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Kia Stinger GT to be killed off

Rob Fraser

Kia Stinger GT – Today is a very sad day. Because we are discussing the death of what has become an automotive icon. The Kia Stinger.

Launched at a time when Holden, Ford and Chrysler all were killing their respective rear wheel drive sports saloons, the Stinger became an instant Australian classic.

For good reason, it is affordable, stylish, comfortable and comes with two engine options, a 2.0L and 3.3L turbo six. Either engine provides excellent driver engagement but the 3.3L V6 is the engine of choice.

Stinger provides a powerful sports saloon, with practical liftback styling, all for between $52,500 through to the top spec GT for $66,460 plus the usual costs.

In an automotive world that will see the new EV6 GT electric car perform better than the Stinger, perhaps Kia would kindly drop the 3.3L V6 from the Stinger into the Sorento and give us a performance SUV at least.

Yes, listeners the Stinger death bell has been rung, we are not sure exactly when, but if you are a fan then grab one now while you can, before its wonderful exhaust note becomes but a memory.

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Im Rob Fraser

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What is good?
  • Beautiful flowing design
  • Performance and price balance
  • Packed with little luxuries

What is not so good?
  • Tight for rear passengers
  • Cruise control radar function cant be turned off
  • No AWD version

Also Look At

Stinger sits in a rapidly disappearing car category. The affordable four door sports saloon.

Buyers could look at the  Audi S3, Peugeot 508GT, Genesis G70, Audi S5 Sportback, Hyundai Sonata N-Line, or the Alfa Romeo Guilia,

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Kia Stinger

Model

Stinger GT 
Model Price $66,460 MLP*
Engine 3.3L V6 Turbocharged Petrol
Drivetrain 8 Sp Sports AT RWD
Power 274kW @ 6,000rpm
Torque 510Nm @ 1,300 – 4,500rpm
Safety Five Star ANCAP (April 2018 tested)
0-100kmh / Top Speed 4.9 Secs / TBA
CO2 Emissions 239 g/km Euro 5
Economy ADR 10.2L/100km / 60L capacity
Economy on test 6.9L/100k on freeway 9.5L/100K overall
Servicing 7Yr / Capped price service
Warranty 7yr/ Unlimited km
Road side Assist 7Yr. conditional roadside assist

*MLP Includes GST and LCT but excluding statutory charges, dealer costs and dealer delivery. See your dealer for RDAP. Does not include price of options. Some features mentioned in the article are options. RDAP means Recommended Drive Away Price (without options but including all other charges)

Overall Rating    

90/100
Behind the Wheel 9
Comfort 9
Equipment 9
Performance 9
Ride and Handling 9
Practicality 9
Fit for Purpose 9
Styling / Design 9
Technology/connectivity 8
Value for Money 10

Dimensions

  
Overall Length 4830mm
Wheelbase 2905mm
Width 1870mm
Height 1400mm
Wheels 19×8.0 front / 19×8.5 rear Alloy
Tyres 225/40 R19 front / 255/35 R19 rear
Max ground clearance Up to 130mm
Turning Circle KTK 11.2m
Boot Capacity Min 406L
Boot capacity Max 1114L
Kerb Weight 1831kg
Payload (kg) 459kg
GVM (kg) 2290kg

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