2 WORST And 8 BEST Things About The 2025 Toyota Camry Hybrid

Toyota Camry or Honda Accord?
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0:00 - Intro
0:16 - What’s new for 9th gen
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BAD
0:34 - Lack of choice
1:48 - Kinda vanilla
GOOD
2:18 - Styling
4:21 - Easy to drive
4:33 - Efficient asf
5:10 - Surprisingly Nice Interior
6:11 - Trunk
7:04 - Rear seats
8:06 - Tech
9:50 - Price
10:19 - POV Drive

[@dwnshft]

Special thanks to our Patreons for their support of the channel! Camry or Accord?

[@user-ko2yj7zw3f]

i want one, but my 2016 camry hybrid has 200,000 miles on it and it hasn't broken down yet, so i can't justify getting rid of it 😂

[@MrVaid01]

Have you replaced a battery yet? How much and how often?

[@octoslut]

@@MrVaid01 which battery?? they have 2 batteries in hybrid, one main high voltage battery and one standard 12v car battery.

[@alexanderg117]

I’m having the same kind of trouble. I have a 2016 Lexus ES300h with close to 165,000 miles with zero issues, so I cannot justify a new version like this sexy and sleek Camry XSE.

[@Shaaannnn9]

What do you do bro

[@user-ko2yj7zw3f]

@@Shaaannnn9 i've been a full time rideshare driver for 9 1/2 years.

[@laurentiutrifan8173]

It's cute. The front bumper/grill is ridiculous, though.

[@ibrahimbashir6634]

Better engine , more power, better efficiency , way more tech features, better driving dynamics, quieter... Its much better than accord

[@drevondavis3351]

Definitely not better driving dynamics than the accord, better engine? They both are hybrids…

[@ibrahimbashir6634]

@@drevondavis3351 much better driving dynamics than accord now & yeah way better engine & hybrid system than accord

[@drevondavis3351]

@@ibrahimbashir6634 false information… cuz the accord has always driven better well that’s just Hondas in general and as far as engines they’re literally the same so how is one “ENGINE” than the other.

[@17forever64]

The new Camry really needs to be compared to the new hybrid civic. The Accord Hybrid is not as efficient as the Camry. I just gave my son my 22 insight, it’s a hybrid, but Honda stopped making it. The insight is super efficient, I averaged 59mpg over 37k miles in that car, with no issues. The insight is rated at 50mpg combined. The insight was way underpowered and very slow. The new Camry , with 225 horsepower is powerful in comparison. The only issues I have with the Civic hybrid is the price and the interior is almost exactly like my insight, they didn’t update it much. You can find the new Camry le, for under MSRP, right now. We also have a 2018 Camry Hybrid and it’s been a great car. I’m going back to the Camry! Just a note , there are over 30k new Honda Accord Hybrids available for sale right now, you should be able to get a good deal on one if that’s the car you want.

[@kellyaustin7487]

Wasn't there a 300hp V6 🤔

[@ryans7097]

Hopefully they come out with a Camry prime, that could be interesting. Toyota said the body color grill on the XSE was to make it more sporty.. Maybe I’m in the minority but I think it looks less sporty than the SE

[@curt5802]

Yes! I've been hoping and waiting for a Camry Prime.

[@jesseayala7869]

Great video! You cover lots of details. Thanks!

[@Avatar1946]

I believe the DRL's change to amber for the turn signals; the bars when you're braking are probably regen indicators; with the exception of a missing rear wiper it's the perfect sedan. Great review.

[@bjsimon802]

toyota hybrids are money savers, i owns one and keep track of my mileage and fuel. The new camry is getting good reviews

[@aesie1229]

how much mpg do u average im thinking abt getting one this camry looks so beautiful

[@bjsimon802]

@@aesie1229 it all depends on how much you drive, and conditions. But they are money savers, because you fill up less. Buy the new camry, it will have adleast 46 to 50mpg. The savings is hundreds of dollars compared to suv which will take more fuel. The camry is luxurious. Buy new, used hybrids they are gouging

[@bjsimon802]

@@aesie1229 are you looking at the new Camry?

