2023 Toyota Camry XSE has One Big PROBLEM :All Specs & Test Drive

[@RobertoB-qp6es]

Have been driving a 2023 Camry XSE 4 cylinder for 2 years now. Superb vehicle. No creaks, groans, or vibrations of any kind. No play in steering wheel. Use the panoramic moonroof as a quiet ventilator most days instead of air conditioning. 4 cylinder has more than enough acceleration for street and highway. Love the 360 view camera/front camera for parking in shopping centers. Seat fits me like a glove. Superb outward visibility in all directions, with no blind spots. Best of all is the HUD (heads up display) which shows exact speed, navigation directions, gear selected, and rpm. Spare tire is almost the exact diameter of the standard tires. It is a breeze to put on if there is a flat. Car has never needed a repair or even an adjustment since purchase. Drive the car in manual mode for sportier driving. Thank you Toyota!

[@HawkeyeRides]

Thanks for sharing Roberto

[@davidbarber3821]

Toyota/ Lexus really needs to modernise their key fobs with a true remote start button

[@HawkeyeRides]

Sounds like a good upgrade

[@christianmbabazi9722]

That would be awesome because no one is trying to use the app or pay a subscription fee to do remote start

[@dougdriskill5328]

Yeah I agree but I can do mine by app or pressing the lock button 3 times on third hold they say if u have Xm radio it comes with it

[@dougdriskill5328]

What I don’t like if you try to do anything to your car that paying all that money for you can’t do mods or it does away with your warranty that’s crazy

[@LisaScott-jv2kc]

I am able to Remote Start my 2023 Camry XSE V6 with the FOB and with the Toyota Remote Connect Service App (trial 1 yr. afterwards it is $80 per year).

[@josephwigle158]

I purchased Jan 2023 in Lake Havasu City AZ a new 2023 Camry XSE V6 pearl white and black trim $46,000; it has been a pleasurable and outstanding year of muscle car type driving. I graduated from SOU which my Camry interior colors black and red match college colors and prior Reedsport High School. I earned a college education and the number one Camry. Note: I have had several toyota vehicles and other Camrys. For a work car, I still use my Die Hard 2007 Camry with over 194, 000 miles.

[@HawkeyeRides]

🎉 and thanks for your owners insight 👍

[@NocturnalPLUR]

$46,000? 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@guitarexpert2245]

Dude you overpaid way too much for this car. Go check out the KBB blue book private sale and see how much of a lose you will have.

[@LisaScott-jv2kc]

My 2023 Camry XSE V6 fully loaded with Drivers Assist, Cold Weather, and Navigation (Supersonic Red/Metallic Black 2-tone with Black Interior) MSRP $40,210 + $1,095 Destination total $41,305 with a bunch of extras. OTD cost $39,200. No way worth $46K. Your should of went with a Lexus ES350 F-Sport for $52K.

[@310chris18]

I have a 2016 xse v6 and i been all around this country with it cause i travel alot and she has held up like a champ no problems at all keep up with the maintance every 2 to 3k miles and she runs like a clock i already put 200k miles.

[@HawkeyeRides]

Thanks for the owners insight 👍

[@ilovemusic2425]

200K MILES ON A 2016!?!? Where tf you been going!? My 2010 Camry also has 200K and it’s older than yours

[@310chris18]

@@ilovemusic2425 i travel alot for my job

[@COMMANDERFOX31]

Lovely car but I'd say the biggest problem this Camry gen has is the awful and cheap interior creaks and rattles. I've owned both a 2019 XLE and a 2020 LE and they all have ticks, rattles and creaks especially during summer. I'm thinking about switching to a Lexus IS/ES because of this.

[@HawkeyeRides]

Thank you for your owners insight 👍

[@vintagetriplex3728]

Don't complain man. Toyotas are cheap. You get what you pay for. If you want a better interior get a Lexus or an infinity.

