Head-to-head
2026 Kia K4 vs 2026 Toyota Camry
The Kia K4 edges it, 91.2 to 86.2, on price, safety, tech & comfort. The Toyota Camry is ahead on fuel & range and performance.
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2026 Kia K4
The 2026 Kia K4 is sold in the U.S. as a gas midsize sedan with 5 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the K4 4DR w/ DMS, is EPA-rated at 33 mp…
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The 2026 Toyota Camry is sold in the U.S. as a hybrid midsize sedan with 5 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the Camry HEV FF LE, is EPA-rat…
Verdict · default weights
2026 Kia K4
Slight edgeThe Kia K4 edges it, 91.2 to 86.2, on price, safety, tech & comfort. The Toyota Camry is ahead on fuel & range and performance.
Fuel & range 2026 Toyota Camry leads by 36.2
Price 2026 Kia K4 leads by 23.4
Safety 2026 Kia K4 leads by 20.8
| Category · weight | 2026 Kia K4overall 91.2 | 2026 Toyota Camryoverall 86.2 | |||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pricew 4 | 100 | 76.6 | |||||||||||||||
Base MSRP of the trim (or the model's lowest trim). Lower is better. | |||||||||||||||||
| Fuel & rangew 3 | 63.8 | 100 | |||||||||||||||
EPA annual fuel cost and combined mpg / MPGe; EV range when both are electric. | |||||||||||||||||
| Safetyw 4 | 97 | 76.2 | |||||||||||||||
NHTSA 5-Star rating, WhichTrim Safety Signal (open recalls by severity), owner complaints, standard driver-assist features (from the press kit, or from what the manufacturer filed with NHTSA where there is none). Open park-outside / do-not-drive advisories cost 25 points. | |||||||||||||||||
| Space & cargow 2 | 97.8 | 100 | |||||||||||||||
Seats, cargo volume behind the 1st and 2nd rows, rear legroom. | |||||||||||||||||
| Performancew 2 | 83.7 | 100 | |||||||||||||||
Horsepower, torque and horsepower per ton. | |||||||||||||||||
| Tech & comfortw 3 | 100 | 80.3 | |||||||||||||||
Standard (1) and optional (0.5) infotainment, convenience, climate and interior features from the manufacturer's press kit. | |||||||||||||||||
| Warrantynot compared | No data | No data | |||||||||||||||
| Overall | 91.2 | 86.2 | |||||||||||||||
Trim vs trim · 6 of 7 categories compared
Kia K4: base trim LX FWD · Toyota Camry: base trim LE FWD. Pick a trim in the tool to compare any other trim.
Change what matters to you →Scores are 0–100 per category from the data on this page. The weights are yours to set.
Where the gap is
the biggest differences, from the scorecard's own numbersWhere the 2026 Kia K4 wins
- It has drawn fewer owner complaints (13 against 145 filed with NHTSA).
- It starts $6,810 lower ($22,290 against $29,100 base MSRP).
- It lists 28 standard driver-assist features against 22.
Where the 2026 Toyota Camry answers
- It costs $750 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($1,300 against $2,050).
- It is rated 51 combined against 33 (EPA mpg or MPGe).
What they share
- 5 NHTSA stars.
- 38 in of rear legroom.
Ranked by how far apart the two score on each measure, so a price gap and a horsepower gap are compared on the same scale. Every figure is on this page.
