Should You Buy a 2025 Toyota Camry? Is it REALLY All New? Thorough Mechanic's Review

[@mpwwildman]

I bought 0w 8 at Walmart for $27 5 quarts

[@MagicBrownMan]

this needs to be up higher. I came here to say the same thing.

[@LazerSparrows]

Good to hear

[@happykt]

You are correct! Mobil 1 Advanced Fuel Economy Full Synthetic Motor Oil 0W-8, 5 Quart at Walmart

[@superbros1690]

Eventually these cars can run on water lmao

[@TEAMWRIGHTEOUS]

Bought mine at Walmart and toyota filter at the dealer(actually cheaper than Walmart).

[@Shizzle700]

I'm so glad you don't sugar coat stuff like other reviewers.

[@BigHawgSwinga]

Car Care Nut is one of the only people on KZbin I trust to give an honest and extremely in-depth review.

[@creyes4182]

Yeah even things lie the type of oil it takes. Oil changes are gonna be real expensive, and it’s every 3-5k miles so it does add up. I really like the new design but I might go previous gen and save some money since I’m getting a Camry within a few months.

[@marcellaforest5730]

Great comment. It would be great for customers if most cars were reviewed in depth like he does.

[@mannygi1977]

What year is the previous gene? ​@@creyes4182

[@worldhello1234]

@@marcellaforest5730 Stop glazing. Most reviewers ain't mechanics and focus more on the consumer perspective. That is the difference.

[@kevinwaters1197]

I bought one three weeks ago and love it. I have now own three Camry's and love the line. This one is fully loaded. has everything I ever wanted in a Camry. I bought a 2025 Camry XSE.

[@simpledude5974]

Congratulations brother!

[@alexmh1139]

What did you pay for it??

[@kevinwaters1197]

@@alexmh1139 $39,700 it is the Camry XSE AWD HYBRID.

[@grandpa7278]

I have the 2024 XLE V6, took me 3months to figure out the cruise control. btw, 42,700. I've no idea if got good deal.

[@Clearanceman2]

Kudos to Toyota for still making cars. Not everyone wants a crossover. Or not everyone wants to own only crossovers.

[@chibbyylol]

Sedans you mean

[@JamaicanMeCrazy]

I'll thank them when they bring back wagons. That signia is more Lexus like in price and it's lifted. Bring a real one and the real ones will buy em

[@michaelvang3034]

And not everyone wants a hybrid only option car….RIP 2018-2024 Camry.

[@josiahbates8962]

@@michaelvang3034 with emissions getting as strict as they are in the states, toyota couldn't really make a profitable car like the camry ICE only, im all for hybrid, better reliability, more torque and better economy. blame emissions, not toyota

[@krawieck]

@@JamaicanMeCrazy they are available in europe. corolla and auris have wagon versions. camry is sedan-only

[@DANNYN224]

Nice video 98 Camry owner here with 367,221 miles still going strong

[@BigD481]

This Camry is hybrid only though. So I don’t think you can go 24 years with this one without changing the hybrid battery. Wonder how much that would cost.

[@BB-nw3mj]

@@BigD481 $3000-3500

[@charliecharlie9787]

,, Hyundai battery is $9800.00​@@BigD481

[@nostradamus7648]

​@@BigD481 With advances in technology every few years, it should be a value proposition every 8-10 years.

[@BigD481]

@@BB-nw3mj not cheap

[@loungelizard3922]

After much research, and watching a lot of your videos, I bought a well looked after 2015 non-hybrid Camry Sx earlier this year and I do not regret it one bit. I'm a normal guy with a normal job and this was the first car I've owned that cost more than $3,000. I bought it at 96,000km and hope to get it to 250,000km like the 2002 Camry I had before it. Yours is the best auto channel imo

[@ounceofrespect8341]

I can't like your content enough! It's so refreshing to see TRUE mechanical knowledge being shared on KZbin. Keep up the great work CCN!

[@chris_g_nixon]

The ONLY Camry review I value! Immensely thorough, and not just a simple gloss over 😂

[@notsodelusional]

CCN knows that we’ve been waiting for this.

[@denisdizdar704]

As owner of 2024 Camry XLE ICE 4 cylinder engine, I am glad Ahmed got to review this new generation, and as usual AMD will deliver it in most honest way possible that no other KZbinr does.

[@mrdisco1]

How do you find the power in the 4 cylinder?

[@cerny4444]

We had been wanting to buy one of these but I couldn’t find any review from you Ahmed. I held my breath and bought one this week. What a relief to see this today!! Perfect timing!! Thanks

[@bigpapi9223]

I bought a 25 Camry SE 2 months ago. Love it so far. Averaging 48 mpg. Also got a great deal on it bought it for $28,500!

[@joshua9073]

That deal is a screamer

[@EB-nz1qv]

Nice

[@jerzeedivr]

Yea right, I was Quoted 36-37K.

[@dmiolesh]

@@jerzeedivrthat’s how much mine was and I got it last week 😮

[@richscott2483]

A 2025 Camry LE Hybrid wouldn't last 5 years. The Bottom of the Barrel or lowest Trim level always breaks down after the Basic Warranty Expires. A fully loaded 2025 Camry XSE Hybrid FWD has an MSRP of nearly $42,000 and AWD would be $43,500. I despise Hybrids and EVs and don't care about MPG. For myself, "ICE", is the only way to go! I own a 2023 Camry XSE V6 fully loaded MSRP of $41,305 and paid OTD $39,800 incl. Sales Tax, Registration, Plates, and all fees.

