As a Genesis G90 owner I can tell you that the K900 looks to have pretty much all the gadgets and conveniences in my G90....which btw ...I absolutely love and will tell you it has been better experience than my previous BMW 750's.
I LOVE how Kia changed their emblem to resemble reddish carbon fiber on the K900 😎 gives it some exclusivity! The K900 itself is a game changer and I like it 💯
My 2019 K900 is a gem! Love how it rides…like you’re floating on air. The power is sneaky impressive as well. You wouldn’t expect the “get-up” in this vehicle. My best car so far.
@@RaitisRides sure if American success is unreliable and will break down at 80k miles And have all types of problems from head gaskets. Plus there's no Kia in the world not even the ones made in South Korea that will go 200 300 thousand miles without replacing the engine or the tranny. The American dream is a Toyota Camry! Those things go forever and don't break down!
@@awesomecatvideos4723 No kias can hit 200k plus. I've had two over 200k and another sitting over 100k. And when you sit on a kia Optima vs a camry there is no doubt the Optima beats it.
We currently have a 2016 Kia Optima SX 2.0L turbo. It's a great car...responsive, quiet, black panoramic roof, great value for the money. The K900 is a very strong consideration for our next Kia. Awesome review as usual. Discovering that if I want a good honest review of any vehicle...I go to Raiti's Rides first.
I’ve owned Mercedes and BMWs. NEVER again. Waaaay past being a badge snob. I’ve test driven the K900 and am impressed with fit and finishes. No manufacturer beats the Kia warranty 👍🏻. Will be going back tomorrow morning to my dealer to order it
I’m sold!! Hyundai/Genesis and KIA are giving all the other auto makers a run for their money. They are seriously moving forward and getting a name for themselves! Good for them. Let’s not forget the amazing warrantee.
This is gonna be my birthday present. I use to be like everyone else and want a Benz Audi or BMW. But I'm simply in love with Kia and Hyundai they've come along way.
Joe, this is exactly the kind of cars I like to see on your channel! I never would have thought to look at Kia as a luxury brand with solid performance to be honest but between this car and the stinger, I've realized they've upped their game! Loving the honesty and attention to detail as usual. I watch your videos daily so thank you for always uploading something new. Big guns McGee never disappoints either with the camera!
@@janetrohrbaugh6494 Toyota can't compete with their warranty. 10-year 100000 Powertrain and five years 60,000 for everything else. My neighbor just bought a Kia Telluride and he ordered it five months ago people are paying $5,000 over MSRP for that thing it's like the biggest hot cake of the Year Kia and Hyundai are on fire and everybody better take notice including Toyota.
It’s certainly a better alternative but a lot of people are Brand loyal. Only car enthusiasts will really know what’s good and what’s not. People will keep leasing or Purchasing the same brand until they have a horrible experience with it
HiPlains1 Toyota doesn’t have to compete. I’ve owned 7 Camry’s and wasted money on extended warranties because the car wouldn’t break down. I have to say thoughToyota stands behind their products. I had a 2009 Camry that blew some sort of tube to the oil something or other and I lost all my oil at 87,000 miles on the car. The engine was ruined. Toyota replaced the engine for free and gave me a rental car for a month while the car was being repaired. I now drive a 2019 Camry Hybrid that ‘I totally love. I don’t think ‘I could ever buy another car that wasn’t made by Toyota.
Kia is blowing the competition away with their designs...too bad people care about branding. Hopefully with these videos it will change their minds. Best bang for your buck. Thank you for the video!
Kia really has redesigned their entire brand these past couple years. I hope everyone’s view on the brand starts to open up and the cheap plastic stereotype goes away. Also great review! Really loved the interior, the wooden steering wheel is really unique and it looks great
Insane value proposition with this car. Perfect for the family that doesn't want a super large car but still wants practical space and performance. Gets even better if you're shopping pre-owned!
most off bmw and mercedes customers do not know what they are loosing when they disregard this Kia 900. so smooth and silent. i was S class user and i will buy one K9 when they sell in Europe. fantastic car. thanks for nice review as well.