[@deller5924]

Toyotas used to have the kind of interior Lexuses now have....I mean back in the 80s and 90s. The Lexus brand was a smart move to make more money.

[@jahmanborneo1343]

I will accept that over a Nissan CVT

[@andrewgus8763]

@@vintagetriplex3728”Don’t complain man, just buy the $42k quality-degraded product and don’t ask any questions.” You do realise that Toyotas were never like that? 2007-2011 Camry was a silent car. Even Lexus products now have cheaper interiors and less insulation. This is not a “cheap brand” problem it is an industry-wide greed issue.

[@richscott2483]

Camry is just a Camry depending on the trim for better amenities. Now that the 2024 Camry started production on July 7, 2023, it will be the 7 iteration/consecutive year of the 8th Generation model. XSE you have a Hybrid, standard 2.5 liter 4 cylinder with or without AWD, and the option to go higher for the 3.5. liter V6 that is only FWD. It is a family sedan, and some trims give it a flashy sports appearance. If you want the best least expensive Camry get the SE trim not LE. Next would be XSE AWD, afterward if you want the cheapest affordable option for a V6 is the TRD. From there shoot for the best of the best Camry trim the XSE V6 fully loaded. As for a Hybrid Camry - take it or leave it.

[@HawkeyeRides]

Nice tips, I did explain a few different trims to help, I didn’t want to go over every trim as it can become confusing so staying around the price of this trim and not going to 40k trims. Great information but mid 20k buyers most of the time don’t look at 40k plus trims. I’m not a sales guy so it’s always nice to see other with good knowledge 👍

[@Da__goat]

I really wish that toyota gave the camry TRD the GR treatment and took the 3.5L V6 engine, gave it two turbos and the awesome 8 speed ZF as well as the AWD from the other camry lineup. As it is now, its just cosmetic features. The XSE and XLE both have much nicer interiors than the TRD as well as heated and ventilated seats. There isn't much of an argument for a car whose engine and transmission aren't really designed to take advantage of anything sporty. There isn't really anything about this combination in the TRD that makes it appear sporty or attractive to a sport enthusiast with no difference between that and something like the XSE with very limited modification potential.

[@HawkeyeRides]

It would be nice to see an upgraded engine but for 25 we may not even have a v6. The trd does lower the ride and add a cat back but the brembo brakes are not needed and the aero kit looks nice but doesn’t do anything for dynamic, it’s just styling. Features it also takes away which doesn’t make since because it is more money than an XSE but I personally like the trd for the price I would buy it over the other trims as it’s maybe a grand more than the XSE.

[@walu2446]

Love Camry I have 2019 and still awesome car smooth drive and excellent gas mileage😊

[@HawkeyeRides]

They are awesome vehicles 👍

[@shawnbl2048]

My 2020 hybrid has 167k and running well. Quite ride wish seats were more comfortable

[@brianmagee5298]

Before you buy a new Camry, be aware that Toyota will charge you a subscription fee for certain things like the remote start feature on your keyfob. I was lied to when I bought the vehicle, and now I have a $40k car that I will have to pay extra every month if I want the buttons to work. I guess we'll see what they turn off next...power windows? trunk? door locks? speedometer? How far do we go with this Toyota? Toyota is going the same route as BMW with the heated seat subscriptions. Buyer beware!

[@HawkeyeRides]

😂😁 thanks for you owners insight but a heads up BMW is removing the heated seat monthly charge so hopefully with all of us complaining (I do on a lot of reviews) this will end 👍

[@brianmagee5298]

That's good to hear, hopefully Toyota follows BMW's footsteps & abandons this business model quickly. It doesn't seem widely known that they started doing it. They give you a year free and then they start turning buttons off. It's a disgusting way to treat people.

