2014 Kia Cadenza – Lately, it feels like South Korea has invaded many countries with its production starting with drama and music which is widely known as K-Pop. Now, the automotive industry takes further action to strengthen the hallyu wave. One of them, Kia, plans to release The 2014 Kia Cadenza officially in US next year though actually, this car has been in international market since 2009 before the new fusion became a hit.
Engine
The engine used in cadenza is 3.3-liter V-6, which provides the speed and ability of 293 horsepower and 255 lb-ft of torque just like its cousin’s product: Hyundai Azera. This car is made of 60% high tensile steel to ensure the quality. Inside, the Cadenza offers more room than Chevy Impala or Toyota Avalon. But, the leg room seems a bit off. While the trunk is pretty much the same with its competitors. You may say it is similar with Hyundai Azera, but in a better version. Overall, it has all things needed to be a luxury car: stylish design, smooth ride, and comfortable seats.
Interior
The 2014 Kia Cadenza has several packages to offer: the standard, the premium, and the technology package. The standard version is actually pretty impressive because it includes wide touch screen, audio system, leather trim, dual zone climate control, 10-way power driver seat, and push button start. The premium package is added with heated front and outboard seats, a smart sunroof, adjustable steering wheel, TFT display, and 12 way power driver seat. While the technology package provides you simplicity and user friendly interface which is accompanied with cruise control, 19 inches aluminium wheels, lane departure warning, and blind spot monitoring. Fuel efficiency is 19 mpg in the city while on the highway it spends more, about 28 mpg.
Price
The standard Kia Cadenza 2014 is pretty expensive, about $50,000-$70,000 they say if it is officially sold in US market and to get the other packages you have to spend $3,000 more to get those features. Some say it is not necessary to pay more because you can get better car with the same amount of money. Strangely, the Cadenza ranks 1st out of 9 affordable large cars. So, it is not surprise if you are being tempted with BMW, Infiniti, or Lexus since the price range are the same. Even so, you can not deny that despite all of the critics about the prize, Cadenza is still a complete package, worthy enough to choose. This car is more expensive than 2014 Opel Cascada Cabriolet.