The Toyota Camry & Avalon Hybrid's Are Fuel Efficient Sedans That May Outsell The Prius

[@theredline]

Good evening guys! This is a comparison we filmed back in Oct 2019 with Tommy from The Fast Lane Car, we filmed this BEFORE we drove the Avalon and Camry TRD which both of those videos are already posted so please click on the link in the description if you want to watch one of those. While Toyota does not disclose sales figures of the Camry and Avalon Hybrid's on their own, in 2019 Toyota sold about 336,000 Camry's in America and about 27,000 Avalon's. In contract, Toyota moved about 69,000 Prius's, do you think both of these two hybrid sedans outsold the Prius last year?

[@phuckhugh2698]

Big Wheels on a hybrid is a bad idea. you get worse gas mileage. Tehy should give them smaller wheels. Even in the high end trims.

[@ttgamer8850]

@@phuckhugh2698 nice name

[@spiralnapkin]

There should be no apostrophe in "hybrids" in the title (also some extras in your comment, but the title is what attracts people. Little more important). Love your videos!

[@bradmichael1373]

According to Automotive News US vehicle production chart in their Jan 20 issue, 2019 Camry Hybrid total production was 29,993 and Avalon Hybrid was 8,233. Assuming only units assembled in US were sold in the US, that’s about 38,000 units sold in US.

[@brendaf6489]

Redline Reviews Toyota = Reliable

[@Liger._King]

You forgot to mention that the Avalon has automatic tilt telescoping steering versus the Camry, which has manual adjustable. But as always, beautiful review of my favorite brand. Redline Review rocks! Sofyan does an excellent job ALL THE TIME! Well done!

[@rightlanehog3151]

Unless you are opting for the TRD Editions of these cars, the Hybrid is the clear choice. The MPG is fantastic for such large cars.

[@abdullahbinshahid3199]

The wood trim in the Avalon is actually real

[@tonymai1844]

I think they are all hard plastic and glossy wood color painted. They make it more shiny and sell it more money. But it is all what you paid for.

[@texan903]

@@tonymai1844 The Avalon wood trim is from Yamaha, it is genuine.

[@Jdogg4089]

@@texan903 Are you sure it's genuine? How do you know?

[@texan903]

@@Jdogg4089 Because it is. You can do your own research to satisfy your skepticism.

[@calikali8811]

Jdogg4089 it’s real wood you jack.

[@BrogeKilrain]

I’m an European buyer but recently rented a Camry and was very impressed. But Prius owners please keep right , thank you 🙏🏼

[@del_paco.64]

Wow, I never see blue Camrys. It actually looks pretty good! The Avalon looks like it’s about to give a nice big Kirby succ, with that grill. I do like it, though 👍🏽

[@shakirriaz5054]

2i Electric blue offered in SE models. I almost got it but went for burgundy pearl for my wife. Wished I have gotten a hybrid. Lot better city mileages.

[@karaygeoushearts]

Thanks for the comparison. These are two of my favorite hybrids. I’m really excited for the AWD versions of the Camry and Avalon Toyota will launch this year. I can’t wait for your review. 🥰

[@nicholasartuso4698]

The Avalong grill can be a little bit bigger....

[@Datsun7705]

turn the whole front end into a grille good idea

[@Sam-mw5hx]

It got braces lol

[@gevorgnazaryan8720]

Nicholas Artuso 🤣

[@NileshR12]

Nicholas Artuso These comments 😂

[@AYouTubeChannelwithNoName]

Avalong?

[@mrjjthor]

The Rav4 prime will be the final nail in the coffin for the Prius once it comes out.

[@jeffwarren1547]

And its only a matter of time before we get "PRIME" versions of all their hybrids... including these.

[@PP-qj1ez]

Prius is already dead. Prius prime will be dead after Rav4 prime is born!

