Kia Stinger badging

[stinger1919]

Hey folks, I've noticed that the US Stingers don't have the dimple that every other Kia has for the "KIA" badge. Has anyone taken theirs off? I'm curious to know if it's a smooth surface underneath with only the holes for mounting a badge. Thanks!

 

[ATXStinger]

Hey folks, I've noticed that the US Stingers don't have the dimple that every other Kia has for the "KIA" badge. Has anyone taken theirs off? I'm curious to know if it's a smooth surface underneath with only the holes for mounting a badge. Thanks!

Yes there are holes in the front and rear badges.

 

[stinger1919]

Good deal, I'm looking to get the "E" badging put on mine but didn't want to take the plunge without knowing. Thanks!

 

[OklaStinger]

Yes there are holes in the front and rear badges.

Would the large Korean ?Stinger? badge cover these holes in the trunk area? I?m hoping to install that badge on the rear and replace the Stinger ?E? badge on the front bumper. More like the Korean look of the car.


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[SeoulStinger]

Would the large Korean ?Stinger? badge cover these holes in the trunk area? I?m hoping to install that badge on the rear and replace the Stinger ?E? badge on the front bumper. More like the Korean look of the car.


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Sadly not even the STINGER badge will fit correctly on the US models.

 

[OklaStinger]

Sadly not even the STINGER badge will fit correctly on the US models.

Why is that?


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[SeoulStinger]

Why is that?


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There was a post on FB several weeks ago that someone had tried and it didn't work. It wouldn't cover both holes, they ended up putting an oval K badge over the holes.

They're only about $18 online if you want to give it a try.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Genuine-OE...m-Badge-For-17-2018-Kia-Stinger-/182612652382