Wow!!! When I was buying our van they had one for 33k such a freaking nice car. I would honestly take this over my bosses 60k Infiniti Q50. His car doesn’t even get close to this.
I just got a 2017, I love everything about it so far, but the engine HP is a bit..underwhelming for the weight of the car and how bad the gas mileage is.
Moiad Do designs of a BMW and others do with Kia, they have their own diff styles and subjective. Personally like the BMW bud😎 Edit: Though I consider this car as real good. Esp for reliability
8:55 thanks for the subtle nod to TheStraightPipe extending sun visor test. All reviewers bring something extra to this huge UA-cam audience, and I, for one, do appreciate it. As always, great job.
This is probably the most under the radar kia model. I think it's really the SUV craze that killed sedans. If I didn't have to carry hockey equipment, I'd totally drive something like this happily.
Same here (2015 Premium/Luxury and 2017 SXL) though like Alex I'm disappointed by how decontented the 2020 model is. No more head-up display or rear sunshades, either.
This is definitely one of the more underrated and under appreciated sedans just because it has that Kia badge. I worry Kia will eventually stop producing it.
Probably so for the US, but will not stop for Korea as they sell quite well in that market. Shame the SUV is killing off so many sedans; this is a very nice car.
Already happened to the Hyundai Grandeur/Azera. A great sedan, still a hot seller in Korea, but nobody in the US wanted it. Honestly I'd rather have a Grandeur Hybrid than any overrated Toyota.
Toyotas are lacking in extras but they can never be over rated. They created the manufacturing philosophy and process that most car manufacturers are now using including German companies.
Alex, your reviews are sooo thoroughly entertaining and informative. I could literally just buy a car without even having to sit down with a dealer. We need to see more of Beatrice in future reviews ☺️😎
2 or 3 years ago I got a 2017 with 28,000 miles for TWENTY THOUSAND before tax. Insane value. I swapped out the Kia badge for a more luxurious Kia badge and now people think it's a Genesis which is a far more expensive vehicle. Chrome pillars on the windows which really enhances the chrome accents of the vehicle without looking tacky or over the top. Love it
When I was shopping for a luxury mainstream sedan, I checked out a Kia Cadenza in a showroom. I was amazed at how quiet the cabin was when I closed the door. Even with the sunroof open, there was a very noticeable difference when I closed the driver's door. i could barely hear the music playing in the showroom.
Alex summed up perfectly the manufacturer's counterproductive practice of making sedan rear seat room less usable in order to prioritize stylistic concerns over function. I'd like to see a shift back to a larger greenhouse and ease of entry with the next gen Camry hybrid.
I own a 2017 Cadenza. Great car. Comfortable with lots of technology. Uses regular 87 fuel, 30+ mpg on the highway and my last oil change at the dealer cost me $19.00 with a coupon. The dealer was even willing to pick my car up, change the oil and deliver it back to me. Great car, Great service, Great value..
There are some spy shots of the next gen Kia K7 (Cadenza) and rumours that the next gen Kia K7 is going to be the first model using the NEW KIA logo...
@@Seanhs1103 from what I found, they r changing the name to be more competitive between Grandeur. Plus they will make make it much larger and luxurious to beat Grandeur. Even in Suv craze, Kr customers still prefer large sedans like K7 and Grandeur. Especially Grandeur coz old generations and ppl aged arpund mid 30~40, since the name Grandeur is remembered as luxury vehicle
@@Seanhs1103 from what I know Aslan in Kr market failed since the vehicle was nothing more than an upscaled grandeur. The strategy they used was just like the Hyundai Dynasty. If Kia is aiming for upmarket, they should take note on Toyota Crown, but at the same time they have K9.... so idk
The PANORAMIC MOONROOF closes the deal for me! 😍 Luxury without Luxury price tag! I You are the best with extensive research and COMPARISON CHARTS 🥳Keep up the great work💕🥰
When listing the Lexus ES and Avalon with a plus for having "avaliable awd" you should really note its only with the anemic 2.5L 4 cylinder. No awd can be had with the 3.5L V6 just like the Cadenza.
Alex, Once again you are to be commended for fighting the good fight when it comes to rear seat accommodation in sedans. Will we ever get passed this 'less headroom is more' fixation so many misguided designers force upon us? Sagging sedan sales numbers clearly indicate this whole 'swoopiness' thing is not working so why not go back to #practical designs? Surely a person who fits in the front seat of a 4 door sedan ought to fit in the back seat as well. For what it's worth, the Avalon Hybrid has to be the most rational choice in this increasingly irrational category.
