Why was the Kia Cadenza discontinued?

The Kia Cadenza was discontinued due to declining sales and a shift in consumer preference towards SUVs and crossovers.

What is the best year of the Kia Cadenza?

The best year of the Kia Cadenza is generally considered to be 2017 due to its balance of features, performance, and reliability.

The Kia Cadenza offers decent performance, but it is not considered a fast car compared to sportier models.

What engine is in the Kia Cadenza?

The Kia Cadenza typically features a 3.3-liter V6 engine.

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Kia Cadenza Specifications Comparison By Trims

4 Cars Hide common specs	Kia Cadenza 2024 3.3L GDi MidTBD	Kia Cadenza 2024 3.3L GDi TopTBD	Kia Cadenza 2023 3.3L GDi MidTBD	Kia Cadenza 2023 3.3L GDi TopTBD

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Engine
Engine capacity(L)	3.3 L	3.3 L	3.3 L	3.3 L
Fuel Type	Gasoline	Gasoline	Gasoline	Gasoline
Horsepower (BHP)	284 BHP	284 BHP	284 BHP	284 BHP
Torque (N-m)	336	336	336	336
Dimensions
Seating Capacity	5 Seater	5 Seater	5 Seater	5 Seater
Length	4970	4970	4970	4970
Width	1870	1870	1870	1870
Height	1470	1470	1470	1470
Wheelbase	2855	2855	2855	2855
Trunk Capacity	451	451	451	451
Car Information
Vehicle Type	Sedan	Sedan	Sedan	Sedan
0-100km/h acceleration time(s)	7.2	7.2	7.2	7.2
Engine / Motor
Maximum speed (km/h)	235	235	235	235
No. of Cylinders	6	6	6	6
Fuel Economy
Fuel Economy (Km/L)	10.6	10.6	10.6	10.6
Fuel Tank Capacity	70	70	70	70
Technologies
Tire Pressure Monitoring Display	✓	✓	✓	✓
Cruise Control Switch on Steering	✓	✓	✓	✓
Power Steering	✓	✓	✓	✓
Cruise Control	✓	✓	✓	✓
Trip Computer	✓	✓	✓	✓
Moving object detection system		✓		✓
Navigation System		✓		✓
Hill Assist (HAC)		✓		✓
Exterior
Wheels - Alloy	✓	✓	✓	✓
Puddle Lamp	✓	✓	✓	✓
Power Mirrors	✓	✓	✓	✓
Panoramic Sunroof	✓	✓	✓	✓
High Mount Stop Lamp	✓	✓	✓	✓
Headlamps - Halogen	✓	✓	✓	✓
Rear Fog Lamp	✓	✓	✓	✓
Front Fog lights	✓	✓	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓	✓	✓
Auto Headlamps	✓	✓	✓	✓
Cornering Lights		✓		✓
Auto-Dimming Rear View Mirror		✓		✓
Interior
Interior central locking	✓	✓	✓	✓
Automatic AC	✓	✓	✓	✓
Leather Seats	✓	✓	✓	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	✓	✓	✓
Radio	✓	✓	✓	✓
Wood Trim	✓	✓	✓	✓
Power Windows - Front and Rear	✓	✓	✓	✓
Multi info	✓	✓	✓	✓
In-car vanity mirror	✓	✓	✓	✓
Cup Holder	✓	✓	✓	✓
Heated Seats		front row seats		front row seats
Lumbar Support - Manual		✓		✓
Center Arm Rest		✓		✓
Active Headrests		✓		✓
Rear AC Vents		✓		✓
Electronic handbrake		✓		✓
Power Outlets		✓		✓
Comfort
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓	✓	✓
Electronic engine immobilizer	✓	✓	✓	✓
Rear Defogger	✓	✓	✓	✓
Push Button Start	✓	✓	✓	✓
Temperature Display	✓	✓	✓	✓
Keyless Entry	✓	✓	✓	✓
Rear Camera	✓		✓
Steering Adjustment	✓	✓	✓	✓
360 Degree camera		✓		✓
Safety
Vehicle Stability Control (VSC)	✓	✓	✓	✓
Parking Sensors - Front and Rear	✓	✓	✓	✓
EBD (Electronic Brakeforce Distribution)	✓	✓	✓	✓
ABS	✓	✓	✓	✓
Child Seat Interface (ISOFIX)	✓	✓	✓	✓
Active braking	✓	✓	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System		✓		✓
Blind Spot Warning		✓		✓
Auto Door Lock		✓		✓
Seatbelt pretensioner - Front Only		✓		✓
Chassis & Steering
Drive Type	Front Wheel Drive	Front Wheel Drive	Front Wheel Drive	Front Wheel Drive
Transmission
Transmission type	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic
Infotainment
USB	✓	✓	✓	✓
MP3	✓	✓	✓	✓
AUX	✓	✓	✓	✓
CD Player	✓	✓	✓	✓
Touchscreen		✓		✓
Bluetooth		✓		✓
Premium Brand Audio System		✓		✓

