Used 2020 Kia Cadenza Consumer Reviews
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We have a limited number of reviews for the 2020 Cadenza, so we've included reviews for other years of the Cadenza since its last redesign.
The Cadenza tells people you know about cars.
Rob, Las Vegas, Nevada, 07/05/2023
2017 Kia Cadenza Technology 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 8A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
The Cadenza is a joy in every possible way. There is simply not another car at anywhere near this price point that has all the benefits of this one. The one caveat I would offer is this: do you want a big car? Seems simple, but if you're used to driving something smaller it definitely provides a different experience. And I love it. If you are one of those who still likes a large sedan, with plenty of room and comfort for five, this is your car. Run, don't walk, to the nearest Cadenza, drive it, and you will more than likely end up owning it. Even technology from 2017, in this car, is astonishing. It is extremely comfortable, very quick, comfortable, and gives you a feeling of security and safety. I read a lot about cars and have wanted a Cadenza for years. I just purchased one, and I could not be happier. I have owned Audis, Cadillacs, Acuras, and BMWs, among others, and no car has been a better choice than the Cadenza. Buy one and thank me later! :)
Catchy review
Bill Carbon, 04/22/2018
updated 10/26/2020
2017 Kia Cadenza Limited 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 8A)
4 of 6 people found this review helpful
A really good car; had a 2017 Premium with luxury pkg. Missed some of the good stuff and traded it for a Limited, same year, after a month. Really enjoy the added toys. Only been driving this one for a week, but think it is a great car and glad I made the latest move. Hard to find but definitely worth the effort. I have now owned this car for 6 months and have a problem which Kia has not been able to solve. I would prefer to see the outcome of this situation before I continue to review. The problem is the high beam assist does not work. This, I found, is a pre-production car made for the car shows, and the high beam assist was never added to the car, and it cannot be added. I spent 5 months trying to get the problem fixed and cannot. I did get some nice compensation from Kia for my wasted time and effort. Now having other headlite problems. There always seems to be problems getting parts, as the car is built in Korea and the have to get some of their parts from Korea. Get some strange noises the Kia Tech says are normal with current EPA requirements. Hard Michlein tires made for a hard ride. Have put on Perilli tires and it rides like a whole different, newer, better car. 65 MPH on the interstate, it gets 36 MPG. Despite its problems, it is a good car and I enjoy driving it. Would consider buying another. Thank you.
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Glad I only got the two year lease...
Nick, 04/26/2018
2017 Kia Cadenza Premium 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 8A)
11 of 21 people found this review helpful
Maybe it's just my car - and I know it has JD Power initial quality award for the segment - but I'm having a few issues that started when I initially got the car. The door rattles, the dashboard makes noises in the heat - occasionally the temperature gauge starts out showing an exterior temp of 32 degrees even when it's well over 70, and sometimes the rear camera stays on ten second past pushing the car out of reverse into drive. The car handles ok, acceleration is poor though. Excellent use of space and nice panoramic roof... No SMS notifications in infotainment system which my last two cars had... This is my first Kia, and I'm disappointed - it will be my last - like I said before I was debating between a 2 and 3 year lease - I'm glad I went with the two year.
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Almost there...
Will, 06/03/2019
2017 Kia Cadenza Limited 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 8A)
6 of 11 people found this review helpful
The Cadenza is Kia’s near luxury sedan and does a great job at that. It’s got everything you could think of needing at the Limited trim level. AEB, adaptive cruise, LDW, heads up display, heated/ventilated seats, heated steering wheel, heated rear seats, wireless charging, Apple/android audio, Nav, tons of room, etc. and it’s $46k sticker is 20k less than a similarly equipped 5 series or E class. Now, onto the issues. Less than 15k miles and already have the wheels flaking. Some rattling issues and have noticed the transmission making some hard shifts and being in the wrong gear. It’s definitely not the quickest among its competitors. It’s already had one recall for the engine thermostat. The panoramic moonroof is awesome until you open it. The wind diffuser that pops up ruins the look of the car. The somewhat odd looking Z in the lights is a look that doesn’t match the car or any car. Overall, excellent value for the money. If they work out the kinks, fix some questionable exterior design (z lights), and add some power, they have a world class sedan.
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My Dream Car!
Shennywynn Wynn, 04/14/2018
2018 Kia Cadenza Technology 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 8A)
9 of 19 people found this review helpful
Don’t sleep on Kia’s
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