[@rockygambina312]

Wow, this is the first review video I’ve seen it takes 0W-8. Thank you for your unique review that brings up these important things others don’t.

[@4af]

Not important because 2025 Camry hybrid owners manuals outside of the USA tell owners they can use any viscosity from 0W-8 to 10W-30.

[@JD-yx7be]

@@4af those might use different piston rings and other parts which can effect which oil to use.

[@todd5082]

Yep, it’s to squeeze the last drop of mpg by using the thinnest oil possible. The owners manual says u can use other weight oils. Same engine that’s sold in other countries.

[@landshass2849]

Let alone the gas saving, the hybrid Camry drives better than the regular Camry. Believe me. 333K miles on the clock as of today on my Camry Hybrid LE with no issues at all.

[@jonathanratliff4780]

That is so cool….yes!

[@truegrizzlesfan2292]

It's a nice car but the better gas mileage doesn't make a huge difference to trade in any 8th generation for the latest one. Just to go in debt. Nice try. I see why people stay in debt. If you are not buying car to get in debt not talking about you all

[@marcelpatel9017]

Still enjoying my 2005 Camry. With over 300,000 miles. 20 years and still going.

[@imnotusingmyrealname4566]

Hybrids are the most horrible driving experience I've ever had. I can't believe like you who claim they are good to drive.

[@imnotusingmyrealname4566]

How do you know what the other one drives when you have 333k miles on your car

[@NoorquackerInd]

Can't wait to buy this in 15 years with 200,000 miles and love it to death

[@twrcrew8852]

it may not be the case for any new car to think this as you used to be able to on the older ones. there's parts engineered beyond reliability like the plastic valve cover. in 15 years the valve cover will be prone to cracking if you push on it too hard. I'm sure heat from oil and pressure in the head will work that out itself too.

[@bobochan4699]

Using 0w8 i don't think it will go that far.

[@thiefrules]

Don't forget to budget extra 4 grand for hybrid battery replacements + labor

[@richscott2483]

My same thoughts, wait 15 years then buy a 9th Gen Camry. It will probably have a Dead Battery and faulty Electric Motors. But almost everything else will work providing you can find a replacement battery.

[@JD-yx7be]

@@richscott2483 many people are buying 15+ year old Prius with dead traction battery replace it and sell for a small profit. It is only a 4 hour job to replace and can be done without any specialty tools

[@badhombre8383]

I love mine. It’s so great. Went from a 15 Tacoma getting 19mpg to this I’ve been able to achieve 58.9 mpg over 168 miles.

[@Kamal_AL-Hinai]

Wow

[@stoundingresults]

My 95 nissan truck is getting about 22 mpg, my 2011 mazda 3 gets 35-40mpg. It does annoy me keeping the truck's tank full.

[@bjsimon802]

how do you like the drive?

[@tuvoca825]

Really? Huh.... 😏🤨

[@elijahrose7913]

Nice. I've only gotten to 57

[@karendash3274]

I’m still driving my 2010 gas Camry which I bought brand new. This car has never missed an oil change, and it gets its rust proofing yearly. This car has never given me any trouble and it will quite possibly be the last car I own…yes I’ve installed a rear camera and remote car starter…I drive with my eyes open so who needs the lane sensors? The only thing to give out on this car was the gas struts for the hood..it opens fine, but won’t stay up.. so I use a stick to keep it propped open and the auxiliary channel is no longer working on the stereo I LOVE my car… and the BEST thing about it is…IT’S PAID FOR!!!😊💕💕

[@beastboy-io4uh]

those struts are 40 dollars on amazon and can be changed with a flathead screwdriver, just dont slip and scratch the paint near the clips, i did that and spent more time with the touch up paint than the strut replacement itself .

[@BigD481]

You are right, we really don’t need lane sensors, however, those emergency braking systems are a god send. No matter how good a driver you are, there are poor drivers out there who will change lanes into yours and then suddenly brake. 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@timjohnson4290]

These 10+ year old Camry's are still fun to drive! Our purchased new '11 with 134,000 miles on it is garaged, regular 5,000 mile oil changes, a radiator, belts and hoses, tires, and a $20 driver visor replaced. It has been on several coast to coast road trips and performs flawlessly at highway speeds. With little pressure on the gas pedal it accelerates from 65MPH to 80MPH to get around semi's hogging the middle lane on the interstates. Our aftermarket Kenwood entertainment screen provides apple CarPlay without a removable tablet looking screen on the newer Camry's. Sounds like if this '11 ever fails we will have a great option with the new Camry's! I also love my struts on the hood, and have asked the Toyota dealers that I have visited for oil changes, if they would put the struts on for free to sell me a new Camry - their response = YES!

[@cuttheknot4781]

$27.98 0W8 at Walmart for 5 quarts of Mobile 1. I just did a quick check and it looks legit. However, this was not a kind move by Toyota as customers should not have to sweat an oil change. Great review, as always. Thank you.

[@jamesclark5461]

Own a 2009 Camry Hybrid with 210K miles. I look forward to buying a used 2025 in 2045 with over $220K. An absolute home run for Toyota. Thanks for your honest review.....others try but I trust your deep dive on this one. May God bless you and the workers at your shop. You are doing a mighty work helping all of us keep our machines running down the road!

