Is the 2025 Toyota Camry XLE a BETTER luxury midsize sedan than a Lexus ES 300h?

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The Camry is getting some major changes from Toyota for 2025. On the outside you will discover new wheels, exterior color and sheet metal. On the inside you will be greeted by the first leather interior ever to be in a Camry. Under the hood is a hybrid power plant with optional AWD. Is the 2025 Toyota Camry XLE a BETTER luxury midsize sedan than a Lexus ES 300h?
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  • @MrPsanterIsBack
    @MrPsanterIsBack27 күн бұрын

    Not sure why the title of the video is mentioning the Lexus ES 300h whereas you are only comparing the Camry to the Kia K5 in your review?

  • @omarcortes5754
    @omarcortes5754Ай бұрын

    The price is really good but having in mind you get the same engine/transimssion for all the trims I'd go for the base model. That would be more than enough for me.

  • @pt93music

    @pt93music

    Ай бұрын

    Can’t go wrong with the base. End of the day it’s still the same reliable car. But rather than upgrade the wheels and tires and all that shit after the fact an SE/XSE offer you a decent amount for not a lot out of pocket. So if you’re looking to customize it a bit afterwards and don’t want to spend the money on it, the upper trims do a lot to appearance and appeal that you won’t need to do out of pocket later if you don’t want to. I also personally really like the way the 12” screen is integrated over the smaller offering. It looks like the car was designed with the big screen in mind and had to look around the parts bin to make a cheaper offering.

  • @RaitisRides

    @RaitisRides

    Ай бұрын

    Thanks for sharing your thoughts on this one

  • @RaitisRides

    @RaitisRides

    Ай бұрын

    @@pt93musicthis is so true

  • @dakkon74

    @dakkon74

    Ай бұрын

    @@pt93music TBH, I would lean towards the LE, if I could get the 12" screen. I agree, it just looks a bit odd with the 8".

  • @pt93music

    @pt93music

    Ай бұрын

    @@dakkon74 I get why they offer the 8”. Cost savings, it just looks so out of place. The car was designed around that 12” display and it will definitely age the interior better down the line.

  • @stevemitchell7817
    @stevemitchell7817Ай бұрын

    Sorry, I wasn’t expecting the K5. I thought it said ES 300 H. Oops!!!

  • @user-lm4lj4oc8p
    @user-lm4lj4oc8pАй бұрын

    I've been watching you for awhile and this is my first comment to you. You're my fave reviewer and what sets you apart is not just the great insight...but that you always make me laugh. Thanks for always being awesome!

  • @stevenkreiss2113
    @stevenkreiss2113Ай бұрын

    Way better looker than the current accord...

  • @rahimi4762

    @rahimi4762

    Ай бұрын

    Reverse

  • @NoHypebeastZay

    @NoHypebeastZay

    Ай бұрын

    @@rahimi4762you trippin

  • @patone2184

    @patone2184

    Ай бұрын

    I don’t think so

  • @AyaWetts

    @AyaWetts

    Ай бұрын

    yes, looks much better than Accord or K5

  • @NoHypebeastZay

    @NoHypebeastZay

    29 күн бұрын

    @@rahimi4762 you trippin

  • @uhoutx
    @uhoutxАй бұрын

    ❤ Thank you, Joe and Steven.❤️

  • @contrariangrin
    @contrariangrinАй бұрын

    Was literally wondering this a couple hours ago and now this video appears!

  • @rickjames6867
    @rickjames6867Ай бұрын

    Toyota Camry has topped its class once again. Very nice exterior color on this one. Gotta love the MPGs along with adequate performance. Nice balance, wonderful styling. Great freakin car Joe. 👍👍

  • @moncho33
    @moncho33Ай бұрын

    Hey Joe, between the SE and the XLE which one did you prefer driving? Greetings from Puerto Rico. 🇵🇷

  • @wardellward
    @wardellwardАй бұрын

    That color is tight

  • @RaitisRides

    @RaitisRides

    Ай бұрын

    It really works

  • @wardellward

    @wardellward

    Ай бұрын

    @@RaitisRides yes sir

  • @2004cyrus

    @2004cyrus

    Ай бұрын

    Me too Wardell

  • @dominickirkwood
    @dominickirkwoodАй бұрын

    Joe and Lori and Steve keep up the good work real true and I love the video 👍

  • @cannedheat300
    @cannedheat30028 күн бұрын

    This video was excellent and clarified who makes AWD vehicles. I’m still driving my 2002 LE CAMRY@ 23 y.o. (extremely reliable; low maintenance). Only need a new car bc my undercarriage and after market moon roof totally rusted out from living in Chicago for 13 years. I do want AWD bc my Camry has never handled peeling out well; I say this bc I drove 2 Accords for 6 yrs total, a Nissan truck x 5 yrs and a Rodeo 4WD x 2 yrs where this never happened. I’m debating a used luxury model AWD (Lexus or Acura) vs a new Camry.

