Kia which is in process to retire the Stinger fastback sports car, has revealed the final edition of the vehicle. Debuted in 2017, the Stinger catapulted the South Korean brand into new a territory with its blend of luxurious, stylish design and a potent twin-turbo V6. However of late, the performance car suffered from poor sales due to which it is being discontinued hardly after 6 years of production.
To bid the farewell, Kia is producing a commemorative sendoff called the Stinger Tribute Edition, with only 1,000 units set to be produced worldwide. The Tribute Edition is based around the Stinger GT model, packing a twin-turbocharged 3.3L V6 engine under its hood. Though the automaker is yet to reveal its pricing.
The final Stinger is mechanically unchanged, with the motor pumping out 368 hp of power and 510 Nm of torque, good enough for a 0-100km/h sprint time of just 4.6 seconds.
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The visual enhancements in the Tribute Edition consist of either Ascot Green or a new Moonscape matte gray paint job, whereas the side mirrors, Brembo brake calipers, and 19-inch wheels are all finished in a stealthy gloss black.
Inside, the seats and door panels are wrapped in a unique Terracotta brown leather, while a faux-carbon look also appears on the door panels and center console. The seats also have a new wasp-shaped logo embedded into the headrest.
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Commenting on the Stinger Tribute Edition, Kia’s Senior Vice President and Head of Purchase CX Design Sub-division, Chang Sung Ryu said:
“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. As we enter a new age of mobility, Kia will satisfy the needs of customers who seek to enjoy elevated levels of dynamic driving pleasure through high-performance electrified models such as the EV6 GT. And the brand’s strategy to continue accelerating the development of innovative electrification technologies will ensure that sustainability and strong performance combine effortlessly under the Kia badge.”
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