Used Kia Cadenza for Sale nearFairbanks, AK

How much does the Kia Cadenza cost in today's market?

Used Kia Cadenza prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Kia Cadenza's current nationwide average price is $11,227, and its nationwide average price reached a low of $10,183 over the past year. Recently, prices have come down for the 2017 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Kia Cadenza a good car?

Yes — the Kia Cadenza earns strong marks from owners for its luxury feel, spacious cabin, and value for the money. The all-generations owner rating is 4.89/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners also consistently praise the car's rich feature set and comfortable, upscale character. Expert reviews describe it as a competent, well-equipped full-size sedan with a refined ride and strong everyday value, even if it is not especially distinctive.

Expert reviews rate the 2017 model among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs called out in expert reviews are a bumpy ride over sharper pavement, some cabin creaks when pushed hard, and road noise that can be more noticeable than expected.

20.6% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Kia Cadenza models reliable?

Owners consistently give the Kia Cadenza high marks for comfort, value, and overall satisfaction, and expert commentary reinforces its strong everyday usability and cost-conscious ownership appeal. The model's long warranty coverage and positive quality-and-reliability reputation also support its appeal for used buyers.

• Owners rate the Kia Cadenza between 4.0 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, the main long-term ownership risk is choosing a higher-mileage example without a careful history check and condition review.

What should I look for when buying a used Kia Cadenza?

Across all model years, at 60% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2020 models.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: Premium models can be upgraded with blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and rear parking-assist sensors; Technology models add forward-collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning, lane-change-assist, and lane-change-prevention.
• Infotainment: UVO infotainment with a 7-inch display screen on Premium models, and an 8-inch screen with navigation on Technology and Limited models; both setups include Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
• Fuel efficiency: 20 mpg in the city, 28 mpg on the highway, and 23 mpg in combined driving.

Which Kia Cadenza trim should I buy?

The 2017 Kia Cadenza offers these trims:

• Premium: Adds UVO with a 7-inch display screen, plus available blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and rear parking-assist sensors; a strong starting point if you want the core luxury features.
• Technology: Adds the 8-inch screen, navigation system, wireless smartphone charger, and the more advanced driver-assistance suite; this is the best-value trim for shoppers who want the richest feature mix.
• Limited: Adds premium Nappa leather with quilt-stitched bolsters and perforated inserts, simulated suede headliner and roof pillars, and the most upscale cabin presentation.

What Kia Cadenza do most buyers choose?

The Kia Cadenza years with the most listings are 2016, 2018, and 2017.

Higher-listing model years tend to be easier to shop because you get more inventory to compare, which can help you find the right combination of price, condition, and features. They also tend to be the years most shoppers gravitate toward when balancing availability and value.

What is the Kia Cadenza's resale value?

Used Kia Cadenza pricing has moved lower over the past year, which can create a more favorable buying window if you're shopping now. The drop shown here is substantial, so recent-model buyers may find better value than they would have a year ago.

The 2017 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Kia Cadenza safe?

• 2017: 7/10

For the safest used buy, the 2017 model posts the highest confirmed score of 7/10.

Should I buy a used Kia Cadenza now?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2017 model is at −13.41% versus a year ago.
• Deal availability: The 2017 model has 15.1% good and great deals.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2016 model has the most listings. The Kia Cadenza offers a spacious, upscale cabin with strong value and a comfortable everyday character.

If you're buying used today, the 2016 model year offers the best mix of value and availability.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 6, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.