big sedans in favor at all times - in any case, with us, in Russia. A typical buyer is a man closer to forty, belonging to the middle class, prosperous by Russian standards. This is difficult to surprise with something, and the requirements are high.

The unshakable class leader Toyota Camry survived restyling a year and a half ago - and confidently won our comparative test (ЗР, 2015, No. 4), but Kia Optima lost it: we complained about unimportant ride and soundproofing. She also lost in the market war. But it would be foolish to think that hard-working Koreans will put up with this state of affairs.

And here we have a new generation Optima. With whom to compare it, if not with the Camry? The updated Mazda 6 and Volkswagen Passat B8 will act as seconds in this duel. All cars - with engines from 180 to 192 hp. and automatic transmissions.

Unsinkable

The rejuvenated Kia Optima will suit both lovers of a leisurely, relaxing ride, and moderately active drivers.

Toyota Camry unconditionally leads in the segment, but is no longer young: five years is a serious age by today's standards. And more than anything else, it gives out the interior in the cabinet style. The build quality is high, but the materials are not the best. Inserts under the tree are immediately recognized as plastic. Does not add glasses and silver-plated metal decor. Sand color interior? But this is not snow-white Caribbean sand, but our dear, yellowish, from the Ramensky district near Moscow.

The appearance of a soft driver's seat with wide-spaced side support rollers does not cause delight, but it is comfortable to sit. The steering wheel trimmed with rough leather has an optimal section.

But a scattering of rectangular keys on the front panel and the legendary electronic clock pull the car into the distant past.

What can please Toyota? Good visibility - no cameras are needed (although there is a back one) or others electronic assistants. Also spacious back row with a low central tunnel: Passengers are delighted.

A bunch of engine and box works smoothly. Petrol 2.5‑liter “four” with a capacity of 181 hp confidently pulls a one and a half ton sedan in the entire rev range - albeit without a spark. The six-speed automatic is a little thoughtful, but it changes gears extremely smoothly, imperceptibly. The frankly empty and “longest” steering wheel in our quartet does not bring excitement (three turns from lock to lock).

Camry - not for fast turns. She for quiet ride. Straight track, measured acceleration - that's her element. Good sound insulation (only weak aerodynamic noise penetrates into the cabin) only emphasizes the sedateness of the car. And the main trump card is the smoothness of the ride. Small things dissolve somewhere in the shock absorbers and silent blocks, and the big stuff responds only with a smooth swaying of the stern. So calm, just calm!

Kia Optima is trying to take revenge for last year's defeat. Mazda 6, Toyota Camry and Volkswagen Passat are strongly opposed.

From generation to Generation Skoda The Superb is getting bigger and bigger to keep up with the class lead in space and trunk space. So the current generation of the model has significantly increased in size. The length has increased from 4833 to 4861 mm (+32 mm), and the wheelbase has stretched from 2761 to 2841 mm (+80 mm). Such an increase, of course, could not but affect the size of the cabin.

510 liters of cargo can take Kia trunk, while the Skoda will fit 625 liters

However, Optima is not far behind in this sense. She is one of the closest classmates in size. With the change of generations, the Korean sedan added another centimeter to the total length and stretched to 4855 mm, and the wheelbase increased from 2795 to 2805 mm (+10 mm).

But it seems that it is these 3.5 cm differences in size wheel bases and played a decisive role. In terms of legroom for the rear passengers, the “Korean” still loses a little to the “Czech”. However, it (the difference) is noticeable only after measurements. It is unlikely that you can feel it without arming yourself with a ruler. And in one, and in another car, you can easily get settled with your legs crossed, even if your name is Shaquille O'Neal. Another thing is that the sofa itself in Superb is a bit more comfortable.
It has better molded seats and a better profiled back. Yes, the central passenger will not be very comfortable due to the high tunnel, but the Optima also has it, albeit not so massive.

