@bradhaines3142 I'm convinced that the car makers and tire makers are in this together making most vehicles sold new today with tiny Low-Profile tires!
Uber driver here with the 2025 Camry LE. I drive on Eco mode and get consistently 62mpg. Im not light foot either, but im also not ripping it all the time. I drive 5mph over on local and 10 mph over on highway. Use cruise control as much as i can for comfort. Drive in Indiannapolis where its quite flat. Love this car. Would buy another in a heartbeat. 25k on the odomoter
The height of the tire is what makes a great difference. 18 inches are too big and roads are too bad to enjoy the ride. 16 inches are definitely the way to go. Agreed 100%
I have the XLE with the 18 inches, and tire noise is by far the main contributor to noise in this car. Not that it's bad or worse than the class. Whenever I'm on good roads, the car is just that much quieter.
Purchased a 2025 LE this past January and have been extremely happy with it! Very smooth and powerful ride. The 16 inch tires help with better gas mileage and also are cheaper to replace when the time comes. Also I get about 45 MPG on average, but sometimes it inches up to 50. When you get the warning to fill your tank up, it actually still has about 3 Gallons left as a reserve (13 Gallon Tank). When I fill up it says I have about 525 miles estimated until I have to fill up again. If I drove a little gentler I probably could consistently get closer to 50 MPG. Coming from a 2015 Subaru Forester, this car is so much more refined. It also has a pretty big trunk that allows me to put a lawnmower back there with the 60/40 Split. Overall very happy with my purchase. Maybe would have gotten the AWD version if I could do it all over again but no real regrets. My ONLY issue coming from the Forester is because the Camry has such a lower profile, I have to be careful on my driveway because if I go too fast, I'll scrape the bottom of the front grille. And occasionally the infotainment system can be a little wonky with regard to connecting to my iPhone. But minor quibbles. This is a great car and I look forward to many more years of enjoyment with it based on the wonderful reliability that Toyota is known far. Great video - thanks for posting!
Glad you are liking the Camry, I would agree it is very low to the ground for a mid sized sedan, I suppose that's a big reason why it gets the mileage it does but...I wish it had just a couple more inches of clearance too!
Bought a 25 Camry LE a year ago specifically for the high profile tires on a sedan. Tire shops in my poor road area print money replacing low profiles. I love my car.
@alvinsimba734 factory wheel theft isnt an issue in most areas, especially on such common cars. more importantly is pot holes on garbage roads costing you tires
My parents just bought this car in Mexico. Can't wait to know how they find the car, for what you said I am sure they will like it as much as your daughter.
I bought a 2025 Camry S.E. without a sunroof, but with the extra large-sized head-unit. I like it a lot. Fuel mileage is great, over 50 mpgs. Performance is quite good. This car is not slow.
That is the same color as my daughter's 2025. Her Camry has the SE trim with all wheel drive. It was her first new car and she wanted the options of the SE and it was her dime. It is a very quick and capable vehicle. I really like how the car rides. Plus the car really looks nice. Her first car was a 2004 Chevrolet Impala which was 12 years old when she first learned to drive. She loved the way that car rode - very quiet and smooth - like riding on a cloud. She remarked the Camry reminded her of that, but everything is better - and it should be for 21 years newer. Plus she loves the fact this car does significantly better on gas than her Impala did at 20mpg in the city. If you want a new car, I don't think you can go wrong with a Camry in any trim, it just depends what features you want and what you want to spend.
Great review! I already own a 2022 Camry SE that my son gave to me. I would be very happy with the 2025 LE like the one your daughter owns. I like the price, ride and gas mileage you get with the 2025 LE. I get 31.6 miles per gallon with city driving and probably 40 on the highway. I love my Camry because it was a gift of love from my son.
I saw one reviewer that pump verified an incredible 62 MPG can be achieved in the right conditions ( sea level and cooler temps outside). . The Prius is basically obsolete now. The Camry has more power, more space, more comfort, is about the same price and better gas mileage.
I still currently drive my 2020 LE Hybrid. Was one of the few LE's that had blind spot monitors/power driver seat and were mandatory for my purchase. This is quite frankly one of the greatest cars I've ever owned as a daily. I liked it so much that I decided I would trade it in on a new one a week ago...however as much as I like the new one I can def tell there were cost cutting measures which didn't allow me to trade. My fabric seats have a ton of cushion..the new ones feel cheap and thinner. My car still is completely rattle free and drives like new and dare I say it but felt just slightly quieter than the new one. Doors feel heavier and solid on the '20 as well. Maybe it's just my perception..but I think ill hold on for now. I really wanted an XLE trim but I didnt like the leather seats...felt hard. I've always loved fabric seats for my daily. Its unfortunate we are forced to take rubber band tires and leather in order to get all the other niceties.
