2016 Kia Cadenza Specifications

Specifications

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Features

Engine Location :	Front
Drive Type :	Front Wheel
Body / Chassis :	Steel unibody
Production Years for Series :	2009 -
Price :	MSRP: $32,990-44,090
Weight :	3670 lbs \| 1664.684 kg
MPG City :	19
MPG Highway :	28
Combined MPG :	22.00

Engine & Transmission

V 6
Displacement :	3342 cc \| 203.9 cu in. \| 3.3 L.
Power :	293 HP (215.648 KW) @ 6400 RPM
Torque :	255 Ft-Lbs (346 NM) @ 5200 RPM
Bore :	2.0 mm \| 0.079 in.
Stroke :	83.8 mm \| 3.299 in.
Compression :	11.5:1
Valvetrain :	24 DOHC (4.0 valves per cylinder)
Direct Fuel Injection

Transmission:
6 Automatic Electronically controlled

Gear Ratios

1st Gear :	4.252:1
2nd Gear :	2.654:1
3rd Gear :	1.804:1
4th Gear :	1.386:1
5th Gear :	1.000:1
6th Gear :	0.772:1

Handling

Recall

Component	SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
Manufacturer	Kia America, Inc.
NHTSA Campaign ID	23V652000
Summary	Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2010-2019 Borrego, 2014-2016 Cadenza, 2010-2013 Forte, Forte Koup, Sportage, 2015-2018 K900, 2011-2015 Optima, 2011-2013 Optima Hybrid, Soul, 2012-2017 Rio, 2011-2014 Sorento, and 2010-2011 Rondo vehicles. The Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) may experience an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
Consequence	An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy	Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the HECU fuse, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed November 14, 2023. The first owner notification letters were mailed March 29, 2024. Kia will continue a phased mailing as the remedy becomes available for different makes and model vehicles. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC284.
Notes	Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Component	VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
Manufacturer	Kia Motors America
NHTSA Campaign ID	22V158000
Summary	Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling all 2014-2016 Cadenza vehicles. During manufacturing, the front windshield may not have been properly bonded to the vehicle, allowing it to detach.
Consequence	A front windshield that detaches from a vehicle can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy	Dealers will inspect the front windshield glass. If necessary, the windshield will be removed and reinstalled. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 13, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC232.
Notes	Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated June 2024

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Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 2016 Kia Cadenza? A: The 2016 Kia Cadenza has a wheelbase size of 112.00 inches.

Q: What is the length of the 2016 Kia Cadenza? A: The 2016 Kia Cadenza has a length of 195.70 inches.

Q: What is the width of the 2016 Kia Cadenza? A: The 2016 Kia Cadenza has a width of 72.80 inches.

Q: How much headroom does the 2016 Kia Cadenza have?A: The 2016 Kia Cadenza has 40.00 inches of headroom.

Q: How much legroom does the 2016 Kia Cadenza have?A: The 2016 Kia Cadenza has legroom of 45.50 inches.

Q: What is the bodystyle of the 2016 Kia Cadenza? A: The 2016 Kia Cadenza was a Sedan.

Q: How much did the 2016 Kia Cadenza cost when new? What was the MSRP? A: The 2016 Kia Cadenza had an MSRP of $32,990 - $$44,090 (USD).

Q: What engine did the 2016 Kia Cadenza have? A: The engine powering the 2016 Kia Cadenza was a V 6 (3342 cc | 203.9 cu in. | 3.3 L.) with 293 HP (215.648 KW) @ 6400 RPM and 255 Ft-Lbs (346 NM) @ 5200 RPM.

Q: What transmission did the 2016 Kia Cadenza have? A: The 2016 Kia Cadenza had a 6 speed Automatic Electronically controlled gearbox.