[@octoslut]

@@aesie1229 depends on how you drive, in eco mode. you can expect 57-60 consistently. if you drive rash/harsh and aggressively its gonna be lower.

[@Darqstorms]

I just graduated from college and I have a 2014 Camry. I was going to get a Tesla model 3 or something but I been hearing about them emitting radiation which wouldn’t be good especially for my 4 year old daughter. I decided to stick with a Camry but I may make long commutes to work so I think ima go with the hybrid

[@Car_conversati0nz]

Great review

[@dwnshft]

thanks!

[@mbcaiost]

The great thing about Toyota is that they’re consistent with their design. Compared to the 11th gen Accord, the fit and finish on the Camry is a lot more upscale, with better quality plastics. I don’t know what Honda is doing with their current lineup, but they were doing so good with the previous generation, and then, they decided to fix something that isn’t broken with the new one.

[@JFreeUNC]

Two worst are availability and dealer pricing.

[@wny9521]

I got a 1300 discount off sticker today on a base LE with a few little options I did have a trade in but I did get over kbb excellent value for my trade so I fell its a real discount.

[@JFreeUNC]

@@wny9521 Great for you. Sounds like you got a deal. I priced two Camrys at 2 separate Atlanta dealers, and they were discounting $1500 but then added on $2500 in worthless dealer add ons (ceramic) to make it $1000 over MSRP.

[@JSTNthe405]

I think the brake indicator could be great if it catches when a caliper starts to seize up from any defect possibly

[@bernardascher6939]

Supposed to be getting my at the dealership either tomorrow or Friday! So excited.

[@erykirzenski2080]

Sucks that the new accord only comes with 192 hp. They really dropped the ball especially when compared to this, at least power-wise.

[@dyl6085]

It has 204… but still low

[@philg3759]

I think that’s the problem of releasing first and plus Toyota is ahead on hybrid tech.

[@ramfan5149]

Honda also dropped the ball on the exterior look of the new Accord. Very bland looking.

[@kurt5009]

@@ramfan5149 some people like that, personally for me i don't need a lot going on with the grill or design to think a car looks good. sometimes basic is better and for me that's why i like the new styling for the accord its simple but good looking in my opinion.

[@butch8792]

I own a 2023 GTI and that has 19.9 cubic ft of trunk space and that Camry trunk looks at least 60% larger than it. Much more usable space and it just seems that people tend to underrate the cargo capacity of the modern sedan.

[@nostradamus7648]

Camry trunk is about 15.1 cubic feet

[@ShepherdsSheepdog]

Guy did a comparo with the Rav4 on cargo capacity. Didn't beat the Camry by much.

[@coniccinoc]

Number 1 con for me are the low profile tires. I live in an area with rough roads. Low profiles blow out the side wall after a decent pothole.

[@williamfrench9973]

I agree. But luckily that’s just the XSE - other trim levels have normal tires.

[@robertbennett212]

What trim levels have low profile tires? I don’t want them either!

[@wny9521]

Save a fortune and Buy the LE Its awesome with a few options added.

[@deejay6752]

I had a 2013 Toyota Camry LE as a daily driver, and I loved it. It was great on gas, fun to drive, great on the freeway or in town driving and most importantly it was easy to maintain. It's 16 inch tires are full of air and you'll notice a smother ride as compared to thin 19 or 20 inch tires which you'll feel every rut and pothole on the road and are more expensive to replace. The 16 inch tires are inexpensive to replace, and so are the light bulbs. This car is perfect for most people who go to and from work everyday, run errands, weekend trips this Camry is your little work hose. It's a nice looking car and I'd buy one if I didn't own a Toyota Tacoma right now. You can't beat it.

