The Hybrid Camry Might Be The BEST CAMRY! | 2018 Toyota Camry Hybrid
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- The new Camry Hybrid is very impressive. This 2018 Toyota Camry XLE Hybrid review covers the exterior, interior, and goes for a test drive. On its new TNGA platform, this hybrid Camry feels much better than the last generation Camry in every aspect. I came away very impressed, although I would liked to see memory/ventilated seats at this $37k price level. Due to the new hybrid system and battery placement, this 2018 Camry Hybrid has better trunk space and great weight distribution for excellent handling in this class. Let me know what you think!
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Thanks for watching! Would you consider the hybrid over the regular gas models? This hybrid provided a great balance of efficiency and driving dynamics and is a big improvement over last generation in many ways. Be sure to comment below and let me know what you think! 👍
I agree, i thought it was really interesting they didn't offer those things. I guess they really wanted to keep some distance from Lexus and the Avalon. Appreciate the input and thanks for watching!
I agree with you. Good points. Another thing is that the current 2018 Rav4 even offers memory seats too. Crazy. I’m excited for that Rav4, but want to see the Camry get that extra stuff too
Personally prefer gas over Hybrid but glad both are offered for this amazing Camry. The more the engines choices the more buyers can get to choose from. It will remain the best selling sedan for the next foreseeable years unless a miracle happens ;)
I’m with you on the gas. Definitely good to have options, thanks for watching and I appreciate your input!
For me, I’m just a little more old fashion with powertrains...even though Toyota has a proven hybrid system, I would just prefer traditional gas. With that said, I still would not hesitate to buy a hybrid and keep it for 10+years, and expect it to last that, but I would probably have anxiety about the battery going bad after warranty lol
A guy in the neighborhood has one , God it's so gorgeous can't stop looking at it when i see it
Haha that’s great!
My 5 Likes and Dislikes on the Camry here: th-cam.com/video/bVRRedrknKs/w-d-xo.html
The front end is growing on me !
At first i hated the big grill and found the XSE model sexy... but now im starting to like this front end too. This car is damn near perfect
I agree with you, I always favored the XSE but after being around this one it grew on me too. Toyota did Great with this gen Camry. Thanks for watching!
Uug! I wish I could agree.
The XSE pops tires often. Make sure to have enough funds for at least 2 tires a year 🤣
I had a 2008 Camry Hybrid which I liked very much. However, due to age and milage I decided to replace it with a new 2020 model. Bought the new Camry Hybrid in November and is still thrilled about it's performance and comfort. Definately value for the money spent! ( The old 2008 Camry Hybrid is still in the family as I handed it over to my son).
That was a very good video. I bought this exact car 4 months ago and love it. I have averaged 48mpg. What amazes me is that on the interstate going 70mph, I have averaged 48.5. If you speed up past that, your mpg suffers. 74 mph will Average 45-46 mpg . This is the best car I have ever owned . Very nice interior, great ride and easy to drive on long trips . Safety sense is excellent. The only problem I have found is with the no cord charging pad for you phone. Your phone will slide on and off the charging spot so you think your charging your phone and your not. That’s a minor complaint because the car is super awesome!
Thank you! I’m glad to hear it, I was also very impressed with the MPGs I got with it. Good point on that charging pad, never would have thought if that. Thanks for sharing this and for watching!
That's very nice mpg. Bout spot on what's stated.
pnweezy talked with a guy yesterday at rest area , he has the LE, lithium battery pack. He was getting in the mid 50’s going 73 mph . Incredible! The le also weighs less than the xle!
I'm kind of surprised by that mileage. That seems low for the LE Hybrid and high for the SE Hybrid or XLE Hybrid. I'm guessing you have a LE and are getting on the lower end on mileage.
jimv1983 Maybe one has a bigger size battery and other little smaller battery??
I buy Camryhybrid like 45 days ago that's the best car right now in the market love my new car 😍😍😍😍
Awesome, glad to hear you love it! 👍
I have been doing a ton of research on the 2018 Camry. I’m leaning towards the hybrid, and watch several videos. Yours is the best! It was the most informative video that I’ve seen by far! We’re looking forward to going to the local dealer, and driving a few different models.
Thanks, Jack! That means a lot. It’s a great car and really impressed me. If I was getting a new Camry..As much as I love the V6, I’d probably go for the Hybrid. Great all around.
Thanks for watching!