Want to know what my favorite part of this car is? The resale value or lack of it. First of all it should be mentioned that this car is an extremely poor seller. People don’t want to spend $50K+ on a KIA. But with that said you can find these 3 years old for $25K max with low miles! Now that’s a great deal. Great review. I love this car. Joe you are riding the wave. Keep killing it!
Wow you’re right. I’m looking at a slightly used 2019 k900 with 15k miles and it’s already $20k less than the new price. There’s a dealership here in Austin Texas asking $43k for it. In a few months to a year it will probably be the low $20k range. Crazy.
dude RAITI! you're killing it! also KIA is stepping it up! also can you look at the 2020 KIA FORTE GT in snow pearl white with the GT2 package! thank you!!! also do a test drive of it if you can
Im pretty sure the Headlight DRL influenced the Genesis dual headlight design. Dual headlight elemets is a clear evolution from the k900 headlight design.
I had the opportunity to get inside this vehicle at a Kia dealer and man I was impressed. Too bad I couldn't afford it but it is really a very nice car.
I love the K900, and the Genesis G90 too. If there is one word that describes these ultra luxurious sedans, it is definitely value. Even preowned, the K900 and Hyundai Equus are top notch and bonafide bargains in their own right.
Great review! Kia & Hyundai have definitely stepped up their game. I am a big sucker for the direct tire pressure readouts in the screen, it saves you alot of time/headaches. I think being able to see it on the screen is one of the most underrated safety/luxury features and i hope more automakers jump on this.Thank you Kia.
I drive a Kia Cadenza which I love. I do like the fact that Kia replaced the 8 cylinder engine with a twin turbo 6 in the K900. I wouldn't buy one because of the 8 cylinders but I'd do a TT6..... Beautiful car....!!!
Kia is a great, great car company. The Telluride is such a sparkling, unique success as are all kias. For $65k they did an excellent job. Kia and Hyundai is on a roll. I wish I owned this wonderful vehicle for my grueling daily commute to and from work. I could relax and let the world go by. Does it have messaging seats?
The lesson is what happened to the Equus. It no longer exists and Hyundai went the whole route to a separate luxury brand. KIA isn't going to do that. The K900 isn't meant to be a big seller for KIA. It exists in the US primarily to be a draw into KIA showrooms and to enhance the prestige of the brand for those who purchase mainstream KIA products.
Im very impressed with this K900. The updated looks really work. The 0-60 and quarter mile times are nearly as fast as my Genesis 5.0, which is 700lb lighter. Carmax already has a 2019 K900 for sale, at $40k with only 15k miles. Such a bargain!
Been waiting for this one! If I had the money, I would buy one tomorrow after riding in one. Thanks for continuing to feature sedans... If I never see another CUV/SUV/crossover, I'd be a happy camper. :-)
Big Props , You always give a great detailed of the car . The pace of your speech of the car is good as well. Man I wish I can own one someday. Beautiful inside out. Kia knows what the consumers want.👍
@@RaitisRides either 1st Gen or 2nd Gen, you really don’t lose on a K900. European-level comfort with Korean reliability and that awesome Kia warranty.
Always like the k900's..this has a decent amount of power for its size. I feel like it needs different rims, panoramic sunroof and last but not least some TVs in the headrest
Panoramic sunroof and massaging seats should be a package option or something. For a large car such as this, lack of panaromic sunroof is almost a deal breaker (too dark in the car otherwise, IMO). That said, very interesting car for the price.
@@Obloms at least they added the ambient lighting for the night time that you can customize. One of the things that wasn't brought up in this video if I'm not mistaken, but yes panoramic should come standard especially at this price point
it really shows Biermann went from BMW to KIA...this 0-60 time is ridiculous for this engine/weight ratio.. actualy super-impressed with this KIA- inside and out. shame, they don`t sell them here in germany.
Great review Joe! Glad you liked the K9. It's on my short list of cars next spring. It still comes with the V8 option in Korea. This car feels more expensive than it is!
People say that about my Stinger GT2 every day...”that’s a KIA.” Five guys who were together approached me and asked what it is and kept saying how great the car looks. It’s drives even better. KIA is not the brand many remember from the 90’s and early 2000’s.
I have nothing bad to say about anything Kia has made in the last few years. I honestly feel they are killing it harder than most brands. They have cars for everybody in their fleet for great prices without cutting quality corners.
