The Toyota Camry has a solid reputation for being very reliable. This helps it to be a strong contender in the midsize sedan segment. The various powertrain options give a wide range of choices. These include an eco-friendly hybrid, a powerful engine, and a fuel-efficient one. The Toyota Camry has good handling and gives a smooth ride. But it lags in performance behind the turbocharged and sportier rivals. There is also a lot of standard driver-assistance technology. This includes lane departure warning, adaptive cruise control, and forward-collision warning. There may be some minor defects in the Toyota Camry. Even then, it is among the best versions of the Camry that the brand has ever manufactured.

 

Interior Build

Both the Toyota Camry XLE and SE trims are comfortable and spacious. The XLE can be termed as a downright premium car. But, there is a lot of gap in material quality between the expensive models and the entry-level versions. The center part of the dashboard does not have a beautiful design. The Toyota Camry is a large car. There is a lot of space in both the truck and the cabin. It is even more enhanced when the rear seats are folded. It cannot be termed as the very top in all storage categories. But it is usually pretty competitive. The company has relocated the battery of the Toyota Camry. It is now placed beneath the rear seats instead of being in the trunk. This helps the car to increase its luggage carrying capacity.

Utility

The Toyota Camry is very fuel-efficient, dependable, and easy to use. But this comes at the expense of some excitement. It is not as premium or as feature-driven as some of its main rivals. But the variety of textures and its design make the car look good without giving up on the functionality. The company's after-care support and warranties are usual. There is a three-year basic coverage and five-year powertrain coverage. This is far away from what Hyundai provides in its cars. But it is comparable to what is given by other brands.

Technological Changes

The Toyota Camry has enhanced smartphone integration with the inclusion of Android Auto. Amazon Alexa and Apple CarPlay were integrated into the last version. The touchscreen of the infotainment system is easy on the eyes. There is built-in navigation that is found on the higher models if you need it. There is a choice to add a wireless charger, and there are several USB ports present also. This gives a lot of charge to all the passengers on the road. All the Toyota Camrys come with a lot of standard driver assistance features. These include lane-keeping assist, automatic emergency braking, and adaptive cruise. Some aids are highly sensitive at times. This hinders its usability. But other systems prove very handy in avoiding accidents. One of these is the surround-view camera system.

Driving Experience

The Toyota Camry SE has been optimized to get good fuel economy. But it results in slow acceleration in the car. The car went 60 miles per hour in more than eight seconds. But it does not feel so slow in the real world. This is because the transmission helps to make up for this. It has rapid shifting and quick response. But you can feel a gear downshift when you go low on gas. This is because it tries to run the car smoothly with the available engine power. The vehicle has the advantage of a sportier suspension. This gives it a more hunkered-down feeling. It is not very aggressive driving. But it will take care of anything that the typical driver will face on a day-to-day basis. The brakes have a responsive and light pedal and are easy to control. The Toyota Camry has a performance that can be termed as average in this class.

Comfort Factor

The car has a smooth ride with comfortable and big seats. The Toyota Camry is suitable for a lot of drivers, even when they go on lengthy tours. There is also an easy-to-use and powerful climate control system. This can cool the cabin very well, even when the temperatures get very hot. The Toyota Camry gives a good cabin environment for all the passengers who are present in the car. The biggest letdown in the car is that it allows a lot of outside noise inside. There is a lot of road and wind noise at highway speeds, and the engine has a noticeable buzz. The Toyota Camry has more noise than what is usual in this segment.

Conclusion:

The Toyota Camry forms a part of the conversation when it comes to cars in this segment. It has earned it right after being the highest sold car in this segment for many years. The latest Toyota Camry also does not fall behind. It has good handling capability and aggressive styling. It also has an airy cabin and good fuel economy. The main issues are the inadequate sound isolation and the average powered engine.