KIA STINGER 2018: PRICES, Review AND PHOTOS
The South Korean brand Kia has earned its place in the automotive sector based on realizing effective vehicles at very low prices. However, with the future Kia Stinger 2018 they come to show that they can also be leaders in the luxury saloons sector.
Kia Stinger 2018
It seems difficult that Kia, a brand used to make cars for all kinds of pockets, can compete in the sector of luxury saloons with brands such as Mercedes or Lexus, or with models such as the BMW 4 Gran Coupe. However, that is precisely what the South Korean brand is looking for with the new Kia Stinger: to take the step forward that leaves behind its rivals in such a competitive and prestigious segment.
And the fact is that with the new Kia Stinger seems to have hit the nail on the head. The model was presented at the Detroit Motor Show and is expected to be marketed at the end of 2017 or the beginning of 2018. Not surprisingly, it has been one of the models that has been most talked about in this event, and was even named by the portal cars.com as the best car of the fair. It also received the EyesOn Design award, which rewards those production vehicles with a more innovative design.
The next Kia Stinger is already a reality. It is a vehicle that attracts attention from the start due to its bold and somewhat aggressive lines, which combine the best of saloons with a sporty and coupé touch. But let's see what is inside the body of the Kia Stinger 2018.
Kia Stinger 2018: technical sheet
The Kia Stinger 2018 will be the most ambitious model of the brand. It will be available in different engines. First of all, it must be said that there will be an exclusive diesel version for the European market, which will mount a V4 2.0 engine that will deliver a power of 200 hp. To the rest of markets will come the version of gasoline, with V4 2.2 engine capable of delivering 255 HP of power. Finally, there will also be version with twin-turbo engine, in this case it will be a 3.3 V4 that will deliver between 360 and 375 HP, according to the sources consulted.
We must also mention that it is the first sedan with 4-wheel drive Kia, although we will have to see if it comes to market a model with another type of traction and with what engine. What is known at the moment, is that the Stinger will carry an automatic 8-speed gearbox (although there is the possibility of using the transmission manually).
Of course, other of the great novelties that will incorporate the Kia Stinger are in the technological section, with security and connectivity at the top. As we say, the Stinger is the most ambitious model of Kia to date, and therefore will include a series of novelties that other models of the brand had not had so far.
One of these new features is the warning system for the driver, which warns when an obstacle is approaching the vehicle. But in addition to this function, the Kia Stinger 2018 incorporates many others that help improve safety and make driving more efficient. For example, it will have cruise control, emergency braking system, warning devices for when the driver gets out of the lane, or blind angle detection systems, among others.
Kia Stinger 2018: prices
One of the aces in the manga that Kia has seems to be to offer this Stinger at a very competitive price, significantly below other models in the same segment as could be the aforementioned BMW 4 Gran Coupe, the Audi A5 Sportback or the Lexus GS. These luxury sedan usually have quite high prices, but since the South Korean company have already hastened to say they do not want the price of the Kia Stinger 2018 exceeds 40,000 euros. We will see if they finally fulfill their promise.
In fact, Kia has almost always been characterized, like other South Korean brands such as Hyundai, to offer vehicles at very tight prices. In the case of this Kia Stinger, the price will be cheap or expensive depending on the comparison with its rivals.
For example, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe has an approximate price of 46,000 euros, while that of the Audi A5 Sportback is around 48,000 euros. Surely Kia try that the price is below the one of these models, to attract those clients who want a sedan but believe that the prices of other models are prohibitive.
Kia Stinger 2018
It seems difficult that Kia, a brand used to make cars for all kinds of pockets, can compete in the sector of luxury saloons with brands such as Mercedes or Lexus, or with models such as the BMW 4 Gran Coupe. However, that is precisely what the South Korean brand is looking for with the new Kia Stinger: to take the step forward that leaves behind its rivals in such a competitive and prestigious segment.
And the fact is that with the new Kia Stinger seems to have hit the nail on the head. The model was presented at the Detroit Motor Show and is expected to be marketed at the end of 2017 or the beginning of 2018. Not surprisingly, it has been one of the models that has been most talked about in this event, and was even named by the portal cars.com as the best car of the fair. It also received the EyesOn Design award, which rewards those production vehicles with a more innovative design.
The next Kia Stinger is already a reality. It is a vehicle that attracts attention from the start due to its bold and somewhat aggressive lines, which combine the best of saloons with a sporty and coupé touch. But let's see what is inside the body of the Kia Stinger 2018.
Kia Stinger 2018: technical sheet
The Kia Stinger 2018 will be the most ambitious model of the brand. It will be available in different engines. First of all, it must be said that there will be an exclusive diesel version for the European market, which will mount a V4 2.0 engine that will deliver a power of 200 hp. To the rest of markets will come the version of gasoline, with V4 2.2 engine capable of delivering 255 HP of power. Finally, there will also be version with twin-turbo engine, in this case it will be a 3.3 V4 that will deliver between 360 and 375 HP, according to the sources consulted.
We must also mention that it is the first sedan with 4-wheel drive Kia, although we will have to see if it comes to market a model with another type of traction and with what engine. What is known at the moment, is that the Stinger will carry an automatic 8-speed gearbox (although there is the possibility of using the transmission manually).
Of course, other of the great novelties that will incorporate the Kia Stinger are in the technological section, with security and connectivity at the top. As we say, the Stinger is the most ambitious model of Kia to date, and therefore will include a series of novelties that other models of the brand had not had so far.
One of these new features is the warning system for the driver, which warns when an obstacle is approaching the vehicle. But in addition to this function, the Kia Stinger 2018 incorporates many others that help improve safety and make driving more efficient. For example, it will have cruise control, emergency braking system, warning devices for when the driver gets out of the lane, or blind angle detection systems, among others.
Kia Stinger 2018: prices
One of the aces in the manga that Kia has seems to be to offer this Stinger at a very competitive price, significantly below other models in the same segment as could be the aforementioned BMW 4 Gran Coupe, the Audi A5 Sportback or the Lexus GS. These luxury sedan usually have quite high prices, but since the South Korean company have already hastened to say they do not want the price of the Kia Stinger 2018 exceeds 40,000 euros. We will see if they finally fulfill their promise.
In fact, Kia has almost always been characterized, like other South Korean brands such as Hyundai, to offer vehicles at very tight prices. In the case of this Kia Stinger, the price will be cheap or expensive depending on the comparison with its rivals.
For example, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe has an approximate price of 46,000 euros, while that of the Audi A5 Sportback is around 48,000 euros. Surely Kia try that the price is below the one of these models, to attract those clients who want a sedan but believe that the prices of other models are prohibitive.