[@teotoniobass6681]

So true but sad to say

[@panzer_TZ]

I think the current regular RAV4 Hybrid is the final nail. The RAV4 Prime is nice, but its going to cost a lot more than Prius.

[@PP-qj1ez]

@@panzer_TZ why ppl always forget abt the federal n state credits for Rav4 prime? Initially it may effectively be even cheaper than rav4 hybrid.

[@BanBiofuels]

The grill on the Avalon is too small. Can't they figure out a way to make it bigger?

[@maquipax]

Christopher Calder 😂😂

[@texan903]

Though large cars are selling fewer in general, it's partly the grill that is causing a low sales total of 27,000 for 2019.

[@josemercado7228]

Did anyone notice the person in the red car at 15:00 was looking at these 2 like wierdos

[@PP-qj1ez]

Rofl .. nice catch! That red sonata guy was actually getting ready for drag race with hybrid camry!

[@PP-qj1ez]

Hey there Tommy. Yeah Sofyan .. Tommy is old school. His glasses are also old school. And I love there channel. I actually love the fact that Tommy is mostly driving the old school cars and his father is taking on the latest ones always.

[@shakirriaz5054]

Good to see you both together. Pleasant surprise. 👍👍

[@edwardramos9666]

Nice to see the 2 person review. It gives us more personality.

[@swasho2939]

Fun fact: the Camry Hybrid SE is *0.5 seconds quicker* than the gas Camry SE in 0-60 and *almost double the MPG* (44 MPG vs 28 MPG)

[@willyjibo659]

The Avalon his my choice car....the leg room is good for my long leg....

[@305ssmonte5]

Very helpful videos. I am 58 years old. I would pick the Avalon based on your review.

[@Superfastjellyfish669]

Tommy is looking really handsome lately

[@miguelircontar]

GiovanniLACA17XD he’s always been a hot nerd 😀

[@bradleywatkins17]

I know 🤤🤤

[@robyoungquist5803]

Is Tommy dateable?

[@Superfastjellyfish669]

@@miguelircontar im glad im not the only one who thinks so

[@hennpaul]

He knows who Glenn Miller is!

[@hothotheat3000]

I got the Avalon Hybrid Limited as an upgrade from my old Corolla and I love it. It’s a smooth, quiet ride. Really comfortable to drive and passengers always comment on how comfortable they are, too. It’s got a lot of safety features, the tech is easy to use, and it’s easy and inexpensive to maintain. The only thing that makes me a little nuts is that if I’m pulling into a steep driveway, I have to remember to creep or the bottom of the car will get scuffed up. The front also looks like a whale about to eat some krill. Otherwise, best car I’ve ever had.

[@psychiatry-is-eugenics]

10:11 - say hi tommy 🤣

[@koseichampollion3348]

And then he doesn't let him, lmao

[@JamesRussoMillas]

Sofyan I love how you use these comparison videos as collab videos as well. Love seeing other channels I subscribe to randomly appear on your videos!

[@paulm6481]

Great review. You two should do more together, great chemistry

[@tapper701]

Toyota moving forward in hybrid technology !!! Cheers !

[@twfinc6855]

Im 6' 5" tall, used to own many toyotas in the past but in the last few years they have cut so much headroom out of them the only model I fit in now is a highlander..

[@twfinc6855]

@Thomas Borisov yup... I had a 2002 camry bought new, then the next gen I couldnt fit... Sat in a avalon last week, didnt fit, camry either.. I like the new camry styling etc,... Also the Rav4 I fit in my dads 2017 no problem, went to look at the new one out this year and they cut the headroom over an inch... i dont fit so we bought a Honda CRV.

[@billyshannon6454]

I looooove love when you have other reviewers with you. Tommy offered up a lot of good points. Don't worry Soyfan, your great all by yourself too!

[@ericolens3]

*you're

[@billyshannon6454]

@@ericolens3 I hate when I do that!!

