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2016 Kia Cadenza Limited
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2016 Kia Cadenza Limited

Limited 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 6A)

$5,990
Est. $81/mo
$3,234 Below market
RMV: $9,224
Mileage 152,658 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
34 Days in market
BLACK
Sedan
V6
Automatic
Quality Auto Group
San Antonio, TX
4.0
(Based 38 Review)
(210) 41*****
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2017 Kia Cadenza Technology
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2017 Kia Cadenza Technology

Technology 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 8A)

$13,297
Est. $180/mo
$3,155 Below market
RMV: $16,452
Price Drop, $1,570
Earlier Price: $14,867 (9 Nov 2024)
Mileage 79,163 mi.
Home Delivery
4 Owner
13 Days in market
WHITE
Sedan
V6
Automatic
Aces Autos
San Antonio, TX
4.0
(Based 227 Review)
(210) 47*****
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2017 Kia Cadenza Premium
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2017 Kia Cadenza Premium

Premium 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 8A)

$12,500
Est. $169/mo
$2,408 Below market
RMV: $14,908
Price Drop, $500
Earlier Price: $13,000 (12 Nov 2024)
Mileage 84,861 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
145 Days in market
GRAY
Sedan
V6
Automatic
Orr Cadillac of Shreveport
Shreveport, LA
4.0
(Based 244 Review)
(318) 73*****
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2017 Kia Cadenza Premium

Premium 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 8A)

$8,135
Est. $110/mo
$1,961 Below market
RMV: $10,096
Mileage 93,087 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 2 Owner
16 Days in market
BLACK
Sedan
V6
Automatic
High Performance Motors
Hollywood, FL
3.0
(Based 442 Review)
(954) 27*****
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2017 Kia Cadenza Premium

Premium 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 8A)

$9,900
Est. $134/mo
$2,375 Below market
RMV: $12,275
Mileage 113,238 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
24 Days in market
WHITE
Sedan
V6
Automatic
Birmingham Auto Auction
Bessemer, AL
4.0
(Based 545 Review)
(205) 74*****
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2017 Kia Cadenza Limited

Limited 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 8A)

$17,900
Est. $243/mo
$3,115 Below market
RMV: $21,015
Mileage 41,575 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
42 Days in market
BROWN
Sedan
V6
Automatic
Valenti Toyota
Westerly, RI
4.0
(Based 620 Review)
(401) 32*****
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2018 Kia Cadenza Technology

Technology 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 8A)

$20,962
Est. $284/mo
$2,947 Below market
RMV: $23,909
Mileage 62,516 mi.
Home Delivery
3 Owner
38 Days in market
BLACK
Sedan
V6
Automatic
Quality Auto Of Casper
Casper, WY
4.0
(Based 637 Review)
(307) 33*****
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2017 Kia Cadenza Technology

Technology 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 8A)

$16,995
Est. $230/mo
$2,115 Below market
RMV: $19,110
Price Drop, $4
Earlier Price: $16,999 (3 Nov 2024)
Mileage 63,169 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
12 Days in market
WHITE
Sedan
V6
Automatic
Mercedes Benz of Fresno
Fresno, CA
3.0
(Based 623 Review)
(559) 64*****
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2017 Kia Cadenza Technology

Technology 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 8A)

$14,900
Est. $202/mo
$2,300 Below market
RMV: $17,200
Mileage 71,986 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
12 Days in market
BLACK
Sedan
V6
Automatic
Venice Toyota
Venice, FL
4.0
(Based 5571 Review)
(941) 48*****
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2017 Kia Cadenza Limited

Limited 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 8A)

$11,997
Est. $162/mo
$2,840 Below market
RMV: $14,837
Mileage 81,068 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
18 Days in market
SILVER
Sedan
V6
Automatic
Route One Auto
Ocoee, FL
3.0
(Based 34 Review)
(888) 867*****
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2016 Kia Cadenza Limited

Limited 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 6A)

$12,450
Est. $169/mo
$2,171 Below market
RMV: $14,621
Price Drop, $500
Earlier Price: $12,950 (14 Oct 2024)
Mileage 91,673 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
64 Days in market
WHITE
Sedan
V6
Automatic
Galleria Indy
Indianapolis, IN
4.0
(Based 68 Review)
(317) 648*****
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2017 Kia Cadenza Limited

