This base 2025 Toyota Camry LE is a HOME RUN // Lexus DNA is built in...

[@KirkKreifels]

The base sound system is surprisingly good! Gets plenty loud. Solid bass (rumbles the seat). Just need to lessen the factory bass a few clicks and the rattles go away. Far less rattles than the JBL. JBL not worth upgrading for. 🔋 “KIRK10” 10% off Magtame Magnetic USB cables: magtame.com/?ref=KIRK

[@planefan5812]

Noticed that in my 2025 SE as well. The base stereos very good.

[@briank10101]

Was BSM mentioned?

[@TripleBerg]

@@briank10101BSM standard on all trim levels, since it is Safety Sense 3.0.

[@planefan5812]

@@briank10101 I don't think so. It's like BSM in any other Toyota. It will beep at you if you turn on your turn signal while there's a car in your blind spot.

[@zigthepolishguy2610]

Do you think they will ever bring Toyota Cammy station wagon ?

[@BadgolferJimmyJam]

I love that you show an LE. I am so sick of only seeing the top of the line. I want to see the basics.

[@karsaorlong4391]

Usually the press fleet are top of the line trims, I gather if you want something other then that you will have to ask a rep or a dealer.

[@famicomnintendo]

the worst part is, when shopping for a used car, the base trim and top trip often sell for about the same price.

[@CarlosMoreno-ig1ng]

Me too, these are the only trims that I can afford

[@waibut]

@@famicomnintendo it is very true

[@escheidl]

The LE is the epitome of what the Camry is all about. Value, convenience, and comfort. Your Camry reviews are the benchmark of Camry reviews on the internet. They tell us Camry people exactly what we want to know. 👍👍

[@pattycarljackson]

Lmao a base Camry le starting at over 30k is what you consider “value” are you actually kidding me?

[@escheidl]

@@pattycarljackson Have you actually looked at new car prices? A new Civic hybrid starts at over 30k. [EDIT] Google "The 2025 Toyota Camry Is Barely More Expensive Than A 1983 Camry" for a for a viewpoint of how it compares to the original Camry. Keep in mind the average family income in 1983 was 24k. Today it is around 83k. So yes, the Camry is still a great value as it always has been.

[@Drg24800]

@@escheidl I find it interesting how people complain about prices of cars. Yes they are a lot more expensive than they used to be but you get a lot more on a base model compared to previous years. Plus the prices have gone down compared to prices from 20 years ago. It’s the amount of money people make that has not been growing with inflation.

[@2004cyrus]

@@pattycarljacksonyou haven’t been car shopping in a few years have you? $30k is nothing for a nice new large car with safety and comfort like this. I just bought one. Hondas civics are over $30k now and so are Mazda 3’s and Toyotas own Corolla and Fords Small truck. Sounds like you’d be more suited to buying a 5 year old Chevy Malibu or Impala or a Dodge Dart.

[@pbouska]

@@pattycarljackson A $31,000 Camry in 2024 adjusted for 2.84% average annual inflation comes out at $9,845 in 1983 dollars. I think the much simpler entry level 1983 Camry was selling for something like $8,620.

[@stevenrettke5484]

I agree with just about everything stated in this video. Purchased a new base model 2025 Camry LE in June & it has exceeded all of my expectations. Have already driven 4000 miles & have averaged 52.5 mpg. The acceleration capabilities are surprisingly good. It is far superior compared to my old 2010 Honda Civic Hybrid. Glad I saved several thousand dollars & decided on the LE base model.

[@rightlanehog3151]

Good choice! Why some people would want to spend an extra $10,000 on their Camry is beyond me.

[@glassrockpurple154]

I got an LE too. Im driving it easy and slow and getting low 60s hand calculated. Do you find the road noise to be loud? It bothers me in the LE, Idk if it’s just something wrong with mine or… it’s like a grinding noise from the front.

[@stevenrettke5484]

@@glassrockpurple154 No, I have not been aware of any excessive road noise. Maybe it is there but I am not sensitive to it. I do a lot of interstate highway driving & routinely maintain speeds of 75+ mph.

[@2004cyrus]

@@rightlanehog3151I did. XLE with premium package. I had the $38k saved and I didn’t want a base model, and I don’t have a mortgage or debt of any kind. I still have a several hundred thousand in the bank. So for people in my situation… why settle? I paid the Camry off Tuesday. Saving $5000.00 in interest.

[@rembo183]

I’d buy an LE if it had power seats with the lumbar support. But need the SE for power seats. Great value anyway.

