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The Kia Stinger has been one of the automaker's most celebrated vehicles. This sports sedan is primarily credited for attracting auto enthusiasts to the brand. Drivers in Lanham, MD, who want to enjoy a unique driving experience behind a speedy sports sedan should check out the 2023 Kia Stinger. Performance and Elegance The 2023 Stinger has two trim levels, each of which has a unique array of standard features and specs. Each Stinger trim has a maximum passenger capacity of 93.8 cubic feet, a cargo capacity of 23.3 cubic feet, and a total interior capacity of 117.1 cubic feet. The front legroom for this sedan is 42.6 inches, and the rear legroom is 36.4 inches. GT-Line The base 2023 Stinger has a 2.5L Smart Stream turbocharged I4 engine, which produces 300 horsepower and 311 lb-ft of torque. This model has an eight-speed automatic transmission, which can be matched with a RWD or AWD drivetrain. The RWD model gets 22 MPG in the city, 32 MPG on the highway, and 25 MPG combined. The AWD model gets 21 MPG in the city, 29 MPG on the highway, and 24 MPG combined. Standard features for the GT-Line include: 18-inch alloy wheels. LED daytime running lights. Solar control glass. Automatic rain-sensing wipers. An auto-dimming rearview mirror. Aluminum pedals. This model also has leather seat trim and a 12-way power driver's seat with four-way lumbar support. GT2 The GT2 trim has an incredible 3.3L twin-turbocharged V6 engine, which can generate 368 horsepower and 376 lb-ft of torque. GT2 models with RWD get 18 MPG in the city, 25 MPG on the highway, and 20 MPG combined, while AWD models get 17 MPG in the city, 24 MPG on the highway, and 20 MPG combined. Key standard features for this trim include: 19-inch alloy wheels. A power sunroof. A power-smart trunk. An auto-dimming rearview mirror with HomeLink. Multicolor LED accent lighting. This trim also comes with a 16-way power driver's seat, heated front and rear seats, ventilated front seats, and a 15-speaker audio system. Should You Ask Your Dealer About the 2024 Kia Stinger Tribute Edition? Kia has announced the end of Stinger production in 2023. To honor this flagship sedan model, Kia is producing a limited amount of the Kia Stinger Tribute Edition in 2024, with 440 vehicles available at dealerships nationwide. The Tribute Edition is modeled after the 2023 Stinger GT2. It has a few upgrades, including an exclusive Steel Matte Gray exterior paint color, 19-inch alloy wheels, black exterior details, and Terracotta Nappa leather seating material. The Kia Stinger has been a great model for the last six years. Get in touch with DARCARS Kia of Lanham to learn more about the availability of this model today.

If you're gearing up for more road trips in your future, you'll need a ​comfortable ​and powerful ​vehicle to keep up with you. ​Adventurers will want to consider the Kia Telluride, Kia ​Sorento, Kia Carnival, and ​Kia Sportage as leading options. Kia Vehicles Built For Road Trips 2023 Kia Telluride This spacious SUV has seating for up to eight people. This is the Kia you want to choose if your road trips require powerful towing capabilities. The Telluride has a maximum towing capacity of 5,500 pounds. It comes with a tow mode that has a stability assist feature for the trailer. This vehicle was built for power, but it's also a comfortable SUV inside with plenty of available upgrades. There is an available 12.3-inch dual panoramic display system with navigation. The second row has class-leading legroom for midsize SUVs. This is a great choice for large families with lots of hauling to do. 2023 Kia Sorento The Sorento seats up to seven people. If you're looking for a rugged vehicle, consider the Sorento X-Line, which adds an inch of ground clearance. There is a hybrid engine that averages 34 miles to the gallon in the city and 37 on the highway. The plug-in hybrid powertrain manages up to 32 all-electric miles and averages 79 MPGe. The Sorento comes with two USB charging ports in its third row. It has an eight-inch touchscreen with a rearview monitor and parking guidance technology. There are 41.4 inches of legroom in the first row, 41.7 inches in the second row, and 29.6 inches in the third row. There is 12.6 cubic feet of cargo volume between the third row or an expanded 75.5 cubic feet with the second and third rows folded down. 2023 Kia Carnival The Carnival looks like an SUV, but it's actually a rugged minivan with plenty of space inside. Surprisingly, this powerful minivan has a maximum towing capacity of 3,500 pounds. It averages 19 miles to the gallon in the city and 26 on the highway. You'll find an eight-inch infotainment display with a six-speaker sound system as standard. You can fit plenty of cargo in this minivan. There are 40.2 cubic feet of space behind the third-row bench seats. With the second and third rows folded down, there are 145.1 cubic feet of cargo volume. 2023 Kia Sportage The Sportage is a compact SUV with a best-in-class cargo space rating of 39.6 cubic feet. There is a gas engine, hybrid powertrain, and plug-in hybrid option. The gas engine averages 25 miles to the gallon in the city and 28 on the highway. The hybrid gets 38 in the city and 43 on the highway, while the plug-in hybrid manages 84 MPGe. The Sportage is a great road trip car for those who go for a while on the highway but also do plenty of city driving. It's compact, so it's easier to park. It's got plenty of room for luggage while still maintaining 41.3 inches of second-row legroom. Kia has designed some truly great options for cars you can bring on memorable adventures. Visit DARCARS Kia of Lanham now to see our wide selection of new vehicles.

The 2023 Kia Forte is here on the market and scoring top points on the board regarding comfort, style, and efficiency. Best of all, it's packing a whole set of new features in an excellent modern sedan at an incredibly affordable price tag. When it comes to a compact family sedan, the Forte is undoubtedly one of the best cars on the market. Here are a few of our favorite new features of Kia's 2023 Forte. 4 Outstanding Features of the 2023 Kia Forte 1.    An Incredibly Efficient Engine The new 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that all trims of the new Kia come equipped with takes fuel efficiency to a new level with its variable transmission. With 147 horsepower and 132 pound-feet of torque, Kia's engine is powerful enough to make it a reliable, highway-ready car. The EPA clocks the 2023 Forte at an incredible 41 highway mpg, making it one of the most fuel-efficient sedans on the market. 2.    All-New Infotainment System Kia has released all trims of the 2023 Forte with its newly improved infotainment system, compatible with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, and an improved navigation system. The standard trim has an 8-inch touchscreen, while higher trims improve on this with a 10.25-inch screen. To connect your favorite devices, all systems have multiple USB and auxiliary ports. Music lovers will appreciate the surround-sound Harman Kardon 320-Watt speaker system with the GT trim and above. 3.    High-Tech Safety Features Kia is once again proving to be a leader in the industry when it comes to safety features with this year's Forte. The safety features included in all trims of the 2023 Forte include: Electronic stability control. Traction control. Lane assist. Automatic emergency braking. An anti-lock braking system. Driver attention monitoring. Combining the high-tech monitoring systems of Kia Drive Wise with Kia's newly improved adaptive cruise control, you can drive the 2023 Forte effortlessly and safely like never before. 4.    Improved Lighting Inside & Out With sleek, project beam headlights and LED daytime running lights (DLR), Kia brings state-of-the-art car lighting technology to each trim of the 2023 Forte, so you know you'll be visible on the road. With the GT trim, Kia also introduces a unique three-point LED fog light system to keep your car visible even through the worst weather conditions. To top off its newly designed lights, Kia adds a new LED interior lighting system to the GT trim so that you can see the car's stylish interior in a whole new way. With all its new features, Kia's 2023 Forte is already proving to be a much sought-after car. Drive over to DARCARS Kia of Lanham and grab your favorite trim of the 2023 Forte while supplies last!