Optima now pampers customers not only with fashionable design, but also with good finishes. The Optima has a rear-view camera available in two trim levels, but the Business has a 5-inch screen and the Luxury has an 8-inch one. In terms of the reserve of space, the “Korean” loses a little to the “Czech”. However, the difference is noticeable only after measurements

The same applies to the front seats. The backrests are well-constructed on both seats, but they still lack lateral support in the Optima. And the Superb rollers, although not outstanding in appearance, but they perfectly hold the back even in tight turns. But that's the advantage Skoda driver are running out. Finding a comfortable driving position is easy in both cars. Serious ergonomic miscalculations were not noticed either in the "Czech" or in the "Korean". Using the multimedia system is easy in both Kia and Skoda, as rivals preach a similar approach to control: basic functions are activated by analog buttons on the center console, and fine-tuning is already done inside the menu using the touchscreen. Interfaces, by the way, are as simple and clear as possible.
Volume cargo compartments not small for both cars: 510 liters for Kia and 625 liters for Skoda. And it makes no sense to talk about the convenience of loading and unloading bulky goods. Superb - liftback. Fifth door, raised with rear window, much more practical.

Knight's move

However, the owners of these cars are more likely to drive than on the back sofa. Therefore, for many of them, good riding habits are as important as, for example, spacious salon And big trunk. And here Skoda Superb offers a much wider choice. We have this car available with three gasoline engines(1.8 TFSI with 180 hp and a 2-liter engine in two versions - 220 and 280 hp) and one diesel, 190 hp 1.9 TDI. There are options with "mechanics", with a 6- or 7-speed "robot" DSG, mono- and all-wheel drive. But Kia Optima is still sold in one single version - with a 1.7-liter turbodiesel with a capacity of 141 hp. and a 7-speed "robot" DCT. Consumption in the combined cycle of 5.1 l / 100 km is, of course, great, but this engine is still rather weak for such a solid car. We got the Superb in the starting petrol version, but this liftback also gains the first “hundred” in 8 seconds and generally acts as a hearty one. It would be optimal to oppose the Optima with a diesel Superb, but even here it would hardly have had a chance to win. Skoda with 1.9 TDI even promises a consumption of 4.1 l / 100 km, and the car accelerates to “hundreds” in the same 8 s, while Kia needs 11 for this. No wonder: Superb’s torque is 400 Nm, available at 1750 rpm, while the Optima peaks at the same level, but it is only 340 Nm.

Superb inside may seem a bit boring, but the ergonomics are exemplary. The picture from the rear view camera is clear and crisp. However, parking sensors also help the driver. The sofa in Skoda is slightly more comfortable than in Kia. It has better molded seats and a better profiled back.

But it's not just about torque. Gearboxes also play an important role. Despite the fact that they are very close structurally (both test cars were equipped with 7-speed “robots”), there is a clear leader among them in terms of efficiency. "Koreans" still allow to "get stuck" power. So the victory again goes to Skoda, although for the sake of justice it must be emphasized that neither the speed nor the logic of switching both units causes any complaints.
As for the chassis, the engineers found a good balance between comfort and handling in both models. Yes, in some situations Skoda seems more collected on the go. But she also gives in to some large bumps that, without a twinge of conscience, “swallow” the Kia suspension.

And here steering we liked it better on Superb. The mechanisms of both cars are with electric boosters, but on the Czech liftback it is calibrated more successfully. The steering isn't heavy, but the car's responses are quick and precise. Yes, and the feedback is quite transparent. While the steering wheel Kia tries not to burden the driver with information about the roadway at all. Even when it would come in handy.

conclusions

Optima is slightly inferior to Superb in almost all respects. But in fairness, we must admit that this backlog is scanty. And if, when choosing a car of this class, the price is one of the determining factors, but far from dominant, then preference should be given to the Czech liftback. But if the financial issue is particularly acute, then you have a direct road to a Kia dealer. There you will be offered "a lot of car" for reasonable money. Yes, and his equipment will certainly be richer than that of Skoda.

Skoda Superb

Liftback body, spacious back row, large trunk, economical engine, perfect driving habits

High tunnel in the second row, harsh ride on some types of surfaces, high cost of options

Kia Optima

High-torque motor, comfortable ride,
solid interior, rich equipment, nice price list

Kia Optima. Price: 1 589 900 rubles. On sale: since 2016

Toyota Camry. Price: 1 656 000 rubles. On sale: since 2014

As a result of the past year Toyota in the D segment, it won the undisputed leadership in terms of the number of cars sold: 30,136 Camry sold out - four times more than the nearest competitor Hyundai i40 (7174 units)! Kia Optima, by the way, was sold less (3096 units). The situation must be corrected new model, which appeared towards the end of 2015. Moreover, buyers are lured by the “two-faced” nature of the novelty: they say, if you want comfortable car business class - buy the usual "Optima", and if the soul requires excitement, then choose a 240-horsepower Optima GT or at least a less powerful sedan with a GT-line body kit. The latter just got to us for the test.