[@ARZ1987]

I bought a red Camry LE June 19th and I’ve filled up only 3 times at 1600 miles and it’s the end of August. I was stoked dealer threw in a rear spoiler. Outside my home, the BEST purchase I’ve ever made! I wanted boulder interior (live in North Fl), but the black has a grey denim trim which looks higher end than the grey, so I am happy! So many universal seat covers available who needs the XSE

[@4af]

Kirk is the best Toyota reviewer on KZbin because he accurately conveys the seating, riding and driving experience.

[@2004cyrus]

There are plenty of other great reviews

[@UsualSuspect404]

I have a 2010 Camry LE with 150K miles. I have called it my "little Lexus" since the day I bought it! 15 years later...It still drives like a dream!!!

[@asianstud7]

😂😂😂😂

[@TripleBerg]

@@UsualSuspect404 I gave my 2009 Camry LE to my daughter. 145K miles and it is still going strong.

[@HumbleBearcat]

Wait til you try this new Camry...

[@fightnight14]

2004 Camry here with 199k miles. Its days are numbered. Hopefully I can get a 2025 Camry LE when the time comes.

[@asianstud7]

@@fightnight14 why? you only getting started with 200k on a Camry.

[@mrmarano]

Jolly good set of review videos on this car. Purchased an LE with the convenience package early last July. The power driver seat also features lumbar support, which largely resolved my lower back pain on longer drives. The control buttons are shaped like the seat itself, eliminating guesswork when making adjustments. The power driver seat rises and lowers, and the back reclines, but the seat bed does not tilt. The headrest is not powered. The power seat is very, very comfortable. The included Smart Key entry system works without any door-mounted buttons; just place your hand inside either front door handle and the car unlocks when it detects the key. By default, it unlocks just the driver's or passenger's door, then all the doors after a few-second delay, but it can be set to open all doors at once. All doors lock when pressing the touch sensor at the front of the door handle. Also, the car won't lock and will sound a warning chime if it detects its fob anywhere in the interior. I found the auto-dimming mirror very responsive driving under broad overpasses and through tunnels. The Convenience Package costs a little over $1K extra, but now that I've experienced it, I doubt I could do without it. Extra tip: I found the mutli-media system too bright on even the dimmest light mode. Set to dark mode, it blends into the dashboard and is perfectly easy to read even in the brightest sunshine.

[@HumbleBearcat]

Have you tried the LE trim without the lumbar adjustment? Any difference? I am too cheap to pay the $1050.

[@cottagegymfun]

@@HumbleBearcatYes I rented a Camry LE 2025 for a week. Putting on over 1200 miles going to my daughter school 500 miles away. I absolutely loved the car and was convinced either it or a Tesla would be my next purchase. The only negative was in fact the driver's seat being manual and without proper lumbar support, for me. So knowing the features of the convenience package, I'd get it without any hesitation

[@johnd6258]

There's a dark mode?!? I've got to go check that out in mine! Look at that! There is, right in the screen display settings. Cool!

[@pcihector]

Yes! Show us base models. Is the info we need and no one shows us. It will help with subscriptions.

[@Xander1Sheridan]

16" is really the largest wheel and tire any non sports car should have.

[@TheLifetraveler1]

Because of you I decided to rent a 2025 Camry LE at my local int'l airport. Had it for two days. One day trip 210 miles round trip at 65 mph, I averaged 55 miles per gallong. The next day trip of 300 miles (all highway) at 70mph, I averaged 51 miles per gallon. I was impressed. But with my own 2020 Accord Hybrid, and the two 2024 Accord Hybrids that I've rented, I am sure I would purchase the new Accord Hybrid instead. 1. The Camry gets better miles, but the car feels a lot larger to me than the Accords. I like the mid-size field, even if they are exactly the same. 2. The Accord's interior even in the Sports model, just looks better and more upscale to me than the Camry. 3. The Accord definitely has more responsive steering. But I just needed a good family cruiser, the Camry Hybrid would be the way to go.

[@parkergray5346]

The LE Camry with the convenience package for the keyless entry and the cold weather for the heated seats is all I’d ever want.

[@cap10newport95]

I wish more manufacturers would make more cars like this- cloth seats for hot weather, no sun roofs to leak, and smaller rims for significantly better ride/quietness/mpg/parking alongside curbs

[@2004cyrus]

This isn’t the 1970’s. I’ve owned 10 cars with sundroofs, my parents and plenty of friends do also, mentioning leaky sunroofs make it sound like you are 80. They don’t leak.