[@HawkeyeRides]

@@brianmagee5298 I agree and it should be talked about more, I say it myself a lot in which I leave it out sometimes because I don’t want to sound like a broken record 😁 on every review

[@johnjohntheleprechaun7499]

If you want to use the brakes , you need the premium membership

[@boobierubi8567]

Theirs plenty of places who will install a remote starter for you , just have to do your research . Just make sure place is reputable and not a hacker because it can mess with your car if not done right . But I totally understand your point it’s the principal of it all like why pay top dollar or extra money for all these features on your car then have to pay monthly to keep them features when the whole point of paying extra at signing was because of the features which is why prices vary on the same cars because of different features. . If that’s the case better off buying the LE base model and saving an extra 10k in price.

[@vignesh7989]

I just bought a 2023 XSE FWD 4 cylinder 15k miles certified pre-owned for $28K! Love the car so much!

[@HawkeyeRides]

That’s awesome congratulations

[@mrzrrixgaming2738]

There is one here the owner says 15800 💀 it only has 2 changed parts I dunno if I should get it or not

[@HawkeyeRides]

@mrzrrixgaming2738 I mean I have a lot of camry reviews maybe check out another video 🤷‍♂️ Some videos have thousands of comments so hundreds.

[@mrzrrixgaming2738]

@@HawkeyeRides okay thanks mate I appreciate it

[@HawkeyeRides]

@mrzrrixgaming2738 you’re welcome

[@22xse]

the problem is they are made in america. japanese versions are muchh better

[@HawkeyeRides]

Good point 👍

[@deller5924]

How much better? Could you please be more specific?

[@richarddobson3138]

Uh Sorry, they no longer make the Camry in Japan And where these are Made is the Largest Toyota Factory in the World. Georgetown Kentucky USA

[@samama911]

I just bought mine (2024 XSE AWD) and it was made in kentucky

[@DrGrinsp00n]

Completely wrong and basis claim with nothing to substantiate it. Kentucky does it better and have been since the 90s do ur homework

[@brucewayne2773]

V6 are not selling well across the Camry line, the V6 feels too front end heavy for me. Best sellers are 4 cylinders and hybrid versions. Thus I think the best decision is that a 4 cylinder hybrid for all 25 Camry is a winner. I have a 24 SE Hybrid nightshade, best bang for the buck.

[@HawkeyeRides]

Thanks for sharing your opinion Bruce 👍

[@RR-nl2ep]

That van was ahead though. LOL. I see different specs on the 0-60 times. 0-60 in 6.0-6.7 seconds is way too slow for this car. My 2009 Camry was a fast beast and had less HP. Does the XSE and TRD V6 go 0-60 in 5.1 seconds?

[@HawkeyeRides]

Every reviewer will have a different time with the zero to sixty. Unfortunately Toyota doesn’t post a time for this.

[@RR-nl2ep]

Oh okay. I have noticed that. Thanks!

[@str8gamer964]

I bought a Toyota Corolla when I was in a bad place.. the dealership fucked me over .. high payment now I have a much better job will trade in my corolla and get this baby

[@HawkeyeRides]

@@str8gamer964 the Camry is awesome congratulations when you do, sorry to hear about the bad experience

[@CombatVeteranUSNAVY]

i owned a 2018 Camry XSE with the V6. It was the complete refrese for that year. I love the car, but after 2 years I traded in the car. Why, from the driver's to the passenger side, the dashboard is so huge, I felt like there was a WALL in front of me.

[@HawkeyeRides]

@@CombatVeteranUSNAVY thanks for sharing your owner’s insight

[@CombatVeteranUSNAVY]

@@HawkeyeRides You're welcome!

[@guitarexpert2245]

Yes, the middle of the interior is a crazy design. That's why i bought my Honda Accord Sport. I love the dashboard. it's it costs way less and handles amazingly.

[@CombatVeteranUSNAVY]

@@guitarexpert2245 You've made a great choice!

[@6time686]

Nice video. If anyone knows... I accidentally disabled the footwell lights (floor lights driver/passenger side) on the menu screen and cannot remember how to get them back on. I have read the owner's manual to no avail. It is driving me crazy. Any help is appreciated. Thanks.