It is the sports plumage, which has lost its funny “three-barreled” LED foglights, that makes Kia look like the Camry that came out earlier. Outwardly, snow-white sedans really look like each other, especially when viewed from the front: slanted headlights united by a radiator grill, triangles of side and trapezoid central air intakes, developed aerodynamic tides at the corners of the bumpers ... It’s not immediately noticeable from 30 meters! However, the younger car of the Korean brand still looks more modern and more stylish - after all, the Optima is not upgraded, but almost a completely new model. The seventh generation Camry, updated at the end of 2014, was released at all in 2011. Kia also looks bigger than its own direct competitor, although in fact it almost repeats the dimensions of the Camry: it is 35 mm wider, 5 mm higher and the same length.

The design of modern Kia never ceases to please: both statically and dynamically, the Optima is extremely effective

Despite age, as we have already mentioned, positions japanese sedan doesn't give up. This also applies pricing policy: presented on Camry test with a 2.5-liter aspirated and automatic, although a little more expensive than Kia with a comparable power unit, but it is much worse equipped. Cross your fingers: Panoramic roof, front seat ventilation, automatic trunk release, all-round cameras, navigation system, lane change assistant, sunblinds rear doors, bi-xenon headlights, electronic handbrake ... The Japanese opponent is deprived of all this wealth. And Kia also greets passengers at night with a light hidden in the door handles. Gets you right away! What does Toyota offer in return? Let's try to figure it out.

If the theater begins with a hanger, then acquaintance with the car - from the driver's seat. plunging into Salon Kia, you catch yourself thinking that it reminds you of something ... Previously, Korean cars were closer in spirit to Japanese ones, but now they are a clear reference to the "Germans", namely Volkswagen and Audi. Moreover, this is not a parody or imitation, but rather the same mood: well-balanced ergonomics, calm geometric shapes and the absence of “flashy” details.

Armchairs are set low, have developed support, small diameter wheel has a lower edge beveled in a sporty manner, the center console is slightly turned towards the pilot. A discreet but persistent hint of excitement! On the whole, I liked the driving position, but the profile of the seats, although tight in combat, is not fully verified, and even in the lowest position of the pillow, the ceiling visually “presses” the driver a little: with my height of 179 cm, the free clearance above my head did not exceed 5 -7 cm.

On the move, the Toyota is quite rolled, but it “lays softly” and pleases with the energy intensity of the suspension

Camry has a completely different mood that has not changed over the years: here, as before, comfort and proven solutions rule the ball. The design of the front panel here is already outdated at the stage of updating in 2014, and the plastic-wooden inserts were not criticized, probably, only by the lazy one ... But, perhaps, there is nothing really wrong with that. I'm sure older the target audience accurately appreciate the conservatism of the interior, where everything is familiar and understandable. The older generation will choose Toyota for other understandable reasons: both a taller and a larger person can imposingly sit behind the wheel here - places with a margin in all directions. It is especially easy to sit in the back: Camry is a real limousine in terms of the reserve of space on the second row among competitors! In Kia, of course, it’s not so spacious, but you can’t call it cramped either, and passengers, in addition to stove deflectors, have curtains on the windows, a cigarette lighter socket and a USB port for charging gadgets.

Quite soft Toyota seats are not conducive to active driving - there is a shortage of lateral support, and the skin is slippery, but their profile is more successful. Visibility here is also much better than that of the coupe-like Optima: due to the higher landing, you feel the dimensions of the car more sharply both in front and on the sides - in principle, no all-round visibility is needed. Although Kia has the last option, it is apparently “for show”: the image quality leaves much to be desired. The features of the view are well felt when entering the underground parking lot: if you play it safe on the Kia just in case and drive to the next floor in two passes, then you fly into the Toyota the first time without even thinking.

In motion, the cars also showed quite different tempers. Suspension Kia turned out to be surprisingly balanced, which was not particularly observed in Korean cars before: despite the 18-inch wheels, all road trifles are perfectly isolated from the passenger compartment, there is no strong buildup on asphalt waves, and during maneuvers the sedan behaves quite steadily, almost without annoying rolls. Toyota is much more rolly in corners, but its suspension would fit a crossover too - energy consumption is on top! In terms of exchange rate stability both sedans turned out to be good, only the Camry had to be corrected for studded tires, which, at positive temperatures, introduced excessive smearing into the behavior of the sedan. The Optima turns much more readily into corners, but the steering effort is too artificial, although everything is in order with sharpness. There are also complaints about Toyota in this regard - the steering is even more lacking in information content and quick reactions, but in both cases you get used to it.