[@steveo2660]

You should look at Mazda CX-5 built in Japan or the new CX-50 built at MTM in Huntsville Alabama. Mazda Toyota Manufacturing.

[@HumbleBearcat]

And the spare tire!

[@ashtonmyrick1427]

@@2004cyruswell maybe not now…but long term wise…sunroofs will eventually start leaking and we’ve had 2 older cars that have had leaky sunroofs.

[@2004cyrus]

@ I’ve never owned any vehicle for more than 3 years so I guess for me there are no worries. I hear that was a problem in the 70’s and 80’s but that it’s rare anymore. But I suppose if people don’t maintain their cars and lubricants things after 10-15 years like power seats and maybe sunroofs the slides and seals can dry and crack. Of course I have never bought a domestic car either. And don’t plan to. I buy the Japs, Mazda and Lexus and a couple of Acuras and a couple Hondas. I do realize that anything mechanical does break. But that is why I work cars into my expenditures, I have no time or patience for problems with my wife and i’s careers. We are both surgeons. So we work 80-100 hr weeks.

[@liveitsmart8422]

Best review ever for a Camry . Love the Le review Kirk . Bring more like this . Affordable review love it .

[@4FJM]

Kirk, I've come back to your video several times to learn about the 2025 Camry LE. I'm in MD and have 125 commute to work. I currently have a 22 VW Jetta SE that gets me 44 mpg on the highway and runs like a charm, however my son has been eyeing it up and I'm thinking of passing it on. I've never owned a Toyota before and I consider myself a frugal person and believe this model could be the one. The mpg is important as is the heated seats and steering wheel. you selling it Kirk! 😎

[@erwinbasco8]

Kirk, I love your video, I got my camry yesterday- you are 100 percent correct, love it

[@piggy310]

I drove my friends 2022 Camry LE gasser and was amazed at all the options that it had for being a base model, it even had full emergency braking road sign detection, full range radar cruise.. apparently that's all standard equipment

[@Mr99Burns]

You should do a series in the Camry I can watch this every day 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@savvy_loves9813]

Just got this car and I'm so excited, thanks for making this video!

[@nickgonchar7272]

Thanks for reviewing specifically the BASE trim and pointing out the useful upgrade packages. Even for those who want extra features it is extremely helpful to clearly see what are they paying extra money for.

[@SandyLindenthal]

I just bought $ my 2025 Toyota Camry LE 1 month ago and I love my new car! 💙

[@ra4811]

Still driving my 2002 Camry LE. Most people are shocked to discover how old it is because it still looks great. (I've had the good fortune to garage it for its entire life and that makes a world of difference. ) My mechanic let's me know he will buy it everything I get an oil change, which speaks quite highly of the car. It cost $16,000 new. Wow! Times have changed. I have had to do a few pricey repairs (new shocks and struts, transmission, master controller for windows) but given the cost of vehicles now, it has been well worth it just to fix these problems. Oh, and I still get 30mpg. It's possible I will spring for a new hybrid model but truthfully there is no reason I would need to. If they are making the Camry as well as they used to, a hybrid Camry LE would be a no-brainer.

[@piggy310]

I believe it I had a 2000 Camry that I'd still be driving today probably, thing was almost scary reliable.

[@mikie1466]

Never sell that car. All new cars have cvt transmissions that won't even make it to 100k let alone 300k like your car will last to.

[@chibbyylol]

Hopefully good things to come for the ES refresh/redesign

[@Masterguy635]

I drove one of these recently as a rental and I was blown away at how good a car this is. You can easily get 50 MPG with a very good amount of power and tech features, the speakers dont sound half bad either.

[@realtalk5931]

LE is THE model for this version.

[@Cap683]

I have had my LE for about 6 weeks now. I really like the ride that the 16 inch wheels provide. The ride is smooth but the car remains pretty agile and the body roll that my wife’s 2013 Camry LE has is absent.

[@famicomnintendo]

C'est LE modèle à choisir

[@ZACH_95_]

The 1500 extra for awd is a must where I live. In the winters where I am you need awd and snow tires. Fwd and snow tires ain’t gonna cut it. And my xse in awd is not slower than the LE with awd. Tested with a draggy. They’re the same.

[@paulbegemann4308]

Just wondering since the AWD is powered by electric motor only what happens if your hybrid battery is at zero

[@melissaholt3333]

Literally just picked up my new 2025 Camry LE and took it for its maiden voyage! Have to say, I’m already in love with this vehicle! It is everything you said it would be in your review. Honestly thought the Camry was going to be out of my budget until I came across this video. The LE with the cold weather and convenience package is where it’s at! I opted for the AWD since I live in a snowy climate and it was still a better bang for buck than a new 2024 Honda Accord.

