Real world review: Toyota Camry Hybrid pros and cons | @evoIndia

Discover the true capabilities of the Toyota Camry Hybrid as we embark on a road trip from Bengaluru to Chikkamagalur, the home of Indian coffee country. We dive into the advantages of hybrid technology in real-world scenarios, from city efficiency to highway performance. This detailed video review covers fuel efficiency, emissions reductions, and overall performance as we test drive through varied terrains. Experience the essence of Indian coffee culture at the picturesque Urvinkhan estate, home of Brave Man Coffee, and see how the Camry Hybrid handles smooth highways and challenging hillside roads. Don't miss our comprehensive analysis of the pros and cons of this innovative technology as we delve deep into the world of hybrid driving. Subscribe and follow our journey to experience luxury, efficiency, and adventure in one of India's most scenic routes. While the benefits of its hybrid system in the city are well-established, we delve into its performance on the highway. Join us as we discover the benefits in terms of fuel efficiency, lower emissions and even performance while uncovering the pros and cons of this innovative technology in real-world driving scenarios.
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🚗💨 Thanks for watching our Toyota Camry Hybrid road trip review! What's your favorite feature of the Camry Hybrid? Let us know in the comments below! Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell icon for more awesome car reviews from evo India! 🌿☕ Explore with us as we dive into hybrid technology and the beauty of Indian coffee country. #ToyotaCamryHybrid #RoadTrip #evoIndia

[@theelectricmile474]

Great Video. Drive the future. The future is BEV. Hybrids are the relic of the bygone era.

[@reubenmathew4323]

Fav feature is just the hybrid system...I believe its the best around. Adequate performance and efficiency, what more could you ask for !

[@vagabondwanderers]

How is the drive on broken roads, potholes etc? Does the car crash and bang?

[@user-gw6pn3in4b]

❤❤❤.

[@AnandMohan0182]

Are these the coolest drone shots ever!!! Always love driving to Chikmagalur and visiting Villa Urvinkhan. That place is such a vibe!

[@sirishch]

It’s so beautiful

[@user-vg3ev7ph1i]

This would be a lot more compelling after the tax on hybrids is reduced.

[@evoIndia]

Let's hope the tax on hybrids is reduced sooner

[@sirishch]

True that

[@YetAnotherUser108]

The tax on any car (including EVs) is absolutely crazy. Govt should come clean on their swindling tactic instead of lying about "minimal tax" on these cars.

[@bonmec101]

How much would it cost then?

[@user-vg3ev7ph1i]

@@bonmec101maybe close to its US rate

[@povguytamil]

Hope the new 2025 Camry enters the Indian market with all the reduced tax rate. This thing with JDM wheels are way cooler, trust me 🤩.

[@evoIndia]

Fingers crossed 🤞

[@amitskhadilkar1]

At least be a bit honest in confessing that the facelift is out in the western markets and that this is a 2022 launch

[@irwindcunha7432]

Any idea when the new gen 9th gen camry will be launched in India ?

[@shashankaprasad4199]

Does this car have a welcome seat function just like the Innova Hycross? Can somebody help me with this info please?

[@emSyedd]

Amazing car

[@user-vq6cj2cj3h]

Can someone tell me about the Camry hybrid costi? and Galaxy Toyota showroom Is Good? 🤔🤔

[@prathameshacharya9739]

Truly an amazing car but the problem it faces in Indian market because of it's pricing is that Indian customers tend to go the premium brand way if they're paying 50 lakhs. Because of it price it directly competes with 2 series BMW, A class limo. But it's main rival comes from Audi, the A4 is a really compelling package compared to this, it doesn't have hybrid but that 2.0L turbo petrol is one peppy engine. This would be a great car in the segment of 35 to 40 lakhs, but that would be possible if the taxes on hybrid cars are reduced. Let's hope so. Great car nonetheless.

[@sirishch]

But if you look at the prices of its nearest like-for-like rival and the Camry looks like VFM

[@Youtubefana]

The A4 is a much better car in every way except for rear leg room and that too only if one wants acres and acres of it. Else the A4 has this clearly beat in all segments

[@adityapatnaik7078]

the editing is super

[@reubenmathew4323]

I miss those days of comparo between Camry, Accord and Sonata. It's baffling why the Fortuner sells so much and not the Camry...I guess blame it on the SUV craze.

[@sirishch]

Its the SUV craze!

[@manishchitre5130]

I would buy this over any suv tbh.

[@theelectricmile474]

Does this car hold the candle to the Model Y or the BYD Seal? Its a great car that looks out of place in 2024 given the price and kit.

[@unnikuttan5u]

It’s an amazing car. I’m using it for years.

[@evoIndia]

Awesome. We hope you drive it for many more years to come.

[@narasimhakaushikn9198]

Sir, wasn't GC an issue after Hassan NH, closer to the estate? For the classy, it's definitely the pick over the SUVs, but GC concerns once off the major highways, and in cities due to water logging.

