2018 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 -

Engine & Transmission

V 6
Displacement :	3342 cc \| 203.9 cu in. \| 3.3 L.
Power :	290 HP (213.44 KW) @ 6400 RPM
Torque :	253 Ft-Lbs (343 NM) @ 5200 RPM
Bore :	92.0 mm \| 3.622 in.
Stroke :	83.8 mm \| 3.299 in.
Compression :	12.0:1
Valvetrain :	24 DOHC (4.0 valves per cylinder)
Construction :	Aluminum block and head
Direct Fuel Injection

Transmission:
8 Automatic Electronically controlled ; overdrive

Gear Ratios

1st Gear :	4.808:1
2nd Gear :	2.901:1
3rd Gear :	1.864:1
4th Gear :	1.424:1
5th Gear :	1.219:1
6th Gear :	1.000:1
7th Gear :	0.799:1
8th Gear :	0.648:1

Handling

Recall

Component	SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
Manufacturer	Kia Motors America
NHTSA Campaign ID	21V137000
Summary	Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Sportage and Cadenza vehicles. The electrical circuit in the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) may short-circuit, which can cause a fire in the engine compartment.
Consequence	An engine compartment fire can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy	Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures as a precaution until the recall repair is complete. Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace certain fuses in the electrical junction box. Vehicles equipped with an electronic parking brake (EPB) will also receive a HECU software update. Repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on April 30, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC206.
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.safercar.gov.

Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated June 2024

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Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 2018 Kia Cadenza? A: The 2018 Kia Cadenza has a wheelbase size of 112.40 inches.

Q: What is the length of the 2018 Kia Cadenza? A: The 2018 Kia Cadenza has a length of 195.70 inches.

Q: What is the width of the 2018 Kia Cadenza? A: The 2018 Kia Cadenza has a width of 73.60 inches.

Q: How much headroom does the 2018 Kia Cadenza have?A: The 2018 Kia Cadenza has 40.20 inches of headroom.

Q: How much legroom does the 2018 Kia Cadenza have?A: The 2018 Kia Cadenza has legroom of 45.50 inches.

Q: What is the bodystyle of the 2018 Kia Cadenza? A: The 2018 Kia Cadenza was a Sedan.

Q: What engine did the 2018 Kia Cadenza have? A: The engine powering the 2018 Kia Cadenza was a V 6 (3342 cc | 203.9 cu in. | 3.3 L.) with 290 HP (213.44 KW) @ 6400 RPM and 253 Ft-Lbs (343 NM) @ 5200 RPM.

Q: What transmission did the 2018 Kia Cadenza have? A: The 2018 Kia Cadenza had a 8 speed Automatic Electronically controlled ; overdrive gearbox.