[@brianbohnet1907]

I just bought a ‘25 LE today at MSRP. Perfect duo to my Supra. Drives like a dream for what it is, couldn’t be happier.

[@burningknuckle26]

100%

[@cathyzhang2769]

How could you buy a car at MSRP, didn't you have to pay tax?

[@hermesthedon]

@@cathyzhang2769some dealerships are volume dealerships aka trying to meet quotes instead of selling for profit if u find one u can get good deals

[@robertd.5479]

Congrats. Did you have to pay the 1,500 ish delivery, set up etc. fee in addition to MSRP? Trying to figure out what i can negotiate

[@nothing2say-i1y]

You got rooked then. Nobody pays sticker.

[@billdavis3875]

Great vids! Definitely interested in that Heated Steering and Convenience combo, but none in my area at the moment. Wish you could 'downgrade' to the 16's on the other trims

[@Offensively-normal]

Amazing & thorough look at the Camry LE. I wanted the LE as described. When I got the call the car was missing the convenience package. That plastic wheel is no bueno. I agree this car is a bargain for what you get. I was walking when they offered a SE at a very, very nice price. I had other dealers holding my number. The seats are not much of an issue around the S. Cal coastal area. Not yet anyway. To bad Honda wants to add $3k to every car. I drove one. Nice car. But try negotiating through the BS just to get at MSRP.

[@HumbleBearcat]

So what did you end up getting?

[@swagkidm10]

Just got one in the underground color, painted gloss black rims LE. Love it! 50 mpgs is freaking great!

[@RellupNorth]

The LE Sienna and Camry are the best imo, with the Sienna possibly only needing a more durable seat material for family duties. They are so quiet, smooth, good on gas, feels homey and cozy in a way

[@_fiftyseven_]

The Camry LE with the 12 inch screens from the XLE would just be perfect but ofc Toyota won't do that for upselling the higher trims. Still hoping to see them added for the later years like they did with last gen. The LE trim is still the way to go.

[@thomasvo2736]

I wish the LE would add the Multimedia Package like the SE to get the 12.3 inch center screen. This will be perfect

[@SandysVideoChannel]

This is really the only reason I can't bring myself to go with the LE grade. I love everything else, but the tiny screen really dates the interior.

[@jxmar_]

@@SandysVideoChannelxle would do you perfect

[@markr831]

@@SandysVideoChannel I have the LE and I see no need to for a larger screen. The base screen is plenty big for navigation, backup camera or making phone calls. The car really is very nice. I did option it with the convenience package and cold weather package with the heated leather steering wheel and heated seats. I am not into the fancy wheels and bodywork now, but if that is what I wanted, I'd get a sports car. However, the car looks very nice in base trim. The car handles great and is very quick just the way it is. It's not a speed demon but it is more than powerful enough to merge and pass when needed.

[@dennykelch5381]

You guys want the high-dollar options on the low dollar car 🚗 You might just have to buy The XLE like I did in July, I love my new Camry hybrid 😍💖😀

[@2004cyrus]

@@dennykelch5381I bought the XLE 5 weeks ago. I wanted all the nice options and I knew I’d spend $40k+. I did. No regrets except I chose the wrong exterior color, reservoir blue. It gets tons of compliments but I don’t like how it shows absolutely every speck of dust and dirt.

[@2004cyrus]

I bought one a few weeks ago. Very happy with it. I’m hitting 44.4 mpg’s

[@asianstud7]

why so low?

[@2004cyrus]

@@asianstud7it’s up to 50 now

[@asianstud7]

@@2004cyrus how did it go up? what's changed? are you driving my conservatively now?

[@2004cyrus]

@@asianstud7 I started feeling like the car could do better in the MPG category so I asked myself what I was doing wrong and I looked up information on how to improve how I drive. So I started to practice pump and coast and brake earlier and drive slower with cruise control on when I drove on the interstates. It’s made a 5mpg difference on average.

[@asianstud7]

@@2004cyrus You have the LE model?

[@EJBert]

Had three Camrys over the years, good reliable cars with very robust engines and transmissions. My only complaint with my 2016 is the thigh support being inadequate on long trips. Really, that's my biggest complaint.

[@mrgurulittle7000]

That’s a nice looking car. Toyota did really well with this refresh.