Nice luxury cruiser. The AWD emblem probably can be removed easily with heat and dental floss. Then stick it in a place more suited. As always Joe great review of the car!
My 018 Genesis G90 Ultimate 5.0 went from sticker of $72K to depreciated value of $42K in 1 yr. Disappointing but not out of the norm for high end luxury vehicles. Wonder if the K900 will be even worse?
You're right about the AWD badge Joe. Looks terrible there. It's just floating in the middle of nowhere. Otherwise the car's great. KIA is really stepping up their game. Great review Joe.
A great review Joe. But here is why the K900 isn't selling~~~People spending this much for a car want something they can be proud of. Yes, it has everything you could want but it doesn't have snob appeal. Nobody wants to say to the valet parker, "Mine's the Kia".
I didn't see your usual backup camera look/options (?), did you not do that for some reason here? gorgeous car, but I wonder if it had the V4 it'd have much better MPG. of course if you're spending $65K, 18/25 is the least of your concerns...
What a super fantastic car, and great review as always, no plastic button except I guess somewhere in the back seat adjustments. What is the price advantage versus the German luxury cars with similar spec?
Beautiful vehicle but who’s going to pay over $60k for a vehicle with Kia written all over it. Even Hyundai knows enough to come up with a fancy ‘H’ to represent their brand. Kia has some beautiful vehicles. They should come up with a nice symbol to represent the Kia brand. Great 👍 video
Kia K900 vs Genesis G90......Kia Telluride vs Hyundai Palisade? ....Which one would you own in each catagory? If it was me, I would go with the Kia 900, but would also own the Hyundai Palisade as well; within the same garage! Is that crazy? : )
The K900 is trimmed well, but maybe a bit underpowered. Not sure I could drop that much on a Kia. Just the stigma with it. I know that's a bad excuse. Maybe if the car had a real name instead of K900??? It sounds like a top secret project name. The Kia badge needs to be eliminated, blacked out or downsized. And nix the AWD badge altogether. No way I buy it new, but used...perhaps. Keep up the good coverage Joe!
Awesome very very in depth review Joe. I personally am not a big luxury car guy but this jives u know. Personally I would get the 2019 Kia Stinger GT2 in my case. Would love to see a 2019 Kia Optima SX Turbo 1 day. Thanks Joe. Keep up the great work and reviews.
Nice car, but I'm indifferent to the new badge because the first thing I would do if I bought this car would be to debadge it! When I bought my Hyundai that's the first thing I did.
This car is AMAZING 😍 easy competition with Audi, BMW, and Mercedes. I like the warranty they give you. But......Joe, at the end of the day it's just a Kia. Personally, I'd be pleased with a Lexus LS or something, but that's just me. The review was awesome👌🔥
my only two issues with this car.... 1. they definitely should of included at-least a panoramic sun roof. 2. why is the rear sunshade automatic but the passenger windows are not?
@@RaitisRides I don't care about a luxury car winning drag races, I want no turbo lag and no turbo reliability issues or the oil consumption to keep them healthy. This is a luxury car, not a sports car. These days people forget that they are supposed to be two different vehicles
Andrew....I think that's why they kept the price of this car down. They're offering an alternative to a well equipped mid size German or a base full sized German. Not going after the top end cars like VW tried ( and failed).
@@Andrew-zv4fm Honestly, I don't think so. That's why left out things like massaging seats and didn't offer a stretched model like the Germans. And those cars are 150K plus. This Kia is 64K. Very smart of them, imo.
@@canadabear72 John Holst actually it is and that is the point of this car. This car is supposed to compete with cars like the 7 series, S-Class and A8 for 5 series, E-Class and A6 money. The cars I mentioned before all offer 6 cylinder engines and are around $89k-$90k and some of the items you talked about are options.
@@Andrew-zv4fm That's right. Things like a V8 and massaging seats are all options on the German cars. Which, imo, is why Kia didn't offer those things. The K9 is actually great competition for those base models because it offers more luxury, performance and safety while still being more reliable and at least 30K cheaper. If you want to go further upscale, then the Kia still shines because of the value it offers. Either way, it's a great car.
