Stinger GT

The Kia Stinger GT, produced from 2017 to 2023, represents Kia entry into rear-wheel-drive sport sedan segment featuring 3.3-liter twin-turbocharged Lambda II GDI V6 engine producing 365-368 horsepower (272 kW) at 6,000 rpm and 376 lb-ft (510 Nm) torque from 1,300-4,500 rpm with 2022 model receiving variable exhaust system increasing output to 368 horsepower. Eight-speed automatic transmission with five driving modes and paddle shifters sends power to rear wheels with all-wheel-drive available as option. Performance achieves 0-60 mph acceleration in 4.6 seconds during Car and Driver testing for all-wheel-drive U.S. specification GT 3.3T with top speed electronically governed at 167 mph (269 km/h). GT variants equipped with Brembo brakes and Michelin tires achieving 0.91g skidpad lateral acceleration and 70-mph stopping distance of 164 feet.

The Stinger utilizes shortened version of Hyundai Genesis front-engine rear-wheel-drive platform establishing sporting credentials competing against established German sport sedans. Former BMW M Division executive Albert Biermann led chassis development ensuring dynamic handling characteristics. The fastback five-door body provides distinctive styling and practical cargo capacity. The combination of powerful twin-turbocharged V6 engine delivering strong performance across rev range, rear-wheel-drive or all-wheel-drive configuration providing engaging dynamics, Brembo braking system and Michelin performance tires, and competitive pricing undercutting German rivals makes Stinger GT compelling sport sedan demonstrating Kia successful elevation of brand image and engineering capability producing genuine driver car with daily usability and practical hatchback versatility establishing new benchmark for Korean performance vehicles.