After driving a hybrid SX recently I agree we no longer need the V6. It's such a smooth, nippy combination that Toyota has just nailed again and again and again and it’s a perfect fit for a Camry of any grade.

A camry station wagon will be a massive seller imo since not everyone wants an SUV that sits higher and will offer a lot more boot space

@ADayInTheLifeOfJames

Жыл бұрын

Agreed!

I drive a 2008 Camry Grande and it's actually quite a nice car, comfortable on long drives however it can also be fun when driven hard on twisty mountain roads.

Picked up an ascent sport 2.5H a month ago after an 8month wait. great car. -Rubbish parking sensors (2 front and 2 rear only) -Garbage audio system Everything else about it is fabulous, shocked that I'm actually getting better than advertised fuel economy without trying!

@JasonISF

2 жыл бұрын

The Harmon Kardon sound in my partners 2021 Outback touring is way better sounding than the average JBL "premium" sound in my 2022 Camry hybrid SL.

I'm really enjoying driving my 2022 Camry hybrid SL. Lots of space for the little one, big boot and fantastic fuel economy. It'll even beat dual cab utes in a traffic light merger which is a bonus!

@hasratsingh2431

Жыл бұрын

I am waiting on my sx too bro

@hasratsingh2431

Жыл бұрын

@@lemarkusmywords4441 White with a red interior

I currently have an 07 Camry, I love it, biggest gripe is the boot weird opening, meaning I cant carry tall things in the boot, wish Toyota made a camry lift back or estate

I know your pain, John. I'm tall and also have problems with trousers that are too short.

@djizzah

2 жыл бұрын

he's being prepared for when the floods hit, high water pants

I do miss hearing about the V6 option with the Camry, but would choose the hybrid as I’m a budget conscious person and the hybrid has decent amount of power. I don’t own a Camry, but had an 2017 hybrid Camry as a rental car and beautiful car to drive and has oomph.

Just ordered an SX in Liquid Mercury! $43,500 with protectors and dash mat. A lot of car for the money! Coming out of a V6 Camry and I'll miss the grunt for sure! Looking forward to 800-900 km to a 50 litre tank of fuel rather than 600km to a 60 litre tank! Huge $ saving over the life of the car! Excellent review, thanks!

@JasonISF

2 жыл бұрын

There's plenty of grunt, I've got a 2022 Camry hybrid SL and I use sport mode if I want to accelerate swiftly. It feels like a modern 3l V6.

@Nico-vt4il

2 жыл бұрын

@@JasonISF Cheers mate!

@JasonISF

2 жыл бұрын

@@Nico-vt4il congrats and enjoy the hybrid!

@bbking0064

2 жыл бұрын

Congrats on selecting the car. What wait time have you been told to expect?

@Nico-vt4il

2 жыл бұрын

@@bbking0064 12-24 months, however there seems to be not as much demand for Camrys as there is for Ravs etc so I'm expecting 9-12 months.

I bought the SX V6 a few years ago and it's an absolute gem to drive...but in the current climate, the Hybrid makes most sense. Also had plenty of complements from friends too

@JasonISF

2 жыл бұрын

The hybrid is torquey enough to beat new dual cab utes in a traffic merger, while using hardly any fuel overall.

@rossdurnin3615

Жыл бұрын

a 2CV would beat a dual cab ute

I have a 2018 Toyota Camry SE. Bought it used back in February of this year with 61000 miles. It's has been my favorite car of all time. I love the look the feel of it and the interior is the best. The only grip I have is wish the SE would come with the LED tail lights mainly because you can see them better than the little small 1 lights bulb. Other besides that the car perfect

Just a small critique for your videos, you describe storage spaces, for example in this video at 2:15 you mention the area with the 12v socket and rubberised tray. But you don't actually show it on camera. It would be good to see these areas so we can see the size/placement and general layout.

What's the maximum EV only range with the newer Li Ion battery, and what's the maximum speed before the ICE cuts in?

I own one - one of the better decisions I have mad - it loves being pushed around - handles so well and still so comfortable (that's the mark of a quality car). Test drove numerous similar cars, but this was the best all rounder - and wow! the economy! average 4.8 to 5.0 l/100 klms, but on one long run I actually got 4.2 l/100 klms

I've got the last of the V6 Camry, marvellous power and get up and go! Frankly, the fuel use isn't so bad, on open road 5.5-6.5 litres/100 easily achieved. In suburbs 11-13 litres per 100.. Once you drive V6 you'll choose that over the 2.5 Hybrid everyday ending in "Y"!