@@sachemrock They still sell millions of sedans so they are certainly not inconsequential. The reality that today's sedans seem to be have abandoned their central purpose in comfortably carrying passengers is maddening.
Just bought a 2019 limited technology with every bell and whistle. It was a corporate car so it was never titled till I purchased it. The ONLY unfortunate thing was it had 18515 miles. Out the door it was over 30K. That being said, this is the best car I have ever owned. I have every creature comfort. I have a luxury car without the luxury price. I now look for excuses to get in my car and just drive. Even with some of the new features on the 2020, my 2019 is head and shoulders above the new version. If I ever decide to or have to replace this car it is going to be extremely hard to find a car to match this one. This is an AMAZING VEHICLE and I get to say I have one. Kia needs to scream from the roof tops about this car and keep adding features and not taking anything away.
Glad you’re enjoying your car dude. I’m afraid Kia has dealt the final deathblow to this car with what they did to the 2020 model. The back is fine but I think the front looks ugly now. Now we have fake two exhaust "vents" in the back when they used to be real ones. So I don’t get why they still kept the duel exhaust when you don’t get to see any of it. They took some features away from the technology model and added it to the SXL model but then took away a bunch of features that the SXL model had originally. So now the top-of-the-line one doesn’t have the manual window shades or the power back window one. No more fog lamps no more head up display no more suede headliner no more power trunk no more paddle shifters I’m assuming no more rear heated seats (Alex didn't address that out so I don’t know ) Only two pluses I can see is the larger infotainment screen and the separate temp display. What a shame.
@@iSlandeRon you are absolutely spot on! If Kia had done things the right way, they were a direct threat to Cadillac. When I was trying to decide between the Cadenza and the Cadillac the differences were nothing short of miniscule. The only real difference was the size of the engine. The 2019 is all luxury without the Cadillac price. If ever the need arose that I would need to get a new vehicle I am sorry to say with what Kia has done I will not be looking at Kia but instead Cadillac. Kia had an amazing vehicle and didn't know it. Too bad it is an amazing vehicle.
The spy shots of the new Cadenza or K8 since Kia plans to rename it to that are incredibly promising! I really hope Kia brings that over to the US!! I'm with you all the way when it comes to plush, quiet, and luxurious full size sedans!
I know you know this, but cadenza is a musical term. As are forte and sonata (which is a Hyundai, not a Kia of course). I thought it was a pretty clever naming scheme. I also like the Hyundai SUVs named after Western towns (Santa Fe, Telluride, Tucson, Kona).
Alex, your reviews are awesome and very detailed. I took this 2020 Kia Cadenza Limited for a test drive. Love the car. It was a little too expensive for me and I settled for a 2019 model.
I am a big sedan fan myself. If there still were old-fashioned land yachts available, I would gladly buy one now; if I wanted to restore a vintage land yacht, I'd get myself a Lincoln Continental Mark IV or V right away. Even as is now, I've been driving the original Hyundai Genesis for 12 years now, and love love love it.
Man I love this car. Almost bought a 2017 Kia Cadenza, but went with a 2017 Buick LaCrosse (thanks Alex on Autos). If anything happens to my LaCrosse, the Cadenza, the K900, or one of the Genesis models will do!! I do regret Kia put in a smaller LCD instrument screen though.
I would agree with the Crossover rather than sedan. The more chair-like seating position and ground clearance are helpful for those of us with bad backs and even worse knees. And I believe your cat just informed you that you'd be receiving a 'gift' for that bit of humiliation. Likely in a shoe or on your bed pillow.
There's an all new model of the K7 that will debut shortly in Korea. The Hyundai Grandeur outsells the K7 by a 3 to 1 margin here and Kia felt they had to speed up the redesign. Should be good!
an absolute kick in the teeth o Cadenza is Kia's very own Sorento, the all new one. Almost 6 inches shorter while doubling on the practicality and usability, and man is it modern!
I had a 2014 Cadenza with 188k miles. Never had any issues what so ever. Just oil change, tires, brake pad. Trade in for 2018 Kia K9. This car is best car for the money. I just bought a 2013 Kia Optima with 121k miles for my son and this is another great car. They are making great cars. They need a new logo. Lol
You nailed it in regards to one of the reasons many are moving away from sedans. I am a sedan guy, but the last one that I could easily get in and out of was my 2011 Buick LaCrosse CSX. I keep looking at sedans but they keep getting lower hip points and rooflines. While they look "sleek" they are more difficult for us older adults to get in and out of. That's not to mention someone wanting to install a car seat in the back. Makes me sad, but it's into yet another SUV/Crossover for me. We've been forced out of them, it's not that we don't want them.