@0HOON0 In general if you want less problems, (LEAKS) do not buy sunroof/moonroof ever! Doesn't matter which make, they are all a source of trouble down the road.
'99 ES and '02 GS parked outside still don't leak. Old Toyota quality is quite good. However, I never ever open them, so yes would have loved to been able to get it without a sunroof.
@musicconnoisseur4019 Doesn't matter what mfr it is, the basic inherent weakness of any sunroof is the rubber seal...they will deteriorate over time...and ALL makes do at about the same rate. Save your money and skip these things.
Nailed it... Based on your videos and the Car Care Nut... I just got rid of a Tesla Model Y with 10k miles (huge mistake) and purchased a used 2020 Tundra SR with 68K miles from CarMax with max care.. The savings on fuel is not worth all the B/S with Tesla repair problems, depreciation, and insurance.. really a PITA..
Got a killer deal on a 2025 Prius Nightshade that only had the 12.3-inch screen and remote entry option. 32.4k for a car with leather seats and a few bells and whistles was one of the best choices I've made. There are still good value models/trims in the Toyota lineup for those who are willing to compromise.
I wish the front cross traffic alert could be added to the LE. In my area there are a lot of blind intersections and pulling out of driveways on curved roads.
Your review and Kirk Kreifel’s helped me a lot in my decision to buy my 25 Camry LE AWD around 2 months ago. I live in SW PA, and have been averaging around 48 mpg combined, because we have hilly terrain. I am very happy with it. Thank you!
Yeah so far it has been a good vehicle, we are packing the miles on it, guessing it’ll be at 10,000 here soon. The only problem we have had is the infotainment isn’t the fastest, at one point the screen just went black and came back on while driving, seemed like a reboot issue or memory issue to me, but we have seen issues like that in all of these new infotainment systems from just about every brand
Also a smaller wheel package can shave quite a bit of weight at each corner which can counteract some of the handling demerits of a larger sidewall by reducing unsprung weight and improve economy . I think the LE weighs a couple bucks under the SE.
I have the XSE NO SUNROOF. The extra soundproofing and especially the nice speakers really do it for me. The car handles incredibly well with the low batteries and no sunroof. I agree with you about the wheels, I plan on putting lower-diameter wheels on my XSE and probably upgrading the brakes at some point. I really love Toyota but the Moonroofs are gigantic problems. They WILL leak because the weather stripping is just scotch-taped in, and replacing that stripping means removing all of the interior. After you do this massive repair, you have to do it all over again in a few years. @5:40 I had the previous-gen v6, which handled like a pig lol. At highway speeds it was a little bit fast, but the new hybrids are way faster at lower speeds due to AWD. @11:17 Also, the truck arms don’t have plastic covers previous gen did lol. I agree with you here too, I want everything to have longevity. I want to pay for good mechanical parts, I don’t really care about aesthetics. @12:02 100% false, that’s perforated seat leather. @15:13 the main thing I like about the radio screen is that you can reboot it by just holding the power button. I’ve had radios freeze from every single manufacturer, and looking up each manufacturer’s secret Konami code each time is a frustration at a frustrating time
Are you sure that's still true about the sunroofs? I'm skeptical. Toyota scrutinizes each aspect of its vehicles for reliability weak points and patches the problem. Other manufacturers, including Subaru which Toyota partly owns now, have ultra-reliable sunroofs. I'd tend to guess you were describing an older, transitional problem that they have solved with better adhesive.
Great review, thanks for taking the time to do the review. I would love to see a longer term review on the car, just to see what you like and what annoys you. I am planning on getting a 2026 and would love to hear what you have to say. Thank you.
I got the 2025 XSE and the ride is really good with a sportier look. I see how good a value the LE is but I needed the car to feel a little special which I can do on the XSE. Red leather, pano roof, heads up display and gorgeous rims with AWD for the rain make happy. My first Toyota.
I rented one in Fl a few yrs back and couldn't believe how much I liked it! It felt like a luxury car did just a few years ago. You hit the nail on the head model and tire wise. I learned that yrs ago. My 05 Colorado has 15" tires and rides better thanmost any new truck you can name. I'vealways gravitated toward lower end models if not base models. Good video! I justwish I could find a good commutercloser to that 20k mark that a 6' guy can get and out of!
The Subaru Crosstrek or Impreza might be ok. I got into a last gen Legacy and was shocked that I didn't have to duck down, compared to the Malibu. I looked up at the tall opening & got out & in again.
