The 2018 Kia Stinger review: Four cylinders good, six cylinders better

Jonathan Gitlin

The Kia Stinger was one of the most hyped cars in recent years, and deservedly so. With the rest of the world going crossover crazy, Kia decided that what the market needed was a stylish four-door GT car that put an emphasis on driving enjoyment without breaking the bank.

And it certainly delivered; in particular, the rear-wheel drive V6 Stinger GT offered more fun than cars twice its price. But initially we only got to test the range-topping models at the launch; a few months later, I happily arranged a week with a more pedestrian version.