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2026 Toyota Camry Hybrid Review: Still the Sensible Choice

Sun Sep 20 2026

By: test

2026 Toyota Camry Hybrid Review: Still the Sensible Choice

The 2026 Toyota Camry arrives with hybrid power as standard across every

trim, and that single decision reshapes the whole car. There is no four

cylinder base engine any more and no V6 at the top.


What's new


The fifth generation hybrid system pairs a 2.5 litre four cylinder with

two electric motors for a combined 225 horsepower in front wheel drive

form. All wheel drive models add a rear motor and bring the total to 232

horsepower.


Fuel economy


Front wheel drive LE trims are rated at 51 mpg city and 53 mpg highway.

In a week of mixed driving we saw 47 mpg without trying, which is close

enough to the sticker to call it honest.



Interior and technology


A 12.3 inch touchscreen is standard on all but the base trim. Wireless

Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connect quickly and stayed connected.


The verdict


The Camry is not exciting and does not pretend to be. It is quiet,

efficient and built to still be running in ten years. For most buyers

that is the entire argument.