[@clintadkisson]

You will probably be living in the Matrix in 2045. Do you have any idea just how much the world is going to change in the next 20 years?? The Law of Accelerating Returns. Check it out.

[@lescobrandon3047]

I just bought this car in metalic white, replacing my metalic white 2006 Avalon Limited. The handling is excellent and I am not used to such low fuel usage. Room inside is much tighter than my old Avalon, but i still like it. Thanks for the info in this video.

[@DanielleM-re6df]

I just got my 25 Camry and I LOVE IT great gas mileage good quality

[@MrMustangrick]

What is your gas mileage?

[@dorianness2280]

How much did you pay. I just bout an LE and paid 28468

[@imnotusingmyrealname4566]

Gas mileage is mediocre for a hybrid.

[@chibbyylol]

@@imnotusingmyrealname4566folks are getting low to high 50s. That’s stellar

[@techten1012]

What was your drive out price?​@@dorianness2280

[@fireguy615]

I have a 2000 Lexus GS400 and I was parked next to a new Camry the other day and that thing was bigger than my GS400 😳. Amazing.

[@daemonsilver3304]

The GS and IS have always been smaller than the 8th Gen Camry. The IS is closer in size to the Corolla. And the GS is almost the size of the Camry. The LS is, of course, the size of the Avalon or so, being the Lexus flagship sedan.

[@curedham2963]

Yea i just got one and its crazy how much space there is and the cargo space is INSANE in the trunk.

[@ryandoyle4344]

CAFE: make bigger, no fuel improvement needed

[@rea1m_]

@@daemonsilver3304LS is larger than avalon, avalon is similar to ES in size

[@falconxlc]

in 30 years all sedans will be the size of a stretch limo

[@johanhermida6505]

Thanks!

[@mindspinn311]

The 2025 base LE Camry has 16 inch alloy wheels, fabric seats, and gets over 60mpg real world. It’s near perfection for me. Only an old V6 LE manual would be superior.

[@vulcanman64]

I love your show. You appear to be a good decent man and honesty goes a long way with your viewers and subscribers. Keep up the good work and hopefully many more videos to come.

[@curedham2963]

I just bought a 2025 Camry SE in the reservoir blue with accessories etc, id say for the price its an absolute steal and the little details are amazing like at night if you walk near the car the interior lights automatically come on or the trunk jam lights up at night etc. I got a camry instead of the new mustang GT, i absolutely love this car and its made SOOOOO WELL.

[@byronargueta1026]

A steal 😂 😂

[@connor3288]

Sadly I think the camry may now be better looking than the mustang...

[@aonforme3349]

A steal and for the price but shares no numbers? Thanks for giving us a heads up to relative analysis.

[@curedham2963]

@@aonforme3349 google it if you’re worried….

[@walpoleandworcester]

I hope one day, sedans make a big comeback. They are underrated and compared to other classes of vehicle, much more affordable to have. I am happy Toyota and Honda have continued to make them. I am a Civic driver myself, but at the time, the Camry SE woulda still been one of my top choices.

[@mikeboatright5349]

We have a RAV4 now but I really miss our 2018 Camry. Just something about a 4 door sedan and with the Camry you got a lot for your money. Great car for road trips and just really nice cabin to be in for long drives.

[@nemesis656]

@@mikeboatright5349 I've got both now and I agree with you. Although with kids I do find it easier to put them in the RAV4 simply because of the height. I am 6'2 with a bad back.

[@paulstejskal]

I saw a KZbin where a newer Civic (not SI or anything) outran a cop car going 100 or something on an off ramp. Of course the driver was very good, but holy crap.

[@jimmurray8483]

Toyota Avalon remains my absolute favorite Toyota vehicle ever made. Such an amazing car, especially when well-maintained. I have a friend with an 09 with over 450k miles and still runs like a dream

[@mplslawnguy3389]

I hope one day, regular cars will make a comeback. Every new car review I watch makes me hate them more and more. I want a N/A, non-hybrid engine with a manual transmission. Why can't they at least give people like me that option? There are far more people like me than they realize.

[@TeamCGC98]

I've had my 2025 Camry XSE AWD in black for about a month. It's been an amazing car. Drives smooth. Sport mode gives it a jolt - plenty of power. Adaptive cruise is awesome. Interior looks impressive and materials feel high quality. EV mode in parking lots and quiet residential areas is great - using it way more than I thought. Looks low-key money in black with black badges IMO. I thought the gas mileage would be a bit better. If you drive like an angel it's great. But drive somewhat aggressive, it gets less impressive. Overall I'm so happy I bought one. I enjoy driving and looking at it. On top of that, my dealer got me the "dealer demo" so I was one of the first in Canada to take delivery of a 2025 Camry XSE AWD. Couldn't ask for more.

[@JeffSpehar-ov1cn]

After a whole month? I hope so.

[@oliverramclam6009]

Change that break in oil out

[@SandyLindenthal]

I just bought my 2025 Toyota Camry 1 month ago and I love it! 💙💙💙

[@kmathur1]

I love the hilarious deprecating comments about the "microfiber towel" interior - priceless 😀

[@richardstone5241]

I have a 1997 Camry that has never had a single part put in it other than normal maintenance (brakes, plugs etc.). It runs like new. I have no intention of ever buying electric or a hybrid car. Also, I use Full Synthetic Valvoline 5W-30 oil year round even in my 2012 4Runner. NO PROBLEMS!

