The brand new Kia K5 (Optima) is already ready for the Russian market. The equipment is better than the Toyota Camry, but cheaper by 200 thousand

Disadvantages of Toyota Camry 30 compared to 40

When determining which is better between Camry 30 and 40, the following advantages can be highlighted in favor of the 40:

• More modern exterior design.
• The interior is made of more expensive plastic.
• Easy to read instrument panel. According to reviews from car owners, the most comfortable tidy is the Camry 40 after restyling.
• Vehicle safety is higher. This is ensured by additional pillows located in the racks.
• Reversing is more convenient, as the view in the mirrors is wider.
• Wider range for tuning and styling. Existing stock parts can significantly change the appearance of the car. Changing dynamic characteristics by installing tuning kits is not particularly common among Camry car owners, since the car behaves quite sportily on the road even in its standard version.

  
  Appearance of Camry 40

Engines and transmission

For the Russian automobile market, the Kia K5 is assembled at production facilities located in Kaliningrad. The Russian version of the car is somewhat different from the main series. For the “Korean”, the manufacturer has provided only two options for gasoline power plants, which are combined with two automatic transmissions for 6 and 8 speeds. This car will be sold exclusively in front-wheel drive versions. Toyota Camry looks more interesting in this regard, since Japanese engineers equip their car with three alternative power units. The transmission provided is only an “automatic” with a different number of speeds depending on the engine power. This car, like its competitor, is sold only in front-wheel drive versions.

Choosing a Kia K5 or a Toyota Camry is not so easy, since both cars have received modern equipment. If we talk about the Kia K5, then this sedan is equipped with naturally aspirated gasoline engines of 2.0 and 2.5 liters. These units produce 150 and 194 horsepower. 192 and 246 Nm of torque are transmitted to the wheels, respectively. As a transmission, the South Korean manufacturer installed an automatic gearbox on the model. For the more powerful version, an 8-speed automatic transmission is provided. The 2.0-liter modification of the car works with a 6-speed automatic transmission. The Russian version, unlike the global version, will be equipped only with front-wheel drive, however, company representatives do not rule out that later an all-wheel drive system will also be provided for this car.

Unlike its competitor, the Japanese premium sedan boasts three powertrain options. This car is equipped with standard 2.0 and 2.5-liter engines, as well as a more powerful 3.5-liter engine in extended configurations. Depending on the installed naturally-aspirated petrol power plant, the car produces 150 – 301 horsepower, as well as 192 – 356 Nm of torque. Weaker engines interact with a 6-speed automatic gearbox. In trim levels with the 3.5-liter engine, an 8-speed automatic transmission is used. This car is present on the Russian market only in front-wheel drive versions. The Global Series is also equipped with hybrid engines.

Pros of the 30 compared to the Camry 40

Compared to the Camry 40, the Toyota 30 has the following advantages:

• Less actual fuel consumption. Camry 40 consumes 14-18 liters of gasoline. At the same time, 10-11 liters are enough for the 30.
• In a fully functional Camry 40, the engine is much louder and with more vibration than the earlier version. And if there are any problems, the 40 starts to rattle very loudly in the cabin. The vibration can be so strong and difficult to eliminate that car owners have to visit a lot of car repair shops to find the cause of the problem.
• Less extraneous sounds. Camry 40 has poor sound insulation of wheel arches. This disadvantage is especially evident when overcoming puddles on the road.
• Camry 30 illuminates the road much better.
• In the earlier version, the automatic machine operates more smoothly and selects gear ratios more optimally. This opinion is very subjective, but most car owners believe that the control of the 30 automatic transmission is more perfect.
• More legroom. In 40, the torpedo looks exaggerated, so many car owners note a lack of personal space.
• Good corrosion resistance. Despite their advanced age, the engine mounts and side members of the 30 look much better than those of the 40 or 50.
• More durable body and paintwork.

  
  Appearance of Camry 30

Salon and trunk

These cars boast ultra-modern interior design, as well as spacious luggage compartments. It is not so easy to name a clear favorite in this part of the comparison, since each model stands out with its key features. If we talk about technology, the South Korean sedan wins a little. As for practicality and quality of finishing, a Japanese car will seem more interesting. The sedans received spacious interiors, which provide large space not only for the driver and front passenger, but also for the rear passenger seats.

