Kia Stinger's at Wow! Malaysians

NAZA Kia Malaysia Sdn Bhd (NKM) today launched the Kia Stinger, marking the Korean brand's foray into the sports sedan segment in the country.

Derived from the world-famous GT concept, Kia's fastest automobile is designed to be a true gran turismo, earning it worldwide recognition for its blend of high performance and supreme comfort. The CEO of Sdn Bhd Group, Automotive Group, Datuk Samson Anand George, said, "The Kia Stinger is the culmination of years of passion and commitment, nurtured by the bold spirit and bold brand to combine agile performance and unshakable style. To meet the demands of customers in Malaysia, we introduce two variants of the Kia Stinger, the 3.3-liter V6 GT and the 2.0-liter GT-Line, two sports sedans that exude confidence, elegance and disarmament athletics.

Kia's motto "The Power to Surprise", the Kia Stinger ushered in a new era of innovation for the Korean brand while preserving its DNA to deliver the best performance, comfort and convenience. features. With this, we believe that the Kia Stinger will enhance the brand identity and will constitute a revolutionary reference for the future of Kia vehicles.

With its elegant fastback silhouette and propulsion proportions, Kia Stinger commands attention wherever you go. As a thoroughbred Gran Turismo, its roof line sits at a perfect angle to provide aerodynamic benefits as the air flows on the hood and roof, and at the rear of the car while retaining a nice aesthetic. The wide front and rear track, as well as the recessed outlines along the doors, enhance the visual power of the Stinger shoulder line as well as its fastback silhouette.

The aerodynamic profile of the Stinger is further enhanced with the body slightly narrowed towards the rear of the car and new "gills" behind the front wheel arches, each reducing wake turbulence when the air passes on the sides of the car.

The aggressive stance is magnified by Kia's signature "tiger-nose" grille, proudly seated at the front between intricate LED full headlights and accented with dark chrome-plated honeycomb patterns, hot stamped on a black base to ensure a premium exterior.

The aesthetic value of the Kia Stinger has already been recognized worldwide, having received an EyesOn Design Award for Excellence in Automotive Production at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in 2017.

Inside, an elegant and sophisticated cabin space evokes a minimal luxury sensation with its airplane-style design and high-quality finishes in modern key colors. Ultra-soft Nappa leather wraps deeply contoured seats for the 3.3L V6 GT trim and natural leather is available for the 2.0L GT-Line. Both versions feature an eight-way power driver seat four-way mechanical lumbar support, creating a space dedicated to driving pleasure while stimulating occupants with luxury.

Aeronautical-inspired circular vents at the front and back The ring nicely surrounds the rest of the cabin, creating the effect of intimacy cocooned, an even higher sensation by warm, inviting LED lights that gently illuminate the finely crafted interior.

The key to its presence on the road lies in the hearts beating under the carved hood, where a choice of two turbo engines is available. The two-cylinder, 2.5-liter T-GDi turbocharged four-cylinder engine produces 251 horsepower at 6,200 rpm with a maximum torque of 353 Nm available from 1,400 to 4,000 rpm, propelling the Stinger from 0 to 100 km / h in just 6 seconds. The 3.3-liter V6 Lambda T-GDi twin-turbo engine, which accelerates to 100 km / h in 4.9 seconds with its 365 horsepower at 6,000 rpm, offers a torque of 510 Nm from 1,300 to 4 500 rpm. ultimately proving to be a worthy challenger.

The Kia Stinger is equipped with an internally developed second-generation eight-wheel drive automatic transmission. The transmission also uses Kia's first use of a centrifugal pendulum torque converter (CPA) on the GT-Line 2.0L to help reduce torsional vibrations through transmission, a technology typically used in applications aeronautics and competition.

For intuitive control and smarter, smarter driving, the Stinger's innovative Shift-By-Wire transmission control allows the driver to switch from one transmission mode to the other via commands. e. The gearbox can be set to intuitively manage gear changes or selectively pass through the gears by means of shift levers mounted behind the steering wheel. As with suspension and steering, the Stinger's rear-wheel drive system is fully integrated with its 5-Drive mode, offering a distinct calibration between comfort and sport modes.

