The Kia Stinger is leaving production with a special limited run model. Dubbed the Tribute Edition, this version of the Stinger gets a unique paint color, special interior features, and a numbered door sill plate on the driver’s side. Only 1,000 will be built for the entire world as the Stinger exits production in 2023.
The Stinger is a special car for Kia. It set a new high bar for performance within the brand and now it’s figuratively handing the torch off to the Kia EV6 GT. Each one of the 1,000 Tribute Edition cars will come with a twin-turbocharged V6.
“The Stinger Tribute Edition denotes an important chapter in the story of Kia’s high-performance ethos. Featuring an exclusive color and interior trim never before seen on the sedan, it also serves as a fitting celebration of the Stinger’s contribution to the Kia brand,” said Chang Sung Ryu, Senior Vice President and Head of Purchase CX Design Sub-division.
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To clarify, Kia will allow customers to choose a new Moonscape matte gray paint for their Tribute Edition example. Each one gets 19-inch black wheels and Brembo brake calipers. The interior of each car will feature Terracotta brown leather along with carbon-effect finish on the upper cover of the console and door panels. Wasp-shaped emblems are embedded into the headrests.
Sadly, the Stinger Tribute Edition isn’t getting any more power. While the world has speculated and rumors have swirled about the end of Stinger production, this seems to be the nail in the coffin. Kia specifically says that “the Tribute Edition pays homage… as production of the groundbreaking model comes to an end.”
One thing Kia has not clarified is when exactly the final Stinger will roll off of the production line. We’re also not sure about exactly how many of the 1,000 units will come to the United States or what they’ll be priced at. We’ve reached out for more information about that and will update this post should we hear specifics on the subject.
