Design award for Kia GT4 Stinger concept

Presented by the Industrial Designers Society of America (IDSA), the IDEA recognizes designs that affect quality of life and promise significant economic impact through innovation in categories such as Automotive and Transportation, Design Strategy, Computer Equipment, Environments, and more.

2014's competition included 2,000 candidates from 39 countries with each entry evaluated for innovation, benefits to the user and client, sustainability and visual appeal.

The Kia design team, led since 2006 by Peter Schreyer, has garnered regular praise for their European-influenced work. Following Red Dot and iF awards, the IDEA honour is the third major design accolade for Kia's second-generation Soul, which was presented locally earlier this year.

The GT4 Stinger unveiled this year is a rear-drive 2+2 sports car concept, powered by a 315hp (232kW) version of Kia's 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine.

Since its introduction, the GT4 Stinger has earned media and industry praise for its aggressive and sporty appearance.