[@brewsterking9973]

Im glad toyota is listening, I can't wait to see what the es is like

[@burningknuckle26]

This LE is really amazing

[@Castielj]

The "drive hump" mentioned is not a holdover from AWD version. My 95 & 01 Camrys only came in FWD versions and they both had a significant hump. One purpose of the hump is to give a car structural rigidity.

[@chocolatewheelchair]

i like that the review is in the rain

[@mindyweiss6181]

Kirk very nice tutorial. When I finally make an appointment at Toyota for a test drive, and have to deal with a salesman I wish it were you. I have not seen you with your kids but you seem like a wonderful dad! Now regarding the car: Is the AWD worth it driving in the NYC metro area? We have always been fine with FWD, and while it snows less these days maybe AWD would help car handle better in inclement weather and maybe AWD would be helpful to pull our of parking spot with a lot of snow, without needing to shovel ? Concerned about the front grill. Parking is scarce in NYC area and rear bumper and especially front grill will likely get a lot of dings. Any suggestions for front grill protection and maybe attractive protection for rear bumper. Leather steering wheel cover sounds attractive. Does that come with cold weather package? Does the based model come with floor mats inside and in trunk? Could you remind me of the safety features of the base model? My wife really wants front, side, back crash avoidance . Does the based model have adequate protection? I In my 2010 Nissan Altima i only have to squeeze the handles and the car unlocks as loon as key fob is in my pocket. Is that true in this car, or does it only open if you press the open button on keyfob? The Camry is a popular car. Is the sticker price negotiable?

[@rembo183]

The lumbar support with power seats only comes in SE and higher trim. It’s the best lumbar support in any car! It’s amazing!

[@alljerseysmatter.]

I’m waiting to see what the 2025 Sienna looks like. Refresh is about due

[@whatchis1120]

I agree that the LE/SE is the trims to go for bang for you buck wise, these new ones have been wildly popular here in Tn I see at least 10 a day on my commute. One thing that makes me want to go for the SE/XSE trim is the sport suspension, I work long hours sometimes and can get very relaxed while driving which can equal to me falling asleep or drowsy possibly. Which has been cured by a rougher driving vehicle. I had a '15 ram 1500 it drove very well but my god it drove to smooth and floaty I had to put 10 ply tires on it to stiffen it up, it road stiffer than some bmw's. As much as I get tired of wind and road noise sometimes and want something more comfortable it worries me.

[@stevenr1354]

Nice review! In order to get the cold weather package ($610) which includes the leather steering wheel, you have to get the convenience package ($1050) which brings the LE up to only $640 less than the SE. I'd just order a leather wheel for a few hundred dollars from the dealer.

[@michael50861]

Just do it yourself. I have 2020 Mazda 3 base with a vinyl steering wheel. Ordered a kit from eBay ($30-50; picked the material and the color of the thread), spent 6 hours completing the job, and it looks better than OEM. There are videos explaining different stitching techniques. So, not rocket science, just takes time and effort.

[@trdrav4]

I really like the fact that you can option a Camry LE with a moonroof and other packages that make it as good as a XLE of the past, but most of the LEs you see on lots are base ones, probably with just the Convenience Package (Smartkey and Homelink pretty much) as the common builds nationally.

[@stephendibari5010]

This is the best car for the money. Toyota reliability at its finest. My 2002 Lexus ES300 w 184k miles has 16 inch rims and I love the ride quality. Especially with my new Michelin Defender 2 tires. Super quiet. Can’t compare these 2 cars since my Lexus has an insane amount of insulation and road noise canceling material. If I was in the market for a new car this LE Camry would be it.

[@burningknuckle26]

I agree 👍 💯

[@william6765]

I test drove the XSE and was impressed with the refined engine and ride

[@jameswillett7186]

You talk about how sumptuous the interior is for a base model with assist straps felt covering in the storage bin but I see Toyota cheaped out by only giving you a seat pocket behind the passenger front seat and not the driver front seat. My 2017 Toyota Camry LE has pockets behind both front seats.

[@TheCarGuyOnline]

The LE in this Gen and previous Gen rides soooo smooth. The suspension is identical. I agree, much better than the sport trims. I actually think the previous generation had heavier doors and a more quality feel on some interior components but that’s just me…maybe it was just the days I compared them :). I absolutely hate the cloth garbage on the dash with the SE and up trim for 2025…WTH were they thinking?

