2020 Stinger Rumors

[Shrikecorp]

Saw this on Instagram. Don't read Korean though..

기아자동차 on Instagram: “더 안전하고, 더 다이나믹하고, 더 쾌적하게 스팅어를 스팅어답게 - #2020년형_스팅어_출시 - #스팅어 #STINGER #KIA #kiamotors #car #motor #carstagram #기아 #기아차 #기아자동차 #카스타그램 #차스타그램…”

@xot1 ?

 

[leecm]

Using Google translate, the caption says "More secure, more dynamic, and more comfortable".

 

[Shrikecorp]

Using Google translate, the caption says "More secure, more dynamic, and more comfortable".

Wondering what they're indicating in some of the other images.

 

[leecm]

Wondering what they're indicating in some of the other images.

Yeah, I'm interested too. I see that one of the pictures mentions N.V.H. which means they probably did something to dampen noise, vibration, and harshness to make a quieter cabin.

 

[Peeso33]

I guess it's not looking good for any chance of a R spec variant...

 

[leecm]

I guess it's not looking good for any chance of a R spec variant...

Unless they plan on springing that news somewhere down the line. Looks like they're keeping the same engine options.

Wait, does 2.2d mean diesel? If so, is that new?

 

[Peeso33]

Was hoping for some sort of R spec variant in 2020, rumored a few month back.

I will share some comments. First off yes I am extremely exited that Biermann is part of the Kia family, and I actually had the honor of meeting him.

As far as weight savings that is on the works for the Stinger plataform, you probably won’t see the weight savings on all stinger models but most defenetely you will see it if/when they release the R-Spec version. This will be a main focus on the development side is to reduce weight. Now there are a lot of other things that can be done to improve handling, without having to reduce the weight. The GTR is a heavy car but if you drive it on the track you will be surprised of it's handling capabilities. Now granted the stinger is a grand touring car, so that is why the focus will be in developing the R spec version.

The 3.3T is an amazing engine well capable of a lot more HP. Kia was just extremely conservative on the HP outputs for reliability/longevity purposes. The increased HP will be a combination of upgraded performance parts. Can’t get to specifics, but can give you some hints. Improved intake system, exhaust, ecu tune , and very possible to get upgraded turbos.

 

[xot1]

@xot1 ?

The 2020 MY has been announced yesterday.
No big change.
Most changes are specific to the Korean model, but here it is:

two-layer glass windshield (for quietness)
19" all season michelin tyres


air purifying feature


auto tightening bolster when entering sport mode


red interior now available for 2.0L gasoline and 2.2L diesel


dynamic bending light feature (it was not available in korea)

drive wise package now standard

 

[Shrikecorp]

The 2020 MY has been announced yesterday.
No big change.
Most changes are specific to the Korean model, but here it is:

two-layer glass windshield (for quietness)
19" all season michelin tyres
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air purifying feature
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auto tightening bolster when entering sport mode
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red interior now available for 2.0L gasoline and 2.2L diesel
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dynamic bending light feature (it was not available in korea)
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drive wise package now standard
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Thanks! Drive wise standard.. that would have been nice for 2018, imho.

 

[MerlintheMad]

The 2020 MY has been announced yesterday.
No big change.
Most changes are specific to the Korean model, but here it is:

two-layer glass windshield (for quietness)
19" all season michelin tyres
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air purifying feature
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auto tightening bolster when entering sport mode
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red interior now available for 2.0L gasoline and 2.2L diesel
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dynamic bending light feature (it was not available in korea)
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drive wise package now standard
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All of that is already over here. I didn't know that the Korean spec lacked these features.

 

[xot1]

All of that is already over here. I didn't know that the Korean spec lacked these features.

I don't think you guys have the auto bolster feature.

 

[SteveCo]

All of that is already over here. I didn't know that the Korean spec lacked these features.

The current American cars have the air purifying and auto-tightening bolster features?

 

[xot1]

The current American cars have the air purifying and auto-tightening bolster features?

I don't think so, also the red seats are not available for the smaller engines.

 

[Manchuz]

Brochure: https://www.kia.com/content/dam/kwcms/kr/ko/files/XCK/catalog/catalog_stinger.pdf

 

[leecm]

Looks like a new interior color option and a new seat pattern option? Honestly pretty underwhelming considering how many areas there were for improvement. Hopefully they're doing something to address the little ticks and creaks. The b-pillar ticking that I have is constant and pretty annoying. To be fair, I haven't started troubleshooting the issue yet.

 

[YOWStinger]

Brochure: https://www.kia.com/content/dam/kwcms/kr/ko/files/XCK/catalog/catalog_stinger.pdf

I see on Page 5 that the 2020 MY cars have deleted the B pillar, but only on the passenger side, that should take a chunk out of our GVWR!

 

[leecm]

I see on Page 5 that the 2020 MY cars have deleted the B pillar, but only on the passenger side, that should take a chunk out of our GVWR!

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Looks lile the driver side B pillar is still there, unfortunately.

 

[YOWStinger]

Found this picture of an early MY 2020 prototype http://origin.misc.pagesuite.com/29...ges/IMG_ct-1535385417-0tm7dm_2_1_IT46OEOJ.jpg

 

[Waynerm002]

I don't think any major change will happen until the mid-cycle refresh. Wonder why they didn't go with the AS 3+ for the All Season tire, probably going with a softer compound. I would like take a 19" option with the Michelin PS AS 3+ here in the US.

 

[MerlintheMad]

I see on Page 5 that the 2020 MY cars have deleted the B pillar, but only on the passenger side, that should take a chunk out of our GVWR!

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And decrease cornering stability and increase noises because of imbalanced frame stresses.