Kia Cadenza

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As of January 2014, it was sold in South Korea, United States, Canada, China, Colombia, Brazil, Chile, and the Middle East. A total of four engines were applied to the car as options, including the 2.4L Theta II MPI engine, 2.7L Mu MPI engine, 2.7L Mu LPI engine, and 3.5L Lambda II MPI engine, and a 6-speed automatic transmission as the gearbox.[2]

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Template:Short description Script error: No such module "Infobox".Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". The Cadenza uses the new front-wheel-drive Type-N platform[3] with MacPherson front suspension and a multilink rear suspension. The Cadenza was offered with three gasoline engines ranging from 165 horsepower to 290 horsepower for the 3.5-liter Lambda. A new 2.4-liter Theta II with gasoline direct injection (GDI) that produced 201 horsepower was also available. A hybrid K7 700h was available in Korea, featuring a 159 hp four cylinder engine and a 35 kW electric motor.[4]

The Kia Cadenza was designed by Kia design chief Peter Schreyer who was chief designer at Audi and uses Kia's corporate Tiger Nose grille.

In January 2013, Kia announced that the Cadenza will be available in the United States. It is Kia's version of the Hyundai Azera. Standard features will include leather seats, Bluetooth, a navigation system, Kia UVO, alloy wheels, and other luxury car features. This was one of five Korean luxury sedans sold in the United States at the time, the other four cars being the Hyundai Azera, Hyundai Genesis, Kia K900 and Hyundai Equus.

The car features Nappa leather seats, a feature commonly found on more expensive vehicles such as those from BMW and Mercedes-Benz. The Nappa leather is available in three colors: black, beige, or white (the white interior requires all three packages available on the Cadenza: the Luxury, Technology, and White Interior Packages). The driver's seat is both heated and ventilated, and the passenger's seat is heated. The rear seats can also be heated. A dual sunroof is available. The car features the 3.3L, 294 horsepower V6, the most powerful engine available for the Cadenza. The engine is used in the Cadenza's platform mate, the Hyundai Azera, and is a Hyundai-built engine from the Lambda engine family.

Powertrain

Model Year Transmission Power Torque
Petrol
Theta II 2.4 MPI 2009–2011 6-speed automatic Script error: No such module "convert". @ 6,000 rpm Script error: No such module "convert". @ 4,000 rpm
Theta II 2.4 MPI Hybrid 2013–2016 Script error: No such module "convert". @ 5,500 rpm
Theta II 2.4 GDI 2011–2016 Script error: No such module "convert". @ 6,300 rpm Script error: No such module "convert". @ 4,250 rpm
Mu 2.7 MPI 2009–2011 Script error: No such module "convert". @ 6,000 rpm Script error: No such module "convert". @ 4,500 rpm
Lambda II 3.0 GDI 2011–2016 Script error: No such module "convert". @ 6,400 rpm Script error: No such module "convert". @ 5,300 rpm
Lambda II 3.3 GDI Script error: No such module "convert". @ 6,400 rpm Script error: No such module "convert". @ 5,200 rpm
Lambda II 3.5 MPI 2009–2016 Script error: No such module "convert". @ 6,600 rpm Script error: No such module "convert". @ 5,000 rpm
LPG
Mu 2.7 LPI 2009–2011 6-speed automatic Script error: No such module "convert". @ 5,200 rpm Script error: No such module "convert". @ 4,000 rpm
Lambda II 3.0 LPI 2011–2016 Script error: No such module "convert". @ 6,000 rpm Script error: No such module "convert". @ 4,500 rpm

Gallery

Script error: No such module "anchor". Second generation (YG; 2016)

Template:Short description Script error: No such module "Infobox".Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Released in Fall 2016, the second generation Kia Cadenza was redesigned by Peter Schreyer. The car is offered with a revised 3.3-liter V6 that generates Script error: No such module "convert".. Aside from the 6-speed automatic, the Cadenza is offered with a new in-house developed 8-speed automatic with a drive mode select system.[5]

2019 update

The Cadenza received a facelift in June 2019. Mechanical changes include a new 2.5L SmartStream G engine replacing the 2.4L Theta II GDI engine while the 3.5L Lambda II MPI engine replaces the 3.3L Lambda II GDI engine in some regions. For styling, the update includes a new grille and hood, new front and rear bumpers, new wheel design and a new 12.3 inch infotainment touchscreen.

The Cadenza was discontinued in Canada after the 2019 model year, and in the US after the 2020 model year.[6] Kia cited the market transition from large cars to crossovers and SUVs. Production ended in January 2021 to make way for a new model, the Kia K8.

Powertrain

Model Year Transmission Power Torque
Petrol
Theta II 2.4 GDI 2016–2019 6-speed automatic Script error: No such module "convert". @ 6,000 rpm Script error: No such module "convert". @ 4,000 rpm
Smartstream G2.5 GDI 2019–2021 8-speed automatic Script error: No such module "convert". @ 6,100 rpm Script error: No such module "convert". @ 4,000 rpm
Lambda II 3.0 GDI 2018–2021 Script error: No such module "convert". @ 6,400 rpm Script error: No such module "convert". @ 5,300 rpm
Lambda II 3.3 MPI 2016–2019 6-speed automatic Script error: No such module "convert". @ 6,400 rpm Script error: No such module "convert". @ 4,500 rpm
Lambda II 3.3 GDI 2016–2021 8-speed automatic Script error: No such module "convert". @ 6,400 rpm
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Lambda II 3.5 MPI 2020–2021 Script error: No such module "convert". @ 6,600 rpm Script error: No such module "convert". @ 5,000 rpm
Hybrid
Theta II 2.4 MPI Hybrid 2016–2021 6-speed automatic Script error: No such module "convert". @ 5,500 rpm
LPG
Lambda II 3.0 LPI 2016–2021 6-speed automatic Script error: No such module "convert". @ 6,000 rpm Script error: No such module "convert". @ 4,500 rpm
Diesel
R II 2.2 CRDI 2016–2020 8-speed automatic Script error: No such module "convert". @ 3,800 rpm Script error: No such module "convert". @ 1,750–2,750 rpm

Safety

The Cadenza received a "Top Safety Pick+" rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS).[7]

Test Rating
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Small overlap front: Good
Moderate overlap front: Good
Side: Good
Roof strength: Good
Head restraints & seats: Good
Front crash prevention: Superior
Headlights: Acceptable
Child seat anchors (Latch) ease of use: Marginal

Gallery

Sales

Calendar year South Korea[8] United States[9]
2010 42,544 —
2011 23,708
2012 20,169
2013 25,330 8,626
2014 22,453 9,267
2015 20,805 7,343
2016 56,060 4,738
2017 46,578 7,249
2018 40,978 4,507
2019 55,839 1,630
2020 41,048 1,265
2021 6,143 249
2022 1

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