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2017 Kia Cadenza

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Rating7.7

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$31,990 - $44,390
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 2, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Luxurious and well-equipped interior

Rivals are much quicker

The 2017 Kia Cadenza was completely redesigned

Dynamic road presence

Average cargo room

Potent V-6 motor

Balanced and smooth ride quality

Specs & Features

$31,990

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 2017 Kia Cadenza makes for an excellent contender in the fullsize sedan segment. With 3 trims on offer, the Cadenza retails for an MSRP of $32,890, competing directly with the Chrysler 300, the Nissan Maxima, and the Ford Taurus. Only a 3.3L V6 engine is offered, mated to an 8-Speed Automatic transmission. Together, they produce 290 horsepower and 253 lb-ft of torque. Accelerating from 0-60 in 6.5 seconds, the Kia Cadenza maintains a combined fuel economy of 23 MPG. Kia offers the Cadenza in 5 stunning colors, with the Gravity Blue being a particular favorite of ours.

Buying Advice

In our opinion, the 2017 Kia Cadenza Premium trim is the best choice among the three trim levels. Consumers will be happy with the Premium trim because it comes equipped with a plethora of standard features, including leather-trimmed seats, heated front seats, dual-zone automatic climate control, an 8-way power-adjustable front passenger seat, and a 10-way power-adjustable driver's seat.

Trims

    Premium
    $31,990 onwards
    • 18-inch machined aluminum Wheels
    • 1St row LCD monitor
    • Driver Lumbar support
    • Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning
    • Front Fog/driving lights
    • Nappa leather seats
    • Siriusxm AM/FM/Satellite
    Technology
    $38,990 onwards
    • 19-inch machined alloy wheels
    • Navigation system
    • Parking assist
    • Rain Sensing Windshield wipers
    Limited
    $44,390 onwards
    • 19-inch gray aluminum Wheels

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Price

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Engine

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Rating

7.7

Horsepower

290 hp @ 6400 rpm

Torque

253 lb.-ft. @ 5200 rpm

Capacity

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2017 Kia Cadenza vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    		SourceCompare
    		6.6 sec14.8 sec148 mph
    		5.7 sec14.2 sec141 mph
    		5.9 sec--
    		6.1 sec14.6 sec-
    		6.1 sec14.5 sec-
    		6.3 sec--
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    2017 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.
      		39 mpg46 mpg42 mpg15.9 gal.-
      		27 mpg39 mpg31 mpg18 gal.486/702 mi.
      		27 mpg36 mpg30 mpg13 gal.351/468 mi.
      		24 mpg36 mpg29 mpg18.5 gal.444/629 mi.
      		25 mpg34 mpg29 mpg18.5 gal.462.5/629 mi.

      2017 Kia Cadenza vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        		SourceCompare
        		195.7 in.73.6 in.57.9 in.6 in.112.4 in.
        		201.3 in.73 in.58.9 in.7 in.111.7 in.
        2017 Kia K900

        Ranked #2

        		200.6 in.74.8 in.58.5 in.5.7 in.119.9 in.
        		197.5 in.73.5 in.57.5 in.7 in.114.4 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.

        2017 Kia Cadenza vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          		SourceCompare
          		16 cu.ft.107.8 cu.ft.-
          		15.8 cu.ft.103.2 cu.ft.256.5 cu.ft.
          		16 cu.ft.101.4 cu.ft.122.7 cu.ft.
          2017 Mazda 6

          Ranked #3

          		14.8 cu.ft.99.7 cu.ft.120.1 cu.ft.
          		16.3 cu.ft.106.1 cu.ft.104.6 cu.ft.
          		15 cu.ft.100 cu.ft.83.2 cu.ft.

          2017 Kia Cadenza vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            		SourceCompare
            		-16 cu.ft.--
            		83.1 cu.ft.16 cu.ft.93.8 cu.ft.-
            		256.5 cu.ft.15.8 cu.ft.256.5 cu.ft.-
            		13.1 cu.ft.15.3 cu.ft.15.3 cu.ft.-
            		43 cu.ft.15 cu.ft.43 cu.ft.-
            2017 Kia K900

            Ranked #6

            		16.4 cu.ft.15.9 cu.ft.15.9 cu.ft.-

            2017 Kia Cadenza vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              		SourceCompare
              		-1085 lbs.3633 lbs.
              		1000 lbs.-3662 lbs.
              		1000 lbs.930 lbs.3505 lbs.
              		1000 lbs.1091 lbs.3263 lbs.
              		1000 lbs.-3431 lbs.
              		--3108 lbs.

              2017 Kia Cadenza Sedan Problems, Issues, Complaints, Recalls, and which year to avoid?

              2

              Recalls

              1

              Investigations

              24

              Complaints
              Overall Safety Rating
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