[@ibrahimbashir6634]

Sexiest looking mid size sedan 🔥

[@khakiswag]

The indicator for when you’re on the brakes is for adaptive cruise. When it’s using the brakes it indicates the brake lights are on.

[@dwnshft]

interesting, thanks!

[@berniemadoff7837]

Probably going for the XLE in Ocean Gem or Wind Chill Pearl.

[@robertwilliam9558]

That is a nice color on the Camry.

[@johnnyp7266]

Coming from CLA 35 Amg, want mileage from this hybrid! Hope I will like the handling 😮

[@flyer2359x]

My Crown Vic is aging out due to rust (17 years old now) and man, I think this would be one fine replacement.

[@LivingInAnInverseReality]

I have a Lexus SUV hybrid but I like this Camry sedan a lot.

[@cerny4444]

Great video but no rear heated seat or memory seat option.

[@curt5802]

I add to the call for Camry Prime! What's the delay? And why not a Crown Prime, like is available in Japan? What's up with that?

[@edwardstark6817]

how is the body roll?

[@nqobilemahlaba2230]

RIP V6. I really wished the next ES would adopt the 2.4 turbo engine and an electric motor in the back. But that being said. This is a handsome car and that interior in really good

[@LivingInAnInverseReality]

V6 was reliable, but so are Toyota hybrid cars

[@nqobilemahlaba2230]

@@LivingInAnInverseReality believe me I know. I just love that V6.

[@LivingInAnInverseReality]

@@nqobilemahlaba2230 I owned a Taco, so I agree that Toyota v6 are nice engines, but once you own a hybrid, you’ll never go back.

[@jxmar_]

⁠@@LivingInAnInverseRealityagreed! Especially Toyota hybrids, Toyota hybrids are perfect

[@todd5082]

No heated rear seat option on any trim levels.

[@HectorRuiz-ot8zf]

What you’re test driving it’s a front wheel drive not the AWD just an observation 👌

[@extremepcs2807]

I got a 25 XSE a few weeks ago. Love it so far. A couple minor complaints - the driver monitor system doesn't like that I drive with one hand at 12 o'clock since my forearm blocks it. I think a lot of people who grew up driving manuals do that? I'm having to learn to move to 11 o'clock :) The center console lid padding is really thin. It's uncomfortable to rest your elbow on it. Everything else is great!

[@berniemadoff7837]

Fluffy towel

[@gilbrook]

Does “knee hood” restrict passenger leg movement?

[@tensixliving]

The car tells you when the brakes are active so you know when all the adaptive/semi-self driving features active the brakes for you.

[@saadtheman1]

toyotas for life

[@tigrider]

Need flat rear floor, multi access center console, rear seat pass through trunk access please

[@rickpac2456]

Only the coolest people buy Camry Hybrids

[@ShepherdsSheepdog]

Coolest SMART people. Of course, those don't go for the red leather, teen-ager wheels, and body colored grill, though.

[@DemahClimb]

@@ShepherdsSheepdog I'm thinking Supersonic red, black roof - and black interior.

[@Pamlicojdjdj1487]

🤡

[@waqaskazim7010]

Which colour is this car? Good review 👍🏽

[@Andyt11]

Heavy metal

[@dwnshft]

thanks for the love!

[@davidmarc876]

Ordering mine in underground with a red interior

[@fclar78]

Can you believe the Crown doesn't have spring loaded trunk....smh

[@17forever64]

I like that color!

[@davidmarc876]

Downsizing from a 2022 RAV4 Hybrid to a 2025 Camry XSE when my lease is up in a few months… Getting it underground with a cockpit red interior

[@jxmar_]

If the XSE and XLE are even, the XSE should be able to get memory seats and Auto wipers.

[@00_UU]

Everyone is going for SUVs because they made sedans too uncomfortable - too low to the ground, low roof slope, too narrow up front. If Toyota offered Camry wagon, I would buy one, but it would have to be priced lower than Crown Signia, so it is better to only offer good comfort in SUVs to push people to spend more money

[@djplonghead5403]

I think the comfortable, higher roof, less narrow sedan is the Regular Crown. .

