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BMW 328d vs Kia Cadenza

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2018 BMW 328d

Overview

SpecBMW 328d328dKia CadenzaTechnology
Selected trim328dTechnology
Body styleSedanSedan
Drivetrainrear wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typediesel fuelregular unleaded
Transmission8-speed shiftable automatic8-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typedieselgas
Model year20182020

Pricing & market

SpecBMW 328d328dKia CadenzaTechnology
MSRP$41,750$37,850 (best)
Lowest listing price$18,641 (best)
Median listing price$18,641 (best)
Highest listing price$18,641 (best)
For sale now01 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecBMW 328d328dKia CadenzaTechnology
Combined MPG36 MPG (best)23 MPG
City MPG31 MPG (best)20 MPG
Highway MPG43 MPG (best)28 MPG
Fuel tank15 gal18.5 gal (best)

Performance

SpecBMW 328d328dKia CadenzaTechnology
Horsepower180 hp290 hp (best)
Torque280 lb-ft (best)253 lb-ft
Engine size2 L3.3 L (best)
CylindersI4V6

Size & capability

SpecBMW 328d328dKia CadenzaTechnology
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume13 cu ft16 cu ft (best)
Payload860 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,510 lbs (best)
Ground clearance5.5 in (best)
Wheelbase110.6 in112.4 in (best)
Length182.8 in195.7 in (best)
Width71.3 in73.6 in (best)
Height56.3 in57.9 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecBMW 328d328dKia CadenzaTechnology
Open recalls (YMM scope)41 (best)

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimBMW 328dKia Cadenza
1

328d

$41,750 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Technology

$37,850 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Limited

$43,550 MSRP

Live inventory

BMW 328d vs Kia Cadenza FAQ

Which is better: 2018 BMW 328d or 2020 Kia Cadenza?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2018 BMW 328d vs 2020 Kia Cadenza on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2018 BMW 328d or 2020 Kia Cadenza?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2020 Kia Cadenza starts lower at $37,850. Live Kia Cadenza listings start at $18,641.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2018 BMW 328d or 2020 Kia Cadenza?
The 2020 Kia Cadenza leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (37,850).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2018 BMW 328d or 2020 Kia Cadenza?
The 2018 BMW 328d leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (36).
Which has better horsepower: 2018 BMW 328d or 2020 Kia Cadenza?
The 2020 Kia Cadenza leads on horsepower in this comparison (290).