Is there still no 2.5T support?

[WindyCityFL]

Hey all,
New owner of a Ceramic Silver over red leather 2023 GT-Line RWD. I love the car but really want that turbo to be more pronounced. Looking for exhaust under $2000 (seems to be non-existent) and I'm leaning toward the Injen intake with dry filter. Its my daily and only car in the house so I need to be smart and keep it reliable. Any other suggestions you guys have I'm all ears. Also in the future will be a lip kit, spoiler, and more than likely new wheels.

 

[Kia Stinger]

Hey all,
New owner of a Ceramic Silver over red leather 2023 GT-Line RWD. I love the car but really want that turbo to be more pronounced. Looking for exhaust under $2000 (seems to be non-existent) and I'm leaning toward the Injen intake with dry filter. Its my daily and only car in the house so I need to be smart and keep it reliable. Any other suggestions you guys have I'm all ears. Also in the future will be a lip kit, spoiler, and more than likely new wheels.

Welcome aboard! And thank you for signing up. Congratulations on your new Stinger! What did the Stinger replace for you? I'm glad you found us. Have you considered a JB4 tuner for added power?

 

[WindyCityFL]

The stinger is an upgrade from a 2023 forte gt-line. Being a CPO im hesitant to do a tuner due to warranty concerns.

 

[Alpinesting]

I would just roll with the stock sitch if you daily it. Exhaust is just a nice add on if you can find

the tone you like IMO. Also, there are so many exterior add on that make this model look badass.

Welcome aboard!

 

[K8 Stinger Store]

Welcome to the family @WindyCityFL and congrats on getting your 2023 GT-Line RWD!

It's true, most quality EVC (Electronic Valve Exhaust) systems are priced at over $2k.

This is because the 2022+ models all have active electronic exhaust built into them, so the aftermarket costs more.

However, we're running an Oktoberfest promotion currently, and all of our exhausts are 10% off until the end of the month.

Therefore, the aFe exhaust we sell for example, is sold for $2,098.95. With the promotion, the cost comes out to $1,889.06 with free shipping included.

2022-2023 Kia Stinger 2.5T - aFe Gemini XV EVC Catback Exhaust System



This sale also applies to the other exhaust we have for the 2.5T from JUN BL.

Now I'm curious, when you say "Is there still no 2.5T support?" What are you looking for exactly?

We carry all of the below, which I have hyperlinked to make it easier to find:

• Exhaust for the 2.5T
• Intake for the 2.5T
• Performance Tune for the 2.5T
• Blow Off Valve (BOV) for the 2.5T
• Downpipe for the 2.5T
• Intercooler for the 2.5T
• Springs for the 2.5T
• Coilovers for the 2.5T
• Tons of Carbon for the 2.5T
• Plenty of spoilers for the 2.5T

Now obviously there is a lot more support for the 3.3T models then there are for the 2.5T models.

However, all of the external body parts, like lips, side skirts, diffusers or body kits fit on the 2.5T the same as the 3.3T.

So what exactly are we talking about when we say "Is there still no 2.5T support?" I'm genuniely curious.

Also, when reviewing the links above, reach out anytime if you have questions.

-David

 

[WindyCityFL]

Hey David,

What I had meant was there is a very limited selection. Meaning, there seems to be one or two intakes, one or two exhausts, one downpipe. I can't find an intercooler upgrade listed for the 2.5T anywhere. (the link didn't work and all the intercoolers I found on the store site are listed as for the 3.3). I cam e from a history of Honda and Mustang so I'm used to having a world of parts to choose from for the same thing. I appreciate you giving me links to check out and wil more than likely be using them (hopefully sooner rather than later).

 

[Thomby]

What I had meant was there is a very limited selection. Meaning, there seems to be one or two intakes, one or two exhausts, one downpipe.

For something like an intake, there just isn't that much you can do...it's a tube and a filter, with maybe an open vs. closed airbox (I'm not sure on the 2.5). If you want the turbo to be more "pronounced", I'd just grab an open intake to start, which should make the spool more pronounced.

You almost certainly don't need an intercooler, so maybe skip that for now. If you want more recirc/blowoff sound after doing the intake, grab a BOV, if not, start comparing exhausts.

 

[LordKOTL]

I haven't really heard the 2.5 so it might not work like the 3.3, but swapping out the restrictive air intake duct and swapping it out with a snorkel intake duct (irrespective of brand or if you 3d print one) and running the stick survive opens things up and gives you better sound.