Sophisticated and Elegant, Cadenza Represents the Most Technologically-Advanced Kia ever offered in the U.S. market
- Luxurious appointments, advanced technology and stunning
European-inspired design boldly announce Kia’s entry into the
premium-car segment
- Cadenza sedan is expected to go on sale in the second quarter of 2013
Kia Motors America (KMA) today unveiled the all-new 2014 Cadenza
premium sedan, the most technologically-advanced vehicle Kia has ever
introduced in North America. The long-anticipated announcement today at
Cobo Hall during the 2013 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS)
confirmed Kia’s intentions to enter into the premium-sedan segment.
The Cadenza expands KMA’s lineup of inspiring and award-winning vehicles
while moving the brand up-market with an impressive list of premium
standard and optional equipment, including Advanced Smart Cruise Control
(ASCC), Blind Spot Detection (BSD)1 and Lane-Departure
Warning System (LDWS). The Cadenza is expected to arrive in Kia retail
showrooms in the second quarter of this year, and pricing will be
announced closer to the vehicle’s on-sale date.
“Since the introduction of the range-topping Optima SXL last year, we
have seen an increasing number of customers in our retail outlets
looking for a sedan with even more upscale amenities and technology,”
said Michael Sprague, executive vice president of marketing &
communications, KMA. “The Cadenza is the new flagship for Kia in the
U.S. market, and when it goes on sale later this year, it will introduce
a number of advanced systems that promise to set a new standard in the
premium segment.”
With its distinctive front fascia and swept C-pillars, the Cadenza’s
taut European design language is evident. That it’s propelled by Kia’s
most powerful V6 engine further announces its intentions to provide an
invigorating driving experience. Inside, unparalleled premium
appointments for five occupants strike the ideal balance between sport
and luxury. Combining these elements with technology that, until now,
has never been offered on any Kia vehicle in the market, the Cadenza
quickly rises to the lofty elevation of being the brand’s most advanced
U.S. product.
Sophisticated Features and Technology
Offered in
one opulently equipped trim level, the Cadenza takes in-car technology
and premium features to an entirely new level. Standard features
include an advanced navigation system with SiriusXM Traffic™
2
and UVO eServices, displayed on a high resolution 8-inch touch screen.
Further enhancing driver assurance is a standard back-up camera
3 and warning system, as well as a premium 550-watt Infinity
®4
12-speaker audio system including rear surround speakers and
subwoofer. The Cadenza’s standard equipment level is on par with many
premium brands and boasts standard leather seat trim, dual-zone
automatic climate control with rear seat ventilation, Smart Key keyless
entry with push-button start, 10-way power adjustable driver’s seat and
Bluetooth®5 wireless technology. Two option packages are offered: The Premium Package and the Technology Package.
Check the box for the Premium Package and receive a full-length
panoramic sunroof with power retractable sunshade, HID headlamps with
adaptive front lighting system (AFLS), 7-inch TFT LCD instrument
cluster, premium Nappa leather seats, a memory enabled 12-way ventilated
driver’s seat with seat cushion extension for unsurpassed comfort,
heated front and rear outboard seats, heated steering wheel with power
tilt and telescoping steering column, as well as a power rear sunshade
for enhanced comfort and privacy.
Stepping up to the Technology Package adds sleek 19-inch alloy
wheels, electric parking brake and Advanced Smart Cruise Control (ASCC),
which maintains a set distance to the vehicle ahead and can bring the
car to a full stop if necessary. The package also includes water
repellant hydrophobic windshield, a radar-based Blind Spot Detection
system (BSD) and a Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS) that provides
audible and visual alerts to the driver should they inadvertently veer
into another lane without using the turn signal.
European Design Evokes Premium Sport-Sedan Elegance
Penned
under the watchful eye of Peter Schreyer, Kia’s global chief of design,
the Cadenza’s broad shoulders, contoured hood, large wheels and wide
stance give it a strong and grounded appearance. The striking design
has a distinctive sport-sedan form, as if the car would be equally
comfortable on the Autobahn or carving through the Swiss Alps.
The aggressive “Tiger Nose” front fascia instantly speaks to Kia’s
brand identity. Flanking the grille are quad headlights that nestle
deeply behind crystalline lenses. The lower fascia is wide, lending to
the Cadenza’s imposing stance, and chrome trim accents around the fog
lights and grille add to the vehicle’s premium presence. LED
positioning lights and available HID headlights provide additional
European sophistication.
Perhaps best enjoyed in profile, the Cadenza’s silhouette is at once
strong and elegant. The vertical nose is imposing; the long hood is
sensuously sculpted to meet the swept-back windshield. The greenhouse
curves gracefully to the C-pillar and is surrounded by a tasteful chrome
bezel that flares upward at the rear door, effectively creating a
beautiful glass droplet. Beginning just aft of the front-door cutline is
a chiseled indentation that sweeps upward, seamlessly transitioning
into the tail lights. Classic chrome accents adorn the lower portions of
the doors and the treatment continues into the rear fascia. The
19-inch alloy wheels offered in the Technology Package resemble a jet
turbine and add to the Cadenza’s athletic stature.
Moving to the rear of the vehicle, the standard LED taillights sit
high on the deck and are designed to cut across a large portion of the
vehicle, lending to the Cadenza’s broad stance. The twin oval tail
pipes accentuate the Cadenza’s sporty and elegant design.
The interior of the Cadenza envelops its occupants in a premium
environment complete with soft leather upholstery and tasteful accents
of wood and chrome. Ambient lighting and horizontally positioned switch
gear radiates an uncluttered and sophisticated aesthetic. An elegant
analog clock centered between the center stack buttons lends a classic
feel. The center console is angled toward the driver for optimized
control, and an available large seven-inch high-resolution TFT LCD
screen in the gauge cluster showcases a wide range of vehicle
information including turn-by-turn navigation and infotainment. Elegant
chrome bezels surround the HVAC and audio controls, air vents and the
standard push-button start. Standard
Bluetooth, wood-trim door
inserts, one-touch automatic up/down power front windows and
power-folding heated outside mirrors with integrated turn signal
indicators all enhance the Cadenza’s premium image.
Article and image courtesy of Kia News.
