The K&N 69-5320TS is a Typhoon-series cold air intake for the 2.0-liter four-cylinder in the Kia Stinger. It is an aluminum tube induction system with an oversized air filter, and it replaces the factory air filter and intake tube. The tube is mandrel-bent, and the filter uses a washable, reusable element with oiled cotton media. The manufacturer says the kit is guaranteed to increase horsepower and torque. Published gain figures differ between sources, so confirm current dyno data with the manufacturer before you buy. Its real-world advantage over a stock box is the reusable filter, which avoids the recurring cost of disposable paper elements.
The manufacturer lists this kit for Kia Stinger L4-2.0L F/I, 2018-2021, so this is a direct-fit upgrade for the 2.0T turbo intake. For DIY owners, the intake is a practical bolt-on project, and the manufacturer rates the process as typically completed in 60 minutes or less with simple hand tools. The filter needs attention only every 100,000 miles under normal highway driving conditions. The kit carries a No-Hassle Lifetime Limited Warranty. Buyers in California should note that the product is not legal for sale or use in California on any pollution controlled motor vehicle.
The manufacturer lists the 2.0-liter L4 Stinger for 2018 through 2021. Published fitment details vary, so confirm your model year and engine with the manufacturer before ordering.
The manufacturer lists RP-4600 as the alternate replacement filter. Other published references give a different filter number, so confirm the correct part with the manufacturer before buying a spare.
The manufacturer states the product is not legal for sale or use in California on any pollution-controlled motor vehicle.
The manufacturer rates installation at about 60 minutes or less using simple hand tools, so this is a manageable project for a home mechanic with basic experience. The manufacturer supplies an installation instruction sheet for this kit, and you should follow it step by step. Check every clamp and coupling for tightness before starting the engine, and confirm the fit of the tube against the engine bay before tightening final hardware. Details on battery or sensor handling were not confirmed in the manufacturer material reviewed, so verify those steps on the instruction sheet.
