2024 Toyota Camry Hybrid Sedan

　　

2024 Toyota Camry Hybrid Review

byJared GallCorrespondent

　　Jared Gall started his career in the auto industry in 2001 with an internship at Car and Driver. He has written and edited many thousands of car reviews, technological deep-dives, industry analyses, and personality profiles. He is a correspondent at zzdcar and still has the 1969 Chevrolet C20 he dragged out of his parents' barn and drove until Car and Driver started giving him cars to evaluate.

　　, rating written byJared GallAssociate Manager, Vehicle Testing and Operations

　　Rex Tokeshi-Torres has worked in the automotive industry for over 17 years. Rex is a vehicle testing technician and photographer at zzdcar and is responsible for coordinating vehicle testing and logistics, organizing data, and capturing photos for the site and social media. He has written over 100 vehicle-related articles and has rated, tested and reviewed hundreds of vehicles over the course of his career. He has also contributed content to Autobytel, Autotrader, Automobile, the Associated Press and DSport along with various motorsport teams. His affinity with cars started because of Hot Wheels and his love of modifying cars. He occasionally drives Subarus.

　　Hybrid technology is no longer limited to weird-looking economy cars, but even today it is surprising to find such outstanding efficiency in a car as large as the Camry. Toyota's midsize sedan has plenty of room for adults in the front and back seats, a reasonably sized trunk, and fuel economy nearly as high as the Prius'. You don't give up much for the improved fuel economy either. The Camry Hybrid is still quite spacious, comfortable and affordable.

　　

Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2024 Toyota Camry Hybrid LE 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.06 per gallon for regular unleaded in North Dakota.

Monthly estimates based on costs in North Dakota

　　$74/mo  for Camry Hybrid LE

　　Camry Hybrid LE

　　LE 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT) - $28,855 MSRPSE 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT) (Most Popular) - $30,390 MSRPSE Nightshade 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT) - $31,390 MSRPXLE 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT) - $33,745 MSRPXSE 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT) - $34,295 MSRP

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　　$165/mo

　　Avg. Midsize Car

　　

zzdcar spotlight: Your mileage may vary

The 2024 Toyota Camry Hybrid is an efficiency all-star. According to the EPA, the LE gets 52 mpg in combined city/highway driving. That's excellent for a midsize hybrid sedan. The EPA's estimate drops a little for the SE, XSE and XLE trims because of their wheels and tires (they're more stylish but not quite as good for overall fuel economy), but even then you're still looking at an appealing 46 mpg.

　　

Competitors to consider

Toyota isn't the only brand to squeeze heroic fuel economy out of a midsize sedan. The Hyundai Sonata Hybrid also gets 52 mpg combined, and the hybrid version of the Honda Accord manages 48 mpg combined. Buyers in the snowbelt wanting all-wheel drive won't find it on the Camry, but Toyota does offer it on other hybrids. The new Toyota Crown sedan comes only as a hybrid with all-wheel drive and gets an estimated 41 mpg. The Prius is also available with AWD. Check out our Expert Rating below to see if the Camry Hybrid is right for you.

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　　Good

　　7.9

　　out of 10

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Performance

7.0/10

　　How does the Camry Hybrid drive? There's goodness in broad swaths with the Camry Hybrid. The sedan's power is decent in day-to-day use. In our testing, we measured a 0-60 mph time of about 8 seconds, which is slightly better than average for a midsize hybrid sedan.

　　Hybrid performance is smooth and care-free. Braking is predictable and very usable in everyday applications, and the low-rolling-resistance tires, which are common in this class, also provide average braking distances. Steering and handling are decent for the class. Overall, it's acceptable from a performance standpoint, but day-to-day commuting is its main strength.

　　

Comfort

8.0/10

　　How comfortable is the Camry Hybrid? Comfort is where any midsize sedan should shine and the Camry Hybrid does just that. The climate control creates a welcome environment, and the seating comfortably accommodates a range of body types. The optional ventilated seats are a boon in warmer climates, and there's very little noise in the cabin coming from wind or the road at highway speeds.

　　Our only nitpick is the XLE Hybrid's ride comfort. It's great around town but can sometimes feel overly buoyant at highway speeds. The extra weight of the hybrid system is evident.

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