The only change Kia made was to replace the former V-shaped parts on the front grille with horizontal slats. In addition, the 2025 K9 sports brand-new Pebble Gray body color and newly designed 19-inch wheels. New themes, such Martian Brown or Misty Gray, are now available within the opulent cabin.
The purpose of the newly incorporated “After Blow” technology is to eliminate offensive aromas by drying condensation that collects while the air conditioner is running. The After Blow function automatically kicks in for ten minutes to dry out the ventilation ducts and prevent the growth of mold after the engine has been stopped for about thirty minutes. A battery sensor makes sure that when the car’s battery is low, the system isn’t activated. Furthermore, the function stays inactive in low-temperature environments and after an extended period of inactivity for the air conditioning system.
The 2025 Kia K9 also features a fire extinguisher, USB-C ports on both the front and rear, and a massaging front passenger seat. More equipment is now standard than it was previously, and higher-end trim levels now have some niceties that were optional before.
Kia will keep selling its top-of-the-line vehicle with both all-wheel drive and rear-wheel drive in addition to naturally aspirated 3.8-liter V-6 and turbocharged 3.3-liter V-6 engines. Many years ago, the large 5.0-liter V-8 NA mill was discontinued. Starting at $43,800, the prices go up to $64,200.