Thrill of the Dark
Performance and poise now comes with a sleek new look and upgraded tech and safety assistive driver features.
Exterior
Classic spirit tuned for modern times
Kia's first-ever rear-wheel-drive sports sedan, the Stinger, is a five-door fastback that echoes the style and substance of gran turismo legends with its long hood, muscular haunches and stylish spoked wheels, along with serious game-changing performance figures. The Stinger offers an extended wheelbase for maximum cabin space, optional all-wheel-drive, and driver assistance and entertainment technologies unimaginable during the glory days of muscle cars.
Performance-baced sensations
Performance sedans have an illustrious rear-wheel drive history. Apply the latest technologies and materials to this tradition, and the result is a remarkably responsive, dynamic and rewarding driving experience. The Stinger reflects a deep commitment to capturing the distinctive feel of classic sport sedans. Take a long, meandering ride in the Stinger and see how the right balance of passion and technology can reinvigorate your daily drive.
Interior
Where personal space is paramount
Inside, the Stinger feels sporty, substantial and uncluttered. It's also spacious, particularly in the rear, thanks to its long wheelbase. Interior treatments include soft, luxurious Nappa leather seats on the GT version, while all models feature firm front and rear seats and bolsters.
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Head-Up Display (HUD)
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. Speed, cruise control, audio, turn-by-turn navigation guidance and Blind Spot Detection information are included![]()
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7" supervision cluster
Vital vehicle and driving information appear in a larger, more vivid and higher-definition format on the optional 7-inch TFT LCD supervision cluster located between the tachometer and the speedometer. Multi-language support is included.![]()
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Wireless smartphone charger
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.![]()
Highights
Sublime shophistication
You spend a lot of time in your car. So why not tailor the Stinger’s interior to match your take on the ideal modern gran turismo? The Stinger has a surprisingly long list of impressive standard features, but for the utmost enjoyment, choose from a variety of premium comfort, entertainment and convenience options.
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Paddle shift levers
Standard paddle shift levers let you make quick gear changes for the 8-speed automatic transmission without taking your hands off the steering wheel. It's a simple way to access more torque on short notice or choose your own shift points during vigorous driving.![]()
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Electric Parking Brake (EPB)
An electric 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.![]()
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Ventilated front seats
Available ventilated front seats provide cool, soothing airflow on hot days, and more effective and thorough heating on cold days. Both the seat cushion and the seatback feature airflow perforations to keep more of the body in a state of comfort.![]()
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2-zone climate control
A standard dual-zone full auto temperature control system along with rear seat climate control gives the driver and all passengers separate controls, allowing people with different climate needs to ride together in comfort.![2-zone climate control]()
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Integrated Memory System (IMS)
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.![Integrated Memory System (IMS)]()
Performance
Supportive but not overbearing
The Stinger offers substantial stability management for a sports sedan, while giving the driver more choices as to how much or how little control to leave to the ECU. Drivers can choose from five drive modes, each with its own coordinated combination of dynamic characteristics. There is even a Launch Control mode that momentarily suspends ESC to ensure rapid acceleration with minimal wheel slip and maximum torque control.
8-speed automatic transmission
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.
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Lambda 3.3 T-GDI engine
(Stinger GT coming soon)A twin turbocharger helps this top-of-the-line V-6 engine achieve considerable torque over a broad rpm range. The exhaust manifold is integrated with the cylinder head for added power, and an electronic thermostat helps provide precise temperature control. The engine produces maximum power output of 353 ps at 6,000 rpm and maximum torque output of 510 Nm from 1,300 to 4,500 rpm.![Lambda 3.3 T-GDI engine
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Theta II 2.0 T-GDI engine
(Stinger GT Line)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 244ps at 6,200 rpm and maximum torque output of 353Nm from 1,450 to 3,500 rpm.![Theta II 2.0 T-GDI engine
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