[@GailYbanez]

2025 Camry LE is quite and very comfortable ride. Acceleration is surprisingly fast.

[@samerhanna5254]

totally agree with you. The LE is what is meant to buy a Camry. The 2025 LE model is already loaded with stuff. I guess still need to add only the convenience package but other than that it is not really necessary to seek upper trims for significant more money. The goal is to pay for a great value and fuel economy and Camry LE has it all. I think the XSE with options approx price 40k is really crazy because if you are willing to pay 40k then you really should not care about fuel economy and you can get very vary low mileage used, say for example, Mercedes C300 for this price.

[@justifiedmasagony3635]

can wait for the new rav4 and corolla generation if the Camry is this good!

[@The1SSGrant]

The lack of sunroof is actually the dealbreaker for me, and I live in Arizona 😂 not only is it great on the nice days, it’s a perfect way to help ventilate the car and let natural light into the interior. The few summer months where it is too hot, I keep it closed but as soon as temp starts to drop it’s a great thing to have. My last two cars have had a sunroof and I’m not going back. I’d rather buy a higher trim than purchase a set of 16s and tires if I cared more about the fuel economy and ride

[@SandysVideoChannel]

A sunroof is available on the LE as a stand alone option for $870

[@gilbrook]

@@SandysVideoChannelNot really. Moonroof is a build option on LE, but none are being produced. Sad.

[@WengertD]

I'm in AZ, a sunroof just let's in too much heat. A remote start will cool your car better than opening the sun roof in 110° heat

[@2004cyrus]

I agree. I bought a new Camry last month and it included a panoramic roof, it’s an XLE model.

[@2004cyrus]

@@gilbrookhello the trunk light in the Camry is an incandescent bulb.

[@bjsimon802]

Motortrend said it was great car, they did a fantastic review of the car.

[@MrBacchus18]

Great review, thanks for show ya basic Camry. For myself I'm trying to decide between LE or SE but I'll probably splurge for some options and the awd which should help a little in snow or slippery conditions. I like the SE basically just aesthetically superior but LE with small tires has advantages too.

[@LiveThroughGarbage]

Love my 2025 Camry LE with Convenience Package and Cold Weather Package. The way to go in my opinion, the upgrades are worth it on the LE! He's right though, the ride is very close to an ES.

[@floridaredneck]

Thanks for the tour! I don't need heated anything where I live, so can't you get one without that? I like the convenience package, but I don't consider heated seats a convenience; I see that as an addition. Convenience is having a door open for you.. I thought you were in Florida too. Anyhow, if you can get one without the Cold Weather package, that would save some bucks. I think it nice looking and could easily be a "forever" car for someone older who doesn't need or want a new car every few years. My Sentra is 7 years old, 68K miles and paid for and I'd rather have a (new) motorcycle also, than to have a new car. But this one is really nice and I like fabric interior better than leather. I wouldn't have it even at no cost, and fake leather is a huge no, and bound to tear up over time. Paying no attention to the 90s throwback fanny pack in a 2025 new car, (in front no less), it must be Star Trek time travel and you're from the past. if I were in the market for a new one (the car, not the fanny pack), this Camry would be in the lead. Sorry to give you a hard time about the pack, doesn't matter what's inside, no one does that, but I'll get over it if it isn't in the next video. I think the style is great and having had two Toyotas in the past (one was a Cressida - loved it), they were among the best cars I ever had. I'm an auto detailer and have been since before it was a thing (40 years now). I see a lot of cars, drive most of them, and know in detail how they are made inside, but not under the hood necessarily (I'm a detailer Jim, not a mechanic). Some cars I only need an APC to clean the whole thing if is plastic, then wipe it down with some UV conditioner and I'm done with hard surfaces. It's so It nice to see one that isn't totally like that, and I get the back doors would be more cheaply made. I love gray, and my car is gray, but my seats are black framed with charcoal inserts. Those gray seats are rather light, so I'd have to see the black ones to make a decision. You said it was "summertime in Florida". I thought it was always summertime here. I have Disney on my right and Bush Gardens on the left. We have 11 months of summer here and Christmas time is usually about 70 (there are exceptions). But a heated steering wheel? That is so pitiful. When I lived up north in D.C., I wore gloves and it actually got cold there. Great video, my comments are meant in humor. Very good car.

[@GameKeyModSquad-hr4ln]

This is a sick car. Can’t go wrong

[@MikeForsythe]

This car can’t remotely be beat at 30k. Great review

[@I_dont_read_responses]

Depends on what one is looking for... beat it in a drag race? Including the used market? Including cars sokd all over the world? Etc.