But from the point of view accelerating dynamics the championship goes to Toyota. Despite the fact that the passport characteristics of the cars are very close (acceleration to hundreds is 9–9.1 s), the Toyota engine is perceived much more alive: it accelerates both from a standstill and from a Camry speed much more willingly, despite the more thoughtful automatic. Perhaps the point is in the Japanese engine, which is less strangled by European standards, or maybe in a more conservative injection system: unlike the direct one in Kia, the Camry engine is “distributed”. This is a separate plus sign in the piggy bank of Japanese reliability: a simpler fuel system, as a rule, is more durable with our fuel and easier in terms of maintenance.

Touching upon the topic of maintenance, it is worth mentioning the cost of ownership. Maintaining a Korean sedan is cheaper: the cost of a hull, for example, is almost 40 thousand less for Kia, and it will be necessary to carry out scheduled maintenance commensurate in cost 1.5 times less often - every 15 thousand km. However, there is also the other side of the coin: Camry is better saves residual value, and shorter maintenance intervals, as experience shows, often become the key to the same reliability. So far, the Camry's higher liquidity argument has proven to be the deciding factor so far, as the sales numbers speak volumes. Whether the market situation will change with the advent of such strong contenders as Optima, time will tell.

KIA OPTIMA 1 589 900 rub.

In many respects, the Korean "Optima" will give odds to the "Japanese": its character has become much more balanced.

Driving Gambling "Optima" can not be called, rather - balanced Salon The interior is really good: design and quality materials do not interfere with functionality Comfort The suspension copes well with the road surface, and the noise isolation with the sound background that accompanies it. Price "More car" for the same price is one of the main advantages of Kia Average score

Dense chairs with developed lateral support are good, but not ideal: the relief is still rustic

TO dashboard you can't fault it: informative, concise and tasteful

Necessary conditions for the habitation of gadgets - Kia has

Behind, of course, not as spacious as in the Camry, but quite comfortable. I wish the chairs were softer...

TOYOTA CAMRY 1 656 000 r.

Comfort, practicality and reputation are the three pillars on which the Camry's market success is built.

Driving The Camry engine turned out to be faster than the Korean one, and the automatic transmission was slower Salon You can’t hide your age: the interior of the Toyota is outdated, but still quite practical Comfort This is where Toyota wins back: the suspension is as good at isolating road trifles as a Kia, but it tolerates bad roads much more easily. Security Camry successfully passed IIHS American crash test Price "Toyota" is more expensive than "Kia", and equipped - poorer Average score

Soft chairs "Camry" are almost devoid of lateral support and set up for a measured ride

The instrument panel, of course, is spectacular, but sometimes it dazzles the eyes from small numbers and blue backlighting.

The media system is already outdated, and navigation is available only in the most expensive trim levels.

Rear sofa Camry - the softest and most spacious among competitors

Specifications
	KIA OPTIMA	TOYOTA CAMRY
Dimensions, weight
Length, mm	4855	4850
Width, mm	1860	1825
Height, mm	1485	1480
Wheel base, mm	2805	2775
Clearance, mm	155	160
Curb weight, kg	1575	1530
Gross weight, kg	2050	2100
Trunk volume, l	510	506
Volume fuel tank, l	70	70
Dynamics, economy
Maximum speed, km/h	210	210
Acceleration time 0–100 km/h, s	9,1	9,0
Fuel consumption, l/100 km:
urban cycle	12,0	11,0
suburban cycle	6,2	5,9
mixed cycle	8,3	7,8
Technique
engine's type	petrol, 4-cylinder	petrol, 4-cylinder
Working volume, cm 3	2359	2494
HP power at min -1	188 at 6000	181 at 6000
Torque Nm at min -1	241 at 4000	231 at 4100
Transmission	automatic, 6-speed	automatic, 6-speed
Drive unit	front	front
Front suspension	independent, McPherson	independent, McPherson
Rear suspension	independent, multi-link	independent, multi-link
Brakes (front/rear)	disk	disk
Tire size	235/45R18	215/55R17
Operating costs*
Transport tax, R.	9400	9050
TO-1 / TO-2, r.	10 432 / 12 182	9416 / 13 524
OSAGO, r.	10 982	10 982
Casco, r.	109 703	148 785

* Transport tax in Moscow. TO-1 / TO-2 - according to the dealer. Casco and OSAGO - at the rate of 1 male driver, single, age 30 years, driving experience 10 years.

