What is the Kia Cadenza?
The Cadenza is a large sedan that sat near the top of Kia’s range. In South Korea, Kia called the model the K7; it was exported under the Cadenza name.
Cadenza generations and engines
The first generation (VG) was sold in North America from 2014 to 2016. The second generation (YG) followed for 2017–2020 in the United States and Canada. North American versions used a 3.3 L petrol engine. The European Union’s 2012 registration entry is for a 3.5 L petrol model rated at 213 kW (290 PS).
How economical is the Kia Cadenza?
The best combined EPA rating is 23 MPG, and the lowest listed US consumption is 10.2 L/100 km. Canada’s lowest listed figure is also 10.2 L/100 km, measured on the NRCan 5-cycle test. The EPA and Canadian test procedures differ, so matching consumption figures do not mean the tests are identical. The EU entry records 46 registrations in 2012.
Where was the Cadenza sold?
North American figures cover the United States from 2014 to 2020 and Canada from 2014 to 2019. The EU registration entry is for 2012.
Questions and answers
What was the Cadenza called in South Korea?
It was known as the Kia K7 in South Korea.
What engine appears in the North American listings?
A 3.3 L petrol engine is listed for both the United States and Canada.
What is the Cadenza’s best combined EPA rating?
The best combined EPA rating is 23 MPG.
How many Cadenza registrations were recorded in the EU entry?
The 2012 European Union entry records 46 registrations.
