Latest K900 Praised by Automobile For Having “Beautiful and Plush Crafting, Primed Sense for Indulgence”

When the first-generation K900 hit showrooms 5 years ago, it was powered by a 32-valve V8, but despite its stature and purpose, at times lacked the promise that is needed for a true automotive home run. Arthur St. Antoine of Automobile mag now revisits the K900 in full effect, and claims out of the gate that it “offers enough goodness that budget-conscious luxe-sedan shoppers would be doing themselves a disservice if they didn't check it out”.

Based on very similar mechanics as Hyundai's slightly larger, ritzier Genesis G90, the second version of the K900 is a step up in space. It has grown 2.3 inches in wheelbase, boasts much greater legroom, and has a very extravagant vibe. When you are here at Jim Butler Kia of St Louis for a test drive, don't forget to check out the benefits of the VIP Package: here you see the flip-down center rear armrest that includes controls for the power seats, audio system, and climate control, wireless phone charger and rear-seat ventilation, offering a limousine-style sense of luxury for everyone on board.

The new engine is the twin-turbo 3.3-liter V-6 that can be found in the sporty Stinger GT. Sporting 365 horsepower, it is not quite as powerful and potent as the old 420-horsepower V8, but the 376 lb-ft max torque number remains the same, and the engine pairs perfectly with the Stinger's 8-speed automatic and paddle shifters. When Arthur put it to the test he deemed it very quiet and smooth, with acceleration being impressive for a frame that is nearly 5,000 pounds. The turbo-six can power the K900 to 60 mph in just over five seconds, and EPA fuel economy is now up from 15/23 mpg city/highway to 18/25.

As far as the selectable driving modes, Sport mode firms up the steering and the ride, and also allows a bit more of the glorious engine noise to flow on inside. Smart mode uses technology to predict the desired responses based on what the driver is doing at the wheel, and Comfort is where the sedan usually provides its best all-around ride. Compared to the track-ready and salacious Stinger, this is a car that provides a refined and gentle ride, and a stylish outing to the symphony or holiday ball would seem like a perfect jaunt.

The Automobile mag gang ranked overall visibility as “superb”, and appreciated the simplicity and practicality of the infotainment interface. The display in the K900 is much larger than what you encounter in the Telluride, and the rigid structure speaks for itself at every turn. Elegance has many faces in today's car landscape, and picking the K900 as your upper-level crowd (and family) pleaser makes entirely a heaping amount of shrewd sense!

Forbes Describes 2019 Kia K900 As “Luxury-end Confident, Leaving Little Left to Want”

Kia has long been a brand that has been known for cars packed with value, and features that have a more clever and funky flavor than the competition. Christopher Teague of the very prominent and front-running Forbes Magazine recently spent a week with it, and immediately claimed that there is very “little to differentiate this car from many of its European counterparts”. Beginning by stating that it is an amazingly solid entry into the executive sedan segment, but buyers will also be laughing all of the ways to the bank with the money they save.

Christopher admitted that the overall design doesn't necessarily take heavy risks, but the function-over-form shape conveys the brand's confidence in their full-size sedan. The trademark “Clenched teeth” grille was dialed back a bit for this car, and he is right in stating that the buttoned-up profile works quite well. Once inside, the steering wheel is covered in leather and wood, and feels prominently high-dollar. It is also fairly noted that there are many times a big difference between a car's specs on paper, and how it actually feels when you put your foot down, and the verdict here was firmly attested that the K900 does not disappoint from either standpoint.

Sporting a 3.3-liter twin-turbocharged V6 with 365 horsepower and 376 lb-ft of torque, you wonder just how the K900 will behave when you really bury your foot into it. Chris definitely reflected that “it's a very short leap into varying levels of irresponsible speed, and the car maintains its composure the whole time”. Even though breakneck speed is not ultimately the core value of the K900, it's nice to know the power is there when you want it. The treacherous potholes of the already cracked roads in New England couldn't come close to foiling the K900's AWD, electronically-controlled suspension, and torque vectoring.

Kia's UVO infotainment system is widely-known throughout the auto industry as being one of the absolute best, and the apps in use are segmented in a way that makes it easy to see elements such as music and navigation collectively in one place. Chris also makes the claim that if someone blindfolded you and sat you down in the K900, it would be hard to not believe you were sitting in a classic German luxury sedan. Very deep front seats that are well-padded and 20-way power adjustable seat on the driver's side make even the longer of journeys conquered with ease, and truly evoke the sense of stepping out for a formal celebration. With brands such as Ford and GM easing up on their luxury sedan production, Kia strives to fill a gap that some who are going crazy over crossover SUV's have simply stopped giving the appropriate attention.