[@HawkeyeRides]

Check the relays and fuses

[@6time686]

@@HawkeyeRides Thanks. I accidentally disabled it from the menu screen. I was messing with all of the settings at the time. The footwell lights were on and working beforehand. I don't know where on the menu screen the setting for them is located.

[@251TA]

I love mines with 5 % tint all around

[@HawkeyeRides]

They are nice congratulations

[@lascelleswilson2259]

It would be wicked in a 8 cylinders and a better interior

[@HawkeyeRides]

I agree with you 👍

[@rohitsridhar9521]

its a toyota, not an audi.

[@cerinawoehrley4199]

I hade a xse camry on order cav blue at toyota dealership near me but when it came in after 3 weeks on order the car was back into by another toyota car when coming of the truck.. do hade to go to se nightshade still a nice car

[@HawkeyeRides]

The nightshade is nice congratulations

[@llNATEDOGGll]

Can you get a XSE Hybrid in all black (paint + rims)?

[@HawkeyeRides]

Yeah get the midnight black metallic Toyota spec sheet: exploretoyota.com/camry/?hybrid=true/&cid=P_SET_2023_GM_SearchModel-AllMarketAud-NA_Google_CYhy_Search_GM_NA_NA_NA_NA_N_NA-NA-NA&campaignID=71700000078462294&adgroupID=58700006588301217&keywordID=p60617527284&deviceID=c&gclid=Cj0KCQjwuZGnBhD1ARIsACxbAVh9XR2Rlv_aHqblxInSOpMcSITrbC3bjFk1XQ8_ylopl8J50b4BK8MaArFwEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds

[@ksmooth1973]

I have the 2018 with the Black interior, whats with the red interior I dont get it and its not a really nice red either, its gaudy, but to each his own.

[@HawkeyeRides]

They are good overall vehicles 👍

[@ksmooth1973]

@@HawkeyeRides Yes they are I also have a 1999 Solara which has 160,000 miles and runs great. I just dont understand the gaudy red interior

[@LisaScott-jv2kc]

Agree, Red interior faux-leather or SofTex is not the right shade it looks puki. I have Supersonic Red/Metallic Black 2-tone with Black interior. 2023 Camry XSE V6 fully loaded.

[@ettafeeds9367]

I'm thinking which good looking car and affordable to buy for a mew stsrt in texas so I just had one and I'm taking this camry xse ❤️❤️

[@HawkeyeRides]

They are nice congratulations

[@dougdriskill5328]

I have a 24 xse love the car has the 3.5 but it’s 24 should have put a bigger screen in it my 23 Altima I got in 22 came with a 12 .3 inch screen as much as I paid for it they do need to step a few things up

[@HawkeyeRides]

The nice thing is you have the v6 because now the Camry is only a hybrid 👍

[@dougdriskill5328]

@@HawkeyeRides yeah your right I looked at 25 but the 24 looks way better and 25 only has a 2.4 no more v6

[@ZainAli-xp6sy]

Awesome review❤❤

[@HawkeyeRides]

Thank you I appreciate that 👍

[@brandondyer6546]

Are you sure the back air vents are not optional on the SE? My SE has back air vents.

[@HawkeyeRides]

I know Toyota specs: www.toyota.com/camry/features/mpg_other_price/2546/2559/2546

[@griizzlerhops633]

Yeah I think they’re definitely optional and cost quite a bit to upgrade them. Mine doesn’t come up air vents in the back so I use the AC circulation and the over the head + Near the feet AC buttons like crazy

[@jeffreyerickson6766]

Anthony is the best.

[@HawkeyeRides]

That’s Jeffrey 👍

[@mmahtnart8986]

Thanks for not parking it in the middle of a grassy field (-;

[@HawkeyeRides]

Your welcome

[@DrWhoandtheQ]

Is it roomy for 6ft 4ins drivers behind the wheel?

