2014 Kia Cadenza consumer reviews

Purchased this car used after comparing it to the Toyota Avalon. Price was very low compared to MSRP and about three thousand less than same year Avalon. At the time of purchase reliability was rated as extremely high by consumer reports but that has since dropped. Pros Amazing value for a used car Heated and ventilated seats Quick acceleration Styling still looks great Fantastic stereo Reliability: Reliability has been awful. I’ve noted common problems in brackets. Major and minor repairs included: Pretensioner replacement (and timing chain and guides) very common there is a technical service bulletin and was covered under extended warranty (over four thousand dollars). Headlamp and fog light replacement due to condensation (2000 repair) Oil pan leak Air conditioner gas leak Rear camera stopped working (common in most Kias flickering or no picture) Steering wheel controls broke off in cold weather. Made of brittle plastic. Steering wheel leather disintegrating (common) Rubber surround for sunroof shredded when opening (common) Wind noise through windshield (common complaint). No repair available. Key fob plastic breaks (common) Emergency parking brake motor failure Emergency parking brake switch failure Rear suspension failure Also note extensive wait times for Kia to approve warranty work. In some cases 8 weeks and a thorough review of all maintenance records. Unacceptable time period. Cons: Water leaks into trunk when opened if it’s raining (common complaint) Passenger seat won’t raise and many complain can’t see our window (common complaint) No Apple auto or android auto upgrade for nav (upgrade available for 2014 soul) Lots of creaks from sunroof Loud suspension noise Poor gas mileage compared to competition Adaptive cruise control does not detect stopped objects (I.e stationary car in front). No collision detection system which is odd as this car has radar. Overall: still enjoy driving this car when it’s not being serviced. I would have rather purchased a Toyota as although I hate the styling of it I would not be taking it in for components breaking so much. I am extremely nervous about holding onto this car once the extended warranty ends but I can’t sell it because no one wants these cars.

Great car with sleek exterior & interior design. 3.3L V6 engine has enough power and fun to drive. Great and up-to-date options such as Panoramic Sunroof, Heated/Cooled Nappa-leather seats with power adjumstment function, Dual-zone climate control, Electric-Rear Sunshade and more. Truely a great car to enjoy and reliable day-to-day car.

One of the best Luxury cars for the money Kia hit it out of the park with this one Love all the features and drives like a dream

This is a truly loaded sedan. Very comfortable and still incredibly sporty. Very quick turbo engine. Incredibly responsive and really Higgs the road. Gorgeous inside and out.

This car is very luxurious and is a whole lot of car for a very reasonable price. Excellent car and value. Car is fun to drive!

Timing Chain Tensioner went bad at 62000 miles($2600 repair), right after the warranty. The optima has recalls that the Cadenza does not but are experiencing the same issues costing cadenza owners lots of money! My sense of security has vanished. Im terrified Im going to blow a head gasket now and I don't feel the problem will be resolved due to the lower volume of sales compared to the Optima) Driver seat is comfy, lots of space in the backseat! Smooth and sleek. Passenger seat sits really low and doesn't raise. Lots of extras :) When it rains and you open the trunk the water pours into the trunk. I would say that's a design flaw. If Kia would recall the faulty parts I would recommend this car to everyone. However the problems are HUGE and no recalls have happened.

Got mine with12,000 miles ! Paid 18k yup a 33,000 + car and not even broken in ! Now has 4200 two and a half years later . ZERO. Problems ! Actually getting better mileage 29-30. @ 70-75 mph . Tons of power , you just have to know how to use it . Shut off stability and traction . Get a feel for the gas pedal an 0-60 is well under 6 sec . Pretty sure the engine is closer to 325 than 292 hp . It’s offered in the genesis in Canada and rated higher ! Just by putting it in a different body ? Ok sure ! Wonderful Napa leather with heated and cooled seats . Decent info system but I missed out on the Apple play compatibility by 1 year :( . Otherwise very nice driving , handling . Made to cruise the highway all day at 85 like sitting in your favorite chair at home ,probably better unles your chair has almost infinite positions . Adjustable lumbar , and a little extension that lifts up behind your knees

This car gives me everything I could ask for.It rides really good .radio and sound system sounds great and easy to use.love the heated seats and steering wheel on cold winter mornings and air condition seat keep you cool.

I love this car. Very fun to drive. Lots of cool features. There is a ton of space which was very helpful for a tall person like me.

This car met all of my needs. It is stylish, comfortable and affordable. This is the best car I have owned!! Leather Interior, wood grain finishing...I love it!