I got mine in the Ocean Gem as well. I had the same thing happen to me. A flat bed semi merged into the lane without seeing me and clipped me causing my bumper to come off. Thankfully no one was hurt. Still I was able to get with including TTYL $28,000 which was a steal after putting the money down and getting my insurance settlement check within a few days. It is a nice vehicle and I get anywhere between 49 to 53 miles per gallon depending on the driving.
I see the it has the same from the previous generation. If you are a tall person and have back issues you might want to go with a higher trim that has adjustable 6 way seats with lumbar support.
I just bought an identical Camry. It replaced a2020 hybrid Camry that I really liked. Surprisingly, the2025 was only $250 more than the 2020. Both were LEs with floor mats and no other options. The review is spot on.
All true, really nice Camry, like it a lot. The 16 inch tires aren’t real sexy but they’re the best size for a real good comfortable ride. The range is great. Good power. Looks great. Great value for the money.
What surprises me is that I see so many sport models around me. Why do people buy them? I test drove it I felt every crack on the road with those low profile wheels and that firm ride suspension. LE and XLE were so much softer and more comfortable.
Yeah it's tough with the low profile wheels, I think most people just don't know that the taller sidewalls/skinny tires are actually useful for something, most folks just like the looks of the lower profile (including my daughter), she really wanted the SE.
I feel this. I have a 2013 Kia Optima SXL with the low profile tires. New England potholes have claimed 3, yes 3 wheels, at $700+ a pop. Never again will I own low profile tires.
@alvinsimba734I’ve got a 2019 Corolla XLE from the Mother in law sho can’t drive anymore. This might be the pinnacle of non hybrid, ICE only, as simple as it gets transportation.
Great practical insights in this review. Most reviewers are always pushing the expensive high end models. I totally agree that the base model makes the most sense for a Camry especially for the price.
I just got my 2025 AWD SE. Great car, which drives almost seamlessly. Excellent build quality, but a bit of hood vibration at speed and doors seem a bit "tinny".Not quite a Lexus, but close and handles better than the Lexus IMO. Be prepared to wait for one, and it took me 5 dealers before I could actually bargain a bit on price and have the dealer do a trade for the color and interior I wanted. LE's are easier to find, but it's difficult to even find one on a dealer lot that isn't pre-sold.
Great analysis here! I have the exact same feeling about my 2023 Prius Prime SE (base model). It’s the only trim with the smaller wheels-which have not only bigger sidewalls, but gets better mileage as well. You can find these at under $30k if you buy them used, one year old. No worries about a sunroof leaking (don’t have one), no worries about the power liftgate breaking (don’t have that, either) but the overall quality of the car is great (built in Japan), the ride is better, and for day-to-day driving, there’s nothing that meets my needs better at any trim level.
Just got this exact model, I will just say for Very tall people with big torsos: I’m about 6’5, I gotta put seat all the way down past the floor, and angle the seat back an extra like 20° so I don’t hit my head. It is comfortable, I’m around 275 and it’s definitely wide enough seats and space But just that one little thing, otherwise 10/10
My son replaced a 18 Sti that maybe got 12-14 mpg with the HUGE injectors for a 2025 Camry which he loves and I road in it - runs adequately strong enough for me
so this car in 40 years is going to be running just fine with all working electronics in 2066, with 2 million miles? ok ralph, don't shoot your eye out!
I definitely think the LE is the value play but if you can swing an XLE you get of course, a few more features, but more importantly you get laminated glass and I believe extra sound insulation. After years of commuting and loud cars, I just want the quietest experience I can get
Yeah the LE has the front acoustic but not on the sides, though it's so quiet with the taller tires it might actually have less vibration/noise long term than the upper trims IMO. As tires wear on lower profile/wider tires, they get a lot louder with age. I do think the JBL and other features would be nice, just not for the price premium.
I have my eyes on an LE for my wife. Same color and interior as above. I sat in one the other day and found that the front driver's seat can be set higher than the XLE or other trims. This is great as we both like to sit high as we currently have 2 SUVs. We are renting an XLE for 3 days as the dealership did not have an LE. You paid $28,600 + tax. Don't know if I am able to find pricing like that in CA. Will have to do a search outside of the Sacramento area. Great review.
I have to agree with you on all things in your review. As for mileage, I have gotten on more than a few drives slightly over 63 mpg. My 2008 would get at best 27.5 mpg on the same drive. I drive in ECO mode but I will try normal mode to see if I get better mileage.
My only complaint is the color, the LE trim looks odd in anything besides silver or grey (imo). Although I agree with you this is the trim to get for the ride quality, fuel economy, and price, I have to admit that the SE looks GREAT. I just hate the idea of a choppy ride without better handling (Toyota SE trims have dampers that seem cheap - their just stiffer and they ride like crap).
