@@MrMrabaunza Go check consumer reports, JD Power, or any other site that assesses reliability before you make such idiotic statements. The Koreans are behind only Mazda and Toyota in reliability. As for Lexus, all their cars save for the new ES, LS, and LC are sitting on almost decade-old platforms and woefully behind the competition.
Gas Station jd power and consumer reports? Lmao those are GARBAGE. They’re basically paid advertisements for these companies. Jd power gave dependability awards to Chevy and BMW. That alone should disqualify their credibility.
@@MrMrabaunza "Paid advertisements" Suuure kiddo. Don't worry, you can check dozens of other sites if you think CR or JD Power aren't honest. Go check TrueDelta or RepairPal or Forbes and so on... the Koreans always make near the top of the list. And they've always been leagues higher than the likes of Chevy and BMW on every CR list. Show me proof that Korean cars are unreliable. I could use a good laugh from an uneducated moron like you.
I commented on one of your other videos I think you do an amazing job thank you very much it's in entertaining to watch you work you are real and people can see it
0:28 that's an understatement. I like to think I've got a pretty good map on what's going on in the automotive industry, and I thought kia had stopped making this car.
This is the real reason why this car won't sell. Believe it or not, the service/experience of a luxury car dealership is almost as important as the product itself, and how in the world does Kia expect to sell these cars in their dealership network when those guys are prepped to accommodate with broke single mom's and people who make "$2000 a month, have a stable job, and proof of income" into 15K Forte's, Rio's, and Soul's? Luxury dealerships allow for people to take extended test drives over weekends, free service loaners, and even a couple near me have nail salons inside with premium beverage bars.... This car is just meant to elevate the image of the brand; I doubt Kia even cares to sell more than a 100 of these a months... if that....
This car is meant as an advertisement for the Kia brand. They sell very well in Asia/Middle East/Russia, it costs very little to apply for sales license here in USA and ship a few hundred in a month, they don't expect to outsell the S-class. Especially to badge-snob Americans.
@@iPhoneAppReviewer Break down the costs for us or provide a figure. KDM requirements meet or exceed US emissions/safety requirements, and it would thus not be very expensive. Especially comparing this to the cost of a full advertising campaign.
the good thing about the korean brands is that you get almost all the extras like german premium models, on a very affordable price.. the bad thing is , they depreciate much more faster than german competitors. like if an E class or an A6 or 5 series loses 10 thousands in 3 years kia would lose more than 20 and thats sad.
these things arent really selling and you can find some new ones for 45k. if you lease them you can get it for 35k and then do a lease buyout so you can get a 60k e class competitor with a 10 year warranty for 35k cash. the big down side is that not all dealerships can service these, you need to have a special one and there's only a handful in the US
Okay hold up, inside and out it looks beautiful. But is that road and wind noise inside? It would have been better without the elevator music in the background. I hate wind and road noise.
They tested this on a different youtube channel, the cabin is actually a little bit more quiet than a mid level Mercedes. There is sound dampening everywhere on this car including the ceiling and the engine wall. There is a plastic ring around the inside of the wheels that minimizes road noise as well.
Looks good but I never see these in the wild. They should use this platform and make a Tahoe competitor, bet then they can sell. People don’t buy these low riders when they can get a Tahoe or Suburban.
It's meant as an advertisement for the Kia brand. They sell very well in Asia/Middle East/Russia, it costs very little to apply for sales license here in USA and ship a few hundred in a month.
It's no stop much the badges as it is the cheap stigma that plagued Korean cars for a long time. Fortunately, that hasn't really been the case for a solid decade now.. And anyone who's been paying attention knows it.
Its luxury and comfort combined with reliability. Germans usually don't hit all three in full.
Kia isn’t known for reliability. Hitting all three would go to Lexus.
@@MrMrabaunza Go check consumer reports, JD Power, or any other site that assesses reliability before you make such idiotic statements. The Koreans are behind only Mazda and Toyota in reliability. As for Lexus, all their cars save for the new ES, LS, and LC are sitting on almost decade-old platforms and woefully behind the competition.