  • @sonalmalhotra07
    @sonalmalhotra07Ай бұрын

    Your videos are good n I think you are an awesome human. Best wishes.

  • @newsmedia-one9756
    @newsmedia-one975629 күн бұрын

    13:33 Joe, you are GOAT! You crack me up every video I love it. Keep it up, bro!

  • @RaitisRides

    @RaitisRides

    29 күн бұрын

    Thanks man for saying that! I appreciate you letting me share the laughs and the cars with you!

  • @Thebusdriverandgamermorefan790
    @Thebusdriverandgamermorefan79024 күн бұрын

    Excellent review Joe.

  • @djryezy4850
    @djryezy4850Ай бұрын

    Nobody does reviews like my Bklyn native Raiti's Ride. Loving the SE Camry 25. Keep up the good work.

  • @bjsimon802
    @bjsimon802Ай бұрын

    The reviews are very sharp, many says it drives more like a sport sedan,

  • @dejanvidovic409
    @dejanvidovic40929 күн бұрын

    Nurse Dan here again. Im here to see the car review (obviously 😂) but I’m waiting for Joe’s nail to pop off any video. I’m still staying tune. 👍🏼

  • @Alexander-vp8gc
    @Alexander-vp8gcАй бұрын

    Ocean gem in person definitely has green tint to it

  • @chrisgelo1425
    @chrisgelo1425Ай бұрын

    Accord vs Camry: Model Year 2018 ( Both redesigned): Accord: ✅️ Camry: ✅️ Model Year 2023 (Accord redesign) Accord: ✅️ Camry( Pre- redesign): 50/50 Model Year 2025 (Camry redesign) Camry: ✅️✅️✅️ Accord: Not even close ❌️🚫

  • @RaitisRides

    @RaitisRides

    Ай бұрын

    I love the way you listed that out

  • @chrisgelo1425

    @chrisgelo1425

    Ай бұрын

    @RaitisRides Thanks Joe 😊

  • @edwardvalivonis23

    @edwardvalivonis23

    28 күн бұрын

    Accord will beat Camry any time, any place

  • @NBAfast-breakPODCAST
    @NBAfast-breakPODCASTАй бұрын

    How much more peppy is the acceleration compared to the 18-24 hybrid models?

  • @smoothslide
    @smoothslide24 күн бұрын

    you ended up in Coronado. did you guys do anything there or just drove right back?

  • @pt93music
    @pt93musicАй бұрын

    That pano glass with black painted roof is gonna look so nice with a chrome trim delete and full limo window tint in the back.

  • @RaitisRides

    @RaitisRides

    Ай бұрын

    I like the way you think!

  • @oversizedant
    @oversizedantАй бұрын

    Hows the base audio compared to the upgraded JBL system?

  • @richscott2483

    @richscott2483

    10 күн бұрын

    Owner of a 2023 Camry XSE V6, the JBL 9-speaker sound system is a tad better than the standard 6-speaker but several miles from being a Premium Sound System. Want some what Premium Sound System need to go to Lexus and get the Mark Levinson Sound System. Very little difference between Lexus Premium Sound vs JBL but the Mark Levinson touches the surface of being a Premium if that is any consolation prize. My wife has a 2022 Honda Civic Touring with BOSE 12-speaker barely tops the Toyota JBL only because you get 12-Speakers with BOSE or 3 more speakers which says little. Honda's BOSE and Toyota's JBL are Not Premium. You are paying for the use of the Brand Name given the low-quality product. It is a scam feature that Honda and Toyota have been using for years ... brand name sound system does not make it Premium but good for their profit.

  • @abecerra80
    @abecerra80Ай бұрын

    Great Share,, however could you please show a XSE and let me know what color it comes in,also will there be a TRD? Also if so what colors in and out. Thank You

  • @KillArtist
    @KillArtistАй бұрын

    Did i miss the comparison to the Lexus ES 300h somewhere? I keep rewatching it and i only see comparison’s to Kia. I feel like if you’re shopping for a practical midsize sedan, this is very competitive now, but if you’re looking for a luxury boat, it’s still not an ES. I was hoping to learn something new.

  • @edwardvalivonis23

    @edwardvalivonis23

    28 күн бұрын

    Lexus is exactly as Toyota with the L badge and double pricing. Those years has gone mate

  • @00_UU

    @00_UU

    15 күн бұрын

    This Camry is extremely far from the ES. They are completely different cars. ES is larger inside, easier to get in and out, much better quality plastic and way better ergonomic seats. People just have no clue since Camry buyers usually do not even consider ES, but they are almost the same price and almost equally equipped.

  • @richscott2483

    @richscott2483

    10 күн бұрын

    The 9th Generation 2025 all Hybrid Camry is the demise of the Camry. Thank you Toyota for killing the Camry which was a very good car. What's next on your slaughter list Toyota? Oh! I nearly forgot to let everyone know that the Toyota Crown is a Clown and nobody wants the Corolla Cross-over. If anyone wants a small SUV, the RAV4 isn't a bad choice even though the LE is trash as need to move up a few trim levels for a decent RAV4.

