2020 Toyota Camry SE Review - The BEST Midsize Car?

The Camry SE is the trim package is the most popular version of the Toyota Camry. It's just a step above the base L trim package. The SE trim package starts at $26,170 which is just a little above an entry level model, but about $4,000 less than the XSE which gets you significantly more. Is it worth upgrading or does the SE have enough appointments?
It has the 2.5L 4 cylinder engine making 203hp mated to an excellent 8 speed automatic. The fit and finish are top notch and it's got superb ride quality. It's at or near the top of the class. There's plenty of space for 4 and some cargo.
In this quick take, we'll look at the cabin, infotainment system, seating, chassis dynamics, ride quality and if it's actually fun to drive.
Correction: The main screen is 7.0" not 4.2". The display in the instrument cluster is 4.2"
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[@jarrodmcdaniel]

The Camry is for someone who looks at a car purchase much the same way as they look at buying a big appliance. They want reliability and features at a good value. The fact that Toyota is working a little more sportiness into the Camry is a good sign. You can also get these for great prices as the mass exodus to SUVs has dealerships eager to negotiate when someone actually wants a car.

[@revmatchtv]

Good point on pricing. There will definitely be room to negotiate on these as it's still a big volume vehicle for Toyota, if not at the levels it was before the CUV/SUV boom happened. This is a pretty solid choice in the sedan space which is mostly Japan, Korea and some German on the higher end.

[@jojomoore7172]

Just purchased my 2020 camry yesterday, and I love it. I have no complaints.

[@revmatchtv]

Glad you like it

[@tbrwn2548]

I gotta get it

[@hannguyen620]

Hey! It's been a few months...I was wondering how you're liking it so far?

[@maryspencer9755]

I strongly recommend 420marijuanastore.💯💯com guys I still received my package today buying for 3 time from them .

[@gregoireansari6651]

@@hannguyen620 UwU

[@marvinboyd80]

I just purchased a 2020 LE model and I love it. Very comfortable and has the same motor as the SE

[@jimtNCUSA]

Thank you for the excellent analysis and top tier quality content. Picking up my 1200 mi 2020 SE next week!

[@revmatchtv]

Enjoy!

[@buzzhead817]

Just got one today really like this exact car

[@s30123]

Thank you so much for telling your height.... It makes such a great reference for car size and room

[@realtalk5931]

I have a 2012 SE. Drives like new. Im a v6 guy but these 4cyl are great. Light. Great mileage. Last forever. You can toss this car around easily. Cant go wrong.

[@revmatchtv]

Glad you're enoying it!

[@ruthzelda5217]

it's so refreshing to see someone review the basic trim. most reviews are the top of the line, super expensive trim. for example, i don't care about a Camry review where they're driving the TRD model. like, who buys the TRD Camry? not that it's bad or anything, i'm sure it's great, but people who buy Camry's care a lot about price. at least i do. sweet review.

[@corvettekid0451]

If I’m gonna spend $35k on a brand new Toyota, it’s gonna be a Supra lol not a Camry. SE is the most popular for a reason lol

[@jjohnson9775]

I had one as a Carmax loaner. Was a 2020 SE, white on black, loved it. I would like firmer suspension, didn’t handle quite as nicely as my 2013 Passat. Still, awesome car nonetheless.

[@_ab054]

Owner of the 2019 Camry SE reporting in. Great bang for the buck and nice lease deal from a dealer.

[@_ab054]

trunk space is great. free maintenance. spacious backseat leg room. android auto, apple car play. adaptive cruise control. 200hp. Selling price about 23k

[@sabinkarkiofficial]

What’s your lease rate if you don’t mind me asking? I’m looking at mid 200s monthly for 2K down.

[@_ab054]

Sabin Karki I would rather ask about total cost of the lease. Residual value for camry is about 16-17k, so you have to pay the difference between that and selling price (selling price) + (other stuff) - (residual value) = lease cost

[@mootsym]

how do you like the transmission? i've test driven 3 of them in the past 2 weeks and it wasn't the smoothest.

[@MrMuchachos75]

Guys that lease cars are complete idiots and no nothing about finances

[@oriondragos5876]

Just picked up an SE NIghtshade. My first Toyota ever and I'm pretty impressed. Quiet with very smooth ride even on the stock tires that people complain about. Power is more than sufficient for my needs and seems to get pretty darn good gas mileage. Standard features such as apple car play and android auto and the standard safety features are a plus. Let's just hope it keep the legendary Toyota reliability

[@revmatchtv]

Great to hear!