Our verdict

Despite the superficial similarity, the cars are completely opposite in spirit: for about the same price as the Camry, Kia offers a better level of equipment and more modern technologies. On the side of Toyota, in turn, are such eternal values ​​as comfort and reputation. What is more important is up to you.

Having won the battle on best car Korean business class, Kia Optima rapidly continued to move forward. Thus, having debuted the fourth generation in 2015, Optima can safely compete with the world representatives of this segment, and it has a good chance to be called the best. Do you agree with this Volkswagen Passat? Now we will find out.

The first to appear on the arena is the "formidable" German representative business class Volkswagen Passat B8. I think right after these words, many motorists who are always true Volkswagen Group, will argue that Optima has absolutely no chance. But let's not rush things ahead of time and return to our "battle".

Finally new Volkswagen Passat begins to systematically displace its predecessors - the B7 models. Now the updated Passat has ceased to be boring and has become a truly “predatory” car.

Having retained the barely noticeable outlines from its predecessor, the car on the new platform looks nice on the outside. It has well-developed body lines, headlights, the ends of which are harmoniously connected to the stamping of the hood, as well as a proprietary grille and a modified front bumper really look quite dynamic.

Apart from appearance car, strongly clings to its interior. As always, in German stylish interior, with excellent quality finishing materials. The front panel is good not only in appearance, but also to the touch. The central display pleases with the saturation of the image and the clarity of work. Below it is a three-zone climate control panel. Everything works quickly, in a timely manner, and there was no backlash in the “twists”.

The driver's instrument panel in this generation has become electronic and multifunctional. Now there is no need to use switches in order to display the desired indicator, for example, such as street temperature, fuel consumption, etc. Now such information is placed in separate places of the panel and is displayed constantly, and in itself on-board computer you can output an image from navigation system, trip computer data and more.

The steering wheel, sheathed in soft leather, just asks for your hands, and the buttons and paddle shifters located on it pleasantly fit under your fingers. The seats are comfortable with quality upholstery and a wide range adjustments will not let the body get tired from long trips. In the rear row of seats, there is more than enough legroom for passengers. It will be inconvenient only for those who sit in the middle, as it will be great to interfere with the massive and high central tunnel with climate controls in the rear of the car. And the side curtains of the two rear doors and three comfortable headrests create good comfort and a certain zest for the Volkswagen Passat.

We pass to our second participant - Kia Optima. The new, fourth generation of Optima still looks “menacing” and leaves a pleasant impression with its updated exterior.

The head optics, the front bumper and the recesses for the foglights have changed. Now the car looks even more harmonious, so that Kia's appearance is not so far behind its rival. And what about the salon?

Of course, Optima's interior looks simpler than Passatovsky, but is in no way inferior in its logic and quality of finishing materials. It is immediately clear that Korean automakers orient the interior of the car to the driver, as evidenced by the central panel deployed to the driver's seat.

Yes, the central display is smaller, but it shows the same quality and pleases with speed. The central deflectors are symmetrical, unlike the Passat, it seems that the central right deflector stretches to the end of the torpedo. A convenient climate control system and a central tunnel, where the gearbox selector is located in the front of the car in an anatomical position under the right hand, and to the right it has a roomy niche for every small thing. And the Passat was limited in this place only to cup holders. The steering wheel is now trimmed in leather, and the steering buttons are really conveniently located than in previous versions. The instrument panel flaunts a standard backlight in white and red. As before, it is well readable and convenient, only now the developers seem to have brought a small “marafet”, making it even more pleasing to the eye.

The front seats are comfortable, high-quality and equipped with the necessary adjustments, allowing you to fully adjust driver's seat under yourself. The downside was the side support pillows, which are too far apart, but there is a rather rare function - ventilation of the front seats, which Volkswagen cannot boast of. I was pleased with the rear row of seats: there are more than enough places, and the central tunnel does not get under your feet. Even if the front seats move as far back as possible, there will still be enough space behind.

