Kia introduced the 2022 Stinger earlier today and now the company has announced U.S. pricing will start at $36,090.
Costing $3,000 more than its predecessor, the entry-level Stinger GT-Line comes with a new turbocharged 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine that develops 300 hp (224 kW / 304 PS) and 311 lb-ft (422 Nm) of torque. That’s 45 hp (34 kW / 46 PS) and 51 lb-ft (69 Nm) more than the old 2.0-liter turbo.
The engine is connected to an eight-speed automatic transmission, which sends power to the rear wheels. All-wheel drive is also available for extra $2,200.
The Stinger GT-Line comes nicely equipped with acoustic laminated front glass, LED lighting units and 18-inch alloy wheels. Drivers will also find a 12-way power driver’s seat, leather upholstery and heated front seats.
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Other notable highlights include a 4.2-inch driver information center and a 10.25-inch infotainment system with GPS navigation as well as Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. There’s also a leather-wrapped flat-bottom steering wheel, a dual-zone automatic climate control system and aluminum pedals. Buyers will also find an auto-dimming rearview mirror, a wireless smartphone charger, gloss black trim and a nine-speaker audio system.
On the safety front, there are an assortment of driver assistance systems including navigation-based Smart Cruise Control, Forward Collision Warning, and Forward Collision Avoidance Assist with pedestrian, cyclist and junction turning detection. The Stinger GT-Line also comes standard with Blind Spot Collision Warning, Lane Keep Assist, Lane Departure Warning and High Beam Assist. Rounding out the highlights are Safe Exit Warning, Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist and a rearview camera with dynamic guidelines.
Moving up the trim ladder is the mid-level Stinger GT1, which starts at $43,690 with rear-wheel drive and $45,890 with all-wheel drive. It boasts a twin-turbo 3.3-liter V6 with 368 hp (274 kW / 373 PS) and 376 lb-ft (510 Nm) of torque.
Besides the V6, the GT1 features launch control, red brake calipers and larger 19-inch alloy wheels. Rear-wheel drive variants gain a limited slip differential, while all-wheel drive models have torque vectoring.
The changes don’t stop there as the GT1 has additional interior equipment including an 8-way power passenger seat, a sunroof and LED lighting. Drivers will also find aluminum trim, aluminum scuff plates and a multi-color ambient lighting system.
Sitting at the top of the range is the Stinger GT2. It starts at $51,290 while the all-wheel drive variant goes for $53,490.
That’s luxury car money and the model comes equipped with a number of upgrades including Nappa leather seats with 16-way power adjustment for the driver and 12-way power adjustment for the passenger. Both are heated and ventilated, while the rear seats only have heating.
The ranger-topper also boasts a head-up display, a surround view monitor and a larger 7-inch display in the instrument cluster. Other highlights include a power tilt / telescopic steering column, a 15-speaker Harman Kardon audio system and HomeLink. Lastly, there’s higher-end LED headlights, an electronically controlled suspension and a power-opening smart trunk.
The 2022 Kia Stinger goes on sale this spring and prices exclude a $1,045 destination charge.