New 2026 Toyota Camry vs. Kia K5 in Covington, LA

Looking for a midsize sedan that delivers long-term value, advanced safety, and reliable performance? The 2026 Toyota Camry, now available at Northshore Toyota, continues to raise the standard in its class, outshining competitors like Kia with premium engineering, cutting-edge technology, and Toyota’s legendary dependability.

Pricing & Trims in Covington

Whether you’re looking for sporty style, daily comfort, or upscale features, the 2026 Camry offers more ways to make it your own.

Toyota Camry

With five unique grades and customizable color options, the Camry gives you more ways to match your personality and lifestyle.

• Starting MSRP: $29,000
• Available Grades: LE, SE, Nightshade, XLE, XSE
• Color Options: 10 standard colors + 4 bold two-tone combinations

Kia K5

• Starting MSRP: $27,390
• Available Trims: LXS FWD, GT-Line FWD, GT-Line AWD, GT, EX
• Color Options: 7 standard colors

 

Why it matters: Toyota offers more customization, plus bold two-tone options Kia doesn’t.

Performance Near Mandeville

Toyota blends thrilling performance with unmatched fuel efficiency, especially with its hybrid powertrain options.

Toyota Camry

• Up to 232 Net Combined Horsepower
• Up to 51 Estimated Combined MPG
• Available Front-Wheel Drive or Electronic On-Demand AWD

Kia K5

• Up to 290 hp with an available turbo engine
• Up to 37 MPG Highway
• Available AWD

 

Why it matters: Kia offers raw horsepower, but Toyota delivers better fuel efficiency AND hybrid power, which is ideal for long commutes and saving money on gas.

Interior & Technology Near Hammond

From premium audio to driver-focused displays, the 2026 Camry brings advanced tech to every drive.

Toyota Camry

• Available 9-Speaker JBL® Premium Audio
• 12.3-inch Digital Gauge Cluster + Available Head-Up Display
• Wireless Apple CarPlay® & Android Auto™
• Wireless charging pad
• Panoramic View Monitor (XLE/XSE)
• Five USB Ports

Kia K5

• 24-inch combined Panoramic Display
• Bose® Premium Audio
• 360° Surround View Monitor
• Wireless Smartphone Integration

 

Why it matters: Both sedans are tech-forward, but Toyota delivers a more refined driver experience and better convenience with extra USB ports and premium options.

Safety Features Near Slidell

Toyota leads the industry in standard safety, and the 2026 Camry continues that tradition.

Toyota Camry Safety Features

• Toyota Safety Sense™ 3.0
  • Pre-Collision System w/ Pedestrian Detection
  • Road Sign Assist
  • Lane Tracing Assist
  • Proactive Driving Assist
  • Full-Speed Dynamic Radar Cruise Control
  • Lane Departure Alert w/ Steering Assist
  • Automatic High Beams
• Traffic Jam Assist
• Front Cross-Traffic Alert
• Blind Spot Monitor
• Front & Rear Parking Assist with Automatic Braking
• 8 Standard Airbags

Kia K5 Safety

• Auto Emergency Braking
• Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance
• Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance
• Parking Sensors
• Smart Cruise Control

 

Why it matters: Toyota includes more advanced driver assistance features standard, making Camry one of the safest sedans on the road.

 

Value & Maintenance Programs Near Ponchatoula

Toyota doesn’t just build vehicles—they back them with exceptional long-term value.

Toyota Camry Warranty & Benefits

• Hybrid Battery Warranty: 10 years / 150,000 miles
• Hybrid System Warranty: 8 years / 100,000 miles
• Comprehensive Warranty: 3 years / 36,000 miles
• ToyotaCare Maintenance Plan:
  • 2 years / 25,000 miles factory-scheduled maintenance
  • 2 years unlimited-mileage 24/7 roadside assistance

Kia Warranty

• 10-year / 100,000-mile limited warranty

 

Why it matters: Toyota not only matches Kia’s warranty strength but also adds no-cost maintenance and roadside assistance, saving you money and protecting your investment. 

Ready to Test Drive the New Toyota Camry? Visit Us Today at Northshore Toyota

The 2026 Toyota Camry is the clear winner for drivers who want long-term value, modern technology, and award-winning reliability, all backed by Toyota’s proven safety and maintenance programs. At Northshore Toyota in Covington, we make it easy for our Covington, Mandeville, Ponchatoula, Slidell, and Hammond customers to get behind the wheel of a new Toyota. Explore our current Toyota inventory, get a fast estimate on your vehicle with a trade-in appraisal, or secure your vehicle today with Toyota financing options. Have questions? Call us at (985) 893-7778 or visit us at 68500 Highway 190 Service Road, Covington, Louisiana 70433, your local Toyota dealership proudly serving the Northshore.