An under-rated sedan that is a terrific value. Problems are Kia purchasing and warranty service experiences are terrible. I've also read that the paint/clearcoat is thinly applied. With so few cars sold, service outside of warranty might get expensive (minimal availability for parts).
Yes! I got to test drive a 2018 iteration after finding out the Kia dealership I was already at had one on site. Have to admit, this is definitely a car you want be driven in, there wasn't much going on in terms of driving dynamics. But it felt solid and was super comfortable. However it looks like they stopped selling the Cadenza here in Canada after the 2020 model year 😭
look at all that gloss black plastic, I can't believe it's still used after so many years of complaints. definitely glad to see real gauges, though I'm surprised it doesn't extend lower down Still, this would be on my shortlist were I shopping for a FWD sedan
Thanks to Alex we have learned that auto manufacturers do squeeze the rear seat room and luggage space from all sedans making them a mixture of 4 seats 4 doors coupes and sport cars pushing consumers into SUV but simultaneously killing all the market for their sedans and 2 doors sports cars. Even in SUVs world the coupe shape is increasing the market share despite its lack of practicality.
Fair warning from a owner of a 17 technology. there's no torque steer but wheel spin is a big issue. Plus the new kia 8 speed transmission seems to want to get in the highest gear possible all the time. And it's slow to downshift. Also not a fan of the new front end and what's with ditching the fog lights? Do like the new center stack.
The 8-speed was my absolute least favorite "feature" of my 2017 SXL. "Slow to downshift" doesn't begin to cover it; at times mine would flat refuse to kick into a lower gear by itself to accelerate up a freeway on-ramp, and even forcing the issue with the paddle shifters took several seconds too long.
Huh, you bought a 2000 Chrysler LHS. I owed a 2000 Chrysler Concorde recently. Loved it. It was why I went back to looking at large sedans over my practical 2016 Toyota Camry. I was looking primarily at the 2017-2019 Buick LaCrosse or Kia Cadenza. Settled on a 2017 Buick LaCrosse and love it!!m Next car (a long time from now) will either be a Kia Cadenza or K900 or Genesis G80 or G90. If I could I would buy a Korean built K7 and ship it to America for the large LCD instrument display!!
I've been driving a 2017 purchased in October same year, Purchase the base model without the Sun roof Harman kardon stereo, $4000 less, Which actually buys you more Headroom at 6' 4", 1st cars to go out the door, Especially when Kia is giving you back give or take $7900 During their fall sale, Granted sales tax , And other fees eat into that, As far as tires, I live in Florida I put michelin Sport 4s, From tire rack best road tire you can buy For the climate short of a racing tire, Solves all Noise and handling improves driving, That's said,extremely quiet Easy to drive being a Sedan person, A lot of Bang for your buck And I walk out of the dealership 25000 out the door,Brand new ,with a 100000 mile10 year warranty I tend to keep things,so if you talking about trading in your Lexus in 10 years tell me how much are going to get, that does it really matter, I like saving money, this car is a sleeper ,Go find me A lexis or any car with this many Features, I don't like a big screen on my dashboard( impala), I don't need all kinds of electronic Bells and whistles although it has them if you want to pay for them, No matter what trim you buy it's the same engine under the hood ,No problems so far Just change That oil , And when the 1st set of tires wear out go get the michelins, Tell me how your car drives now! Good review Alex. PS, With the savings I had my car ceramic coated, clear bra where is wasn't already Factory Installed on the rear view mirrors, rear bumper, part of the rocker panels, Just had those improved, Firstly I don't need my car to stick out so someone wants to screw with it it. looks great every day, blending in is just OK, it's A-sharp car when people look at it, Plenty of compliments , Didn't realise that the Cadenza was so sporty looking. Check it out.
I have a 2018 cadenza SXL MSRP $45k but because these aren’t selling well it was out the door $38k. These cars are amazing and if you can get your hands one one you won’t regret it!
This might've lost the power trunk option from 2019 to 2020 but it still has the smart trunk that automatically pops open when you have the Smart Key on you
Couldn't agree more with Alex's assumption on why CUV's are more popular; the fastback styling is limiting to some families needs. We need a sedan like the old Volvo 700 Series to make a comeback.