⋅configuration information is for reference only, please refer to the actual vehicle for specifics.

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FAQs about Kia Cadenza

The Kia Cadenza was discontinued due to declining sales and a shift in consumer preference towards SUVs and crossovers.
The best year of the Kia Cadenza is generally considered to be 2017 due to its balance of features, performance, and reliability.
The Kia Cadenza offers decent performance, but it is not considered a fast car compared to sportier models.
The Kia Cadenza typically features a 3.3-liter V6 engine.

Kia Cadenza Specifications Comparison By Trims

4 Cars Hide common specs	Kia Cadenza 2024 3.3L GDi MidTBD	Kia Cadenza 2024 3.3L GDi TopTBD	Kia Cadenza 2023 3.3L GDi MidTBD	Kia Cadenza 2023 3.3L GDi TopTBD

4 Cars Hide common specs	Kia Cadenza 2024 3.3L GDi MidTBD	Kia Cadenza 2024 3.3L GDi TopTBD	Kia Cadenza 2023 3.3L GDi MidTBD	Kia Cadenza 2023 3.3L GDi TopTBD
Engine
Engine capacity(L)	3.3 L	3.3 L	3.3 L	3.3 L
Fuel Type	Gasoline	Gasoline	Gasoline	Gasoline
Horsepower (BHP)	284 BHP	284 BHP	284 BHP	284 BHP
Torque (N-m)	336	336	336	336
Dimensions
Seating Capacity	5 Seater	5 Seater	5 Seater	5 Seater
Length	4970	4970	4970	4970
Width	1870	1870	1870	1870
Height	1470	1470	1470	1470
Wheelbase	2855	2855	2855	2855
Trunk Capacity	451	451	451	451
Car Information
Vehicle Type	Sedan	Sedan	Sedan	Sedan
0-100km/h acceleration time(s)	7.2	7.2	7.2	7.2
Engine / Motor
Maximum speed (km/h)	235	235	235	235
No. of Cylinders	6	6	6	6
Fuel Economy
Fuel Economy (Km/L)	10.6	10.6	10.6	10.6
Fuel Tank Capacity	70	70	70	70
Technologies
Tire Pressure Monitoring Display	✓	✓	✓	✓
Cruise Control Switch on Steering	✓	✓	✓	✓
Power Steering	✓	✓	✓	✓
Cruise Control	✓	✓	✓	✓
Trip Computer	✓	✓	✓	✓
Moving object detection system		✓		✓
Navigation System		✓		✓
Hill Assist (HAC)		✓		✓
Exterior
Wheels - Alloy	✓	✓	✓	✓
Puddle Lamp	✓	✓	✓	✓
Power Mirrors	✓	✓	✓	✓
Panoramic Sunroof	✓	✓	✓	✓
High Mount Stop Lamp	✓	✓	✓	✓
Headlamps - Halogen	✓	✓	✓	✓
Rear Fog Lamp	✓	✓	✓	✓
Front Fog lights	✓	✓	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓	✓	✓
Auto Headlamps	✓	✓	✓	✓
Cornering Lights		✓		✓
Auto-Dimming Rear View Mirror		✓		✓
Interior
Interior central locking	✓	✓	✓	✓
Automatic AC	✓	✓	✓	✓
Leather Seats	✓	✓	✓	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	✓	✓	✓
Radio	✓	✓	✓	✓
Wood Trim	✓	✓	✓	✓
Power Windows - Front and Rear	✓	✓	✓	✓
Multi info	✓	✓	✓	✓
In-car vanity mirror	✓	✓	✓	✓
Cup Holder	✓	✓	✓	✓
Heated Seats		front row seats		front row seats
