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Kia Cadenza I 3.5 V6 (290 Hp) Automatic
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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 338 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1575 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 7.2 s). The top speed reaches 230 km/h. 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.
3.5 V6 (290 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The most powerful engine in the lineup, providing strong acceleration and confident overtaking. Transforms the Cadenza into a genuinely quick executive sedan.
Fuel Economy
Despite its power, the 3.5 V6 offers reasonable fuel economy for its performance, though it will be the thirstiest option.
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:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I: 2009 - 2013).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Kia |
| Model: | Cadenza |
| Generation: | I |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.5 V6 (290 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2010 |
| End of production: | 2013 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 290 Hp @ 6600 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 83.6 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 338 Nm @ 5000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | Lambda II / G6DC More details about the engine Lambda II / G6DC |
| Engine displacement: | 3470 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.7 l |
| Coolant: | 8.4 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 92 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 87 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.6:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 9.4 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 2 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 7.2 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 7.2 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 230 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 5.4 kg/Hp, 184.1 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.7 kg/Nm, 214.6 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 6.8 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1575 |
| Max. weight: | 2065 |
| Max load: | 490 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 451 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4965 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1850 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1475 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2845 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1613 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1611 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 145 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.08 m [above average] |
| 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 [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 215/65 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 16 |
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