Kia Cadenza

Overview

Kia Motors Corporation is a South Korea based automobile manufacturer that produces a wide range of vehicles including compact hatchbacks, sedans, SUVs and passenger vans. Coming from the clan of Kia is yet another sweet innovation called Cadenza. This elegant sedan shares its layout with Type-N platform and uses the new front wheel drive by Kia design team chief Peter Schreyer who had also been a chief designer at Audi and is known for using Kia's corporate Tiger Nose grille. Cadenza is a large sedan with beguiling looks which is captivating enough to turn heads. Cadenza is quick and quite responsive in its nature. The engine specification of Cadenza is specified by its V6 3.5 litre DOHC, Dual CVVT Lambda II engine with a multi – point fuel injection system. The lightweight V6 engine gives out a maximum power output of 290 PS at 6600 rpm and a maximum torque of 338 Nm at 5000 rpm.

Kia Cadenza has got an eye-catching look granted by its excellent styling and design. The conventional Kia design and graceful structure gives the car an air of charisma. The contemporary Kia front grille, crisp lines and an elevated rear further adds to the style quotient of the car. The plush interiors of Kia Cadenza include overhead lighting console placed down longitudinally at cabin's center ceiling, ventilated front and rear air ducts, Integrated Memory System that automatically adjusts the steering wheel, driver seat with 8-way power and the outside mirrors, Rear armrest with a remote control, Radio/CD/Mp3 player with a superior sound quality, and a 7 inch TFT-LCD supervision cluster embedded in it.

Safety in Kia Cadenza is handled by its 4 wheel disc brakes with ABS(Anti-Lock Braking System, Electronic stability control, Rear view camera, Electronic Parking Brake, Vehicle stability management system,front seat belts pre-tensioners, Traction control system, Hill Start Assist Control, Tire-pressure monitoring system and 8 optimally situated airbags.

Mileage and Fuel economy

Kia Cadenza is designed to generate a combined efficient fuel economy of 10 litres over 100 kilometres by its V6 engine. The mileage offered is generous considering the amount of power it transmits.

Power

The 3.5 litre,V6 DOHC engine of Kia Cadenza produces a maximum power of 290 PS at 6600 rpm and a maximum torque of 338 Nm at 5000 rpm. This engine is mated with 6-speed automatic transmission along with paddle shift facility which makes it deliver decent acceleration and pick up.

Acceleration & Pickup

Kia Cadenza with is 3.5 litre powerful engine storms from 0 to 100 kmph in a fraction of 7.2 seconds. It can clock a top speed of 230 km/hr which is quite an impressive figure.

Exterior

Kia Cadenza is emphasized with a uniquely designed exterior look with an innovative front and rear profile. The High-Intensity Discharge headlights coupled with Dynamic Bending lights is designed in Kia Cadenza so that it can easily cut through the darkness on roads. The outside mirrors are power-folding in nature and the Panoramic sunroof with power retractable can be tilted as well as slided. The glasses are of Solar control and hydrophobic essence whereas the front windshield glass is of Sound-absorbing type and rear one is of heated type. The windshield wipers in Kia Cadenza are variable intermittent and the dual integrated exhaust is coupled with a chrome surround in it. This sedan has been bestowed with sill molding at chrome side and lines that are gorgeously flowing by its side and are in a balanced proportion giving Cadenza an eye-catching look.

Exterior Measurements

The silhouette of this sedan stands on overall dimensions of 4970 mm X 1850 mm X 1475 mm (L X W X H) with a comforting wheelbase measuring 2845 mm.

Interior

The interiors of Kia Cadenza have set their own standard in Bangladesh market with a plush and lavish cabin that provides a comforting interior with high technology specified engineering. The overhead lighting console in Kia Cadenza is designed to run longitudinally down at cabin's center ceiling. This console encloses a LED mood lamp which is large in size with twin reading lamps situated at each end giving an elegant aura. The driver and front passenger seats are incorporated with air ducts that are inner-mounted resulting in prevention of perspiration during hot weather. Kia Cadenza is embraced with an Integrated Memory System that is set to remember the position of preferred driving position and then automatically adjusts the steering wheel,driver seat with 8-way power and the outside mirrors. The Rear armrest is provided with a remote control that controls the climate control system and audio system. It has got a Radio/CD/Mp3 player with a superior sound quality. The additional feature that is remarkable in Cadenza's interiors is it 7 inches TFT-LCD supervision cluster designed to deliver a HD full-color display with enormous driving information.

Interior Comfort

Kia Cadenza is emphasized with an illuminated glove box which is lockable and is fitted with a recognizable light that makes it easier to find items at night. The car is equipped with cool air vents at both the driver seat and passengers seats to ensure a cool environment via the inner-mounted air ducts. The full auto climate control system features a dual-zone temperature with a cluster ionizer to ensure a clean and odor free air. The interior comfort also includes pure leather seats with rear seat warmers and driver seat knee extension providing utmost comfort to driver and passengers.

Interior Measurement

In order to fulfill the traveling needs, Cadenza offers a boot space of 451 litres which is quite decent for a 5-seater.

Engine and Performance

Kia Cadenza exhibits a great performance by its powerful V6,DOHC Lambda II gasoline engine with an engine capacity of 3.5 litres. The lightweight V6 engine of Kia Cadenza generates a maximum power output of 290 PS at 6600 rpm and a maximum torque of 338 Nm at 5000 rpm. The engine is engineered with a cylinder block of Aluminum that is featured with a Dual continuously Variable-Valve timing system that maximizes efficiency and a silent timing chain system to lower the noise content generated by engine.

Stereo and Accessories

Kia Cadenza is engraved with a futuristic dashboard featuring simple yet elegant looks and design. The dashboard has been incorporated with an audio player with basic technology. It improvises a Radio with MP3 player in it. The stereo is easy to handle and is supported an Infinity Sound System that enhances the acoustic experience of the passengers. The audio player embeds an AUX and USB port connectivity in it for built-in audio streaming.

Wheels

The sporty aura of Cadenza is made lively by its large diameter alloy wheels. Cadenza comes employed with a wide variety of alloy wheels ranging from 17 inch to 19 inch.

Braking and Handling

The front wheels of Cadenza have ventilated disc brakes and the rear have solid disc brakes for efficient braking of the vehicle. Since this sedan has McPherson strut and independent coil spring with stabilizer bar along with gas shock absorbers suspension at front wheels and multi link with independent coil springs along with gas absorbers suspension at rear wheels, you can experience comfortable ride on any kind of terrain.

Safety and Security

Kia Cadenza offers a superlative degree of safety by its high tech features. The high tensile body with a strong build up structure, yet light in weight is held responsible to improve the impact resistance, the cabin noise level and road performance. Kia Cadenza comes equipped with 8 airbags at front, side and curtain type to provide safety to all its passengers. Various other active and passive safety features are provided in this luxurious sedan. Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) and Electronic Stability Control features of Kia Cadenza assure firmness and stability of slippery driveways. Hill Assist Control (HAC) is also packed for the convenience of the driver during the uphilling of this car. Other than these features, Blind spot detection, active front head restraints and automatic lock on doors is also provided for maximum safety of all the passengers.

Pros

Well-constructed cabin
Efficient V6 engine
Easy-to-use electronic interface

Cons

Only one engine variant
Poor Audio system
Small trunk for the class