[@MikeForsythe]

@ new car

[@georgegould667]

Does this car have a spare tire & jack ?

[@rightlanehog3151]

Kirk, After detailed investigation, I have finally come to an answer as to why Toyota Canada won't sell us the fantastic Camry LE. Following exhaustive research and internal discussion, they simply could not (in good conscience) figure out a way to price the LE at $37,000 the way our 'base' SE is priced. 🤬

[@RickStein-i9o]

Toyota in Canada is ridiculous. I'm a Honda guy and wanted to take a shot at a Toyota. They treat you like you owe them your business because it's Toyota. They ask for ridiculous deposits on vehicles they cannot give accurate timelines on When vehicles will be delivered. I ended up with another Honda. And even they were not pleasant to deal with. I think the next vehicle I buy will buy cash and they can deliver it to me . I am done with dealerships.

[@AtownGoods]

@@RickStein-i9o 100% Canada Toyota sucks have to put in a deposit and wait 4-8 months to get a Camry. Customer service was terrible. I've been a Toyota & honda guy for the last 20 years we jumped over to the Mazda CX5 for the value!

[@yo2trader539]

@@RickStein-i9o Are dealerships in Canada owned and operated by Toyota? Or are they owned by Canadians?

[@markbeshay]

@@RickStein-i9othat’s the case with anything in Canada lol😭🤣🤣 what about the real estate market where families have paid their deposits upwards of 100k for a new property that they’ve yet to see 8 years later while paying rent somewhere else the whole time… it’s not just cars it’s just about everything these days. Hopefully one day O Canada🫡

[@haneenhasan3830]

my dad got me one im so happy

[@jonyuren9370]

I would recommend this gen over the last gen in term of the hybrid model. This new one doesn't feel like its lagging when you're in Eco mode.

[@wulongchai]

woo nice. Finally see Kirk on mid sedan hybrid. Wonder if Kirk gonna test drive 2025 sonata hybrid too and compare with camry.

[@tails300]

LE AWD would be my choice if I was on the market.

[@btrew2u]

Great review for the U.S.. Just learned (Motormouth Review) that the base LE trim has been dropped in Canada. Changes things significantly as our prices are significantly higher to begin with.😢

[@SlayAtHomeDad311]

The drivetrain hump may be for the exhaust

[@austinatomTV]

Yea I’d DEFINITELY put on some SE wheels. That’s about it tho.

[@ro0ster648]

I would keep the LE wheels, so many XSE and SE wheels get stolen nowadays.

[@piggy310]

8th generation is still the sexiest Camry. This one's great but the last generation was just plain sexier

[@Cdub_socks]

If they had this model with the bigger multimedia display, I'd be sold. I'd just get the all week drive too cause winter is bad in my area. Still, this Camry is one I'm eyeing to get for sure!

[@jamesdarcy3902]

I bought the 2025 Camry LE but am keeping my 2015 Subaru Outback for winter mountain trips.

[@rkgsd]

I gotta have premium audio and need that bass thump. If only that was an option on the base model.

[@Irishmanbikes]

I can't decide whether to buy the LE loaded or the SE loaded. The SE is $2475 more than the LE loaded. I am test driving an LE today. I want to check out the comfort of the seats. I drove an SE the other day with the SoftTex seats and Loved it.

[@Sam-tx7le]

What did u choose?

[@Irishmanbikes]

@@Sam-tx7le The Camry LE loaded, but I am waiting till Winter is over. Probably either April or May.

[@StatGren73]

The forced options are ridiculous. It's not just paying $79 for $10 in cables, but the fact that you wouldn't even use cables in this car! Data connection is Bluetooth, and charging is wireless. But my favorite is a first aid kit. Why not a bag of popcorn for $29?

[@markbeshay]

Lmaooo Kirk’s the typa guy to tell you not to give Toyota $20 per cable and instead give some Temu lookin site $19.99 per cable using his affiliate link for a 10% off discount💀💀🤣

[@dontdoxmebro]

Sucks you can’t find the winter package in Florida

[@michaelhatfield5808]

A honest car which are in short supply nowadays

[@25decembar]

Kirk, it's just rain bro lol Great review, thank you.

