2019 Kia Stinger - Maintenance & Specs
The 2019 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 2.0L, 3.3L, 2.0L I4 / 3.3L V6. It is configured as all-wheel drive with an automatic (s8). The 2019 sits mid-run, with both earlier (2018) and later (2020) Stinger model years also documented.
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 15 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 electrical system (6), engine (6), service brakes (5). A representative report reads: "My 2019 Kia Stinger GT2 with approximately 25,000 miles has been out of service since February 12, 2026 for diagnosis and repair of a system issue. The vehicle..." There are 3 safety recalls on record; one covers: Kia Motors America (Kia) recalled certain 2019 Stinger vehicles equipped with 3.3L T-GDI engines on August 27, 2020. On December 30, 2020, Kia....
EPA fuel economy is rated at 21 city / 29 highway MPG, 24 MPG combined. Estimated annual fuel cost is about $2,400.
Quick Specs
| Oil viscosity | 0W-20 |
| Oil type | Full Synthetic |
| Oil capacity (w/ filter) | 5.5 qt |
| OEM oil spec | API SP |
| EPA combined | 24 MPG |
| Tire size | 245/40R18 |
| Coolant | Long Life |
| Open recalls on record | 3 |
| Technical service bulletins | 44 |
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.