As a Genesis G90 owner I can tell you that the K900 looks to have pretty much all the gadgets and conveniences in my G90....which btw ...I absolutely love and will tell you it has been better experience than my previous BMW 750's.
No question G90 blows the germans away
Too bad the rear passenger doors dont have the power sunshades. Only manual
@@bti-ro2vh - shouldn't be a deal killer --Kia should sell it as an exercise benefit for old people in the backseat ;-)
@@brooklynknightss You still won't find a single G90 in Germany, lol
@@SuperGeronimo999 that's because they want to keep the mechanics working
I LOVE how Kia changed their emblem to resemble reddish carbon fiber on the K900 😎 gives it some exclusivity! The K900 itself is a game changer and I like it 💯
AGREED!
My 2019 K900 is a gem! Love how it rides…like you’re floating on air. The power is sneaky impressive as well. You wouldn’t expect the “get-up” in this vehicle. My best car so far.
I'm in the process of getting one. How is it treating you so far?
Kia emblem is symbol of success. Kia should use it with pride.
ARkong DRkong it’s really the American Dream story!
@@RaitisRides sure if American success is unreliable and will break down at 80k miles And have all types of problems from head gaskets. Plus there's no Kia in the world not even the ones made in South Korea that will go 200 300 thousand miles without replacing the engine or the tranny. The American dream is a Toyota Camry! Those things go forever and don't break down!
@@awesomecatvideos4723 No kias can hit 200k plus. I've had two over 200k and another sitting over 100k. And when you sit on a kia Optima vs a camry there is no doubt the Optima beats it.
We currently have a 2016 Kia Optima SX 2.0L turbo. It's a great car...responsive, quiet, black panoramic roof, great value for the money. The K900 is a very strong consideration for our next Kia. Awesome review as usual. Discovering that if I want a good honest review of any vehicle...I go to Raiti's Rides first.
I’ve owned Mercedes and BMWs. NEVER again. Waaaay past being a badge snob. I’ve test driven the K900 and am impressed with fit and finishes. No manufacturer beats the Kia warranty 👍🏻. Will be going back tomorrow morning to my dealer to order it
That is totally great input Rob! Thanks for sharing!
I’m sold!! Hyundai/Genesis and KIA are giving all the other auto makers a run for their money. They are seriously moving forward and getting a name for themselves! Good for them. Let’s not forget the amazing warrantee.
K900 best bang for your buck luxury sedan!👍
I totally agree with you!
This is gonna be my birthday present. I use to be like everyone else and want a Benz Audi or BMW. But I'm simply in love with Kia and Hyundai they've come along way.
Happy Birthday! You will love it!
Joe, this is exactly the kind of cars I like to see on your channel! I never would have thought to look at Kia as a luxury brand with solid performance to be honest but between this car and the stinger, I've realized they've upped their game! Loving the honesty and attention to detail as usual. I watch your videos daily so thank you for always uploading something new. Big guns McGee never disappoints either with the camera!
No one will understand the true power of cars but car enthusiasts that’s why we need to stick together and don’t let those car haters ruin our day
So very true Daniel! I am right there with you!
The most actively car reviewer on youtube...you the MAN !!
Thanks for saying that! I really appreciate you being here!
Raiti, you pump out so many videos dude! Thanks
James Smith III I love cars so much! Thanks for letting me share my passion with you!
My first Kia sedan!! Awesome review Joe.
Koreans are nailing it. 2020 car industry will be shaked. People would go for value not badges.
shane blue sky AGREED
I go for reliability and longevity. Toyota all the way.
@@janetrohrbaugh6494 Toyota can't compete with their warranty. 10-year 100000 Powertrain and five years 60,000 for everything else. My neighbor just bought a Kia Telluride and he ordered it five months ago people are paying $5,000 over MSRP for that thing it's like the biggest hot cake of the Year Kia and Hyundai are on fire and everybody better take notice including Toyota.
It’s certainly a better alternative but a lot of people are Brand loyal. Only car enthusiasts will really know what’s good and what’s not. People will keep leasing or Purchasing the same brand until they have a horrible experience with it
HiPlains1 Toyota doesn’t have to compete. I’ve owned 7 Camry’s and wasted money on extended warranties because the car wouldn’t break down. I have to say thoughToyota stands behind their products. I had a 2009 Camry that blew some sort of tube to the oil something or other and I lost all my oil at 87,000 miles on the car. The engine was ruined. Toyota replaced the engine for free and gave me a rental car for a month while the car was being repaired. I now drive a 2019 Camry Hybrid that ‘I totally love. I don’t think ‘I could ever buy another car that wasn’t made by Toyota.