/ausfinance can’t wait for this be 18 years old. Prime purchase time

I looked at the SX in Feverish Red today. It looked great, but that paint is high maintenance. Be prepared to have it paint corrected to get it looking scratch free if it’s a used one. And I suspect the clear coat on it is not overly durable. I think I’m favouring Frosted White but will look at a blue one too.

good review on a really good car, but that v6 is a sweet engine

Thanks for another great, independent review John. I remain a bit of a sceptic in regard to CVT transmissions - do you really think Toyota has it nailed in this guise?

@JasonISF

2 жыл бұрын

Toyota's 'e-CVT' isn't actually a CVT in the traditional sense - there is NO belt whatsoever - it just uses two electric motors called MG1 & MG2 and a bunch of physical gears. Very simple and extremely reliable.

@markchesterfield6118

2 жыл бұрын

@@JasonISF Thanks for the info - interesting... 👍

@Nico-vt4il

Жыл бұрын

@@JasonISF yeah right! Didn't know that! Cheers mate💪

I like this car. I wonder if a hybrid powertain model lasts as long as a non hybrid though.

That Camary could be by putting the Rav4 prime drivetrain in it and the gsr corolla suspension and brakes, with the TRD look. A 302hp AWD hybrid sport sedan getting 40+ mpg, keep it under 40k and will sell alot of them

Someone give John a bonus so he can pay a tailor to lengthen his trousers!

Loved your content. I think base model is pick of the camry range, as it comes with full size spare, 17 inch wheels with better ride and it takes 91 ron petrol. Sx or any Camry Hybrid runs on 95 ron so not sure whether u would end up saving on fuel, also it's more expensive to insure hybrid/electric vehicles than traditional vehicles I'd really appreciate your feedback on pick of camry range or do a review for petrol only camry. 😀

@JasonISF

2 жыл бұрын

The hybrid drives way better than the petrol only, due to the torque from the electric motor and is a much quieter car. 95 fuel is only about 12c more than 91 so you're still saving money. I see as little as 3.9l/100 kms on some drives.

@Mightyhawk84k

2 жыл бұрын

@@JasonISF thanks fir ur feedback/comment matey. Really appreciate it, just contemplating between which model to go for. 🙏

@JasonISF

2 жыл бұрын

@@Mightyhawk84k No worries mate. If you do decide on the hybrid, you won't regret it.

Is the Camry cool enough for a young adult?

Ive got my order in for a red Camry waiting since Feb the car is currently off the coast of Brisbane so ill be driving it in a few weeks with red interior cant wait

@JasonISF

2 жыл бұрын

Congrats - which model did you go for? I've got a 2022 hybrid SL in frosted white and love it.

@eyesofprophecy6370

2 жыл бұрын

@@JasonISF I went SX in red with red interior

@JasonISF

Жыл бұрын

@@eyesofprophecy6370 nice one. Red interior looks sporty. Enjoy!

@davidgordon2309

Жыл бұрын

I saw a red/red SX the other day and thought it looked great. Good choice

@rnm6943

Жыл бұрын

Any updates on your car? Did you receive it when they said?

I can get 8.0l/100km in my 2015 non hybrid Camry. Mostly city driving too.

Perfect timing 😂 I'm in need of a new car!

@robertceroli3512

2 жыл бұрын

As long as your prepared to wait 12 months

Handles so much better than the VF

Infotainment still looking like it's 2006

It’s not an suv - gets my vote!

Heated seats are not a deal breaker.. actually think it’s something not needed in a car as after 5 minutes you are fine

If I subscribe will you get longer pants? JK. Already am.

The question is how long do you have to wait if you want to get your hands on one!!! And is it really worth the wait...

@MaxFromSydney1

2 жыл бұрын

I’m sure it’s a solid car but waiting 12mths for my taxi to show up? - Uber!

@JasonISF

2 жыл бұрын

I ordered in Nov 2021 and got my Hybrid SL in April 2022 even though dealer said 9-12 month wait. So not bad at all and was definitely worth it, I love driving it.

