2025 Toyota Camry XLE AWD: Did They Get it Right or Not?

The all-hybrid 2025 Camry! Did they get this redesign right or not?
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[@yucafrita9949]

Am i getting too old? I find this darker grill to be more attractive than the all white in the spottier XSE

[@caponecollin]

It does looks better

[@TripleBerg]

It is more elegant, a word you wouldn’t normally expect when describing a Camry.😏

[@caponecollin]

@@TripleBergthank you

[@Phong7080]

Yeah I agree, the color blended grill does not look good to me either

[@cablebrain9691]

I agree, and have thought that during other reviews.

[@roylappin4491]

Back from the dealer, way too expensive!

[@kurojack6874]

How much was it marked up?

[@roylappin4491]

@@kurojack6874 no additional dealer stickers, it was Sunday the dealership was closed so I don’t really know if any. They will make enough so I don’t expect additional dealer markup/rippoffs.

[@ToyotaChrisWI]

Button for the heated steering wheel is in the middle of the AC controls

[@lionintu]

Yup the button is right in the middle there between the rest of them at 7:27 (arrow pointing down and a pic of the steering wheel) 😅

[@louispaxton8336]

Like all-hybrid. Harder acceleration from lower speeds is surprisingly gritty. Grilles look great. Upholstery on dash is a bit chintzy..this isn't a Malibu, same with rear door trim cheapy treatment. Huge option package kills the value proposition on this car. Panoramic sunroof and AWD not needed. I would stick with lightly optioned SE model or a base Prius..realize they are not directly comparable but I favor smaller car. At $40K plus, this is no longer family friendly from a cost standpoint. Nice car..no problem..perhaps a great car.. but not a value proposition!! Get me the base Prius w/o options in Guardian grey. Very good review, as always!

[@chabbysrides]

Thanks Louis. I’ll get an SE on once they start coming in.

[@bella3008]

But what makes Prius better than Camry?

[@nostradamus7648]

They have to save the luxury for the Lexus line. You just have to pay extra for that.

[@weroliera]

41k is just too much. 3 gs more and you can get a es350. No way

[@lionintu]

Yeah a base es350? With nothing?

[@lionintu]

Es350 not hybrid? And has no amenities compared to this. No?

[@shawn1869]

A base is is wayyyyyyy better than this overpriced Camry.

[@lionintu]

I think the next gen base hybrid ES will cost more than the current because they no longer have the LS in addition to the GS. The ES will need to grow in size and perhaps the features to pick up the slack.

[@Heroes-lr2vo]

The car is right, price not so much....

[@mklphoto]

Another reviewer said the dual exhaust outlets, has one fake outlet. Is that so and if so, why?

[@nostradamus7648]

Cheaper than running 2 full pipes. I've seen it in the SavageGeese reviews when they get underneath.

[@user-nr2ch9pp2g]

Does the keyfob has a remote start feature or do yòu have to get a toyota app with your information?

[@escheidl]

I like the fact that there will be no more shortage of hybrids because they ALL are hybrids now. That's all I would buy today anyway.

[@chriskane8625]

Picking up my XSE at the end of June!

[@chabbysrides]

Congrats! Enjoy! Thanks for tuning in.

[@stephenwierzbicki4463]

❤😎 AWESOME VIDEO 😎

[@chabbysrides]

Thanks! Thank you for watching. Much appreciated.

[@lionintu]

So how does remote start work with the keyfob?

[@shawn1869]

Visor doesn't slide? Wow, 2025 and the sunshade doesn't side!?? Im not even kidding, this might be a dealbreaker for me

[@damiancordiel5524]

They may fix that for 2026

[@shawn1869]

Just test drove an XLE today... It's not that great. It's actually quite cramped inside. Not very nice in my opinion

[@yoyothecool3890]

It’s not the heated steering wheel is right on the dash lol

[@lionintu]

The xse has higher cost for different more firm suspension? Being more of an enthusiast driver i think ill have to choose XSE. I wont miss this memory seat option. Id prefer these smaller 18" wheels due to potholes in NYC however. I dont mind this grill at all. Lexus type design looks fancier than before to me, so if anything lexus need to update on Their end to differentiate. This front end looks better than the outgoing so im happy with it.

[@user-nr2ch9pp2g]

The SEL and SE have a sport suspension. For maximum comfort the LE has 17 inch tires,also the cheapest option.

[@escheidl]

The SE and XLE have 18" wheels instead of the 19" on the XSE. But the LE has 16" which is best for potholes and comfort.

[@koukimonzta]

Can you have wider wheels on the Camry being AWD ?

