Toyota Camry

The Toyota Camry is a full-size five-seat luxury sedan built on Toyota’s TNGA-K platform with a 524-litre boot, a fifth-generation strong-hybrid powertrain, sold in 2 variants, the Elegant and the Sprint Edition. It gets a single powertrain: a 2.5-litre petrol engine (187PS) paired with a 136PS electric motor and a lithium-ion battery for 230PS combined, sent to the front wheels through an e-CVT. 

In terms of features, the Camry gets dual 12.3-inch displays, sharp styling and advanced safety technology, while its spacious and comfortable rear cabin makes it well-suited to being chauffeur-driven. Overall, it is an appealing alternative to entry-level German luxury sedans, prioritising comfort, reliability and fuel efficiency over sporty performance. 

Camry Key Features

Here is what you get across the range.

Camry Road Test Findings

Autocar India’s road test scores the Camry 9 out of 10 for interior comfort, performance, ride and price-and-verdict, and 10 out of 10 for efficiency. Its weaker marks come on features and safety (7 out of 10) and design (8 out of 10). Here is what we understood from the test.

What we liked

• Excellent rear-seat comfort: Supportive, reclining outer seats, an electric “boss function” and a unique rear armrest control panel.
• Comfortable front seats: Broad, ventilated seats, 10-way electric adjustment with memory and an electrically adjustable steering column.
• Premium, user-friendly cabin: Physical controls, a volume knob and a warm tan-and-black interior.
• Quiet cabin: Effective sound insulation and double-glazed windows keep road and engine noise low.
• Smooth hybrid system: The 230PS hybrid powertrain switches seamlessly between electric and petrol power.
• Brisk performance: Reaches 100kph in 7.96sec, with strong in-gear acceleration.
• Excellent fuel efficiency: Returned 16.62kpl in the city and 23.07kpl on the highway in Autocar's tests.
• Comfortable ride and reassuring handling: Absorbs potholes well, with predictable steering and stable body control.
• Practical and well-equipped: A 524-litre boot, full-size alloy spare, well-calibrated ADAS and comprehensive warranty coverage.

What we did not like

• Engine gets noisy under hard acceleration: The petrol engine sounds buzzy at higher revs, with the familiar e-CVT rubber-band effect.
• Not sporty to drive: Prioritises comfort over driver engagement, and the e-CVT feels less involving when pushed.
• Android Auto requires a cable: Apple CarPlay is wireless, but Android Auto is wired.
• Some features are missing: No rear-seat ventilation or powered boot lid.
• Rear seat suits two best: The centre seat is firm, while the floor hump and limited footroom affect comfort.
• Piano-black trim gets dirty easily: Attracts dust and fingerprints, requiring frequent cleaning.
• Expensive without German badge appeal: Best suited to buyers who prioritise comfort, reliability and efficiency over prestige or driving excitement.

Who should buy the Camry?

As per our road tests, the Camry is best suited to buyers who value comfort, efficiency and Toyota's reputation for reliability over badge appeal, whether they drive themselves or are driven.

The buyer the Camry suits least is the driving enthusiast, because the steering and e-CVT are tuned for comfort rather than engagement. Those who regularly carry three adults at the back, or want rear-seat ventilation, should also look at other options.

Toyota Camry Price Details

• Elegant (base model): 48.69 lakh (ex-showroom)
• Elegant (top model): 48.69 lakh (ex-showroom)