Toyota Camry Hybrid vs. Kia Optima
In comparing the Toyota Camry Hybrid's and the Kia Optima's specifications and ratings, the Toyota Camry Hybrid has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability, overall quality score and base engine power. The Kia Optima has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, resale value and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Toyota Camry Hybrid's and the Kia Optima's specifications and ratings, the Toyota Camry Hybrid is a better car than the Kia Optima.
Toyota Camry Hybrid vs. Kia Optima Pricing
A used 2020 Toyota Camry Hybrid ranges from $22,523 to $32,969 while a used 2020 Kia Optima is priced between $15,775 to $24,991.
Toyota Camry Hybrid vs. Kia Optima Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Toyota Camry Hybrid loses 45.4 percent of its value and the Kia Optima loses 43.2 percent of its value. This means the Kia Optima retains 2.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Toyota Camry Hybrid.
Toyota Camry Hybrid vs. Kia Optima Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Toyota Camry Hybrid is 9.0 out of 10 while the Kia Optima's quality rating is 8.4 out of 10. This results in the Toyota Camry Hybrid being ranked 1 out of 12 Best Hybrid Midsize Cars and the Kia Optima being ranked 8 out of 13 Best Midsize Cars.
Toyota Camry Hybrid vs. Kia Optima Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Toyota Camry Hybrid is 9.0 out of 10. For the Kia Optima the reliability rating is 7.7 out of 10. This gives the Toyota Camry Hybrid an advantage in reliability compared to the Kia Optima.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Toyota Camry Hybrid’s base engine makes 208 horsepower, and the Kia Optima base engine makes 185 horsepower. The Camry Hybrid is rated to deliver an average of 52 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 689 miles. The Optima is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 592 miles. This gives the Toyota Camry Hybrid the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Kia Optima. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Kia Optima, a midsize car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space. The Toyota Camry Hybrid, a hybrid midsize car, has the advantage in the area of rear leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Toyota Camry Hybrid and the Kia Optima have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
22523 - 32969
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.45413
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
15775 - 24991
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.431597
Toyota Camry Hybrid Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.999178 / 10
Reliability:
8.997535 / 10
Retained Value:
8.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Kia Optima Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.419361 / 10
Reliability:
7.658084 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Toyota Camry Hybrid Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 12Ranking
1 out of / 4Ranking
2 out of / 25Ranking
2 out of / 25Ranking
2 out of / 25Ranking
2 out of / 12Ranking
2 out of / 11Ranking
2 out of / 5Ranking
2 out of / 4Ranking
3 out of / 12Ranking
4 out of / 25Ranking
5 out of / 10Ranking
6 out of / 25Ranking
8 out of / 25Ranking
8 out of / 12Ranking
10 out of / 12Ranking
16 out of / 25Ranking
19 out of / 25Kia Optima Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 4Ranking
3 out of / 13Ranking
3 out of / 13Ranking
8 out of / 13Ranking
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8 out of / 13Ranking
10 out of / 13Ranking
10 out of / 13Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Toyota Camry Hybrid Trim Levels
LE, SE, XLE
Kia Optima Trim Levels
EX, EX Premium, LX, S, Special Edition, SX Turbo
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
2 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
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:
208 hp @ 5700 rpm
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.060 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
185 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
178 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.057 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
51 / 53 / 52
Range (city/hwy):
663 / 689 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
24 / 32 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
444 / 592 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.7 inches
Cargo Space:
15.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
99.9 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
45.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.4 inches
Cargo Space:
15.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
104.8 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3472 lbs
Width:
72.4 inches
Height:
56.9 inches
Length:
192.1 inches
Wheelbase:
111.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3230 lbs
Width:
73.2 inches
Height:
57.7 inches
Length:
191.1 inches
Wheelbase:
110.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P205/65R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
205/65R16