[@MrMustangrick]

Yes keep it until it blows up. Which may be never.

[@ChicagoRob2]

The Toyota Sienna cab that recently took us to the airport had 435K miles on it.

[@jonahharrison3154]

My 1997 Camry just hit 300,000 miles

[@ChicagoRob2]

@@jonahharrison3154 Just getting broken-in!

[@beverlyquintela2754]

You have one of the best generations of Camrys Keep it

[@jacobmartinez8145]

Been eagerly waiting for this review. Planning on upgrading from my 01 XLE next year to probably a 25 XSE so I’m glad you uploaded this to help justify my decision!

[@swizzy8735]

“HELLO AND WELCOME” you bring so much joy with those words😊!

[@Randy58-zn4ez]

I bought a 2018 Camry Le and now have 60,000 miles on it. Never had a problem with it I just do all scheduled maintenance and keep it clean inside and out. It still looks and runs great and I plan on keeping it until the wheels fall off.

[@billdgator5051]

I bought one 4 months ago, love it. Can't beat the mileage, gets up and goes pretty good.

[@googleusergp]

Mobil 1 0W-8 is readily available through Walmart and it's about $27.47 for five quarts. I just changed the oil and filter last month on my 2024 Corolla (at 2937 miles) and the oil came within two days of me ordering it on the Walmart website. I'm fine with a hood prop rod. It doesn't break and require new struts every few years. Sometimes simple is better. I do agree, I see Toyota's cheapening of some of the small details that made them strides above the rest. I agree, that interior microfiber looks tacky.

[@BOSS-xy8op]

This Camry looks nice. My 2010 Camry with the 2.5L four cylinder with a 6 speed manual transmission has almost 270,000 miles on it and runs Great!! I can't afford these new car prices!!

[@marklintwo]

Nice! I also had a 2010 6 speed manual! Only thing was a powersteering fluid line leak (common) but cheap to fix. Also brake calipers needed to be cleaned and lubed often.The exhaust heat shields did not last. I didn't like the cup holders, nor did I like the Mack truck-like shifter. Overall, I can't complain, though. How about yours?

[@stevescott9474]

Wife's car is a 2010 Camry Hybrid. Gets 38-40mpg and has nearly 200k miles. We primarily want the AWD feature without going to a crossover. Just put a deposit on a 2025 XLE. I could do without the pano roof tho...

[@joshua9073]

@@stevescott9474I just bought an XLE with the pano roof. It’s nice but not necessary for me

[@marklintwo]

@@joshua9073 Be VERY careful with those panoramic roofs. See Car Care Nut video

[@nickpont]

I was waiting for this video for a while. Thank you! I bought an XLE specifically for the Dinamica because I LOVE the way it looks, but to each his own, and I highly respect your opinion :)

[@adrienchan2097]

Pricy? I want XLE w QP pkg, hard to find

[@nickpont]

Yeah, I ended up getting one without that package even though there was one a city over. I got everything else, though. Mild regrets. Think it was around 37.5K without that

[@dougdanzeisen9608]

Thank you, love your deep dives. Feels like I get a wonderful overview of the Camry. I agree, it's a .5 update, not all new. Except for the cheapening that's not a bad thing. Excellant narration, you get right to the point. Totally agree with you that incremental change is the way to go, in order to keep the legendary Toyota reliability.

[@todd5082]

I have one. U can buy 0w8 or 0w16 at any Walmart which is an acceptable oil according to the owner’s manual. We love the car! So quiet on the road.

[@vitreoushumor]

I appreciate your calm reviews with education

[@universalassociates6857]

Saturday afternoons watching the Car Care Nuts latest video are a highlight of my weekend.

[@joshua9073]

You might want to get out more

[@crazyguy6899]

I recently bought a 2025 Camry se. and I love it. This hybrid is one of the best driving hybrid vehicles on the market in my opinion. After 1,000 miles my only gripe with the car has to do with the interior. The b pillar driver side keeps rattling and it drives me nuts. Did some research and it seems pretty common on Toyota vehicles. My only advise is make sure you guys look out for that while you’re on the test drive. Also if anyone knows how to fix it Plz let me know

[@drakedragonir5920]

Currently have a 2020 XSE. 54K miles. Originally belonged to my dad before he got another car. Going to keep it for a couple more years. I’m keeping an eye on the 9th gen Camry as a replacement when the time comes. I’m a fan of the new Camry!

[@marcelpatel9017]

Still driving my 2005 Camry fully optioned. Solid as a tank. Over 20 years old & running smooth. Toronto, Canada

[@FJB-MAGA]

I still regret trading my 2005 for 2008 model. This is where Toyota crossed the line from real cars to junk. The Camry might still be better compared to other brands models but compared to its own legacy it's de-evolution. And if I'm paying 30K+ for a Camry I'd definitely skip it and go for a Lexus that offer pure V6 atmospheric engine, no turbo, no hybrid, no BS.

[@macdaddyp8437]

Saw one today and was quite impressed. They were chomping at the bit trying to get me to test drive and trade, but I don't need a new car OR payments. Love my Corolla SE with 6 speed manual!

[@Jet-stream898]

This guy is a world class expert

[@jacobanderson2057]

I really love my 2003 Camry. It only has 113000 miles. I have had no major issues except for routine maintenance. I can definitely get way more miles on the car. I plan to keep it for a while. Great car.