[@HawkeyeRides]

I’m 6’3 so it’s not much different

[@ChuckieBrown-c2p]

Can you get the camry xse without the sunroof? 🤔

[@HawkeyeRides]

No it’s std panoramic roof

[@alialneydai7810]

Y without

[@boobierubi8567]

I have seen a xse without a panoramic roof but typically it’s standard that it comes with it . A TRD has no Sunroof .

[@neverable2]

Yes I do but it is a hybrid version.

[@jennaking694]

Yes

[@craigbaker9252]

I have a 2023 XSE V6. 1) The cruise control sucks. At highway speeds when you enter a normal freeway curve in a city or city suburb the cruise senses the curve and lets off the gas for about 1-2 seconds. Just enough to shift weight forward then pick back up. Really unsettling and irritating. Other than that I love it. Nice quick good handling sport sedan. Not going Corvette hunting with it but for an everyday driving it’s a lot of fun to drive.

[@HawkeyeRides]

Thanks for your owners insight 👍

[@jullianmolina6169]

if you scroll around in your dash you can change the speed reduction at curves. or even just turn it off. mine has this option

[@amerlibmov]

The V6 uses too much gas.

[@HawkeyeRides]

It will be more thirsty 👍

[@montefiveforty1]

Wifes XSE V6 is showing 27.4 average wich is not bad imo for 300hp.Her prior V6 Solara's got lower 20,s so i'm pretty happy with that.The 3.5 is awesome worth every penny.

[@HawkeyeRides]

@@montefiveforty1 thanks for your owners insight 👍

[@LisaScott-jv2kc]

V6 is more powerful. Anything less is a Putt-Putt Mobile aka Golf Cart.

[@kennethquick4165]

I don't like the exhaust sound. Borla sounds better.

[@HawkeyeRides]

The TRD has a better sound 👍

[@PineappleGamesTV]

So you can’t get a AWD v6?

[@HawkeyeRides]

That is correct

[@greghuckstorf1381]

no

[@LisaScott-jv2kc]

Nope. Now that the 9th Gen 2025 Camry Hybrid is here with AWD it is not true AWD. The computer controls when the Camry goes from FWD to AWD. There is not a switch/button or program to keep the Camry Hybrid AWD in AWD.

[@kennethquick4165]

Too slow for that price. The Impala and altima is faster. Lo.

[@HawkeyeRides]

It’s a good everyday family vehicle thought 👍

[@sarahsorenson2624]

Stop featuring the XSE and concentrate on XLE!!!

[@HawkeyeRides]

Got it 😁👍

[@ZainAli-xp6sy]

Its XSE not SlE

[@sarahsorenson2624]

@@ZainAli-xp6sy fixed it, sadly every advertisement is XSE we need the XLE to be shown, just venting is all.

[@ZainAli-xp6sy]

@@sarahsorenson2624 yeah absolutely!!

[@LisaScott-jv2kc]

But the XSE is just the better Camry trim. XLE gets an umm. For the budget person they should consider only the Camry SE or Nightshade, the XSE, finally the best is the XSE V6 for someone not on a budget. Want a cheaper and lowest priced Toyota is the crappy Corolla LE. Then worst is Toyota Yaris.

[@wizels1403]

This but the Kia k5 Gt-Line, Thank me later.

[@HawkeyeRides]

I would go TRD or wait for 25 to see what Toyota does 👍

[@LisaScott-jv2kc]

KIA means Killed In Action so if you value your life, don't buy or ride in a KIA.

[@mikes9637]

Ohh let me tell you about this camry. Well i had a 23’ SE model..aluminum can on wheels! Interior..junk..exterior..even bigger junk. Have videos of this hood flexing in the wind when you drive on the freeway. I had this car for 7 weeks and traded it. Tried a 4runner too and noticed a flex in that hood too, not as bad but still saw it. 55k vehicle. Ill tell ya if you want a solid vehicle inside and outside, good quality and close in price as a SE camry, i now have a mazda cx5. No flex at all on the hood, interior far better than anything camry has. Toyota is a big joke now what their vehicles offer besides engine. Camry is god awful on the exterior!! Sad. Do better toyota! Trying to save in weight on the car and gas, comes with a cheap made car!!

