2023 Toyota Camry Hybrid Overview What’s New? Changes in how the Nightshade trim level looks There will not be any more significant changes. In 2018, the eighth generation of Camrys came out. Among the most efficient vehicles in terms of gas mileage. It is the Toyota Camry Hybrid, which has four doors. If you don’t treat your errands and commutes like time trials for a Formula One race, it should be easy to get 50 mpg when you drive in the city and on the highway. The Camry Hybrid has all the good things about the regular Camry, like big, comfortable seats and an easy-to-drive personality, but it uses less gas. Even though some car companies are getting rid of sedans in favor of SUVs, there are still some hybrid sedans on the market. One is the all-new Toyota Crown, which is bigger and has more power than the Camry. It also uses less gas. Toyota also showed off the updated Prius for 2023, which looks more stylish and gets even better gas mileage. There is also a hybrid Honda Accord that is brand new. Even though it’s not the most exciting car in this group, the Camry Hybrid is worth a look if you only want a simple sedan with a great mpg. Pros vs Cons Pros Improved fuel economy A comfortable place to drive Excellent tools and ratings for safety Cons When the brakes grab, it can be hard to come to a smooth stop. On the highway, the ride can get a little too bumpy (LE and XLE) Most hybrid cars have a smaller trunk than this one does. Performance There are many good things about the Camry Hybrid. The sedan has enough power to drive every day. We tested a midsize hybrid car, and it took about 8 seconds to go from 0 to 60 mph, which is a little faster than average. There is a hybrid performance that is easygoing and smooth. Tires in this class that have low rolling resistance have standard stopping lengths. Braking works the same way every time and is very useful in everyday life. The steering and handling are good enough for a car in this class. Overall, it works well enough, but getting to and from work daily is where it shines. Comfort The Camry Hybrid should be as comfortable as any other midsize car, and it is. The seats fit a wide range of body types, and the climate control makes the room warm. In hotter places, the optional ventilated seats are a godsend, and there is almost no wind or road noise inside the cabin at highway speeds. The XLE Hybrid’s smooth ride is the only thing we don’t like. Even though it can feel a little too bouncy when going fast on the highway, it’s great in town. The hybrid system is heavier. Interior In a class with so much competition, it helps to be friendly, roomy, and easy to live in. The Camry has all of these qualities. All controls are easy to reach, and the inside is simple. Most people can find optimal driving posture because the driving position is very flexible. Large doorways make it easy to get in and out of the car, and everyone in the car, from the driver to the backseaters, has plenty of space and a great view. Technology Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and Amazon Alexa are all built into the Camry Hybrid. The infotainment touchscreen comes standard at 7 inches, and the optional 9-inch touchscreen is easy to use and read. Every Camry comes with Toyota Safety Sense 2.5+ built in. Some of the best driver assistance features that come as standard are lane-keeping assistance, automatic emergency braking, and adaptive cruise control. Some of these systems were too sensitive for our tastes before 2021, but they have been changed and work much better now. Storage The full-size trunk of the Camry Hybrid has nothing to do with the battery pack. When the chest is open, it looks exactly like a regular Camry. Most hybrid cars have to give up something in terms of usability, but this one doesn’t. Even though the trunk holds 15.1 cubic feet, less than the Accord Hybrid’s 16.7 cubic feet, you can still use it well because the opening is wide and the liftover height is low. There is a sliding compartment underneath the wireless charger, a large armrest bin in the middle, and a small storage cubby on the very left side of the dashboard. There is also enough space for a car safety seat, and quick-install anchors are easy to get to. Fuel Economy The EPA says that an XLE Hybrid, the model we drove, will get 46 mpg on the highway. For a midsize hybrid vehicle, this is a good score. The LE’s base model gets 52 mpg, which is even better. On the other hand, the Honda Accord Hybrid is expected to reach 43 or 47 mpg, depending on the trim level. Our XLE test vehicle got about 42.4 mpg, which isn’t quite the best but is still pretty good. Value The latest Camry Hybrid is a great deal and has been a Toyota strength for a long time. How high are Toyota’s usual building standards? Check. The warranty and ownership experience of the hybrid is better than those of the competition, and the materials inside are of high quality. Even though the base Camry Hybrid costs a little more than the hybrid versions of the Honda Accord and Hyundai Sonata, the top-of-the-line Camry Hybrid XLE has a starting MSRP that is surprisingly low for its class. Two money-saving features are the number of basic safety features and how well the car uses gas. Wildcard This car’s gas mileage is average and in the middle of the road. It doesn’t have a dare-you-to-buy-it design or a buzzy ride like most cars with excellent gas mileage. Driving isn’t fun in the usual sense, but it’s satisfying because it’s good for the environment and makes you feel good (if that is something you care about). What is Invoice Pricing's Recommendation? Even if some of the other trims look more sporty or have more features, we suggest starting with the LE. It is the model in the portfolio that costs the least. It is also the most economical. The EPA estimates it gets 52 mpg on average, while all the other models get 46 mpg. The LE has many standard features and a good range of driver assistance systems. Toyota Camry Hybrid Models In 2023, Toyota will offer five trim levels for the Camry Hybrid: LE, SE, SE Nightshade, XLE, and XSE. No matter what trim level you choose, the front wheels are driven by a 2.5-liter, four-cylinder hybrid engine with a total output of 208 horsepower. This engine is connected to a continuously variable transmission. 2023 Toyota Camry Hybrid Video Review