I have the Ocean Gem SE . The SE just felt more solid to me and I liked the Auto adjust drivers seat , also the snappier drive . But It's a great car no matter the trim.
I just traded my 2024 wilderness forester in for this bad boy. Wanted to downsize and save some money. Man I freaking love this car! Battery weight helps in the snow too!
Thank you for a common sense review. Happy to hear that the LE has blind spot monitoring. Unfortunately, I also need the newer safety features like rear cross traffic automatic braking. Thank you again.
I didn’t mention this but I know it does have rear traffic alert, adaptive cruise and auto braking. Pretty sure all Toyota models have the safety sense features but I’ll double check
💯 agree that Toyota has skimped on the quality of plastics inside the vehicle and cheap key fob.Told our salesman I want a Camry on the outside and Honda on the inside 😊
I have always been a huge fan of tire sizes with decent side walls. People forget that's a big part of the suspension.
i spent like 2500$ dropping my car from 20s to 18s, totally worth it. makes pot holes dramatically better
@bradhaines3142 I'm convinced that the car makers and tire makers are in this together making most vehicles sold new today with tiny Low-Profile tires!
Tire prices might be a little cheaper also
💯 agree. All these phoney car guys are ruining the cars Camry don’t need 19” rims 16 are the best
Me too
Spoken like a true Dad. It’s all about value for dollar. Your daughter is very lucky.
Uber driver here with the 2025 Camry LE. I drive on Eco mode and get consistently 62mpg. Im not light foot either, but im also not ripping it all the time. I drive 5mph over on local and 10 mph over on highway. Use cruise control as much as i can for comfort. Drive in Indiannapolis where its quite flat. Love this car. Would buy another in a heartbeat. 25k on the odomoter
Thanks 👍
25k miles in 1 year?
The height of the tire is what makes a great difference. 18 inches are too big and roads are too bad to enjoy the ride. 16 inches are definitely the way to go. Agreed 100%
I have the XLE with the 18 inches, and tire noise is by far the main contributor to noise in this car. Not that it's bad or worse than the class.
Whenever I'm on good roads, the car is just that much quieter.
@ashes-mioAgree 100%
Is it possible to put slightly wider tires like 215 or 225 on LE camry and slightly shorter profile ml?
There are also 17 inch OEMs available, but not in the US?
@JuliusSP1 The car will consume more fuel to spin the smaller wheels faster. You could also damage the transmission.
Purchased a 2025 LE this past January and have been extremely happy with it! Very smooth and powerful ride. The 16 inch tires help with better gas mileage and also are cheaper to replace when the time comes. Also I get about 45 MPG on average, but sometimes it inches up to 50. When you get the warning to fill your tank up, it actually still has about 3 Gallons left as a reserve (13 Gallon Tank). When I fill up it says I have about 525 miles estimated until I have to fill up again. If I drove a little gentler I probably could consistently get closer to 50 MPG. Coming from a 2015 Subaru Forester, this car is so much more refined. It also has a pretty big trunk that allows me to put a lawnmower back there with the 60/40 Split. Overall very happy with my purchase. Maybe would have gotten the AWD version if I could do it all over again but no real regrets. My ONLY issue coming from the Forester is because the Camry has such a lower profile, I have to be careful on my driveway because if I go too fast, I'll scrape the bottom of the front grille. And occasionally the infotainment system can be a little wonky with regard to connecting to my iPhone. But minor quibbles. This is a great car and I look forward to many more years of enjoyment with it based on the wonderful reliability that Toyota is known far. Great video - thanks for posting!
Great review. Thanks for share
Glad you are liking the Camry, I would agree it is very low to the ground for a mid sized sedan, I suppose that's a big reason why it gets the mileage it does but...I wish it had just a couple more inches of clearance too!
Excellent review. Stay with the regular people's car. Everyone will like it.
Bought a 25 Camry LE a year ago specifically for the high profile tires on a sedan. Tire shops in my poor road area print money replacing low profiles. I love my car.
You could just put any wheel+tire on any sedan you want.
@corthirteenth94 Buy a new car, immediately replace all of the rims and tires and then store the oem rims and tires until it is time to sell the car?
LE trim is the safest trim for many reasons and one of the reasons is tire theft.
@coniccinoc If the tires exceed 7 years old they are garbage.
@alvinsimba734 factory wheel theft isnt an issue in most areas, especially on such common cars. more importantly is pot holes on garbage roads costing you tires
my first ever 2025 Camry LE
and I have been driving for 30 + years.
and yes, I wanted the LE because of the tire size.
My parents just bought this car in Mexico. Can't wait to know how they find the car, for what you said I am sure they will like it as much as your daughter.
Forward cross rotate the tires every 5,000 to maintain that Lexus quiet ride. Dealers won't cross rotate unless you order them too.