  • @rich1958

    @rich1958

    2 күн бұрын

    @@edwardvalivonis23that is not accurate. Lexus is different. Personal decision if worth the extra money but defiant not same. The reason ES being brought up is the title of this video.

  • @edwardvalivonis23

    @edwardvalivonis23

    Күн бұрын

    @@rich1958 Lexus ES is rebadged Camry

  • @robgatling8234
    @robgatling823429 күн бұрын

    Joe in the morning! great review and great upgrade to Camry, way better than the new Accord, more hp! agree with Joe, the no exhaust tips is a zonk

  • @beka5957
    @beka5957Ай бұрын

    where is the plastic covers for trunk legs ?? even my 2018 Se has that legs covers.

  • @Mike.W.Dasher
    @Mike.W.DasherАй бұрын

    Toyota are doing a good job with their designs lately. I was tempted by the new Prius, but now I'm tempted into a Camry. Never thought I'd see the day. lol

  • @2004cyrus

    @2004cyrus

    Ай бұрын

    Same here Mike. I sat in the Prius last week and didn’t care for it.

  • @jacksquat1265

    @jacksquat1265

    Ай бұрын

    If only they brought their Japanese version of the Crown sedan + Crown badging!

  • @carolpeterson5515

    @carolpeterson5515

    29 күн бұрын

    Wanted to upgrade from my roomy 10yr. old Prius to new one. They shrunk the new one. I’m 5’3, had trouble getting in front seat without knocking my head, had no leg room in back and cargo space was disappointing. Will now consider new Camry.

  • @DominionAnako-bb7ry
    @DominionAnako-bb7ryАй бұрын

    Love your video

  • @RaitisRides

    @RaitisRides

    Ай бұрын

    That means so much

  • @BruceWayne-tp6uo
    @BruceWayne-tp6uo27 күн бұрын

    I love my 2019 Black Toyota Camry Hybrid ❤ nice greetings from Germany 🤝

  • @RamonLopez-xd9gx
    @RamonLopez-xd9gx29 күн бұрын

    Have this Camrys the RPM Gages?

  • @peterc.jordan2420
    @peterc.jordan24203 күн бұрын

    I am a bit confused. Were you reviewing the non-hybrid and every once in a while, you do mention Hybrid?

  • @caligirrl6856
    @caligirrl6856Ай бұрын

    Hey Joe, great review. Is this XLE available to buy somewhere in San Diego? I'm an hour from San Diego and would make the trip to buy it. Thanks

  • @truthserum5310

    @truthserum5310

    29 күн бұрын

    No. It's a Toyota press car.

  • @richscott2483

    @richscott2483

    10 күн бұрын

    You will regret purchasing the new 9th Gen. 2025 Camry hybrid. get an 8th Gen. Camry and be happier.

  • @truthserum5310

    @truthserum5310

    10 күн бұрын

    @@richscott2483 And you base this claim on what logic/evidence?

  • @kromahj
    @kromahjАй бұрын

    Taxi drivers about to ride in style

  • @2004cyrus

    @2004cyrus

    Ай бұрын

    And myself, a newly minted doctor. I’ll get the Porsche in 5 years.

  • @donogara8758
    @donogara8758Ай бұрын

    This is my new car...love that ocean gem color!!

  • @chrisk525
    @chrisk52518 күн бұрын

    How is the stereo sound quality? 16 speaker JBL? I'd like to see you give a quick opinion in your reviews of the factory infotainment systems and how they sound in all your reviews, especially with trim levels that have an "upgraded" sound system.

  • @00_UU

    @00_UU

    15 күн бұрын

    Factory audio never sounds good, unless you go for premium brands, like Lexus/Acura. Stock audio in this Camry is just as plain as the previous one - it is not rich, not clean, it just sounds. JBL is a must have and they do it on purpose to make you spend more. If only they put JBL in their stock model, no one would buy XLE/XSE.

  • @Stowbrod
    @Stowbrod22 күн бұрын

    I’m driving a 2019 KIA optima now called the K5. Although one car doesn’t make the rule I have to say it’s been a superb automobile. Plenty of power comfortable powered seating for driver and passenger. The electronics and safety systems are perfectly integrated. Good headroom especially in the back as opposed to the very cramped Camry. 80,000 miles driven and I haven’t had one mechanical problem. There’s a lot of Kia bashing out there but not from the Kia owners I know. If the K5 was available in a hybrid I’d snatch it up in a minute.

  • @MrAkhilparimi1
    @MrAkhilparimi1Ай бұрын

    Can't we have the AWD option and select FWD within the vehicle? I have seen that in some Jeep vehicles where we can select AWD or FWD while driving. Not sure if it makes any difference in MPGs though.

  • @logikgr

    @logikgr

    17 күн бұрын

    I believe that it is electronically controlled as part of the traction control system. It will dynamically adjust the power front-to-rear, with an emphasis on FWD.

