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2018 Kia Cadenza
$32,290 - $44,690Starting MSRP
Aurora Black
Model Highlights
Fuel Economy
23 MPG Comb.
Transmission
Automatic w/OD
Body Type
Sedan
Seatings
5 Seats
Overview
The engine at the heart of the Cadenza is a 3.3L V6 engine making 290 horsepower, sent to the front wheels. While front-wheel drive means slightly lower limits at the race track, it also means more space for interior occupants, without the...
What’s new in the 2018 model?
The 2018 Cadenza carries over with few changes. The Premium trim's Luxury Package now includes a panoramic sunroof and LED interior lighting
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Exterior
Aurora Black
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Specs
EPA Classification: Large Cars
Engine Order Code:
Engine Type: Regular Unleaded V-6
Displacement: 3.3 L/204
Fuel System: Gasoline Direct Injection
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM: 290 @ 6400
SAE Net Torque @ RPM: 253 @ 5200
Drivetrain: Front Wheel Drive
Trans Order Code:
Trans Type: 8
Trans Description Cont.: Automatic w/OD
Trans Description Cont. Again:
First Gear Ratio (:1): 4.81
Second Gear Ratio (:1): 2.90
Third Gear Ratio (:1): 1.86
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1): 1.42
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1): 1.22
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1): 1.00
Reverse Ratio (:1): 3.42
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1): 3.32
Seventh Gear Ratio (:1): 0.80
Eighth Gear Ratio (:1): 0.65
Fuel Economy Est-Combined (MPG): 23
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG): 20
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG): 28
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary): 660
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps): 180
Base Curb Weight (lbs): 3770
Suspension Type - Front: Strut
Suspension Type - Rear: Multi-Link
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.): Strut
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.): Multi-Link
Brake Type: 4-Wheel Disc
Brake ABS System: 4-Wheel
Disc - Front (Yes or ): Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ): Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 12.6
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 11.8
Drum - Rear (Yes or ):
Rear Drum Diam x Width (in):
Front Tire Order Code:
Rear Tire Order Code:
Spare Tire Order Code:
Front Tire Size: P245/40VR19
Rear Tire Size: P245/40VR19
Spare Tire Size: Compact
Front Wheel Size (in): 19 X 8
Rear Wheel Size (in): 19 X 8
Spare Wheel Size (in): Compact
Front Wheel Material: Aluminum
Rear Wheel Material: Aluminum
Spare Wheel Material: Steel
Steering Type: Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft): 37.2
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal): 18.5
Wheelbase (in): 112.4
Length, Overall (in): 195.7
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in): 73.6
Height, Overall (in): 57.9
Track Width, Front (in): 63.1
Track Width, Rear (in): 63.4
Trunk Volume (ft³): 16
Passenger Capacity: 5
Passenger Volume (ft³): 107.8
Front Head Room (in): 38.5
Front Leg Room (in): 45.5
Front Shoulder Room (in): 58.3
Front Hip Room (in): 56.5
Second Head Room (in): 37.6
Second Leg Room (in): 37.2
Second Shoulder Room (in): 56.5
Second Hip Room (in): 56.3
Vehicle Name: Kia Cadenza
Body Style: Sedan
Tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year: 7.6
Pricing
This model has 3 different trims.
MSRP
$44,690
Invoice
$41,320
Description
3.3 L/204, 290 @ 6400, Automatic w/OD
Fuel Economy
This model has 3 different trims.
City
20 MPG
Hwy
28 MPG
Combined
23 MPG
Description
3.3 L/204, 290 @ 6400, Automatic w/OD
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