Limited 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 8A)

$17,999
Est. $244/mo
$3,265 Below market
RMV: $21,264
Price Rise, $124
Earlier Price: $17,875 (1 Nov 2024)
Mileage 48,738 mi.
Home Delivery
3 Owner
48 Days in market
BLUE
Sedan
V6
Automatic
Honda of Frontenac
Saint Louis, MO
4.0
(Based 1423 Review)
(314) 99*****
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2017 Kia Cadenza Limited

Limited 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 8A)

$14,999
Est. $203/mo
$2,223 Below market
RMV: $17,222
Price Drop, $2,000
Earlier Price: $16,999 (14 Oct 2024)
Mileage 73,659 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
51 Days in market
BLACK
Sedan
V6
Automatic
Auto Barn LLC
Newnan, GA
3.0
(Based 562 Review)
(770) 25*****
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2018 Kia Cadenza Premium

Premium 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 8A)

$12,998
Est. $176/mo
$1,393 Below market
RMV: $14,391
Mileage 128,951 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 2 Owner
22 Days in market
WHITE
Sedan
V6
Automatic
AutoNation Ford Frisco
Frisco, TX
4.0
(Based 5168 Review)
(972) 76*****
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2016 Kia Cadenza Premium

Premium 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 6A)

$11,999
Est. $162/mo
$1,547 Below market
RMV: $13,546
Price Rise, $400
Earlier Price: $11,599 (12 Nov 2024)
Mileage 72,041 mi.
Home Delivery
4 Accident, 2 Owner
4 Days in market
BLACK
Sedan
V6
Automatic
AWSI Auto Sales
Sacramento, CA
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2017 Kia Cadenza Premium

Premium 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 8A)

$10,000
Est. $135/mo
$1,456 Below market
RMV: $11,456
Mileage 112,819 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 2 Owner
3 Days in market
WHITE
Sedan
V6
Automatic
Uptown Imports
Spring, TX
4.0
(Based 234 Review)
(281) 87*****
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2016 Kia Cadenza Limited

Limited 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 6A)

$12,500
Est. $169/mo
$1,679 Below market
RMV: $14,179
Mileage 75,422 mi.
Home Delivery
3 Owner
30 Days in market
BLACK
Sedan
V6
Automatic
Star Motor LLC
Roanoke, VA
4.0
(Based 43 Review)
(540) 783*****
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Certified Pre-Owned
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Certified 2017 Kia Cadenza Premium

Premium 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 8A)

$14,310
Est. $194/mo
$1,053 Below market
RMV: $15,363
Price Drop, $208
Earlier Price: $14,518 (1 Nov 2024)
Mileage 80,448 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
35 Days in market
BLUE
Sedan
V6
Automatic
Steve Landers Kia
Little Rock, AR
4.0
(Based 989 Review)
(501) 85*****
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2018 Kia Cadenza Limited

Limited 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 8A)

$16,000
Est. $217/mo
$2,123 Below market
RMV: $18,123
Mileage 94,753 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 2 Owner
27 Days in market
WHITE
Sedan
V6
Automatic
Car Gallery
Oklahoma City, OK
3.0
(Based 8 Review)
(405) 80*****
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2017 Kia Cadenza Premium

Premium 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 8A)

$11,598
Est. $157/mo
$1,510 Below market
RMV: $13,108
Price Drop, $3,354
Earlier Price: $14,952 (14 Nov 2024)
Mileage 98,152 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 1 Owner
11 Days in market
SILVER
Sedan
V6
Automatic
AutoNation USA Albuquerque
Albuquerque, NM
4.0
(Based 1301 Review)
(859) 762*****
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2017 Kia Cadenza Premium

Premium 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 8A)

$7,950
Est. $107/mo
$1,378 Below market
RMV: $9,328
Price Drop, $2,000
Earlier Price: $9,950 (6 Nov 2024)
Mileage 145,987 mi.
Home Delivery
3 Accident, 4 Owner
109 Days in market
BLUE
Sedan
V6
Automatic
Birmingham Auto Auction
Bessemer, AL
4.0
(Based 545 Review)
(205) 74*****
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2017 Kia Cadenza Technology

Technology 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 8A)

