Segment: Medium
Production years: 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
Nobody expected Kia to produce a car that could compete against BMW's 4 Series Gran Coupe or Audi's A5 Sportback, and yet the Korean automaker did it with the Stinger.
The Stinger was a sporty-looking five-door hatchback that could keep up with the best in the premium compact segment, even though the Korean automaker was not invited to that table. Just to be sure that the car would perform according to its look, Kia tested it on the Nurburgring Nordschleife in Germany and built it on top of a shortened version of the Hyundai Genesis G70 platform.
The design team led by Peter Schreyer made the Stinger with the same "tiger nose" signature front fascia flanked by a pair of narrow headlights. In addition, the lower side of the bumper sported a broad grille in the air dam flanked on the sides by a pair of scoops that cooled the brakes. From its profile, the low greenhouse and the sloped back tailgate created an aerodynamic, sporty look for the vehicle.
Inside, the sporty feeling continued with the bolstered front seats separated by a tall center console that housed the gear stick (or gear selector, depending on the options) and the controls for the infotainment system. Kia installed a simple layout for the instrument panel with two large dials for the speedometer and tachometer and an LCD for the onboard computer. In the rear, the split-folding bench seat was mostly suitable for two passengers.
Kia offered the Stinger with a wide choice of engines, depending on the market. The base versions were powered by inline-four powerplants, while the top-of-the-range version sported a 3.3-liter biturbo V6 engine. Also, depending on the market and options, the car was available with either a rear or an all-wheel drive system.
ENGINE SPECS - 2.0L 8AT (255 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1998 cm3 |
Power: | 187.6 KW @ 6200 RPM 255 HP @ 6200 RPM 252 BHP @ 6200 RPM |
Torque: | 260 lb-ft @ 1400-4000 RPM 353 Nm @ 1400-4000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Turbocharged Direct Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 15.9 gallons (60.2 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 149 mph (240 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 6 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Rear Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 8-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | P225/45 R18 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 190.2 in (4831 mm) |
Width: | 73.6 in (1869 mm) |
Height: | 55.1 in (1400 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 62.8/63.7 in (1,595/1,618 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 114.4 in (2906 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 14.3 cuFT (405 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3785 lbs (1717 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4817 lbs (2185 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 22.2 mpg US (10.6 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 36.8 mpg US (6.4 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 29.8 mpg US (7.9 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 181 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.0L 8AT AWD (255 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1998 cm3 |
Power: | 187.6 KW @ 6200 RPM 255 HP @ 6200 RPM 252 BHP @ 6200 RPM |
Torque: | 260 lb-ft @ 1400-4000 RPM 353 Nm @ 1400-4000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Turbocharged Direct Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 15.9 gallons (60.2 L) |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 8-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | P225/45 R18 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 190.2 in (4831 mm) |
Width: | 73.6 in (1869 mm) |
Height: | 55.1 in (1400 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 62.8/64.8 in (1,595/1,646 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 114.4 in (2906 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 14.3 cuFT (405 L) |
ENGINE SPECS - 3.3L V6 8AT (370) | |
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Cylinders: | V6 |
Displacement: | 3342 cm3 |
Power: | 268.5 KW @ 6000 RPM 365 HP @ 6000 RPM 360 BHP @ 6000 RPM |
Torque: | 376 lb-ft @ 1300-4500 RPM 510 Nm @ 1300-4500 RPM |
Fuel System: | Turbocharged Direct Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 15.9 gallons (60.2 L) |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Rear Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 8-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Ventilated Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | P225/40 R19 || P255/35 R19 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 190.2 in (4831 mm) |
Width: | 73.6 in (1869 mm) |
Height: | 55.1 in (1400 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 62.8/63.7 in (1,595/1,618 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 114.4 in (2906 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 14.3 cuFT (405 L) |
ENGINE SPECS - 3.3L V6 8AT AWD (370 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V6 |
Displacement: | 3342 cm3 |
Power: | 272.2 KW @ 6000 RPM 370 HP @ 6000 RPM 365 BHP @ 6000 RPM |
Torque: | 376 lb-ft @ 1300-4500 RPM 510 Nm @ 1300-4500 RPM |
Fuel System: | Turbocharged Direct Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 15.9 gallons (60.2 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 168 mph (270 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 4.9 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 8-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Ventilated Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | P225/40 R19 || P255/35 R19 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 190.2 in (4831 mm) |
Width: | 73.6 in (1869 mm) |
Height: | 55.1 in (1400 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 62.8/63.7 in (1,595/1,618 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 114.4 in (2906 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 14.3 cuFT (405 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 4209 lbs (1909 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 5126 lbs (2325 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 16.6 mpg US (14.2 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 27.7 mpg US (8.5 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 22.2 mpg US (10.6 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 244 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.2L CRDi 8AT (200 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 2199 cm3 |
Power: | 147.1 KW @ 3800 RPM 200 HP @ 3800 RPM 197 BHP @ 3800 RPM |
Torque: | 325 lb-ft @ 1750-2750 RPM 440 Nm @ 1750-2750 RPM |
Fuel System: | Turbocharged Common Rail |
Fuel: | Diesel |
Fuel capacity: | 15.9 gallons (60.2 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 140 mph (225 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 8.5 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Rear Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 8-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Ventilated Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 225/50 R17 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 190.2 in (4831 mm) |
Width: | 73.6 in (1869 mm) |
Height: | 55.1 in (1400 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 62.8/63.7 in (1,595/1,618 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 114.4 in (2906 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 14.3 cuFT (405 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3920 lbs (1778 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4982 lbs (2260 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 35.6 mpg US (6.6 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 48 mpg US (4.9 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 42 mpg US (5.6 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 147 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.2L CRDi 8AT AWD (200 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 2199 cm3 |
Power: | 147.1 KW @ 3800 RPM 200 HP @ 3800 RPM 197 BHP @ 3800 RPM |
Torque: | 325 lb-ft @ 1750-2750 RPM 440 Nm @ 1750-2750 RPM |
Fuel System: | Turbocharged Common Rail |
Fuel: | Diesel |
Fuel capacity: | 15.9 gallons (60.2 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 143 mph (230 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 7.6 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 8-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Ventilated Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 225/50 R17 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 190.2 in (4831 mm) |
Width: | 73.6 in (1869 mm) |
Height: | 55.1 in (1400 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 62.8/63.7 in (1,595/1,618 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 114.4 in (2906 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 14.3 cuFT (405 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 4076 lbs (1849 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 5126 lbs (2325 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 29.8 mpg US (7.9 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 42 mpg US (5.6 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 36.8 mpg US (6.4 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 169 g/km |