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"K9 is our first rear-wheel drive large sedan for more than adecade and sets new standards for advanced design, new technologiesand driving performance, representing the ‘best of thebest' of Kia," comments Soon-Nam Lee, Kia'sDirector of Overseas Marketing Group. "Demonstrating once again our brand's power tosurprise, K9 will entice an entirely new customer group ofprogressive, forward-looking consumers to Kia for the firsttime," adds Lee. Designing for a rear-wheel drive platform has provided Kia with anopportunity for proportions that define luxury. As a large rear-wheel drive vehicle, K9 boasts a long wheelbasewhich gives a generous first impression. As the engine sits furtherback, the A-pillar is also pushed back to create a longer hood andan impressive short front overhang.

Consequently, the distancebetween the centre of the wheel and the A-pillar, the so called"prestige distance", is increased. Thanks to the long prestige distance and high shoulder line, theglass house sits far back and the sheet metal-to-glass ratio issignificantly increased. The pushed-back position and the smallsize of the glass house give occupants a feeling of privacy anddignity, while the nice distinctive window graphics accentuated bya chrome inlay give the car a premium feel. "K9 is all about elegant simplicity, balanced proportions andsimple surfaces," says Kia's Chief Design Officer,Peter Schreyer.

"The class-leading long wheelbase, theprestige distance, large wheels, sharply upright short overhangsand a long sweeping shoulder line all work together in a harmony togive K9 a sporty, athletic proportion and a confident stancequintessential to a premium large rear-wheel drive vehicle." "While embodying a new generation of Kia design, K9 is aclear signal of our intention and determination to competehead-to-head with the European luxury brands. And for Kia, ourcustomers, and for me – this car is like a dream cometrue," concludes Schreyer. With a 5,090 mm overall length and 3,045 mm wheelbase, K9 offersgenerous front and rear occupant space. Overall width and heightare 1,900 mm and 1,490 mm, respectively, which creates a spaciouscabin environment, while efficient aerodynamics and close attentionto exterior detailing result in a highly competitive Cd of 0.27. V6 power and eight-speed transmission Initially, K9 will be available in overseas markets powered by anupgraded 213kW Lambda V6 3.8-litre MPI engine, with a 245kW 3.8 GDIengine joining the global engine line-up next year.

For fitment to K9, Kia's engineers boosted the LambdaV6's power output, raised its efficiency and enhanced itsrefinement – making it well-suited to power the new flagshipmodel. The normally aspirated twin DOHC 3.8-litre engines areequipped with dual continuously variable valve timing (CVVT) and avariable intake system (VIS). Every K9 comes with Kia's all-new eight-speed automatictransmission. The wide spread of gear ratios guarantees briskacceleration and high-speed refinement, while shift-by-wire (SBW)technology with a joystick control delivers fast, smooth gearchanges.

Rear-wheel drive characteristics "With K9 we have achieved a near-perfect front/rear weightdistribution, which has created a strong foundation for excellentbalance and steering response, and a sophisticated blend of rideand handling qualities," comments Chang-Ky Kang, Senior VicePresident of Namyang R&D Chassis Technology Centre. Together with the ultra-stiff bodyshell made with 74.3 percenthigh-strength steel, K9's electronically controlled airsuspension with five-link front and rear suspension geometry hasgiven the new flagship first-class ride and handlingcharacteristics. Four driving modes (Eco, Normal, Sport and Snow) enable the driverto choose a preferred set-up of suspension, steering, engine andtransmission ideal for various road conditions or driving styles. "K9's excellent balance delivers a host of driverbenefits – improved traction, greater road holding, enhancedbraking stability, and enhanced turn-in.

Adopting rear-wheel drivealso enabled us to create a purity of steering response andfeel," concludes Kang. Advanced new features When it goes on sale in overseas markets, K9 will premiere a rangeof advanced luxury features and technologies that are second tonone. Depending on model, available active safety features willinclude fully adaptive all-LED headlamps, Lane Departure WarningSystem (LDWS), radar-based Blind-Spot Detection (BSD) and anAround-View Monitor (AVM) with four cameras. Premium comfort features include a 12.3-inch full size Thin FilmTransistor (TFT) LCD cluster, a HUD (head-up display), twin9.2-inch monitors to entertain rear seat occupants and a remarkable17-channel, 17-speaker Lexicon (by Harman) sound system and SmartCruise Control (SCC) which adjusts the vehicle's speed tomaintain the distance from the vehicle ahead.

A special ‘VIP' option will offer twin heated andventilated rear seats with a reclining backrest, sliding cushionand lower leg support for the ‘nearside' seat, togetherwith a front passenger seat that slides forwards when unoccupied. There are no plans to launch the K9 on the Australian market.

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