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Kia Cadenza
Overview
Manufacturer	Kia
Also called	Kia K7 (South Korea)
Production	2009–2021
Body and chassis
Class	Full-size car/Executive car (E)
Body style	4-door sedan
Layout	Front-engine, front-wheel-drive
Related	Hyundai Grandeur Hyundai Aslan
Chronology
Predecessor	Kia Amanti/Opirus
Successor	Kia K8

The Kia Cadenza (also known in South Korea as Kia K7) (Korean: 기아 K7) is a full-size/executive sedan manufactured by Kia. It was launched in 2010 to replace the Kia Opirus/Amanti.

As of January 2014, it was sold in South Korea, United States, Canada, China, Colombia, Brazil, Chile, and the Middle East. A total of four engines were applied to the car as options, including the 2.4L Theta II MPI engine, 2.7L Mu MPI engine, 2.7L Mu LPI engine, and 3.5L Lambda II MPI engine, and a 6-speed automatic transmission as the gearbox.

First generation (VG; 2009)

First generation (VG)
Kia K7 (pre-facelift)
Overview
Production	2009–2016
Model years	2010–2016
Assembly	South Korea: Hwasung (Hwasung Plant) Kazakhstan: Oskemen (Azia Avto)
Designer	Peter Schreyer
Powertrain
Engine	Petrol: 2.4L Theta II MPI I4 2.4L Theta II GDI I4 2.7L Mu MPI V6 3.0L Lambda GDI V6 3.3L Lambda GDI V6 3.5L Lambda MPI V6 LPG: 2.7L Mu LPI V6 3.0L Lambda LPI V6
Transmission	6-speed automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2,845 mm (112.0 in)
Length	4,965 mm (195.5 in)
Width	1,850 mm (72.8 in)
Height	1,475 mm (58.1 in)
Curb weight	1,505–1,690 kg (3,318–3,726 lb)

The Cadenza uses the new front-wheel-drive Type-N platform with MacPherson front suspension and a multilink rear suspension. The Cadenza was offered with three gasoline engines ranging from 165 horsepower to 290 horsepower for the 3.5-liter Lambda. A new 2.4-liter Theta II with gasoline direct injection (GDI) that produced 201 horsepower was also available. A hybrid K7 700h was available in Korea, featuring a 159 hp four cylinder engine and a 35 kW electric motor.

The Kia Cadenza was designed by Kia design chief Peter Schreyer who was chief designer at Audi and uses Kia's corporate Tiger Nose grille.

In January 2013, Kia announced that the Cadenza will be available in the United States. It is Kia's version of the Hyundai Azera. Standard features will include leather seats, Bluetooth, a navigation system, Kia UVO, alloy wheels, and other luxury car features. This was one of five Korean luxury sedans sold in the United States at the time, the other four cars being the Hyundai Azera, Hyundai Genesis, Kia K900 and Hyundai Equus.

The car features Nappa leather seats, a feature commonly found on more expensive vehicles such as those from BMW and Mercedes-Benz. The Nappa leather is available in three colors: black, beige, or white (the white interior requires all three packages available on the Cadenza: the Luxury, Technology, and White Interior Packages). The driver's seat is both heated and ventilated, and the passenger's seat is heated. The rear seats can also be heated. A dual sunroof is available. The car features the 3.3L, 294 horsepower V6, the most powerful engine available for the Cadenza. The engine is used in the Cadenza's platform mate, the Hyundai Azera, and is a Hyundai-built engine from the Lambda engine family.

Powertrain

Gallery

• Kia K7 (pre-facelift)
• Kia Cadenza (facelift) (China)
• Kia Cadenza (facelift) (US)

Second generation (YG; 2016)

Second generation (YG)
2019 Kia Cadenza Limited
Overview
Production	2016–2021
Model years	2017–2020 (North America) 2017–2021 (Middle East)
Assembly	South Korea: Hwasung (Hwasung Plant)
Designer	Peter Schreyer
Powertrain
Engine	Petrol: 2.4L Theta II GDI I4 2.5L Smartstream GDI I4 3.0L Lambda II GDI V6 3.3L Lambda II MPI V6 3.3L Lambda II GDI V6 3.5L Lambda II MPI V6 Hybrid petrol: 2.4L Theta II MPI I4 LPG: 3.0L Lambda II LPI V6 Diesel: 2.2L R II CRDi I4
Electric motor	38kW permanent magnet high-power density motor
Transmission	6-speed automatic 8-speed automatic
Battery	1.76 kWh Li-ion Polymer
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2,855 mm (112.4 in)
Length	4,970 mm (195.7 in) (pre-facelift) 4,995 mm (196.7 in) (facelift)
Width	1,870 mm (73.6 in)
Height	1,470 mm (57.9 in)
Curb weight	1,555–1,730 kg (3,428–3,814 lb)

Released in Fall 2016, the second generation Kia Cadenza was redesigned by Peter Schreyer. The car is offered with a revised 3.3-liter V6 that generates 290 horsepower (294 PS; 216 kW). Aside from the 6-speed automatic, the Cadenza is offered with a new in-house developed 8-speed automatic with a drive mode select system.

2019 update

The Cadenza received a facelift in June 2019. Mechanical changes include a new 2.5L SmartStream G engine replacing the 2.4L Theta II GDI engine while the 3.5L Lambda II MPI engine replaces the 3.3L Lambda II GDI engine in some regions. For styling, the update includes a new grille and hood, new front and rear bumpers, new wheel design and a new 12.3 inch infotainment touchscreen.

The Cadenza was discontinued in Canada after the 2019 model year, and in the US after the 2020 model year. Kia cited the market transition from large cars to crossovers and SUVs. Production ended in January 2021 to make way for a new model, the Kia K8.

Powertrain

Safety

The Cadenza received a "Top Safety Pick+" rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS).

Test	Rating
Overall:
Small overlap front:	Good
Moderate overlap front:	Good
Side:	Good
Roof strength:	Good
Head restraints & seats:	Good
Front crash prevention:	Superior
Headlights:	Acceptable
Child seat anchors (Latch) ease of use:	Marginal

Gallery

• Rear view
• K7 facelift front (South Korea)
• K7 facelift rear (South Korea)

Sales

References

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