The most powerful version of the Kia Stinger makes do with a 3.3-liter V6 engine that delivers 365hp and 376lb-ft (494Nm) of torque to the ground.
However, this could change in the United States, as the automaker might launch a V8-powered version of the sports sedan, CarAdvice reports, citing the brand’s Australia General Manager of Media and Corporate Communications, Kevin Hepworth.
“I believe they’re developing one”, Hepworth answered when asked about a V8 Stinger. “There may be a possibility the US could pick it up.”
The Kia official refused to give word to speculations, but it appears that a V8 version of the Stinger could use the 5.0-liter naturally aspirated engine that powers the Genesis G80 and G90. In the latter two, the unit produces 420hp and 383lb-ft (519Nm) of torque.
While a Kia Stinger V8 has a chance to happen, a true performance-oriented model is currently left hanging in the air, according to a recent report. This means that those waiting for the exciting-looking saloon to become sportier (think M or AMG style) will have to settle for the V8.
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