  • @ABasedSammich
    @ABasedSammich29 күн бұрын

    That video title is a loaded question lol. Of course its not a better luxery sedan than a Lexus ES! But this is a damn good one.

  • @onterrioredmon5711
    @onterrioredmon5711Ай бұрын

    I seen the new Camry at my local that xse two ocean gem was 🔥but I want a black exterior and red interior Camry with awd

  • @2004cyrus

    @2004cyrus

    Ай бұрын

    **saw

  • @truthserum5310

    @truthserum5310

    29 күн бұрын

    saw, not seen. Go back to school and get your GED.

  • @shawn1869
    @shawn1869Ай бұрын

    What a coincidence you made this video. I literally test drove both vehicles and decided on the es300h... It's a MUCH better car in my opinion. The XLE felt cramped especially the back seats, the visors didn't extend, the fit and finish on the Camry wasn't good. Went ahead and bought a es300h today.

  • @TheMetalGaia

    @TheMetalGaia

    Ай бұрын

    Looks like a great car!

  • @ViciousFirearms

    @ViciousFirearms

    29 күн бұрын

    Good choice, the ES is a very high quality car

  • @shawn1869

    @shawn1869

    29 күн бұрын

    Thanks, the used es300h 2021 was actually cheaper than a new Camry XLE...it was a no brainer for me.

  • @ViciousFirearms

    @ViciousFirearms

    29 күн бұрын

    @@shawn1869 Yeah looking at the used prices of ES’s, as nice as the new camrys are, I still prefer my 2022 ES 350 over it any day. The materials used, the quietness and isolation in the cabin, soft seats, soft suspension, just the feel of pressing all the buttons, moving vents, etc. everything is just so high quality. Even though it’s the “entry level” lexus, it sure doesn’t feel like it!

  • @shawn1869

    @shawn1869

    29 күн бұрын

    @@ViciousFirearms absolutely! I think it's a much smarter purchase over a new Camry. 🙌🙏

  • @h011yw00d
    @h011yw00dАй бұрын

    XLE used to mean something. Hood prop stick really? Where's the hood struts? Higher trim usually added fog lights. So no more fog lights? The exterior rear looks good though but tail lights remind me of previous lexus models.

  • @josephtullis9313
    @josephtullis9313Ай бұрын

    Great config on that car. I like the grille of the XLE better than the XSE, but I like the black window borders on the XSE. Probably should mention that you have to add the $3K+ Premium / Premium Plus packages to get all the niceties like pano-cameras, pano-roof, ventilated seats, JBL sound system, etc. (even on the XSE trim) My biggest problem with Toyota is that you can't custom order one.

  • @dominionian7193

    @dominionian7193

    26 күн бұрын

    Are there any mass-consumer auto manufacturers that will let you custom-order (excluding any high-end luxury / exotic brands)

  • @00_UU

    @00_UU

    15 күн бұрын

    @@dominionian7193 possibly Tesla? But their choices are very limited.

  • @00_UU

    @00_UU

    15 күн бұрын

    It is not a bug, it is a feature. They will never let you custom order it, since most people would not order useless tech features instead opting for important stuff, like JBL premium audio. I would personally buy LE with JBL if I was shopping for a Camry. Everything else is irrelevant to me.

  • @jordanr205
    @jordanr205Ай бұрын

    You probably don't know on my 2024 Venza Limited is the Same as the new Camry XLE. On 360 camera you can change the color of your car in camera settings.

  • @PS-qb8rm
    @PS-qb8rm21 күн бұрын

    Did I miss something? Did he ever mention the Lexus ES as the title mentions? He seems to be comparing to the Kia K5 instead.

  • @00_UU

    @00_UU

    15 күн бұрын

    Clickbait

  • @davidwhite9848
    @davidwhite98483 күн бұрын

    I currently drive a 2017 Camry LE with 45K miles. 30mpg with 4 cylinder. 6 speed tranny. Its paid for. If i had the cash i would buy one tomorrow. I hate car payments

  • @jza_23
    @jza_23Ай бұрын

    It would be nice if you showed the digital key feature.

  • @kyrosmike
    @kyrosmikeАй бұрын

    If only they get 2.4 turbo to work with this hybrid system vs way tacoma does it might be fun car

  • @cbotten106
    @cbotten106Ай бұрын

    I'd take the Lexus ES that still has that amazing V6 and leave that hybrid on the lot for somebody else.

  • @DONAVIN-ek1gf

    @DONAVIN-ek1gf

    27 күн бұрын

    Love the engine

  • @00_UU

    @00_UU

    15 күн бұрын

    Lexus ES is just an overall huge premium experience over this Camry. The seats, the ride smoothness, the suspension, the interior, the audio system. It is totally worth it to spend 4k more for ES.

  • @larrymcclain8874

    @larrymcclain8874

    11 күн бұрын

    Same here. I am on my 2nd one with the 3rd on my horizon. No mechanical repair issues yet for both since 2013. Only maintenance.