You will not be disappointed, I have 39000 miles on mine, no issues, no problems, amazing car. Only pet peeve is that you can’t backup too fast with out the pre-collision system engaging and applying the brakes. Normal people won’t have an issue with that, I back up too fast but I have since fixed my driving
if you floor the gas petal ..that is the gas motor ...but if you back off the gas petal slowly until you feel the elec-motor kick in it will pick up speed faster and you will still save on gas!
even though i own a hybrid i still felt that i was getting so much to know about the car i am already driving...gr8 video
That’s great, thanks for sharing that with me!
New Camry is amazing
Yes it made big improvements over the last Camry! Thanks for watching!
A great review! I text drove two, and decided on the XLE because I wanted the JBL system, and other options that are not available on the SE. I just love the grill on the SE, and wished that more options were available in that model. I plan on spending more time inside the car than outside, so the XLE won.
I agree with you completely! SE looks over XLE but yes, getting the things the XLE has are worth more than looks. Hope you enjoy your Camry! Thanks for sharing that with me!
@@PrimeAutotainment i tested the car with the JBL. But i will bet getting the base 6 speaker. Please tell me its still ok xdd plz
Nice video review man!! Great looking car. Toyota has mastered the hybrid system.
Thank you! They definitely have...long lasting efficiency!
Aside from the looks and the lack of Android Auto, the Camry is the winner of the mid-size hybrid battle
Yeah really, it won me over that’s for sure. Great all around vehicle.
The xle is so much better looking up front than the cheesy xse with the fake vents.
I just traded in my 2017 Camry LE for a 2018 Camry LE Hybrid and I love it. Thanks for the video, it really educated me on my new car!
Small tip for things that flicker on camera like the HUD; if it has a brightness control, turn it up to max, that will usually stop the camera flicker.
The flickering is something called PWM brightness control, which is a technique for giving something a perceived adjustable brightness range while still only having two brightness levels (on or off) in reality, by flickering it at high speed and adjusting the ratio of on-time to off-time, which changes the overall light output and the perceived brightness. Usually the maximum brightness setting will set it to a 100% duty cycle (100% on-time and 0% off-time), or in other words constant light output, which eliminates the camera flicker.
Wow that’s fantastic to know. Thanks for sharing that. I’m going to try to remember that (Writing this down lol) for the future. Appreciate the information 👌
Awesome review, great car Toyota’s have always been reliable for me personally. Keep up the great work!
Thank you very much!
Absolutely, Toyota/Lexus are the most reliable machines
Seeing this car in real is more awesome.
Yes it is!
I want this car so bad lol
Thanks for your great review. I rented the non hybrid one for a week, and loved it. Only problems were the transmission shifts roughly and initial takeoff is sluggish, unless I put my foot in it. I hear the hybrid doesn't have those issues, but can't find one to rent. I think I'd prefer the LE Hybrid for its lithium battery and better gas mileage.
Thank you very much! You’re right, the Hybrid has a different transmission and you get instant electric power on takeoffs, not a ton but better. Good idea with the LE, should be very efficient for you!
As far as renting one...you could possibly rent one from a Toyota Rent A Car dealership...some do that, some don’t but worth checking into. A good no pressure way of testing one out. Possibly check Turo.com
Thank you. I know once I drive one, it'll be the deciding factor. Thanks for the link.
You bet, good luck and have fun!
Great video thank you. You have a relaxing voice.
Thanks Brett! Glad you enjoyed the video 👍
Great Review Man. As a 2016 Camry Hybrid XLE owner, I must say that this new one is impressive. If hope Toyota adds carplay and memory seats for 2019.
Thank you! I completely agree with you, hopefully they do! Thanks for watching 👍
They really need to add embedded navigation to the non-V6 models. A deal breaker until they do.
i had the 2016 Camry xle hybrid also ..this one is much better and in the summer i get 58+mpg once engine and battery warms up!
CarPlay now available -source (I own 2018 hybrid XLE)
john tate
Wow insane gas per gallon I am planning on getting the LE hybrid Camry it feels great driving and says it like 53 miles to the gallon highways or so. I hope soon
Thinking of buying a model in 2019 when released on to the UK market. Your video was really informative and very easy to listen to and watch. Hoping that they will release a Sportswagon version in the UK because that's what I really want. Thanks again!