[@25decembar]

Lexus: Let's make soft cars so they are comfy. Car Reviewers: Lexus are grandpa and grandma cars. Lexus: Ok, we listened to you. Here's a stiffer ride with better handling but nothing extreme unless you're in an F. Car Reviewer: We love the new Camry because it rides soft like the old Lexus. Lexus: 😳

[@realtalk5931]

Kirk is the best reviewer and my best friend ❤

[@jordanimatedstreaming]

Energy prices in the long term are always unpredictable but overall trend upwards as the years go by. This car with it's low MSRP base model in combination with a high mpg hybrid system will bring peace of mind to buyers that ownership will remain affordable. People buying cars with intentions to own them long term (as in 10+ years from now) should consider what gas prices could be in the future and what government/tax incentives for EV's could do to impact and undermine the resale value of I.C.E. cars.

[@piggy310]

When Democrats are in charge, everything's unpredictable.

[@jamesdarcy3902]

The consumer never benefits from Government subsidies. The manufacturer or service provider always raises prices to fully capture the value of the subsidy. The consumer is stuck with higher taxes and insurance costs on the artificially inflated price.

[@jamesdarcy3902]

Also the open market rewards desirable products and services. The Government subsidizes losers when they are politically correct.

[@jazbah2194]

Kirk, real question. You're in FL, I lived in the 904 so I get the "AWD not worth it" but now I'm in the midwest, if you had to get through snow would you get the AWD then? or still not worth it @ $1400.

[@YourKoreanCPA]

XLE or LE ? which is better

[@stevepfi1]

Great review. Thank you.

[@flagmobile4472]

I took delivery of a 2025 Camry LE today. It has an MSRP of 32,730 . I paid 30,000 plus tax and tags.

[@birdieshoots4291]

Teach me your negotiation skills

[@flagmobile4472]

The markup is approx 8.5 % Single out a handful of Camrys that are identical . Visit each dealer and tell them you are shopping . Offer them a buy it now price equal to 8.5 off the msrp or get their best price before visiting the next dealer with the same pitch. Tell each dealer about the previous offer you received. This works best with a straight sale.

[@chadhaire1711]

If they made the non-hybrid four you would have paid $4,000 less now you will have to drive 150,000 miles to break even--sucker

[@flagmobile4472]

​@@chadhaire1711 Sounds good

[@mrnarason]

Please compare with 2025 civic hybrid

[@mindspinn311]

I love the simplicity of the Camry LE. Small wheels, fabric seats, maximum efficiency. That said, a 2025 Civic Hybrid is within $1000 and offers a hatchback. I love the Civic interior and user interface, and how it drives, but I know the Camry is the better hybrid in most cases. I like both cars for different reasons. Not sure which direction I’ll go.

[@natnut2008]

Civic is a lot less car though since it's one full size smaller.

[@mindspinn311]

@@natnut2008 The Civic is MUCH larger inside and out than a Corolla. It’s almost a mid-size car at this point.

[@markbeshay]

1:10 “Don’t pay Toyota $20 per cable when you can pay Temu $19.99 per cable…”

[@mariakepler1700]

How does compare to the base Jetta?

[@michaelcaley7735]

I would buy the LE also, I am good with key fobs harder for hackers to steal codes over air waves. The base wheels look nice for a base car.

[@georgegould667]

Does it come with remote start on the key fob ?

[@WetFlamez]

How does the SE compare to the LE and XSE in terms of ride comfort and noise?

[@shannon6326]

You said the awd is not worth it in your opinion. Can you explain why you feel that way? Is it because you’re in Florida?

[@elai3147]

camry looks great with smaller wheels, le is perfect

[@ATAKER66]

Can you do a speaker sound test? There’s already reviews on the premium sound systems but they never compare it to the base version to get a reference point.

[@Tugennov]

Thanks. It looks great. Do you find that the forward angle on the headrest is a little excessive? I've been in Rav4 with a steam forward angle that bothers my neck when I'm in an upright seating position that would otherwise be very comfortable. Cheers.

[@davidparkin9017]

With smaller wheels, you get fatter tires for a smoother ride. I will take the the floor mats, though. Quiet interior. Armrests are soft on the elbows. Biggest negative, I prefer the eight speed automatic transmission over the CVT. Also one of the instrument clusters should show 1.tach 2.speedo 3.fuel 4.coolant 5.oil pressure 6.volt meeter. Conclusion: I will stick with my E39 530i.

[@michaelryan616]

Would really appreciate a review of the rav4 hybrid le

[@carlf.9035]

Is the touch button and transmission an issue in the new Camrys , they've only been using the park and engine buttons for about 4 years only compared to competitors.

[@piggy310]

While other automakers are completely dropping their sedans Toyota managers to make it even better Camry

[@HumbleBearcat]

I wonder how is the seat support at the lumbar area without the lumbar adjustment option purchase?