@alecnewton5858

Жыл бұрын

I ordered a SX 2 weeks ago and was quoted 3 - 6 month wait.

@rnm6943

Жыл бұрын

@@alecnewton5858 where are you located? I was told 6 months in June 2022 and now dealer has no idea. Brisbane QLD here

@alecnewton5858

Жыл бұрын

@@rnm6943 Central Coast of NSW. I'm not expecting it to arrive within the 6 month lead time. Supplychain issues are still a bitch..

Rented a base hybrid from the last gen. I was pleasantly surprised by the weighty steering and the light shove in the back when really pushing it. Infotainment is abysmal. Totally ruins it (and the plastic steering wheel).

Ordered SX model in March and eta is Nov-Dec 2022, picked this over Sonata and Accord mainly because it's a hybrid and cheaper compared to the hybrid Accord +Toyota reliability😇

@billmagousis6231

Жыл бұрын

Might be a little longer buddy. I ordered my Camry in October 2021 and still waiting

@billmagousis6231

Жыл бұрын

@@lemarkusmywords4441 silver

@rnm6943

Жыл бұрын

Have you received your car yet? Any updates

@billmagousis6231

Жыл бұрын

@@rnm6943 not yet bro, no updates from Toyota either, approaching 15 months wait

@rnm6943

Жыл бұрын

Oh no.... Sorry to hear that. 15 months?! My god 🥺 I'm currently on 7 months and it's killing me 😅

I own a late 2021 Camry sx hybrid with 30000km on the clock, Honestly surprising how well it drives but in my opinion the factory Dunlop sportmaxx tyres are overpriced rubbish. I disagree that overtaking can feel like it runs out of puff, from my experiences putting it into sport mode leans more on the electric assistance for acceleration but even in normal mode you have plenty of grunt. Eco mode is far better in the city as the regen is less than in normal mode but provides more of a coasting effect. Highly recommend once the factory tyres give out, get another brand. Factory tyres are expensive, hard rubber that is horrible in the wet. Swapped for Kumho PS71 and can't complain.

@JasonISF

2 жыл бұрын

Agreed. The reviewer is wrong that sport mode only changes the steering weighting. I don't even need to use sport mode to overtake most of the time, but it's nice to have that extra punch when that dual cab Ute wants to get in front.

@JasonISF

2 жыл бұрын

BTW the Bridgestone turanza on the hybrid SL are excellent tyres.

@chrisbest1000

2 жыл бұрын

@@JasonISF I wanted something a little more forgiving especially on the 19s and got a good price on the PS71s. I always fill my tyres with nitrogen regardless so my pressures are optimal. I think if I went for a more relaxed rather than focused model such as the SL. I would choose tyres that are more eco friendly. the new michelin pilot sport ev tyres look enticing.

@davidgordon2309

Жыл бұрын

I found the same with the original Bridgestones on my SL Hybrid, absolute rubbish. I went continentals, which were about the same price. Much superior in every aspect.

BYD Seal, bring it here!

I'll wait for the GR TWIN TURBO V6

bring back the wagon!!!!!!!!!!!!

I bought 21 RAV 4 Hybrid and tested Camry SL. Driving Camry is complete different experience better than RAV 4 Hybrid. Let me know if someone also think so...

Kind of a hire car, or a D car. Something a grand parent hands down to a grandchild.

@djoetma

2 жыл бұрын

How so?

Comming to a Taxi rank soon!

A face only a mother could love!

drove one as a rental car and the fuel consumption is insanely low.

i love Toyota but the lack of wagon in this class is unacceptable and no I don't like SUV

@djoetma

2 жыл бұрын

It's a pity the wagons just aren't popular anymore. People now opt for a crossover or SUV. So for many manufacturers it doesn't make sense to make it, since they don't sell as well. Most people who do want a wagon, buy it in the C-segment anyway. Which is why for the Corolla they still have one.

@jasonlewis2990

2 жыл бұрын

@@djoetma Wagons are still very popular, there just isn't enough % of people in the want category for a wagon for Car manufacturers to care

you must have a PhD in literature to find so many complementary words describing a Camry

@chasingcars

Жыл бұрын

Journalism is a writing profession, so yes

I prefer the V8 Camry

Toyota needs to bring in the Station wagon Camry. Far more versatile and practical than a sedan.