Kia is blowing the competition away with their designs...too bad people care about branding. Hopefully with these videos it will change their minds. Best bang for your buck. Thank you for the video!
You are so very right!
Kia really has redesigned their entire brand these past couple years. I hope everyone’s view on the brand starts to open up and the cheap plastic stereotype goes away.
Also great review! Really loved the interior, the wooden steering wheel is really unique and it looks great
Insane value proposition with this car. Perfect for the family that doesn't want a super large car but still wants practical space and performance. Gets even better if you're shopping pre-owned!
You hit the nail on the head every time!
Seemingly a luxury sedan bargain, for non brand snob Nice inside & out with awesome warranty
You hit every nail on the head!
most off bmw and mercedes customers do not know what they are loosing when they disregard this Kia 900.
so smooth and silent.
i was S class user and i will buy one K9 when they sell in Europe.
fantastic car.
thanks for nice review as well.
Yessss Joe! I’ve been waiting for this review ever since you reviewed the Genesis G90!! Thank you!! 🙌🏼
Want to know what my favorite part of this car is? The resale value or lack of it. First of all it should be mentioned that this car is an extremely poor seller. People don’t want to spend $50K+ on a KIA. But with that said you can find these 3 years old for $25K max with low miles! Now that’s a great deal. Great review. I love this car. Joe you are riding the wave. Keep killing it!
Thanks for your great points Philip! I really appreciate you saying that my friend! You have been here since the start!
Wow you’re right. I’m looking at a slightly used 2019 k900 with 15k miles and it’s already $20k less than the new price. There’s a dealership here in Austin Texas asking $43k for it. In a few months to a year it will probably be the low $20k range. Crazy.
dude RAITI! you're killing it! also KIA is stepping it up! also can you look at the 2020 KIA FORTE GT in snow pearl white with the GT2 package! thank you!!! also do a test drive of it if you can
Thanks for saying that! I am going to get that Kia Forte together for you!
Raiti's Rides with your videos you’ve opened up my eyes to KIA brand! :) thank you so much!
Kuya Arbee I’m so glad to do that for you!
And the Forte5 GT!
Oh also make sure to capture that exhaust sound! Thank you! 😊😊😊🙏🙏🙏
Fantastic car Joe. I’m looking at buying a 2020 K900. Hard to find, but I did finally find one to test drive and it was fantastic! Great review!
Im pretty sure the Headlight DRL influenced the Genesis dual headlight design. Dual headlight elemets is a clear evolution from the k900 headlight design.
I had the opportunity to get inside this vehicle at a Kia dealer and man I was impressed. Too bad I couldn't afford it but it is really a very nice car.
I totally agree with you!
I love the K900, and the Genesis G90 too. If there is one word that describes these ultra luxurious sedans, it is definitely value. Even preowned, the K900 and Hyundai Equus are top notch and bonafide bargains in their own right.
You are so very right Wayne!
Great review! Kia & Hyundai have definitely stepped up their game. I am a big sucker for the direct tire pressure readouts in the screen, it saves you alot of time/headaches. I think being able to see it on the screen is one of the most underrated safety/luxury features and i hope more automakers jump on this.Thank you Kia.
I drive a Kia Cadenza which I love. I do like the fact that Kia replaced the 8 cylinder engine with a twin turbo 6 in the K900. I wouldn't buy one because of the 8 cylinders but I'd do a TT6..... Beautiful car....!!!
Kia is a great, great car company. The Telluride is such a sparkling, unique success as are all kias. For $65k they did an excellent job. Kia and Hyundai is on a roll. I wish I owned this wonderful vehicle for my grueling daily commute to and from work. I could relax and let the world go by. Does it have messaging seats?
That is the one thing it does not have! :-(
Remember to eat and rest! I see you pumping out the videos, we don’t want you burning out. Great review 👌
Thank you sir for saying that! I really appreciate your support and care!
