2020 Kia Cadenza Specs: MPG, Gas Mileage, Engine Size & Dimensions
2020 Kia Cadenza Specs at a Glance
The 2020 Kia Cadenza gets 23 mpg combined on the 3.3L Front-Wheel Drive configuration, weighs 3,770 lbs, measures 195.7 in long. Every figure below comes from EPA, NHTSA, or manufacturer published data — no estimates.
- Combined MPG
- 23 mpg (20 city / 28 hwy)
- Best configuration: 3.3L · Front-Wheel Drive · Automatic (S8)
- Engine
- 3.3L 6-cyl
- 3.3L · Front-Wheel Drive · Automatic (S8)
- Curb weight
- 3,770 lbs
- Heaviest recorded configuration: CADENZA 4DR SEDAN LIMITED
- Length
- 195.7 in · 73.6 in wide · 57.9 in tall
- Wheelbase
- 112.2 in
2020 Kia Cadenza trims and MPG
| Trim | Engine | Trans | Drive | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.3 L | 6 · 3.3L | Automatic (S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | 20 | 28 | 23 |
Detailed Specifications
MPG & Fuel Economy
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Dimensions for every year and trim
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Curb Weight for every year and trim
View details →Kia Cadenza — All Years Overview
| Year | Trim | Engine | Trans | Drive | City | Hwy | Combined | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.3 L | 6 · 3.3L | Automatic (S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | 20 | 28 | 23 | Regular Gasoline |
| 2019 | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.3 L | 6 · 3.3L | Automatic (S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | 20 | 27 | 23 | Regular Gasoline |
| 2018 | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.3 L | 6 · 3.3L | Automatic (S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | 20 | 28 | 23 | Regular Gasoline |
| 2017 | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.3 L | 6 · 3.3L | Automatic (S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | 20 | 28 | 23 | Regular Gasoline |
| 2016 | Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.3 L | 6 · 3.3L | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 19 | 28 | 22 | Regular Gasoline |
| 2015 | Auto 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.3 L | 6 · 3.3L | Automatic 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 19 | 28 | 22 | Regular Gasoline |
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Kia Cadenza — Frequently Asked Questions
What is the fuel economy of the 2020 Kia Cadenza?
The Kia Cadenza is EPA-rated at up to 23 MPG combined (20 city / 28 highway).
What engine does the 2020 Kia Cadenza have?
The Kia Cadenza uses a 3.3L 6-cylinder engine paired with an Automatic transmission.
What years of the Kia Cadenza are covered here?
This page documents 6 verified Kia Cadenza configurations across model years 2015–2020.
Which model year of the Kia Cadenza is the most fuel efficient?
The 2020 Kia Cadenza holds the highest combined rating at 23 MPG; the 2015 sits lowest at 22 MPG, a difference of 1 MPG (about 5%) across the 6 rated years on file.
How many engine options does the Kia Cadenza have?
Across every year on record the Kia Cadenza uses one displacement, 3.3L, so trims differ by drivetrain and equipment rather than engine size.
Is the 2020 Kia Cadenza front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive?
Every Kia Cadenza configuration on record here is Front-Wheel Drive; no alternative drivetrain appears in the 2015–2020 data.