Top of the class
Following its successful introduction into the UK last year, the Kia Stinger has been named Best Performance Car at the UK Car of the Year Awards 2018. The Stinger, which so impressed Mark Windsor in the 15 December issue of GP Motoring, was evaluated by a panel of top UK motor journalists and came top of its class.
Fighting off stiff competition in a segment normally associated with more premium brands, the Stinger impressed the judges with its striking styling, excellent handling, high levels of equipment and value for money.
Commenting on the car, UK COTY judge Paul Barker said: ‘A brave move by Kia to produce a great-looking grand tourer and an interesting addition to the sector.
‘The 3.3-litre petrol engine is an absolute stormer.’
The Kia Stinger, which is available at Forest Road Garage, boasts a twin-turbo V6 which can launch the five-seater gran turismo from 0-60mph in 4.7 seconds, making it the fastest-accelerating Kia ever.
Robert Cornelius, general manager at Forest Road Garage, said: ‘[The] Stinger is such an important car for Kia because it says so much about the brand. We are delighted that it has been recognised by the UK COTY judges as the Best Performance Car for 2018. We are very confident that our award-winning performance car will be a great success locally.’
The thirteen category winners in the UK Car of the Year Awards 2018 are all put forward to the main Car of the Year 2018 award, which will be announced on 23 February.
The Stinger has also been shortlisted for European Car of the Year as well as being nominated for World Car of the Year, making this a great start for Kia in 2018.