[@JamesR1986]

I've been wanting to get a hybrid sedan as my next car. This video is a big help

[@PP-qj1ez]

Prius started the Hybrid revolution and for almost 2 decades, had no real competition. But unfortunately it just couldn't cope with the modern needs. This is why other vehicles in toyota lineup - camry, avalon and rav4 hybrids are born to take the hybrid march ahead!

[@worldofai-games1036]

There's also a Highlander hybrid and Corolla also got a hybrid too. That ate up some of Prius sales.

[@dualityofman1253]

The Camry SE's styling is better, but the Avalon is much nicer inside. More comfortable seats, higher quality leather, better sound system & better ride quality.

[@kelllessley4017]

Toyota designing these cars like “hmmm not enough grille”

[@normt5463]

"...We purchased the Camry for $26,968 and traded it in for $13,000, about 2.5 years later and with over 42K miles on the odometer. These miles were well above average and affected the Camry's trade-in value. That said, we could've easily gotten a few grand more on the private market if we would have sold it ourselves. Profit versus convenience is something owners have to decide for themselves. It ultimately equated to 51.8% depreciation. However, it is difficult to compare this outcome directly to the result for any other long-term car because we typically keep a long-termer for just 12 months or so. Edmund's longterm

[@codtide]

I have a 2018 Prius 3 Touring. I average 53mpg all day every day and I don't baby it. I wanted a hatchback commuter car with good mpg's. Yeah the styling of the Prius is kinda weird but you get over it when your monthly fuel bill is 1/3 of what it use to be.

[@garrettbrainis]

I have a 2003 Avalon XLS and it still remains to be the best cruiser. No vibrations inside and feels like the same well-built vehicle it was 17 years ago. Auto head lights, auto windshield wipers, leather, and sunroof? What more could you need?

[@lexusambassador]

Great review!! I am looking at ES hybrid, and would be very keen on a comparison between loaded ES hybrid and Avalon LTD hybrid please

[@Sun_Tzu_Official]

To sum up this channel: If the door sound solid when closed = you should automatically buy it.

[@brynnleahnayvieghlaykynnn6175]

And if there’s soft touch materials on the door panels and dashboard

[@Noah-ui1iu]

I don’t get why the Avalon doesn’t get a lockable glove box but the Camry and all previous gen Avalon’s do. Also the grill is ridiculous.

[@stonesbones9356]

Awesome review! I just purchased a 2020 Camry and I'm pleased to report that the 2020 has Android Auto.

[@ajjax89]

Should do Avalon hybrid vs es350 hybrid

[@USMCAllTheWay]

I agree with Tommy. Comfortable seats, quiet ride and super reliable 👌

[@gustavokennedy213]

I driven Avalons in my life time. I actually prefer current generation Avalon. I also have driven the Camry. I prefer the model before this one. Overall good cars

[@dygardion9130]

I’m buying the corolla hybrid in the next few months It’s almost the same size inside to the Camry and thousands less and has more goodies that I like! And I can’t afford the Avalon Lmao Also I think Toyota will go the way Honda did with the insight and make it normal looking

[@GencoupeVan]

Yea the Corolla hybrid is definitely the best deal out of the lineup. Also has more features for some odd reason. In Canada the Corolla has heated steering wheel but the Camry doesn't.

[@Datsun7705]

dygardion 91 you sir are going the right direction

[@dygardion9130]

Ppappple i wish that was an option in the states 😂😂

[@805NAVE]

18:25 I’m 18 and I love cars that can be Old man ish lol! My first car I still have it 2006 Lexus ES330 it’s just sublime. I can cruise on the 15 on my way to Vegas at like 85-90 in absolute silence with the buttery smooth ride quality it’s like floating on a cloud. Not a single rattle or vibration and the V6 is absolutely bullet proof and buttery smooth and quiet. I bought it immaculate condition with 180,000 miles on it and now I have 230,000 and it’s literally brand freakin new. Immaculate condition inside and out and I pamper it lol. It’s fully loaded with all the bells and whistles. I love love love the power rear sunshade at night when people are behind you with the headlights shining in. Also it’s got the sport or comfort suspension button, voice controlled navigation and touchscreen infotainment system that works flawlessly and is easy to use for me. Mark Levi son premium audio system sounds SUPERB! The 17 inch 6 spoke chrome rims look very attractive. It also has heated and COOLED front seats still working flawlessly. I converted all the turn signals to LED and put in the relay so it doesn’t hyper flash and that’s it. Best car ever I’m never gonna sell this beautiful car