[@dreams6068]

Love my 03 too but have a 21 V6 too 😁

[@spicypineapples3823]

Any advice? Just bought a 03 Camry 95k miles and want to make it last

[@jimmurray8483]

​@@spicypineapples3823Camrys are not built for speed... they're built for reliability. Hope you got a V6, they at least have a bit of oomph to them

[@jamesdarcy3902]

I hope you have the V-6. The 2002-2004 2AZ-FE 4 bangers had lots of oil consumption issues.

[@adrienchan2097]

Which one will you get? LE w roof keyless and leather steering or XLE basic or XLE w 4760pkg?

[@dennykelch5381]

I purchased a 2025 XLE last month, and I love it it's a really great car

[@KivAknee]

I own 2005 Camry and am considering adding 2016 because my teenager needs a car. I love his explanations.

[@user-lq5yx1ke5k]

I got a 2024 V6, didn't know they we're cancelling it. Glad I did 😄

[@hanko5750]

Not ready to buy quite yet, my 2010 Camry V6 just got new paint, that 2GR is running like new. But when I do go on the "hunt" 2024 will be the cutoff year.

[@whitegoodman7465]

Right, who tf wants a 4 cylinder CTV hybrid 🤢

[@shoaib4434]

@@whitegoodman7465idk if you realized how expensive gas has become since 2022, and because of certain circumstances people can’t go full electric. 4cyl hybrids become popular because it’s for commuters who want good fuel economy. If you meant CVT by “CTV”, an eCVT is completely different from a traditional CVT. People just assume they’re the same because of the shitty naming scheme

[@ramiroescamilla7263]

@@whitegoodman7465. I am on a 2018 Camry Hibrid 110 k miles engine and transmission cero issues.best car I ever owned.

[@adeedaas]

@@whitegoodman7465It’s not mechanically similar to the Nissan grenades. It’s actually a planetary gear set. ECVT =/= Jatco CVT

[@LazerSparrows]

Literally trying to decide whether to buy a 2025 Camry hybrid or Lexus V6 this week and was starting to do research. Our old friend CCN drops this gem today. Chefs kiss.

[@MrMustangrick]

Go with the Lexus V6. Which model Lexus?

[@DarthNero]

25 avg mpg vs 50 avg mpg. Your money, your choice.

[@byronargueta1026]

V6 no regrets

[@kens97sto171]

I would say go and drive each one and decide. 0 to 60 time is not significantly different between the two. But fuel economy is almost double on the hybrid. So you'd have to decide what you value more. Slight bump in 0 to 60 for double the cost of operations? I would say if you don't drive that much or just the average amount most Americans do it probably isn't such a big deal. But if you do a whole lot of city driving particularly the hybrid is going to definitely pay dividends. If you do a whole lot of long distance highway travel it will make less difference. Friend of mine has the previous generation V6 Camry and he averages low mid-30s at highway speeds.

[@lcssay]

Lexus, better resale

[@LmP-sn6iq]

I really like your technical reviews, greetings from Germany

[@renziscool]

I just put a deposit on ours. Excited about it and hope to have it for the next 10 years if not longer. Thank you for all your videos. They're very helpful and easily the best and honest auto reviews, you are helping so many people out. God Bless!

[@joeschmoe1301]

Amd delivers the ABSOLUTE BEST auto reviews of ANYONE ANYWHERE period!!!

[@hsew]

0W-8 is available at Walmart. Mobil 1 Advanced Fuel Economy. It’s $28 for 5qt where I live.

[@RS-qz6by]

Just got my 2025 LE. LOVE it!!

[@rainmaker3948]

is the LE worth it compared to the SE trim

[@RS-qz6by]

@@rainmaker3948 I think the LE is better. Smoother ride and better MPG

[@rainmaker3948]

@@RS-qz6by thanks for the info

[@DavidNgo86]

@@RS-qz6by better MPG is due to the 16 inch wheels

[@VuNguyen-ct1oi]

Because of the Kia and Hyundai madness, I had to get rid of my old Elantra. I watched a lot of your videos before deciding to get this car 3 weeks ago. Finally, now you released a video on this model. And I'm glad even with all the unnecessary updates, you still think it's a very reliable car. Thank you so much for all of your videos! 😊

[@yrjovatanen2184]

Kiitos!

[@mcj01915]

Thank you for the honest review. Sounds like the Camry is still a great car technically, with several annoying quirks that older generations did not have, and several downgrades over the previous versions. I guess we passed the peak of best cars ever made, not just with the Camry. Glad they're still focusing on reliability, that's most important to Toyota buyers like me. That said, the Camry XLE now costs almost twice as much as what I paid for my 2014.5 Camry XLE, and just about the same as what I paid for my 2022 Avalon XLE, so you are absolutely correct that prices are getting out of control. Well, that's one more incentive to pamper the cars I have to make them last as long as possible.

[@FarmGalSal987]

Well said. Bought a 2024 XLE in May, bc the 2025 was priced 8k more.

[@mcj01915]

@@FarmGalSal987 I did essentially the same thing in 2014 - I bought the 2014.5 Camry when the dealer had already started receiving the 2015 model, so I got a much better price than I otherwise would have.

