From red brembo brakes, to body design and wheels, to interior, everything looked and felt top of the line. While maybe not on par with Lexus interior, this had the advantage of feeling state of the art, while the '19 GS felt dated. The Kia was more than I expected for sure. Though in the very short test drive, the power didn't Wow me like I thought it would. Once I get a longer test drive this weekend I hope to have a better idea.
Thoughts?
https://www.performancelexusrivercen...z1blxka011244/
https://www.sweeneykia.com/new/Kia/2...1c8ac6a51a.htm
Drove both of these last weekend, and driving both again this weekend. Lexus offered to let me keep GS overnight to get a proper test drive, so doing that tonight. Theirs, as you can see in the pics, has been sitting since winter began (snow in pics, lol). Wasn't able to test drive that one as the Sales Manager has been driving it. So it may have couple thousand miles on it, but they *assure* me it will be deeply discounted. Coming from a '15 (luxury) the infotainment and safety equipment upgrades are awesome, and they did squeeze 5 more hp than my '15 (lol). The only regret, if I did replace car now, is if 2020 actually brings improvements/something new, but that is a BIG if....
The Kia, which is only on my radar after reading about it here, was... in a word, Amazing! From red brembo brakes, to body design and wheels, to interior, everything looked and felt top of the line. While maybe not on par with Lexus interior, this had the advantage of feeling state of the art, while the '19 GS felt dated. The Kia was more than I expected for sure. Though in the very short test drive, the power didn't Wow me like I thought it would. Once I get a longer test drive this weekend I hope to have a better idea.
Thoughts?
https://www.performancelexusrivercen...z1blxka011244/
https://www.sweeneykia.com/new/Kia/2...1c8ac6a51a.htm
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RichardB23 (08-19-19)
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Edit: 49 not 47
Last edited by NickMayer; 08-16-19 at 09:22 AM.
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Who knows what mechanical problems you will face since the Stinger is somewhat of a new model to KIA. You know the Lexus will not break down as long as the normal maintenance is kept up. Plus over 50k after taxes and loan interest.
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Lexus seems like a no-brainer. Car looks pretty clean and well kept. Plus you have already driven it and familiar with Lexus.
I wouldn’t pay over 30K for that Stinger. Nothing about the car makes it worth 50K. Haven’t driven one therefore cant comment on the engine and how it feels but like someone mentioned; it’s a fairly new car and you don't know what issues might surface later on.
Cant beat the Lexus interior design and the vibrant red leather. Stinger’s dash looks like a cheap Mercedes version. Only good that I liked was the red seats, haha.
Your choice at the end of the day ! If you want to go with something new and different then the stinger it is lol
I wouldn’t pay over 30K for that Stinger. Nothing about the car makes it worth 50K. Haven’t driven one therefore cant comment on the engine and how it feels but like someone mentioned; it’s a fairly new car and you don't know what issues might surface later on.
Cant beat the Lexus interior design and the vibrant red leather. Stinger’s dash looks like a cheap Mercedes version. Only good that I liked was the red seats, haha.
Your choice at the end of the day ! If you want to go with something new and different then the stinger it is lol
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jonathancl (08-16-19)
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Wow..the thing with Kia, they try WAY TOO HARD. Jesus H. Christ. Can they add any more novelty stuff to the exterior there? Few more wind blades and lights and tabs and stuff? It just looks WAY too busy. Good grief.
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I feel the same way, way to busy, maybe it's the color white but I'm biased to the GS. It doesn't look oem but looks modded, hard to explain...you see a GSF or an Audi S7, it looks oem with the nice rims and breaks. But I do like the stinger much better in black.
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NickMayer (08-16-19)
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Lexus seems like a no-brainer. Car looks pretty clean and well kept. Plus you have already driven it and familiar with Lexus.
I wouldn’t pay over 30K for that Stinger. Nothing about the car makes it worth 50K. Haven’t driven one therefore cant comment on the engine and how it feels but like someone mentioned; it’s a fairly new car and you don't know what issues might surface later on.
Cant beat the Lexus interior design and the vibrant red leather. Stinger’s dash looks like a cheap Mercedes version. Only good that I liked was the red seats, haha.
Your choice at the end of the day ! If you want to go with something new and different then the stinger it is lol
I wouldn’t pay over 30K for that Stinger. Nothing about the car makes it worth 50K. Haven’t driven one therefore cant comment on the engine and how it feels but like someone mentioned; it’s a fairly new car and you don't know what issues might surface later on.
