2025 TOYOTA CAMRY XSE AWD: ULTIMATE NIGHTTIME LIGHTING REVIEW & TEST DRIVE

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The 2025 Toyota Camry XSE AWD is reviewed, focusing on its nighttime lighting capabilities and overall driving experience. The reviewer notes a lack of approach lighting and minimal trunk illumination as significant drawbacks. While the exterior lighting, including DRLs and taillights, is generally well-designed and bright, the interior lighting is a mixed bag, with some areas well-lit (like the back seats) and others disappointingly dark (like the center console and USB ports). The headlights, featuring a dual-projector system, are deemed good and functional, providing adequate illumination for both low and high beams, though a slight alignment issue and some patchiness are observed. The automatic high beams are reported to work effectively. The reviewer also praises the vehicle's refinement, noting reduced engine noise, a smoother ride, responsive acceleration, and an impressive fuel economy of around 40 MPG, making it a notable step up from previous generations, despite potential price increases due to the all-hybrid lineup.