[@JD-yx7be]

peak car reliability happened in the early 00s before VVT and throttle by wire became standard, and many cars still had a iron block engine

[@n_conway7571]

I’m glad I bought a 2024 with the ICE 4cyl and old school transmission

[@cmiles97x38]

I agree with your thought but the Hybrid transmission is all heavy duty planetary gears and electric motors (E-CVT) is more robust than an old school transmission. Have you ever heard of a Prius transmission failing? Look it up you will be impressed. It is not the rubber band CVTs in gas CVT cars.

[@n_conway7571]

Oh I’m sure it’s great. But in my market, the hybrid Camry was like $5-7k more. My only other consideration was a Mazda cx5 with no turbo and traditional transmission. Also full disclosure, my last 3 cars were gm products. I now see the light

[@subaruamazon]

last of the great old school. treat it right oil changes every 5k or less. should take care of you.

[@zaskarclf]

I bought a 2024 XSE based on Car Care Nuts Hybrid video. He said, "Who shouldn't buy a hybrid...ppl with a heavy foot." 😂 I'm so glad I did too. I love every inch of my car. The interior is sporty to match the exterior...full gasoline 4 banger with a real transmission. Even has a nice exhaust note. We also still have our 97 Camry with 160k miles on it that my daughter drives now. Another great vid! 👏

[@drewb9034]

I have a 1998 Camry. Made in Australia and imported here new to New Zealand fully built up. It has the gas struts to hold the hood up. Maybe a hood prop like in my 1993 Corona was put back in the 2021/2025 because I'm guessing that a hood prop is lighter than the 2 gas struts. The gas struts will eventually pack up too. Mine did and i just put new ones in. A hood prop i doubt will ever pack up either. Oh Mr CCN, i change my engine oil and filter every 5000 kilometers (3000 mls)religiously and shes just clicked over 255000 kilometers. 👍

[@sayftaleb6020]

I have been waiting for this review for a long time , your reviews are in another level comparing to all other reviews

[@rhkips]

0W-8 has been in use in Japan for a few years now. It was only recently (within six months) approved for use in the US. Many of your recent engines sold in North America requiring 0W-16 are actually designed to run on 0W-8, but were vetted for compatibility with 0W-16 in the North American market. Because of the recent approval, it's taking some time for the oil manufacturers to put together a 0W-8 oil for North American markets, get them certified, and put them on the market. Over the next six months, I suspect we'll see them become more common on the shelves at auto parts stores. :)

[@4af]

"designed to run on 0W-8" does not mean engine life will be optimized running oil that thin. Outside of the USA, Toyota owners manuals tell owners they can use 10W-30 even if their owners manual says 0W-8 is the factory fill oil.

[@akinbilgee]

Please please detailed compare 2025 Camry Hybrid LE vs Prius LE belive me millions be watch we trust your opinion and knowledge for Toyota’s Thank You

[@elithegreat6463]

I have a 2020 CamrySE Night Shade, 5k oil changes religiously, 0-16 for winter months, 0-20 in summer. Always use Amsoil, 70k miles so far, never an issue. I’m planning for at least 270k miles. Change you oil folks Only thing I ever needed in this car is Brake pads. 👍 I average 41 miles per gallon at 70MPH, with cruise control. ⛽️

[@ericd1632]

This guy says it's ok to use 0W-20 if 0W-16 isn't available, but the next oil change you need to use 0W-16

[@MrMustangrick]

Is it the hybrid or regular motor?

[@elithegreat6463]

@@ericd1632 Disagree, warmer weather the heavier grade is more protective. The thinner oil rating are for fuel EPA ratings that manufacturers have to abide by. 0-20 will flow just as well through oil passages as 0-16. And now, with 90+ degree temps, I’m glad for the 0-20, and yet I get over 40 MPG For winter start ups, of course go back to 0-16, And “100%” Synthetic Amsoil, not the “full” synthetic crap you get at Walmart, there is a difference.

[@elithegreat6463]

@@MrMustangrick Regular, I’m not and never will be a Hybrid owner. Just more shit to go wrong, even if it is a Toyota.

[@miguelbaeza65]

​@@elithegreat6463Toyotas hybrid powertrains are the most reliable than any other company in the world. Look it up

[@craigwoliner6396]

Thanks AMD for your honest and thorough reviews. You provide a valuable resource and service for all things Toyota. I forgot to mention this, in my earlier post which was unfortunately, primarily a rant.

[@penguinjoe1961]

Bought a pair of gas struts for my Rav4 hood. They cost a whopping $32 CA (about $20 US) for the pair on ebay. Been on there a few years now and they work great. Also changed out all the Halogen/incandescent bulbs for High Quality LED bulbs (don't use the cheapest one you can find). No complaints.

[@GUITARTIME2024]

I did the same but you have to have the hood strut mounts actually present.

[@penguinjoe1961]

@@GUITARTIME2024 My car does not have mounts present. The kit came with the brackets that bolted to the existing hinge using the original fasteners.

[@hitechrr]

I haver a 2025 LE and I now have 2500 miles on it. I just changed the oil at 2270. I got the Mobil one 0W8 at Walmart with a Toyota filter, my total oil cost with filter was under $35. I did a trip from NY to NC on I95. My average MPG was 57MPG. The dash said 54MPG. My local driving is giving me between 54 and 69 on the dash calculator. The hood is so heavy that I don't think that my wife can lift it. I don't have that ugly microfiber on my base LE, the interior is all black. Now I just have to find a way to get power to my dashcam and radar detector. My LE was $32000 out the door.