  • @00_UU

    @00_UU

    10 күн бұрын

    @@larrymcclain8874 ES is a great large comfortable reliable sedan, just like in the good old days.

  • @ludovicdjomo8909
    @ludovicdjomo8909Ай бұрын

    Hi. Joe. Which one is better? The Crown or the Camry?

  • @00_UU

    @00_UU

    15 күн бұрын

    Crown of course. It is premium and pretty much the same price. But there is also Lexus ES that is better than both of them. Crown has a low roofline, so uncomfortable when driving

  • @jacksquat1265
    @jacksquat1265Ай бұрын

    Toyota was definitely on cruise control in the last decade in terms of making regular ‘appliance’ cars, but wow they are just making waves across their entire lineup. And we have the Gazoo Racing line up. No more boring cars indeed! My only gripe is that they should have spun off the Crown into its own thing and brought the beautiful Japanese sedan version to the US market rather than the sedan/cuv hybrid we got.

  • @AyaWetts
    @AyaWettsАй бұрын

    You said its mated to a CVT (7:55)... which is incorrect. Its an eCVT and they are in no way the same besides sharing 3 letters in the acronym.

  • @richscott2483

    @richscott2483

    10 күн бұрын

    uhm say E and say C ... they sound alike. Either way having a CVT or eCTV is a terrible thing. Nothing beats an Automatic or Manual Transmission.

  • @AyaWetts

    @AyaWetts

    10 күн бұрын

    @@richscott2483 nah, eCVTs are very good transmissions. They need electric motors and some power so really only feasible in a Hybrid set up. Its a lot better and more rock solid than an Automatic.

  • @davidsmith7587
    @davidsmith7587Ай бұрын

    cabin noise less with this car or Lexus ES 350? I have a 2012 Camry. only complaint is cabin noise on highway

  • @filetofish7688

    @filetofish7688

    29 күн бұрын

    The Lexus will do better with sound insulation.

  • @logikgr

    @logikgr

    17 күн бұрын

    Lexus ES350 Ultra Luxury will have a quieter cabin.

  • @00_UU

    @00_UU

    15 күн бұрын

    Lexus ES is better at everything. Test drive them back to back. ES is a car from another world.

  • @PAIKUN.
    @PAIKUN.Ай бұрын

    I’m glad they’ve improved the seats. The last LEs and XLEs had terrible seats

  • @ag4eng
    @ag4engАй бұрын

    To be fair the ES has not been updated, yet.

  • @rahimi4762

    @rahimi4762

    Ай бұрын

    Heck a Mazda 6 Signature is better than the ES. Most bland luxury car

  • @JohnnyUtah9173

    @JohnnyUtah9173

    Ай бұрын

    @@rahimi4762one man’s bland is another man’s perfect.

  • @alexmassengale433

    @alexmassengale433

    Ай бұрын

    @@rahimi4762 I think the appeal of it is that they go forever and are smooth and quiet. They aren't enthusiast cars.

  • @rahimi4762

    @rahimi4762

    24 күн бұрын

    @@JohnnyUtah9173 very true. I’m passionate about cars. Don’t want one anyone can get at a rental and all over the place. You eat McDonald’s I eat Ruth Chris.

  • @tonysterbenc

    @tonysterbenc

    22 күн бұрын

    @@rahimi4762 Define "better." I test drove a Mazda 6 Signature expecting to like it better than I did. It's a fine car for what it is, but that's a rather cramped Japanese sedan with a quite audible four and a ride/handling balance that doesn't quite nail either one. I then drove an ES 350 and bought it.

  • @amill1563
    @amill1563Ай бұрын

    Seen't this exact color new Camry in someones driveway TODAY. I might go Prius since so much price overlap and I like Prius size and design.

  • @RaitisRides

    @RaitisRides

    Ай бұрын

    Good call Toby! I would go Prius as well!

  • @2004cyrus

    @2004cyrus

    Ай бұрын

    Lmao did you say “seen’t” for the first time ever?

  • @amill1563

    @amill1563

    Ай бұрын

    @@2004cyrus Saw'd it too.

  • @2004cyrus

    @2004cyrus

    29 күн бұрын

    @@amill1563 omg you better stop making me laugh with all of your folderol

  • @00_UU

    @00_UU

    15 күн бұрын

    But new Prius has a steering wheel so low, it literally hangs on your knees while driving. Whoever made that design *facepalm*

  • @m1kcan1
    @m1kcan1Ай бұрын

    Camry vs K5, you'll thank yourself in 20 years when you're still driving your Toyota and the Kia has been in the junkyard for 8+ years

  • @dominionian7193

    @dominionian7193

    26 күн бұрын

    Plus Toyota typically has better resale value / less depreciation.

  • @Pauliepsi
    @PauliepsiАй бұрын

    You can buy a brand new 2024, XLE Hybrid with everything on it, at a dealership advertised for $34,999. is the new XLE worth a $750.00 mo car payment?

  • @RaitisRides

    @RaitisRides

    Ай бұрын

    That is a great question!

