Toyota Camry vs Kia Optima
Overview | |
MSRP$22,900 | MSRP$28,400 |
Average price$12,750 | Average price$19,896 |
Listings352 | Listings2415 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews9.0 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.0 out of 10 |
Pros
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Reviews SummaryEven though Americans appear to be trading in cars for good, the midsize family sedan looks better than it’s ever been. Nearly every choice in the segment sports impressive design, engineering, and equipment, and the 2019 Kia Optima shows just how good a typical midsize car can be. From its stylish looks and wide range of engine choices to its roomy interior and sophisticated safety technologies, the 2019 Optima is more than just a great value. It’s a great car. | |
Reviews SummaryThe Camry is a perennial favorite among families. It’s earned its popularity, with a reputation for reliability and safety, but it also hasn’t had as many competitors to contend with as its crossover siblings have. The few rivals it does have are all either new or recently refreshed, and now, the same can be said of the Camry. For 2025 it debuts a new look, new features, and a new hybrid powertrain, and it sets a new baseline standard for the high-selling midsize sedan. Verdict: Toyota knows its audience. The new 2025 Toyota Camry gives the people what they want, with up-to-date styling and tech, a strong value proposition helped along by excellent fuel economy, and, most importantly, no fatal flaws that might push a brand loyalist out of their comfort zone. | |
Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.4L 185 hp I4 | Engine |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive Train |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower185 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity1.01 kWh |
MPG City24 | MPG City |
MPG Highway33 | MPG Highway |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.4L 185 hp I4 | Engine Name2.5L 225 hp I4 Hybrid |
Torque178 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | Torque |
Horsepower185 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity1.01 kWh |
MPG City24 | MPG City |
MPG Highway33 | MPG Highway |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space15.9 cu ft | Cargo Space15.1 cu ft |
Curb Weight3230 lbs | Curb Weight3450 lbs |
Height57.7 in | Height56.9 in |
Length191.1 in | Length193.5 in |
Width73.2 in | Width72.4 in |
Wheelbase110.4 in | Wheelbase111.2 in |
Maximum Payload | Maximum Payload925 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $22,900 | $28,400 |
Average price | $12,750 | $19,896 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.5 | 4.3 |
Expert reviews | 9.0 out of 10Read full review | 8.0 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | Even though Americans appear to be trading in cars for good, the midsize family sedan looks better than it’s ever been. Nearly every choice in the segment sports impressive design, engineering, and equipment, and the 2019 Kia Optima shows just how good a typical midsize car can be. From its stylish looks and wide range of engine choices to its roomy interior and sophisticated safety technologies, the 2019 Optima is more than just a great value. It’s a great car. | The Camry is a perennial favorite among families. It’s earned its popularity, with a reputation for reliability and safety, but it also hasn’t had as many competitors to contend with as its crossover siblings have. The few rivals it does have are all either new or recently refreshed, and now, the same can be said of the Camry. For 2025 it debuts a new look, new features, and a new hybrid powertrain, and it sets a new baseline standard for the high-selling midsize sedan. Verdict: Toyota knows its audience. The new 2025 Toyota Camry gives the people what they want, with up-to-date styling and tech, a strong value proposition helped along by excellent fuel economy, and, most importantly, no fatal flaws that might push a brand loyalist out of their comfort zone. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.4L 185 hp I4 | |
Drive Train | FWD | |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 185 hp @ 6000 rpm | |
EV Battery Capacity | 1.01 kWh | |
MPG City | 24 | |
MPG Highway | 33 | |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.4L 185 hp I4 | 2.5L 225 hp I4 Hybrid |
Torque | 178 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | |
Horsepower | 185 hp @ 6000 rpm | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 1.01 kWh | |
MPG City | 24 | |
MPG Highway | 33 | |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 15.9 cu ft | 15.1 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3230 lbs | 3450 lbs |
Height | 57.7 in | 56.9 in |
Length | 191.1 in | 193.5 in |
Width | 73.2 in | 72.4 in |
Wheelbase | 110.4 in | 111.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 925 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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