[@00_UU]

@@djplonghead5403 regular Crown is not sold in the US

[@djplonghead5403]

@@00_UU well, I mean the crown that is sold in the us. The crown hybrid sedan is more of a Lexus es 300h

[@HiHoSilvey]

Does anyone else hate the firm, flat driver's seat?

[@brandononbrand]

do rims get damaged with these 18 or 19" wheels? seems like you're getting worse MPG and higher cost of tire and rim replacement... for not much more performance.

[@richardwoodrow1509]

All is very impressive, EXCEPT no macadamia interior option. This is a 100% deal breaker for me along with a dark headliner. l will shop elsewhere this time around.

[@JFreeUNC]

I wanted the new Camry, but the 2 ATL dealers I contacted wanted $41k for an XLE. I went to my second choice and got a comparably equipped Accord EXL for a drive out of $36k (a full 5 grand less). Toyota dealers are not only NOT discounting, they are tacking on mostly worthless dealer add-ons.

[@cccat851]

Is it a drive out of $41k for an XLE?

[@JFreeUNC]

@@cccat851 Yes it was a drive out of $41k. It was very comparably equipped to the Honda EXL hybrid I ultimately bought for a full 5k less. I like the Camry exterior much better, but like the Accord interior some better.

[@setinstone31]

FYI the brake indicator is because of adaptive cruise control will brake for you, (so you know your braking) too scary for me.

[@dwnshft]

ahhhh that makes sense!

[@yardboy3955]

Love the new Camry, I’d buy it over a suv.

[@ashdeepsharma4884]

Beautiful 2025 Camry but I like my 2018 Camry look more good look front part I give 10 to 8.9

[@albertovertiz1543]

What color si

[@swlancaster1964]

Is it just me or is there a bit of 1988 Toyota Supra in the front styling?

[@JFreeUNC]

No sunroof on any trim level, it’s an additional cost option, it’s no longer standard. I saw 4 Camrys on a dealer lot and zero had a sunroof.

[@rncondie]

At 6’3” I appreciate no sun roof. You loose head room which I can not afford to loose

[@ShepherdsSheepdog]

Good!

[@datsexyrudeboy]

Well I seen two se models on the toyota lot and both of them had sunroofs

[@jxmar_]

The sunroof has never been standard on the hybrid version, only the V6.

[@Monk7uvi]

That is $5000 more in every dealer market right now

[@truthteller8274]

I had a camry hybrid, and it's electric motor and battery failed, negating all my fuel savings. If I do get another, it'll be the latest model I can get WITHOUT the hybrid, and make that mug last forever as I'm able. Toyota screwed up bad and I fully predict a mid-year concession where they come out with a non-hybrid model for 2025.

[@drift6785]

8th gen in my opinion still looks the best. That said I'm glad the interior is updated besides the ugly steering wheel. HOWEVER, lightyears better than the nasty looking accord

[@raymikes1234]

The brake light you see are part of the predictive driving feature, if you turn that off it goes away. This lets you know if the car starts breaking for you,

[@alexanderg117]

Well, I sure as hell HOPE it doesn’t start “BREAKING” for you. After all, most folks buy a Camry for their reliability, not how quickly they may BREAK! Ouch …

[@farukakatz3936]

When you touch the brakes, it recharges the battery.

[@JamaicanMeCrazy]

Those cons are mostly nitpicks. The only major con did me is the price. If you want a decent one it's kinda pricey

[@jxmar_]

Not really. The base models are pretty nice. Except for the exterior lighting

[@JamaicanMeCrazy]

@@jxmar_ I like the exterior haha

[@jxmar_]

@@JamaicanMeCrazy me too but the headlights and taillights are downgraded compared to the X models. Just like you see a the 8th gen.