$11,995
Est. $162/mo
$537 Below market
RMV: $12,532
Mileage 116,287 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
16 Days in market
WHITE
Sedan
V6
Automatic
Bill Luke Marana
Tucson, AZ
4.0
(Based 1748 Review)
(520) 201*****
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2016 Kia Cadenza

4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 6A)

$11,999
Est. $162/mo
$1,356 Below market
RMV: $13,355
Price Drop, $500
Earlier Price: $12,499 (12 Nov 2024)
Mileage 77,108 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 1 Owner
56 Days in market
BLACK
Sedan
V6
Automatic
Pristine Motorsports
Smyrna, DE
4.0
(Based 328 Review)
(302) 65*****
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2017 Kia Cadenza Technology

Technology 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 8A)

$15,590
Est. $211/mo
$1,095 Below market
RMV: $16,685
Price Drop, $234
Earlier Price: $15,824 (6 Nov 2024)
Mileage 85,281 mi.
Home Delivery
3 Owner
9 Days in market
WHITE
Sedan
V6
Automatic
Stockton Kia
Stockton, CA
4.0
(Based 495 Review)
(209) 30*****
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About 2017 Kia Cadenza


4.1

Overall Rating

The updated Kia Cadenza stands its ground in its class. The Cadenza is an upscale sedan with a roomy interior that is complemented with a lot of standard features.

The full-size sedan is viewed as the paragon of extravagance. But with time, everything changes, and crossovers and SUVs have been a gradual part of that change. SUVs offer a remarkable blend of performance and practicality for families. On the off chance that you don't like that jacked up sitting position and you don't want to get rid of the dedicated cargo space, then a sedan is a good choice.

For 2017, the Kia Cadenza has been redesigned. Regardless, the Cadenza is outfitted with a 290-horsepower, 3.3-liter V6 engine, an 8-speed automatic transmission, and front-wheel drive. The Cadenza rivals the likes of Nissan Maxima, Ford Taurus, and Chrysler 300.

As much as the base trim looks reasonable, we would recommend you to ditch the base variant and go for the technology package. You get all the features from the Base trim plus extra ventilated seats, extra lumbar support, and exterior lighting, etc.

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2018 Kia Cadenza Premium

Premium 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 8A)

$14,995
Est. $203/mo
$1,127 Below market
RMV: $16,122
Price Drop, $505
Earlier Price: $15,500 (3 Nov 2024)
Mileage 79,533 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
58 Days in market
WHITE
Sedan
V6
Automatic
Drive Direct
Columbus, OH
4.0
(Based 640 Review)
(844) 90*****
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2017 Kia Cadenza Technology

Technology 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 8A)

$15,596
Est. $211/mo
$1,291 Below market
RMV: $16,887
Price Rise, $129
Earlier Price: $15,467 (10 Nov 2024)
Mileage 88,826 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Accident, 3 Owner
56 Days in market
WHITE
Sedan
V6
Automatic
Weimer Hyundai
Morgantown, WV
4.0
(Based 199 Review)
(251) 428*****
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2018 Kia Cadenza Premium

Premium 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 8A)

$17,989
Est. $244/mo
$1,126 Below market
RMV: $19,115
Mileage 38,261 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
31 Days in market
WHITE
Sedan
V6
Automatic
Nissan of Clovis
Clovis, CA
4.0
(Based 2181 Review)
(559) 54*****
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2016 Kia Cadenza Premium

Premium 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 6A)

$14,489
Est. $196/mo
$1,379 Below market
RMV: $15,868
Price Rise, $1
Earlier Price: $14,488 (12 Nov 2024)
Mileage 33,755 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 1 Owner
15 Days in market
BLACK
Sedan
V6
Automatic
Bert Ogden Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Harlingen, TX
4.0
(Based 2652 Review)
(956) 39*****
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2016 Kia Cadenza Premium

Premium 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 6A)

$11,995
Est. $162/mo
$956 Below market
RMV: $12,951
Price Drop, $1,000
Earlier Price: $12,995 (12 Sep 2024)
Mileage 76,669 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
140 Days in market
SILVER
Sedan
V6
Automatic
Georgi's Auto Sales
Denver, CO
3.0
(Based 378 Review)
(303) 32*****
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2017 Kia Cadenza Premium

Premium 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 8A)

