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Kia Cadenza 2017-2020
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- Price
- $31,990–$44,500
- MPG
- 23
- Strength: Strong cargo & utility
- Strength: Strong comfort
- Watch-out: Below-average driving fun
- Watch-out: Below-average running costs
How it scores for you10 scores
An Avalon-grade cruiser nobody cross-shopped — serene, roomy, well-built, and quietly one of the segment's better values.
Recalled about half as often as cars of the same model years; 1 of its 3 recalls was serious. Based on recalls and serious defect reports — it doesn't capture everyday repairs or problems fixed by warranty extensions. Adjusted +3 points for its wider reputation.
Not yet crash-tested by NHTSA, so this is scored as middle-of-the-road.
About $2,800 a year in fuel (EPA estimate) — cheaper to run than about 44% of cars we track.
16 cu ft of cargo space — more than about 77% of other sedans we track.
Limo-like rear legroom and a 16 cu ft trunk.
Refined 290-hp V6 and composed manners, tuned entirely for ease rather than engagement.
8-inch touchscreen, CarPlay, and a full ADAS suite on upper trims — strong for its 2017-2020 window.
Genuinely serene ride and a quality cabin; punches at Avalon level.
Typical resale value for a sedan.
No published tow rating; front- or rear-wheel drive only.
Safety & recalls5 recalls
Not yet rated by NHTSA.
5 recalls · 2 common complaint areas across 2017–2020
- Engine — 6 complaints (2017)
- Recall — Electrical: software; visibility: power window devices and controls (2020)
- Electrical — 6 complaints (2017)
2020
- RecallElectrical: software; visibility: power window devices and controls22V022000
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2020 Cadenza vehicles. The rear power windows can be operated by the driver's power window main switch after the ignition has been turned off and a front door is opened. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehi
2019
- RecallService brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: control unit/module21V137000
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Sportage and Cadenza vehicles. The electrical circuit in the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) may short-circuit, which can cause a fire in the engine compartment.
2018
- RecallService brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: control unit/module21V137000
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Sportage and Cadenza vehicles. The electrical circuit in the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) may short-circuit, which can cause a fire in the engine compartment.
2017
- RecallService brakes, hydraulic: power assist: vacuum: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings17V190000
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017 Cadenza vehicles. The brake vacuum hose on the affected vehicles may kink, reducing braking performance.
- RecallService brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: control unit/module21V137000
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Sportage and Cadenza vehicles. The electrical circuit in the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) may short-circuit, which can cause a fire in the engine compartment.
- Complaint clusterEngine6 complaintscomplaints:ENGINE
Engine oil light is on and there is a burning smell when I drive. Fear of a fire breaking out in the engine when driving or parked. Had it looked at by a technician and they expressed those concerns to me and that brings me great worry. The service technician believed it was just the oil cap being l
- Complaint clusterElectrical6 complaintscomplaints:ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The vehicle harness is burned and under recall sc206 for HECU fuses that was allegedly repaired which should have required a check of the harness connections . part number 91223f6632 is for the wire harness during engine replacement for campaign wty039 I was told the harness was melted and needed re
Cost to own$25,700 / 5 yr
MSRP, new
$31,990–$44,500
Estimated used price, by model year
$2,800/yr
EPA estimate, combined fuel cost per year.
Specs
City MPG
20
Highway MPG
28
Combined MPG
23
Horsepower
290 hp
Doors
4
Length
195.7 in
Width
73.6 in
Height
57.9 in
Wheelbase
112.2 in
Curb weight
3,633 lb
Cargo volume
16 cu ft
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