2018 Kia Stinger vs 2018 Buick Regal Sportback

2018 Kia Stinger, Buick Regal Engine Options and Performance

The 2018 Kia Stinger and 2018 Buick Regal Sportback each offer two engine options. The cars each begin with a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine. The Stinger engine produces 255 horsepower and 260 pound-feet of torque. The Regal engine is rated at 250 horsepower and 250 pound-feet of torque.

Both cars also offer V-6 engine options. The Kia engine is again able to best the performance numbers available on the Regal. Stinger models offer a 3.3-liter twin-turbo V-6 that produces 365 horsepower and 376 pound-feet of torque. The Regal’s available 3.6-liter V-6 is rated at 310 horsepower and 295 pound-feet of torque.

Two drive systems will also be offered on both cars. The Regal is offered in front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive, while the Stinger utilizes rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive systems.

Kia will be offering the Stinger in five total trim levels: Stinger, Premium, GT, GT1 and GT2. Each trim will offer a variety of features and systems. Driver assistance features offered on the car include Forward Collision Avoidance System, Driver Attention Warning, Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go, Lane Keeping Assist, Blind Spot Collision Warning and Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Warning.