Own a 17 Cadenza SXL. Fully loaded, great road car (33 mpg. @ 70 mph.), no problems and is holding up well. Only issue, front wheel drive in this car is not the greatest winter driving performance with all-season Michelin tires. Purchased winter tires and wheel package from TireRack to solve problems and now drives through snow and ice like a tank. Had a Lexus GS and this to me is the better car. Comes off lease in May, might buy it or go to new Sorrento or even Telluride.
Alex officially declares the trade offs from an SUV/crossover are negligible to the point where he'd choose one of those instead of any large sedan. It's over for that bodystyle.
Since ~2018, Hyundai and Kia's whole line up seems So much better than anything from Japan, including Lexus. Design of the Genesis Sedans and SUV is so cool that they make everything else instantly outdated.
I drive a 2014 Cadenza that I found used with only 24,000 miles for $16,000. Best vehicle purchase I've ever made.
Yikes you over paid for that Korean junk
I just purchased the 2020 Kia Cadenza in the Dark Blue. I love it.
Congratz. It's one of my favorite.
@@stableflight5791 sweet. I have the Veloster Turbo on my channel
@@mrhawk1924 the Azera is discontinued in North America the last year model they have is the 2017
See my Veloster on my channel
You should make a video on your personal experience with it
Just bought a leftover 2019 Technology that had been on the lot for over a year, for $27300. It has 350 miles on it. I love it!!
Omg you’re lucky af! What a steal!!
Holy hell that's a steal bro!
wow what a bargain
Wow! Now that's a deal! Those are like $40,000+ cars!
Wow!!! When I was buying our van they had one for 33k such a freaking nice car. I would honestly take this over my bosses 60k Infiniti Q50. His car doesn’t even get close to this.
One of the most underrated cars ever.
Most Americans don't even know this exists. It's underrated.
Quite popular in other parts of the world where tastes are different. In the Emirates I see these all the time.
I just got a 2017, I love everything about it so far, but the engine HP is a bit..underwhelming for the weight of the car and how bad the gas mileage is.
It really is even the older model people always stare 😂
Clearly we need more Beatrice.
Agreed.
Yes, why have we not seen her more other than her photo...um, video-bomb under the Lexus RX 450h L??? Your fans demand answers Alex!
100%! Beatrice rulz!
Just bought a 2020 Limited two days ago. I love it!!! Thanks for your review.
I honestly like kia designs more than bmw and other luxury brands
Yeah, it does kinda look like a more attractive BMW
Moiad Do designs of a BMW and others do with Kia, they have their own diff styles and subjective. Personally like the BMW bud😎
Edit: Though I consider this car as real good. Esp for reliability
BMW dropped the ball in terms of design with the new 3 and 4 series
It’s a great idea to like Kia when there's just a big hole in your pocket and no chance to buy new BMW ever!
@@ulisg6040 nope I just really like Kia, could easily get a BMW or Merc, but the looks I get is much more appealing lol
I love these Cadenzas. They really are a bargain.
8:55 thanks for the subtle nod to TheStraightPipe extending sun visor test. All reviewers bring something extra to this huge UA-cam audience, and I, for one, do appreciate it. As always, great job.
This is probably one of the most underrated sedans in the USA. I think it’s gorgeous!
It absolutely is!
This is probably the most under the radar kia model. I think it's really the SUV craze that killed sedans. If I didn't have to carry hockey equipment, I'd totally drive something like this happily.
I think the SUV crazes people's wives forcing them to buy things that can carry stuff and kids
Apart from some crossovers like the Kia Sportage I really don't like most SUVs they don't drive smooth they roll over and they take a ton of gas.
Your reviews are awesome Alex. Love the Kia Cadenza; I have bought two of them in the past.
Same here (2015 Premium/Luxury and 2017 SXL) though like Alex I'm disappointed by how decontented the 2020 model is. No more head-up display or rear sunshades, either.
Pretty smooth ride????
@@flightwriterNG Hows the ride quality???
@@mercedesbenzs600bash They're fantastic highway cruisers. Alex describes it well in the video.
@@flightwriterNG Much appreciated 🙏
This is definitely one of the more underrated and under appreciated sedans just because it has that Kia badge. I worry Kia will eventually stop producing it.
this will never die in Korea. koreans love sedans. but yeah, they might not bring it over here.
Probably so for the US, but will not stop for Korea as they sell quite well in that market. Shame the SUV is killing off so many sedans; this is a very nice car.