From its GT concept-car origins to the years of tuning and refining on the legendary Nürburgring track, the Kia Stinger has proven itself to handle even the most demanding road conditions with a compound balance, contributed by the Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) It is equipped with the sophisticated Dynamic Torque Vectoring Control system. This system monitors driver inputs and road conditions, then automatically distributes power in real time according to driving situation, minimizing understeer and giving the driver the ability to maneuver even in the most severe weather conditions. . Other powerful features include electronically controlled suspension (ECS) and motor-assisted power steering (R-MDPS) rack mount.

Other state-of-the-art safety features include Hill-Start Assist Control (HAC), Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS), Traction Control System (TCS) and Cornering Braking Control. (CBC). Transverse traffic collision warning and seven airbags. Thanks to its advanced security technologies, the Kia Stinger has received the highest five-star rating from Euro NCAP.
The Kia Stinger rolls on a chassis made up of 55% high strength steel and MacPherson system dampers, high strength wheel bearings, and an aluminum leg spacer, while the suspension reinforced five-arm rear is mounted on a stiffened rear subframe for exceptional durability.

The turbocharged GT-Line four-cylinder models of 2.0-liter / 45R-18 all-season tires (18-inch alloy), while the 3.3-liter V6 GT model is equipped with Continental ContiSportContact 5 tires to very high performance that were specially designed and tuned for the Stinger – 225 / 40R-19 at the front and 255 / 35R-19 at the rear (19-inch alloy)

In addition, the Stinger GT linkage stopping power comes from high-performance Brembo disc brakes with four-piston front calipers and dual-piston calipers. The all-aluminum one-piece calipers reduce unsprung weight and are coupled with large diameter brake discs (13.8 inches at the front and 13.4 inches at the rear) that will quickly dissipate heat and will help reduce the stopping distance. mm is ahead on its segment, and has a body longer and wider than many others in the same segment at 4830mm and 1870mm respectively. This benefit allows for a generous legroom at the front and back, while the lowered hip tip provides ample space for the taller occupants. With 406 liters of boot space, the Stinger boot area is also larger than most of its competitors, with enough space to accommodate large luggage or golf bags.

Embedded technology at a higher level is the high dashboard with a powerful dose of pure dynamics and interior emotion that provides a solid horizontal plane for the driver. The center console is intuitively divided into two specific areas: the infotainment system and an eight-inch floating navigation touchscreen built-in to Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, while the climate control and ventilation controls nestle to the -Dessous. D-type "cut" GT and GT-Line shuttlecock in hand-stitched multi-purpose thick leather for a sporty look. A 7-inch TFT LCD is located between the gauge displays to relay performance data such as G-forces in turns, lap times, and engine oil temperature (available only for GT variant of 3.3 L). such as the onboard computer, driver settings, navigation and diagnostics.

Scenic records are not complete without a superior sound system. Stinger's high-end 15-speaker Harman Kardon loudspeaker system further enhances the car's dynamic driving experience, accompanying occupants on the road with clear sound clarity.

Other amenities included in the Stinger for a pleasurable driving experience are the head-up color display (HUD), dynamic bending light (DBL), panoramic view (AVM) with rear-wheel drive ( DRM), integrated memory system (IMS) for the driver's seat, a wireless smartphone charger and electrochromic side mirrors to control the glare of incoming headlights.

Stinger's debut stunned a lot on the international arena, in an industry conquered mainly by German and Japanese brands. Since its introduction to the world in August 2017, the Stinger has received numerous global awards from prestigious industry players such as "Best of the Year" and "Best Sports Sedan" in MotorWeek 2018 Drivers & # Choice Awards, Roadshow By CNET Shift Awards for the 2018 vehicle of the year, the top 10 interior districts for 2018, the 2018 AutoGuide car of the year, the top 10 car interiors of the year. Autotrader of less than $ 50,000 for 2018 and many others.

Both Kia Stinger trims are available in four exquisite exterior colors: HiChroma Red, Deep Chroma Blue, Panthera Metal and Aurora Black. Inside, the 3.3L V6 GT gets a superb red color set while the 2.0L GT-Line comes in a solid black color.

The 3.3-liter V6 GT version is sold without insurance for RM309888 while the 2.0-liter GT-Line variant costs $ 239,888 on the highway without insurance