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Kia Cadenza I 2.4 (181 Hp) Automatic
Overall Rating
Kia Cadenza:
The Kia Cadenza is a full-size/executive sedan manufactured by Kia. It was launched in 2010 to replace the Kia Opirus/Amanti.
As of January 2014, it was sold in South Korea, United States, Canada, China, Colombia, Brazil, Chile, and the Middle East. A total of four engines were applied to the car as options, including the 2. 4L Theta II MPI engine, 2. 7L Mu MPI engine, 2. 7L Mu LPI engine, and 3. 5L Lambda II MPI engine, and a 6-speed automatic transmission as the gearbox....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I Overview:
Kia Cadenza (I). With 231 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1506 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Kia Cadenza I generation was not tested by Euro NCAP. It did, however, receive a 'Top Safety Pick' rating from the IIHS in the US for certain model years, indicating a good level of safety performance in its primary markets.
2.4 (181 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 4-cylinder engine provides sufficient power for urban environments but can feel strained during rapid acceleration or highway overtaking in a car of this size.
Fuel Economy
Likely the most fuel-efficient option in the lineup, offering reasonable consumption for its class, especially in city driving.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and comfortable interior
- • Smooth ride quality
- • Strong value proposition compared to rivals
- • Refined V6 engine options (especially 3.5L)
- • Attractive styling for its segment
Cons:
- • Limited brand prestige compared to European rivals
- • Handling is more comfort-oriented than sporty
- • Base 4-cylinder engine can feel underpowered
- • Not available with AWD
- • Resale value might be lower than some competitors
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Kia |
| Model: | Cadenza |
| Generation: | I |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.4 (181 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2009 |
| End of production: | 2013 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 181 Hp @ 6000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 76.7 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 231 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 2359 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5 l |
| Coolant: | 6.6 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 88 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 97 mm mm |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.3 kg/Hp, 120.2 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.5 kg/Nm, 153.4 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1506 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 451 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4965 mm mm |
| Width: | 1850 mm mm |
| Height: | 1475 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2845 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1613 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1611 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 145 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.08 m |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 215/65 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 6.5J x 16 |
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