2018 Kia Stinger - Maintenance & Specs
The 2018 Kia Stinger belongs to a Kia Stinger lineup that Know Your Ride tracks across 3 model years, from 2018 to 2020. Engine options on record include the 3.3L, 2.0L, 2.0L I4 / 3.3L V6. It is configured as all-wheel drive with an automatic (s8). This 2018 car is the earliest model year on record for the Kia Stinger.
It takes 0W-20 full synthetic oil, 5.5 qt with a new filter meeting API SP. Fluid specs on file include Long Life coolant, DOT 4 brake fluid, SP-IV transmission fluid. Know Your Ride lists 14 scheduled maintenance items for this vehicle, the earliest interval falling at 7,500 miles. Documented torque values include oil drain plug 26 ft-lb, lug nut 80 ft-lb, spark plug 18 ft-lb.
NHTSA complaints for this vehicle cluster around engine (9), exterior lighting (7), service brakes (7). A representative report reads: "The oil pressure light is coming on . Even after doing oil change at dealership it's not going away. Confirmed that the issue was with the oil pressure switch..." There are 4 safety recalls on record; one covers: Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2018 Kia Stinger vehicles. The front wiring harness located in the engine and passenger compartment may....
EPA fuel economy is rated at 17 city / 25 highway MPG, 20 MPG combined. Estimated annual fuel cost is about $2,900.
Quick Specs
| Oil viscosity | 0W-20 |
| Oil type | Full Synthetic |
| Oil capacity (w/ filter) | 5.5 qt |
| OEM oil spec | API SP |
| EPA combined | 20 MPG |
| Tire size | 245/40R18 |
| Coolant | Long Life |
| Open recalls on record | 4 |
| Technical service bulletins | 94 |
Common Trouble Codes
- P0300 - Random/Multiple Cylinder Misfire Detected
- P0420 - Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold (Bank 1)
- P0171 - System too Lean (Bank 1)
- P0128 - Insufficient Coolant Temperature for Stable Operation
- P0442 - Evaporative Emission Control System Leak Detected (small leak)
- P0455 - Evaporative Emission Control System Leak Detected (gross leak)
- P0700 - Transmission Control System Malfunction
- P0301 - Cylinder 1 Misfire Detected
- U0100 - Lost Communication With ECM/PCM A
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Part of the free Know Your Ride vehicle maintenance reference. Figures are sourced from EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer data and are for general reference - always confirm with your owner's manual.