Thank you very much! Glad it was helpful for you. I feel like a sportswagon would be pretty awesome, hopefully they do. Thanks for watching! 👍
if you want to go fast instead of flooring the pedal ,go down 3/4 of the way and the electric motor will kick in and boost you like a turbo and you can haul ass and still save gas! if the electric doesnt kick in ease up on the pedal and it will
I like how he described in detail of each functions. And how it feels when mashed the pedal. How well it handles at turns and corners. And when needed to speed up to catch up with traffic s. He reviewers sucks at reviewing car's functions and what it means when you need the power to pass other car or get on the onram entering freeway. That Eco mode is supposed to work like he said. It gives you all the power you need like a normal mode when mashed the gas pedal and then go back to Eco mode when done. This generation model hybrid is weaker than the previous generation model because Toyota uses a smaller electric motor with a lot lower horse power and torque in saving weights and efficiency to get better gas mileage. Previous generation model feels a lot more power than it's stated. Probably Close to 300 instead of 200 cuz of the combined power engine and electric motor s. I have v6 Accord and '14 Camry hybrid. The Accord v6 is like 265 and can't keep up with the Camry hybrid. The best part is on a hill climb, the hybrid is gone. It gets up and go. Thanks instant torque.
Thanks for the kind words. I was impressed with this car in a lot of ways. Thanks for watching and commenting!
I own a similar 2018 ZR spec , the ECO mode tires you out with the squishy resistance in the accelerator - promoting slower driving and frankly embarrassingly slow take-off. Where as Normal mode matches a more typical accelerator experience while not changing the MPG at all! It's all in how you drive it. I find the usage of the electric motor highly intelligent. Super planted and stiff car while having some impressive dampening.
god i just bought the XSE its amazing
That’s awesome! Happy to hear it 👍
stevenan93 how much was it after i pay off my toyota 86 i want that one
Tired of people saying it’s the best Camry or accord ever. Of course it should be better since it’s a new model.
Not always, some newer models are worse than their predecessors.
I might consider one after the Lexus UX250H comes out I will decide.
It would be a good option, I was impressed with it.
The new UX seems cool...haven’t been in one though. I’m real excited to see the 2019 Rav4 Hybrid...should be top notch especially MPGs
Good review. One comment would be to speak in more detail to the other models (i.e. LE and SE). This would help the consummer make a more informed decission when buying.
Thanks,\Mark
Thanks, Mark! Good suggestion. I definitely should cover other models and will do better in the future! I appreciate the input.
I meant to say, great review.
Thanks Larry! I’m actually testing out an Avalon this week. I won’t be able to compare it to a new Camry...but I’ll have a full review on it in a couple weeks
Very nice video
Thank you, Robert!
Skip the xle, get the LE with the lithium ion battery and 20% greater fuel economy. Thats the point of a hybrid anyways.
That’s right! Too bad this doesn’t get lithium ion cuz that MPG difference is quite a bit!
The XLE Hybrid mileage is good enough considered all the things you get with the XLE.
It's the wheels/tyres that make the MPG difference, not the battery type.
Problem what i owned toyota is never breaking down i cannot buy other toyota
Do you own a Toyota right now?
I've had the same Toyota for 16 years. Only thing I've replaced is the thermostat. I'm considering buying the new Camry XSE V6 just to experience something different. At this rate, my car will likely keep going for another 10 years minimum.
That’s fantastic! I love hearing that. We have an 04 highlander and we still love it. But like you , considering something new.
The new Camry is pretty impressive to me, but leaves a little in the table like ventilated seats or memory seats. But still. I haven’t driven the new V6 yet sadly. Either way, I hope your current car keeps on kickin!
I would like to see your comparsion review of the new Avalon.
Car means to me just transportation which means moving A to B , if not give any problem I am happy not adding another headache toward my busy life ,that reason makes me happy with taco truck
I would get the LE
Not a bad choice at all! Drives great with even better MPG 👍
Great job
all-in for XLE
Where you put your knee on the console on the right side I use a sponge iveco sponge to the plastic my problem with the 2018 Toyota Camry is the console is a little too wide they could have went Less on the console in the width so that the seat belt clip will not dig into your hip while driving long distance or maybe they can make an indentation to where you could put the seat belt clip into a hole that would connect inside the console so that is not digging in your hip
The SE does not give you a sport tuned suspension, all Camry's have the same suspension. With the SE, you get a different look. I drove both the XSE V6 and the XLE V6 to verify that and they were identical. Freaking love the V6 XSE.
They did an awesome job with the new Camry! I haven't driven the Camry V6, but i've driven the new Avalon and the V6 definitely has some power. Drives and handles great. I just looked back and the Toyota press release website isn't loading the documents but here's what it says about XSE/SE models: "Independent MacPherson strut front suspension with stabilizer bar; multi-link rear suspension with stabilizer bar, sport-tuned shock absorbers and springs, and front strut tower bracing"
Vs. L/LE/XLE models: "Independent MacPherson strut front suspension with stabilizer bar; multi-link rear suspension with stabilizer bar, and front strut tower bracing"
basically just adding sport tuned shock absorbers/spings. That's interesting that they felt the same, but i totally believe it because it's all on the same platform and basically the same setup. Thanks for sharing and watching!