[@tweeniebee3032]

Thank you, that was helpful👍

[@montetherwisam1006]

I have a 2020 Camry Se Nightshade and i love it sm its a really freaking awesome

[@revmatchtv]

Glad you're enjoying it!

[@JosiahAmankwah]

Nice vehicle, great video.

[@revmatchtv]

Glad you liked it!

[@robertschuster312]

Bought my 2020 Camry SE 3 weeks ago, and absolutely love it, except for the stereo, zero bass.

[@mootsym]

how do you like the transmission? i've test driven 3 of them in the past 2 weeks and it wasn't the smoothest. I thought the stereo was just fine lol.

[@miguelestrada3018]

I bought a 2020 Camry SE AWD & I’m definitely upgrading the speakers, I agree no bass.

[@TheDokoBG]

Great review and i love my 2020 Camry SE !

[@mootsym]

how do you like the transmission? i've test driven 3 of them in the past 2 weeks and it wasn't the smoothest.

[@TheDokoBG]

@@mootsym I love it. Smooth for me, and I have about 5000 km on mine now. Still haven't done my first service yet.

[@westskw84]

its rated at 39 mpg hwy not 30. what else u gonna get wrong?

[@giuseppehess9019]

Nobody: Eric: today I’m going to review the Camry 2020. Love you bro!

[@revmatchtv]

Sometimes you work with what you got!

[@cnguyen32]

spec sheet says this gets 39 highway, not 30 like said in the video at 3:50

[@glovedcop69]

Has anyone experienced any issues with transmission like many have reported with the 2018 on gear hunting?

[@gregoireansari6651]

Lemme guess. You’re asking after hearing that boomer Scotty Kilmer cry about the transmission. That guy’s opinion is useless. Don’t take his thoughts as gospel. I haven’t had any issues with this car.

[@glovedcop69]

@@gregoireansari6651 😆 Lemme guess...you don't like Scotty... If you do a simple search there are videos of people having this issue. Besides that man loves Toyota's. Why would he bash one of America's top selling sedans? Any way this is an older post from what I understand this was a software issue Toyota fixed with earlier models so I assume all is good.

[@delovelyday430]

Love this car👍🏾wish it had a sunroof though

[@jasmineyanez3112]

I head they had an issue with the battery ? I want to purchase a 2020 but am scared of this issue, anyone know of this issue

[@rocklobster5074]

I've had my 2020 SE since January 2020. Haven't had any performance or electrical issues since buying the car off the lot. Approaching 3 years and haven't had any battery problems.

[@MrMistermoges]

I have one of these as a rental right now after totaling my 06 Avalon by hitting a deer. It's a great car and if I could afford a new car I'd buy one to replace my Avalon. Instead I'll be buying a used Subaru lol.

[@50rads]

My Evo X SE is breaking down so I have to sell it and I'm probably gonna get this car lol

[@davebaro5135]

what's your sunglass? i like them

[@revmatchtv]

Warby Parker

[@802Garage]

It is a good looking car, though I don't love the front grill treament. Interior is pretty decent as well. The lack of space is a bit surprising though. Glad you haven't tested the pedestrian safety on any live targets! Hahaha. Nice quick review. Seems the obvious choice for reliable basic transport.

[@revmatchtv]

The trunk actually has a fair bit of trunk space for a sedan and Toyota made sure back seat passengers have enough head room. Toyota updated the interior and grill slightly for 2021, but they're not at dealers quite yet. Yes, I've avoided testing the pedestrian detection system!

[@Mickieshelton]

Trunk has alot of space..odd comment. I've rented the car like 10x this year. Its definitely got enough room.

[@802Garage]

@@Mickieshelton Completely relative and subjective. Enough room compared to what? Enough room for what? Every car on the market can hold a suitcase or two.

[@Mickieshelton]

@@802Garage enough room for bags, groceries, tvs..the game is the game.

[@maryspencer9755]

I strongly recommend 420marijuanastore.💯💯com guys I still received my package today buying for 3 time from them .

[@sunking2001]

I bought my 2020 LE based on my love for my 2005 Camry LE which gave me 218,000 trouble free miles...over 15 years. I'm expecting "Toyota Quality" to continue with my 2020 Camry LE.

[@revmatchtv]

Thanks for sharing

[@arnoldguisa9958]

Idk if I want this Camry se or the Mazda 6 touring. Both are very great cars. lol

[@revmatchtv]

The Mazda6 is a very fine car indeed.

[@westskw84]

seat does go up and down

[@ORuelas702]

I own a 2017 Camry se I kind of like that styling over the newer 2020. The 2017 to me looks like a Lexus where the 2020 looks like it has a lot going on in the front end. I do like the interior of the 2020 tho. Nice video btw

[@revmatchtv]

Toyota is updating the interior of the 2021 to have a larger display and higher up on the dash.