Compared to the Passat, Kia's rear visibility is much worse, but thanks to the rear-view camera with the ability to adjust the viewing angle, this drawback is not at all depressing. It is also worth noting that the Optima's panoramic roof "ate" the space above its head, so a tall enough person will rest against the ceiling, which cannot be said about the consequences of speed bumps, especially at high speed.

Let's move on to the most painstaking topic - the engine and suspension. Volkswagen Passat B8 complete TSI engine with a working volume of 1.8 liters, a power of 180 hp. and a seven-speed DSG gearbox, and a Kia Optima with a 2.4-liter engine, 188 hp. and a six-speed automatic.

Well, the dynamics of the Passat with its 180-horsepower engine is amazing. The maximum torque is reached at low revs and the car from the start literally "tears" all participants in the movement. Not without the merit of the “robot”, which clearly and on time shifts gears. And the consumption was a pleasant surprise - 9 liters in the city, and 5 on the highway! Noise isolation and handling at altitude. As the speed increases, the steering effort also increases, and in sharp turns there is good feedback and small rolls.

Suspension new platform has become more energy-intensive and allows you to confidently drive through any bumps without fear of “breaking through” it.

The Kia engine has moderate traction and, together with a six-speed automatic, is in no way suitable for active driving, and if you try to squeeze “all the juice out of it”, then the standard mixed consumption from 11 liters will grow into all 15. I was pleased that the Koreans know how to learn from mistakes. If in previous generations the sound insulation was simply disgusting, and the suspension was low energy-intensive, then everything in this car has reached a new level. While driving, the cabin is quiet, and the bumps in the road are “filtered” just fine. The only thing, of course, with fairly deep potholes, you have to slow down.

Summing up, of course, Volkswagen wins this “battle”, surpassing its eastern competitor in design and driving performance. But! By including the “pricing policy” item here, the Passat will turn out to be too expensive, and in this case the Optima will cost much less when buying and servicing. Not to say that Kia has gone far back. The Koreans did their best, and I think the next generation will still be able to give “heat” to their competitors.

What about Japanese car, then it almost always enjoyed enviable popularity among domestic buyers. Just recently, the Korean analogue of KIA Optima swung at his leadership qualities, which, by the way, looks like a quite worthy competitor, capable of moving the Japanese off the pedestal. Despite this, the Japanese are also on the alert, and are ready to offer new version Camry.

Flawless Sedan

Ratings and sales

At the beginning of the 2000s, many large automobile corporations erected their factories in Russia and tried to stay on the domestic market as long as possible. but Japanese company, took a slightly different route. If most of the company put on conveyors, exclusively compact versions of crossovers, then the Japanese company decided to launch Camry into production. And looking ahead, it should be noted that they made the right step. Since there was localization, cars began to be sold at a fairly attractive price, which had a positive effect on consumer demand. A few years ago, Camry was sold in approximately the same volumes as all cars in this class combined. For example, in 2017, more than 28 thousand cars were sold. This is an incredibly high figure, given that cars, to put it mildly, are not cheap.

Korean sedan

• At the moment, Camry got rid of a sufficient curvaceous body, which is already quite fed up with many users. The exterior began to look in a sporty style, which is quite good.
• As for the Optima, it is the only car of his brand, which he received, is so large in size. Besides, driving performance, here is also on top.

Over the past few months, the demand for Korean cars has increased, the Russians have bought almost 13 thousand cars. Such an interest in Korean car, can be explained by the fact that now it has received a much more striking design, and the pricing policy has become more forgiving.

Engine and transmission

As for the American market for Camry cars, there is an opportunity to purchase updated engines which have not been used until now. For the Russian consumer, things are somewhat different. The basic option, as before, will be a 2-liter unit, with a maximum power of 150 Horse power, as well as with an automatic six-speed gearbox. As for the indicators of dynamics, nothing is clear here yet. It is quite possible that the car will be able to overcome the first hundred kilometers per hour in 10.4 seconds, like the previous model of the series. For such a huge and solid sedan, such a motor will not be enough, in some situations. In the event that the indicator of dynamics is very important, then you should pay attention to the option that works on 2.5 liters. Such a motor is already capable of operating at 181 horsepower. previous generation Camry, thanks to this motor, could reach 100 kilometers per hour in 9 seconds. These two modifications work on a six-speed automatic.