$12,411
Est. $168/mo
$1,440 Below market
RMV: $13,851
Price Drop, $377
Earlier Price: $12,788 (12 Nov 2024)
Mileage 101,333 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
56 Days in market
BLUE
Sedan
V6
Automatic
Davis Toyota of Orangeburg
Orangeburg, SC
4.0
(Based 338 Review)
(803) 53*****
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2017 Kia Cadenza Review


Pros

  • Plenty of standard features
  • High-quality interior
  • Quiet ride
  • Stretch-out back seat space
  • Generous warranty coverage
  • Lots of available advanced safety features

Cons

  • Infotainment system can be frustrating
  • Styling merely evolutionary
  • Fuel economy lags rivals
  • Headroom is a bit tight for tall occupants
  • Trunk is smaller than rivals

The updated Kia Cadenza stands its ground in its class. The Cadenza is an upscale sedan with a roomy interior that is complemented with a lot of standard features.

Overview


The full-size sedan is viewed as the paragon of extravagance. But with time, everything changes, and crossovers and SUVs have been a gradual part of that change. SUVs offer a remarkable blend of performance and practicality for families. On the off chance that you don't like that jacked up sitting position and you don't want to get rid of the dedicated cargo space, then a sedan is a good choice.

For 2017, the Kia Cadenza has been redesigned. Regardless, the Cadenza is outfitted with a 290-horsepower, 3.3-liter V6 engine, an 8-speed automatic transmission, and front-wheel drive. The Cadenza rivals the likes of Nissan Maxima, Ford Taurus, and Chrysler 300.

Pricing and Features
9.0/10


The 2017 Kia Cadenza is an expansive, full-size sedan that offers a wealth of space for every one of its inhabitants. This Kia sedan is available in three trims namely Premium, Technology, and Limited. Indeed, even in its base Premium form, the Cadenza is all around prepared for what we believe is an extremely sensible cost.

Trim

Premium

Technology

Limited

MSRP

$31,990

$38,990

$44,390

Key Features

Clear lens projection headlights

Panoramic sunroof

Front, Side, And Rear-View Camera

 

Front fog lights

LED headlights w/High-Beam Assist

Premium Leather

 

Acoustic glass 

Wireless smartphone charger

Cargo Floor Mats

 

AM/FM/SiriusXM audio system

Harman Kardon 630-watt premium audio system

White Interior Package

 

Rear-Camera Display w/Dynamic Guideline

Rear-Camera Display w/Dynamic Guideline

Chrome Alloy Wheels

 

Push-button start w/Smart Key & Immobilizer

Push-button start w/Smart Key & Immobilizer

Smart power trunk

 

8-way power-adjustable front passenger seat

Power folding mirrors. 

Head-up display

 

Leather seat trim

 

Heated rear seats

Its two accessible highlights bundles are joined into the Technology bundle (alongside a couple of other alluring additions), while the best trim Limited could conceivably trick your travelers into supposing they're riding in a Lexus.

Buying Advice

As much as the base trim looks reasonable, we would recommend you to ditch the base variant and go for the technology package. You get all the features from the Base trim plus extra ventilated seats, extra lumbar support, and exterior lighting, etc.

Engine and Performance
7.3/10


The Kia Cadenza is no sports sedan and it doesn't put on a show to be. The new Cadenza sticks to being smooth and predictable. A refreshed 290-horsepower, the 3.3-liter V6 engine is mated to Kia's in-house 8-speed automatic transmission. The power hustled is enough to overtake cars on the highway. The Cadenza offers four drive modes-Comfort, Eco, Sport, and Smart that each gives it marginally different identities. 

However, Cadenza is most joyful at Comfort mode. The Smart mode is designed to automatically match vehicle response to your driving style. In other words, it learns how you drive, and then the transmission shifts accordingly. The shifts are smooth and quick. However, the paddle shifters on the steering wheel are not much fun to use. 

Models

Kia Cadenza premium

Nissan Maxima S

Ford Taurus SE

Chrysler 300 limited

MSRP

$31,990

$32,910

$27,345

$32,340

Engine

3.3L Naturally Aspirated V6

3.5L Naturally Aspirated V6

3.5L Naturally Aspirated V6

3.6L Naturally Aspirated V6 

Drivetrain

FWD

FWD

FWD

RWD

Transmission

8-speed automatic

CVT automatic

6-speed automatic

8-speed automatic

Horsepower

290 hp @ 6400 rpm

300 hp @ 6400 rpm

288 hp @ 6500 rpm

292 hp @ 6350 rpm

Torque

253 lb-ft @ 5200 rpm

261 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm

254 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm

260 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm

The Nissan Maxima tops the table due to its powerful engine but also it costs $1,000 more than the Cadenza. The Chrysler 300 shares similar power and torque figures like the Cadenza whereas the Ford Taurus stands in the last place. Considering the low price, the Taurus can be a good bargain. 