[@Real2k25]

I agree i like the stylin of cars few year older myself

[@tonymoore6983]

Love everything about my 2020 Camry SE model

[@cantwealljustgetalong2]

ive never seen one in that nice beige color

[@revmatchtv]

No idea what it's called! Older video

[@2thePtBassTuT]

It is rated at 39mpg on the highway (not 30) , 32 combined, and 28 in the city.

[@gregoireansari6651]

He lost my attention when he said it had a 4.2” touchscreen. Idiot really didn’t know it was actually 7”.

[@PHope-sl4nj]

This Car Is A Car Easy To Drive.

[@JasPlun]

I disagree with this review on the cabin sound quality. We have a 2020 SE and our biggest complaint is the road noise its very loud because of the tight suspension. I love the feel of the suspension, but the road noise can be terrible depending on the road surface. Asphalt roads are quiet, but when you travel on a gravel road it gets very noisy . The other Con I have is the stereo in the SE is bland and has a tin sound to it with poor base. The SE should have come with the JBL system the Avalon has to make up for the noise level of the car. Everything else has been fantastic those above are my only cons. I am also not a fan of the 0W-16W oil they designed the engine for as it is harder to find so you better have extra on hand. Mobil 1 is the synthetic brand I choose and I have yet to find this oil in a 5 qrt size. They only sell it in single 1qrt containirs which makes it more expensive. I would still buy this car over a Honda Accord any day because it has a traditional transmission that has 8 speeds. They had some problems very early on in the 2017/18 models, but have since corrected the issues. Honda chose a CVT and I hate the way they feel and do not trust CVT for longivity.

[@Joseph-sw2tt]

Owner here as well. Is this car supposed to slow down when you just coast? Really bugging me.

[@mootsym]

how do you like the transmission? i've test driven 3 of them in the past 2 weeks and it wasn't the smoothest.

[@Joseph-sw2tt]

Matthew Maneri yeah I guess it’s gonna get some getting used to. When I’m on the straight away driving it’s smooth. But like I said when I ease off the gas it starts to slow down. Like it downshifts on its own I’m assuming it’s supposed to be like that. Idk I’m coming from an 03 Ranger. Lol. So this is all alien to me. Lol. But it’s a good looking car.

[@feviej8507]

I love it . I got the red one .

[@revmatchtv]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@mootsym]

how do you like the transmission? i've test driven 3 of them in the past 2 weeks and it wasn't the smoothest.

[@barrycarlson521]

7 inch screen, not 4.2 and there is an option for 8 inch. Those are the only 2 screen sizes for 2020 models

[@ThatCarGuy2]

I like your pfp

[@princegorman2979]

Can Toyota beat Honda in terms of fuel efficiency, driving experience, interior and exterior features etc.

[@revmatchtv]

Fuel efficiency yes. The rest is subjective.

[@Mickieshelton]

One of my favorite rentals this year..love the zip on this car..ill go 120 on that freeway with ease. Leaving those Challengers, Chargers, Accords, M3, A5, A6..leave them in the dust.

[@mikef2813]

Not sure where you got 30 highway. WAY off! Try 39, which is a major selling point these days.

[@INsaNiTy__Dop3]

Why does he keep doing that

[@Hitomaru-shiki.sensha]

thought it was a orange camry thats why i clicked lol but its the sunset? ...dual zone climate is useful as passenger and driver have different temperature needs usually. women tend to be cold, men tend to be hot. maybe one person got less sleep so they feel colder and want more heat.

[@revmatchtv]

Sunset time yes, but an orange Camry would be cool!

[@Hitomaru-shiki.sensha]

@@revmatchtv totally

[@SMoon453]

That screen is 7 inches, not 4.2 inches

[@revmatchtv]

You are indeed right. The display in the instrument cluster is 4.2"

[@sv5813]

If I wanted a Japanese love fest I would have followed a Japanese Fan boy channel...

[@revmatchtv]

You haven’t seen my Bronco videos I take it?

[@Fiandrea9]

My 2018 Camry transmission just went out! Awful car

[@Joemama-my2nf]

Bro 5’9” is not slightly tall lmfao

[@revmatchtv]

I don’t think I’m tall?

[@HarryKuloh]

He said slightly smaller.

[@monza9916]

Ugly car!

[@joshakaoger69]

At least put it in sport 🤌 I drove a hybrid was very nice though

[@revmatchtv]

Gotta keep expectations in check 😂

[@rocklobster5074]

This version doesn't have a sport mode. The "s" mode is for sequential shift which is like a simulated manual but it's not that great