I'd say that was early 1920's model.. 30's and 40's were enclosed by then not opened like that car
Good for commuting to work and around town ❤
I bought a 2025 Camry S.E. without a sunroof, but with the extra large-sized head-unit. I like it a lot. Fuel mileage is great, over 50 mpgs. Performance is quite good. This car is not slow.
Exactly....it's plenty quick to get you out of bad situations....very usable power and crazy mileage :).
I am still driving a 2003 Avalon XL (base). I have been happy with my low trim vehicle for over 2 decades.
Toyota never should have dropped the Avalon! It's replacement Crown SUCKS!
It does? Kind of like a SUV now.
Tip is keep
Forever
I also have a 2003 Avalon xl, only 130k miles because I bought it from and old lady. It's still probably 10 years away from the junkyard😂
@ItsSaulGoodman-Bminimum. My 92 VW GTI is excellent. 01 Cabrio runs like new. I’d expect 500k and 20 more years out if that Toyota.
That is the same color as my daughter's 2025. Her Camry has the SE trim with all wheel drive. It was her first new car and she wanted the options of the SE and it was her dime. It is a very quick and capable vehicle. I really like how the car rides. Plus the car really looks nice.
Her first car was a 2004 Chevrolet Impala which was 12 years old when she first learned to drive. She loved the way that car rode - very quiet and smooth - like riding on a cloud. She remarked the Camry reminded her of that, but everything is better - and it should be for 21 years newer. Plus she loves the fact this car does significantly better on gas than her Impala did at 20mpg in the city. If you want a new car, I don't think you can go wrong with a Camry in any trim, it just depends what features you want and what you want to spend.
Great review! I already own a 2022 Camry SE that my son gave to me. I would be very happy with the 2025 LE like the one your daughter owns. I like the price, ride and gas mileage you get with the 2025 LE. I get 31.6 miles per gallon with city driving and probably 40 on the highway. I love my Camry because it was a gift of love from my son.
keep the 22
Great review!!!
Very useful info/insight.
One of the best cars i have ever owned
Just got one. Happy camper here. Thanks for the review
I saw one reviewer that pump verified an incredible 62 MPG can be achieved in the right conditions ( sea level and cooler temps outside). . The Prius is basically obsolete now. The Camry has more power, more space, more comfort, is about the same price and better gas mileage.
I also got the LE with all weather package for the reasons you listed, and people in my area seems to target SE and higher trims for their wheels
25 camry xle in garage. Love the purple/blue and just the hope it wont fail like competitors
I still currently drive my 2020 LE Hybrid. Was one of the few LE's that had blind spot monitors/power driver seat and were mandatory for my purchase. This is quite frankly one of the greatest cars I've ever owned as a daily. I liked it so much that I decided I would trade it in on a new one a week ago...however as much as I like the new one I can def tell there were cost cutting measures which didn't allow me to trade. My fabric seats have a ton of cushion..the new ones feel cheap and thinner. My car still is completely rattle free and drives like new and dare I say it but felt just slightly quieter than the new one. Doors feel heavier and solid on the '20 as well. Maybe it's just my perception..but I think ill hold on for now. I really wanted an XLE trim but I didnt like the leather seats...felt hard. I've always loved fabric seats for my daily. Its unfortunate we are forced to take rubber band tires and leather in order to get all the other niceties.
Man, we don't have roads that good where I live.
I really like your car I’m glad it has no sunroof my opinion is sunroofs sucks after a while they leak and very expensive to fix
Expert Toyota mechanics always recommend against the sunroof.
@0HOON0 In general if you want less problems, (LEAKS) do not buy sunroof/moonroof ever!
Doesn't matter which make, they are all a source of trouble down the road.
'99 ES and '02 GS parked outside still don't leak. Old Toyota quality is quite good. However, I never ever open them, so yes would have loved to been able to get it without a sunroof.
@musicconnoisseur4019you can get Toyotas without sunroof
@musicconnoisseur4019 Doesn't matter what mfr it is, the basic inherent weakness of any sunroof is the rubber seal...they will deteriorate over time...and ALL makes do at about the same rate. Save your money and skip these things.
16 inch on a midsize in 2025 is such a breath of fresh air. Our 5th gen Prius LE came with 17s!
Nailed it... Based on your videos and the Car Care Nut... I just got rid of a Tesla Model Y with 10k miles (huge mistake) and purchased a used 2020 Tundra SR with 68K miles from CarMax with max care.. The savings on fuel is not worth all the B/S with Tesla repair problems, depreciation, and insurance.. really a PITA..
