Alvin Reyes - Aug 27, 2020, slashgear
The 2021 Kia Stinger will now be powered by a choice between three engines. The base 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder mill remains, and it still churns out 255 horsepower and 260 pound-feet of torque. What’s new is a more powerful 2.5-liter Smartstream T-GDi four-banger with 300 horsepower and 311 pound-feet of torque, the latter of which is accessible from 1,650 to 4,000 rpm.
For the ultimate in grand-touring power, the 2021 Kia Stinger’s V6 engine has been slightly improved from the previous model. The engine now has an Electronic Variable Exhaust Valve system to improve the exhaust flow while enhancing the exhaust note in Sport driving mode. The Stinger’s 3.3-liter twin-turbocharged V6 is now good for 368 horsepower and, more importantly, 376 pound-feet of torque from 1,300 to 4,500 rpm.
All three engines are accompanied by an eight-speed automatic transmission. Rear-wheel-drive remains standard, and we’re expecting Kia’s all-wheel drivetrain to remain optional across the lineup. The new Stinger has a standard 8.0-inch touchscreen display with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity, while a larger 10.25-inch display with Bluetooth multi-connection pairing is optional.
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