Already happened to the Hyundai Grandeur/Azera. A great sedan, still a hot seller in Korea, but nobody in the US wanted it. Honestly I'd rather have a Grandeur Hybrid than any overrated Toyota.
@@AllyMcLesbian I agree. Toyota, very overrated
Toyotas are lacking in extras but they can never be over rated. They created the manufacturing philosophy and process that most car manufacturers are now using including German companies.
Alex, your reviews are sooo thoroughly entertaining and informative. I could literally just buy a car without even having to sit down with a dealer. We need to see more of Beatrice in future reviews ☺️😎
2 or 3 years ago I got a 2017 with 28,000 miles for TWENTY THOUSAND before tax. Insane value. I swapped out the Kia badge for a more luxurious Kia badge and now people think it's a Genesis which is a far more expensive vehicle. Chrome pillars on the windows which really enhances the chrome accents of the vehicle without looking tacky or over the top. Love it
Alex I am just like you. A big comfort/luxury oriented sedan is my thing.
Love the competitor side by side comparison! Keep up the good work Alex! Great editing
Happy Thanksgiving Alex!!!
Petition for Beatrice to be featured in all videos
Seconded
When I was shopping for a luxury mainstream sedan, I checked out a Kia Cadenza in a showroom. I was amazed at how quiet the cabin was when I closed the door. Even with the sunroof open, there was a very noticeable difference when I closed the driver's door. i could barely hear the music playing in the showroom.
Alex summed up perfectly the manufacturer's counterproductive practice of making sedan rear seat room less usable in order to prioritize stylistic concerns over function.
I'd like to see a shift back to a larger greenhouse and ease of entry with the next gen Camry hybrid.
Yes sir! All of Toyota's New Jockey Architecture designs are in need of a serious interior upgrade when it comes to leg and head room.
I own a 2017 Cadenza. Great car. Comfortable with lots of technology. Uses regular 87 fuel, 30+ mpg on the highway and my last oil change at the dealer cost me $19.00 with a coupon. The dealer was even willing to pick my car up, change the oil and deliver it back to me. Great car, Great service, Great value..
You are a natural speaker my man,really good job 👏 👍 👌
There are some spy shots of the next gen Kia K7 (Cadenza) and rumours that the next gen Kia K7 is going to be the first model using the NEW KIA logo...
@@Seanhs1103 from what I found, they r changing the name to be more competitive between Grandeur. Plus they will make make it much larger and luxurious to beat Grandeur. Even in Suv craze, Kr customers still prefer large sedans like K7 and Grandeur. Especially Grandeur coz old generations and ppl aged arpund mid 30~40, since the name Grandeur is remembered as luxury vehicle
Also comes with AWD which for some reason they didn't put that in the segment where as other competitors are already offering in higher trims.
@@Seanhs1103 from what I know Aslan in Kr market failed since the vehicle was nothing more than an upscaled grandeur. The strategy they used was just like the Hyundai Dynasty. If Kia is aiming for upmarket, they should take note on Toyota Crown, but at the same time they have K9.... so idk
Wrong lol
Kia Carnival in the US introduced the new kia logo, then the refresh Stinger,
Beautiful car. The design is next level.
lol @ the "Credenza" song on the infotainment as a throwback to your earlier quip about the name :P
Kia is getting better and better!
Enjoy watching your video Alex
I like my credenza, very useful hallway table.
The PANORAMIC MOONROOF closes the deal for me! 😍 Luxury without Luxury price tag! I You are the best with extensive research and COMPARISON CHARTS 🥳Keep up the great work💕🥰
I’ve owned SUV’s , but I keep coming back to sedans.
When will we be getting the "Beatrice on Autos" channel? And merch, too!
When listing the Lexus ES and Avalon with a plus for having "avaliable awd" you should really note its only with the anemic 2.5L 4 cylinder. No awd can be had with the 3.5L V6 just like the Cadenza.
Alex, Once again you are to be commended for fighting the good fight when it comes to rear seat accommodation in sedans. Will we ever get passed this 'less headroom is more' fixation so many misguided designers force upon us? Sagging sedan sales numbers clearly indicate this whole 'swoopiness' thing is not working so why not go back to #practical designs? Surely a person who fits in the front seat of a 4 door sedan ought to fit in the back seat as well. For what it's worth, the Avalon Hybrid has to be the most rational choice in this increasingly irrational category.