Got a killer deal on a 2025 Prius Nightshade that only had the 12.3-inch screen and remote entry option. 32.4k for a car with leather seats and a few bells and whistles was one of the best choices I've made. There are still good value models/trims in the Toyota lineup for those who are willing to compromise.
I wish the front cross traffic alert could be added to the LE. In my area there are a lot of blind intersections and pulling out of driveways on curved roads.
You could get a front license frame that has side cameras?
Your review and Kirk Kreifel’s helped me a lot in my decision to buy my 25 Camry LE AWD around 2 months ago. I live in SW PA, and have been averaging around 48 mpg combined, because we have hilly terrain. I am very happy with it. Thank you!
Yeah so far it has been a good vehicle, we are packing the miles on it, guessing it’ll be at 10,000 here soon. The only problem we have had is the infotainment isn’t the fastest, at one point the screen just went black and came back on while driving, seemed like a reboot issue or memory issue to me, but we have seen issues like that in all of these new infotainment systems from just about every brand
great review!
Taller sidewall is part of a more robust suspension.
Also a smaller wheel package can shave quite a bit of weight at each corner which can counteract some of the handling demerits of a larger sidewall by reducing unsprung weight and improve economy . I think the LE weighs a couple bucks under the SE.
I miss my 2000 Camry. Inline 3L 6. 5speed manual. Insane car
I have the XSE NO SUNROOF. The extra soundproofing and especially the nice speakers really do it for me. The car handles incredibly well with the low batteries and no sunroof. I agree with you about the wheels, I plan on putting lower-diameter wheels on my XSE and probably upgrading the brakes at some point.
I really love Toyota but the Moonroofs are gigantic problems. They WILL leak because the weather stripping is just scotch-taped in, and replacing that stripping means removing all of the interior. After you do this massive repair, you have to do it all over again in a few years.
@5:40 I had the previous-gen v6, which handled like a pig lol. At highway speeds it was a little bit fast, but the new hybrids are way faster at lower speeds due to AWD. @11:17 Also, the truck arms don’t have plastic covers previous gen did lol. I agree with you here too, I want everything to have longevity. I want to pay for good mechanical parts, I don’t really care about aesthetics. @12:02 100% false, that’s perforated seat leather. @15:13 the main thing I like about the radio screen is that you can reboot it by just holding the power button. I’ve had radios freeze from every single manufacturer, and looking up each manufacturer’s secret Konami code each time is a frustration at a frustrating time
Are you sure that's still true about the sunroofs? I'm skeptical. Toyota scrutinizes each aspect of its vehicles for reliability weak points and patches the problem. Other manufacturers, including Subaru which Toyota partly owns now, have ultra-reliable sunroofs. I'd tend to guess you were describing an older, transitional problem that they have solved with better adhesive.
What happened to the volume button on the steering wheel?
Here in Australia, the entry trim (Ascent) is fitted with 17” wheels and the ride is still very nice and comfortable.
I'm looking at tinting my windows in the future and yours look really nice! Do you know what % those tints are?
Keep the air filter for the battery clean so it gets enough air flow to stay cool and it should last a very long time.
car care nut taught me that. LOL
@mambi74yup lol same
@mambi74x2
@mambi74 he’s the MVP
Great review, thanks for taking the time to do the review. I would love to see a longer term review on the car, just to see what you like and what annoys you. I am planning on getting a 2026 and would love to hear what you have to say. Thank you.
Bought new a 2018 camry LE after test driving the XLEV6.
Very happy with our 2018 LE (non-hybrid). Can't beat the ride on the 17" tires.
She loved her 2018, was such a bummer when she got hit. The safety on them is great too…first hand experience
Those wheels while basic, will be less prone to curb damage and the tires will be cheaper to replace, plus the more comfortable ride.
If i were to buy a daily car and not drive a truck, this would definitely be in my top 3 pick. I've thought they were nice cars.
I'm still not a fan of the trending fish mouth grills.
Big Agree.
Yeah I actually preferred the front of the 2018 over this, we just couldn’t find a decent price on a used one, then this dealer gave us a good deal.
Heard Laundry Basket Before 😂
Ugly like a Lexus
More like a cat with whiskers
I got the 2025 XSE and the ride is really good with a sportier look. I see how good a value the LE is but I needed the car to feel a little special which I can do on the XSE. Red leather, pano roof, heads up display and gorgeous rims with AWD for the rain make happy. My first Toyota.
The safety sense is standard nowadays, anything to help new drivers like my daughter is a win. Great color also.
I rented one in Fl a few yrs back and couldn't believe how much I liked it! It felt like a luxury car did just a few years ago. You hit the nail on the head model and tire wise. I learned that yrs ago. My 05 Colorado has 15" tires and rides better thanmost any new truck you can name. I'vealways gravitated toward lower end models if not base models. Good video! I justwish I could find a good commutercloser to that 20k mark that a 6' guy can get and out of!
