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2021 Kia Stinger Revealed With Refined Smarter Cabin

Aug. 12, 2020 5:27 AM ET by Karl Furlong Design / 45 Comments A digital driver's display and new materials are among the improvements. After numerous spy shots revealed much of the updated Kia Stinger's refreshed styling, the Korean automaker has now released the first official pictures of its sporty sedan. The changes to the fastback sedan may not be as dramatic as some would have hoped for, but nothing much was wrong with the way the Stinger looked to begin with. In front, there's Kia's signature 'tiger-nose' grille flanked by upgraded reflector LED headlamps. This appears to be a Korean-spec version based on the market-specific badge; US versions should come with the more familiar Kia logo. At the back, the updates are more noticeable. The combination lamp not only has a new light signature but spans the full width of the Stinger and gives it a broader stance than before. Kia Kia The turn signals feature some neat detailing, too; these have 10 individual LED lighting units that Kia says forms the pattern of a checkered flag. For the more powerful models - we're assuming this refers to the V6-powered GT - bigger wide-bore silver exhaust mufflers can be specified optionally. They are matched by a more aggressive rear diffuser. Along the sides, the only notable upgrades are revised 18- and 19-inch alloy wheel designs. They have a more geometric and complex design than the wheels used before. If the updated Stinger still looks a bit too subtle for your tastes, you can opt for one of two new exterior packages. The Dark Package is reserved for high-performance versions and adds a gloss black diffuser surround along with wide-bore muffler tips in black. Kia Kia However, US customers will get the Black Package that includes blacked-out mirror caps and 19-inch lightweight wheels in matte black. Kia also shared one image of the upgraded cabin for the first time. It incorporates a seven-inch digital instrument cluster, a new frameless rearview mirror, and an upgraded 10.25-inch central touchscreen. The classy contrast stitching on the dash and door panels looks great. Upgraded mood lighting is available in a wide choice of 64 colors. New Nappa leather upholstery will be offered in colors like Red or Beige. The quilted Nappa leather seats visible here look great, but are reserved for customers in Korea. No details were shared regarding powertrain choices, and although a 304-horsepower 2.5-liter turbo-four was rumored to be used lower down in the range, information from the EPA indicates that the 2.0L turbo-four will be retained. It will be joined by the 3.3-liter V6 in the GT which may receive a small increase in power. Korean sales will begin in Q3 this year, with other markets to follow later. The various upgrades should give the Stinger a better chance of stealing customers from the more established German marques. Kia Kia

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Kia Stinger Karl Furlong Senior Editor Sweaty-palmed hot laps are fun, but Karl is a gearhead cut from a different cloth - or is that finely stitched Nappa leather? An E23 BMW 7 Series was the first car he fell madly in love with three decades ago, and this affection for Autobahn-conquering luxury sedans has persisted. Following studies in copywriting and journalism, along with stints in TV scriptwriting and marketing that had far too little to do with cars, Karl kept the fire burning by writing for automotive websites on the side, including a Florida-based auto repair shop and another for Porsche enthusiasts. It all came together when he joined CarBuzz in 2019. He has penned some of the latest news, reviews, and features ever since. Contact Karl @FuelAffection LoginSign Up Home News Features Car Reviews Car Advice 2021 CarBuzz Awards New Cars Used Cars Future Cars Compare Cars Sell My Car Car Dealerships Buy Here Pay Here Used Car Reviews Popular Tags Cars # Video # TOP # Spy Shots # Reveal # Rumor # Auto Show # Supercar # Tuning # Car Culture # Industry News # Motorsport Acura Alfa Romeo Aston Martin Audi Bentley BMW Bollinger Bugatti Buick Cadillac Caterham Chevrolet Chrysler Dodge Ferrari Fiat Fisker Ford Genesis GMC Hennessey Honda Hyundai Infiniti Jaguar Jeep Karma Kia Koenigsegg Lamborghini Land Rover Lexus Lincoln Lordstown Lotus Lucid Motors Maserati Mazda McLaren Mercedes-Benz Mini Mitsubishi Nissan Pagani Polestar Porsche Ram Rimac Rivian Rolls-Royce Spyker Subaru Tesla Toyota Volkswagen Volvo By Make Acura Alfa Romeo Aston Martin Audi Bentley BMW Bollinger Bugatti Buick Cadillac Caterham Chevrolet Chrysler Dodge Ferrari Fiat Fisker Ford Genesis GMC Hennessey Honda Hyundai Infiniti Jaguar Jeep Karma Kia Koenigsegg Lamborghini Land Rover Lexus Lincoln Lordstown Lotus Lucid Motors Maserati Mazda McLaren Mercedes-Benz Mini Mitsubishi Nissan Pagani Polestar Porsche Ram Rimac Rivian Rolls-Royce Spyker Subaru Tesla Toyota Volkswagen Volvo By Car Type SUVs Crossovers Sedans Coupes Trucks Sports Cars Wagons Vans Hatchbacks Convertibles Small Cars Luxury Cars Electric Cars Hybrid Cars Future Cars By Price Up to $15K $15K - $25K $25K - $35K $35K - $45K $45K - $55K $55K - $75K $75K - $100K $100K - $200K $200K - $300K Above $300K Back To Top