My dream car
Hey man i love this reviews XLE is my choices
Interior looks great. Don't have same options in Australia
I agree. That’s interesting how it varies country to country. Even US and Canada have different features sometimes
It's really exciting car!!
It would of been the lighting of the interior/exterior of the car at night.
2018 camry sales are up 33% where all the midsize sedans are down 10% for accord, 17% fusion, 20% mazda6 and ............kia optima hyundai sonata ...............are down atleast 30% or more. ford fusion are consistently dropping 10% every year this year was a major drop by 22%. for decided to discontinue ford fusion and continue in sun's only.
Impressive stats, thank you!
I have a 17 SE as well... mines Cosmic Grey with the black interior. Wish it had the JBL stereo and smart key...
Nice! Yeah both of those are nice to have!
I think the car is great. Minor complaint...the charge pad is hard plastic and the cell phone can slide around if you have a hard case.
D Call negative, the charge pad is soft rubber on the XLE.
What is the RPM's at 60 MPH on a level road? I test drove a 2019 Avalon XLE hybrid and the RPM's at 60 MPH was 1500 RPM.
Dang I can’t remember. Considering they both have same Battery, 2.5 Liter has engine....Camry weighs a little less but has slightly wider tires - I would think it’s very similar
Ya I think it’s a 8 speed cvt so it really saves on the gas ? I believe I road the LE Hybrid and the gas and I really love the Camry Hybrid overall it was smooth and just cruising around. I am older and not racing fast. I don’t need any tickets $$$$
60 mph in the Camry hybrid is around 1500rpm too, the engine is really relaxed at 60 mph... and inside of the car you never hear the engine, only if you push full throttle, very nice car, I own a 2019 XLE and it’s really amazing if you compare the ride quality of this one with the competition!
Do you have to charge the hybrid at all? If so how often? Or can it just run purely on gas?
Panoramic sunroof is available on the non hybrid models XSE XLE
I should have clarified! When I talked about it I was only thinking of hybrids. Thanks!
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Good points made on the Accord video talking about Camry features. Thanks for watching!
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Why is their LE getting 51 to the gallon but the XLE is getting around 44 mpg. Seems like the wheels are the only difference.
The LE has a lithium Ion Battery while the others get the nickel metal hydride - is still prefer the nickel metal hydride because that’s what they’ve been using for years and it’s proven itself reliable regardless of cold or hot weather where the lithium ion could potential degrade faster
Hybrid has more torque than the v6
no it doesnt.
@J Knox but it doesnt have more torque than the v6
I have this trim... the interface sucks. I had to buy the GPS app. You have to pay to use the app for remote start. Over all the tech sucks.
May car I can fit my bottle in my Camry
If the battery is dead the Camry hybrid still can be started up and run? Please kindly answer me
If it’s the hybrid drive battery that’s under the seat...pretty sure that would have to be replaced or fixed (not sure how they work in those). If it’s the 12volt battery it can be jump started but I believe there are special spots under the hood instead of actually attaching to the battery in the trunk
He said butt, hehe
0-40 and 0-80 Camry Hybrid vs. Accord Hybrid please.. Also, which would you choose?
thxx
I haven’t been able to drive an Accord Hybrid so can’t speak much on it. But overall I think the Accord interior is nice. They each offer things the other doesn’t. Accord has more space overall.
I think the Camry is a bit softer riding..hopefully I can get in an Accord Hybrid soon
lookin forward to a video if u can make one
Nick S the last time I had a Honda I asked about doing a comparison of the Accord Hybrid and the Insight so i should be able to get my hands on one soon
Cause there IS a person there that you cannot see...LOL
Chen Ye what are you talking about lol
Why the hump in the floor, its fwd!
The exhaust has to get to the back of the car somehow.
the front seats can go up and down
The 2018 Camry Hybrid's GPS is unreliable, requires you tether your phone by USB, uses an application that is like GPS units from 15 years ago and drops off for no apparent reason. Tried with various smart phones still not reliable. Also with this GPS arrangement your turn by turn instructions are not displayed in the HUD display as shown in the brochure for 2018 Camrys.
I agree in the GPS...needs improvement. I would always use my phones GPS instead, it’s a shame.
I have Toyota Camry hybrid 2018. Fully loaded. Paid over 40k.
Navigation is zero. I do city drive only 32miles per gallon .