K900 Leads the Way with Record High Score in Vehicle Satisfaction Awards

Luxury model’s Presidents Award along with three other KIA models rank top in segments

The KIA K900 took a monumental step forward as KIA’s flagship luxury model earned the rare President’s Award from AutoPacific’s Vehicle Satisfaction Awards (VSAs). This award is given to the vehicle that achieves the highest-ever overall VSA award. The K900, available at St. Louis’ exclusive K900 dealer Jim Butler KIA in Chesterfield Valley, set the new record in the VSAs.

More than 65,000 owners of new 2015 model year vehicles rated their vehicles in 50 detailed attributes ranging from fuel economy, comfort and convenience. AutoPacific’s survey didn’t just want to give awards based on highest performance or price tag — they wanted to rate the overall experience of owning a new car.

K900 in Rare Company

When the votes were tallied and the numbers calculated, the 2015 KIA K900 was deemed the cream of the crop and became just the third vehicle in the past 19 years to earn the President’s Award.

The K900 not only won the overall award but also bested the competition in the Luxury Car Category. KIA’s luxury entry not only continues to rake in the accolades, but it also goes head-to-head with luxury brands such as BMW and Mercedes-Benz. Those in St. Louis who are looking for the luxury sedan amenities without the luxury tag should definitely consider the outstanding K900 from Jim Butler KIA in Chesterfield Valley.

The interior and exterior of the K900 both give off the luxury vibe with their attention to details and fine materials throughout. The K900 is powered by the first V8 engine ever in a KIA sedan, and 5.0-liter engine roars out 420 horsepower. Whether under the hood or behind the wheel, the K900 is certainly a luxury sedan for fans to pay attention to.

KIA most awarded brand in 2015 Vehicle Satisfaction Awards

KIA didn’t just stop with the K900. Three other models — the Cadenza, Soul (tie) and Sportage — each came out on top in their categories. The Cadenza in the Large Car format, the Soul tied for first in the Compact car category and the Sportage won the Compact CUV segment.

Each of these three vehicles wowed their owners so much that they took home more awards for the KIA brand, In fact, these four victories gave KIA more category winners than any other brand. KIA also ranked third in overall brand score among non-premium automakers.

Congratulations to all these KIA models for impressing and meeting the needs of all their new owners. You can get in on the fun to with any other these and other KIA models at Jim Butler KIA in Chesterfield Valley!

To learn more about the K900 and other KIA models, call Jim Butler KIA today at 636-256-9600 or contact us online. As your St. Louis KIA dealer, we invite you to check out our KIAs in-person at our Chesterfield dealership. If you’re in the St. Louis, Chesterfield Valley, Creve Coeur or Maryland Heights area, stop by our lot at 722 Long Road Crossing in Chesterfield. Here at Jim Butler KIA, you can make your new vehicle purchase with confidence. We are located in Chesterfield, MO, and serve as your St. Louis, Chesterfield Valley, Creve Coeur and Maryland Heights KIA dealer.

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Kia K900's Advanced Vehicle Safety Management System

There are plenty of ways you can become a better, safer driver -- taking safety classes, avoiding distractions behind the wheel, practicing good car maintenance – but within the Kia K900, there are many modern safety tools at your disposal.

The K900 offers plenty of safety and security features that make the vehicle one of the safest on the road. On the body, you'll find four-wheel disc brakes with Antilock Breaking System. In addition, if the Advanced Vehicle Safety Management (AVSM) system detects that a collision is imminent, it automatically applies the brakes to reduce speed prior to impact.

The K900 has a variety of safety features inside, too. To protect your body, there are Dual Front Advanced Airbags, Dual Front and Rear Seat-Mounted Side Airbags, Full-Length Side Curtain Airbags and Front Active Headrests.

In case of a crash, Side-Impact Door Beams and Front and Rear Crumple Zones will absorb excess energy and and deflect as much of it as possible from your body.

The K900 also features Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH), Vehicle Stability Management, Brake Assist System, and many other safety and security tools.

Obviously, safety is important to us here at Jim Butler Kia. Visit us to learn more about the safety features of the Kia K900.