[@joa8593]

The thing is the Prius is the only hatch hybrid in the line. Toyota decided against bringing the wagon Corolla hybrid or the CHR hybrid to the US so you have to go all the way up to a RAV if you want a reasonable trunk and it's definitely a very different vehicle.

[@richicamacho7989]

I love the Avalon for some reason

[@Arnold_X3]

2:55 - AVALON is the FLAGSHIP in Toyota's USA / North American Lineup.. Japan / Asia has the awesome TOYOTA CROWN, TOYOTA MARK X .. and a whole bunch of Lexii that used to be Toyota's (CELSIOR, etc).. and whatever that presidential Toyota was... The equivalent of the Rolls-Royce

[@worldofai-games1036]

You're talking about the Toyota Century. Toyota doesn't intend that vehicle to be sold in export markets and built it primarily for the Japanese government. If you wanted a Toyota Crown, you can consider looking at the Lexus LS or LC which both use the same chassis as the new Crowns. The Crown is near equivalent to the Lexus GS, but is slowly being phased out. The reason Toyota used so many names for the Lexus vehicles like the Celsior and the Windom was because Toyota didn't introduce the Lexus brand to Japan until 2006.

[@philzee2]

Due to peoples love of SUVs large sedans like the Avalon are not selling. You can easily get 6 K off MSRP which is great for and old fart like me. Thinking of trading my Crown Vic for an Avalon. Plus my favorite old fart song is Avalon by Roxy Music. Can’t lose.

[@richardrybarczyk5522]

I like the Avalon but feel the front end looks too big with that grill. Other than that the Avalon would be my choice. Prefer the grill of the Camry with the exception of the flat black accent. Prefer chrome but I’m an old coot so maybe the younger crowd like that.

[@Datsun7705]

personally i’ll take the camry se hybrid because it’s lighter and it’s big enough for my size.

[@EMichaelBall]

The Camry XLE hybrid is better because of that 360-degree camera. Very long and intricate explanation into why that camera's so important, but if you knew what I know, you'd get the XLE hybrid (a Model 3 with the Full Self Driving option would be better from a depreciation perspective), or just keep what you have.

[@Unchainedmaple888]

Camry SE definitely looks better but for the price it definitely should have come with full LED headlights and LED taillights like you'd get with even the base Honda Accord Hybrid.

[@jkav5062]

Agree

[@SillyAddiction]

Did you know that starting in 2021, that the Camry and the Avalon are going to have All-Wheel Drive for the base motors.

[@CapELarry]

Ventilated seats are now an option on the 2020 Camry. They’re included in a package on the top trim.

[@misterfpico]

Awesome to see two of my favorite channels come together!! More please!!

[@billyshannon6454]

If the Avalon's grill were a dark smoked chrome it would look hands down better than the Camry. I'm starting to warm up to it especially when you draw your eye away from the grill as your looking at the headlights which are actually a great shape and design. Its just hard to see it against the grill.

[@nilbog1998]

Love the crossover The Bey Bomb and Tom Bomb my two favorite car channels!!!

[@danielcrown1084]

Great review guys!!👍👍

[@MiguelRPD]

The Avalon's grill looks nice in _this trim_ only.

[@evnir485]

What's the color on the avalon ?

[@Flop1014U]

Can you review the Lexus ES Hybrid.

[@805NAVE]

I love the Avalon!!! Always have!! Camry has my respect too! And this coming from a Lexus ES and LS owner.

