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2018 Kia Cadenza
2018 Kia Cadenza Rebates and Incentives
Prices and Incentives
Dealer Price:
$32,290 - $44,690
Original MSRP:
$30,408 - $41,320
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NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS
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| Overall Safety Rating | N/A |
2018 Kia Cadenza Review
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Warranty Information
| Basic: | 5 Years/60,000 Miles |
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Recalls Issued
| US NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID | 21V137000 |
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| Mfg's Report Date | MAR 03, 2021 |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE |
| Number of Units Affected | 379931 |
| Summary | 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. |
| Consequence | An engine compartment fire can increase the risk of injury. |
| Remedy | Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures as a precaution until the recall repair is complete. Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace certain fuses in the electrical junction box. Vehicles equipped with an electronic parking brake (EPB) will also receive a HECU software update. Repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on April 30, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC206. |
| Manufacturer Recall Number | SC206 |
2018 Kia Cadenza Models & Prices
2018 Kia Cadenza Premium
| Dealer Price | Dealer Invoice Pricing | Estimated Payments | ||
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| Premium Sedan | $32,290 | $30,408 | $496 / Month* | |
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2018 Kia Cadenza Technology
| Dealer Price | Dealer Invoice Pricing | Estimated Payments | ||
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| Technology Sedan | $39,290 | $36,328 | $592 / Month* | |
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2018 Kia Cadenza Limited
| Dealer Price | Dealer Invoice Pricing | Estimated Payments | ||
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| Limited Sedan | $44,690 | $41,320 | $673 / Month* | |
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2018 Kia Cadenza Features and Standard Equipment
EXTERIOR Features
| Premium | Technology | Limited | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Auto On/Off Projector Beam Halogen Daytime Running Headlamps w/Delay-Off | • | ||
| Auto On/Off Projector Beam Led Low/High Beam Daytime Running Auto High-Beam Headlamps w/Delay-Off | • | • | |
| Black Grille w/Chrome Surround | • | ||
| Body-Colored Front Bumper w/Chrome Bumper Insert | • | • | • |
| Body-Colored Power Heated Side Mirrors w/Manual Folding and Turn Signal Indicator | • | ||
| Body-Colored Power w/Tilt Down Heated Side Mirrors w/Power Folding and Turn Signal Indicator | • | ||
| Body-Colored Rear Bumper w/Chrome Bumper Insert | • | • | • |
| Chrome Bodyside Insert and Body-Colored Bodyside Cladding | • | • | • |
| Chrome Door Handles | • | • | • |
| Chrome Grille | • | • | |
| Chrome Power w/Tilt Down Heated Side Mirrors w/Power Folding and Turn Signal Indicator | • | ||
| Chrome Side Windows Trim and Black Front Windshield Trim | • | • | • |
| Clearcoat Paint | • | • | • |
| Compact Spare Tire Mounted Inside Under Cargo | • | • | • |
| Express Open/Close Sliding And Tilting Glass 1st And 2nd Row Sunroof w/Power Sunshade | • | • | |
| Fixed Rear Window w/Defroster | • | • | |
| Fixed Rear Window w/Defroster and Power Blind | • | ||
| Front Fog Lamps | • | • | • |
| Front Windshield -inc: Sun Visor Strip | • | • | • |
| Fully Galvanized Steel Panels | • | • | • |
| Headlights-Automatic Highbeams | • | • | |
| Laminated Glass | • | • | • |
| LED Brakelights | • | • | • |
| Light Tinted Glass | • | • | • |
| Perimeter/Approach Lights | • | • | • |
| Power Close Trunk/Liftgate Rear Cargo Access | • | ||
| Rain Detecting Variable Intermittent Wipers w/Heated Wiper Park | • | • | |
| Steel Spare Wheel | • | • | • |
| Tires: P245/40R19 | • | • | |
| Tires: P245/45R18 | • | ||
| Trunk Rear Cargo Access | • | • | |
| Variable Intermittent Wipers | • | ||
| Wheels w/Machined Accents | • | • | |
| Wheels: 7.5J x 18" Alloy | • | ||
| Wheels: 8.0J x 19" Alloy | • | ||
| Wheels: 8.0J x 19" Dark Satin Alloy | • |
INTERIOR Features
| Premium | Technology | Limited | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10-Way Driver Seat | • | • | |
| 2 12V DC Power Outlets | • | • | • |
| 2 Seatback Storage Pockets | • | • | • |
| 8-Way Driver Seat | • | ||
| 8-Way Passenger Seat | • | • | |
| Air Filtration | • | • | • |
| Analog Appearance | • | ||
