The Kia Cadenza is a spacious sedan and an excellent example of what a 21st-century sedan should exactly be!
It’s available in three trims:
- 2019 Kia Cadenza Premium
- 2019 Kia Cadenza Technology
- 2019 Kia Cadenza Limited
All are front-wheel drive powered by a V6 3.3-liter -and 253 ft-lbs of torque, 290 horsepower while connected to front-wheel-drive, and an eight-speed automatic transmission.
It continues to tread the line between luxury and affordability finely.
2019 Kia Cadenza Premium
- Starting at $33,800 MSRP
- 3L Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) V6 engine with 290 horsepower
- UVO eServices Infotainment System w/7-inch touch screen, Apple CarPlay & Android Auto
- Leather seat trim with heated front seats
- Acoustic sound-reducing glass (windshield, front side windows)
- Rear-Camera Display
2019 Kia Cadenza Technology
- Starting at $38,890 MSRP*
- UVO eServices Infotainment System with 8-inch touch screen, Apple CarPlay & Android Auto
- Harman Kardon Premium audio surround-sound system with 12 speakers
- Premium navigation with 8-inch touch screen
- Panoramic sunroof with power sunshade
- Wireless charging system.
2019 Kia Cadenza Limited
- Starting at $44,800 MSRP
- 19-inch dark satin alloy wheels
- Quilted Nappa leather seat trim with heated front seats & rear outboard seat cushions
- Surround-View Monitor
- Head-Up Display
- Lane Departure Warning System
- Autonomous Emergency Braking
The affordable 2019 Kia Cadenza might reasonably be considered a luxury sedan. The Cadenza has a comfortable ride, a vast amount of interior space, and also an impressive standard and optional equipment and technology.
The cabin delivers high-quality materials, with a business-like design presenting standard leather seats. The Limited models and technology offer more luxury, including faux suede and changeable Nappa leather. The controls are ergonomically and centrally positioned around the touchscreen. There are several storage bins.
The front seats are soft and supportive – the Technology and Limited feature a power thigh bolster. The panoramic sunroof cuts into the front headroom.
Cadenza’s dynamic feature is its ride, which is stellar and even supple, and also on the larger 19-inch wheels.
There are four driving modes
- Comfort
- Eco
- Sport
- Smart
Moving forward evert 2019, Cadenza trims have something unique to offer and having said that below mentioned are some standard features the Cadenza is equipped
The Cadenza is a comfort-centered sedan, and it executes its primary function well. We like the hushed cabin at high speeds and the car’s adequate climate controls. But the ride is less refined than in some rivals, and the front seats aren’t great for road trips.
Seat comfort
The seats are initially comfortable, with plenty of cushions and soft leather. Even without the ventilation function, the places feel breathable. They are best suited for short trips because thigh support isn’t great; long-distance driving required multiple adjustments to alleviate driver fatigue.
Ride comfort
The comfort-tuned suspension glides over most rough road surfaces, but dips in the asphalt cause the body to lean and rock to the side more than in other large sedans. Impacts are better controlled and much less noticeable than in the previous Cadenza.
Noise & vibration
The cabin is quiet enough that you never need to raise your voice to talk. Wind and tire noise is noticeable but not overpowering, and you will hear the engine’s groan at low speeds. Vibration at idle is nonexistent to the point that you might think there’s a stop-start engine system.
Climate control
Heated front seats are standard on all Cadenzas, with the midtier Technology trim adding a heated steering wheel. Ventilated front seats and heated rears come only on the Limited.
Interior
The cabin of the Cadenza can only be described as expansive. There is ample of room for rear and front passengers. Even when the Easy Entry feature scoots the seat back, the driver won’t hit the knees of the occupant behind. The quality of materials is particularly impressive.
Ease of use
All buttons and knobs on the center stack are within arm’s reach of the driver and the front passenger. But the touchscreen is a little far away. Either front occupant will have to lean forward slightly to press the virtual buttons accurately.
Getting in/getting out
The wide doors, tall door openings, narrow side sills, and reserved seat bolsters make it easy to get into and out of the front seats. A gently sloping roofline facilitates access in and out of the back row.
Driving position
The driver’s seat presents several adjustments, including four-way lumbar and an extendable thigh bolster. The power steering wheel telescopes out pretty far, making it easy for tall drivers to find a comfortable position. It’s also easy to see over the low hood.
Roominess
The Cadenza’s large interior provides ample room all around for most occupants. Legroom is generous, allowing 6-foot adults to sit behind each other without knees hitting the seatback. Only very tall passengers in a sunroof-equipped Cadenza will brush up against the headliner.
Visibility
The tall, full front windows promote excellent forward and side visibility. The rear roof pillars are thick, but the associated small windows help reduce the blind spots. The rear window is generously sized, so it’s easy to see out the back.
Quality
Cadenza Limited’s materials quality seems appropriate, given its price tag. Quilted seat bolsters are an unexpected touch in this class, and thoughtful details such as a padded driver knee rest are appreciated. The glossy piano black and wood trim do not reflect glaring sunlight.
Utility
You’ll find many places to store small items, including a deep glove compartment and a pocket in each door. The trunk is large overall compared to those of most sedans, though it is slightly smaller than some in its class. The rear seat doesn’t fold to expand the cargo area.
Small-item storage
Front-seat occupants get a cubby beneath the center stack and a bin under the armrest to store small items. There’s not much storage in the rear, aside from the seatback map pockets. All doors have a cutout with room for a small water bottle. Four typically sized cupholders are split between front and rear.
Child safety seat accommodation
Four lower LATCH anchors are hidden beneath plastic covers on the outboard seats that fold down under pressure but cannot be removed. Three upper anchors are located on the rear shelf and are also concealed under covers. All are easy to access.
Technology
The Cadenza offers the latest tech features, including adaptive cruise control, a 360-degree parking camera, and Apple CarPlay. Execution is lacking, mostly due to the infotainment system’s menu structure and the wonky logic of driver aids. Navigation doesn’t use the predictive city and street names.
Audio & Navigation
The 12-speaker Harman Kardon system sounds fantastic, with a full volume range and a surround-sound effect that makes instruments and voices seem closer to the listener. We wish more than just treble, bass and mid were adjustable. Slow responses make the nav system a bit difficult to operate.
Smartphone integration
Android Auto and Apple CarPlay come on every Cadenza, while the Technology and Limited trims add a wireless phone charging pad under the center stack. Apple CarPlay is unusually difficult to find in the touchscreen menus. There’s one USB port in front and another behind the center console.
Driver aids
The adaptive cruise control accurately maintains the correct speed, even on downhill grades. Unfortunately, it’s slow to reapply acceleration if the car in front of you has turned or changed lanes. Lane departure warning is too sensitive, triggering an alarm with little provocation.
Voice control
Kia’s voice recognition software could use some work because the navigation system is easily confused by numbered streets (e.g., “5th Street”) and north-south-east-west descriptors. The phone book recognition is better. Siri Eyes Free is available if an iPhone is connected.
Conclusion
If you want a very comfortable and stylish full-size sedan in your driveway to impress your neighbors, the 2019 Kia Cadenza is a perfect choice. It has a stylish and roomy interior with leather upholstery, smooth powertrain, and a vast trunk, and a full suite of active safety equipment on all but the base model, not to mention an excellent warranty attribute.
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