Kia K7: generations, engines, specs, performance, and dimensions

The Kia K7 is a Sedan represented here across two generations and three production phases, beginning in 2009. The first generation ran from 2009 to 2012, with a restyled phase from 2012 to 2015, and the second generation started in 2016. Across the catalogue data, the K7 has 19 listed versions.

The Kia K7 is a Sedan represented here across two generations and three production phases, beginning in 2009. The first generation ran from 2009 to 2012, with a restyled phase from 2012 to 2015, and the second generation started in 2016. Across the catalogue data, the K7 has 19 listed versions. Every version uses FWD, an Automatic gearbox, independent spring suspension at both ends, Ventilated disc front brakes, and Disc rear brakes. The engine range includes Gasoline, Diesel, Hybrid, and LPG options.

Kia K7 generations

First generation: 2009–2012

The first-generation Kia K7 is a Sedan produced from 2009 to 2012, with 8 listed versions. Its engine capacities extend from 2359 cc to 3470 cc, while outputs range from 165 hp to 294 hp. The range comprises Gasoline and LPG engines, all paired with a 6-speed Automatic gearbox and FWD.

The first-generation restyling ran from 2012 to 2015 and remains part of the first generation. It is also a Sedan and has 5 listed versions. This phase offers Gasoline, Hybrid, and LPG powertrains with capacities from 2359 cc to 3342 cc, outputs from 159 hp to 294 hp, a 6-speed Automatic gearbox, and FWD.

Second generation: from 2016

The second-generation Kia K7 is a Sedan that started production in 2016 and has 6 listed versions. Its lineup covers Diesel, Hybrid, Gasoline, and LPG engines. Capacities range from 2199 cc to 3342 cc, and outputs range from 159 hp to 290 hp. Depending on the version, the K7 uses a 6-speed or 8-speed Automatic gearbox; every listed version has FWD.

Kia K7 engine specs and horsepower

Versions with the same catalogue name are distinguished below by power and production phase.

Generation and yearsVersionPowerTorqueDisplacementFuelCylinders and layoutBoostGearboxDrive
First generation, 2009–20122.4 AT, 180 hp180 hp at 6000 rpm235 Nm at 4000 rpm2359 ccGasoline4, InlineNo6-speed AutomaticFWD
First generation, 2009–20122.4 AT, 201 hp201 hp at 6300 rpm255 Nm at 4250 rpm2359 ccGasoline4, InlineNo6-speed AutomaticFWD
First generation, 2009–20122.6 AT, 200 hp200 hp at 6000 rpm260 Nm at 4500 rpm2636 ccGasoline6, V-shapedNo6-speed AutomaticFWD
First generation, 2009–20123.0 AT, 270 hp270 hp at 6400 rpm316 Nm at 5300 rpm2999 ccGasoline6, V-shapedNo6-speed AutomaticFWD
First generation, 2009–20123.3 AT294 hp at 6400 rpm353 Nm at 5200 rpm3342 ccGasoline6, V-shapedNo6-speed AutomaticFWD
First generation, 2009–20123.5 AT290 hp at 6600 rpm345 Nm at 5000 rpm3470 ccGasoline6, V-shapedNo6-speed AutomaticFWD
First generation, 2009–20122.6 AT, 165 hp165 hp at 5200 rpm250 Nm at 4000 rpm2636 ccLPG6, V-shapedNo6-speed AutomaticFWD
First generation, 2009–20123.0 AT, 235 hp235 hp at 6000 rpm286 Nm at 4500 rpm2999 ccLPG6, V-shapedNo6-speed AutomaticFWD
First-generation restyling, 2012–20152.4 AT, 159 hp159 hp at 5500 rpm210 Nm at 4500 rpm2359 ccHybrid4, InlineNo6-speed AutomaticFWD
First-generation restyling, 2012–20152.4 AT, 201 hp201 hp at 6300 rpm255 Nm at 4250 rpm2359 ccGasoline4, InlineNo6-speed AutomaticFWD
First-generation restyling, 2012–20153.0 AT, 270 hp270 hp at 6400 rpm316 Nm at 5300 rpm2999 ccGasoline6, V-shapedNo6-speed AutomaticFWD
First-generation restyling, 2012–20153.3 AT294 hp at 6400 rpm353 Nm at 5200 rpm3342 ccGasoline6, V-shapedNo6-speed AutomaticFWD
First-generation restyling, 2012–20153.0 AT, 235 hp235 hp at 6000 rpm286 Nm at 4500 rpm2999 ccLPG6, V-shapedNo6-speed AutomaticFWD
Second generation, from 20162.2 AT202 hp at 3800 rpm450 Nm at 1750–2750 rpm2199 ccDiesel4, InlineTurbo8-speed AutomaticFWD
Second generation, from 20162.4 AT, 159 hp159 hp at 5500 rpm210 Nm at 4500 rpm2359 ccHybrid4, InlineNo6-speed AutomaticFWD
Second generation, from 20162.4 AT, 190 hp190 hp at 6000 rpm246 Nm at 4000 rpm2359 ccGasoline4, InlineNo6-speed AutomaticFWD
Second generation, from 20163.3 AT290 hp at 6400 rpm350 Nm at 5200 rpm3342 ccGasoline6, V-shapedNo8-speed AutomaticFWD
Second generation, from 20163.0 AT235 hp at 6000 rpm286 Nm at 4500 rpm2999 ccLPG6, V-shapedNo6-speed AutomaticFWD
Second generation, from 20163.0 GDi V6 AT266 hp at 6400 rpm307 Nm at 5300 rpm2999 ccGasoline6, V-shapedNo8-speed AutomaticFWD