[@adnanamin3068]

Coming from nissan sunny owner, oh wow

[@805NAVE]

Adnan Amin Nissan sunny?

[@swasho2939]

wow the SE hybrid has the JBL speaker option now? hmm

[@jkav5062]

I notice that as well

[@jxmar_]

Swa Sho he drove the XLE hybrid. This SE hybrid had the Audio package

[@swasho2939]

@@jkav5062 yea my bad looks like he was driving the Camry XLE Hybrid (you can tell by the wood trim and leather seats). the car on display in the beginning at 6:04 was the SE Hybrid (silver trim and no JBL logo)

[@h011yw00d]

I love Toyota Camry's because they sell so many, you will always have access to inexpensive parts and Toyotas have reliability compared to european and american cars. I decided to avoid hybrids because the batteries just add more for you to be worried about when it is out of warranty. If the batteries go bad, you're looking at 4-5k to replace them. Whatever you save in gas in the end becomes a liability and people considering buying the car when it has 100k plus miles will hold that against you (even if there is a warranty to 150k or 10 years). I like the Avalon's limited interior, it does look nicer than the Camry. I would go with an XLE Camry so it has all the luxuries --- leather, nav, sunroof, V6, smart key, push to start. It's pretty much a Lexus in luxury but way more reliable since there is more access to parts.

[@TalismanPHX]

Definitely the Avalon. Its a discount priced Lexus ES. The rear seating is much more spacious and comfortable. I prefer the upscale interior of the Avalon

[@naveenkrishnamurthy7576]

FYI you cannot get a pano roof on any Avalon. Plus the Avalon has real wood. And you can’t get parking sensors on the se. plus the XLE hybrid Camry has soft rear doors.

[@SpiderKnight]

I’ll say hi on Tommy’s behalf. “Hi” I love both channels

[@Knicks3005]

I want a hybrid because I deliver food for a living but the Prius is so slow I can’t tell which car I want but this video helped me decide

[@cadenbrigstocke6043]

15:59 he said "bye sonata" lmaoo

[@AYouTubeChannelwithNoName]

Bye Hyundai!

[@gregkramer5588]

Nice job once again!

[@davidlong1182]

You guys reviews are better when u two work together. Thank you for the detailed info!

[@jupham4771]

You two make a great team. Team up more please.

[@Judedudenkelly2]

I like the Avalon's style and extra comfort like the ventilated seats and the beautiful dash 👍🥂

[@boggy7665]

I just can't warm to the front end on Toyotas. The rest... good to see Toyota is becoming more than a reliability buy.

[@Kindness808]

I love that Tommy is here! Surprise! :-) Nice job with the reviews.

[@socalbenny4728]

Can you do a comparison review of the 2020 Sonata 2.5, Toyota Camry 2.5, and Honda Accord 1.5t ?

[@Datsun7705]

Honda’s 1.5t has an oil dilution problem

[@MicMaine]

That Avalon is really nice!!

[@ks1ngh27]

Remote start, heated steering wheel and memory seats is a must on top trims.

[@stephenhendricks103]

Camry dash design? Reminds me of a 1930's Flash Gordon movie serial spaceship. The Avalon grill? Obviously derived from Big Mouth Billy Bass. Not familiar? Try Google. As far as a comparison between the two, I suspect the Avalon and Camry aren't cross-shopped very often. The Camry has stiff competition from the Accord, the Mazda6, and most recently the new Sonata along with others.. The Avalon, on the other hand, is in a very small and shrinking mainstream "full size" category that (off the top of my head) includes Nissan Maxima, the aging Chrysler 300 and the KIA Cadenza. Not exactly serious rivals. Personally, I'd take the Honda 2.0L turbo Accord or the Mazda6 (Signature) over the V6 XSE Camry. But if I were shopping in the full size category, the Avalon takes it.