How quick is the 2017 Kia Cadenza from 0-60 MPH?

Speeding up from a stop is continuous in each driving mode. The transmission is hesitant to downshift and pauses for a moment when executing rapid overtaking maneuvers.

The Cadenza is a genuine article 6.7 seconds from zero to 60 mph is a lot of liveliness for its size. But the Cadenza is more qualified to handle laid-back driving styles than forceful ones. Furthermore, it does a quarter of a mile in 14.8 seconds which is quite good in its class. 

Models

Kia Cadenza Premium

Nissan Maxima S

Ford Taurus SE

Chrysler 300 Limited

0-60 MPH (sec)

6.5 

5.8 

6.5 

6.6 

Quarter mile (sec)

14.8 

14.3 

15.1 

15.2 

Engine

3.3L Naturally Aspirated V6

3.5L Naturally Aspirated V6

3.5L Naturally Aspirated V6

3.6L Naturally Aspirated V6 

Top Speed (mph)

155

135

143

155

Thanks to its powerful engine, the Nissan Maxima tops in both the performance tests with impressive numbers. The Ford Taurus catches the Cadenza in the acceleration test but loses its pace in the quarter-mile run. On the other hand, the Chrysler 300 slips behind the Taurus with just a millisecond difference. 

How does the 2017 Kia Cadenza handle?

Huge sedans prefer composure over athletic capacity, and the Cadenza is no exemption. A solid measure of discomfort is felt whenever you drive through a corner with some excitement. The suspension is light in Comfort mode and firms up marginally when Sport is chosen. The electric steering, which is a frequent source of complaint in Kia models, has been upgraded this year with a net profit and the result is that it’s not an issue anymore. The steering provides consistent levels of assist and linear response throughout the range of motion. 

Kia tunes the Cadenza’s suspension to limit body motion and impact harshness and the result is stable handling combined with agreeable ride quality. It’s unsettled only by sharper bumps and cracks in the pavement. Oddly though given a claimed 35% increase in structural stiffness, the new Cadenza seems to flex more than you might expect for a car whose architecture is employing a significant amount of high-strength steel. 

How are the brakes on the 2017 Kia Cadenza?

The brake pedal is easy to engage. Even with mild pressure, the brakes engage as soon as you put your foot down. It's also easy to modulate, with predictable increasing effort. Cadenza has a front brake pad of 12.6 inches, which is similar to the competition. The rear brake pad has the least size among its competitors (just 11.8 inches). The Cadenza takes just 120 feet to come to stop from a speed of 60 mph.

Model

Kia Cadenza Premium

Nissan Maxima S

Ford Taurus SE

Chrysler 300 Limited

Brake Front (in.)

12.6

12.6

13.9

12.6

Brake Rear (in.)

11.8

12.1

13.6

12.6

Curb Weight (lbs.)

3633

3478

3917

4029

60-0 MPH (ft.)

120

125

N/A

120

The Chrysler 300 amazes us with its amazing braking distance and the credit goes to its strong braking system. It only takes 120 feet to halt which is the same distance taken by the Cadenza. On the second spot is the Nissan Maxima with 125 feet. 

Fuel Economy
7.3/10


The Kia Cadenza gets a new 8-speed automatic transmission that comes with two more gears over last year's car. This helps it to run smoother and offers marginal improvement of fuel economy. On the EPA test, the Cadenza checks in at 20 mpg in the city, 28 on the highways, and 23 mpg combined. Kia additionally says that Cadenza's new shape is more streamlined and it incorporates a better underbody design to streamline things much further. This sedan offers a decent fuel economy in the city, however, it only offers a marginal fuel economy on the highway.

