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2016 Kia Cadenza
Official EPA fuel economy and NHTSA recall record, best combined figure 22 MPG.
Fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Highway | Combined | CO2 g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.3L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 19 | 28 | 22 | 404 |
Safety recalls (NHTSA)
2 campaigns on record for this model year. Recall repairs are free at dealers; check your exact vehicle by VIN on nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling all 2014-2016 Cadenza vehicles. During manufacturing, the front windshield may not have been properly bonded to the vehicle, allowing it to detach.
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2010-2019 Borrego, 2014-2016 Cadenza, 2010-2013 Forte, Forte Koup, Sportage, 2015-2018 K900, 2011-2015 Optima, 2011-2013 Optima Hybrid, Soul, 2012-2017 Rio, 2011-2014 Sorento, and 2010-2011 Rondo vehicles. The Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) may experience an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driv
Owner complaints (NHTSA)
18 complaints filed by owners for this model year. Complaints are owner reports, not confirmed defects - browse them in full on nhtsa.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the fuel economy of a 2016 Kia Cadenza?
EPA figures for the 2016 Kia Cadenza reach 22 MPG combined depending on configuration; the table on this page lists every tested engine and transmission combination.
Are there recalls on the 2016 Kia Cadenza?
NHTSA lists 2 safety recall campaigns for the 2016 Kia Cadenza. Check your specific vehicle by VIN on the official NHTSA site, recalls are fixed free of charge by dealers.
What are common problems with the 2016 Kia Cadenza?
Owners have filed 18 complaints with NHTSA for the 2016 Kia Cadenza, most often about: Visibility, Engine, Service Brakes, Hydraulic. Complaint counts reflect what owners report, not confirmed defects.
Sources: EPA fueleconomy.gov, the NHTSA recalls, complaints and 5-Star Safety Ratings databases (all US public data), refreshed monthly. Recall texts are quoted from the official record. Details on About & Data Sources.