2015 Kia K900

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Rating8.1

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Fullsize Sedan
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$54,500 - $59,900
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Vigorous V8 engine

Comparatively low fuel economy

All-new model for the 2015 model year

A tremendous amount of cargo and cabin space is available

Safety systems are not apt for the price range

Specs & Features

$54,500

price

420 hp @ 6400 rpm

horsepower

376 lb.-ft. @ 5000 rpm

torque

8-Speed Shiftable Automatic

transmission

5.0L 8cyl RWD 8A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2015 Kia K900 sedan makes for an excellent contender in the fullsize sedan class. With 2 trims on offer, the Kia K900 has a base MSRP of $54,500, with prices going all the way up to an MSRP of $59,900, competing directly with the Hyundai Genesis, the Lexus LS 460, and the Toyota Avalon. Only a 5.0L V8 gas engine is offered, mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission. Together, they produce 420 horsepower and 373 lb-ft of torque. Accelerating from 0-60 in 5.5 seconds, the Kia K900 maintains a combined fuel economy of 18 MPG. Kia offers the Kia K900 in 6 stunning colors, with the bright silver being a particular favorite of ours.

Buying Advice

Offered in 2 various trims the luxury V8 trim offers the best high-quality features and experience with a VIP package that comes with soft close power door latches, advanced safety vehicle management, etc.

Trims

    Premium
    $54,500 onwards
    • 19-inch silver aluminum Wheels
    • 1St row LCD monitor
    • A-Spec Sport Seats
    • Dual zone automatic front air conditioning
    • Front Fog/driving lights
    • Front passengers heated-cushion
    • Rear air conditioning with controls
    • Remote keyless entry
    • Siriusxm AM/FM/HD/Satellite
    • Sliding and tilting glass Sunroof
    Luxury
    $59,900 onwards
    • 19-inch chrome aluminum Wheels

Compare to similar cars

Price

$54,500- $59,900

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

8.09

Horsepower

420 hp @ 6400 rpm

Torque

376 lb.-ft. @ 5000 rpm

Capacity

5

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$44,660- $69,785

Gasoline

8.41

304 hp @ 6800 rpm

264 lb.-ft. @ 5200 rpm

5

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$25,830- $40,660

Gasoline

8

300 hp @ 6500 rpm

262 lb.-ft. @ 5300 rpm

5

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$27,055- $40,220

Gasoline

8.6

288 hp @ 6500 rpm

254 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

5

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$61,500- $68,750

Gasoline

7.31

429 hp @ 6400 rpm

376 lb.-ft. @ 5000 rpm

5

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$65,990- $75,700

Gasoline

8.04

329 hp @ 5250 rpm

354 lb.-ft. @ 1600 rpm

4

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$32,285- $39,980

Gasoline

8.06

268 hp @ 6200 rpm

248 lb.-ft. @ 4700 rpm

5

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$32,995- $43,575

Gasoline

7.42

200 hp @ 5100 rpm

207 lb.-ft. @ 1700 rpm

5

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2015 Kia K900 vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    2015 Kia K900

    Ranked #2

    5.5 sec14.1 sec149 mph
    4.8 sec--
    6.1 sec14.6 sec-
    6.12 sec--
    6.5 sec15.1 sec-
    6.6 sec15.2 sec138 mph

    2015 Kia K900 vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      2015 Kia K900

      Ranked #5

      15 mpg23 mpg18 mpg19.8 gal.297/455.4 mi.
      20 mpg30 mpg24 mpg21.1 gal.422/633 mi.
      21 mpg31 mpg24 mpg17 gal.357/527 mi.
      19 mpg29 mpg23 mpg19 gal.361/551 mi.
      18 mpg30 mpg22 mpg17.5 gal.315/525 mi.
      18 mpg28 mpg21 mpg19 gal.342/532 mi.

      2015 Kia K900 vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
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        2015 Kia K900

        Ranked #4

        200.6 in.74.8 in.58.5 in.5.7 in.119.9 in.
        203.1 in.74.4 in.58.7 in.5.1 in.119.9 in.
        202.9 in.76.2 in.60.7 in.5.1 in.112.9 in.
        202 in.72.9 in.59.1 in.5 in.111.7 in.
        200.4 in.72.9 in.58.7 in.7 in.110.5 in.
        195.3 in.72.2 in.57.5 in.5.5 in.111 in.

        2015 Kia K900 vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          2015 Kia K900

          Ranked #5

          15.9 cu.ft.110.8 cu.ft.15.9 cu.ft.
          20.1 cu.ft.102.2 cu.ft.40.9 cu.ft.
          18.6 cu.ft.101.5 cu.ft.18.6 cu.ft.
          18 cu.ft.104.2 cu.ft.29.9 cu.ft.
          16.7 cu.ft.109.3 cu.ft.16.7 cu.ft.
          16 cu.ft.103.6 cu.ft.16 cu.ft.

          2015 Kia K900 vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            2015 Kia K900

            Ranked #1

            16.4 cu.ft.15.9 cu.ft.15.9 cu.ft.-
            16 cu.ft.16 cu.ft.16 cu.ft.-
            83.1 cu.ft.20.1 cu.ft.40.9 cu.ft.79 ft.
            15.3 cu.ft.15.3 cu.ft.15.3 cu.ft.-
            57.3 cu.ft.18.6 cu.ft.18.6 cu.ft.121 ft.
            29.9 cu.ft.18 cu.ft.29.9 cu.ft.-

            2015 Kia K900 vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              2015 Kia K900

              Ranked #2

              --4555 lbs.
              1000 lbs.-3505 lbs.
              1000 lbs.-3555 lbs.
              1000 lbs.-4006 lbs.
              1000 lbs.-4035 lbs.
              --4553 lbs.

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