| Bench Front Facing Heated Rear Seat | • | ||
| Bench Front Facing Rear Seat | • | • | |
| Cargo Space Lights | • | • | • |
| Carpet Floor Trim and Carpet Trunk Lid/Rear Cargo Door Trim | • | • | • |
| Compass | • | • | |
| Cruise Control w/Steering Wheel Controls | • | • | • |
| Day-Night Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror | • | • | • |
| Delayed Accessory Power | • | • | • |
| Digital/Analog Appearance | • | • | |
| Distance Pacing w/Traffic Stop-Go | • | • | |
| Driver / Passenger And Rear Door Bins | • | • | • |
| Driver And Passenger Visor Vanity Mirrors w/Driver And Passenger Illumination | • | • | • |
| Driver Foot Rest | • | • | • |
| Driver Information Center | • | • | • |
| Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning | • | • | • |
| Fade-To-Off Interior Lighting | • | • | • |
| FOB Controls -inc: Cargo Access | • | • | • |
| Front And Rear Map Lights | • | • | • |
| Front Center Armrest and Rear Center Armrest w/Pass-Thru | • | • | |
| Front Center Armrest w/Storage and Rear Center Armrest w/Pass-Thru | • | ||
| Front Cupholder | • | • | • |
| Full Carpet Floor Covering -inc: Carpet Front And Rear Floor Mats | • | • | • |
| Full Cloth Headliner | • | • | • |
| Full Floor Console w/Covered Storage, Mini Overhead Console w/Storage and 2 12V DC Power Outlets | • | • | • |
| Gauges -inc: Speedometer, Odometer, Engine Coolant Temp, Tachometer, Trip Odometer and Trip Computer | • | • | • |
| Head-Up Display | • | ||
| Heated & Ventilated Front Bucket Seats -inc: 14-way power adjustable driver seat w/4-way power lumbar support, driver seat cushion extension, 10-way power adjustable front passenger seat w/2-way power lumbar support and 2-position driver integrated memory system for driver seat, exterior mirrors and steering column | • | • | |
| Heated Front Bucket Seats -inc: power 10-way driver seat w/power lumbar support and 8-way power front passenger seat w/height adjustment | • | ||
| Heated Leather/Piano Black Steering Wheel w/Auto Tilt-Away | • | • | |
| HomeLink Garage Door Transmitter | • | • | |
| HVAC -inc: Underseat Ducts and Console Ducts | • | • | • |
| Illuminated Locking Glove Box | • | • | • |
| Immobilizer | • | • | • |
| Interior Trim -inc: Simulated Wood Instrument Panel Insert, Simulated Wood Door Panel Insert, Piano Black Console Insert and Chrome/Metal-Look Interior Accents | • | • | |
| Interior Trim -inc: Simulated Wood Instrument Panel Insert, Simulated Wood Door Panel Insert, Piano Black Console Insert, Chrome/Metal-Look Interior Accents and Leatherette Upholstered Dashboard | • | ||
| Leather Door Trim Insert | • | ||
| Leather Seat Trim | • | • | |
| Leather/Metal-Look Gear Shifter Material | • | • | • |
| Leather/Piano Black Steering Wheel | • | ||
| Leatherette Door Trim Insert | • | • | |
| Manual Adjustable Front Head Restraints and Manual Adjustable Rear Head Restraints | • | • | • |
| Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column | • | ||
| Outside Temp Gauge | • | • | • |
| Passenger Seat | • | ||
| Perimeter Alarm | • | • | • |
| Power 1st Row Windows w/Driver And Passenger 1-Touch Up/Down | • | • | • |
| Power Door Locks w/Autolock Feature | • | • | • |
| Power Rear Windows | • | • | |
| Power Rear Windows and w/Manual 2nd Row Sun Blinds | • | ||
| Power Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column | • | • | |
| Premium Quilted Nappa Leather Seat Trim | • | ||
| Proximity Key For Doors And Push Button Start | • | • | • |
| Rear Cupholder | • | • | • |
| Redundant Digital Speedometer | • | • | • |
| Remote Keyless Entry w/Integrated Key Transmitter, 2 Door Curb/Courtesy, Illuminated Entry, Illuminated Ignition Switch and Panic Button | • | • | • |
| Remote Releases -Inc: Smart Power Trunk Proximity Cargo Access and Power Fuel | • | ||
| Remote Releases -Inc: Smart Trunk Proximity Cargo Access and Power Fuel | • | • | |
| Trip Computer | • | • | • |
| Valet Function | • | • | • |
MECHANICAL Features
| Premium | Technology | Limited | |
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| 18.5 Gal. Fuel Tank | • | • | • |
| 180 Amp Alternator | • | • | • |
| 3.32 Axle Ratio | • | • | • |
| 4-Wheel Disc Brakes w/4-Wheel ABS, Front Vented Discs, Brake Assist and Hill Hold Control | • | ||
| 4-Wheel Disc Brakes w/4-Wheel ABS, Front Vented Discs, Brake Assist, Hill Hold Control and Electric Parking Brake | • | • | |
| 80-Amp/Hr 660CCA Maintenance-Free Battery w/Run Down Protection | • | • | • |
| Electric Power-Assist Steering | • | • | • |
| Engine: 3.3L DOHC GDI V6 | • | • | • |
| Front Anti-Roll Bar | • | • | • |
| Front-Wheel Drive | • | • | • |
| Gas-Pressurized Shock Absorbers | • | • | • |
| Multi-Link Rear Suspension w/Coil Springs | • | • | • |