Model

Kia Cadenza Premium

Nissan Maxima S

Ford Taurus SE

Chrysler 300 Limited

MPG (City)

20

21

18

19

MPG (Highway)

28

30

27

30

MPG (Combined)

23

25

21

23

Fuel Capacity

18.5

18

19

18.5

Range (City/Highway/Combined)

370/518/444

378/540/459

342/513/427

352/555/453

The Nissan Maxima claims the title as the most fuel-efficient car in this segment. It offers an impressive combined mileage of 25 mpg. The Kia Cadenza and the Chrysler 300 have similar fuel estimates while the Ford Taurus doesn’t deliver a good fuel economy like its rivals. 

Interior
8.0/10


From a tactical perspective, the interior is pleasant to touch and look at. Yes, in spots you’ll find hard plastics but there are also plenty of high-quality surfaces and the overall design has a restrained elegance to it. The wood accents on the dash look no more real than the stitching but from where you’ll be sitting looks lovely. The cabin is also pleasantly quiet thanks to an acoustic windshield and acoustic front-side glass. 

The seats are comfortable, with a lot of cushion material. Indeed, even without the ventilation function, the seats feel breathable. The seats are apt for short treks since thigh bolster isn't extraordinary. Good looks are fine but the real deciding factor with sedans is the interior and space is the number one concern. On that score, the Cadenza scores high to notice. If you sit upright, you can feel your hair brushing the headliner. Hence, if you are particularly tall or if you sit in the middle seat, headroom could be an issue

Model

Kia Cadenza Premium

Nissan Maxima S

Ford Taurus SE

Chrysler 300 Limited

Passenger Capacity

5

5

5

5

Front Row (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (In.)

40.2/58.3/45.5

39.4/56.7/45.0

39.0/57.9/41.9

38.6/59.5/41.8

Second Row

(Head/Shoulder/Leg) (In.)

37.9/56.5/37.2

36.7/55.7/34.2

37.8/56.9/38.1

37.9/57.7/40.1

The Nissan Maxima offers the least space in the rear row. The Ford Taurus and the Chrysler 300 provide similar levels of cabin space like the Cadenza. Being a bit short of shoulder and legroom (both rear), the Cadenza can still be placed at the top of the list as it has one of the most spacious interiors in the segment. The Cadenza is a solace centered sedan, and it plays out its essential function well. The ride is less refined than the competition. The Cadenza comes loaded with the following features:

  • Leather seats (power and heated upfront)
  • Panoramic Moonroof
  • Dual-zone automatic climate control
  • Keyless entry
  • Automated and heated mirrors
  • Elegant wood trim

How intuitive is the 2017 Kia Cadenza’s infotainment system?

A high level of standard infotainment hardware is available as standard equipment. The Premium trim level has a 7.0-inch UVO infotainment touchscreen whereas the Technology and Limited trims have an 8.0-inch display.

All models have UVO e-Services, an onboard telematics framework that can analyze mechanical faults, caution the driver for vehicle upkeep, and call for help in case of a mishap. Sharp graphics make visibility easier and the menus are quite simple to navigate. A standard setup of eight speakers is available but the optional 12-speaker Harman Kardon premium system’s sound quality is delightful. 

  • Apple CarPlay & Android Auto
  • 12-speaker, Harman Kardon premium Surround Sound system
  • Clari-Fi music restoration technology
  • 7-inch display screen
  • Navigation system
  • Wireless smartphone charger
  • Bluetooth
  • HD Radio
  • Satellite radio

How much cargo capacity does the 2017 Kia Cadenza offer?

A cargo capacity of 16 cubic feet is offered in the Kia Cadenza which is average for the segment. The cargo load floor is large and mostly flat, aside from a slight hump in the middle to provide room for the spare tire jack underneath. The square-shaped trunk is useful to store large luggage bags easily. There is a ski pass-through, but the rear seats don't fold.

Model

Kia Cadenza Premium

Nissan Maxima S

Ford Taurus SE

Chrysler 300 Limited

Cargo Volume (cu-ft.)

16.0

14.3

20.1

16.3

Surprisingly, the Ford Taurus shines in this field with 20.1 cubic feet of cargo space. The Chrysler 300 sits in second place as it offers slightly better space than the Cadenza whereas the Nissan Maxima offers just 14.3 cubic feet of cargo capacity. 

Exterior
9.3/10


The Kia Cadenza is a good-looking car with an upscale appearance. Aside from its D-shaped front and rear lighting signatures, perhaps, its most unique design detail is its concave grille with vertical flaps which is offered only for the Technology and Limited trims.

