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2016 Kia Cadenza

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Rating7.9

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Fullsize Sedan
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$32,990 - $44,090
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on September 26, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Muscular V6 motor

Rivals are more fuel efficient

New base trim level was introduced

Plush and spacious interiors

Cargo room isn't practical either

No major changes on the mechanical front

Intuitive and well designed dash

Ample set of features as standard

Specs & Features

$32,990

price

293 hp @ 6400 rpm

horsepower

255 lb.-ft. @ 5200 rpm

torque

6-Speed Shiftable Automatic

transmission

3.3L 6cyl FWD 6A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

Competing in the fullsize sedan segment, the 2016 Kia Cadenza is a direct competitor to the Toyota Avalon, the Buick Lacrosse, and the Chevrolet Impala. With three trims, the 2016 Kia Cadenza Sedan carries an MSRP of $32,990. It offers a 3.3L V6 engine and a 6-speed automatic transmission, producing 293 horsepower and 255 lb-ft of torque. Through this powertrain, the Kia Cadenza Sedan manages a 0-60 of 6.5 seconds and a combined fuel economy of 22 MPG.

Buying Advice

With a steady set of features out of the box, the 2016 Cadenza is a decent buy, but we recommend the Premium trim. A premium audio system and a wide range of driver assistance features are included in this mid level trim.

Trims

    Base
    $32,990 onwards
    • 18-inch machined aluminum Wheels
    • 1St row LCD monitor
    • Driver Lumbar support
    • Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning
    • Front Fog/driving lights
    • Navigation system
    Premium
    $35,990 onwards
    • Parking assist
    • Rain Sensing Windshield wipers
    Limited
    $44,090 onwards
    • 19-inch chrome aluminum Wheels

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Engine

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Rating

7.91

Horsepower

293 hp @ 6400 rpm

Torque

255 lb.-ft. @ 5200 rpm

Capacity

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2016 Kia Cadenza vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    		SourceCompare
    		6.2 sec14.7 sec154 mph
    		5.9 sec--
    		6.1 sec14.5 sec-
    		6.2 sec14.7 sec-
    		6.3 sec--
    		6.6 sec15.1 sec142 mph
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    2016 Kia Cadenza vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      		SourceCompare
      		19 mpg28 mpg22 mpg18.5 gal.351.5/518 mi.
      		27 mpg39 mpg31 mpg18 gal.486/702 mi.
      		27 mpg37 mpg31 mpg13 gal.351/481 mi.
      		26 mpg36 mpg30 mpg18.5 gal.481/666 mi.
      		25 mpg38 mpg30 mpg18.5 gal.462.50/703 mi.
      2016 Mazda 6

      Ranked #3

      		25 mpg37 mpg29 mpg16.4 gal.410/606.8 mi.

      2016 Kia Cadenza vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        		SourceCompare
        		195.7 in.72.8 in.58.1 in.5.4 in.112 in.
        		198.4 in.75 in.58.2 in.4.9 in.120.2 in.
        		196.9 in.73.1 in.59.2 in.7 in.111.7 in.
        		196.5 in.74.4 in.58.3 in.5.3 in.118.5 in.
        		196.1 in.74.4 in.57.7 in.3.8 in.112.2 in.
        		193.8 in.73 in.57.6 in.7 in.111.4 in.

        2016 Kia Cadenza vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          		SourceCompare
          		15.9 cu.ft.106.8 cu.ft.-
          		16 cu.ft.101.4 cu.ft.323.1 cu.ft.
          		16.5 cu.ft.104.7 cu.ft.150 cu.ft.
          		27.4 cu.ft.106.1 cu.ft.135.7 cu.ft.
          2016 Mazda 6

          Ranked #4

          		14.8 cu.ft.99.7 cu.ft.120.8 cu.ft.
          		13.3 cu.ft.142.7 cu.ft.83.2 cu.ft.

          2016 Kia Cadenza vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            		SourceCompare
            		-15.9 cu.ft.--
            		82 cu.ft.15.4 cu.ft.82 cu.ft.-
            		-15.8 cu.ft.-98 ft.
            		12.7 cu.ft.14.3 cu.ft.12.7 cu.ft.-
            		24 cu.ft.14.9 cu.ft.14.9 cu.ft.122 ft.
            		43 cu.ft.15 cu.ft.43 cu.ft.-

            2016 Kia Cadenza vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              		SourceCompare
              		-1085 lbs.3670 lbs.
              		1000 lbs.-3431 lbs.
              		1000 lbs.-3895 lbs.
              		--3473 lbs.
              		-1303 lbs.3170 lbs.
              		--3252 lbs.

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