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Toyota Camry review: the quiet case for a hybrid sedan
The Camry makes a calm, rational argument in a market obsessed with SUVs. We assess whether that argument still lands.
What works
- Excellent real-world efficiency
- Genuinely quiet at highway speeds
- Strong equipment levels
What doesn't
- Restrained styling
- Not engaging to drive quickly
The Camry has never chased attention. Its hybrid powertrain is smooth rather than urgent, its steering is light and its cabin prioritises isolation over drama.\n\nOn a long highway run this is precisely the point. Wind and road noise are well controlled, the seats support properly over several hours, and the hybrid system keeps real-world consumption impressively low in mixed traffic.\n\nThe compromises are predictable. Styling is restrained, the boot floor is high, and enthusiastic driving is met with polite understeer rather than encouragement. For buyers who value low running costs and long-distance comfort, none of that will matter.
Verdict
A convincing choice for high-mileage buyers who want comfort and low running costs over image.
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