  • @2004cyrus

    @2004cyrus

    Ай бұрын

    No

  • @sheldevsim
    @sheldevsimАй бұрын

    Beautiful car, beautiful color

  • @deundreward7057
    @deundreward705729 күн бұрын

    This 9th generation Camry is very impressive for everything they got!

  • @RaitisRides

    @RaitisRides

    29 күн бұрын

    I am so glad that you are liking this one.

  • @SelimxBradley
    @SelimxBradleyАй бұрын

    How much more quiet is it than the 2025 Camry LE? Is it worth the step up?

  • @brandononbrand

    @brandononbrand

    29 күн бұрын

    that's the question we haven't seen answered yet!... does the XLE's quieter side glass really work, or is it just to compensate for the 18" wheels?... it's possible the LE on 16's isn't that much louder, even without the extra glass.

  • @SelimxBradley

    @SelimxBradley

    29 күн бұрын

    @@brandononbrand the people want to know!!!!

  • @shawnbl2048
    @shawnbl2048Ай бұрын

    Title says better than ES300 but make K5 comparisons😮. Smh. Lexus ES and 25 Camry leases are so close im torn between the 2. Watched to see different perspectives😅

  • @diamondrmp
    @diamondrmpАй бұрын

    That CVT noise is something I cannot get past. When you were on throttle it is loud!

  • @takontanya
    @takontanya6 күн бұрын

    Joe, if I may suggest a correction, the transmission is not CVT but it is eCVT; it is very much different than the CVT from Nissan.

  • @tomdrummy4984
    @tomdrummy4984Ай бұрын

    Great color …….impressive mpg

  • @RaitisRides

    @RaitisRides

    Ай бұрын

    Toyota nailed it on this one

  • @rondolbalfour1856
    @rondolbalfour1856Ай бұрын

    My favorite brand ❤

  • @RaitisRides

    @RaitisRides

    Ай бұрын

    That’s so awesome to hear!

  • @stealthfighter2923
    @stealthfighter2923Ай бұрын

    Gotta have Pitfall, Dig Dug, River Raid, and Frogger in there

  • @gene430
    @gene430Ай бұрын

    Nice car. Great color.

  • @dominionian7193
    @dominionian719326 күн бұрын

    Looks great, but the only feature i dislike about it is the quilted microfiber dash -- it looks tacky, and i would imagine it can easily get stained -- I would prefer leather, or even just plain plastic, over this

  • @adrienchan2097
    @adrienchan2097Ай бұрын

    Should I get this XLE Camry when I have 18 Camry?

  • @BrianNC81

    @BrianNC81

    Ай бұрын

    Depends, do you want a new one and do have enough cash saved for it? If both are true get it.

  • @carolpeterson5515
    @carolpeterson5515Ай бұрын

    Wish you’d commented on level of noise from roads & tires. Is it worth upgrading to Lexus for quieter ride?

  • @2004cyrus

    @2004cyrus

    Ай бұрын

    He said it was quiet and has insulated glass.

  • @selah44

    @selah44

    Ай бұрын

    I drove one the other day and it was very quiet. I was impressed

  • @dabiri69
    @dabiri69Ай бұрын

    Those cloth inserts are a dealbreaker for me. I was hoping to upgrade to this from my 23’ Corolla hybrid XLE

  • @RaitisRides

    @RaitisRides

    Ай бұрын

    I know how you feel about that!

  • @2004cyrus

    @2004cyrus

    Ай бұрын

    That’s one of my favorite aspects, reminds me of Japanese cars of the 80’s & 90’s with the fabric on the doors.

  • @2004cyrus

    @2004cyrus

    Ай бұрын

    @BrianEugeneLee193 I don’t like that either… at all. I always buy Mazda or lease one.

  • @extremepcs2807

    @extremepcs2807

    Ай бұрын

    I have an XSE partly for that reason. They are perforated leather on the doors, solid leather on the dash.

  • @TheMetalGaia

    @TheMetalGaia

    Ай бұрын

    ​@@2004cyrusI have my Mazda for traditional ICE and fun driving, and a hybrid Toyota for efficiency. Best of both worlds 😊

  • @JohnnyUtah9173
    @JohnnyUtah9173Ай бұрын

    Why do I always miss what the sticker price is? Did anybody catch it?

  • @DaniTheNachoPirate

    @DaniTheNachoPirate

    Ай бұрын

    $39,960 10:04

  • @JohnnyUtah9173

    @JohnnyUtah9173

    Ай бұрын

    @@DaniTheNachoPirate thanks

  • @markaruski
    @markaruskiАй бұрын

    A spare tire, it's a Christmas miracle from Toyota!

  • @PhillyDeer
    @PhillyDeerАй бұрын

    Kia is nowhere near Toyota

  • @RaitisRides

    @RaitisRides

    Ай бұрын

    That is what most would say.

  • @shamako4ever718
    @shamako4ever718Ай бұрын

    Alright Joe we are about to find out here with you!