The main news related to the technical feature is related to the top version of the car. A 3.5-liter engine is already installed here, there is a V-shaped six. The main advantageous feature of this car is that there is a combined fuel injection system. In other markets, a similar model is capable of delivering 305 horsepower. What about domestic market, then versions running on 249 horsepower will be sold here. Here, an updated eight-speed automatic will also be available.

As for the basic version of KIA, there is still the same 2-liter engine running at 150 horsepower. However, the Optima-2.0 variant may offer mechanical box transmission, which for many buyers is a significant plus. In order to purchase a 6-speed automatic, you will have to pay a little extra. The first option is capable of accelerating to 100 kilometers per hour in 9.6 seconds, and the version with a gun, in 10.7 seconds.

The Optima variant with a 2.4-liter engine is already capable of showing 188 horsepower. Despite this, this option does not give any additional forces in front of the Japanese counterpart, the car accelerates to 100 kilometers per hour in 9.1 seconds. As for the most expensive version of the car, here, unlike the Camry, there is a turbocharged V4, which, with a volume of 2 liters, has a capacity of 245 horsepower. This option will allow you to accelerate to 100 kilometers per hour, in just 7.4 seconds, and maximum speed car, was 240 kilometers per hour.

Pricing policy and equipment

The very first and affordable version of the Camry car was called the Standard, and this option will cost 1 million 390 thousand rubles. The car package, in this case, includes: heated seats, climate control, full electric package, the ability to start the car without a key, a high-quality audio system, light sensors and high-quality LED headlights. Of course, there are many more various little things here, but it is worth listing only the most necessary and interesting.

quality sedan

As for the modification called Standard Plus, there is a 2-liter version for 1 million 499 thousand rubles, as well as a 2.5-liter option for 1 million 623 thousand rubles. Here are the front and rear type paktronikov, high-quality leather-wrapped steering wheel, heated seats, mirrors and windshield, high-quality cruise control and no less high-quality multimedia system with a large seven-inch screen. A more expensive version can still offer a special induction system for charging smartphones. As for the Classic version, here, in addition to everything, there is also a high-quality leather interior, as well as an electric drive for the front seats of the car. The price in this case is 1 million 549 thousand rubles. In this case, in order to get a 2.5 liter engine, you will have to pay an additional 150 thousand rubles.

As for the Safety version, it will cost 1 million 818 thousand rubles, and the Safety Prestige will cost 1 million 930 thousand rubles. Both of these options have only a 2.5 liter engine.

As for the first option, there will be: high-quality 17-inch wheels, reliable heated steering wheel and front seats, a more advanced rear-view camera, an airbag on the wheel, and there is also a fairly high-quality cruise control. Among other things, it is simply impossible to ignore the special function emergency braking on the roads, as well as a special collision avoidance system.

The second option received in the package, high-quality 18-inch wheels, an interesting and very high-quality ionizer, and an improved audio system. Also now there is already an eight-inch screen.

A variation that uses a V6 engine can be purchased for 2 million 166 thousand rubles. This price is calculated only for the Lux package. As for the most expensive version of the car, it costs 2 million 341 thousand rubles.

As for the pricing policy of Optima, in this case they are more affordable. The basic version of the car with a manual transmission will cost 1 million 209 thousand rubles. However, in this case, the equipment of the car is much less high quality. It is already installed here, only air conditioning, head unit and 16 inch wheels. The Comfort modification will already cost 1 million 329 thousand 900 rubles. There will already be climate control and a rain sensor, as well as a leather-wrapped steering wheel.

The luxury equipment of the car will cost 1 million 449 thousand rubles. There are: alloy wheels, an electric drive type for the driver's seat, as well as an electric handbrake. From this version, you can purchase, for an additional 80 thousand rubles, a version of the car with a 2.4 liter engine. The prestige version will cost 1 million 529 thousand rubles. Here, the changes are related to additional systems tracking blind spots, as well as with the ability to access the cabin without a key.

The most expensive modification of the car, called GT. This option will cost already 1 million 879 thousand rubles. In this case, 18-inch wheels, LED headlights, an improved sports steering wheel, as well as a specialized surround view function are installed.

What to choose in the end

As for the Japanese car, it has been significantly improved from a visual point of view, but technically it has not changed much. Among other things, the maintenance of the Japanese model will cost quite a tidy sum. But, he's just gorgeous in the cabin.

The Korean car can offer good technical features, as well as a manual transmission. Moreover, it is a little more economical, and maintenance will be cheaper. However, in this case, less interesting design and far fewer technical features than the Camry.