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 was these 3.5 cm differences in the size of the wheelbases that 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.
He is better shaped seats and 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: the Superb has a torque of 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.

But 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

Europe or Asia? Relatives Volkswagen Passat and Skoda Superb - or Toyota Camry and new Kia Optima? It's like a hockey confrontation between Korea and Germany. Well, or Japan with the Czech Republic. The result is already known...

But still, formally, these are classmates, and we could not help but bump their foreheads - in a good, comparatively test, sense of these words. However, they decided to split the match into two duel tests. Rules within the Euroleague: a price tag of about 2.4 million rubles, a 1.8 turbo engine (180 hp) and a DSG robot. The "Asians" have a different framework: about 1.6 million, aspirated 2.4-2.5 liters with a capacity of 181-188 hp. - and the usual "machines".

Looking at the results of Russian sales in the D + class, you might think that Camry has no alternative. Over the past year - 30 thousand sedans sold and more than a fourfold advantage over the closest rival, which is the Hyundai i40 co-platform of the previous Optima!

Optima is a mature lady. Spectacular on the outside, not bad mannered and modest in requests

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The new Optima is a more serious competitor.

Chu! Kia has a Teutonic spirit, or rather, the spirit of Audi. Albeit six years ago. Kia's electrified seat with memory settings lacks only adjustments for the length of the pillow and the tightness of the hugs of the back

Kia contrast instrumentation - no flaws

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The massive bolsters of the ventilated seat are spaced a little too wide, but the profile and rigidity are no worse than those of the Volkswagen. Bright dials and a console turned towards the driver invigorate, the “automatic” shuffles six gears gently, imperceptibly and predictably - unlike the Toyota box, which is braked by a relaxed torque converter.

Electric parking brake available already in the “medium” Luxe configuration, but seat ventilation and car parking are available only in the top version of the GT Line
Kia's six-speed "automatic" is smooth and quick enough - a weak sports stimulator, activated by the Drive Mode button behind the selector, is not needed
Buttons, connectors - all in a row. And the shelf - with wireless charging of smartphones, like Toyota

In 2018, 33,700 units were purchased in Russia. new Toyota Camry and 20,833 units. - Kia Optima. In 2017, the results were as follows: 28,199 units. - demand japanese sedan, 12 822 pcs. - into Korean. That is, compared with the year before last, interest in models increased by 20% and 62%, respectively. Kia is expanding its presence in the new car market more and more. Vehicle in Russia. But will Optima be able to further reduce the gap from its competitor at the end of the current year? Let's try to answer this question by comparing these two popular cars.

Prices and equipment

Toyota Camry 2019 model year is offered to customers in seven versions: "Standard", "Standard Plus", "Classic", "Elegance Safety", "Prestige Safety", "Luxe Safety" and "Executive Safety", and Kia Optima 2019 - in eight: "Classic ”, “Comfort”, “Luxe”, “Prestige”, “Europa League”, “Premium”, “GT Line” and “GT”. The most affordable Camry "Standard" with a 2.0-liter gasoline engine (150 hp) and 6-speed automatic transmission transmission costs 1,573,000 rubles, and Optima "Standard" 2.0 (150 hp) and 6-speed "mechanics" - 1,344,900 rubles, that is, 228,100 rubles. (14%) cheaper. Both models are equipped with: frontal, side airbags and curtain airbags, a system exchange rate stability, audio system, power windows of all doors, alloy rims, heated front seats, power folding and heated side mirrors. The difference between these configurations is that the "Japanese" engine starts with a button, there are fog lights and dual-zone climate control is installed, and not air conditioning like the "Korean". But at the same time, Kia is equipped with cruise control.

However, the above comparison is not correct in terms of transmission. After all, the Japanese sedan is equipped with an "automatic", not a manual transmission. Let's fix this inaccuracy. Kia Optima "Comfort" 2.0 (150 hp) 6AT is sold for 1,474,900 rubles, that is, for 98,100 rubles. (6%) cheaper. In the “Comfort” package, the “Korean” in addition to the “Classic” received: a heated steering wheel, a rain sensor, gearshift paddles, fog lights and climate control. It turns out that in this version, Optima looks preferable to its opponent, not only in terms of price, but also in terms of a set of options.

