Kia Cadenza Vehicle Class & EPA Size Category
The EPA classifies the 2020 Kia Cadenza as a Large Cars, a rating based on body style and interior volume.
Latest model year (2020):
The Kia Cadenza is classified by the EPA as a Large Cars.
Kia Cadenza Vehicle Class — All Years
| Year | Trim | Vehicle Class | Drive | Fuel Type | MPG Comb. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.3 L | Large Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 23 |
| 2019 | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.3 L | Large Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 23 |
| 2018 | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.3 L | Large Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 23 |
| 2017 | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.3 L | Large Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 23 |
| 2016 | Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.3 L | Large Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 22 |
| 2015 | Auto 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.3 L | Large Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 22 |
Data sourced from fueleconomy.gov (U.S. Department of Energy). MPG figures are EPA-tested. Fuel costs are estimates based on average fuel prices and 15,000 miles/year.
Kia Cadenza Vehicle Class FAQ
What class of vehicle is the Kia Cadenza?
The EPA classifies the Kia Cadenza as a Large Cars. This classification is based on interior volume and body style and affects how its fuel economy is compared with other vehicles.
Is the Kia Cadenza considered a small or large vehicle?
Based on its EPA class (Large Cars), the Kia Cadenza is grouped with vehicles of similar size and interior volume. The class can change between model years when the body is redesigned.