2017 Kia Cadenza: First Drive Behind The Wheel Of The Koreans Latest Fullsize Near Luxury Sedan

What’s New: Kia is reentering the large car segment, with a newly restyled and more upscale looking, front-wheel drive vehicle.

When Available: ….the end of October.

Estimated Pricing: Not available yet. According to Kia’s U.S. executive team, the new more luxurious fullsize vehicle should be priced $1,000 lower than the outgoing model, which is currently priced at $33,840. Pricing for the second generation Cadenza is expected to be more in line with the larger and more luxurious looking 2017 Buick Lacrosse, which starts at $32,990.

The Large Car Segment Is Making A Comeback

 

 

With the arrival of the newly redesign Chevy Impala and the Kia Cadenza, the large car segment is kicking into gear to win over near-luxury car buyers. Find out from the editor what's new in the segment. For pricing details, visit our new-car buying guide, which is located on the right side of the weblog.