| Quasi-Dual Stainless Steel Exhaust w/Chrome Tailpipe Finisher | • | • | • |
| Strut Front Suspension w/Coil Springs | • | • | • |
| Transmission w/Driver Selectable Mode | • | • | • |
| Transmission: 8-Speed Automatic -inc: Sportmatic smart shift and drive, | • | • | • |
SAFETY Features
| Premium | Technology | Limited | |
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| ABS And Driveline Traction Control | • | • | • |
| Aerial View Camera System | • | ||
| Airbag Occupancy Sensor | • | • | • |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB) and Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) | • | • | |
| Back-Up Camera | • | • | |
| Blind Spot Detection (BSD) Blind Spot | • | • | |
| Collision Mitigation-Front | • | • | |
| Curtain 1st And 2nd Row Airbags | • | • | • |
| Driver Knee Airbag and Rear Side-Impact Airbag | • | • | • |
| Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags | • | • | • |
| Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags | • | • | • |
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) | • | • | • |
| Front Camera | • | ||
| Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS) Lane Departure Warning | • | • | |
| Left Side Camera | • | ||
| Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Rear Center 3 Point, Height Adjusters and Pretensioners | • | • | • |
| Park Assist Rear Parking Sensors | • | • | |
| Rear Child Safety Locks | • | • | • |
| Restricted Driving Mode | • | • | • |
| Right Side Camera | • | ||
| Side Impact Beams | • | • | • |
| Surround View Monitor Back-Up Camera | • | ||
| Tire Specific Low Tire Pressure Warning | • | • | • |
ENTERTAINMENT Features
| Premium | Technology | Limited | |
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| 1 LCD Monitor In The Front | • | ||
| 2 LCD Monitors In The Front | • | • | |
| Radio w/Seek-Scan, Clock, Speed Compensated Volume Control, Steering Wheel Controls, Radio Data System and Internal Memory | • | • | • |
| Radio: AM/FM/MP3 UVO eServices Infotainment System -inc: 8 speakers, 7" touchscreen, SiriusXM Radio, USB/auxiliary input jacks, Bluetooth wireless technology, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay smartphone integration, | • | ||
| Radio: AM/FM/MP3 UVO eServices w/Premium Nav -inc: 630 watt, QuantumLogic, harman/kardon surround sound system, 12 speakers, Clari-Fi, 8" touch screen, CD player, HD Radio, SiriusXM Radio, SiriusXM Traffic, USB/auxiliary input jacks, Bluetooth wireless technology, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay smartphone integration | • | • | |
| Window Grid Antenna | • | • | • |
2018 Kia Cadenza Options and Addition Equipment
ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT Options
| Premium | Technology | Limited | |
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| LUXURY PACKAGE -inc: Smart Welcome, Blind Spot Detection, Rear Park Assist System, Power Folding Outside Mirrors, Auto Dimming Rear View Mirror w/Homelink & Compass, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Front Door Pocket Lights, Lane Change Assist, Radio: UVO eServices w/Premium Navigation, 630 watt, QuantumLogic , harman/kardon surround sound system, 12 speakers, Clari-Fi, 8" touch screen, CD player, HD Radio, SiriusXM Radio, USB/auxiliary input jacks, Bluetooth wireless technology, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay smartphone integration, Puddle Lamps | • | ||
| PANORAMIC SUNROOF W/POWER SHADE -inc: LED Interior Lighting | • | ||
| RADIO: UVO ESERVICES WITH PREMIUM NAVIGATION -inc: 630 watt, QuantumLogic, harman/kardon surround sound system, 12 speakers, Clari-Fi, 8" touch screen, CD player, HD Radio, SiriusXM Radio, USB/auxiliary input jacks, Bluetooth wireless technology, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay smartphone integration | • | ||
| WHITE INTERIOR PACKAGE -inc: white Nappa leather seats | • |
PAINT SCHEME Options
| Premium | Technology | Limited | |
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| STANDARD PAINT | • | • | • |
PORT INSTALLED OPTIONS Options
| Premium | Technology | Limited | |
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| BUMPER APPLIQUE (PIO) | • | • | • |
| CARGO MAT (PIO) | • | • | |
| CARGO NET (PIO) | • | • | • |
| CARGO TRAY (PIO) | • | • | • |
| PAINT PROTECTION PACKAGE (PIO) | • | • | • |
| WHEEL LOCKS (PIO) | • | • | • |
PRIMARY PAINT Options
| Premium | Technology | Limited | |
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| AURORA BLACK | • | • | • |
| GRANITE BROWN | • | ||
| GRAVITY BLUE | • | • | • |
| MOSS GRAY | • | ||
| PLATINUM GRAPHITE | • | • | • |
| SILKY SILVER | • | • | • |
| SNOW WHITE PEARL | • | • | • |
SEAT TRIM Options