I wish they went with the hyundai equuis route, where they get a unique badge and hood ornament. Otherwise 10/10
The lesson is what happened to the Equus. It no longer exists and Hyundai went the whole route to a separate luxury brand. KIA isn't going to do that. The K900 isn't meant to be a big seller for KIA. It exists in the US primarily to be a draw into KIA showrooms and to enhance the prestige of the brand for those who purchase mainstream KIA products.
Im very impressed with this K900. The updated looks really work. The 0-60 and quarter mile times are nearly as fast as my Genesis 5.0, which is 700lb lighter. Carmax already has a 2019 K900 for sale, at $40k with only 15k miles. Such a bargain!
A reliable mercedes benz
I like the way you put that!
Raiti's Rides Please review the new 2020 land cruiser!
RandomKDMFanboi I will try to get it together.
Man kia is on fire....the teruride,stinger now the k900 men these are bringing up competition on market
You are so very right!
Been waiting for this one! If I had the money, I would buy one tomorrow after riding in one. Thanks for continuing to feature sedans...
If I never see another CUV/SUV/crossover, I'd be a happy camper. :-)
AAAAAAAA-MEN!
This car is beautiful. I’ve watched all luxury BMWs Mercedes and Audi and this beats them all!!!
Thanks for letting me share this one with you Alex!
You don't know how good it is until you drive it. It's REALLY nice.
But not Lexus.
@@SuperGeronimo999 Sadly, the LS is so expensive now, it's not the value it once was.
No but it beat Acura and Infiniti Germans still light years ahead
Big Props , You always give a great detailed of the car . The pace of your speech of the car is good as well. Man I wish I can own one someday. Beautiful inside out. Kia knows what the consumers want.👍
Now that the K900 is no more in America, it’s definitely going to be a desired vehicle on the used market.
I totally agree with you Hector!
@@RaitisRides either 1st Gen or 2nd Gen, you really don’t lose on a K900. European-level comfort with Korean reliability and that awesome Kia warranty.
This Kia looks to be outstanding! I want to test drive one of these out. This was a very good review, thanks.
Thanks for letting me share it with you!
Always like the k900's..this has a decent amount of power for its size. I feel like it needs different rims, panoramic sunroof and last but not least some TVs in the headrest
Very well put!
Panoramic sunroof and massaging seats should be a package option or something. For a large car such as this, lack of panaromic sunroof is almost a deal breaker (too dark in the car otherwise, IMO). That said, very interesting car for the price.
@@Obloms at least they added the ambient lighting for the night time that you can customize. One of the things that wasn't brought up in this video if I'm not mistaken, but yes panoramic should come standard especially at this price point
Raiti as usual killing it... bringing early reviews. Awesome man. Please do a comparison video for Santa Fe and CRV
it really shows Biermann went from BMW to KIA...this 0-60 time is ridiculous for this engine/weight ratio..
actualy super-impressed with this KIA- inside and out.
shame, they don`t sell them here in germany.
I agree Joe the placement of the AWD badge could be lower. However, please no hockey stick BMW already does that.
its crazy because i was just having a conversation with my brother about the k900 then i turn on youtube in hear this video come lol
I am awesome I could be there with this one!
Same thing lol
Raiti, I am a salesman for Kia. The “newly styled Kia badge” is actually a badge designed exclusively for the K900 :)
The ST Explorer thanks for that info.
Raiti's Rides my pleasure, love your reviews. And your opinion on Kia ;)
@@thestexplorer8949 Thanks man! They are really great!
not a fan of the kia badging
But your profile name is a ford product lol
Great review Joe! Glad you liked the K9. It's on my short list of cars next spring. It still comes with the V8 option in Korea. This car feels more expensive than it is!
Thanks John! I really enjoyed this one!
People say that about my Stinger GT2 every day...”that’s a KIA.” Five guys who were together approached me and asked what it is and kept saying how great the car looks. It’s drives even better. KIA is not the brand many remember from the 90’s and early 2000’s.
this is such a good car
Zak Forte AGREED
I have nothing bad to say about anything Kia has made in the last few years. I honestly feel they are killing it harder than most brands. They have cars for everybody in their fleet for great prices without cutting quality corners.
