If you remember the last large sedan produced by Kia Motors in 2009, the Amanti, then for this year you have to be ready to see the company’s new line up in the same form, but with different name, and better style, 2014 Kia Cadenza. As a full-size sedan that will compete with Toyota Avalon, Buick LaCrosse, Acira TL, even its Korean cousin Hyundai Azera, 2014 Kia Cadenza is scheduled to be launched this mid year with a price range from $35,900 to $41,900.
Exterior
2014 Kia Cadenza is all-new model for this year. The dimension is longer and wider than the 2014 Ford Transit, and this sedan is actually share the same platform as Hyundai Azera. We could see that the company tends to make a good sporty image to 2014 Kia Cadenza although its all over profile look more like a luxurious sedan which is still okay for the consumer. Offering such plenty premium features together with its sharp, and timeless styling is one thing that could make this car’s design will stay longer than other competitors. Standard features available including 18-inch alloy wheels, automatic headlights, fog lights and power-folding side view mirrors. Kia also provide the technology package that count in 19-inch alloy wheels, adaptive cruise control, electronic parking braking brake, and many other advance interior and technology features. With all offers that the company’s given, this new Cadenza will be the most upscale Kia ever.
Interior
Move to the cabin, 2014 Kia Cadenza offers that tidy and ergonomic room inside. The combination of nice interior design and premium material used is worth to brag. Nappa leather is covering all the seats, while all controls like audio, climate, phone, and navigation system are very accessible. Besides Chrysler/Dodge’s, 2014 Kia Cadenza’s multitasking interface is one of the best you can get with such a reasonable cost. Cadenza’s cabin is roomy and spacious, where its front and rear seats are very supportive for your back and leg. Kia also offers white package for the interior, where white leather coat, wood-grain accents, and suede headliner will be all yours.
Engine
The sedan is just planted by one kind of powertrain which is a 3.3 L V6 that pulls out 293 hp (faster than 2013 Toyota Avalon) and 255 lb-ft of torque. The power will be transmitted to the front wheels by a six-speed automatic transmission. Having the same power like Hyundai Azera, it is estimated to run from 0-60 mph in 7 seconds.
