2015 Kia K900 (AKA K9 and Quoris) Detailed Review and Road Test Part 1 of 2
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Part 2: • 2015 Kia K900 Detailed...
When Volkswagen brought their Phaeton to the US last decade, the automotive press lauded the vehicle's luxury attributes but the Phaeton failed to sell. While there have been many post-mortems done on the failed Phaeton, the most likely two answers were: it looked like a Passat and it was just as expensive as the luxury competition. Let's get one thing straight up front, the Kia K900 is not a "Kia Phaeton." The biggest difference isn't the design which looks very much like the rest of the Kia family, it's the pricing.
Selling between $60,000 and $66,000, the Kia K900 is a screaming deal when you compare it to the full-size luxury sedans from Lexus, BMW, Mercedes, Audi and Jaguar. But is it real competition?
The K900's sheetmetal is assembled with the same precision you find on the Lexus LS and from certain angles you can see hints of the BMW 7-Series and Lexus LS in the design. Overall the design language is restrained and elegant. I wouldn't go so far as to say derivative, because let's be honest, there is no such thing as "daring design" in the full-size segment. Even the XJ and S550 which tie for the most exciting designs don't stray too far from the norm.
On the inside we find all the usual luxury trappings from soft-close doors, heated and cooled seats to an Alcantara headliner and rear reclining seats. Restrained quantities of real wood and the occasional hard plastic piece can be found to prove that you paid a whopping $60,000 less for your K900 than your neighbour's S550, but they are few, far-between and generally out of reach.
That's the thing about Kia these days: they know how to pinch a penny the right way. All cars are about cutting corners, the trick is cutting the right ones. Kia uses some hard plastics on the inside, limits the amount of real wood, limits color choices and keeps the inventory low by offering only one $6,000 option package. In doing so Kia was able to actually deliver a higher level of interior parts quality than base BMW, Lexus and even Audi models. Case in point: the stitched leather dashboard and upper panels on the doors. You generally don't find real cow hide on the competition without paying for expensive upgrades while Kia drops the stitched goodness into all K900 models.
2015 Kia K900 Exterior Rear
Under the hood we have the same 240 horsepower 5.0L V8 engine that you'll find in the Genesis and Equus sedans. The engine was co-developed with Hyundai and this latest version is the most powerful iteration yet. Mated to Hyundai/Kia 8-speed automatic transmission, the K900's luxury credential list is complete.
Out on the road the K900 is easily the dynamic equal of the Lexus LS. That may sound odd, but the LS is one of the better handling full-size luxury players. The A8 is slightly nose heavy due to the engine's position, the S550 is large and heavy, the latest 7-Series is chasing Mercedes in the large and heavy war and the Jaguar XJ's aluminium body makes it handle more like a BMW 5-Series than a full-size luxo barge. The only thing holding the K900 back from competing with the 7-Series in the slalom is Kia's odd tire choice. The Hankook Optimo H426 is not a low-rolling resistance tire as some have said, however Hankook says it was designed for smooth, quiet operation and low fuel consumption. That's kind of a pity because the fuel consumption on the K900 is already hungry (like the others in this segment) however it lacks the grip the rest of the big boys command. Is that a problem? Not really. You see, for the extra you would pay for a similarly equipped (but less powerful) BMW 740i, you could buy 10 sets of max performance summer tires and a few gas cards.
The K900's price difference is really what sets the K900 apart from the VW Phaeton. While the Phaeton delivered 100% of the luxury you expect in this category, it also came with a full-sized price tag. The Kia on the other hand isn't just significantly less expensive than the full-size luxury competitors, it is also about $10,000 less expensive than a comparably equipped E400, 550i, XF 3.0T, or S6. Perhaps more compelling, the K900 is less expensive than a comparable Cadillac XTS and only a hair more than a Lincoln MKS, Volvo S80 T6 or Acura RLX.
While I don't see many 7-Series, S-Class, A8, or XJ shoppers cross-shopping at the Kia dealer, if you're looking in the near-luxury segment or the mid-size luxury segment you'll get a great deal more car for your buck at the Kia dealer with a longer warranty. Now you need to ask yourself: just how much is that logo on your hood worth?
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I own the 2015 Kia K900, and am very satisfied with it; have had no problems with it.
I really like the design (to me it looks identical to a 7 in the back). I have no problem admitting I value a cars name (BMW to be specific) but for someone who wants a big body luxury car and doesn't mind paying for an expensive KIA (relative to other KIA's), this truly does seem like a great car. The good thing about a car that is up front about knocking-off others, is that you get the best of all worlds.
PS - Your are truly one of the best at full reviews and being neutral.
one of the best presentation I've ever seen on a car
Nice video on the K900, You hit all the answers I had questions concerning this car.
absolutely amazing ... i mean u did a great job reviewing the car .. from showing the infotainment system to showing soft and hard spots in the car to giving ur opinion on the comfort of the car .. amazing channel (SUBBED)
I am about to possibly buy a 2015 with the VIP package tomorrow (2/7/2020) and 19.3k miles...so I am watching and reading as much as I can about the car. I have always liked them. Hopefully it is somewhat comparable to the A8L I had.
