Toyota has a clear message regarding one of its all-time popular vehicles.
The company announced that starting with the early release of next year’s model, all Camrys are now hybrids, so there’s no reason for the differentiation any longer. Toyota says the decision to make all Camrys a hybrid is an “effort to provide electrification for all.”
The 2025 Toyota Camry is a hybrid that can go a long way without refueling. There’s much to brag about in this department because the Camry gets between 44-51 mpg. The excellent fuel economy is one of several reasons why the Camry remains at or near the top of the midsize sedan class that includes the Honda Accord, Hyundai Sonata, Kia5, Subaru Legacy and Nissan Altima.
There’s no arguing how valuable the Camry has been to the Japanese automaker. It was introduced in 1983 as a replacement for the Toyota Corona and more than four decades later the total U.S. sales is in the millions. The Camry reached an apex with sales of 472,808 in 2007. Although the numbers have dropped over the next 15 years or more, Camry sales still were a hefty 290,649 in 2023.
The 2025 model is the ninth generation Camry and is fully redesigned with a styling overhaul, upgraded cabin, and a revised set of hybrid powertrains. The exterior changes include a refreshed front end with a new grille and bumper. The interior has a cleaner look and both the dashboard and center console have been redesigned, along with a modest steering wheel change.
Performance won’t dazzle anyone, but the Camry is no slouch either. It has an efficient, peppy powertrain that allows it to travel 0-60 mph in 6.8 seconds. The Camry comes standard with two electric motors paired with a 2.5-liter, four-cylinder engine to produce 225 horsepower and 163 pound-feet of torque. Front-wheel drive is standard and all-wheel drive is an option.
We felt comfortable behind the wheel of the revamped Camry. While not sporty, it offers reliable handling and responsive steering. Standard driver safety features include pre-collision warning with pedestrian detection, lane departure alert with steering assist, adaptive cruise control, and automatic high beams.
AT A GLANCE – 2025 TOYOTA CAMRY
- Performance: two electric motors, 2.5-liter, four-cylinder, 225 horsepower
- Mileage estimate: 44-51 mpg
- Price estimate: $28,500 to $36,200
- Price estimate: Warranty: 3 years/36,000 miles; Drivetrain: 5 years/60,000 miles; Roadside assistance: 2 years/unlimited; Corrosion: 5 years/unlimited
The Camry seating is generous and supportive in the front row, making the sedan ideal for long trips.
The Camry interior is well conceived and even the base model has very little hard plastic. The seating is generous and supportive in the front row, making the sedan ideal for long trips. And the back seat is roomy as well; it’s adult friendly. The only knock against the back seat is taller folks might want additional head room.
There’s a standard 8-inch touchscreen and a larger 12.3-inch unit is optional. Located below the touchscreen are easy-to-use physical knobs and switches that control many things, including the climate system. We found the interior makeup intuitive, something that is lacking in many vehicles these days. Cargo space is 15.1 cubic feet, which is below average for a midsize sedan.
We were surprised to learn that starting with the 2025 Toyota Camry, there’s no reason to add a hybrid designation because they are all hybrids. The company made a solid effort on its redesign, so expect the Camry to continue as a popular midsize sedan.
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