[@JJustinXu]

RAV4!!!! 450,889 units. 25% hybrid sales.

[@kennethrosario6706]

Awesome review

[@olddog2706]

18:36 it’s funny how Soyfan compared Tommy to his dad cuz I watched TFC show before and I thought the same thing lol

[@paulm6481]

King Toyota, can’t go wrong with anything they make.

[@davidb.3786]

If you were an older person and about to retire which would you prefer to purchase as your last vehicle between these two. Thanks

[@kwokchow1003]

In the 2019 model, the Camry SE and XLE models came with NiMH batteries versus the Li-ion battery in the LE model. In the 2020 models, they all have Li-ion batteries according to the Toyota website. Each battery type has their pros and cons but I believe Li-ion is better. Why they gave the more expensive models the cheaper battery doesn't make sense. Anyway, they fixed that difference. Can someone confirm?

[@shervin199907]

Lexus gsf is the best car made by toyota/lexus

[@gengstar09]

💯💯💯

[@jimmypena2442]

I agree but it's a complete different class.

[@Anthony-dk7de]

Nah, it drives bad. I’ve driven one/been driven in it. Needs more HP for a mid size sedan. Lexus IS F on the other hand is a more fun car.

[@shervin199907]

Anthony D. Bruh I own one. It does 0-60 in 4.3 seconds and is on par with previous gen bmw M5. And Im more a porsche fan so what does that say about the gsf?

[@shervin199907]

Jimmy Peña what car is that on ur profile?

[@rjbiker66]

You two guys work well together.

[@HLC64]

Like both the Avalon and Camry front end. Unique. Nissan and Mitsubishi are following Agree?

[@alexg7037]

I wish I knew when y’all are visiting certain places!! Definitely should set up a meet and greet!!! - Kernersville,NC

[@Argedis]

Tommy and Sofyan make a great team!

[@coolandmellow]

Where is the ceramic coating you were endorsing and you had discount coupons pls

[@sparemethedramatics1629]

Is it hard for older people to get in and out of these lower cars?

[@Simoneishere-12]

I wanna say you probably have more Camry reviews than any other car .

[@Brazillianboi69]

215 Hp on a hybrid?? Wtf it’s faster than my 5 cylinder Jetta lmao

[@gennaro4941]

My 2019 LE Hybrid Camry get's 54.2 MPG.. been up to 55mpg..but hasn't gone lower than 54mpg since i've owned it...way better than any Prius.. was thinking of getting the Avalon..that gets 43mpg...but i'm sure i could squeeze a little more out of the Avalon... Avalon Hybrid almost 40k..vs Camry LE Hyrbrid..28k...Hmmm...If you got the Money..Go for it..if not get the Camry..I love mine!!

[@СараВерман]

Please review Toyota Camry xle hybrid vs Honda Accord touring hybrid. It will be very interesting! Many people do not know which car to choose from these two.Thanks

[@MsTriniK]

Not sure if Toyota offers pano sunroof and quad exhaust on the Camry XSE 4CYL, do they? If not would really nice for those who don't want a V6.

[@christianalvarez1498]

I feel like the channel would be even better if you started filming in 4K! Just a suggestion! 😁

[@tonyren.tr5]

Hey Sofyan, what model will be the next Honda review?

[@CalvinHikes]

Why am I always sweatin the Avalon!?

[@JJ-cg3rn]

I believe the Avalon Limited also has a driver’s side dimming mirror. I don’t think the Camry offers this...

[@ianpolo5673]

Now that the updated Camry is out. This Avalon centre console design looks way better than the Camry, which looks after-thought. Pre-lift Camry centre console was much needed but somehow Toyota screw it up for the facelift model. In the end, it's Avalon for me anytime.

[@philzee2]

Since in general people do not want large sedans Avalon’s are being greatly discounted. Now I can finally trade my senior friendly Crown Vic for a new ride !!

[@jayson0351]

Why did you compare the lowest model carry to the highest model avalon?