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2020 Kia Cadenza

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Rating7.3

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Fullsize Sedan
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$37,850 - $43,550
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on January 31, 2024

ProsConsWhat's New

A well-apppointed cabin

Smaller trunk than rivals

Entry-level Premium trim is no more

Stunning exterior design

Average driving dynamics

Refreshed exterior and interior

A ton of standard features right from the base trim

Updated tech features

Adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assist, and automated emergency braking with pedestrian detection are now standard

Specs & Features

$37,850

price

290 hp @ 6400 rpm

horsepower

253 lb.-ft. @ 5200 rpm

torque

8-Speed Shiftable Automatic

transmission

3.3L 6cyl FWD 8A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2020 Kia Cadenza makes for an excellent contender in the full-size sedan class. With 2 trims on offer, the Kia Cadenza has a base MSRP of $37,850, with prices going all the way up to an MSRP of $43,550. It competes directly with the Toyota Avalon, the Chrysler 300, the Chevrolet Impala, and the Ford Taurus. Accelerating from 0-60 in 6.8 seconds, the Cadenza maintains a combined fuel economy of 23 MPG. Add to that the premium appeal of the car, and you have industry experts like "Alex on Autos" call it a discounted Lexus. Check out his video below for more insights on the 2020 Cadenza. 

Buying Advice

There is no shortage of features in the base Technology trim. However, we will recommend the range-topping Limited trim because it comes with a lot of luxury amenities such as upgraded leather upholstery, ventilated front seats, heated outboard rear seats, a heated steering wheel, and a 360-degree camera system, and a power-adjustable steering wheel. It also offers heated windshield wipers and 19-inch wheels.

Trims

    Technology
    $37,850 onwards
    • Engine: 3.3L 6cyl FWD 8A
    • Horsepower: 290 hp @ 6400 rpm hp
    • Torque: 253 lb.-ft. @ 5200 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 6.7 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 23 mpg
    Limited
    $43,550 onwards
    • Engine: 3.3L 6cyl FWD 8A
    • Horsepower: 290 hp @ 6400 rpm hp
    • Torque: 253 lb.-ft. @ 5200 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 6.8 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 23 mpg

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2020 Kia Cadenza vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    		SourceCompare
    		6.7 sec14.9 sec-
    		4.6 sec--
    		5 sec-130 mph
    		5.1 sec--
    		5.3 sec--
    		5.3 sec13.7 sec130 mph
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    2020 Kia Cadenza vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      		SourceCompare
      		20 mpg28 mpg23 mpg18.5 gal.370/518 mi.
      		30 mpg38 mpg33 mpg14.8 gal.444/562.4 mi.
      		29 mpg36 mpg32 mpg15.8 gal.458.2/568.8 mi.
      		28 mpg39 mpg32 mpg16.2 gal.453.6/631.8 mi.
      		27 mpg38 mpg32 mpg14.8 gal.414.4/562.4 mi.
      		27 mpg35 mpg30 mpg18.5 gal.499.5/647.5 mi.

      2020 Kia Cadenza vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        		SourceCompare
        		196.7 in.73.6 in.57.9 in.-112.4 in.
        		227.2 in.79.4 in.64.8 in.5.3 in.139.8 in.
        		208.7 in.76.6 in.58.5 in.4.8 in.123.1 in.
        		207.4 in.74.9 in.58.2 in.5.3 in.126.4 in.
        		206.9 in.74.8 in.58.8 in.5 in.124.6 in.
        		206.1 in.74.8 in.57.5 in.6.6 in.123 in.

        2020 Kia Cadenza vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          		SourceCompare
          		16 cu.ft.107.8 cu.ft.16 cu.ft.
          		16.3 cu.ft.106.3 cu.ft.190.3 cu.ft.
          2020 Mazda 6

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          		14.7 cu.ft.99.8 cu.ft.148.9 cu.ft.
          		15.9 cu.ft.120.7 cu.ft.147.4 cu.ft.
          		16 cu.ft.102.8 cu.ft.83.1 cu.ft.
          		12.5 cu.ft.104.8 cu.ft.12.5 cu.ft.

          2020 Kia Cadenza vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            		SourceCompare
            		252.6 cu.ft.16 cu.ft.16 cu.ft.-
            		44.2 cu.ft.18.7 cu.ft.18.7 cu.ft.-
            		13 cu.ft.16 cu.ft.13 cu.ft.-
            		83.1 cu.ft.16 cu.ft.83.1 cu.ft.99 ft.
            		64 cu.ft.12.5 cu.ft.12.5 cu.ft.-
            		-15.9 cu.ft.--

            2020 Kia Cadenza vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              		SourceCompare
              		--3799 lbs.
              		1000 lbs.1087 lbs.4013 lbs.
              		1000 lbs.926 lbs.3325 lbs.
              		1000 lbs.-3410 lbs.
              		--5644 lbs.
              		-1126 lbs.3552 lbs.

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