Kia recently unveiled the new generation Cadenza, which is also known as the K7 in Korea and other markets. The all-new Kia Cadenza boasts a new exterior design and will feature high levels of interior quality and contemporary luxury when it goes on sale in overseas markets in 2016.
Inspired by European luxury sedan styling, the all-new Cadenza’s long bonnet, gently rising shoulder line and swept-back roofline give the car a sleek, elongated silhouette. The window-line tapers slightly as it draws towards the back of the cabin, and kicks up sharply as it meets the C-pillar, giving the Cadenza a more purposeful, ‘lean-forward’ stance.
At the front of the car, there’s a new Kia’s signature ‘tiger-nose’ grille, sharp wraparound LED headlamps, and muscular fenders to give an added confidence and definition to the overall design. Distinct lines characterize the rear of the car, with squared-off bumpers, wide LED lamps joined by chrome detailing, twin exhausts and bold styling lines serving to emphasize the car’s width and convey a more assertive appearance.
Although Kia did not mention any powertrain information, there’s a ‘3.3’ badge indicating that it will be powered by a 3.3-liter V6 engine, without revealing if it’s the Hyunda-Kia Group’s new twin-turbo unit. Recent reports suggest that the Cadenza might also get a four-cylinder hybrid, but this hasn’t been confirmed so far.
