2025 TOYOTA CAMRY REVIEW

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The 2025 Toyota Camry marks a significant shift, going exclusively hybrid with its next-generation powertrain. The reviewer highlights the impressive interior quietness, a refined hybrid system delivering a competent 232 horsepower (in AWD configuration), and a comfortable, spacious cabin that rivals larger sedans. The interior design is praised for its integration of technology, particularly the functional wireless charger and the dual-zone climate control with heated and ventilated seats, which is dubbed a "marriage-saving feature." Cargo space is also deemed generous for road trips. However, the review points out two major drawbacks: the mandatory subscription fees for advanced technology features like navigation and traffic jam assist, which add a significant monthly cost after the initial free trial, and disappointing real-world fuel economy. Despite averaging 36 MPG in Eco mode on a 500-mile trip, the reviewer expected closer to the advertised 46 MPG for a hybrid-only model. The pricing, starting around $30,000 and reaching $42,000 as tested for the XLE trim, is considered reasonable in the current market, but the subscription model and fuel economy figures detract from an otherwise strong showing.