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2017 Kia Cadenza consumer reviews

$31,990 starting MSRP
side view of 2017 Cadenza Kia
(106 reviews)
96% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.9
  • Interior 4.9
  • Performance 4.7
  • Value 4.7
  • Exterior 4.8
  • Reliability 4.8
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One of the best cars I have ever owned!!

This car has exceeded all of my expectations on looks, options and price. I am glad I chose the Cadenza Limited over the Audi I was considering. Excellent warranty!!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Best car I have ever owned.

This care is smooth but when you need power, it will give it to you. It is the best luxury vehicle i have ever owned. I can't think of any other car i would own.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Luxury style car without the price tag

This car is surprisingly luxurious. Nice clean lines, and smooth flowing interior. One thing i would change is that the shiny black plastic that is used for the console in the front and along the doors needs to be more scratch resistant. i have been neurotic about keeping it clean and these areas show small scratches quite easily.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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CADENZA NICE BUT SLUGGISH

Overall a nice car performance is a little sluggish but amenities make up for it very smooth comfortable ride with plenty of room, good on gas.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 2.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Phenomenal Value

I've bought four Kias and this is by far the nicest one yet and has provided the best bang for my buck. It is very spacious, comfortable, has a ton of features, decent performance, and I find the aesthetics to be beautiful. Definitely recommend.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Very Poor Initial Quality

Maybe it's just my car - and I know it has JD Power initial quality award for the segment - but I'm having a few issues that started when I initially got the car. I had to sign the paperwork before they delivered this new car to the dealership - it had scrapes in the hood, the door rattles, the dashboard makes noises in the heat - occasionally the temperature gauge starts out showing an exterior temp of 32 degrees even when it's well over 70, and sometimes the rear camera stays on ten second past pushing the car out of reverse into drive. The car handles ok, acceleration is poor though. Excellent use of space and nice panoramic roof... No SMS notifications in infotainment system which my last two cars had... This is my first Kia, and I'm disappointed - it will be my last - like I said before I was debating between a 2 and 3 year lease - I'm glad I went with the two year.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 2.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 3.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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A True Hidden Gem!

Now on my second Cadenza, 1st was a 2015 Limited I leased for an incredible buy and lucky to land another deal on a new leftover 2017. Do your research Kia offers huge dealer incentives on these cars because they don?t move on the lots. Don?t mistake that with low quality. Few cars exist that are incredible buys simply because they are relatively unknown by the public, this car is one of those. The 2015 was flawless in reliability and quality. I?m very picky and critical if I find issues and that car had none. These cars are popular elsewhere but not in the US. The 2017 SXL just makes the entire Cadenza package even better! Heads up display, power smart trunk, quilted Napa leather. The list of safety features is awesome. This car is basically an unbadged Lexus or Infinity in quality and features. Better more upscale in design as well. . The interior is quality wherever you look and comes with a ton of features that outpace the competition. I?ve owned luxury cars from most all manufactures but this one tops them all. Give it a try you will love it and will not be driving the same thing everyone else does. Can?t say enough good about this car. Thanks Kia you did an awesome job!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Best car I?ve owned

It?s got tons of leg room. Very classy interior. Very quiet and smooth ride. I got tons of bells and whistles. I love the warranty.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Best Car Ever Purchased. Happy deal was offered

I love the look, feel, color, drive, and all the options offered with this car, it is a smart luxury looking car that offers great comfort overall

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Wow Pure Luxury

Cadillac should pay attention ....this Cadenza is pure LUXURY. My wife loves the car, so when Mama is happy everybody is happy . Thank you Kurt at the Kia dealership in St. George Utah!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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