The driver what matters , back seat passengers got deal with it
Irrational category? Do you mean inconsequential? 🤔
@@sachemrock They still sell millions of sedans so they are certainly not inconsequential. The reality that today's sedans seem to be have abandoned their central purpose in comfortably carrying passengers is maddening.
Just bought a 2019 limited technology with every bell and whistle. It was a corporate car so it was never titled till I purchased it. The ONLY unfortunate thing was it had 18515 miles. Out the door it was over 30K. That being said, this is the best car I have ever owned. I have every creature comfort. I have a luxury car without the luxury price. I now look for excuses to get in my car and just drive. Even with some of the new features on the 2020, my 2019 is head and shoulders above the new version. If I ever decide to or have to replace this car it is going to be extremely hard to find a car to match this one. This is an AMAZING VEHICLE and I get to say I have one. Kia needs to scream from the roof tops about this car and keep adding features and not taking anything away.
Glad you’re enjoying your car dude. I’m afraid Kia has dealt the final deathblow to this car with what they did to the 2020 model. The back is fine but I think the front looks ugly now. Now we have fake two exhaust "vents" in the back when they used to be real ones. So I don’t get why they still kept the duel exhaust when you don’t get to see any of it. They took some features away from the technology model and added it to the SXL model but then took away a bunch of features that the SXL model had originally. So now the top-of-the-line one doesn’t have the manual window shades or the power back window one. No more fog lamps no more head up display no more suede headliner no more power trunk no more paddle shifters I’m assuming no more rear heated seats (Alex didn't address that out so I don’t know ) Only two pluses I can see is the larger infotainment screen and the separate temp display. What a shame.
@@iSlandeRon you are absolutely spot on! If Kia had done things the right way, they were a direct threat to Cadillac. When I was trying to decide between the Cadenza and the Cadillac the differences were nothing short of miniscule. The only real difference was the size of the engine. The 2019 is all luxury without the Cadillac price. If ever the need arose that I would need to get a new vehicle I am sorry to say with what Kia has done I will not be looking at Kia but instead Cadillac. Kia had an amazing vehicle and didn't know it. Too bad it is an amazing vehicle.
The spy shots of the new Cadenza or K8 since Kia plans to rename it to that are incredibly promising! I really hope Kia brings that over to the US!! I'm with you all the way when it comes to plush, quiet, and luxurious full size sedans!
WE just purchased a 2020 Cadenza Technology. Were looking for comfort and reliabiilty. Happy with this car.
Thank you Alex for this informative video. I have been shopping online for a Cadenza for the past two weeks so your video is very helpful.
Enjoy! I bought my 17 technology ( mid trim ) one year old with 12400 miles for $25,500. About $14500 off new price.
Yep amazing how much info he packs into it...
I know you know this, but cadenza is a musical term. As are forte and sonata (which is a Hyundai, not a Kia of course). I thought it was a pretty clever naming scheme. I also like the Hyundai SUVs named after Western towns (Santa Fe, Telluride, Tucson, Kona).
I have a cadenza and can confirm its an amazing car. I made some slight modifications and it turns a lot of heads.
How's it holding up?
Alex, your reviews are awesome and very detailed. I took this 2020 Kia Cadenza Limited for a test drive. Love the car. It was a little too expensive for me and I settled for a 2019 model.
I love Beatrice!
Including the cat in more of the creature comfort ratings is welcome.
If you want more cats testing products, Snowball is the CEO and chief box tester at Gamer's Nexus.
This looks better than the Stinger.
I say the same
I have a sub compact, compact and midsized cross over. Love all of them.
I am a big sedan fan myself. If there still were old-fashioned land yachts available, I would gladly buy one now; if I wanted to restore a vintage land yacht, I'd get myself a Lincoln Continental Mark IV or V right away. Even as is now, I've been driving the original Hyundai Genesis for 12 years now, and love love love it.
Man I love this car. Almost bought a 2017 Kia Cadenza, but went with a 2017 Buick LaCrosse (thanks Alex on Autos). If anything happens to my LaCrosse, the Cadenza, the K900, or one of the Genesis models will do!! I do regret Kia put in a smaller LCD instrument screen though.
I would agree with the Crossover rather than sedan. The more chair-like seating position and ground clearance are helpful for those of us with bad backs and even worse knees.
And I believe your cat just informed you that you'd be receiving a 'gift' for that bit of humiliation. Likely in a shoe or on your bed pillow.
You gotta say "exclusive trunk comfort index" like prior videos.
Great Review. Kia not only decontents the K7 (Cadenza) but also the K5.