The Subaru Crosstrek or Impreza might be ok. I
got into a last gen Legacy and was shocked that I
didn't have to duck down, compared to the Malibu.
I looked up at the tall opening & got out & in again.
I got mine in the Ocean Gem as well. I had the same thing happen to me. A flat bed semi merged into the lane without seeing me and clipped me causing my bumper to come off. Thankfully no one was hurt. Still I was able to get with including TTYL $28,000 which was a steal after putting the money down and getting my insurance settlement check within a few days. It is a nice vehicle and I get anywhere between 49 to 53 miles per gallon depending on the driving.
That tiny screen with huge bezels.
I see the it has the same from the previous generation. If you are a tall person and have back issues you might want to go with a higher trim that has adjustable 6 way seats with lumbar support.
Best Camry review in the world. thanks.
I just bought an identical Camry. It replaced a2020 hybrid Camry that I really liked. Surprisingly, the2025 was only $250 more than the 2020. Both were LEs with floor mats and no other options. The review is spot on.
A lot of people don’t like the front end so prices are way down. Low mileage previous generation cars are unsurprisingly appreciating in value.
Nice look at the Camry LE. I got a SE 13 months ago. It's a nice car. I would have gotten a XSE, but I didn't have enough money 🤑.
At least you didn't get 18" rims. The 17s are much easier on you and the car.
Great video
Was there addition charges ie. destination, or dealer prep?
All true, really nice Camry, like it a lot. The 16 inch tires aren’t real sexy but they’re the best size for a real good comfortable ride. The range is great. Good power. Looks great. Great value for the money.
What surprises me is that I see so many sport models around me. Why do people buy them? I test drove it I felt every crack on the road with those low profile wheels and that firm ride suspension. LE and XLE were so much softer and more comfortable.
Yeah it's tough with the low profile wheels, I think most people just don't know that the taller sidewalls/skinny tires are actually useful for something, most folks just like the looks of the lower profile (including my daughter), she really wanted the SE.
@TheCarGuyOnlinePeople often chase for the looks sacrificing the comfort and the life of the suspension including wheels.
I feel this. I have a 2013 Kia Optima SXL with the low profile tires. New England potholes have claimed 3, yes 3 wheels, at $700+ a pop. Never again will I own low profile tires.
I like it alot, may get one for rideshare purposes.
Nice. I want one too. I have 18 Camry XLE hybrid. I want the 25-27 Camry XLE hybrid again w the safety pkg like 4760 options.. total like 40k…
You cannot go wrong with LE trim, I got the 2020 LE trim on my Corolla and best bang for your buck, just regular maintenance and almost paid off now.
Nothing like a paid off car!
@TheCarGuyOnlineright, the best part is I only have 41k miles on it.
@alvinsimba734I’ve got a 2019 Corolla XLE from the Mother in law sho can’t drive anymore. This might be the pinnacle of non hybrid, ICE only, as simple as it gets transportation.
@bobbbobb4663indeed and I got a 2020 LE and it has been great for what it is. Anything past Covid though there have been shortcuts
It’s 5 years old. That’s a long payment! But once it’s paid keep forever.
1:05 Sun roof is an available on all trims
Great practical insights in this review. Most reviewers are always pushing the expensive high end models. I totally agree that the base model makes the most sense for a Camry especially for the price.
As a senior, I am looking into getting a Camry LE, could someone please comment on how easy or difficult it is to use the infotainment screen?
I never understood why the Camry is not present on the Italian market.
I got my 25 Camry le with convenience package and all weather mats for 29k out the door. Amazing value.
I wish I could get it in that price where I live here in Allentown Pa
Im getting 52.3 mpg with mines the secret is using adaptive cruise control and EV Mode when in residential area
Great review!
The Camry LE 2025 Japan made: 17" wheels and 12.3' screen! Perfect! I have one of those
How is the sound system? Are there options with a cd player?
Great Video, and information also glade your daughter is ok in that car accident ! Keep are kids safe is # 1
Great review. Do they make XLe with fat tires too?
Good review, glad your daughter likes the car. The classic car you passed @5:18 is a 1929 Model A Ford Roadster, but you probably already knew that.
I just got my 2025 AWD SE. Great car, which drives almost seamlessly. Excellent build quality, but a bit of hood vibration at speed and doors seem a bit "tinny".Not quite a Lexus, but close and handles better than the Lexus IMO. Be prepared to wait for one, and it took me 5 dealers before I could actually bargain a bit on price and have the dealer do a trade for the color and interior I wanted. LE's are easier to find, but it's difficult to even find one on a dealer lot that isn't pre-sold.
