2018 Toyota Camry
2018 Kia Optima
Trying to decide between the Toyota Camry vs. Kia Optima? Though the Optima has its merits, it just can't compare to the versatile performance and high-tech safety features of the Toyota Camry. Drivers from Streamwood to Schaumburg have been lining up at Elgin Toyota to take a test drive in the latest model, so let's dive into what makes the 2018 Camry so special.
Safety
When you think of Toyota, you think of safety. And the difference between the Toyota Camry vs. Kia Optima showcases just why Toyota has earned its stellar reputation, decade after decade. The Camry includes a secondary collision brake as standard, and higher Toyota Camry trim levels offer both GPS response systems and rear cross traffic braking to enhance safety. The Kia Optima offers neither of these options. Maybe that's why the Toyota Camry earned its place as an IIHS Top Safety Pick+ - one of only twenty vehicles to achieve this honor!
Performance
The Camry may be a safe and secure ride, but the Toyota Camry specs reveal a surprising amount of kick under the hood. The Camry may be equipped with an available 3.5L V6 engine, generating up to 301 hp! The Optima maxes out at 245 hp with its 2.0L turbo 4-cylinder. Plus, the Toyota Camry gas mileage reaches up to 29 mpg in the city and 41 mpg on the highway. The Optima only reaches 25 mpg in the city and 36 mpg on the highway at its best.
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