Specifications side by side
49 specs · manufacturer press kits| Spec | Kia K4LX FWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $22,290 | $29,100 |
| Engine Basics | ||
| Aspiration | naturally aspirated | — |
| Cylinder count | 4 | 4 |
| Engine displacement | 1,999 cc | 2,487 cc |
| Engine type (full description) | 2.0L I-4, Multi Point Injection (MPI), Atkinson | 2.5-liter 4-cylinder alloy block with aluminum alloy head |
| Fuel injection system | gdi mpi | — |
| Valve configuration | DOHC 16-Valve | DOHC 16-Valve |
| Engine Output | ||
| Horsepower | 147 hp | 184 hp |
| Torque | 132 lb-ft | 163 lb-ft |
| Fuel Economy | ||
| MPG (city) | 29 mpg | 53 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 33 mpg | 51 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 39 mpg | 50 mpg |
| Transmission | ||
| Final drive ratio | 5.149:1 | — |
| Transmission type | Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT) | Electronically Controlled Continuously Variable Transmission |
| Dimensions Exterior | ||
| Ground clearance | — | 5.4 in |
| Overall height | 55.9 in | 56.9 in |
| Overall length | 185 in | 194 in |
| Overall width | 72.8 in | 72.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 107 in | 111 in |
| Cargo | ||
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 14.6 cu-ft | 15.1 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | — | 99.9 cu-ft |
| Seating | ||
| Passenger seating capacity | — | 5 |
| Headroom | ||
| Front headroom | 39 in | 38.3 in |
| Third-row headroom | — | 37.6 in |
| Legroom | ||
| Front legroom | 42.3 in | 42.1 in |
| Third-row legroom | 38 in | 38 in |
| Weights | ||
| Curb weight (maximum) | 2,956 lbs | 3,450 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 2,932 lbs | 3,450 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 3,924 lbs | — |
| Suspension | ||
| Front suspension type | MacPherson strut | Independent MacPherson strut with stabilizer bar |
| Rear suspension type | Coupled Torsion Beam Axle (CTBA) | Multi-link with stabilizer bar |
| Steering | ||
| Steering type | Column Mounted-Motor Driven Power Steering (C-MDPS) | Electric Power Steering rack-and-pinion with electric power-assist |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 17.6 ft | 37.4 ft |
| Brakes | ||
| Front brake diameter | 280 mm | 305 mm |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc | ventilated disc |
| Parking brake type | epb | Electric Parking Brake |
| Rear brake diameter | 262 mm | 281 mm |
| Rear brake type | solid disc | solid disc |
| Wheels | ||
| Wheel diameter | 16 in | 16 in |
| Wheel material | steel | forged alloy |
| Wheel width | 6.5 in | 6.5 in |
| Tires | ||
| Tire size | 205/55R16 | P205/65 R16 |
| Fuel System | ||
| Fuel tank capacity | 12.4 gal | 13 gal |
| Minimum recommended octane | 92 | 87 |
| Connected Services | ||
| Connected services brand | — | Toyota Safety Connect / Service Connect / Remote Connect / Drive Connect / Wi-Fi Connect |
| Connected services trial (premium tier) | — | 12 months |
| Connected services trial (standard tier) | — | 60 months |
| Shoulder Room | ||
| Front shoulder room | 56.5 in | 57.7 in |
| Third-row shoulder room | 54.7 in | 55.7 in |
Green marks the better value where the direction is unambiguous (more room, more power, lower price). Blank rows are specs the press kit does not publish.
Equipment, feature by feature
160 features · differences first, then sharedSafety40 differ · 45 listed
| Feature | Kia K4LX FWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Forward Collision Avoidance (FCA), Car/Pedestrian/Cyclist/Junction-Turning | std | — |
| Smart Cruise Control (SCC) with Stop and Go, steering remote control | std | — |
| Forward Collision Avoidance (FCA), Car/Pedestrian/Cyclist/Junction-Turning | std | — |
| Lane Following Assist (LFA) | std | — |
| Dual front advanced airbags | std | — |
| Dual front seat-mounted side airbags | std | — |
| Full-length side curtain airbags | std | — |
| Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) | std | — |
| Rear View Monitor (RVM) with Parking guidelines | std | — |
| Driver Attention Warning (DAW) | std | — |
| Dual rear seat-mounted side airbags | std | — |
| Automatic High Beams | — | std |
| Backup camera with dynamic gridlines | — | std |
| Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert and Safe Exit Alert | — | std |
| Brake Hold | — | std |
| Child Anchor (ISO FIX) | std | — |
| Child-protector rear door locks and power window lockout control | — | std |
| Collision sensors: deactivate high-voltage traction battery | — | std |
| Eight airbags | — | std |
| Electric Parking Brake | — | std |
| Front and rear 3-point seat belts | std | — |
| Front and rear seat-belt pretensioners and load limiter | std | — |
| Front seatbelt buckle sensor | std | — |
| Front seatbelt Driver's reminder | std | — |
| Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control | — | std |