You deserve a gold medal for your review skills. Best EVER!
Outstanding job Alex!
Hi alex, I really like your video especially those car seat reviews. Is it possible to do a review on the Hyundai Equus as a comparison to the K900?
great review / thank you for this
Great value, KIA has really stepped up their game.
Best review! I own this and LOVE, LOVE, LOVE it!!!
Within the Kia lineup, in terms of exterior styling, I would rank first the Optima, then K900 and Cadenza. I think Kia has made some really attractive looking sedans, even compared to the luxury car brands. The K900 would look even better if they blended or tied the headlights with the grille. I'm getting tired of folks claiming Kia is being derivative, when it's apparent they really have a style of their own. Some luxury car makers are really overdoing it with the front facia. Look at Lexus' & Toyota's spindle grille, or Mercedes Benz's oversized badges. It's as if they're trying to be British like Bentley or Rolls Royce.
@alex on autos, it's impossible to click on the infotainment review. When you try, it brings up the youtube track forward or back.
what is the function of the "door" option in the head up display settings
Gorgeous vehicle the reliability is a 10!
So it is possible to adjust the front seats from the rear seat controls? Does this feature a some sort of lock out button, like for the rear window controls? I could see kids, or kids at heart, messing with the front seat position on road trips.
And thank you for your reviews, they are very informative.
Yes, the feature can be locked out.
How do you synch my iPhone to Bluetooth in a 2009 Hyundai Elantra
What specific model is this one. I keep finding the models without the oakwood or rear chair control. Thanks Alex
It's the V8 with the
VIP package.
The trunk comfort part always gets me. I dont think the mafia is looking for a comfortable trunk for their hostages
Hahahaha
Where is part 2 of 2 ?
My apologies. I have the links in the video and the description and the buttons at the end (they all worked) but the video wasn't listed right. It has been corrected. You can find it on the channel, via the description, or the button at the end (depending on what device you are viewing on).
for continuity purposes... it would be nice to have both parts 1 and 2 published at the same time.
They should both be live. Does the button at the end of part one not work?
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Highway Cruiser Thanks for letting me know. I think the second video should be visible now. There was some sort of TH-cam hang up.
It is. I checked.
Alex on Autos the front is ugly IMO
It reminds me of the previous generation Lexus GS.
I'm not too Keane on analog clocks on cars like this it almost feels like a step back but it's still functional even when the car if on or off.
I like the K900, except for the front end and the steering wheel. I wish they would have use the Kadenza front end style and a better looking steering wheel.
I love your reviews....this shirt your wearing.... not so much! it reminds me of my misguided youth when I thought that a pink and blue paisley shirt I spent $60 on at Dillard's in 1990 was the best idea I ever had! You must throw it away!! LOL
I like the interior not a big fan of the exterior.
You can fit two bodies in that trunk... Interesting.. Ok am buying.
Looks like some Bangel touches at the rear...Overall nice, not as sharp as my Optima.
There's a v6 of the k900
But not in the USA and this is an American market review.
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I m surprise that they didn't have the V6 engine in the USA, because they have it in Canada.
@@audavid They do have a v6 in the U.S. only on the 2016 and 2017 models. All 2015 models have v8's
I like the car it's just the fucking 70k price tag is ridiculous !
+barnabas loos Compared to the competitors who want 90k, the price is very reasonable!
I suggest you shop for a car within your means. There is no other car for $70k that has the amenities this car does...
Mor Bid fine I'll suck it up and pay the 70k!!!
+barnabas loos you should test drive one i promise you will love it i love mine
K900 is such a terrible name. What were the marketing people thinking? Too close to K9. I shouldn't think of a dog when I hear this cars name.
The car nobody buys.
The car I bought
Exactly why I own one. Everyone stares and wonders....
@@munkeenevahrong239 how has ownership been so far. I pick up a 2015 k900 today from Carvana
@@kj232009 So far so good. Absolutely love this car.
@@munkeenevahrong239 I loved the Lexicon system and the v8 power but ultimately I returned the k900 for a Cadillac Xts. The k900 had a nasty steering wheel hop when hitting uneven road.
I would not get a Kia at this price. Hyundia yes, but not Kia. I love great deals but half the reason for a lux sedan is the brand name. Hyundia is at the level of Ford and Chrysler but Kia is simply at the bottom of the prestige list.
+Peichen01 Ummm, KIA is a subsidiary of Hyundai. Hyundai owns KIA. KIA to Hyundai is like comparing Chevrolet to GMC, or Lexus to Toyota, or Nissan to Infinity...etc
How dare you compare Hyundai to Chrysler and Ford. Kia and Hyundai are up there with Toyota and Lexus.
Awful front end! Looks like a giant forte/frog. Looks very un luxurious