Yep I had the same impressions you did on quality etc.
Great analysis here! I have the exact same feeling about my 2023 Prius Prime SE (base model). It’s the only trim with the smaller wheels-which have not only bigger sidewalls, but gets better mileage as well. You can find these at under $30k if you buy them used, one year old. No worries about a sunroof leaking (don’t have one), no worries about the power liftgate breaking (don’t have that, either) but the overall quality of the car is great (built in Japan), the ride is better, and for day-to-day driving, there’s nothing that meets my needs better at any trim level.
I rented a 2025 Toyota Camry in San Francisco. I got 45 mpg.
Good Review ....... Helps Me choosing between Toyota vs Honda
so every basic LE comes with rear seat vents?
Toyota, please make a base level wagon.
I’ll buy one tomorrow.
At least you can upgrade this base model to the get electric position seating. You can't upgrade the infotainment center
Just got this exact model, I will just say for Very tall people with big torsos:
I’m about 6’5, I gotta put seat all the way down past the floor, and angle the seat back an extra like 20° so I don’t hit my head.
It is comfortable, I’m around 275 and it’s definitely wide enough seats and space
But just that one little thing, otherwise 10/10
My son replaced a 18 Sti that maybe got 12-14 mpg with the HUGE injectors for a 2025 Camry which he loves and I road in it - runs adequately strong enough for me
Convenience and Cold weather options only add a couple thousand to the price and extremely worth it
What % is the window tint?
What about the XSE vs LE?
Sold. For the money, best car in market. For $30k and regular maintenance, you have a excellent car for 1/3 to 1/2 of your life.
😂😂😂😂😂 not anymore Toyota are junk now
so this car in 40 years is going to be running just fine with all working electronics in 2066, with 2 million miles? ok ralph, don't shoot your eye out!
I definitely think the LE is the value play but if you can swing an XLE you get of course, a few more features, but more importantly you get laminated glass and I believe extra sound insulation. After years of commuting and loud cars, I just want the quietest experience I can get
Yeah the LE has the front acoustic but not on the sides, though it's so quiet with the taller tires it might actually have less vibration/noise long term than the upper trims IMO. As tires wear on lower profile/wider tires, they get a lot louder with age. I do think the JBL and other features would be nice, just not for the price premium.
I have my eyes on an LE for my wife. Same color and interior as above. I sat in one the other day and found that the front driver's seat can be set higher than the XLE or other trims. This is great as we both like to sit high as we currently have 2 SUVs. We are renting an XLE for 3 days as the dealership did not have an LE. You paid $28,600 + tax. Don't know if I am able to find pricing like that in CA. Will have to do a search outside of the Sacramento area. Great review.
you are right man about the tyres. i have an older Camry Sportivo and while it looks good. I can feel every bump. i would not buy a sport next time.
I have to agree with you on all things in your review. As for mileage, I have gotten on more than a few drives slightly over 63 mpg. My 2008 would get at best 27.5 mpg on the same drive. I drive in ECO mode but I will try normal mode to see if I get better mileage.
I have a 25 SE AWD. Cannot complain at all. Got about 11% off MSRP. Like driving a spaceship haha
My only complaint is the color, the LE trim looks odd in anything besides silver or grey (imo). Although I agree with you this is the trim to get for the ride quality, fuel economy, and price, I have to admit that the SE looks GREAT. I just hate the idea of a choppy ride without better handling (Toyota SE trims have dampers that seem cheap - their just stiffer and they ride like crap).
Most cars these days dont have well damped suspension.
Its all in the way they take bumps.
Cost cutting measures.
I have the Ocean Gem SE . The SE just felt more solid to me and I liked the Auto adjust drivers seat , also the snappier drive . But It's a great car no matter the trim.
I just traded my 2024 wilderness forester in for this bad boy. Wanted to downsize and save some money. Man I freaking love this car! Battery weight helps in the snow too!
The basic features are what make a car last exceptionally long due to its simplicity and not complicated tech
Super reliable car and fuel efficient.
Thank you for a common sense review. Happy to hear that the LE has blind spot monitoring. Unfortunately, I also need the newer safety features like rear cross traffic automatic braking. Thank you again.
I didn’t mention this but I know it does have rear traffic alert, adaptive cruise and auto braking. Pretty sure all Toyota models have the safety sense features but I’ll double check
The best color on any car that I have seen.
💯 agree that Toyota has skimped on the quality of plastics inside the vehicle and cheap key fob.Told our salesman I want a Camry on the outside and Honda on the inside 😊
The base is ok except you need power seats with lumbar for longer rides. Sadly no lumbar available for passengers.
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