| Haptic Steering Wheel warning | std | — |
| Height-adjustable front seat-belt anchors | std | — |
| High Beam Assist (HBA) | std | — |
| Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist | — | std |
| Lane Tracing Assist | — | std |
| LATCH (lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) includes lower anchors on outboard rear seats and tether anchors on all rear seats | — | std |
| Parking Brake Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) with Auto Hold | std | — |
| Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection | — | std |
| Proactive Driving Assist | — | std |
| Rear Child Safety Door Locks | std | — |
| Rear Occupant Alert (ROA) | std | — |
| Rear-Seat Reminder | — | std |
| Road Sign Assist | — | std |
| Toyota Safety Sense™ 3.0 | — | std |
| Vehicle Stability Management (VSM) | std | — |
| Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) | std | std |
| Hill Start Assist Control | std | std |
| Star Safety System™ — includes Enhanced Vehicle Stability Control, Traction Control, Anti-lock Brake System, Electronic Brake-force Distribution, Brake Assist and Smart Stop Technology® | std | std |
| Anti-theft system with alarm and engine immobilizer | std | std |
| Tire Pressure Monitor System with direct pressure readout and individual tire location alert | std | std |
Infotainment17 differ · 17 listed
| Feature | Kia K4LX FWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Wi-Fi Connect — includes AT&T Wi-Fi hotspot and Integrated Streaming (Apple Music® and Amazon Music) compatibility. Subscription required after trial. 4G network dependent. | — | std |
| 12.3-inch Touch screen, ccNC Lite Radio, SXM and HD Radio | std | — |
| 4 speakers | std | — |
| 6-speaker audio system | — | std |
| 8-in. Toyota Audio Multimedia touchscreen with USB-A media port, hands-free phone capability and music streaming via Bluetooth® wireless technology, SiriusXM® 3-month trial subscription. | — | std |
| Audio and Bluetooth Hands-free with Steering remote control | std | — |
| CarPlay/Android Auto Wired and Wireless | std | — |
| Drive Connect — includes Cloud Navigation with Google Points of Interest data, Intelligent Assistant with Hey, Toyota, and Destination Assist. Subscription required after trial. 4G network dependent. | — | std |
| Five USB ports: one USB-A media port and two USB-C charging ports up front, with one USB-A and one USB-C charging port in the rear | — | std |
| Qi-compatible wireless charging with charge indicator light | — | std |
| Remote Connect — remotely interact with your vehicle through the Toyota app via your smartwatch. Subscription required after trial. 4G network dependent. | — | std |
| Safety Connect® — includes Emergency Assistance Button, Enhanced Roadside Assistance, Automatic Collision Notification and Stolen Vehicle Locator. Subscription required after trial. 4G network dependent. | — | std |
| Service Connect — receive personalized maintenance updates and vehicle health reports. Subscription required after trial. 4G network dependent. | — | std |
| USB-C charger Front (2 ports, front center console) | std | — |
| USB-C charger Rear (2 ports, rear center console) | std | — |
| Wireless Android Auto™ compatibility | — | std |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay® compatibility | — | std |
Convenience14 differ · 14 listed
| Feature | Kia K4LX FWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Smart Key System on front doors and trunk with Push Button Start, remote keyless entry system and remote illuminated entry | std | opt |
| Auto door lock system with Speed Sensing/Shift Lever Auto Lock, and Impact Sensing Unlock | std | — |
| Front and rear power windows | std | — |
| Inside Handle Override All Doors | std | — |
| Multi-function key fob with remote entry system with lock, two-stage unlock, panic, trunk-release functions, Push Button Start with remote illuminated entry | — | std |
| One 12V auxiliary power outlet | — | std |
| Power door locks with shift-linked automatic locking feature with anti-lockout feature | — | std |
| Power outlet (x1) | std | — |
| Power windows with auto up/down, jam protection in all positions and retained-power features | — | std |
| Push Button Start | — | std |
| Remote Trunk Lid Release Cable operated | std | — |
| Two-turn driver door unlock | std | — |
| Central door lock switch | std | — |
| Power driver window with auto-up/down | std | — |
Climate3 differ · 3 listed
| Feature | Kia K4LX FWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Air Conditioner Manual | std | — |
| Dual zone automatic climate control with air filter, humidity sensor and rear-seat vents | — | std |
| PTC Heater | std | — |
Seating10 differ · 10 listed
| Feature | Kia K4LX FWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| 8-way power-adjustable front driver's seat with power lumbar support | — | opt |
| Heated front seats | — | opt |
| 6-way manual front driver's and passenger seat | — | std |
