“Both my wife and I love the K900. It offers a very comfortable, quiet, smooth ride. Even at very high speed, you don't even realize how fast you are going. I have recommended the K900 to others. It is a very powerful car. My friends love the car. It also has a very sleek exterior design.”
2016 Kia K900: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The biggest change for the 2016 Kia K900 is a reorganized three-trim lineup: Premium V6, Luxury V6, and Luxury V8. It is a light update rather than a full redesign.
About the 2016 Kia K900
1st generation K900 (2015-2018 U.S.), second model year with a lineup reshuffle and light styling/tech update.
The K900 is Kia’s full-size rear-wheel-drive luxury sedan for shoppers who want a very quiet ride, a roomy back seat, and a long standard-equipment list without the usual luxury-brand badge. Kia presents it as an exceptionally refined sedan with strong V6 or V8 power, premium materials, and comfort-first tuning. Its main draw is giving big-sedan space and comfort in a less showy, more straightforward package than many German rivals.
The Premium V6 is the core model, pairing a 311-horsepower V6 and rear-wheel drive with leather seats, navigation, a panoramic sunroof, and parking cameras and sensors. Luxury V6 and Luxury V8 models emphasize a richer cabin with Nappa leather, real wood trim, a heated wood-and-leather steering wheel, and a 17-speaker Lexicon audio system; the V8 also brings stronger performance and extra technology.
What changed, by category
Powertrain
Kia reorganized the range around the Premium V6, Luxury V6, and Luxury V8. The Luxury line expanded beyond the V8 to include a V6 version.
Styling
The K900 received a revised front grille, new wheel designs, and updated rear styling with a new bumper, taillights, and exhaust finishers.
Tech
A 9.2-inch HD navigation screen, the Smart Shift & Drive driving-mode system, and the Smart Power Trunk became standard across the lineup.
2016 Kia K900 specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||
|---|---|---|
| Engine | V6, GDI, 3.8 Liter / V8, GDI, 5.0 Liter | V6, GDI, 3.8 Liter |
| Transmission | Auto, 8-Spd Sportmatic | Auto, 8-Spd Sportmatic |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 15–17 mpg | 17 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 23–26 mpg | 26 mpg |
| Horsepower | 311–420 hp | 311 hp |
| Torque | 293–376 lb-ft | 293 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 15.9 cu-ft | 15.9 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 38.2 in | 38.2 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | ||
| Blindspot Sensors | ||
| Lane Departure Warning | ||
| Park Assist | ||
| Rear View Camera | ||
| 360 Camera | ||
| Alloy Wheels | ||
| Fog Lights | ||
| HID Headlights | ||
| Panorama Moon Roof | ||
| LCD Instrument Cluster | ||
| Navigation System | ||
| Smartphone Interface | ||
| Subwoofer | ||
| Dual Power Rear Seats | ||
| Heated Front Seats | ||
| Heated Steering Wheel | ||
| Leather Seats | ||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | ||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||
| Reclining Rear Seats | ||
| Ventilated Front Seats | ||
| Ventilated Rear Seats | ||
Frequently asked questions
Was the 2016 Kia K900 fully redesigned?
No. The 2016 Kia K900 received a lineup reshuffle plus light styling and technology updates, but its body, platform, and chassis were not substantially redesigned.
What trims and engines did the 2016 Kia K900 have?
The 2016 Kia K900 lineup consisted of Premium V6, Luxury V6, and Luxury V8 models. The V6 produced 311 horsepower, while the V8 produced 420 horsepower; both used an eight-speed automatic transmission and rear-wheel drive.
What technology changed in the 2016 Kia K900?
The 2016 K900 gained a 9.2-inch HD navigation screen across the lineup. The Smart Shift & Drive driving-mode system and Smart Power Trunk also became standard on every trim.
How do the 2016 K900 Premium and Luxury trims differ?
The Premium V6 covers the main comfort features, including leather seats, navigation, a panoramic sunroof, and parking cameras and sensors. Luxury models add a richer cabin with Nappa leather, real wood trim, a heated wood-and-leather steering wheel, and a 17-speaker Lexicon audio system; the Luxury V8 also adds stronger performance and extra technology.
Is the 2016 Kia K900 meaningfully different from the 2015 model?
Yes, but the differences are moderate rather than transformative. The 2016 model has a reorganized V6-and-V8 trim structure, refreshed front and rear styling, a sharper navigation display, and more standard convenience technology, while the underlying vehicle remains largely the same.
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