Kia Stinger NHTSA Safety Ratings

NHTSA gives the 2023 Kia Stinger an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with 4 stars in the frontal crash test and 5 stars for rollover resistance.

Latest model year (2023):

NHTSA rates the Kia Stinger at 5 ★ overall, 4 ★ frontal crash, 5 ★ side crash and 5 ★ rollover.

VerifiedNHTSA Safety Ratings · Verified August 9, 2026

Kia Stinger Safety — All Years

YearVariantOverallFrontalSideRolloverRecallsComplaints
20232023 Kia Stinger 4 DR AWD5 ★4 ★5 ★5 ★15
20232023 Kia Stinger 4 DR RWD5 ★4 ★5 ★5 ★15
20222022 Kia Stinger 4 DR AWD5 ★4 ★5 ★5 ★116
20222022 Kia Stinger 4 DR RWD5 ★4 ★5 ★5 ★116

Crash-test star ratings sourced from the NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Ratings apply to the tested body style and can differ between trims and drivetrain layouts.

Kia Stinger Safety FAQ

Is the Kia Stinger a safe car?

NHTSA gives the Kia Stinger an overall crash rating of 5 out of 5 stars, including 4 stars in the frontal crash test and 5 stars in the side crash test. Ratings are per body style and model year — check the table above for yours.

What is the rollover rating of the Kia Stinger?

The Kia Stinger scores 5 out of 5 stars for rollover resistance, with a calculated rollover risk of about 8.7%. Taller vehicles typically score lower here than sedans.

Does the Kia Stinger have driver assistance features?

NHTSA records the tested Kia Stinger as having electronic stability control, with forward collision warning and with lane departure warning. Availability varies by trim and package.

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