There's an all new model of the K7 that will debut shortly in Korea. The Hyundai Grandeur outsells the K7 by a 3 to 1 margin here and Kia felt they had to speed up the redesign. Should be good!
Man this and k900 are so rare, its a shame because this is such an awesome car
This is so excellently produced and presented. Well done!
I bought an Impala new last December. Love it. So much car for the money.
an absolute kick in the teeth o Cadenza is Kia's very own Sorento, the all new one. Almost 6 inches shorter while doubling on the practicality and usability, and man is it modern!
thank you for doing these i love this car i love large sedans im not going willingly into the suv apocalypse
I like Kia vehicles especially this one Alex.
Beatrice: UNHAND ME, YOU HEATHEN!!!
Thanks for a very thorough analysis. Well done you!
I’m a pianist, so it’s a little easier for me to remember "Cadenza."
@Alan Smithee you like it hard, don't you...
What do you prefer ebony or ivory?
The Mafia uses Alex’s Trunk “Comfort”Index.
I've had my 2015 Cadenza for about 5 years, its about time I upgrade
I love mine , people always try to figure out what it is then say damn that's a kia ,I never would've thought😂
I had a 2014 Cadenza with 188k miles. Never had any issues what so ever. Just oil change, tires, brake pad. Trade in for 2018 Kia K9. This car is best car for the money. I just bought a 2013 Kia Optima with 121k miles for my son and this is another great car. They are making great cars. They need a new logo. Lol
Super well done! Love the enthusiasm!
Giving thanks for Alex and his videos!
You nailed it in regards to one of the reasons many are moving away from sedans. I am a sedan guy, but the last one that I could easily get in and out of was my 2011 Buick LaCrosse CSX. I keep looking at sedans but they keep getting lower hip points and rooflines. While they look "sleek" they are more difficult for us older adults to get in and out of. That's not to mention someone wanting to install a car seat in the back. Makes me sad, but it's into yet another SUV/Crossover for me. We've been forced out of them, it's not that we don't want them.
I’ve seriously never seen this model and if I did I can’t remember but it looks nice the grill reminds me of a Maserati
Thank you for your video and the indepth comparison. Thoroughly enjoyed all the information.
I enjoy your videos. You actually have a comparison between its competitors and show the measurement numbers
That tire noise caveat is really useful. It's tire drone that I hate the most.
18:20 Alex, I'm in my 30s, and I think large soft sedans/wagons are best vehicles! SUV is just not my cup of tea.
This car deserves more sales.
An under-rated sedan that is a terrific value. Problems are Kia purchasing and warranty service experiences are terrible. I've also read that the paint/clearcoat is thinly applied. With so few cars sold, service outside of warranty might get expensive (minimal availability for parts).
Beatrice was clearly saying, "Dad, you're weird."
I went from 2016 to 2019 the Cadenza is truly my 🚗
OMG! We need more of Beatrice!
I parked my 2022 Stinger next to a Cadenza. My Stinger looked like the bratty younger brother but very recognizably related.
Heavy BMW inspiration from the front view, but I still like it
I like how Alex not mentioning his choice of song when he talks about infotainment. But this time, he kinda did with twist.
Yes! I got to test drive a 2018 iteration after finding out the Kia dealership I was already at had one on site. Have to admit, this is definitely a car you want be driven in, there wasn't much going on in terms of driving dynamics. But it felt solid and was super comfortable. However it looks like they stopped selling the Cadenza here in Canada after the 2020 model year 😭
I like that KIA and Hyundai have been using music-related words to name their cars for a while: Cadenza, Accent, Sonata, Rondo, and Forte.
Alex, really loves dodge as he seems to brings it up a ton when reviewing other brands.
That's because DODGE is spelled F-U-N
look at all that gloss black plastic, I can't believe it's still used after so many years of complaints. definitely glad to see real gauges, though I'm surprised it doesn't extend lower down
Still, this would be on my shortlist were I shopping for a FWD sedan
Thanks to Alex we have learned that auto manufacturers do squeeze the rear seat room and luggage space from all sedans making them a mixture of 4 seats 4 doors coupes and sport cars pushing consumers into SUV but simultaneously killing all the market for their sedans and 2 doors sports cars. Even in SUVs world the coupe shape is increasing the market share despite its lack of practicality.
Fair warning from a owner of a 17 technology. there's no torque steer but wheel spin is a big issue. Plus the new kia 8 speed transmission seems to want to get in the highest gear possible all the time. And it's slow to downshift. Also not a fan of the new front end and what's with ditching the fog lights? Do like the new center stack.