| 6-way manual passenger front seat | — | std |
| Bench fixed seatback folding | std | — |
| Cloth seat trim | std | — |
| Driver's seat Height Adjustable - Pumping type | std | — |
| Fabric-trimmed front seats with passenger-side seatback pocket; 6-way manual front driver's and passenger seat | — | std |
| Fabric-trimmed front seats with seatback pockets; 8-way power-adjustable front driver's seat with power lumbar support; 6-way manual passenger front seat | — | opt |
| Passenger side Height Adjustable - Pumping type | std | — |
Interior25 differ · 26 listed
| Feature | Kia K4LX FWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Leather-trimmed heated tilt/telescopic steering wheel | — | opt |
| Auto-dimming day/night rearview mirror with HomeLink® universal transceiver | — | opt |
| 4-inch TFT Cluster | std | — |
| 7-in. digital gauge cluster — with selectable gauge display screens and fuel economy, Driver Assist, vehicle/trip information and warning messages | — | std |
| C/Pad interior trim with Technical Embossing | std | — |
| Covered center console, armrest and storage | — | std |
| Deluxe SynTex Inside Door Armrest | std | — |
| Floor console Armrest with SynTex material | std | — |
| Front/Rear Door Center Plastic Trim | std | — |
| Front/Rear Door Upper Plastic Trim | std | — |
| Glove Box with Damper | std | — |
| Leather-trimmed heated tilt/telescopic steering wheel | — | opt |
| LED Map and Room Lamp | std | — |
| Luggage Lamp | std | — |
| Metal Paint Inside Door Handle | std | — |
| Soft PVC Transmission Gear Shift Knob | std | — |
| Sunvisor Vanity mirror with cover and Driver's Ticket Holder | std | — |
| Tilt/telescopic steering wheel | — | std |
| Two front and two rear cup holders; two front door and two rear bottle holders | — | std |
| Two-spoke design, Polyurethane Steering Wheel | std | — |
| Manual tilt and telescopic steering column | std | — |
| Dual sun visors with sliding extensions and illuminated vanity mirrors | — | std |
| Overhead console with sunglasses storage | — | std |
| Trip Computer | std | — |
| Front/Rear Inside Door Map Pocket and Bottle Holder | std | — |
| Rearview mirror with manual day/night mode | std | std |
Exterior34 differ · 37 listed
| Feature | Kia K4LX FWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Power tilt/slide moonroof | — | opt |
| 16-in. 10-spoke silver-painted alloy wheels | — | std |
| 16-inch steel wheels (Dark Gray cover) | std | — |
| Acoustic noise-reducing front windshield | — | std |
| Bi-LED projector low- and high-beam headlights, Automatic High Beams and auto on/off | — | std |
| Black Belt-line molding | std | — |
| Black bumper | std | — |
| Black front side air curtains | — | std |
| Black horizontal bar front grille | — | std |
| Black Radiator Grille with Metal Paint trim | std | — |
| Black rear lower diffuser | — | std |
| Black Side Sill | std | — |
| Black Side Window Trim | std | — |
| Black window trim | — | std |
| Bulb type High Mounted Stop Lamp | std | — |
| Chrome-finished rear "CAMRY" lettering | — | std |
| Color-keyed outside door handles | — | std |
| Color-keyed outside door handles with touch-sensor lock/unlock feature | — | opt |
| Conventional Wiper Blade type | std | — |
| Escort headlights | std | — |
| Heated Back-lite | std | — |
| K4 emblem (left side of trunk) | std | — |
| LED and Bulb type Rear Combination Lamps | std | — |
| LED combination taillights with bulb turn signal and reverse light | — | std |
| LED Multi-Focus Reflector (MFR) Headlights | std | — |
| Outside Mirror with Black Mirror Arm and Body Color Mirror Cap | std | — |
| Rear window defogger and outside mirror heater function with timer | — | std |
| Single exhaust | — | std |
| Single Muffler Hidden Exhaust tips | std | — |
| Trunk Lid Trim Inner cover with inside handle | std | — |
| UV Cut Glass and Solar Glass Windshield with Backlite, Front and Rear door | std | — |
| Washer-linked intermittent windshield wipers | — | std |
| Auto Light Control System | std | — |
| Low Washer Fluid Warning | std | — |
| Heated power outside mirrors with integrated turn signals and blind spot warning indicators | std | std |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | std | std |
| Spare Tire/Wheel Temporary | std | std |
Powertrain4 differ · 4 listed
| Feature | Kia K4LX FWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | std | — |
| 2.0L Multi Port Injection (MPI) engine | std | — |
| Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT) | std | — |
| Predictive Fuel-Efficient Drive | — | std |
Chassis4 differ · 4 listed
| Feature | Kia K4LX FWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Column Mounted-Motor Driven Power Steering (C-MDPS) | std | — |
| Front McPherson strut with Coil spring | std | — |
| Rear Coupled Torsion Beam Axle (CTBA) | std | — |
| Shock Absorber Type Gas | std | — |
Highlighted rows are where the two differ. Wording is the manufacturer's own.