[@adrienchan2097]

Love it, prefer ocean exterior w grey interior

[@thebig12conference73]

Engineering background Toyota finally got it right with the Camry on the ninth generation by adding all wheel drive! I’m sure you’re gonna dip a little bit on that MPG you’re not going to get the 44 miles per gallon on the highway but I’m assuming you should still get in the mid 30s and you get a nice little horsepower bump from the engine I was looking at the ES 350 F sport performance and handling but if you want to just add one option like a mark Levingston audio you’re talking about $60,000 not bad for a midsize sedan under $40,000 with all wheel drive and a luxury model, which is the nowadays

[@dennis2494]

fabric on the dash and panoramic roof on the highest trims without an option to choose something else is a big mistake

[@MrPTR91]

Toyota makes a superior product and I don't believe this one will be any different. I would prefer the 8-speed tranny over the ECVT, but that's just me. CVTs are hit or miss type deals, If you ask me. I would've liked to see the V6 as an option on the 25' model and I also believe Honda made a big mistake getting rid of the 2.0T for the Accord. That was an outstanding engine, man. I think the Camry will do just fine, even in its CVT guise. I own a 2012 and I bought it brand new with 1 mile on the odometer. I just had the alternator changed out for the 1st time in the 12 years that I've owned the car and the A/C still runs Artic Cold. I've never even had to charge it up. Not even once. It's the same as when I purchased it. I usually average around 25 - 28 mpg. This car has stood up to Atlanta traffic for 12 years and she still has more fight left in her. A lot...Hopefully. Enjoyed the review.

[@chabbysrides]

Thanks! Thank you for tuning in and the feedback. Much appreciated.

[@kellyaustin7487]

They got it right for grandparents everywhere 🤣

[@jonathanratliff4780]

You’re actually incorrect in saying the XSE is the top trim the trims are just different they’re both the top and trim just is merely one with more sporty angle in the other with the luxury bit that you’re driving in fact you can get more options on the XLe then you can access it. Yes the price is a bit higher on the XSE due to the suspension changes. Also that’s not Alexis design language on the front and there is no hammerhead Lexus as Toyota does the name is more of a copy of the Prius. As far as if you’re looking for Lexus grill. So just a polite correction my friend great review

[@chabbysrides]

Thanks! Thank you for tuning in and the feedback. Much appreciated.

[@TripleBerg]

Actually the front grill reminds me of my 2020 Avalon hybrid. It’s aggressive but also a callback to some older, elegant cars. I wouldn’t buy it if it wasn’t a hybrid. I love getting 46 mpg on the roads.

[@chabbysrides]

Good point with the Avalon reference. Thanks for tuning in.

[@TripleBerg]

@@chabbysrides Thanks. BTW - My local Toyota dealer just mailed me to see if I’d sell back my 2020 Avalon Hybrid XLE. I didn’t even respond.😏

[@robertdatario85]

Did i just see 0w-8 oil viscosity inder the hood?!

[@stevebatogower8029]

What kind entertainment does it have

[@deannawoody9621]

I brought a 2025 se camry, last week 💯 💯 💯 💯 💯 💯 💯 💯 💯 💯

[@chabbysrides]

Congrats! Enjoy! Thanks for tuning in.

[@billyrock8305]

Awesome granny! 👍

[@LittleMeezfit]

Don't like how xle lower bumper is not painted. For 40k I want the whole car painted.

[@vasyls1767]

Why aren't the rear turn signals LED???

[@Mashi654]

They are LED on the XLE and XSE.

[@jxmar_]

Toyota doesn’t offer the memory seats and auto wipers from the XLE on the XSE. They actually changed the key. They have it the current design.

[@Mashi654]

Rain-sensing wipers are offered in the premium packages on the XLE and XSE. Memory seats are offered in the premium package on the XLE only

[@lionintu]

Thanks good to no I can get rain sensing on camry

[@damiancordiel5524]

I'm not big of white cars, but I'd take this one.

[@filetofish7688]

Would you prefer this or the Sonata?

[@yucafrita9949]

This

[@chabbysrides]

I’d go with this car and spend a little more.

[@lionintu]

This 10x over. No comparison.

[@tylerthorson7798]

​@@chabbysrides what is your reasoning?

[@AJSparacio413]

The only Sonata I would want over this would be the N-Line model that has the 2.5 Turbo with a DCT. Otherwise it’s Camry all the time.

[@cablebrain9691]

Look at that grossly dirty gloss-black center console. What is wrong with Toyota?!!

[@deboralacreta]

I love it

[@user-nr2ch9pp2g]

They should give the Camry a larger foot print so that midsize sedans can compete with a midsize SUV for safty and shoulder room,and people might go back buying sedans.

[@stephenc893]

No they did not get it right. No option for a gasoline vehicle only hybrid no more 6 cylinders

[@robertwinkler8444]

Nope, don't like it

[@lesley643]

Dislike big grills. Like the designers ran out of ideas. Dislike the suade and the diamond pattern. 46mpg is attractive. Never had a Toyota.

[@collin_mmarshall1655]

"Brand New.. All New..." Seriously? Same side profile.. Same interior and exterior measurements.. Same chassis.. More like a facelift to me. No more than 65% are new and the remaining are carried over from the previous model.

[@billyrock8305]

Topgun grannymobile. #1 Old folks love these old school sedans! 🚘 Overpriced 🤮