Let's skip the numerous intermediate versions, and immediately compare top configurations. Toyota Camry "Executive Safety" with a 3.5-liter V-engine (249 hp) and 8-speed "automatic" costs 2,499,000 rubles, and Kia Optima "GT" with a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine (245 hp) and a 6-speed automatic transmission - 2,054,900 rubles, that is, 444,100 rubles. (18%) cheaper. Both sedans are top notch, and here's what they got for the money: heating rear seats, power front seats, knee airbag, four all-round cameras, front and rear parking sensors, 8-inch multimedia screen with navigation, blind spot monitoring system, parking exit assist in reverse And so on. Camry certainly has a longer list of installed equipment. Systems active safety Toyota Safety Sense second generation (traffic sign recognition, lane control and driver fatigue, adaptive cruise control, etc.) - main distinguishing feature Japanese car. And whether these technologies correspond to the difference in the cost of two sedans is up to you.

Specifications

The length / width / height of the Toyota Camry 2019 is 4885/1840/1455 mm, the dimensions of the Kia Optima 2019 are 4855/1860/1485 mm, that is, the “Japanese” is longer, but already lower. Wheelbase less for the "Korean" - 2805 mm against 2825 for the opponent. Ground clearance the same - 155 mm. The fuel tank is noticeably more capacious in the Korean sedan - 70 liters versus 60 liters in the opponent. Volume luggage compartment the Japanese model has less - 493 liters versus 510 liters for a competitor.

Toyota Camry 2019 is represented by three gasoline engines: 2.0 (150 hp, 192 Nm); 2.5 (181 hp, 231 Nm); 3.5 (249 hp, 356 Nm), however, like the Kia Optima 2019: 2.0 (150 hp, 196 Nm); 2.4 GDI (188 hp, 241 Nm) and 2.0 T-GDI (245 hp, 350 Nm). In general, rivals have engines with very similar characteristics in their lineup. In conclusion, it is worth saying about the power units that the "Japanese" can only be equipped with a 6- or 8-speed automatic transmission, and the "Korean" - with a 6-speed "mechanics" or "automatic".

Now let's compare dynamic characteristics and fuel efficiency of our opponents. Acceleration time from 0 to 100 km / h (fuel consumption in city / highway / combined modes) for Toyota Camry vs Kia Optima is: 2.0 (150 hp) 6AT - 11.0 s (9.7 / 5 .5/7.1 L) vs 10.7s (11.2/5.8/7.8 L); 2.5 (181 hp) 6AT vs 2.4 (188 hp) 6AT - 9.9 s (11.5 / 6.4 / 8.3 L) vs 9.1 s (12, 0 / 6.2 / 8.3 l) and 3.5 (249 hp) 8AT vs 2.0 T-GDI (245 hp) 6AT - 7.7 s (12.5 / 6.4 / 8.7 L) vs 7.4 s (12.5/6.3/8.5 L) respectively. Only the increased gasoline consumption of the “Korean” with a power of 150 hp catches the eye. and better dynamics with a 2.4 liter engine. And do not forget to mention the most economical modification of the Korean sedan 2.0 (150 hp) 6MT - 9.6 s (10.4 / 6.1 / 7.7 l).

Ownership cost

It's time to find out the cost Maintenance. To do this, take the basic versions of sedans with 2.0-liter engines and automatic transmissions. We will compare costs up to 60,000 km (inclusive). The service interval for the "Japanese" is 10,000 km, and for the "Korean" - 15,000 km. The results are as follows. Toyota Camry 2019: TO-1 (10,000 km) - 13,648 rubles, TO-2 (20,000 km) - 17,834 rubles, TO-3 (30,000 km) - 13,648 rubles, TO-4 ( 40,000 km) - 26,743 rubles, TO-5 (50,000 km) - 13,648 rubles. and TO-6 (60,000 km) - 17,834 rubles. Total: 103,355 rubles. Kia Optima 2019: TO-1 (15,000 km) - 9,138 rubles, TO-3 (30,000 km) - 11,138 rubles, TO-3 (45,000 km) - 10,219 rubles. and TO-4 (60,000 km) - 16,078 rubles. Total: 46,573 rubles, that is, 56,782 rubles (55%) cheaper. In terms of 1 km of run, maintenance costs are: 1 ruble 72 kopecks for Toyota and 78 kopecks for Kia.