@dmitrybulgakov6881

Жыл бұрын

It won't be as economical as a sedan due to the aerodynamics.

Why does it need to be sporty, though?

GR Camry❤ one day

Wagon, where’s the wagon?

@EnShinNoi

2 жыл бұрын

Even if they did reintroduce the Camry wagon, it probably wouldn't come to Australia anyway since we don't get the Corolla Touring.

the question is rather: should it be sporty?

@lesgochamp

2 жыл бұрын

Agreed. I think they should make it a budget version of the ES

@djoetma

2 жыл бұрын

Do they have to make a choice? I mean, why not a normal version aimed at 'normal' use and configged for mostly comfort and a sports-model that's more stiff? I mean, there was a time that almost all brands did that.

@idris1446

2 жыл бұрын

@@djoetma in US KZread channel Thestraightpipes review it Toyota Camry TRD with a V6.

@chrisbest1000

2 жыл бұрын

​@@djoetma Hardly stiff, it's more of a softer spring rate and firmer dampers.

Car of choice for uber / taxi

@HughRussell06

2 жыл бұрын

Needs to be a white Ascent hybrid though, then it’s taxi/Uber spec

The front looks hideous 🥺 Can't Toyota do better?

“Can sedans be cool” charger 😭😭😭

@chasingcars

2 жыл бұрын

Wish we got that car here

The back seat actually looks really cramped.

@djoetma

2 жыл бұрын

The presenter is fairly tall with 1,88 m and still has quite some room. I's say it's actually quite good.

I'll take the Hyundai i30 n-line premium sedan anyday over this

@robertduclayan2298

2 жыл бұрын

When it comes to reliability, no one beats Toyota.

@mharro88

2 жыл бұрын

@@robertduclayan2298 their hybrids are not as reliable

@Mightyhawk84k

2 жыл бұрын

I30 not as roomy n reliable as camry

@eyesofprophecy6370

2 жыл бұрын

@@Mightyhawk84k Correct n-line is more plastic

@enantalukder303

Жыл бұрын

@@mharro88 their new gen hybrids are (improved it in the 2021 onwards models).

Firm suspension tune? No thanks.

cvt no thanks

No. It's a camry.

The Koreans have caught up. Toyotas just seem a generation behind.

God I hate the front of this car. Toyota are capable of making good looking vehicles but majority of the time they choose not to. I'm sure it's got something to do with sales. Make an average looking car that nobody finds offensive to increase appeal. It's the car version of a family-friendly movie.

@chrisbest1000

2 жыл бұрын

looks better in person but in my opinion it's all colour dependent too. different colours allow more impressions of the lines.

@whatthe6532

2 жыл бұрын

I like it. Best of the Toyota front ends

@chrisbest1000

2 жыл бұрын

@@whatthe6532 Mines in Frosted White, was considering getting the TRD black fascia for the upper grill around the toyota badge but it is growing on me so much now that I don't care about getting it.

@Nico-vt4il

2 жыл бұрын

I prefer the front of the previous model Bentley Continental V8 S! And the engine sound too! But I'm not wealthy enough to buy one so the Camry will have to do🤣🤣🤣

Its a nice enough looking car - but its called a 'Camry'......

@JasonISF

2 жыл бұрын

The name "Camry" derives from the Japanese word kanmuri (ja:冠, かんむり), meaning "crown"

Mousetrap on wheels. "Poor" rating on the Crash Test of the American Institute IIHS this week

I've lost the trust to these reviews once they start telling me about "sporty" Camry.

@chasingcars

2 жыл бұрын

Your loss, because this car actually has very respectable ride/handling characteristics. If you’re judging it simply because it has a Camry badge on it, that’s rather closed-minded.

@mortofromoz1

2 жыл бұрын

Have you driven one? Honestly, this model, with the TNGA-K platform, is so much better to drive than the provious models, Toyota could have changed its name from Camry to something else.

@huyanhpro1999

2 жыл бұрын

Buy a TRD Aurion or any Aurion Sportivo, that's "sporty" Camry that American didn't have. It can be sporty, just that you have to remove the stigma with the badge. Same with Hyundai, most people shit on it but the recent N models are decently sporty.