2017 Kia K900 Premium V6
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- Photo: Kia K 900 2 (32705857125) by Zytonits, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Kia K 900 1 (31893136243) by Zytonits, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2017 Kia K900 au SIAM 2017 by Bull-Doser, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2014 Canadian International AutoShow 0218 (12646536894) by Lord of the Wings© from Toronto, Canada, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: '15 Kia K900 Inside Carrefour Laval -- Rear by Bull-Doser, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2017 Kia K900 Premium V6 is a 311-hp V6 with an 8-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $49,900 MSRP and is rated at 20 mpg combined.
It makes 311 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 293 lb-ft of torque. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 17 mpg city and 25 mpg highway (20 mpg combined).
The K900 measures 200.6 inches long on a 119.9-inch wheelbase.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Sedan |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $49,900 |
| MSRP with Destination | $50,850 |
| Destination Charge | $950 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 3.8L V6, DOHC Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) |
| Horsepower | 311 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 293 lb-ft |
| Valvetrain | Double overhead camshaft Mechanical valve lash adjuster |
| Bore and Stroke | 96.0 x 87.0 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 |
| Injection Type | Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | RWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic |
| 3rd Gear | 1.61 |
| 4th Gear | 1.19 |
| 5th Gear | 1 |
| 6th Gear | 0.826 |
| 7th Gear | 0.643 |
| 8th Gear | 0.556 |
| Reverse | 2.273 |
| Final Drive | 3.909 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 17 MPG |
| Highway | 25 MPG |
| Combined | 20 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular Gasoline |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | Disc |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 7.5J x 18.0 |
| Wheels Rear | 7.5J x 18.0 |
| Tires Front | 245/50R18 |
| Tires Rear | 245/50R18 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 200.6 in |
| Width | 74.8 in |
| Height | 58.5 in |
| Wheelbase | 119.9 in |
| Cargo Volume | 15.9 ft³ |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 40.2 in |
| Headroom Rear | 37.6 in |
| Legroom Front | 45.9 in |
| Legroom Rear | 38.2 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 59.1 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 57.2 in |
| Hip Room Front | 55.9 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 55.7 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Tested, but no star ratings were published (2017 Kia K900 4 DR RWD).
Recalls
2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2017 Kia K900. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Sep 25, 2023 · SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE Park outside
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2010-2019 Borrego, 2014-2016 Cadenza, 2010-2013 Forte, Forte Koup, Sportage, 2015-2018 K900, 2011-2015 Optima, 2011-2013 Optima Hybrid, Soul, 2012-2017 Rio, 2011-2014 Sorento, and 2010-2011 Rondo vehicles. The Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) may experience an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
Consequence: An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the HECU fuse, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed November 14, 2023. Owner notification letters were mailed March 29, 2024 through June 18, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC284.
NHTSA campaign 23V652000
Feb 2, 2022 · SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE Park outside
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2016-2018 K900 and 2014-2016 Sportage vehicles. The Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) module could malfunction and cause an electrical short, which could result in an engine compartment fire.
Consequence: An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will install a new fuse for the HECU circuit board, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 22, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC227.
NHTSA campaign 22V051000
2 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2017 Kia K900
Owner Complaints
2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2017 Kia K900. See all on nhtsa.gov
| Parking Brake | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 1 |
| Structure | 1 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2017 KIA K900. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.