Gas Station jd power and consumer reports? Lmao those are GARBAGE. They’re basically paid advertisements for these companies. Jd power gave dependability awards to Chevy and BMW. That alone should disqualify their credibility.
@@MrMrabaunza "Paid advertisements" Suuure kiddo. Don't worry, you can check dozens of other sites if you think CR or JD Power aren't honest. Go check TrueDelta or RepairPal or Forbes and so on... the Koreans always make near the top of the list. And they've always been leagues higher than the likes of Chevy and BMW on every CR list. Show me proof that Korean cars are unreliable. I could use a good laugh from an uneducated moron like you.
@@MrMrabaunza 🤣🤣😂😂🤣 yes, two of the worst when it comes to reliability !
I commented on one of your other videos I think you do an amazing job thank you very much it's in entertaining to watch you work you are real and people can see it
I'm trying my best to make every video a little better than the last. I don't always succeed, but thanks for watching and the kind words.
0:28 that's an understatement. I like to think I've got a pretty good map on what's going on in the automotive industry, and I thought kia had stopped making this car.
roguedogx the stopped in the us for a little bit i thought
Great review. I love that Kia has the confidence to take on the luxury brands. The car appears almost silent during the review.
Resale value drops like a Stuka dive bomber. Great deals used 😆
What car in that same category? maybe the lexus LS?
TheGbizaille more like the ES/ GS
A Junkers Ju-87 "dice" bomber? Kind of a fail with that one although your attempted WW2 blitzkrieg reference is commendable.
J High smell correct 😆😆😄
@@BrogeKilrain
Much better.
Nice but this won't sell in the SUV obsessed American market Good review
Bong Lim it’s such a shame honestly.
It will...marked down... in small numbers. I seriously doubt anyone will pay anything close to MSRP.
Looks nicer than the a8 and 7 series tbh
Because it looks like a S-Class?
Kia needs to improve their dealership experience, it's a horror show.
This is the real reason why this car won't sell. Believe it or not, the service/experience of a luxury car dealership is almost as important as the product itself, and how in the world does Kia expect to sell these cars in their dealership network when those guys are prepped to accommodate with broke single mom's and people who make "$2000 a month, have a stable job, and proof of income" into 15K Forte's, Rio's, and Soul's?
Luxury dealerships allow for people to take extended test drives over weekends, free service loaners, and even a couple near me have nail salons inside with premium beverage bars.... This car is just meant to elevate the image of the brand; I doubt Kia even cares to sell more than a 100 of these a months... if that....
Awesome looking car inside and out. I can’t wait to buy it in 10 years when it’s worth a quarter of what it is priced at now.
This car is meant as an advertisement for the Kia brand. They sell very well in Asia/Middle East/Russia, it costs very little to apply for sales license here in USA and ship a few hundred in a month, they don't expect to outsell the S-class. Especially to badge-snob Americans.
It doesn’t cost very little to get a car safety/emissions compliant for the US market.
@@iPhoneAppReviewer Break down the costs for us or provide a figure. KDM requirements meet or exceed US emissions/safety requirements, and it would thus not be very expensive. Especially comparing this to the cost of a full advertising campaign.
YES KIA COME THRU I LOVE THIS CAR 💖✨😍🥰
The interior of this car looks stunning.
2015-2016 K900 used are about 20-30k. Great deal if you can get one with V8 and extended warranties.
Another winner from Hyundai Group.
The South Koreans are eating everybody's lunch.
..and they'll continue to do so ! They have an awesome team pushing out awesome cars !
Good review Twan.
I love it
the good thing about the korean brands is that you get almost all the extras like german premium models, on a very affordable price..
the bad thing is , they depreciate much more faster than german competitors. like if an E class or an A6 or 5 series loses 10 thousands in 3 years kia would lose more than 20 and thats sad.