| Premium | Technology | Limited | |
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| BEIGE, LEATHER SEAT TRIM | • | • | |
| BLACK, LEATHER SEAT TRIM | • | • | |
| BLACK, PREMIUM QUILTED NAPPA LEATHER SEAT TRIM | • | ||
| BROWN, PREMIUM QUILTED NAPPA LEATHER SEAT TRIM | • |
2018 Kia Cadenza Technical Specifications
Brakes
| Premium | Technology | Limited | |
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| Brake ABS System | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel |
| Disc - Front (Yes or ) | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Disc - Rear (Yes or ) | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) | 12.6 | 12.6 | 12.6 |
| Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) | 11.8 | 11.8 | 11.8 |
Cargo Area Dimensions
| Premium | Technology | Limited | |
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| Trunk Volume (ft) | 16 | 16 | 16 |
Engine
| Premium | Technology | Limited | |
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| Displacement | 3.3 L/204 | 3.3 L/204 | 3.3 L/204 |
| Engine Type | Regular Unleaded V-6 | Regular Unleaded V-6 | Regular Unleaded V-6 |
| SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM | 290 @ 6400 | 290 @ 6400 | 290 @ 6400 |
| SAE Net Torque @ RPM | 253 @ 5200 | 253 @ 5200 | 253 @ 5200 |
Exterior Dimensions
| Premium | Technology | Limited | |
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| Height, Overall (in) | 57.9 | 57.9 | 57.9 |
| Length, Overall (in) | 195.7 | 195.7 | 195.7 |
| Wheelbase (in) | 112.4 | 112.4 | 112.4 |
| Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) | 73.6 | 73.6 | 73.6 |
Fuel Tank
| Premium | Technology | Limited | |
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| Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal) | 18.5 | 18.5 | 18.5 |
Steering
| Premium | Technology | Limited | |
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| Steering Type | Rack-Pinion | Rack-Pinion | Rack-Pinion |
| Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) | 37.2 | 37.2 | 37.2 |
Suspension
| Premium | Technology | Limited | |
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| Suspension Type - Front | Strut | Strut | Strut |
| Suspension Type - Rear | Multi-Link | Multi-Link | Multi-Link |
| Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) | Multi-Link | Multi-Link | Multi-Link |
Tires
| Premium | Technology | Limited | |
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| Front Tire Size | P245/45VR18 | P245/40VR19 | P245/40VR19 |
| Rear Tire Size | P245/45VR18 | P245/40VR19 | P245/40VR19 |
Transmission
| Premium | Technology | Limited | |
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| Drivetrain | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Trans Description Cont. | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD |
| Trans Type | 8 | 8 | 8 |
Vehicle
| Premium | Technology | Limited | |
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| Front Head Room (in) | 38.5 | 38.5 | 38.5 |
| Front Leg Room (in) | 45.5 | 45.5 | 45.5 |
| Front Shoulder Room (in) | 58.3 | 58.3 | 58.3 |
| Passenger Capacity | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Passenger Volume (ft) | 107.8 | 107.8 | 107.8 |
| Second Head Room (in) | 37.6 | 37.6 | 37.6 |
| Second Leg Room (in) | 37.2 | 37.2 | 37.2 |
| Second Shoulder Room (in) | 56.5 | 56.5 | 56.5 |
Weight Information
| Premium | Technology | Limited | |
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| Base Curb Weight (lbs) | 3633 | 3770 | 3770 |
2018 Kia Cadenza Safety Features
Safety Features
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) |
| ABS And Driveline Traction Control |
| Side Impact Beams |
| Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags |
| Tire Specific Low Tire Pressure Warning |
| Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags |
| Curtain 1st And 2nd Row Airbags |
| Airbag Occupancy Sensor |
| Driver Knee Airbag and Rear Side-Impact Airbag |
| Restricted Driving Mode |
| Rear Child Safety Locks |
| Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Rear Center 3 Point, Height Adjusters and Pretensioners |
| Back-Up Camera |
| Park Assist Rear Parking Sensors |
| Blind Spot Detection (BSD) Blind Spot |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB) and Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) |
| Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS) Lane Departure Warning |
| Collision Mitigation-Front |
| Aerial View Camera System |
| Surround View Monitor Back-Up Camera |
| Front Camera |
| Left Side Camera |
| Right Side Camera |
News Reports & Reviews
| NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS | N/A |
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