Safety record
NHTSA recalls, complaints, NCAPKia K4
Safety Signal 92 A
NHTSA overall ★★★★★
Frontal / side / rollover ★★★★☆ / ★★★★★ / ★★★★★
Recalls 1
Owner complaints 13 · 6 crashes · 0 fires
Most complained about Steering (5), Lane Departure (5), Unspecified (5)
Top recalls
- high Seat Belts 26V135000 · 14,870 vehicles
Toyota Camry
Safety Signal 74 C
NHTSA overall ★★★★★
Frontal / side / rollover ★★★★★ / ★★★★★ / ★★★★★
Recalls 3 · 1 critical
Owner complaints 145 · 14 crashes · 0 fires
Most complained about Hybrid Propulsion System (42), Unspecified (26), Power Train (20)
Top recalls
- critical Hybrid Propulsion System 25V869000 · 55,405 vehicles
- high Electrical System 26V511000 · 508,354 vehicles
- moderate Back Over Prevention 25V744000 · 1,024,407 vehicles
Ownership
EPA, manufacturer warranty| Kia K4LX FWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $22,290 (base trim) | $29,100 (base trim) |
| Price range across trims | $22,290 – $28,890 8 trims | $29,100 – $37,025 10 trims |
| Powertrains | GAS | HEV |
| EPA configuration compared | K4 4DR w/ DMS | Camry HEV FF LE |
| Combined mpg / MPGe | 33 | 51 |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $2,050 | $1,300 |
| EV range | — | — |
| Basic warranty | — | 3 yr / 36,000 mi |
| Powertrain warranty | — | 5 yr / 60,000 mi |
| Roadside assistance | — | 2 yr |
Common questions
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhich is better, the 2026 Kia K4 or the 2026 Toyota Camry?
The Kia K4 edges it, 91.2 to 86.2, on price, safety, tech & comfort. The Toyota Camry is ahead on fuel & range and performance. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2026 Kia K4 scores 91.2 and the 2026 Toyota Camry 86.2. The weights are yours to change — move what you care about and the verdict recalculates on the page.
Which is cheaper, the 2026 Kia K4 or the 2026 Toyota Camry?
The 2026 Kia K4 starts lower — $22,290 against $29,100, a gap of $6,810 at the trims compared here. Both are manufacturer MSRPs before destination, options and dealer charges.
Which has the better safety record, the 2026 Kia K4 or the 2026 Toyota Camry?
2026 Kia K4: 5 NHTSA stars, grade A, 1 recall. 2026 Toyota Camry: 5 NHTSA stars, grade C, 3 recalls. Crash ratings come from NHTSA's own tests; the grade is WhichTrim's read of the recall record, and the two can disagree.
What are the biggest differences between the 2026 Kia K4 and the 2026 Toyota Camry?
Where the 2026 Kia K4 wins: it has drawn fewer owner complaints (13 against 145 filed with NHTSA), starts $6,810 lower ($22,290 against $29,100 base MSRP), and lists 28 standard driver-assist features against 22. Where the 2026 Toyota Camry answers: it costs $750 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($1,300 against $2,050) and is rated 51 combined against 33 (EPA mpg or MPGe). What they share: 5 NHTSA stars and 38 in of rear legroom.