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2014 Kia Cadenza: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2014 Kia Cadenza is all-new and marks the large sedan's U.S. debut. Its headline is an upscale, well-equipped alternative to a luxury-brand sedan, backed by standard V6 power.
About the 2014 Kia Cadenza
1st U.S.-market generation, first model year (global first-generation Cadenza/K7, pre-refresh).
Kia positions the Cadenza as a roomy, premium-feeling full-size sedan that sits between mainstream family cars and traditional luxury badges. The big draw is value through standard equipment: strong V6 performance, a quiet and spacious cabin, navigation, premium audio, and comfort features that many rivals reserved for pricier trims. It is the model for shoppers who want comfort, technology, and a more upscale look in a front-wheel-drive sedan without paying for a luxury-brand badge.
Kia positioned the Cadenza Premium as a generously equipped large sedan, with leather seating, an 8-inch navigation touchscreen, Infinity audio, and a rear camera. The Limited-SXL is the more fully equipped version, adding Nappa leather, a panoramic sunroof, a ventilated driver's seat, adaptive cruise control, blind-spot detection, and lane-departure warning.
What changed, by category
Structural
The Cadenza begins its first U.S.-market generation as Kia's large sedan positioned above the Optima.
Powertrain
Every 2014 Cadenza uses a 293-hp 3.3-liter gasoline V6 paired with a six-speed automatic transmission.
Tech
Both trims have an 8-inch navigation touchscreen, a 12-speaker Infinity audio system, and a rear-camera display as standard equipment.
Safety
The Limited-SXL brings adaptive cruise control, blind-spot detection, and lane-departure warning to the lineup.
2014 Kia Cadenza specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||
|---|---|---|
| Engine | V6, GDI, 3.3 Liter | V6, GDI, 3.3 Liter |
| Transmission | Auto, 6-Spd Sportmatic | Auto, 6-Spd Sportmatic |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 19 mpg | 19 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 28 mpg | 28 mpg |
| Horsepower | 293 hp | 293 hp |
| Torque | 255 lb-ft | 255 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 15.9 cu-ft | 15.9 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 36.8 in | 36.8 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Adaptive Headlights | ||
| Alarm System | ||
| Blindspot Sensors | ||
| Lane Departure Warning | ||
| Rear View Camera | ||
| Alloy Wheels | ||
| Fog Lights | ||
| HID Headlights | ||
| Memory Exterior Mirrors | ||
| Panorama Moon Roof | ||
| Bluetooth | ||
| LCD Instrument Cluster | ||
| Navigation System | ||
| Premium Audio | ||
| USB Ports | ||
| Chrome Interior Trim | ||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||
| Heated Front Seats | ||
| Heated Rear Seats | ||
| Heated Steering Wheel | ||
| Leather Seats | ||
| Memory Driver's Seat | ||
| Memory Steering Wheel | ||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | ||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||
| Rear Window Shades | ||
| Tilt Wheel | ||
| Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel | ||
| Ventilated Front Seats | ||
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2014 Kia Cadenza the first U.S. model year?
Yes. The 2014 Cadenza marks the sedan's U.S. launch and the start of its first U.S.-market generation.
What engine does the 2014 Kia Cadenza have?
Every 2014 Kia Cadenza has a 293-hp 3.3-liter gasoline V6 and a six-speed automatic transmission.
What is the difference between the 2014 Cadenza Premium and Limited-SXL?
The Limited-SXL builds on the well-equipped Premium with Nappa leather, a panoramic sunroof, a ventilated driver's seat, adaptive cruise control, blind-spot detection, and lane-departure warning. The Premium already has leather seating, navigation, Infinity audio, heated front seats, and dual-zone climate control.
Does every 2014 Kia Cadenza have navigation and leather seating?
Yes. Both 2014 Cadenza trims have navigation, leather-trimmed seating, Infinity audio, a rear-camera display, and dual-zone automatic climate control.
Does the 2014 Kia Cadenza have modern driver-assistance features?
The Limited-SXL does. It has adaptive cruise control, blind-spot detection, and lane-departure warning, while those features are not part of the Premium trim's standard equipment described for 2014.
2014 Kia Cadenza Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2014 Kia Cadenza.
4.3
2014 Kia Cadenza
(42 reviews)
“The major thing missing in my vehicle is a totally adjustable passenger front seat.”
“The vehicle is stable. I had an accident and could hardly tell it needs fixed. Only the vehicle.”