[@zmir813]

Great video! I personally got to test drive one at Wilde. I owned a few Camrys in the past, it continues to be a great every day car. I still have a soft spot for the 2GFRE V6 in my ES. With that said this new Camry is almost as powerful as an older Lexus. I just don’t know if I want to spend almost 40k on a Camry. At that point, I’ll just look at used luxury cars.

[@bjsimon802]

Get new, the used market is overprice due to chip shortage. If you buying this as long term car, mine in 15 years old and still driving. They save you alot of money hybrids

[@jml9550]

I have a 2017 ES350 as well and it is as bore as it gets. Test drove this new Camry XSE last week and it handles better than the ES. Though the V6 is quieter and smoother, at a cost at the fuel pump. I am going to sell the ES350 once the new ES hybrid comes out, I want a more fuel efficient commuter. For the weekend, my Porsche 992 gets the work out 😊.

[@FinancialThing]

@@bjsimon802 Actually you only save about $600 per year with a hybrid if you drive 15k miles per year,. Not as much as most people believe

[@bjsimon802]

@@FinancialThing I own one, and the saving are enormous, because i keep tab of everything, also i have multiple suv. When gas was cheap my older prius was $600 year to fuel, now it is about $1000. But my Suv is taking $3grand in fuel. So do the math in savings, and X that by 10 year warranty. Hybrids save money. And I have all my other toys, my prius is my money saver work car. Now do the saving compared to truck in fuel, because trucks are double a SUV in fuel

[@alsamit3814]

Even though it has more horsepower. It really didn't feel all that powerful to me compared to the accord hybrid. I was pretty disappointed. The interior quality was very very mid. Only the exterior changed but the camry is still the no fun camry. The accord was surprisingly very very smooth to drive. And the interior quality was way way better. The leather seats felt far superior than any of the toyotas'. Ik the exterior isn't the best but it grows on you.

[@hypermetalsonic]

It being made in America is the biggest flaw

[@chubobsthebobo]

Do you have a playstation 4/5? Do you also play fortnite?

[@brandononbrand]

Sedan trunk space > SUV trunk space

[@besiburukofficial5810]

hate the dull steering design. Just not interesting at all. If they can design just like mazda. That’s will be nice.

[@Tahara-Aichi]

In a decade the batteries will need replacement and that's a hefty bill. There will no more keeping a car for10 plus years as many toyota owners do .

[@ramfan5149]

Won't be as hefty as replacing an EV full size battery.

[@ShepherdsSheepdog]

Ca ca

[@Tahara-Aichi]

@@ramfan5149 at least give us the choice of gasoline only besides the hybrid.

[@Tahara-Aichi]

@@ShepherdsSheepdog that means Shiet

[@leslielesh]

I paid 230 a month on a Mazda three. Why am I buying this for 500 a month or maybe I’m mistaken maybe it’s even more.

[@blakespower]

I mean there is going to be so many camrys sold. I want to be more unique thats why I bought a Mazda

[@rst17t]

Do you guys think $580 a month for 72 month is a good deal on a 2025 se trim. Doesn't come with sunroof and has an 8" display.

[@lifewithtrina2930]

I think you could do it just decide what features you want if you want the 12.3 inch radio or the sunroof I know you can get either or or some are in packages but if you okay with the small screen and no sunroof go for it some pple don't care for sunroof and can go without it but want the nicer audio display you choose what you want and go from there but don't get something you don't want. Also don't purchase if you not sure also every since year they have huge deals and sales to make room for new year models they go up to $8k off MSRP.

[@ramfan5149]

You really need to provide the out the door price and interest rate to determine if you got a "good deal". Accessories are personal preference.

[@jeremyvargas6286]

Look at current Toyota apr for Camrys and look at lease payments

[@jxmar_]

Does it have the convenience package?