[@evoIndia]

Have to be a little careful over bad speedbreakers but otherwise not a problem

[@bestWARHOG]

No one's gonna pay 50 lakh plus on a Toyota for luxury that too for older gen model 😂😂. Hope they take indian market seriously and introduce newer cars which they offer in international markets.

[@reubinthomas]

Toyota stopped expansion in India a few years ago. They literally said they don’t feel welcome here, and there are people and companies that would absolutely drop 50 lakhs on a Camry.

[@kalyaan123]

Well, the fortuner is around 8 years old💀

[@sanptl94]

The most underrated car❤

[@adityas.momentsoftravel]

The best Toyota in India along with Hilux

[@MrPuri]

Audi A4 review plsss..

[@MBaDog-hn6ot]

Very elegant review and i like the sunglasses of Mr. Sirish 😎

[@evoIndia]

Thanks

[@AP-do6sv]

Question for team EVO - is the camry significantly louder than the ES300, is the lexus worth the extra money over this?

[@evoIndia]

It is louder but not significantly

[@abhishekshetty9779]

How is the boot space has the boot space been reduced due to the hybrid battery?

[@evoIndia]

Boot space is adequate for weekend luggage for 4

[@monishthomasp]

The word - Camry - is enough. It’s a symbol of reliability and a benchmark of understated elegance coupled with ease of ownership. I had a 2010 Camry LE 2.4 in the Middle East. Never throws a surprise at you. Always starts, performs and gets you home. Keeps going to the point of boring. It’s truly a marvel of auto engineering. ❤

[@evoIndia]

The Camry's reliability is legendary

[@monishthomasp]

@@evoIndia yes great video and lovely scenery Sirish and Lenny.. ❤️

[@rickiek]

Great video, as usual. However, knowing now that the new 2025 model has been released just a few days ago (I just watched a North America review last week), it makes sense to wait for that to arrive in India in case the Camry is on your list.

[@evoIndia]

Glad to know that you liked the video. There's no official confirmation on when the new model will launch in India.

[@Dr.SumeshkamatGoa]

Amazing car 😍🔥

[@evoIndia]

True that!

[@gouravbose8105]

Sirish please one comparo between Superb V$ Camry much awaited

[@evoIndia]

That's quite a cool comparo. We shall try to do one soon.

[@sunitthebiker4843]

Dream car ❤

[@sambhavchalla4984]

Even though I agree it's a beautiful car... Never thought I'd be hearing a Toyota Camry as a dream car😂

[@sunitthebiker4843]

@@sambhavchalla4984 choices differs

[@evoIndia]

We hope you make that dream a reality soon :)

[@sunitthebiker4843]

@@evoIndia Thankyou.. keep driving safe

[@shahan484]

​@@sambhavchalla4984 some people dream about a Creta, so a Camry is much more palatable

[@len.dsa88]

The Camry is a 'if you know, you know' kind of car - stealth wealth at its best.

[@arjunraj5305]

Where are the cons as mentioned in the title?

[@rohan_anvekar]

Hmm we have to make do with previous gen 😕

[@VinayWebstar]

This is the default car for all the American 🇺🇸 progressive classes and the upper middle classes, regardless of ethnicity and color. It's also the most fuel efficient among the lot, only the Honda Accord and barely the Nissan Altima comes nearby it

[@ravichouhan6373]

👍

[@rajapandian2295]

Is the battery lfp or lead acid

[@evoIndia]

Nickel-Metal Hydride

[@samratjpatil]

I've been driving it for the past 2 years now. It's a delight and 'almost' perfect. The issues stem mostly from Toyota's reluctance to technologically evolve as fast as their like their Korean kin - Hyundai and Kia. But, it does the basics right, infact even better than the Europeans for that matter. Things are built to last, easy and economical to maintain. Build, passive safety, ride, handling, nvh, driving dynamics are all top notch. Extracting an overall average of 19 kmpl on a 2.5 L naturally aspirated engine for a 1.7 ton car is unbelievable, the hybrid system should be standard IN ALL CARS. Also, the 3 driving modes i. e. Eco, Normal and Sport and smartly placed and executed, my driving style has now evolved to almost subconsciously toggle them. It's the perfect car for the Indian conditions, wished it were a bit cheaper. Some issues in the long term ownership - 1. No 360 camera for such a huge car. 2. Active safety features like adas or even minor ones like blind spot monitoring are not present yet. I know adas maynot be very useful in India but front collision mitigation is very important imho. ₹20 lakh cars offer them now. 3. I wish the HUD had android / apple map based directions. 4. Spending ₹56 lakhs+ on road in Maharashtra (for a BH series plate), one would expect some sophistication from dealership, but no. You'd probably queue up with Etios junta as opposed to the German or Swiss dealerships that treat you like a king (whilst robbing you blind); the maintenance and replacement parts is surprisingly reasonable and a far cry from the European brands though. 5. Since this is a rare purchase in this price range, the replacement parts for insurance claims are hard to come by. My car bumper got damaged while parking, 360 camera would've helped 😅, anyway, it took them 1 month to source the bumper and the car was with them for legal reasons. I'm sure the car will last me a very long time per international reviews, but it makes me anxious about incidentals 5 to 10 years down the line. 6. Again, since this is a rare car, even the Toyota mechanics at our dealerships aren't too confident because of unfamiliarity. Final comments, if I could afford one again, I'd buy one in a heartbeat, it's that good.

