5 things I hate about my Stinger GT

[ht_addict]

Is the gt limited like a gt1 or gt2?

Canada it is the top of the line so I would assume GT2 for USA?

 

[Transmetal]

Oh, I guess that explains it I have a 2020 gt awd, not a 1 or 2. Apparently, they left off that feature for the gt.

 

[jalcala]

I keep my list to my Top 3:

1) Remote Start should have been standard
2) The auto start/stop button should have the option to be permanently disabled
3) Lack of auto open/close on the rear hatch

Minor complaints are the rear window is a bit small to see thru providing lots of blind spots and lack of fully connected EVO services. My 2018 GMC truck came fully equipped with the GMC app for 5 years providing me the ability lock/unlock doors and remote start from the app.

 

[bearstinger]

Lack of auto open/close on the rear hatch

Mine has that, just stand there for a few moments and the hatch opens up. gt2

 

[fc528e]

Oh, I guess that explains it I have a 2020 gt awd, not a 1 or 2. Apparently, they left off that feature for the gt.

I have a 2020 GT2 and my mirrors tilt down when reversing, but there was an option in the settings menu to enable it for mine. It was off by default for me. Recommend checking there in yours as well as I cannot find anything in the 2020 specs sheets that stay it's exclusive to any model, though maybe its tied in to GT2 trim with surround view?

 

[fc528e]

Mine has that, just stand there for a few moments and the hatch opens up. gt2

If you have a powered trunk, it's an option in the dash settings menu to have it open automatically when standing within a few feet (I believe 3) of the trunk center.

 

[bearstinger]

If you have a powered trunk, it's an option in the dash settings menu to have it open automatically when standing within a few feet (I believe 3) of the trunk center.

I love it, usually have hands full and poof hatch opens. Or key in pocket no need to dig it out. Lights blink to warn you it is opening.

 

[jalcala]

Mine has that, just stand there for a few moments and the hatch opens up. gt2

Unfortunately I have the GT1...feel like this should have been part of the GT1 package as well. But I guess KIA had to find a way to justify the extra cost between the trim lines.

 

[rocket23]

Huh?
I just had the dealer install the factory remote start on my car. You have to press the lock button 1st before you can start it. Do the doors not stay locked after that?Cuz that would be extremely dumb if that's the case. My 07 Grand Prix that had factory remote start would stay locked while the remote start was running.

without a remote start, which I don't have, it is virtually impossible to lock the car and remove yourself with the remote and still lock the car while running.

 

[Legendsk]

Even with the remote start - You can't lock it with the fob while it is running. Have to turn off the engine, get out, lock it and then start it with the fob. Then you have 15 minutes max before it shuts off on its own. It's okay for a quick trip into a convenience store, but I can't take the dog along when I go grocery shopping and may take 30 - 45 minutes because of the heat. He is a big scary looking dog, I might be able to just get out and leave it unlocked and running, anyone seeing him would have to be crazy to try to get in and steal the car.

 

[Transmetal]

I may have to test this out before winter then. Cuz my old car, I'd press the lock button 1st, then remote start the car. The car would stay locked until you'd unlock it with the fob. What sense does it make to remote start the car and it stay unlocked?

 

[FitR6]

I only JUST realised when I set the seat bolsters they don't save when I set the seat memory. Is this normal? I have to reset every time I hop in the car. I hate this.

 

[heyheyal]

I’m pretty sure mine save. When I change from my daughter’s setting I can feel the bolsters moving.

 

[Legendsk]

I saved my settings to both 1 & 2, so they are easy to get back if someone changes them. They seem to normally stay where you put them.

 

[FitR6]

N

I’m pretty sure mine save. When I change from my daughter’s setting I can feel the bolsters moving.

Not sure what's happening then. I jumped back in the car after writing that and the bolsters were where I set them. But numerous times this week I needed to reset them.

 

[jays2000]

I just picked up a GT-Line with Sun & Sound package this weekend. My list...

1. Manual parking brake - I completely missed the fact that the 4-banger gets an old-school foot actuated parking brake during the test drive. I know I got the cheaper model, but come on Kia! It feels like they went out of their way to not make it electronic like it is with the other trims. I would gladly trade wireless charging for this feature.
2. Remote entry - The button on the door handle requires a strong push to activate and seems like something that will wear out over time. I'm used to just touching the door handle, so this is a bit of a change.
3. Volume control - Someone just pointed this out a few posts ago but I realized the same thing. Volume Level 1 is too loud (as weird as that sounds) and it doesn't increase linearly.

I honestly can't think of anything really I "hate" about the Stinger. It's a fantastic car, especially for the money.

 

[Transmetal]

At least you got a sunroof. I feel like for paying 36 grand a sunroof should be included. At the time, I'd have to pay 40k for a gt1 just to be able to get a sunroof, which is f*cking crazy imo.

 

[heyheyal]

Take my sunroof and give me remote start via internet!! Never use it in all the cars I have owned.

 

[Transmetal]

Take my sunroof and give me remote start via internet!! Never use it in all the cars I have owned.

This is the first car in 20 years that I owned that hasn't had a sunroof. It sucks cuz I use the sunroof daily almost. Even if it's just opening the shade to get more light in.

 

[MerlintheMad]

I just picked up a GT-Line with Sun & Sound package this weekend. My list...

1. Manual parking brake - I completely missed the fact that the 4-banger gets an old-school foot actuated parking brake during the test drive. I know I got the cheaper model, but come on Kia! It feels like they went out of their way to not make it electronic like it is with the other trims. I would gladly trade wireless charging for this feature.
2. Remote entry - The button on the door handle requires a strong push to activate and seems like something that will wear out over time. I'm used to just touching the door handle, so this is a bit of a change.
3. Volume control - Someone just pointed this out a few posts ago but I realized the same thing. Volume Level 1 is too loud (as weird as that sounds) and it doesn't increase linearly.

I honestly can't think of anything really I "hate" about the Stinger. It's a fantastic car, especially for the money.

Howdy and welcome. Number 3.: sounds like your stereo needs some kind of "reflash"; nobody has ever said that "Level 1" is too loud; or that turning up the volume isn't linear. What has been noted is that different vehicles apparently have different gradations between the levels; and of course a common refrain is that different sources produce different linear gradations between levels. For instance, in my car the FM volume is blasting at 10. I almost never listen to it any higher than 5. And each level below 5 cuts about a fifth of the volume, as you would expect; and it's twice as loud at 10; the other source I use is USB stick and .mp3 files. Depending on the original source of the file, I will turn the volume to anywhere from 8 to 30. Obviously, the difference in levels at 30 is miniscule compared to 10 or especially 5.