Such an impressive car. Very well done at a great price
I'll buy one in a year for $20'000 lol
D D
Exactly my friend!!!
these things arent really selling and you can find some new ones for 45k. if you lease them you can get it for 35k and then do a lease buyout so you can get a 60k e class competitor with a 10 year warranty for 35k cash. the big down side is that not all dealerships can service these, you need to have a special one and there's only a handful in the US
Can't wait for these to deprecate..I'm going to grab one in white with the brown interior
I'm waiting for the same thing. These things aren't selling which is good news for me
I like the handheld tablet docking capability; front & center of the dashboard.
This car is great! It’s a shame it doesn’t sell well :/
Better than any Infiniti or Acura sedans.
Okay hold up, inside and out it looks beautiful. But is that road and wind noise inside? It would have been better without the elevator music in the background. I hate wind and road noise.
I have two of them
I bought a G90 for me and a K900 for my wife.
Speeeeeech boy
responsible for the 100th like...
Nice video 👍👍💚
Can you tell me about the cabin noise? How well insulated is it inside plz
They tested this on a different youtube channel, the cabin is actually a little bit more quiet than a mid level Mercedes. There is sound dampening everywhere on this car including the ceiling and the engine wall. There is a plastic ring around the inside of the wheels that minimizes road noise as well.
No mileage and pricing?
Chauffeur option seems a little unnecessary; I mean if you are paying a chauffeur you aren't riding in a Kia.
Unless you weren't paying him
nappiral you are if you’re trying to maintain a low profile.
Looks good but I never see these in the wild. They should use this platform and make a Tahoe competitor, bet then they can sell. People don’t buy these low riders when they can get a Tahoe or Suburban.
The grill is too big and the design not distinct and inconspicuous.
Not selling in the U.S. , But I would buy one if it had a optional V8
Charles Duran it schould have it last gen had a 420 hp v8
I'll get one in about 3 years when it cost about half...nice car though.
I’m glad Antuan shaved his beard.
A) I don't know if I'd even call my scruff a "beard." It's pretty terrible. B) Bad news, the beard is back since this was shot. I'm so very sorry. 😁
antuan goodwin Finally someone agrees with me! You sir, are a standup guy - I tip my hat to you.
Didn't they only sell like 800 of these last year ?
Asian market car though, asians like to be chauffeured around
It's meant as an advertisement for the Kia brand. They sell very well in Asia/Middle East/Russia, it costs very little to apply for sales license here in USA and ship a few hundred in a month.
Man ... wear something more appropriate for the videos .. “luxury car” then maybe a shirt instead of this
I am guilty of spending more time thinking about cars than clothes, but I'll keep that in mind for the next time.
Hate when car reviewers have a lisp
Ikr
yahir resendiz he cant control that :/ lmao
It's like that sometimes.
That looks like a 1999 Lexus /Cadillac interior. Outside they tried to copy the Germans, Americans, and the Japanese car designs all in one.
Korean phaeton...
What a bomb. It was a really nice car with a great option list but was out of market. Now people are more willing to be more open minded.
And outdated. ICE cars are history.
Probably not NSA, lmao
IT'S THE BADGE! the badge will always (say it with me) it will ALWAYS make the car look cheap
It's no stop much the badges as it is the cheap stigma that plagued Korean cars for a long time.
Fortunately, that hasn't really been the case for a solid decade now.. And anyone who's been paying attention knows it.
Kia :pretending to be something that its not... premium
But Kia dealers are crap! Utter trash’ save your money and get the Genesis cousin instead!
Basically a Mercedes replica
60k for a kia....
This pile of junk will never be able to hold a candle to Lexus when it comes to reliability.
I’m old enough to remember when people said a Toyota luxury car will never compete with BMW and Mercedes.
Kia has come a long way though.
has 6 year bumper to bumper warranty, 10 year powertrain. im rooting for the koreans they're killing it right now
Nah, Toyota/Lexus is going backwards nowadays, Hyundai/Kia/Genesis is rising
I wouldn't buy a new luxury kia though
So when does Lexus get Android Auto/Apple Car play? Also, when will they update their powertrains?
Bentley Conti rear bland as f*** front. Surely won't sell
That thing is ugly as all hell, leave the luxury cars to the Germans.
lol what a mess, horrible looking thing
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