[@ashred9665]

great car, but in a city like bangalore...the front and the mid parts will scrape...very sad...cant enjoy these machines like they should be...

[@edmraveland]

US me new facelift aagaya aur idhar wahi 3-4 saal purana model sale krre hai

[@aimlesswander24]

50L and no ADAS or other high end feature set!!??

[@mendeleeve]

It would be nice if the car review could only be about the car. In the 14 min video you only start talking about the car in the fourth min. If I want to know about Chikmagalur or coffee or kaizen philosophy of Japan, I would watch a different video.

[@ssabt12]

Virtus GT 253nm torque ; 150hp With active cyl mode GT gives 19kmpl on long drives easily. So 1.5 TSI evo with ACT gives similar mileage to camry with hybrid at half the price

[@Thelotrfan06]

If FE is the only thing you're considering then do the same in city traffic with both the cars and compare the fuel efficiency. You will know what's what. I also like the Virtus GT a lot. But, no sense comparing it to Camry.

[@mgspec]

New Alto gives more mileage than your so called GT.. FE is not the only thing, but the luxury experience of a Full length premium sedan coupled with good mileage is something else! Camry is a segment above your Virtus in comfort and features.

[@DocHarshaVardhan]

Virtus GT tries too hard at efficiency, whereas Camry gives good fuel figures effortlessly. For me, If I drive sedately or If I drive fast the fuel efficiency remains between 19-21 km/L..I bet the Virtus needs to be driven at slow speeds like an old man to extract anything above 15 km/L 😂

[@sirishch]

Driven similarly the Virtus GT doesn’t give anything close to the same mileage as Camry

[@ssabt12]

@@Thelotrfan06 i know.. hybrid shines in economy in city.. btw what do u think virtus GT gives as economy in city when driven normally

[@narasimhanaik5613]

People buy entry level Bmw and Audi, Toyota is PURE 💎

[@nvenkat14]

The Camry design is very enticing. Curves are elegant and sleek. The wheel arches give it a nice sporty look. The Camry in black looks really stunning. But am not sure about the ground clearance of the vehicle, with a very low slung, will it scratch Indian speedbreakers. Evo India may very well answer during their ownership and further to say Toyota needs to revamp the interiors of the car. They just cannot purely really on their engineering. Of course the longevity of Toyota and reliability cannot be compared but to the least they need to make the interior look more premium for the price point they sell at. Having said that….. if u ask me whether would I go for this one….. If at all I need to opt for a hybrid and the environment concern I will stick with Honda city hybrid and save around 25 lakhs and would buy a skoda octavia as another for pure driving pleasure.

[@evoIndia]

No, the 160mm ground clearance was not an issue. Have to be careful over bad speed breakers but if you take a little care, not a problem

[@chrisjarno533]

Itz a nice car an every xyz is okay but don't you think it is old although it doesn't feel dated till date I feel that toyota's gonna stop this particular model idk but I'm telling this coz the discout for this car in tamilnadu is more than 2 lakhs. JUST wanna know people's opinion.

[@lalithkumar6663]

entry level car in the us = luxury in india its a shame that hybrids are taxed so much when they are the most practical mobility option when u consider emissions

[@evoIndia]

Hoping for lower taxation on hybrids in the future.

[@neshatahmed7225]

Toyota is best

[@evoIndia]

💪

[@Diptentu]

I thought toyota launched the new gen Camry in India too.

[@evoIndia]

Not yet.

[@kabilanmahi2380]

Is there any update about thar ev?

[@evoIndia]

Nothing on that yet.

[@sharathprakash9133]

Why is that even after being in India for such long time that Toyota hasnt managed to bring down the cost for their cars? Or are they greedy to earn more profits ? Look at Camry - it costs whopping 57 lacs on road, fortuner 42+ lacs for base variant.If they cant reduce the cost and keeps increasing - one fine day they will lose out.

[@shivamtomar2001]

The biggest con is price and not manufacturing camry in India one OK the best sedan and my dream but price is very high and tax on hybrid company like toyota, honda bring more hybrid in India

[@arjunraj5305]

Good promotional video skipping the sub par interior design and quality.

[@DrMS96]

XUV 3xO file deleted?!

[@sirishch]

What file?

[@DrMS96]

@@sirishch XUV 3XO Review video file 🙄

[@chetanmane1234]

How did you take the car next to the pool? 😂

[@evoIndia]

That's a secret ;)

[@R.P.88]

Better go for hycross

[@drury2d8]

These engines can easily go 5 lakh km with basic maintenance.

[@evoIndia]

Toyota supremacy!

[@sajithbisthy5277]

😢

[@susheelchandra244]

I will buy Verna at 20L which has good reliability too 🥲

[@ankitjaiswal7175]

वानर सेना के group D worker lag rhe ho

[@manik9464553855]

New camry is already launched in outer markets.