Lumbar Support - Manual		✓		✓
Center Arm Rest		✓		✓
Active Headrests		✓		✓
Rear AC Vents		✓		✓
Electronic handbrake		✓		✓
Power Outlets		✓		✓
Comfort
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓	✓	✓
Electronic engine immobilizer	✓	✓	✓	✓
Rear Defogger	✓	✓	✓	✓
Push Button Start	✓	✓	✓	✓
Temperature Display	✓	✓	✓	✓
Keyless Entry	✓	✓	✓	✓
Rear Camera	✓		✓
Steering Adjustment	✓	✓	✓	✓
360 Degree camera		✓		✓
Safety
Vehicle Stability Control (VSC)	✓	✓	✓	✓
Parking Sensors - Front and Rear	✓	✓	✓	✓
EBD (Electronic Brakeforce Distribution)	✓	✓	✓	✓
ABS	✓	✓	✓	✓
Child Seat Interface (ISOFIX)	✓	✓	✓	✓
Active braking	✓	✓	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System		✓		✓
Blind Spot Warning		✓		✓
Auto Door Lock		✓		✓
Seatbelt pretensioner - Front Only		✓		✓
Chassis & Steering
Drive Type	Front Wheel Drive	Front Wheel Drive	Front Wheel Drive	Front Wheel Drive
Transmission
Transmission type	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic
Infotainment
USB	✓	✓	✓	✓
MP3	✓	✓	✓	✓
AUX	✓	✓	✓	✓
CD Player	✓	✓	✓	✓
Touchscreen		✓		✓
Bluetooth		✓		✓
Premium Brand Audio System		✓		✓

⋅configuration information is for reference only, please refer to the actual vehicle for specifics.

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FAQs about Kia Cadenza

The Kia Cadenza was discontinued due to declining sales and a shift in consumer preference towards SUVs and crossovers.
The best year of the Kia Cadenza is generally considered to be 2017 due to its balance of features, performance, and reliability.
The Kia Cadenza offers decent performance, but it is not considered a fast car compared to sportier models.
The Kia Cadenza typically features a 3.3-liter V6 engine.

Kia Cadenza Specifications Comparison By Trims

Engine

Dimensions

Car Information

Engine / Motor

Fuel Economy

Technologies

Exterior

Interior

Comfort

Safety

Chassis & Steering

Transmission

Infotainment

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FAQs about Kia Cadenza

Why was the Kia Cadenza discontinued?

What is the best year of the Kia Cadenza?

Is Kia Cadenza fast?

What engine is in the Kia Cadenza?

Kia Cadenza Specifications Comparison By Trims

Engine

Dimensions

Car Information

Engine / Motor

Fuel Economy

Technologies

Exterior

Interior

Comfort

Safety

Chassis & Steering

Transmission

Infotainment

Related Car Comparisons

Popular Kia Cars

FAQs about Kia Cadenza

Why was the Kia Cadenza discontinued?

What is the best year of the Kia Cadenza?

Is Kia Cadenza fast?

What engine is in the Kia Cadenza?