  • @RaitisRides

    @RaitisRides

    Ай бұрын

    Heck yeah! Let’s do this!

  • @victoryu9043
    @victoryu9043Ай бұрын

    Nice color

  • @RaitisRides

    @RaitisRides

    Ай бұрын

    It really pops in the sun

  • @pluvse
    @pluvseАй бұрын

    At 4:00 I believe he meant this, Corolla, and Prius

  • @aliabdullahnadery3181
    @aliabdullahnadery3181Ай бұрын

    I’ve been tryna get my hands on one of these but it’s taking mad long to come to dealers

  • @2004cyrus

    @2004cyrus

    Ай бұрын

    Wow in Oklahoma City where I am we have lots of these already at dealers.

  • @00_UU

    @00_UU

    15 күн бұрын

    Patience. You get one now and pay over MSRP. You wait a few months and pay under MSRP.

  • @mervinprone
    @mervinproneАй бұрын

    The 8 speed auto with the 4 cylinder was very jumpy. Not smooth at all. CVT is probably better, I hate to have to say it. 0-60 in 6.5 is good but I doubt it’s that quick but the issue overall is having a 4 cylinder, at all. The V6 Camry may as well have been a totally different car. They need to bring the hybrid max to truly replace it because this model certainly doesn’t.

  • @VitiCali
    @VitiCali28 күн бұрын

    I hate when people refer to Camrys as the granny car….it’s absolutely packed with features and will last for years and years! And the new designs are kinda cool, you can’t please everyone! Love the tech and the horsepower for a very capable hybrid AWD. “You had me at hello” had me rolling 😂😂😂

  • @00_UU

    @00_UU

    15 күн бұрын

    I wish Camry was still a granny car. They made new Camry into a sporty Scion-like cheap sedan. All refinement is gone. I am currently driving a 2024 Camry LE rental and it is sad. Truly reminds me of last gen Scion tC.

  • @maijdqasem3679
    @maijdqasem3679Ай бұрын

    I’m waiting for the TRD what looks like 🤗

  • @raqO1111
    @raqO1111Ай бұрын

    similar looking to a mazda 3 2022 sedan...except for the front

  • @mozillagenesis
    @mozillagenesisАй бұрын

    That LS400 though!

  • @wgalligan2408
    @wgalligan240828 күн бұрын

    I’m watching this in my hybrid Camry 😂

  • @2004cyrus
    @2004cyrusАй бұрын

    What does everyone think? Seeing this car and price has motivated me to get another Mazda CX-5. I always end up buying some Mazda. I’ve had them all for the last 14 years, mostly new. No CVT or Hybrid to deal with, my CX-5 averages 25 mpg and a new one can be had for less than $30k. I have a 2021 CX-5 GT with premium package. It has 21,113 miles, I’ve fulfilled the lease and buying it from Mazda for $20,519 this week.

  • @AyaWetts

    @AyaWetts

    Ай бұрын

    Toyota hybrids and eCVTs are great. I'd take this over any Mazda.

  • @2004cyrus

    @2004cyrus

    29 күн бұрын

    @@AyaWetts awe don’t say that. Mazda is working with Toyota and has hybrids now. Great cars

  • @AyaWetts

    @AyaWetts

    29 күн бұрын

    @@2004cyrus I didn't mean to imply Mazda was bad.... The Miata is definitely a fun little car. Hopefully Mazda will make some great hybrids and keep to the Toyota tech without drifting too far away. If I am going to spend the money, I'd just go with Toyota, and stick with whats proven though.

  • @2004cyrus

    @2004cyrus

    29 күн бұрын

    @@AyaWetts oh it’s totally fair of course. Toyota has a long track record of reliability that took decades. As you know they are 20 years into successful hybrids starting with Prius. I’m shopping the new hybrid Camry Wednesday. I drove the Honda Accord Hybrid Monday. I have read that Toyotas is better still. I’m happy that Mazda is trying. I’ve owned 5 Mazdas and they have been great but they are new to the hybrid game but since they are relying on Toyota collaborating I have high hopes. Everyone has the freedom to choose what works best for them and I want to try Toyota. It will be my first from that brand. I’m excited

  • @user-oy4cz9uo3n
    @user-oy4cz9uo3nАй бұрын

    There's no way I'd pick a Kia over this Camry, not ever lol

  • @xFactoryUSA

    @xFactoryUSA

    26 күн бұрын

    Toyota fan here, but they definitely stole from the sonatas old styling 😂 looks better on a Toyota

  • @dansilver2069
    @dansilver206929 күн бұрын

    This, or the Crown? I’d like to see a comparison video.

  • @RaitisRides

    @RaitisRides

    29 күн бұрын

    I will get that together for you Dan!

  • @00_UU

    @00_UU

    15 күн бұрын

    Lexus ES instead. Crown is narrow up front, sloping roof too low overhead - can't see the traffic lights. ES is just better at everything

  • @davidp2888
    @davidp2888Ай бұрын

    Great color on a great car. The only thing I don't care for is the panoramic sunroof.

