2021 Kia Stinger GT Sighted Blasting Lines at Nurburgring by Motor1.com

Already receiving a refresh for 2021, the Kia Stinger GT was spotted at the famed Nurburgring track dutifully delivering its chops by the staff on hand at Motor1.com. They posted this video on their blog showing the skilled drivers putting the sedan heftily through its paces. It was still covered heavily in camouflage at the time, hiding many of the changes expected to be made to the model. The headlights and taillights are rumored to be receiving new graphics while tweaking the front-and-rear end designs.

 

This most likely also means revised intakes, reworked bumpers, and a tweaked look for the grille. Many of the online experts we have consulted here at Jim Butler Kia of St Louis have suggested that the 2021 Kia Stinger GT will see a definite power bump. The twin-turbocharged 3.3-liter V6 in the Stinger GT currently cranks out 365 horsepower and 376 lb-ft of torque, while the updated number allegedly makes 380 horsepower and 390 lb-ft. The regular Stinger could also likely be the recipient of Hyundai's new turbocharged 2.5-liter that cranks out 290 horsepower.

Another new feature should be a variable exhaust system to help adjust the engine's note. The model comes in rear-wheel-drive with the option to upgrade to all-wheel, and inside the analog switches will most likely be done with. The infotainment screen is expected to grow to 10.25 inches, and currently, July looks like when the official reveal will take place. This other video from Carbuzz.com shows the red Stinger that was spied being tested in Europe earlier this month. This one was fitted with quad exhaust outlets and was taking corners just as snugly as ever.

Now in its third year on the market, the Stinger turned a lot of heads when it first debuted in 2017 at the Detroit Auto Show, and a long-term test version of the 2018 Stinger had Autoblog editors thoroughly compelled and excited with its performance. The Stinger has surely risen to “legendary” status within Kia's lineup, snagging awards such as Best Engine from Wards, Best Interior from Wards, and a Top Safety Pick distinction from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. It is gone head-to-head with models like the BMW 3 Series, Mercedes-Benz E 400, and Porsche Panamera and managed to come out ahead in star-studded candor every time.

Adaptive seat bolsters may be on the list of new features for Kia to throw into the mix, which mimic a racing seat when sport mode is activated. When you come to visit us for a test drive you will be astonished at just how aggressive this car is: it is the kind of model that allows you to appreciate in-depth every little turn, crack, and corner with the capabilities of a true modern beast on the track!

Motor1.com Claims More Power, Variable Exhaust on the Way For 2021 Kia Stinger

Adrian Padeanu of Motor1.com admitted that he was pleased that Kia “dared to introduce a sporty liftback in an SUV-obsessed world”, and reported last week on the mid-cycle refresh taking place for the Stinger's 2021 release. A new report from South Korean magazine Top Rider claims that there will be quite a few changes for the new facelift. As far as the power department is concerned, the range-topping GT model will now put to use an upgraded version of the existing twin-turbo 3.3-liter V6 engine.

Due to this step up, the output is expected to grow from the current 365 horsepower and 376 lb-ft of torque to 380 hp and 390 lb-ft. This pleasant jump in output will be also complemented by the company's very first implementation of a variable exhaust system with adjustable flaps to make changes to the piping sound. There are also slated to be redesigned front and rear bumpers along with a freshly updated look for the headlights. The taillights are on schedule to see a bit of tweaking as well and will be linked to one another by a full-width LED light bar that is now common on many recent models.

Everyone is wanting bigger and bigger as far as infotainment screens are concerned, and we understand the rage: the 2021 model will see a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system instead of the current 8-inch setup. There also may be the addition of adaptive headlights that turn with the wheel to light up the path into corners and seats featuring automatically adjusting side bolsters to hold drivers in place while in the exhilarating Sport mode. The staff hard at work on the Autoevolution blog claimed that the Stinger's “fastback shape is way cooler than your average sporty compacts like an STI or Golf R”, and claimed that track-oriented car fans should line up to “give Kia their money!”

This is the stellar and sleek sedan that all of us here at Jim Butler Kia of St Louis recognize as the main competition against the likes of the Honda Accord as well as Toyota Prius, and there will also be a long list of safety features onboard such as Driver Attention Alert, Direct Collision Assistance, Autonomous Emergency Braking, Advanced Smart Cruise Control, Lane Keep Assist, and Cross Traffic Alert.

Next year's Stinger is a car that was born to be nothing short of amazing and fiercely brandishes Dynamic Stability Damping Control with 5 modes, MacPherson front and multi-link rear suspension, Rack-mounted motorized power steering with 5 modes, and construction made up of 55% advanced high strength steel. There is still the most choosy and ride-focused car enthusiast out there that wants to walk out the door and grip the pavement with just that: A CAR. The Stinger offers up in a characteristic Kia manner what raw power and the crosstown rival feels and drives like: a number that you frankly just can't wait to hammer the throttle down in and get crazy with!