Kia Cadenza
2017–2020 model years · Generation introduced 2017
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- Available years
- 2017–2020
- Yearly records
- 4
- Reported market values
- $9,325–$17,175
The overview
Although the styling changes are subtle, the redesigned 2017 Cadenza features an all-new body structure. The new car is based on the Kia Optima, but it is considerably larger, competing with the Toyota Avalon and Chevrolet Impala. The car is roomy and quiet, with easy-to-use controls. Ride and handling are nothing special but pleasant enough. The 290-hp, 3.3-liter V6 is slick and powerful, and the eight-speed automatic shifts smoothly. Higher-end Limited versions include more soft-touch surfaces, real stitching on the dashboard, and available Nappa leather seats. For 2020, the Cadenza comes standard with a suite of safety and convenience systems, including forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, lane departure warning, lane keeping assistance, blind spot warning, rear cross traffic warning and adaptive cruise control. This was also the final year for the Cadenza.
Generation summary from Consumer Reports. Year-specific figures appear below; missing values mean unavailable, not zero.
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Each row keeps its own source data.
| Model year | Market value | Reliability | Owner rating | EPA combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 ↗ Technology sedan Front 3.3-liter V6 (290 hp) (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 8-speed | $17,175 | Not rated | Not rated | 23 MPG |
| 2019 ↗ Premium sedan Front 3.3-liter V6 (290 hp) (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 8-speed | $14,700 | Not rated | Not rated | 23 MPG |
| 2018 ↗ Premium sedan Front 3.3-liter V6 (290 hp) (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 8-speed | $12,100 | Not rated | Not rated | 23 MPG |
| 2017 ↗ Premium sedan Front 3.3-liter V6 (290 hp) (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 8-speed | $9,325 | Not rated | Not rated | 23 MPG |
Values depend on trim and condition. Ratings are source-reported; road-test results may describe a tested configuration.
Year by year
2020 model
Technology sedan Front 3.3-liter V6 (290 hp) (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 8-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2020 listings ↗ Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- sedan
- Drive type
- FWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Large cars
- Generation began
- 2017
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $17,175
- Retail value range
- $17,050 - $17,300
- Original MSRP range
- $37,850 - $43,550
- Trade-in range
- $13,810 - $14,355
Ratings
- Road test score
- 91/100
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 20 MPG
- EPA highway
- 28 MPG
- EPA combined
- 23 MPG
- Tested city
- 16 MPG
- Tested highway
- 36 MPG
- Tested overall
- 24 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $1,985
- Cruising range
- 445 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 2.9 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 7 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 127 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 52 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 197 in
- Width
- 74 in
- Height
- 58 in
- Wheelbase
- 112 in
- Weight
- 3,725 lb
- Maximum load
- 905 lb
- Towing capacity
- 0 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 5 people
- Front head room
- 3 in
- Front leg room
- 42 in
- Rear head room
- 3 in
- Rear leg room
- 31 in
- Luggage
- 4+0+0
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 3/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 5/10
- SmartWay
- No
Vehicle ID: 15023 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2019 model
Premium sedan Front 3.3-liter V6 (290 hp) (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 8-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2019 listings ↗ Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- sedan
- Drive type
- FWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Large cars
- Generation began
- 2017
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $14,700
- Retail value range
- $11,975 - $15,275
- Original MSRP range
- $33,100 - $44,100
- Trade-in range
- $8,630 - $12,045
Ratings
- Road test score
- 91/100
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 20 MPG
- EPA highway
- 28 MPG
- EPA combined
- 23 MPG
- Tested city
- 16 MPG
- Tested highway
- 36 MPG
- Tested overall
- 24 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $1,985
- Cruising range
- 445 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 2.9 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 7 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 127 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 52 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 196 in
- Width
- 74 in
- Height
- 58 in
- Wheelbase
- 112 in
- Weight
- 3,725 lb
- Maximum load
- 905 lb
- Towing capacity
- 0 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 5 people
- Front head room
- 3 in
- Front leg room
- 42 in
- Rear head room
- 3 in
- Rear leg room
- 31 in
- Luggage
- 4+0+0
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 3/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 5/10
- SmartWay
- No
Vehicle ID: 13570 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2018 model
Premium sedan Front 3.3-liter V6 (290 hp) (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 8-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2018 listings ↗ Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- sedan
- Drive type
- FWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Large cars
- Generation began
- 2017
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $12,100
- Retail value range
- $10,350 - $12,850
- Original MSRP range
- $32,290 - $44,690
- Trade-in range
- $7,050 - $9,460
Ratings
- Road test score
- 91/100
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 20 MPG
- EPA highway
- 28 MPG
- EPA combined
- 23 MPG
- Tested city
- 16 MPG
- Tested highway
- 36 MPG
- Tested overall
- 24 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $1,985
- Cruising range
- 445 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 2.9 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 7 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 127 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 52 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 196 in
- Width
- 74 in
- Height
- 58 in
- Wheelbase
- 112 in
- Weight
- 3,725 lb
- Maximum load
- 905 lb
- Towing capacity
- 0 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 5 people
- Front head room
- 3 in
- Front leg room
- 42 in
- Rear head room
- 3 in
- Rear leg room
- 31 in
- Luggage
- 4+0+0
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 3/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 5/10
- SmartWay
- No
Vehicle ID: 11544 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2017 model
Premium sedan Front 3.3-liter V6 (290 hp) (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 8-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2017 listings ↗ Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- sedan
- Drive type
- FWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Large cars
- Generation began
- 2017
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $9,325
- Retail value range
- $7,950 - $10,175
- Original MSRP range
- $31,990 - $44,390
- Trade-in range
- $4,760 - $6,905
Ratings
- Road test score
- 91/100
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 20 MPG
- EPA highway
- 28 MPG
- EPA combined
- 23 MPG
- Tested city
- 16 MPG
- Tested highway
- 36 MPG
- Tested overall
- 24 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $1,985
- Cruising range
- 445 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 2.9 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 7 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 127 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 52 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 196 in
- Width
- 74 in
- Height
- 58 in
- Wheelbase
- 112 in
- Weight
- 3,725 lb
- Maximum load
- 905 lb
- Towing capacity
- 0 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 5 people
- Front head room
- 3 in
- Front leg room
- 42 in
- Rear head room
- 3 in
- Rear leg room
- 31 in
- Luggage
- 4+0+0
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 6/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 5/10
- SmartWay
- No
Vehicle ID: 7685 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
Behind the data
Latest source update: September 11, 2026
Vehicle summaries, specifications, pricing and ratings come from Consumer Reports vehicle records. Auto Guide groups these records by model and reported generation start year.
Available years are listed explicitly. Gaps do not imply that a model was discontinued. Prices are source estimates, not live offers. No first-hand road test by Auto Guide is claimed.
