
The 2015 Kia K900 enters the large luxury sedan segment against tough competition.
It offers more features for less money than the mid-size German cars Kia would like it to go up against--the Audi A6, BMW 5-Series, and Mercedes-Benz E-Class--but we don't think those are really its competitors.
Instead, it likely competes with rear-wheel-drive or all-wheel-drive large sedans from another set of premium/luxury brands.
First among them would be its sibling the Hyundai Genesis (and the larger Hyundai Equus as well), which has just been restyled with a look that's as extroverted as the K900 is conservative (and offers the same two engines as the Kia to boot).
The Cadillac CTS is also more extroverted, and more of a driver's car, with a flashier interior and higher performance versions on the way.
The Infiniti Q70 (nee M lineup) is one of the older models in the group, but its lines remain striking every after several years; finally, the Acura RLX handles surprisingly well and offers a hybrid model, as does the Infiniti.
With neither hybrid or diesel alternatives nor the option of all-wheel drive, the K900 may find its market somewhat limited--but it's a good first effort in a tough segment.
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Quick Specs | |||
The 2015 Kia K900 reaches for the luxury stars--and grabs a little Lexus and old-school Cadillac, though it falls well short of Audi. |
The 2015 Acura RLX is an understated luxury full-sizer that puts emphasis on unique technical solutions instead of all-out style and flair. |
The 2015 Cadillac CTS sedan is a stunner–especially in V-Sport guise–and it looks great, too. |
The 2015 Hyundai Genesis is no longer just a great luxury-car value; it's a legitimate alternative to the heavyweights. |
MSRP From | |||
$54,500 | $48,450 | $45,345 | $26,750 |
Gas Mileage | |||
15 MPG City / 23 MPG Hwy | 20 MPG City / 31 MPG Hwy | 14 MPG City / 30 MPG Hwy | 15 MPG City / 29 MPG Hwy |
Engine | |||
Premium Unleaded V-8 | Premium Unleaded V-6 | Turbocharged Gas I4 | Premium Unleaded V-6 |
EPA Class | |||
Large Cars | Midsize Cars | Mid-Size | Subcompact Cars |
Style Name | |||
4-Door Sedan Premium | 4-Door Sedan | 4-Door Sedan 2.0L Turbo RWD | 2-Door 3.8L Manual Base w/Black Seats |
Drivetrain | |||
Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
Passenger Capacity | |||
5 | 5 | 5 | 4 |
Passenger Doors | |||
N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Body Style | |||
Sedan | Sedan | 4 Door Sedan | Coupe |
Transmission | |||
Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic | Manual w/OD |
Detailed Spec Comparison | |||
2015 Kia K900 vs. 2015 Acura RLX | 2015 Kia K900 vs. 2015 Cadillac CTS | 2015 Kia K900 vs. 2015 Hyundai Genesis |