Disclaimers:

* Starting MSRP is the lowest Base MSRP for the series of a model and excludes manufacturer, distributor and dealer options, taxes, title and license and dealer fees and charges. Also excludes the Delivery, Processing and Handling of $1,195 for Cars (Corolla, Corolla HV, Corolla HB, GR Corolla, Camry, Prius, Prius Plug-in Hybrid, Toyota Crown, Mirai, GR86, GR Supra), $1,450 for Entry SUV (Corolla Cross, Corolla Cross HV), $1,450 for Small SUV (RAV4, RAV4 HV, RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid, bZ), $1,495 for Mid SUV/Van (4Runner, 4Runner HV, Highlander, Highlander HV, Grand Highlander, Grand Highlander HV, Sienna, Land Cruiser, Toyota Crown Signia), $1,595 for Small Pickup (Tacoma, Tacoma HV), $2,095 for Large Pickup/Large SUV (Tundra, Tundra HV, Sequoia). (Historically, vehicle manufacturers and distributors have charged a separate fee for processing, handling and delivering vehicles to dealerships. Toyota’s charge for these services is called “Delivery, Processing and Handling” and is based on the value of the processing, handling and delivery services Toyota provides as well as Toyota’s overall pricing structure and may be subject to change at any time. Toyota may make a profit on Delivery, Processing and Handling.) Delivery, Processing and Handling in AL, AR, FL, GA, LA, MS, NC, OK, SC and TX may vary. Dealer price will vary.

* EPA-estimated 52 city/49 hwy/51 combined mpg rating for 2026 Camry LE; 50 city/49 hwy/50 combined mpg rating for 2026 Camry LE AWD; 47 city/45 hwy/46 combined mpg rating for 2026 Camry SE, XLE and XSE; 46 city/46 hwy/46 combined mpg rating for 2026 Camry SE AWD and XLE AWD; 43 city/43 hwy/43 combined mpg rating for 2026 Camry XSE AWD. Use for comparison purposes only. Your mileage will vary for many reasons, including your vehicle’s condition and how/where you drive. See www.fueleconomy.gov.

* EV Mode lets you operate solely on battery power at low speeds for short distances and in limited circumstances, such as in a parking garage. Different conditions may prevent or limit usage. See your Owner’s Manual for instructions and limitations.

* Performance figures are for comparison only and were obtained with prototype vehicles by professional drivers.

* Do not overly rely on Advanced Park and use only in accordance with applicable laws. Remain attentive to surroundings. Before operating, review Owner’s Manual for instructions and limitations.

* The Panoramic View Monitor does not provide a comprehensive view of the area surrounding your vehicle. Look around to confirm clearance. See Owner’s Manual for limitations.

* Do not rely exclusively on Blind Spot Monitor. Look over shoulder and use turn signal. See Owner’s Manual for limitations.

* Do not rely exclusively on the Rear Cross-Traffic Alert. Visually confirm clearance during use. See Owner’s Manual for limitations.

* Do not rely exclusively on Safe Exit Alert. Always look for approaching traffic before exiting the vehicle. See Owner’s Manual for limitations.

* ToyotaCare covers normal factory scheduled maintenance for 2 years or 25,000 miles, whichever comes first, and 24/7 Roadside Assistance is for 2 years/unlimited mileage (note: ToyotaCare for Mirai is 3 years/35,000 miles and Roadside Assistance for Mirai, bZ, bZ4X, Prius, Prius Prime and Prius Plug-in Hybrid is 3 years/unlimited mileage). Roadside Assistance does not include parts and fluids, except limited emergency gas delivery. Towing distance up to 25 miles. Restrictions apply. Available in the continental U.S. and Canada. See Toyota dealer for details and exclusions.

* For Toyota hybrid, plug-in hybrid, fuel cell and battery electric vehicles beginning model year 2020, the hybrid (HV) battery is covered for 10 years from date of first use or 150,000 miles, whichever comes first. Coverage is subject to the terms and conditions of your New Vehicle Limited Warranty. See the Toyota Owner’s Warranty and Maintenance Guide for details.

* The Pre-Collision System (PCS) with Pedestrian Detection (PD) is designed to determine if impact is imminent and help reduce impact speed and damage in certain frontal collisions involving a vehicle, a pedestrian, a bicycle, or a motorcyclist. PCS w/PD is not a substitute for safe and attentive driving. System effectiveness depends on many factors, such as speed, size and position of pedestrian or bicyclist and weather, light and road conditions. See Owner’s Manual for limitations.

* Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control is not a substitute for safe and attentive driving. See Owner’s Manual for instructions and limitations.

* Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist is designed to read visible lane markers under certain conditions. It provides a visual/audible alert and slight steering force when lane departure is detected. It is not a collision-avoidance system or a substitute for safe and attentive driving. Effectiveness depends on many factors including road, weather and vehicle conditions. See Owner’s Manual for limitations.

* The Lane Tracing Assist (LTA) lane centering function is designed to read visible lane markers and detect other vehicles under certain conditions. It is only operational when DRCC is engaged. See Owner’s Manual for limitations.

* Dynamic Radar Cruise Control is not a substitute for safe and attentive driving. See Owner’s Manual for limitations.

* Road Sign Assist only recognizes certain road signs. See Owner’s Manual for limitations.

* Automatic High Beams operate at speeds above 21 mph. See Owner’s Manual for instructions and limitations.

* Proactive Driving Assist (PDA) is designed to detect certain objects or curves in the road and provide gentle braking and/or steering support. PDA is not a substitute for safe and attentive driving. System effectiveness depends on many factors, such as speed, size and position of detected objects and weather, light and road conditions. See Owner’s Manual for additional limitations and details.

* JBL® is a registered trademark of Harman International Industries, Inc.

* Apple CarPlay® requires a compatible iPhone® with an active data plan. Check compatibility at https://www.apple.com/ios/carplay/. Operability depends on network availability, a cellular connection and GPS signal. Services vary by vehicle and are subject to change at any time without notice. Data charges may apply. To learn more, go to https://www.toyota.com/audio-multimedia/. To learn more about Toyota Connected Services data collection, use, sharing and retention practices, please visit https://www.toyota.com/support/privacy-notice/. Apple CarPlay® is a registered trademark of Apple Inc.

* iPhone® is a registered trademark of Apple Inc. All rights reserved.

* Google, Android, Android Auto, YouTube Music and other marks are trademarks of Google LLC.

* Wireless use of Android Auto requires a compatible Android 11.0+ phone and compatible active data plan. Check g.co/androidauto/requirements for compatibility. Operability depends on network availability, a cellular connection, and GPS signal. Services vary by vehicle and are subject to change at any time without notice. Data charges may apply. To learn more, go to https://www.toyota.com/audio-multimedia/. To learn more about Toyota’s Connected Services data collection, use, sharing, and retention practices, please visit https://www.toyota.com/support/privacy-notice/. Google, Android, Android Auto, YouTube Music and other marks are trademarks of Google LLC.

* For Toyota hybrid, plug-in hybrid, fuel cell and battery electric vehicles beginning model year 2020, the hybrid (HV) battery is covered for 10 years from date of first use or 150,000 miles, whichever comes first. Coverage is subject to the terms and conditions of your New Vehicle Limited Warranty. See the Toyota Owner’s Warranty and Maintenance Guide for details.

* Hybrid-related components are covered for 8 years from original date of first use or 100,000 miles, whichever comes first. The HV battery may have longer coverage under emissions warranty. See the Toyota Owner’s Warranty and Maintenance Guide for details.

* Date and mileage limitations refer to whichever comes first from the date of first purchase. Warranty coverage is subject to other terms and conditions. Refer to applicable Warranty and Maintenance Guide for full details and for information regarding the Federal and California Emission Control Warranties, and Tire Limited Warranties. Emission coverages vary under Federal and California regulations.

* ToyotaCare covers normal factory scheduled maintenance for 2 years or 25,000 miles, whichever comes first, and 24/7 Roadside Assistance is for 2 years/unlimited mileage (note: ToyotaCare for Mirai is 3 years/35,000 miles and Roadside Assistance for Mirai, bZ, bZ4X, Prius, Prius Prime and Prius Plug-in Hybrid is 3 years/unlimited mileage). Roadside Assistance does not include parts and fluids, except limited emergency gas delivery. Towing distance up to 25 miles. Restrictions apply. Available in the continental U.S. and Canada. See Toyota dealer for details and exclusions.

* ToyotaCare covers normal factory scheduled maintenance for 2 years or 25,000 miles, whichever comes first, and 24/7 Roadside Assistance is for 2 years/unlimited mileage (note: ToyotaCare for Mirai is 3 years/35,000 miles and Roadside Assistance for Mirai, bZ, bZ4X, Prius, Prius Prime and Prius Plug-in Hybrid is 3 years/unlimited mileage). Roadside Assistance does not include parts and fluids, except limited emergency gas delivery. Towing distance up to 25 miles. Restrictions apply. Available in the continental U.S. and Canada. See Toyota dealer for details and exclusions.

* Airbag systems supplement the seatbelts and are designed to inflate only under certain conditions and in certain types of severe collisions. Always wear seatbelt, sit upright in middle and as far back in seat as possible to help decrease risk of injury. Do not put objects in front of an airbag. See Owner’s Manual for limitations.