And how much does CASCO cost? To answer this question, we will use online calculators. As initial data, we will have a car with a capacity of 150 Horse power for 1,800,000 rubles, which will be driven in Moscow by a married 50-year-old man with 20 years of driving experience and two children. The price for insurance against theft and damage, depending on the company and type of policy for Toyota Camry 2019 vs Kia Optima 2019, is: Rosgosstrakh "Anti-crisis CASCO" - 41,733 rubles. vs 28 312 rubles; Liberty Insurance "KASKO Direct" - 98 340 rubles. vs 76 850 rub. and MAX "Premium" - 187,100 rubles. vs 122 400 rub. respectively. In general, it will be cheaper to insure a Korean sedan.

Summary

The 2019 Toyota Camry is a more high-tech vehicle than its competitor. Numerous electronic systems will make the trip not only safer, but also as comfortable as possible. But if advanced technology is optional for you, then all the magic of this sedan is lost. And the Kia Optima 2019 comes to the fore with its more attractive price for both the car itself and its maintenance and insurance. Also, the Korean sedan will delight the buyer with its dynamics, trunk capacity and advantage in power reserve due to the larger volume. fuel tank. So the “Korean” has every chance to close the gap from the opponent at the end of 2019. Moreover, from January to May (inclusive) of the current year, he has already demonstrated the seriousness of his intentions. In the first five months of 2019, Camry - 13,390 units, Optima - 9,880 units were sold.

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. Does the Volkswagen Passat agree with this? 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.

In addition to the appearance of the car, its interior is also very catchy. 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 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, the interior of Optima 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 a roof with a panoramic view Optima "ate" the space above his 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 seven-speed DSG box, And 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 paragraph " price policy”, 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.

Toyota Camry in Russia is more than a car. This is a status, this is the unconditional love of consumers, this is, so to speak, the embodiment of reliability and 100% liquidity on secondary market with minimal loss of value.

But everyone knows very well that cars Toyota brands not distinguished by exquisite design, high quality materials, and as a rule - do not shine driving performance. These are simple reliable cars that are most often purchased by people over the age of 40, when reliability and relative comfort are valued, without any special requirements for the behavior of the car on the road. It's easier to say that this is a car ideal for driving from point "A" to point "B" and that's it ...

But the D-class does not end with the Toyota Camry model, even though for marketing purposes Toyota Motor Company positions the Camry as an E-class. Let's take a look at the comparison with another popular Asian model of similar size and status - KIA Optima.

Modifications and equipment Toyota Camry

The base for Toyota Camry is the Standard package, the cost of which at the moment is 1,364,000 rubles. For this money, Camry will be equipped with a two-liter 6AR-FSE engine that produces 150 hp. and a 6-speed automatic transmission, which for a car weighing 1540 kg is actually very mediocre performance. And a car with such equipment accelerates from standstill to 100 km / h in 10.4 seconds (according to the manufacturer), which, frankly, is not true, and in fact this car drives an average of two seconds slower. However, this is only important for those who will try to drive this model, which they will not succeed in principle, since the car initially, with any engine, does not have to actively move in the stream.

Optionally, the “minimal salary” will give all the necessary passive and active safety systems, 16-inch alloy wheels, fabric interior, LED daytime running lights, fog lights, steering wheel adjustment in two planes, climate control, parking radars, an acoustic system with steering wheel controls, and much more.

For a little more money (for example, the Elegance Plus equipment for 1,635,000 rubles), the Japanese will already put a 2AR-FE engine in the car, which has a volume of 2.5 liters and a power of 181 hp. Optionally, in this configuration there will be a leather interior, xenon light, electric seats, etc.