The gauge cluster is one of the coolest out right now, if they put that gauge cluster in the new 3.3t g70 I’ll be sold
I totally agree!
Dreplays....Actually the G70 has a different design for their digital cockpit. It's kinda similar to the BMW except that it's a 3D display.
I love your attention to detail!
Thanks Steven that really means a lot!
@@RaitisRides You're welcome!
Quality and design is better than German flagship sedans
Basically a poor mans G90 , which is great. (the G90 is amazing but it has gotten way too expensive)
The best K900 description yet.....
Nice looking car but I’m with you on the AWD badge. It would look better on the rear opposite the K900 badge. Nice work Joe! 👍🏻👍🏻🇺🇸
Great minds think a like!
I had my G90 "debadged" leaving only the 5.0 and Genesis badge. Looks very clean.
That car is super clean! Agreed don't like the awd badge. But otherwise the car is money
Zachery thanks for letting me share it with you!
Nice luxury cruiser. The AWD emblem probably can be removed easily with heat and dental floss. Then stick it in a place more suited. As always Joe great review of the car!
Will depreciation like a rock. Friend just picked up a brand new Genesis equivalent MSRP 70k, out the door, $42k.
Nicely done!
My 018 Genesis G90 Ultimate 5.0 went from sticker of $72K to depreciated value of $42K in 1 yr. Disappointing but not out of the norm for high end luxury vehicles. Wonder if the K900 will be even worse?
Great content man
Waiting for the new 2020 G90 review now
You got it Andre!
You're right about the AWD badge Joe. Looks terrible there. It's just floating in the middle of nowhere. Otherwise the car's great. KIA is really stepping up their game. Great review Joe.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts on this one! Great minds think a like!
I'm ok with the side brushed metal strip where it is. They do need to move the AWD badge down to just above said strip. It is in an awkward location.
i was only 18 when this came out, i wish I bought this car
A great review Joe. But here is why the K900 isn't selling~~~People spending this much for a car want something they can be proud of. Yes, it has everything you could want but it doesn't have snob appeal. Nobody wants to say to the valet parker, "Mine's the Kia".
I understand you don't fully agree with joe. But how do you dislike this quality coverage
That is so awesome of you to say!
Thanks for another good review.
Lynda Hammel I really appreciate that!
Great video again Joe! How does this compare to the Genesis G90 and which would you go for if you had to choose amongst them?
Almost there. The road to perfection!
AGREED
KIA is just coming in to India. I love there cars. Good to see that K900 is so nice.
I love this car, but if that display could hide away in the dash, that would be awesome. Just little details like that.
I didn't see your usual backup camera look/options (?), did you not do that for some reason here? gorgeous car, but I wonder if it had the V4 it'd have much better MPG. of course if you're spending $65K, 18/25 is the least of your concerns...
Only thing I don't like is there chrome around the taillights and the wood behind the seats
Rati is daaaa man 👍👍
Thanks David!
Great job keep it coming
Thanks Michael you got it!
I really enjoyed your presentation...... and you didn’t use the word “ZONK” even once......very mature.
I am so glad that you liked this one!
What a super fantastic car, and great review as always, no plastic button except I guess somewhere in the back seat adjustments. What is the price advantage versus the German luxury cars with similar spec?
Thanks for the compliments and letting me share this one with you!
This still good used first Kia sedan I can buy.
Beautiful vehicle but who’s going to pay over $60k for a vehicle with Kia written all over it. Even Hyundai knows enough to come up with a fancy ‘H’ to represent their brand. Kia has some beautiful vehicles. They should come up with a nice symbol to represent the Kia brand.
Great 👍 video
They really don't sell many of these. It's a damn shame though, because it is a great car.
6:22 vacuum style 😂 lmao!
I am so glad that I could share the laughs with you!
Kia K900 vs Genesis G90......Kia Telluride vs Hyundai Palisade? ....Which one would you own in each catagory? If it was me, I would go with the Kia 900, but would also own the Hyundai Palisade as well; within the same garage! Is that crazy? : )
The K900 is trimmed well, but maybe a bit underpowered. Not sure I could drop that much on a Kia. Just the stigma with it. I know that's a bad excuse. Maybe if the car had a real name instead of K900??? It sounds like a top secret project name. The Kia badge needs to be eliminated, blacked out or downsized. And nix the AWD badge altogether. No way I buy it new, but used...perhaps. Keep up the good coverage Joe!