[@mick2495]

i could be wrong but i heard that the wiring for the optional dash cam is already wired in and ready to tap into if you remove the sunglasses holder

[@hitechrr]

@@mick2495 I'm trying to figure out how to remove the sunglass holder. That is where I was going to get power but I'm afraid of breaking the map light console. The 2023 pulls down from the front but 2025 look different. I need a shop manual for this car.

[@travist20]

I just got a 2025 LE for 30,750 out the door price 3 days ago. Why you change oil by yourself. You got 3 year maintenance (free oil change for 3 years) with 100,000 or 7 years on power/tran.

[@hitechrr]

@@travist20 The dealer will make you wait till 10000 miles before they do a change. The first change should be around 1000 miles.

[@BigD481]

You can go every six months. They will rotate your tires for free and I believe a new oil filter. But yes one year or 10K miles whichever comes first for actual oil chg

[@HumbleBearcat]

I'm so excited to see every new review from you especially on the new Camry which I am considering getting in a year or 2. I like the new Camry very much but it's gone too long (194") and I wish they trim a couple inches on both ends. Can you also do a review on the new Civic Hybrid? That one is also on my list.

[@richardpearsoniii2497]

2019 Camry XSE 2.5. I bought brand new, and it was totaled by an 18 wheeler rear ending it, and side swiping it 05/31/2023. That car took me everywhere. It was my daily driver, and it hurt my heart when it was totaled. I put 252,000 miles on that car simply by oil changes, OEM plugs, keeping the coolant changed my fuel pump didn’t have an issue but it was recalled and replaced by Toyota at 116,000 miles. I MISS THAT CAR.

[@Kamal_AL-Hinai]

@@richardpearsoniii2497 I'm just glad that you're alright bro.

[@MrMustangrick]

@@richardpearsoniii2497 what did you replace it with?

[@4af]

252,000 miles without a transmission fluid change?

[@danielbrowniel]

I just traded in my 2012 SE for a 2025 SE. From 4cylinder to 4cylinder+hybrid+AWD, An increase in 60HP and an increase in 20mpg average. It's reliable, it's not crazy expensive, it's not a cop magnet.. The Camry is the ultimate goldilocks car.

[@fozzir]

I have a 2011 ES, it's still runs like brand new, I might pick up this Camry in 5 years, it's nice.

[@LordBass]

I loathe sedans, but this is a nice car, especially for the money. If we could have a wagon version, I'd be all over it.

[@MiguelRPD]

Ive seen a few of these spaceships on the road and i approve of the looks 🤟

[@mrc2165]

I parked next to a SE and just the front grill was bigger than my Corolla. Not into the Basking Shark look

[@513partyrocker]

It's funny, when The Straight Pipes reviewed this car they said the redesign of that passenger seat dash panel made the passenger feel less cramped than the previous generation.

[@davidparkin9017]

I like the 2018, 19 and 20 with the headunit integrated into the dashboard without sticking up in my face, the proper 8 speed automatic transmission, the front end styling of the LE.

[@engineer2001]

I am proud to hear you say little (almost nothing) has changed in the drivetrain. When you get something right and then throw it away just to make something "all new", customers get to test your new crap that may or may not hold up.

[@zonie70]

Ahmed ! My Walmart here in Surprise Az has Mobil 1 0w8 oil on the shelf now ! 🌵

[@googleusergp]

They do here too in my area and you can get it delivered home in two days as well.

[@Berserkjahraun]

Thank you for the awesome review! Hoping you make some updated maintenance, how to videos for the hybrids.

[@tekkh]

Yeah I wish he would make something specific for this car 😢

[@ericlast6836]

"Horrendous" is the perfect description of the crappy microfiber covering!

[@WengertD]

My microfiber couch is 20 years old, still looks good and easy to clean, red wine and coffee have both cleaned up well, is there another fabric you think would last longer and wear better? I trust that Toyota has got this figured out.

[@joshua9073]

In;Ike it in mine-but it’s the dark gray

[@CaptBobH]

@@WengertD I like my leather interior on my 2020 Camry

[@elcompaish2141]

I just bought one and so far it’s great.

[@genet6255]

I rented one of those new Camry's two days ago, just for the fun of it. The first highway trip where I averaged about 65 mph on cruise, achieved 55 miles per gallon. The second trip was 400 miles roundtrip and I achieved 51 miles per gallon, which cruise set at 71 miles per hour. I was quite impressed with this vehicle. My only issue was the interior looked just a little too cheap, compared to the Honda hybrids that I've rented. Also, it was nice and smooth, but the Accord definitely have tighter and more responsive handling.

[@Jazz16-we1qc]

Yep, steering and handling on the Accord is more responsive and it feels more like a driver's car. But if there's potholes, crappy roads everywhere, it can be a rougher ride because of its firmer suspension. And new tires can only help so much to soften that firm ride. That is why I switched to a Camry. Got the one with 16-inch wheels for extra cushion. The Camry interior does look cheap, but I overlook that for everything else the car does so well. And then there's reliability, and Toyota is way better at hybrids, as they've been refining them for decades. That means less chance of headaches, both before and after the warranties expire.

[@Magpie-1111]

That asymmetrical white on the dash is hideous! Edit: LOL, I typed this and 30 seconds later you said it “looks horrendous”. So we are in agreement!

[@ChicagoRob2]

Agree, terrible design choice. Once you see it, you can’t unsee it.