The 8-speed was my absolute least favorite "feature" of my 2017 SXL. "Slow to downshift" doesn't begin to cover it; at times mine would flat refuse to kick into a lower gear by itself to accelerate up a freeway on-ramp, and even forcing the issue with the paddle shifters took several seconds too long.
Huh, you bought a 2000 Chrysler LHS. I owed a 2000 Chrysler Concorde recently. Loved it. It was why I went back to looking at large sedans over my practical 2016 Toyota Camry. I was looking primarily at the 2017-2019 Buick LaCrosse or Kia Cadenza. Settled on a 2017 Buick LaCrosse and love it!!m Next car (a long time from now) will either be a Kia Cadenza or K900 or Genesis G80 or G90. If I could I would buy a Korean built K7 and ship it to America for the large LCD instrument display!!
I've been driving a 2017 purchased in October same year, Purchase the base model without the Sun roof Harman kardon stereo, $4000 less, Which actually buys you more Headroom at 6' 4", 1st cars to go out the door, Especially when Kia is giving you back give or take $7900 During their fall sale, Granted sales tax , And other fees eat into that, As far as tires, I live in Florida I put michelin Sport 4s, From tire rack best road tire you can buy For the climate short of a racing tire, Solves all Noise and handling improves driving, That's said,extremely quiet Easy to drive being a Sedan person, A lot of Bang for your buck And I walk out of the dealership 25000 out the door,Brand new ,with a 100000 mile10 year warranty I tend to keep things,so if you talking about trading in your Lexus in 10 years tell me how much are going to get, that does it really matter, I like saving money, this car is a sleeper ,Go find me A lexis or any car with this many Features, I don't like a big screen on my dashboard( impala), I don't need all kinds of electronic Bells and whistles although it has them if you want to pay for them, No matter what trim you buy it's the same engine under the hood ,No problems so far Just change That oil , And when the 1st set of tires wear out go get the michelins, Tell me how your car drives now! Good review Alex. PS, With the savings I had my car ceramic coated, clear bra where is wasn't already Factory Installed on the rear view mirrors, rear bumper, part of the rocker panels, Just had those improved, Firstly I don't need my car to stick out so someone wants to screw with it it. looks great every day, blending in is just OK, it's A-sharp car when people look at it, Plenty of compliments , Didn't realise that the Cadenza was so sporty looking. Check it out.
I have a 2018 cadenza SXL MSRP $45k but because these aren’t selling well it was out the door $38k. These cars are amazing and if you can get your hands one one you won’t regret it!
Why are they loosing value that fast??
@@yeb7997 they don’t sell here, that goes for most full-size sedans in the US tho
@@DefineScrib good to know, I will take advantage of it soon!
I got the 2018 Cadenza and I love it. I might have to check in too this one
This might've lost the power trunk option from 2019 to 2020 but it still has the smart trunk that automatically pops open when you have the Smart Key on you
It’s amazing to see Accord has so much interior/trunk space despite being a size smaller!
I have a 2.0 2019 accord touring.... I think it is an amazingly good vehicle with enough power to be a bit of fun.
*Beatrice exists*
Me: 🥺
Couldn't agree more with Alex's assumption on why CUV's are more popular; the fastback styling is limiting to some families needs. We need a sedan like the old Volvo 700 Series to make a comeback.
If someone wants a discount Lexus ... there is a Toyota Avalon.
Exactly.
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I've got a 14 cadenza and I quiet like it. I really wish it had AWD though.
Own a 17 Cadenza SXL. Fully loaded, great road car (33 mpg. @ 70 mph.), no problems and is holding up well. Only issue, front wheel drive in this car is not the greatest winter driving performance with all-season Michelin tires. Purchased winter tires and wheel package from TireRack to solve problems and now drives through snow and ice like a tank. Had a Lexus GS and this to me is the better car. Comes off lease in May, might buy it or go to new Sorrento or even Telluride.
Alex officially declares the trade offs from an SUV/crossover are negligible to the point where he'd choose one of those instead of any large sedan.
It's over for that bodystyle.
I certainly hope it's over for over-styled sedans that don't actually fulfill their stated function of comfortably accommodating passengers.
@@rightlanehog3151 Fair point!
Since ~2018, Hyundai and Kia's whole line up seems So much better than anything from Japan, including Lexus.
Design of the Genesis Sedans and SUV is so cool that they make everything else instantly outdated.