Awesome very very in depth review Joe. I personally am not a big luxury car guy but this jives u know. Personally I would get the 2019 Kia Stinger GT2 in my case. Would love to see a 2019 Kia Optima SX Turbo 1 day. Thanks Joe. Keep up the great work and reviews.
I am right there with you!
@@RaitisRides I know u r Joe, I'm on your side as well, thanks man for your support.
The rear interior is so Genesis but still a great car good job KIA
Nice car, but I'm indifferent to the new badge because the first thing I would do if I bought this car would be to debadge it! When I bought my Hyundai that's the first thing I did.
This car is AMAZING 😍 easy competition with Audi, BMW, and Mercedes. I like the warranty they give you. But......Joe, at the end of the day it's just a Kia. Personally, I'd be pleased with a Lexus LS or something, but that's just me. The review was awesome👌🔥
That is the big hurdle, but they are not giving up.
No cup holder in this back seats
love the upload
I am so glad that I could share this one with you!
Can you say which color this best for this model car....
Love the review not being bias about it but 65k hnmm I don’t know Kia
My zonk on this car is the bland rear end, especially the tail lights that remind you of the old Lexus GS.
Thanks for sharing your input and perspective! I really appreciate you watching!
my only two issues with this car....
1. they definitely should of included at-least a panoramic sun roof.
2. why is the rear sunshade automatic but the passenger windows are not?
Hey Joe, do you notice when you put into Sport mode the bolster is tighter?
I hope after this review you can talk to some people and get your hands on the new Genesis G90 to compare quality difference and price
This is on the g80 chassis, not the 90. You can't see it especially in the design of the rear doors and triangle window. That is straight off the 80
Except for the new Soul, KIA has beautiful cars.
AGREED!
Toyota’s are better looking
super great content Joe love it keep up the great work and god bless brother great job, PS didn't get anything
I wonder what happened?
I sent you 2 email s
which has smoother ride, this one or the G90?
Kinda reminds me of the Mercedes Maybeach idk why , the front end does.
The loss of the V8 is a nogo for me. Until EV's get common enough to where charging isnt an issue, I won't buy a car without a V8
The V6 twin-turbo is actually faster than the V8.
@@RaitisRides I don't care about a luxury car winning drag races, I want no turbo lag and no turbo reliability issues or the oil consumption to keep them healthy. This is a luxury car, not a sports car. These days people forget that they are supposed to be two different vehicles
@@james2042 We still get the V8 for this in Korea. Does any car in this class have a NA V8 these days? I don't think so.
@@canadabear72 they G90 does lmao. Most cars in the class actually have turbo V8's, but thats a whole other story.
@@james2042 Exactly! Lexus used to offer the V8, but they caved in too. I think you're right. Only the G90 has the NA V8.
Seems like a lot of things to go wrong. Didn't the first K900 have all kinds of problems?
I hope KIA learned the lesson from VW and doesn't make the same mistake that VW made with the Pheaton.
Andrew....I think that's why they kept the price of this car down. They're offering an alternative to a well equipped mid size German or a base full sized German. Not going after the top end cars like VW tried ( and failed).
@@canadabear72 I would say they are going after the top end German cars.
@@Andrew-zv4fm Honestly, I don't think so. That's why left out things like massaging seats and didn't offer a stretched model like the Germans. And those cars are 150K plus. This Kia is 64K. Very smart of them, imo.
@@canadabear72 John Holst actually it is and that is the point of this car. This car is supposed to compete with cars like the 7 series, S-Class and A8 for 5 series, E-Class and A6 money.
The cars I mentioned before all offer 6 cylinder engines and are around $89k-$90k and some of the items you talked about are options.
@@Andrew-zv4fm That's right. Things like a V8 and massaging seats are all options on the German cars. Which, imo, is why Kia didn't offer those things. The K9 is actually great competition for those base models because it offers more luxury, performance and safety while still being more reliable and at least 30K cheaper. If you want to go further upscale, then the Kia still shines because of the value it offers. Either way, it's a great car.