[@HawkeyeRides]

Thanks for your owners insight 👍

[@LisaScott-jv2kc]

2023 Camry SE is better than the Corolla. But I think you got the factory Lemon SE. I have the 2023 Camry XSE V6 fully loaded. 21 months and no problems. However, the Mazda CX-5 is a good vehicle. Sadly, the CX-30 isn't as good as the CX-5. The Mazda3 is a claustrophobic small car and just really bad. Unfortunately Mazda stopped production of the Mazda6.

[@joevaldez1597]

Why are you comparing this to a TRD? Isn't this a review on the XSE?

[@HawkeyeRides]

I am comparing to a lot of different trims because of pricing

[@richscott2483]

The XSE is caught below the TRD as does not have a V6 engine but if you opt for the XSE V6 you are above the TRD. For the price tag, TRD is the cheapest way to obtain a V6 but you forfeit many great amenities that you would get in a XSE V6 and even the XSE has a few amenities that the TRD does not get. If you do not want the V6, then leave the Camry family and move into Lexus territory. Personally, the only Camry trim worth having is the XSE V6 fully loaded. If you want economical and affordable get a Corolla with AWD. The bottom line, it is what you can afford, and limit your choice between 2 to 3 vehicles. Review all the Pros and Cons, then you should at least take a Test Drive . The TRD is good for single guys who want sporty-type bolted-on body attachments and a different Sport-Tuned suspension. The TRD is not anything special or devoted vehicle as any Camry with the TRD accessories can appear to be a TRD. Remember you will have less Ground Clearance so avoid potholes and speed bumps. I own and drive a 2023 Camry XSE fully loaded with Cold Weather, Driver's Assist, and Navigation packages, MSRP was $41,305. I paid $40,150. Never pay full MSRP, that is not the price the Dealer paid as Dealer Invoice. is typically $5K less and as the buyer you pay the Destination Fee, not the dealer. You should be able to get $500 to $1500 off MSRP. Next never Trade In a vehicle as it is like going to the Pawn Shop and receiving 40 percent of what it is worth. $10K merchandise item sold at Pawn Shop you get $4K. Pawn Shop resells for $8K to $12K. Now if the dealer is fair and reasonable and you feel you just don't want to hassle selling your car, trade it in even though you decided to give away money to the dealer. Never say you are going to pay in full and buy the car in Cash or got a cashier's Check. Negotiate for a fair price, talk or leave and go to another dealership. Shop around. If there is a Big Markup on any car you see, run away from that dealership. Car worth $48K and they want $60K just got to be insane to pay it, that car still only worth $48K and then once bought driven off the lot depreciates a few grand.

[@montefiveforty1]

@@richscott2483 Got 5k off wifes XSE back in 2018 at .9 finance love the car and the V6 is awesome.

[@LisaScott-jv2kc]

Yep! pushing the no one wants Camry TuRD but if you are Single, not sure who you intend to Impress? The TRD aka turd is not a Sports Car. I own a 2023 Camry XSE V6 fully loaded which is very true will not get very good MPG if you do a lot of City driving as in 16-17MPG City. 22MPG City is in a Toyota Controlled Testing Environment with preset configuration aka Not Real Life City Situations. The 9th Gen 2025 Camry Hybrids are all garbage vehicles, better off with a Mazda CX-5. Honda been down the tubes for a few years now. You might move up a level to Lexus. Stay far away from KIA which means Killed In Action as your life depends on it. Both Toyota and Honda are not as good as they once were. Mazda is on the rise. Even the Hyundai Sonata gone from good to bad.