Specifications by model year
Compare the stats that matter
Every section below is populated from the available EPA, NHTSA, and vehicle-specification data for this model.
Fuel economy
EPA-rated city, highway, and combined economy by year. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
Engine, transmission & drivetrain
Powertrain specifications can vary between model years. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | Body style | Cylinders | Displacement | Fuel type | Transmission | Drivetrain | Horsepower | Torque | Engine configuration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | sedan | 6 | 3.3 | Premium | Automatic | AWD/All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2019 | sedan | 6 | 3.3 | Premium | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2018 | sedan | 8 | 5.0 | Premium | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2017 | sedan | 8 | 5.0 | Premium | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2016 | sedan | 8 | 5.0 | Regular | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2015 | sedan | 8 | 5.0 | Premium | Automatic 8-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 420 hp | 376 lb-ft | V8 |
Pricing & configuration
Original pricing and model configuration where available. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | msrp | Base price | pricing | currency | Base MSRP | MSRP range | Confidence | notes | Source | estimatedAt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | — | $59,900 | Base price: $59,900 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2019 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2018 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2017 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2016 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2015 | currency: USD, Base MSRP: $54,500, MSRP range: $54,500 - $59,900, Confidence: 0.9, notes: Base MSRP for Premium trim was $54,500, Luxury trim was $59,900., Source: AI-generated estimate; not a verified quote, estimatedAt: 6/10/2026 | — | — | USD | $54,500 | $54,500 - $59,900 | 0.9 | Base MSRP for Premium trim was $54,500, Luxury trim was $59,900. | AI-generated estimate; not a verified quote | 6/10/2026 |
Space, dimensions & utility
Seating, cargo, and physical configuration by model year. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | Seats | Doors | Cargo (L) | Cargo (cu ft) | Keyless ignition | Steering location | Seat rows | Turbo | GVWR | Axles | Wheels | Wheelbase | Front wheel | Rear wheel | bodyAndInterior |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 5 | — | — | — | Standard | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | Yes | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | 2 | 4 | 122.2 | 19 | 19 | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 |
| 2019 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2018 | — | 4 | — | — | — | — | — | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2017 | — | 4 | — | — | — | — | — | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2016 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2015 | 5 | 4 | 450 | 15.9 | — | — | — | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Safety ratings & driver assistance
NHTSA safety ratings and listed driver-assistance availability. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | Rated vehicle | abs | esc | tractionControl | tpms | adaptiveCruiseControl | autoBrake | forwardCollisionWarning | pedestrianAeb | blindSpotMonitoring | laneDepartureWarning | rearCamera | rearCrossTrafficAlert | adaptiveDrivingBeam | autoReverseSystem | adas |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 2020 Kia K900 4 DR AWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | abs: standard, esc: standard, tractionControl: standard, tpms: standard, adaptiveCruiseControl: standard, autoBrake: standard, forwardCollisionWarning: standard, pedestrianAeb: standard, blindSpotMonitoring: standard, laneDepartureWarning: standard, rearCamera: standard, rearCrossTrafficAlert: standard, adaptiveDrivingBeam: standard, autoReverseSystem: standard |
| 2019 | 2019 Kia K900 4 DR AWD | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | tpms: standard |
| 2018 | 2018 Kia K900 4 DR RWD | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | tpms: standard |
| 2017 | 2017 Kia K900 4 DR RWD | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | tpms: standard |
| 2016 | 2016 Kia K900 4 DR RWD | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | tpms: standard |
| 2015 | 2015 Kia K900 4 DR RWD | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Technology & electrification
Listed infotainment, equipment, battery, and charging data. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
Model year reports
2020
NewestThe 2020 Kia K900 offers a compelling luxury experience, but used buyers must prioritize inspecting the **turbocharger oil feed pipe and hose assembly** due to a critical recall.
2019
The 2019 Kia K900 offers a compelling luxury package, but potential buyers must prioritize inspecting the **turbocharger oil feed pipe and hose assembly** due to a critical recall.
2018
The 2018 Kia K900 offers a compelling luxury experience for the price, but buyers must prioritize confirming the completion of critical safety recalls related to potential engine compartment fires.
2017
The 2017 Kia K900 offers a luxury experience for its price point, but buyers must prioritize confirming the completion of critical safety recalls, particularly those concerning the **HECU module fire risk**.
2016
The 2016 Kia K900 offers a large luxury sedan experience with a V8 engine and rear-wheel drive, but its average reliability verdict and significant safety recalls related to fire risk warrant careful consideration.
2015
The 2015 Kia K900 offers a potent V8 and rear-drive performance, but its average reliability verdict and significant safety recall warrant careful inspection.
Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.
What are the best years for the Kia K900?
Carfocal currently has 6 published K900 reports, covering 2015 through 2020. Compare the year-specific reports directly to see how reliability, recalls, ownership costs, and value change over time. The newest published verdict says: The 2020 Kia K900 offers a compelling luxury experience, but used buyers must prioritize inspecting the **turbocharger oil feed pipe and hose assembly** due to a critical recall.
Published year coverage: 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020.
Is the Kia K900 reliable?
There is no single reliability answer for every Kia K900. Carfocal's published year reports show why the model year matters, with verdicts that include the 2020 kia k900 offers a compelling luxury experience, but used buyers must prioritize inspecting the **turbocharger oil feed pipe and hose assembly** due to a critical recall. and the 2020 kia k900 can represent strong value on the used market, offering near-luxury amenities at a reduced price point. Compare the report for the year you are considering before you make a decision.
6 published year-specific reports are available for comparison.
What are common problems with the Kia K900?
Across Carfocal's published K900 guides, recurring problem areas include Turbocharger Oil Feed Pipe, Brake Pads and Rotors, and Spark Plugs. The exact risk depends on the model year, so open the report for the vehicle you are evaluating to see which issues, recalls, and repair concerns apply.
Common problem areas found in published repair predictions: Turbocharger Oil Feed Pipe, Brake Pads and Rotors, and Spark Plugs.
Supporting data
- Published guides
- 6
- Years tracked
- 6
- Data sources
- NHTSA, EPA, owner complaints