All engines are mounted Front, transverse and have 4 valves per cylinder. The second-generation 2.2 AT is the only Turbo version in the data. The 2.4 AT Hybrid and Gasoline versions use Direct injection (direct), as does the 201–hp 2.4 AT from the first generation and its restyling. The other listed engines use Distributed injection (multi-point).

Kia K7 performance and mpg

Measured acceleration figures are available for only some versions. In the first generation, the 201-hp 2.4 AT reaches 100 km/h in 8.3 seconds, the 3.0 AT in 6.8 seconds, the 3.3 AT in 6.2 seconds, the 3.5 AT in 6.2 seconds, and the 235-hp LPG 3.0 AT in 7.8 seconds. Acceleration for the 180-hp 2.4 AT, 200-hp 2.6 AT, and 165-hp LPG 2.6 AT was not measured.

For the first-generation restyling, the 201-hp 2.4 AT reaches 100 km/h in 8.3 seconds, the 270-hp 3.0 AT in 6.8 seconds, the 3.3 AT in 6.5 seconds, and the LPG 3.0 AT in 7.8 seconds. Acceleration for the 159-hp Hybrid 2.4 AT was not measured.

In the second generation, the 3.3 AT reaches 100 km/h in 7.1 seconds. Acceleration for the 2.2 AT, both 2.4 AT versions, the 3.0 AT, and the 3.0 GDi V6 AT was not measured.

Top speed was not measured for any listed Kia K7 version. City fuel consumption, highway fuel consumption, and combined fuel consumption—or mpg equivalents—were not measured for any version. CO₂ output and emissions class were also not measured.

Kia K7 dimensions, weight, clearance, and tank capacity

Exterior length, width, height, and wheelbase were not measured in the supplied catalogue data for any Kia K7 generation or version. Kerb weight and gross weight were not measured for any version. Ground clearance, fuel-tank capacity, and wheel sizes were likewise not measured.

The chassis specification is consistent throughout the catalogue: every Kia K7 version has Independent, spring front suspension and Independent, spring rear suspension. Every version also has Ventilated disc front brakes and Disc rear brakes.

Kia K7 reliability, problems, and oil type

Reliability results, reported problems, service history, and oil type were not measured in the catalogue data. The supplied figures therefore cannot support a reliability ranking or an oil recommendation for any Kia K7 engine. Price, interior equipment, and cars for sale are also not measured here.

Which Kia K7 version to choose?

For the highest listed output, choose the first-generation or restyled first-generation 3.3 AT: each produces 294 hp and 353 Nm. That is 4 hp and 8 Nm more than the first-generation 3.5 AT, although both the first-generation 3.3 AT and 3.5 AT have the quickest measured acceleration in the catalogue at 6.2 seconds to 100 km/h.

For maximum torque, the second-generation 2.2 AT stands apart with 450 Nm, which is 97 Nm more than the 353 Nm delivered by the earlier 3.3 AT. It combines 202 hp with Diesel fuel, Turbo boost, and an 8-speed Automatic gearbox.

The second-generation 2.4 AT offers two distinct choices under the same version name. The 159-hp Hybrid produces 210 Nm, while the 190-hp Gasoline version produces 246 Nm. The Gasoline version therefore adds 31 hp and 36 Nm; both use a 6-speed Automatic gearbox and FWD.

Among LPG choices, the 165-hp 2.6 AT has 250 Nm, while the 235-hp 3.0 AT has 286 Nm. The 3.0 AT adds 70 hp and 36 Nm. Its measured 0–100 km/h time is 7.8 seconds in both first-generation production phases, while acceleration for the LPG 2.6 AT was not measured.

Buyers comparing gearboxes can narrow the second-generation range easily: the 2.2 AT, 3.3 AT, and 3.0 GDi V6 AT have an 8-speed Automatic, whereas both 2.4 AT versions and the 3.0 AT have a 6-speed Automatic. All listed choices remain FWD.