Cant beat the Lexus interior design and the vibrant red leather. Stinger’s dash looks like a cheap Mercedes version. Only good that I liked was the red seats, haha.
Your choice at the end of the day ! If you want to go with something new and different then the stinger it is lol
I will, Lexus dude has been hounding me this week (GS been there for EVER) and wants me to take car overnight tonight. So I guess I'm going in for an 18 hour test drive, lol
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Maybe hang out on the Kia forums and see what they're saying about the Stinger. Hanging out here is what helped me decide to buy mine. I don't trust the magazines... for reviews on a car. Lexus issues are so trivial compared to other makes IMO.
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That GS looks just like mine but it has the triple LED headlights! Dammit that looks sexy. Nick u'd be a fool not to pick the GS!!!!
Well let me know ur thoughts on the 2 cars after the longer test drives.
I feel that the Korean cars designs are trying to copy Benz, BMW, Audi and they always end up looking like a knockoff from all blended together. At least Lexus' designs are original.
Well let me know ur thoughts on the 2 cars after the longer test drives.
I feel that the Korean cars designs are trying to copy Benz, BMW, Audi and they always end up looking like a knockoff from all blended together. At least Lexus' designs are original.
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NickMayer (08-17-19)
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That GS looks just like mine but it has the triple LED headlights! Dammit that looks sexy. Nick u'd be a fool not to pick the GS!!!!
Well let me know ur thoughts on the 2 cars after the longer test drives.
I feel that the Korean cars designs are trying to copy Benz, BMW, Audi and they always end up looking like a knockoff from all blended together. At least Lexus' designs are original.
Well let me know ur thoughts on the 2 cars after the longer test drives.
I feel that the Korean cars designs are trying to copy Benz, BMW, Audi and they always end up looking like a knockoff from all blended together. At least Lexus' designs are original.
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A think a '19 GS F Sport is going to drive quite a bit different compared to your '15 Lux. Even if you go with the GS, I think you might miss the 18way semi-aniline seats and the nice balance b/w comfort/luxury/sport the Lux model offers. Unfortunately, there's no Lux GS available anymore and its a shame...
However, there is always the car "feeling" like something substantial. When you drive a car like the GS, its size, presence and feel are obvious. The heavy in a good way things feel add to it as well: like gripping the wheel, pressing a button or even closing the door. The GS is comfortable and classy when you just wanna cruise and dialed up just enough when you want to let loose.
To me, if the Kia also brings that type of presence/feel/balance for $50k, I'd say go for the newer kid on the block...but how can you know if you don't take the chance?
However, there is always the car "feeling" like something substantial. When you drive a car like the GS, its size, presence and feel are obvious. The heavy in a good way things feel add to it as well: like gripping the wheel, pressing a button or even closing the door. The GS is comfortable and classy when you just wanna cruise and dialed up just enough when you want to let loose.
To me, if the Kia also brings that type of presence/feel/balance for $50k, I'd say go for the newer kid on the block...but how can you know if you don't take the chance?
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NickMayer (08-17-19)
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I almost bought a Stinger earlier this year. Fantastic cars and the power was intoxicating. They’re $52k or so loaded, but easy to get at least $8k off, making them substantially cheaper than the GS.
I also think they’re one of the best looking cars on the road. Engine has been in use by Genesis for years and is pretty proven.
In in the end, I stuck with the GS (traded my 15 for a 19) because the Kia’s handling wasn’t as good and because the Stinger forum pointed to lots of minor issues, like a very common hatch rattle, premature leather wear, etc.
I still gawk at the Stinger and love them. I think they’re awesome. But the experience with my 15 GS was too good to make the switch. Never a rattle, very solid, worry free. Not nearly as powerful or fast in a straight line as the Stinger, but it’s just such a good all-around vehicle.
I also think they’re one of the best looking cars on the road. Engine has been in use by Genesis for years and is pretty proven.
In in the end, I stuck with the GS (traded my 15 for a 19) because the Kia’s handling wasn’t as good and because the Stinger forum pointed to lots of minor issues, like a very common hatch rattle, premature leather wear, etc.
I still gawk at the Stinger and love them. I think they’re awesome. But the experience with my 15 GS was too good to make the switch. Never a rattle, very solid, worry free. Not nearly as powerful or fast in a straight line as the Stinger, but it’s just such a good all-around vehicle.