The Premium trim also has a concave grille but instead of the vertical flaps, there are small connecting dots that are very similar to other Kia models. Out in the back, the Cadenza gives you an LED light pipe, integrated dual exhaust tips, and a fairly blunt rear-end with an integrated spoiler design in the trunk lid. 

Model

Kia Cadenza Premium

Nissan Maxima S

Ford Taurus SE

Chrysler 300 Limited

Curb Weight (lbs.)

3633

3478

3917

4029

Length(in)

195.7

192.8

202.9

198.6

Width(in)

73.6

73.2

76.2

75.0

Height(in)

57.9

56.5

60.7

58.4

Ground Clearance (in)

6.4

5.3

5.1

4.7

Wheelbase (in)

112.4

109.3

112.9

120.2

Track Width (in) F/R

63.3/63.6

62.4/62.4

65.3/65.5

63.4/63.8

The dimensions of Kia's Cadenza are larger than the Nissan Maxima but lags when competing with the Ford Taurus and the Chrysler 300. One key point that certainly helps the Cadenza is its ground clearance of 6.4 inches. The main exterior highlights of the Cadenza include:

  • Automatic high beam LED headlights
  • Power rear sunshade
  • 18-inch wheels
  • Fog lights
  • Wider grille and headlights
  • Appealing Z-shaped front and rear lighting signatures
  • Automatically-illuminated the door handles
  • Earth tones available in color

Safety
9.9/10


The new Kia Cadenza has been subjected to the full barrage of crash tests administered by IIHS and it came up with impressive results: It received ‘Good’ ratings on all the tests with a ‘Superior’ rating in front crash prevention. Unfortunately, NHTSA did not review the Cadenza. A wide range of safety features is available on this big four-door. All models feature nine airbags, including a knee airbag for the driver, as well as a rearview camera that displays through either a 7.0- or 8.0-inch infotainment screen. Some of the other features include:

  • Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
  • Traction Control System (TCS)
  • Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
  • Brake Assist System (BAS)
  • Blind Spot Monitor
  • Rear Cross-Traffic Alert
  • Lane Change Assist
  • Autonomous Emergency Braking
  • Adaptive Cruise Control
  • Forward Collision Warning
  • Lane Departure Warning

Competition
9.0/10


Kia Cadenza vs Nissan Maxima

The Kia Cadenza has a 3.3-liter engine whereas the new Nissan Maxima comes equipped with a 3.5-liter engine. The Maxima is certainly smaller in dimensions than the Cadenza. With relatively smaller brake pads, the Cadenza still shows better stats than the Maxima.

Also, it features the best-in-class ground clearance. The Cadenza scores high on cabin space and comfort whereas the Maxima does not prove to be good in this section. At last, the Kia Cadenza offers more practicality with a modest price and larger cargo capacity.

Kia Cadenza vs Ford Taurus

Except for the performance of the Ford Taurus, it outclasses the Kia Cadenza in every other aspect. The Taurus has more cargo volume than Cadenza.

The exterior dimensions of the Taurus are certainly greater than the Cadenza but the latter boasts more space inside. It leads the Taurus when it comes to head/shoulder/leg room, be it front or rear. The Kia Cadenza is definitely more fuel-efficient than Taurus making it an ideal choice. 

Kia Cadenza vs Chrysler 300 

The Chrysler 300 Limited comes packed with a 3.6-liter engine which offers larger displacement than Cadenza's 3.3-liter engine. Both cars have similar cargo space. They are tough competitors when it comes to seating and comfort and both score similar points. The Chrysler 300 has a quieter cabin, which gives it an edge over the Cadenza.

Considering the dimensions, the new Chrysler 300 is certainly bigger than the Cadenza but the ground clearance (4.7 inches ) is the least in this segment, with Cadenza (6.1 inches) topping the segment. Both offer an identical combined fuel economy, however, the Cadenza is a little overpriced. 

Final Verdict


The updated Kia Cadenza stands its ground in its class. The Cadenza is an upscale sedan with a roomy interior that is complemented with a lot of standard features. The equipment list is laudable. To make things even better, the Cadenza starts at a price of $31,990. Yet, the infotainment system and its execution is below average. When it comes to styling, there is nothing spectacular about the Cadenza. To put it plainly, the Kia Cadenza offers a spacious cabin with a host of features but it lacks performance.