The 2018 Stinger is the current-year model of Kia’s high-performance vehicle. Taking the production quality of a Kia vehicle and adding a commanding engine means there’s plenty to love about this car. Take a closer look at the power, interior features, exterior specs, and other things that make the Stinger a phenomenal luxury vehicle.
Record-Setting Acceleration and Power
The Stinger is wonderfully powerful and has topped the 0-60 time of many other models in its class. The Stinger gets up to 60 in 4.7 seconds, which beats the BMW 440i Gran Coupe, Porsche Panamera RWD, BMW 640i Gran Coupe, and Audi A5 Sportback. The Kia Stinger achieves this while delivering up to 365 horsepower and 376 pound-feet of torque.
A Choice of Two Turbocharged Engines
Drivers can build a Stinger with one of two engine options: a twin scroll turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder and a twin turbocharged 3.3-liter V-6. This is paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission. The 2.0-liter gets 255 horsepower and 260 pound-feet of torque, and the 3.3-liter gets 365 horsepower and 376 pound-feet of torque.
A Choice of Five Trims
The 2018 Stinger is highly customizable for drivers who want to build one of these vehicles from the ground up. This starts with one of five trims: 2.0L, Premium, GT, GT1, and GT2. The 2.0-liter engine is exclusive to the 2.0L and the Premium. The other trims get the 3.3-liter V-6. The GT2 comes standard with a limited-slip differential — optional on the GT — and all vehicles can add an all-wheel drive transfer control case and dynamic torque vectoring control.
In addition, drivers can purchase an optional package when building their new Stingers. The Kia Drive Wise Package, for instance, adds several advanced safety technologies, such as forward collision avoidance and lane keep assist, as well as convenience features like rain sensing variable intermittent windshield wipers.
An Incredible Exterior
One of the first things you’ll notice about the new Stinger is its incredible exterior. It has a sleek frame, with the GT, GT1, and GT2 distinguishable by the GT front grille, hood trim, rear bumper, black chrome exterior accents, and body color door handles. The GT2 also gets an exclusive smart power trunk, and the Premium, GT1, and GT2 get a sunroof with a power sunshade. The Stinger is also technically a hatchback, which adds to the unique look of the vehicle.
A Plethora of Safety Features
Drivers of the 2018 Stinger will enjoy incredible peace of mind behind the wheel. In addition to a comprehensive airbag system, all Stingers have cornering brake control, electronic stability control, traction control, hill start assist, and a tire pressure monitoring system. Advanced technologies such as forward collision avoidance assist, a forward collision warning system, lane keep assist, lane departure warning, driver attention warning, and high beam assist are available through an optional package.
The 2018 Kia Stinger is an eye-catching vehicle, but there’s lots more to love other than its looks. With a starting MSRP of just $31,900, this powerful car is an affordable option for many drivers. Check one out in person to see how excellent this luxury vehicle is on the road.
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Warranties include 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain and 5-year/60,000-mile basic. All warranties and roadside assistance are limited. See retailer for warranty details.