KIA K900
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2015 KIA K900 LFA/LFR (KH)
KH / LFA, LFR / Available with two V8 petrol engines: a 3.8L V6 Lambda II GDI (market-specific) and a 5.0L Tau V8 GDI for most markets.
2016 KIA K900 Tau Lambda V8 GDI (G8DJ, 5.0L)/V6 Lambda II MPI (G6DA, 3.8L) (HI)
HI / Tau Lambda V8 GDI (G8DJ, 5.0L), V6 Lambda II MPI (G6DA, 3.8L) / Available with a 5.0L Tau V8 gasoline direct injection engine or a 3.8L V6 MPI gasoline engine depending on market. The 5.0L V8 was the primary engine for markets like the US and Korea. Power outputs vary slightly by market emissions tuning.
2017 KIA K900 Lambda II V6 GDI/Tau V8 (KH)
KH / Lambda II V6 GDI, Tau V8 / Two primary engines globally: a 3.8L V6 GDI (Lambda II) for most markets including USA and a higher-end 5.0L Tau V8 available mainly in South Korea and select markets.
2018 KIA K900 Lambda II V8 GDI (3.8L)/Tau V8 GDI (5.0L) (VH)
VH / Lambda II V8 GDI (3.8L), Tau V8 GDI (5.0L) / Two main engines were offered in 2018: a 3.8L Lambda II V8 GDI producing approximately 311 hp (231 kW), and a 5.0L Tau V8 GDI delivering about 420 hp (313 kW); engine availability varied by market, with the 5.0L more common in the US and Middle East and the 3.8L in other regions.
2019 KIA K900 LFA3-T/LFA3-V (HG2)
HG2 / LFA3-T, LFA3-V / Two primary engine options: 3.3L T-GDI V6 (LFA3-T) and 5.0L Tau V8 (LFA3-V). The 3.3L turbocharged V6 was mainly for the US and some global markets, while the 5.0L V8 was offered selectively in Korea, Middle East, and limited other markets.
Códigos de motor por año
| Año | Versión | Códigos de motor | Cilindrada | Sistema de combustible |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | technical-profile | LFA, LFR | 3.8L (3799 cc) and 5.0L (4951 cc) | Gasoline direct injection |
| 2016 | technical-profile | Tau Lambda V8 GDI (G8DJ, 5.0L), V6 Lambda II MPI (G6DA, 3.8L) | 5.0L V8 (4935cc), 3.8L V6 (3778cc) | Gasoline Direct Injection (5.0L V8), Multi-Point Injection (3.8L V6) |
| 2017 | technical-profile | Lambda II V6 GDI, Tau V8 | 3.8L and 5.0L | Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) |
| 2018 | technical-profile | Lambda II V8 GDI (3.8L), Tau V8 GDI (5.0L) | 3.8 L and 5.0 L V8 gasoline engines | Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) |
| 2019 | technical-profile | LFA3-T, LFA3-V | 3.3 L V6 twin-turbo; 5.0 L V8 naturally aspirated | Gasoline direct injection |
Capacidad de aceite por motor
| Año | Códigos de motor | Tipo de aceite | Capacidad de aceite | Fluido |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | LFA, LFR | SAE 5W-30 synthetic recommended | 6.3 L including filter (service fill with oil filter replacement) | Kia specific ATF SP-IV |
| 2016 | Tau Lambda V8 GDI (G8DJ, 5.0L), V6 Lambda II MPI (G6DA, 3.8L) | SAE 5W-30 synthetic engine oil | Approximately 7.5 liters total, including oil filter (service fill volume, filter change included) | Kia Genuine ATF SP-IV or equivalent |
| 2017 | Lambda II V6 GDI, Tau V8 | SAE 5W-30 or 5W-20 synthetic oil meeting API SN or higher | Approx. 6.7 liters (including filter) - service fill; oil filter replacement recommended with oil change | Kia-approved ATF (typically SP-IV or equivalent) |
| 2018 | Lambda II V8 GDI (3.8L), Tau V8 GDI (5.0L) | API SN or better, SAE 5W-30 or manufacturer recommended synthetic oil | Approx. 7.1 liters (7.5 US qt) including filter, service fill | Manufacturer-specified automatic transmission fluid, approx. 8.5 liters service fill |
| 2019 | LFA3-T, LFA3-V | SAE 5W-30 fully synthetic recommended | Approximately 6.7 L service fill including oil filter (varies by engine variant) | Kia-approved ATF (SP-IV or equivalent) |
Especificaciones técnicas
- Motores: LFA, LFR, Tau Lambda V8 GDI (G8DJ, 5.0L), V6 Lambda II MPI (G6DA, 3.8L), Lambda II V6 GDI, Tau V8, Lambda II V8 GDI (3.8L), Tau V8 GDI (5.0L), LFA3-T, LFA3-V
- Transmisiones: Not offered, 8-speed automatic (Torque converter), Kia specific ATF SP-IV, 8-speed automatic (ZF 8HP75 for V8, 8-speed A8LF1 for V6), Kia Genuine ATF SP-IV or equivalent, Not available, 8-speed automatic, Kia-approved ATF (typically SP-IV or equivalent)
- Medidas de neumáticos: 245/45R19 (standard), 245/45R19 (base), 245/40R20 (optional), 245/45R19, 245/40R20 depending on market and trim, 245/45R19 front and rear typical; market-dependent sizes available, 245/45R19 (front), 275/40R19 (rear) typical
- Patrón de pernos: Verify by exact trim and wheel package
- Torque de rueda: Verify by VIN and wheel package
- Batería: Verify by engine, market and equipment package
Fluidos y datos de servicio
- Aceite de motor: SAE 5W-30 synthetic recommended / SAE 5W-30 synthetic engine oil / SAE 5W-30 or 5W-20 synthetic oil meeting API SN or higher / API SN or better, SAE 5W-30 or manufacturer recommended synthetic oil
- Fluido de transmisión: Kia specific ATF SP-IV / Kia Genuine ATF SP-IV or equivalent / Kia-approved ATF (typically SP-IV or equivalent) / Manufacturer-specified automatic transmission fluid, approx. 8.5 liters service fill
- Refrigerante: 11.5 L / Approximately 11 liters / Approx. 11 liters / Approx. 13 liters (varies by market and engine)
- Líquido de frenos: DOT 4 / DOT 4 recommended
Problemas conocidos
- Early V8 models noted for occasional timing chain noise
- Turbo lag not applicable to NA V8 versions
- Early model electronic interface glitches
- Higher maintenance costs typical of full-size luxury V8 sedans
- Early V6 direct-injection related carbon build-up
- Some reports of air suspension issues on higher trims
- Typical V8 GDI carbon buildup issues over time
- High maintenance cost on complex electronics and features
- Some reports of early turbocharger wastegate rattles on 3.3L V6
- Higher maintenance cost due to luxury segment electronics