Kia Cadenza vs. Toyota Camry
In comparing the Kia Cadenza to the Toyota Camry, the Kia Cadenza has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. The Toyota Camry has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the Kia Cadenza versus the Toyota Camry, the Toyota Camry is a better car than the Kia Cadenza.
Kia Cadenza vs. Toyota Camry Pricing
A used 2020 Kia Cadenza ranges from $27,679 to $35,882 while a used 2020 Toyota Camry is priced between $19,995 to $31,746.
Kia Cadenza vs. Toyota Camry Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Kia Cadenza is 6.8 out of 10 while the Toyota Camry's quality rating is 8.9 out of 10. This results in the Kia Cadenza being ranked 7 out of 8 Best Large Cars and the Toyota Camry being ranked 2 out of 13 Best Midsize Cars.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Kia Cadenza’s base engine makes 290 horsepower, and the Toyota Camry base engine makes 203 horsepower. The Cadenza is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 518 miles. The Camry is rated to deliver an average of 34 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 595 miles. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Kia Cadenza, a large car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space. The Toyota Camry, a midsize car, has the advantage in the areas of rear head room and rear leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Toyota Camry has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$27,679 - $35,882
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
52.8%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$19,995 - $31,746
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
40.7%
Kia Cadenza Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
6.8 / 10
Reliability:
7.4 / 10
Retained Value:
6.1 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Toyota Camry Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.9 / 10
Reliability:
8.9 / 10
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Kia Cadenza Rankings
Ranking
7 out of / 8Ranking
7 out of / 8Ranking
8 out of / 8Toyota Camry Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 13Ranking
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2 out of / 13Ranking
2 out of / 13Ranking
2 out of / 13Ranking
2 out of / 8Summary Review
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Summary Review
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Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Kia Cadenza Trim Levels
Limited, Technology
Toyota Camry Trim Levels
LE, SE, SE Nightshade, TRD, XLE, XLE V6, XSE, XSE V6, L
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
2 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
290 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
253 foot-lbs @ 5200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.077 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
203 hp @ 6600 rpm
Torque:
184 foot-lbs @ 5000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.063 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 28 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
370 / 518 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
29 / 41 / 34
Range (city/hwy):
421 / 595 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
45.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.5 inches
Cargo Space:
16 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
107.8 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
38 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.7 inches
Cargo Space:
14.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
100.4 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3770 lbs
Width:
73.6 inches
Height:
57.9 inches
Length:
197 inches
Wheelbase:
112.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.4 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3241 lbs
Width:
72.4 inches
Height:
56.9 inches
Length:
192.1 inches
Wheelbase:
111.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
P245/45R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P205/65R16