The top-end engine in the line is the V6 2GR-FE, with a volume of 3.5 liters and a power of 249 hp. The cost of the most expensive car with such an engine is 1,960,000 per complete set Luxe, in which, in addition to all of the above, curtains are added for back row, electric steering wheel position, seat memory, more progressive multimedia system and 17-inch alloy wheels. The dynamics of such a car is already more impressive and a Camry with such power-to-weight ratio “goes up to a hundred” already in 7.1 seconds, which is actually true.

All Toyota Camrys use a MacPherson strut with a stabilizer in the suspension. roll stability both front and back. Toyota is very fond of this suspension layout, which, on the one hand, makes road behavior unnecessarily rolly and unpredictable, and on the other hand, it makes repairs easier and cheaper in the event of a breakdown.

Modifications and equipment Kia Optima

Minimum wage Korean business sedan is more democratic. For the Classic package, the dealer asks from 1,099,900 rubles, and for this money the car will have a two-liter engine with 150 hp. and mechanical box gears. For such a price, the equipment of the car can be called rich! The base Kia Optima will have 6 airbags, all major modern systems active safety, alloy wheels for 16 inches, LED running lights, light sensor, cruise control, electric heating windshield, air conditioning and sound system.

Also, this Classic equipment can also be in variation with a 6-speed automatic transmission.

With a configuration called Luxe, the Kia Optima model, in addition to two-liter engine, may have under the hood and more powerful motor, with a volume of 2.4 liters. Such power unit will be equipped direct injection fuel, and it is characterized by low gasoline consumption at high power rates: 2.4 GDi already produces 188 forces, which, coupled with a fast-running automatic transmission, has a positive effect on dynamics. A car weighing 1575 kg accelerates from standstill to 100 km / h in an honest 9 seconds.

This equipment (2.4 GDi Luxe) costs from 1,429,900 rubles, and can optionally offer front and rear parking sensors, rain and light sensors, an electronic parking brake, electric front seats with settings memory, dual-zone climate control and 18-inch wheels.

The maximum version of "Optima" is Optima GT, the cost of which is from 1,749,900 rubles. This version is already slightly different from the others - more aggressive appearance, and for good reason. Under the hood, this Kia has a 2-liter in-line GDI turbo engine with a twin-scroll turbine that produces 245 hp, which was purposely done to lower the bar on transport tax in our country. On the Korean K5 (as this car is called in its homeland, in South Korea), this motor already produces more impressive 280 horsepower, and the beauty of the Optima GT for our market lies in the fact that this motor is "chip" with a simple Korean factory firmware on a completely different "herd of horses".

This motor, as well as its atmospheric counterparts, is equipped with an adaptive torque converter 6-speed automatic transmission, which does its job very well.

Optional GT is more radically different from the above configurations! There will already be a panoramic roof, black leather with red stitching, bi-xenon headlights, an adaptive road lighting system, a Harman Kardon Surround audio system, an all-round camera and much more.

By the way, it is worth noting the fact that in the Kia clip there is an Optima with the same optional equipment and the same appearance, but with a simple atmospheric 2.4-liter engine, which is very good if the client is afraid of the pipe motor or he doesn't need a car that can go from 0 to 100 km/h in 7.4 seconds. The cost of KIA Optima in the GT-line configuration is from 1,619,900 rubles.

What to choose: Kia Optima or Toyota Camry

Both of these machines have been present on the market for several years. Russian market, both during this time managed to get hold of their regular consumers and admirers, and both of these models have something to oppose to each other. Toyota Camry is more suitable for adults, it has a less flashy design and a more conservative interior. Kia Optima is more focused on the young consumer and is trying in every possible way to attract attention.

The reliability and reputation of Toyota, Kia can respond with rich optional equipment and a 5-year warranty, and the power of the V6 Camry, Optima can be countered by a much more economical modern turbo engine.

Each of these machines has its pros and cons, and here, as they say, you need to try on the car on your own.