[@billyrock8305]

Topgun grannymobile #1 If you’re 65+ this ride is for you! Old folks love this old sedan! 👍 My grandpa said he’d love to buy one, but they took his keys away and doesn’t drive anymore. 😢

[@ju4121]

And what do under 65 drive? Hellcats? Challenger? Mustangs?

[@billyrock8305]

@@ju4121 No. That auto age segment is 30-40, low income, lower education, high debt, right wing, overweight, male.

[@alexanderg117]

@@billyrock8305- very well said, unfortunately. You hit the nail on the head, my friend.

[@alexanderg117]

Well, I’m only in my 50’s but I want one so badly that I (secretly) drool over the XSE version night and day. 😊

[@billyrock8305]

@@alexanderg117 Thanks Alex. It’s an amazing, superb quality and an incredibly reliable automobile device for old people. 🥇

[@swlancaster1964]

Great price for base hybrid. The styling is hideous.

[@psychiatry-is-eugenics]

Pay 500 for a special color , then pay 500 more to paint it black ?

[@whatwhome6914]

I definitely would not get the leisure suiit Larry red interior.

[@Eisen-gs3yt]

Not sure about the front or back. It looks kinda ugly

[@brandononbrand]

with XSE, you get party on the inside OR party on the outside... but not both. because neither Reservoir Blue or Ocean Gem are available with the Red interior! 👎shame Toyota!

[@brandononbrand]

ideal setup: - XSE in Blue with Red Interior - 18" wheels or smaller - Delete that stupid spoiler!

[@OnlyMeee-ie3dw]

The grill is ugly. Cartoonish. I really hated my 2020 Camry. It was the first Toyota product I've owned or operated I hated. I hope Toyota fixed all the problems the Camry has had since 2018. It's a shame the hybrid transmission is better than it's 8 speed. My 2020 had a 8 speed and never ending problems. Does the seat headrest dig in to the back of your head? Mine made me look down while driving. Does the hood still flop around at highway speeds, driving on a bumpy road or around other vehicles? I assume they finally got the bad engines out of the system by now so you don't need to smell antifreeze. It still has the CTV engine over rev but it might be better than the 8 speed shifting every few seconds searching for a gear is likes. Toyota ruined the Camry and my trust in the company. Toyota wouldn't, or couldn't, fix the pages of problems with my 2020 so they just it was normal.

[@JJ-wi2uw]

That front end and grille looks weird.

[@supremecarnage5071]

Sorry, but the new accord is bland and shaped like 🐢 this, and 🚗 kia and 🚗 hyundai stand out more 😂

[@KylerBorn]

I saw both versions of the 2025 camry at a dealership and they're hideous

[@kellyaustin7487]

Has some definite interior defects. Almost cheaply built.

[@ShepherdsSheepdog]

LOL😅😅😅

[@angelasmr8818]

Looks hideous 😂

[@robs9324]

Uuuuugly front end

[@jahmanborneo1343]

9th Gen CAN NOT compare to 8th gen. XSE is a laughing stock. The wing-like thing that goes over headlights is AWFUL. Color matched grill AWFUL. The XSE with a laughable 232 hp over the V6 8th gen 301hp. Also, whatever the hell that cloth trim inside is cheap. I went from a 2010 XLE V6 with 268 hp to the 2023 with 301. This car is a joke. This car will always be polarizing. Until Toyota can get the hp up to something respectable, I'll NEVER buy one of these hybrid dumpsters.

[@beka5957]

I pretty much sure that its possible to change the front side of 2024 camry or even 2020 because everything is the same absolutely hud, and fron side thats all )) even the saloon is very easy to change it. everything is the same. rear side is a bit different but its enough. So front side and the saloon is upgradable

[@1Springloaded]

The smell inside the SE is really bad. You will need to park inside if possible and leave the windows down for a period of time. I think is the seats? Im hoping it goes away in a few days.🟦

[@nostradamus7648]

New car smell comes from industrial adhesives on the interior. You will have to park it with the windows down for a few days to let it air out.