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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-doorsedan
Layout	Front-engine, front-wheel-drive
Related	Hyundai Grandeur Hyundai Aslan
Chronology
Predecessor	Kia Amanti/Opirus
Successor	Kia K8

TheKia Cadenza (also known in South Korea asKia K7) (Korean:기아 K7) is afull-size/executivesedan manufactured byKia. It was launched in 2010 to replace theKia Opirus/Amanti.^[1]

As of January 2014, it was sold inSouth Korea,United States,Canada,China,Colombia,Brazil,Chile, and theMiddle 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.^[2]

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: 2.4LTheta IIMPII4 2.4LTheta IIGDI I4 2.7LMu MPIV6 3.0LLambda GDI V6 3.3LLambda GDI V6 3.5LLambda MPI V6 LPG: 2.7LMu LPI V6 3.0LLambda LPI V6
Transmission	6-speedautomatic
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 newfront-wheel-driveType-N platform^[3] withMacPherson front suspension and amultilink rear suspension. The Cadenza was offered with three gasoline engines ranging from 165horsepower to 290 horsepower for the 3.5-literLambda. A new 2.4-literTheta II withgasoline 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.^[4]

The Kia Cadenza was designed by Kia design chiefPeter Schreyer who was chief designer atAudi and uses Kia's corporateTiger Nose grille.

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

The car featuresNappa leather seats, a feature commonly found on more expensive vehicles such as those fromBMW andMercedes-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.

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

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: 2.4LTheta II GDII4 2.5LSmartstreamGDI I4 3.0LLambda II GDIV6 3.3LLambda IIMPI V6 3.3LLambda II GDI V6 3.5LLambda II MPI V6 Hybridpetrol: 2.4LTheta II MPI I4 LPG: 3.0LLambda IILPI V6 Diesel: 2.2LR IICRDi I4
Electric motor	38kWpermanent magnet high-power density motor
Transmission	6-speedautomatic 8-speed automatic
Battery	1.76kWhLi-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-literV6 that generates 290 horsepower (294 PS; 216 kW). Aside from the 6-speedautomatic, the Cadenza is offered with a new in-house developed 8-speed automatic with a drive mode select system.^[5]

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.^[6] 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.

The Cadenza received a "Top Safety Pick+" rating from theInsurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS).^[7]

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

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

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