Despite a market turn away from sedans, the performance sedan segment popularized by German automakers has more compelling options than ever before, not the least of which is the Stinger.
It shares powertrains and suspension components with the smaller G70 that is a value among luxury models.
The BMW 3-Series remains the standard bearer, even as it grew larger and more tech forward with its 2019 redesign.
Great tech is the calling card of the Audi A4, while the Mercedes-Benz C-Class checks every box for interior refinement, performance, and advanced features.
The Cadillac CT5 or Infiniti QX50 could draw eyes, but not beside the gorgeous Alfa Romeo Giulia.
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The refreshed 2022 Stinger upgrades with the latest technology and a more potent base engine, for a price. |
The 2021 Audi A4 blends a conservative luxury compact car with spicy performance and robust wagon flavors. |
The flexible 2021 BMW 3-Series lineup offers something for everyone, so long as they’re not smitten with SUVs. |
Svelte, sporty, and somewhat understated, the 2021 Mercedes-Benz C-Class should be at the top of your compact luxury sedan shopping list. |
Quick and sexy, the 2021 Alfa Romeo Giulia is an appealing Italian take on the sport sedan. |
The 2021 Genesis G70 has the footwork of a contender; it’s a jab or two from landing a knockout punch on its German rivals. |
| MSRP From | |||||
| $36,090 | $39,100 | $41,250 | $41,600 | $40,350 | $36,000 |
| Gas Mileage | |||||
| 17 MPG City / 32 MPG Hwy | 20 MPG City / 31 MPG Hwy | 16 MPG City / 36 MPG Hwy | 17 MPG City / 35 MPG Hwy | 17 MPG City / 33 MPG Hwy | 17 MPG City / 30 MPG Hwy |
| Engine | |||||
| Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 | Intercooled Turbo Gas/Electric I-4 | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 |
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| Midsize Cars | Compact Cars | Compact Cars | Compact Cars | Midsize Cars | Compact Cars |
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| GT-Line RWD | Premium 40 TFSI quattro | 330i Sedan | C 300 Sedan | RWD | 2.0T RWD |
| Drivetrain | |||||
| Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Passenger Capacity | |||||
| 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Passenger Doors | |||||
| N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Body Style | |||||
| Sedan | quattro Sedan | Sedan | Sedan | Sedan | Sedan |
| Transmission | |||||
| Automatic w/OD | Auto-Shift Manual w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD |
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| 2022 Kia Stinger vs. 2021 Audi A4 | 2022 Kia Stinger vs. 2021 BMW 3-Series | 2022 Kia Stinger vs. 2021 Mercedes-Benz C Class | 2022 Kia Stinger vs. 2021 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2022 Kia Stinger vs. 2021 Genesis G70 | |
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