The South Korean modern crossover Kia K5 boasts a stylish interior design, where special emphasis is placed on high-tech solutions. This car has lost the traditional gear selector and replaced it with a neat puck. Unlike its predecessor, the car has a more voluminous central panel, with a large tablet for the multimedia system in the middle, as well as an unusual climate control unit. The interior of the sedan is dominated by moderate dark shades, decorative inserts are provided, and in addition, high-quality equipment is visible.

The Japanese modern sedan Toyota Camry in the current generation is distinguished by a rich interior in terms of arrangement. Decorative inserts and high-tech elements are present throughout. This model boasts a huge multimedia screen in the usual place, a neat gear selector, a stylish multifunction steering wheel, and in addition, an unusual design of the central panel. The car is dominated by dark, moderate colors, which will prevent the driver and passengers from getting tired during the trip, even over long distances.

Luggage capacity is not the strongest point of premium sedans. That is why these cars also did not receive outstanding performance. For the average car enthusiast, trunk volume will be sufficient in both the Kia K5 and Toyota Camry. However, if you need to transport large cargo, it is better to choose other models. At the moment, the Kia manufacturer has not yet announced exact figures, and, approximately, the trunk of this model will hold about 400 liters. In the Toyota Camry, you can load 428 liters in the luggage compartment.

Disadvantages of 40 in favor of 50

When comparing Camry 40 and 50, you can notice the following advantages of Camry 50:

• The interior is made of higher quality materials.
• Good sound insulation of doors. As a result, they close with a pleasant, soft sound.
• Availability of adaptive light. This function allows you to improve visibility at night by turning the lenses behind the wheel.
• Dynamic layout of the rear view camera. Makes it much easier to measure the distance to an obstacle when reversing.
• A large number of installed servos. This significantly increases the comfort of using the car.
• More functional climate control.
• The front and rear doors are equipped with more convenient cup holders.

  
  Appearance of Camry 50

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Advantages of Camry 40 over Camry 50

To determine which version of Camry is better, you should take into account the following advantages of the 40:

• The suspension better tolerates uneven road surfaces. On the Camry 50, strong impacts to the body are much more common, and when driving on asphalt with many cracks, an unpleasant rattling sound is transmitted into the interior.
• Information content of the steering wheel. The newer Camry doesn't allow the driver to have full steering feel at speed.
• Reliability of paintwork. On 50s, it is not uncommon for cracks and scratches to appear after a couple of years of use.
• Despite the fact that the dimensions of the trunks are almost the same, many car owners note that in the 40 it is the most convenient.
• The 40's sound insulation is much better, with the exception of the doors.

Other options

Do not forget that the presented premium sedans are not the only ones in their class, and if necessary, you can choose an alternative. In particular, vehicles such as the Mazda 6 and Ford Mondeo can be distinguished in this price segment. Each car in this case has its own advantages, so you should pay attention to them during the search process.

Recommendations for selection

Most car owners admit that Camry 30, 40, 50 are decent cars, so choosing which one is better is quite difficult. Reviews from car owners vary widely, since many evaluation criteria are quite subjective. Below is a table that evaluates the main factors influencing the choice of a particular model. The assessment was made on a ten-point scale, where the best score corresponds to 10, and the worst score corresponds to 0.

It is possible to optimally choose a car only by focusing on the specific needs of the car enthusiast. If you want to save money on your purchase and spend less on maintaining and operating the car, then the choice should be made in the direction of the Camry 30. The desire to own the most modern and well-equipped car can be satisfied by the 50. The middle niche, being the golden mean, is occupied by the Camry 40. At the same time, regardless of whether the driver buys a 30, 40 or 50, he will own a reliable car that can give a lot of pleasant impressions.

Comparison of technical characteristics

When choosing a new car, the majority of car enthusiasts pay attention to the basic technical characteristics of the vehicle. These sedans boast the following indicators:

1. The Camry takes 9.9 seconds to accelerate to hundreds from a standstill. K5 has 9.4 s.
2. The average consumption in the combined cycle for the Japanese is 8.3 liters. the Korean has 8.2 liters.
3. Toyota's maximum speed is 210 km/h. Kia has 212 km/h.
4. Both cars have Euro 5 environmental safety class.
5. Premium sedans only have front-wheel drive.
6. On the Russian market, models are presented in gasoline versions.
7. Kia needs to be refueled with AI-92, Toyota AI-95.

In this case, a comparison was made of two models with power plants of the same volume. It was not possible to determine a significant difference, but still the South Korean sedan may seem somewhat more interesting.