[@TheWwong]

You're being kind by calling it hideous. The interior designer should be fired ASAP.

[@MrMustangrick]

Yes it’s crazy. Lucky the XSE model does not have it.

[@engineer2001]

Somebody was smoking crack that put microfiber right next to the cupholder like that. What were they thinking?!? My plastic interior constantly gets coke and coffee wiped off the plastic on the dash. I can't even imagine what that microfiber dash bit will look like in a year.

[@jeffruebens8355]

Built in Georgetown, Kentucky. Quite a few parts are made in Japan. Not many parts from Canada and Mexico like the big 3 Murican brands.

[@lobster1002000]

Canada makes good parts and pays their workers a good wage.

[@LAURABOHDAN]

I bet you wont read this but I have viewed your content for years and LOVE them. I do not know much about car repair but like learning from you

[@wburke121]

I have a 2031 le hybrid. 50k miles. All black with black badging. I switched out the 16 steel wheels for 17 inch black alloys and slightly wider tires. Also put in aftermarket lexus style yaillights with sequence signals. Next switching headlights. I seriously think mine looks better than the new style. Also been getting 50 mpg total life and with full battery does 0 to 60 in 7.5. . Passing on the highway is a dream except for the drone. Ill keep this until the next gen in 5 years.

[@timsouttahere]

At walmart, I've been seeing more 0w8 oil than 0w16 that I need.

[@curedham2963]

Yea that hood is HEAVY i was shocked 😂😂

[@MrMustangrick]

Another cheap touch, should have been aluminum. No hood struts another cheap out.

[@ChicagoRob2]

No problem on my ‘17 SE.

[@lobster1002000]

@@MrMustangrick have aluminum on my 2012 Mustang, they corrode when pitted.

[@MrMustangrick]

@@lobster1002000 never had that problem on my stings but mine were sold after 5-6 years

[@mikeboatright5349]

Camry lost us with this model. Just wanted a gas one to replace a damaged 2018 model. So, we got the RAV4 gas only. If Toyota keeps losing the gas only models I will have to move to a different brand. I know everything is going hybrid but I really don't want one and will hold off as long as I can.

[@johndoe-fy6jz]

why? you understand that the hybrid powertrain is more reliable? there's no starter for example, it uses the electric motor to spin the engine up to speed. the ecvt has no moving parts beyond rotating gears and a parking pawl. the lack of shifting means you don't have acceleration gaps. no valve body in the transaxle to wear out, no shifting bands losing friction material over time. there's no drive chain in the ecvt like other cvts, it's two electric motors and the combustion engine each spinning at different speeds to create an output ratio, so if you floor the gas the power is very quick to come in because you're not moving pullies to change the drive ratio of a steel pushbelt. I just cannot fathom how people find a modern hybrid powertrain to be less reliable than one without.

[@mikeboatright5349]

@@johndoe-fy6jz I need to give hybrids a try. I've never had transmission or starter issues since 1996 on vehicles. so for me regular gas engines and trans have been fine for me. I guess I need to change with the times but going to something I know little about or have used is difficult. Thanks for the info!

[@JD-yx7be]

Toyota's new battery plant in north Carolina is opening early next year, you can expect more gas models to be dropped for 2026 model year and beyond.

[@BigD481]

Agree to most of what you said. But you forgot one thing. The hybrid battery. Even if you maintain your by the book, the hybrid battery will still fail. Guaranteed. And those are not cheap.

[@mikeboatright5349]

@@BigD481 yeah....I did a spreadsheet on car cost of the 2024 Camry with gas mileage, maintenance for both gas and hybrid and if you have to replace the battery at 150K miles you spend more for the hybrid long term. If you don't replace the battery you about break even. But, what is the resale of a hybrid with original battery at say 10-15 years/150K_ miles vs a gas model? I think the answer is you just get a new car every 8-10 years. No keeping stuff for 10-20 years with a hybrid.

[@TheEdwardDonald]

A tried and true Camry with a facelift. Amazing! I hated the way the previous generation looked and always kept me from getting one. I love the looks of this and they offer an AWD version. Win. Win.

[@grandpa7278]

Glad I watched, i bought a new 2024 top of line, no hybrid, just a V6 w normal transmission. Listen closely, my motto is Less is more!

[@fallujah0351]

I wish it felt safe to still drive a sedan. With everyone driving trucks and SUV’s, you can’t even see ahead of you on the road and physics dictate that the sedan driver loses more than not in a collision. If only we had smaller roads like in Ireland…

[@garydale3233]

As I said on a different forum, this is exactly why I rushed to buy my Camry last year

[@cormaro13]

Nothing wrong with the engine , plenty of these engines out there already and lasted 200k mileage

[@Mr-pn2eh]

I ordered a hybrid fan filter for my venza

[@skincareaddicted]

I purchased my 2013 Camry Hybrid XLE for around $30k. I changed the hybrid battery at 210k miles in 2023. Absolutely no issues other than regular maintenance. The higher price tag will be worth the pain of paying for crazy maintenance like you would with other makers. Toyota is all about quality and reliability

[@stonepa]

Great video! So glad Toyotas are so reliable. I can never bring myself to buy a new car at these prices. Used all the way for me.

[@living4christ]

I don’t like this new style, the 2024 style looked much better. Toyota is making its vehicles front ends look the same.

[@csan255]

The 2024 xse is the best looking Camry. Just my 2 cents