The Dark Side of Kia

Modern, stylish LED lights illuminate instantaneously with a bright, even glow, while four oval exhaust tips announce that the Stinger is a bona fide performer.

The provocative red Brembo red brake calipers make the Stinger look startingly fast, even at rest.

Amid classic performance-car styling cues, full-LED headlamps demonstrate that Stinger uses the best technology where it makes sense while still retaining that authentic old-school look.

The Stinger offers superior headroom, shoulder room and legroom to its major competitors, providing ample space for two or three passengers to sit comfortably and stretch out.

Ready to feel the wind in your hair? With the press of a finger, the wide and tilting sunroof lets in far more sunlight and fresh air than a conventional sunroof.

The dual climate control gives the driver and front passenger separate controls for temperature and fan speed.

An electronic parking brake offers quick, secure activation without the effort required by traditional mechanical brake levers. Pull on the EPB switch on the center console to activate the parking brake. Auto Hold mode temporarily maintains the vehicle at a standstill even if the brake pedal is released.

The Integrated Memory System saves two presets for driver’s seating positions, outside rear-view mirrors, Head-Up Display and cluster display. It's a simple way to keep the Stinger totally personalized, yet flexible enough to make another driver feel at home.

With the customizable Head-Up Display (HUD), key driving information is discretely projected onto the windshield in your line of sight so that you can safely focus on the road ahead. Visible day or night, the height-adjustable display appears to float just in front of the car. Vehicle speed, cruise control, audio and Blind Spot Detection information are included.

The Harmon/ Kardon sound system includes subwoofers that resonate in hollow parts of the frame and body. Clari-Fi technology enhances digitally compressed music while Active Sound Design augments acceleration, shifting and suspension sounds for an enhanced driving experience.

Charge a compatible mobile phone wirelessly on the charging pad located at the front of the center console. An orange display indicates charging in progress while green indicates a full charge. You will be alerted when exiting the vehicle if a device is left on the charging pad.

On colder days, the heated front seats provide comfort, while air blown through the seats keep you cool on warmer days. Both the seat cushion and the seatback feature airflow perforations to keep more of the body in a state of comfort.

A twin-scroll turbocharger boosts low- to mid-rev efficiency while newly applied technologies provide phenomenal combustion efficiency. The engine produces maximum power output of 247 ps at 6,200 rpm and maximum torque output of 353 Nm at 1,400 rpm.

Smooth shifts are what you'll notice first with the 8-speed rear-wheel drive automatic transmission. Its algorithms ensure quick and seamless gear changes while helping to maximize fuel efficiency.

The Stinger's DMS includes five modes, accessible from a dial behind the shift lever, that change the driving characteristics by automatically adjusting how the engine, transmission, suspension, steering operate, and even altering the engine sound.

An air curtain that helps manage airflow, reduce drag and direct cooling air to the radiator is integrated into the front bumper. Lower apertures direct airflow to the wheel wells, helping to cool the brakes. In addition to the fuel savings and noise reduction that accompany reduced drag, the air dam's contours improve driving stability. Meanwhile, the aero fender garnish pays tribute to classic design cues of high-performance sports cars.

To improve stability and optimize the vortex of potentially turbulent air that forms behind the Stinger when it travels at higher speeds, the trailing edge of the trunk lid features an aerodynamic lip that provides a spoiler effect along with a pleasing aesthetic design detail.

The aerodynamic contours everyone can see in the silhouette and panels of a car are familiar to most people. But just as important to the aerodynamics equation is how air disperses underneath the vehicle, where the components often have complex contours that can result in drag. For this reason, the Stinger uses a system of sturdy underbody covers below the engine and transmission, on each side of the cabin and on each side of the rear suspension. These covers reduce airflow resistance of the underside of the body when travelling at higher speeds.

Inside and out, new insulation materials abound, and every element of the Stinger has been engineered to raise the standard for a smooth, quiet ride. The engine room and dash get extra insulation while padding quiets joints of the body pillars and frame. The exhaust has been reconfigured, and the rear cross-member stiffened, while side mirrors and doors are sculpted to minimize noise and drag.