  • @2004cyrus

    @2004cyrus

    Ай бұрын

    I think the LE would suit you and me

  • @Zeyek1
    @Zeyek1Ай бұрын

    are you going to review the new model 3 performance??

  • @sonalmalhotra07
    @sonalmalhotra07Ай бұрын

    It's hard to choose now, with so many options/choices. Within the Toyota brand n among other brand choices.

  • @Bowhunters6go8xz6x
    @Bowhunters6go8xz6xАй бұрын

    Words that should never come out of a car persons mouth "you cannot touch the interior or you will make it get dirty" ! If its true then its bad, poor or a cheap choice of construction materials.

  • @2004cyrus

    @2004cyrus

    Ай бұрын

    Any material can get dirty. I eat in my Mazda CX-5 with genuine leather all of the time and I spill sauces on seats or plastic. But I carry a variety of towels and soap sprays and cleaners.

  • @skychief1253
    @skychief1253Ай бұрын

    I want the xse with the xle grill 🫤

  • @furiousseptim1077
    @furiousseptim1077Ай бұрын

    The question of 2025 camry hybrid xle or lexus es 300h is real. Coming up on 100k miles on my 2014 camry hybrid XLE and the es 300h has been on my radar for a long time. Hands down, the 2014 camry hybrid xle has been the most comfortable and reliable sedan ive ever owned. I cant believe the 2025 XLE is as luxurious as it is now with the real leather seats and sound deadening glass. $10k difference between the camry in the video and similarly optioned 2024 es 300h.

  • @TheMetalGaia

    @TheMetalGaia

    Ай бұрын

    You looking to sell that 2014?! My wife needs a car 😂

  • @philipphanslovsky5101

    @philipphanslovsky5101

    19 күн бұрын

    Yep trying to figure that out for myself right now, too

  • @richscott2483

    @richscott2483

    10 күн бұрын

    not genuine leather seats ... Toyota uses SofTex. I know as an owner of a 2018 Toyota RAV4 Limited AWD and 2023 Camry XSE 3.5L V6. It is SofTex no matter who tells you otherwise. It is SofTex aka faux leather and not real leather. Better off with the Lexus ES 300h for better quality. I did not have the extra $10k for the Lexus ES-350 V6 otherwise would have bought it. I really enjoy my 2023 Camry XSE V6 fully loaded, with MSRP of $41,305, I paid $39,200 after negotiating OTD price, rides and handles very well after replacing the defective made, hazardous, and terrible OEM Bridgestone Turanza EL440 tires with Michelin CrossClimate2 All-Weather tires. 2 disappointments: 1) trunk height and narrow mouth-opening when back seats are down. You cannot fit much. 2) JBL Premium Sound System is a mile from being a Premium system. Paying for Toyota's use of the JBL Brand Name and the low-quality JBL components. It is slightly better than the standard Toyota 6-speaker system. For the 2025 Camry the windshield glass has been modified to reduce harmonics but you will still get wind and road noise. Proper sound deadening or dampening requires using good materials and it costs $600 to $800 as it also adds probably up to 50kg or 110 pounds to the vehicle's weight. Toyota will never do that as they want to keep pricing competitive with other vehicles. 2 good things about the 2025 Camry are the Full Digital Instrument Cluster and Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 otherwise the 9th Gen. Camry is not worth a penny. Look into getting a Mazda, Audi, or the revised classic muscle car the new Chevrolet Camero.

  • @pinecedar180
    @pinecedar18011 күн бұрын

    Air vents are the bottom blowing on our arms, thats stupid. I'm sure it has other issues

  • @harithalshamaa533
    @harithalshamaa533Ай бұрын

    Which is the higher trim XLE or XSE ?

  • @cbotten106

    @cbotten106

    Ай бұрын

    The XSE is tops price wise but it loses some stuff vis-a-vis the XLE.

  • @2004cyrus

    @2004cyrus

    Ай бұрын

    @@cbotten106*loses. Loose is something that is not tight. Lose is when you cannot locate something.

  • @cbotten106

    @cbotten106

    Ай бұрын

    @@2004cyrus I was a little loose with me "o" key.

  • @2004cyrus

    @2004cyrus

    29 күн бұрын

    @@cbotten106 lol you sure were. I get a little loose with myself too sometimes

  • @LuisUrbieta
    @LuisUrbietaАй бұрын

    Viva Toyota! Viva Toyota! Viva, viva Toyota! What car brand is inmune to make a car that has no issues?

  • @RaitisRides

    @RaitisRides

    Ай бұрын

    You are awesome my friend!

  • @LuisUrbieta

    @LuisUrbieta

    Ай бұрын

    @@RaitisRides Yup Joe love it.

  • @alexmassengale433
    @alexmassengale433Ай бұрын

    Cars have come a long way in the last few decades. Basic mainstream cars have so many more features than luxury cars from ten years ago and generally drive better too.

  • @Nestle245
    @Nestle24529 күн бұрын

    So the luxury in this is the same as the ES?

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