How long have you had it? I’m sure that number will go up with time
I have 2014 se hybrid. 38.4 city and 41 hwy. Brakes still like brand new. Just turned 100k. Nav works ok. Only issue is touchscreen lower corner in last 3 months
Prime Autotainment I have it for one year now. Same 32 miles in city only.
Dang that’s a bummer. I don’t understand why it would be down like that
Is that gas engine or hybrid engine???
new camry is a damn good looking car hands down...accord trying to copy charger.
The door closing sounded like a tin can. Doesn't inspire confidence.
Happy Cupcake yeah it was disappointing. Sounds worse than the last generations doors and those were nothing special
Ok soyfan 😂
Hi all
Can we use the car only on petrol. Like start up and daily use. Also could you plz help. What if the batteries dead after the warranty its way to expensive. So in that case without fixing the batteries can we drive the car on petrol like normal camry non hybrid??
Thanks
As long as the battery is working, Yes you can use it only on petrol, it doesn’t plug in or anything like that. However, if the battery fails or quits working later on, I believe you can’t operate the vehicle until that’s fixed or replaced. I’m not sure what the cost is though.
Prime Autotainment thanks
This is the only thing make you think. Bcoz as per my calculation you can hardly save 370 or 380 $ * 6 years = 2280 $ in 6 years and the battery cost as people talking around 1000$ to 6000$ is that true ? Save in fuel i mean non hybrid car
I’m not sure what the battery replacement cost is...I’ve heard a big range of numbers too. I guess it depends on how much you drive and what type of driving you do...if it’s a lot of city urban driving with idle time and frequent braking, the hybrid does so much better than regular car, but highway mileage is negligible sometimes. Whatever calculations work best for you and your lifestyle! Thanks for watching!
Is the hybrid faster than the gas engine?
Yes it is by a little bit!
it detected a ghost in the back so be careful
Compare this to the Accord Hybrid!!!
I won’t be able to have this car again anytime soon...but could potentially get my hands on an Accord Hybrid if you want? I’m actually reviewing the new Honda Insight tomorrow (hope to publish Saturday)
SE line way nicer looking than the LE line
I agree
Nice car ruined by the fact that you can't get built in navigation on any model other than the V6.
Good point. Toyota's latest entune is definitely better, but still needs to integrate that like you said!
entune isn't good. They need to just get android/apple car play already.
Really good for a cvt? Lol, most reviewer doesn’t really realize what is a Toyota ecvt and don’t know what they are talking about.
Considering it’s an electronically controlled planetary gearset, although it behaves similar to a traditional CVT it was less droany and I experienced less “winding up” feeing than others I’ve driven.
No memory seat on XLE? Come on Toyota. So basic.
No kidding!
Want as first car how much will it be in 5 years
this hybrid is appealing when compared to the accord which is hideous
Yes it definitely is appealing! Could always consider the brand new insight too
Prime Autotainment i wonder why hondas insight hybrid looks better than their mainstream bread and butter sedan😂
No kidding lol
Not a lithium battery as in a short battery life
I still see a lot of old Toyota Hybrids rocking the nickel metal hydride batteries. But at least you can get a lithium ion or nickel metal depending on the trim
I have a 2011 Hybrid. 8 years old and 150,000 miles. No issues with the battery so far.
@@jimv1983How long the battery last?
@@markg999 the entire time I owned the car with no issues. Probably many more years for whoever got it after me.
$2500 ad valorem tax :/ nahhhhhhhh
Unless you drive a crap load of miles every day, the hybrid makes no money sense, and you're not saving any trees considering the heavy metals and stuff that go into making the main battery. Diagnostic and repair costs will be higher than a regular Camry as well.
while hybrids do save you money on gas, the real reason to get one is they are just better cars than non-hybrids. I can't believe people still don't realize this.
Full tank would you drive a Hybrid or REGULAR CAR?
the leather is real not synthetic
Yep that’s what I said for this XLE at 5:22. they use synthetic in XSE and SE though 👍
@@PrimeAutotainment... i stand corrected ! (thanks)
No problem man, I make a lot of mistakes so you made me double check lol. Appreciate you watching! 👍
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Noooooo. 🤣 Good driving dynamics!?!? The Camry has ABYSMAL driving dynamics. Steering is WAY too heavy. On top of that the interior is cheap garbage.
My 1998 Camry will last longer than this one :D
Jan Erik Olausen lol I won’t argue that. Those things are bulletproof
Is the 1998 still going?
@@spitzndtruth1484 It is :)
@@SuperHebbe glad to hear it! I seen your comment was 2yrs old had to ask lol! Happy driving take care
@@spitzndtruth1484 Gonna run for one more year, then the rust is gonna make it go to the scrap yard :(