Opt for a mid-size sedan if you’re looking for fuel efficiency and alleviated safety. The 2022 Kia K5 and 2022 Toyota Camry are two of the biggest competitors in this segment. Which is better though? At Palmen Kia in Kenosha, WI, we have put together a comparison guide of the 2022 Kia K5 vs 2022 Toyota Camry to give you an understanding.
2022 Kia K5 | vs | 2022 Toyota Camry |
$23,790
| Starting MSRP
| $25,845
|
Turbocharged 1.6-liter 4-cylinder
| Engine
| 2.5-liter 4-cylinder
|
180/195
| Engine Horsepower (hp)/Engine Torque (lb.-ft.)
| 203/184
|
8-speed Automatic Transmission
| Transmission
| 8-speed Electronically Controlled automatic Transmission with intelligence (ECT-i)
|
As seen in the table above, the 2022 Kia K5 is more competitively priced than the 2022 Toyota Camry. It also has a powerful engine with a high torque that prevents the engine from being overstrained and contributes to better fuel economy. Both engines are at par when it comes to their transmission for seamless shifting of gears.
On the inside, the 2022 Kia K5 features an available 10.25-inch touchscreen that allows you to access navigation and your iPhone and Android smartphone, through Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™, with ease. Using the Kia Connect Connected Routing, the 2022 Kia K5 allows you to optimize your drive time by guiding you through traffic. With five available USB ports, music streaming support, and a wireless phone charger, you can stay connected while you’re on the go.
Eliminating many of the inherent dangers and stresses of everyday driving, the 2022 Kia K5 comes equipped with Kia Drive Wise technology. It includes features such as Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist, Navigation-Based Smart Cruise Control-Curve with Highway Driving Assist, Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist, Surround View Monitor, and Safe Exit Assist.
We believe the 2022 Kia K5 is a better bet in the above comparison. Schedule a test drive at Palmen Kia in Kenosha, WI, to take it for a spin.