Toyota’s eCVT is so smooth and actually feels decent to drive compared to a regular CVT. It’s also extremely reliable. I’d take it over what’s in the Sonata any day
Camry every day of the week, and twice on Sunday. Recently rented a 2025 Camry SE and drove it 500 plus miles. Averaged 50.3 MPG. Loved the car. Smooth and refined. My daughter still drives a 98 Corolla and it runs great! I'm still rocking my old 86 4Runner SR5 with the reliable 22RE.
I would take the Camry over the Sonata for the simple fact that it has a mini spare over a tire inflation kit that is in the Sonata. Also the fact that you can option in AWD in every version in the Camry is a plus!
You can buy a spare and put it in the trunk of the Sonata. The foam tray that holds the tire inflation kit is covering the spot where a spare tire would normally go.
I used traffic jam assist for the first time in Boston a couple days ago and it was amazing! No matter how good a driver I believe I am, I can’t detect the smallest of adjustments that the radar sensors can to make driving a smoother experience in heavy traffic.
The '25 Camry is not an all-new design, it is an extensive mid-cycle refresh, as is the Sonata. The front and rear doors are the same as the '24. So many people think it's new....
Thanks for this comparison. I love to drive, and the Sonata just doesn’t excite me (though it’s very nice for passengers). Your comments are helpful as I look for a sporty sedan or small SUV. I now need to go see what you thought of the accord hybrid.
The uni-brow look of the Sonata isn't appealing to me. The more aggressive styling of the Toyota looks good, especially in the ocean gem color. Hyundai doesn't have anywhere near the resale value or long-term reliability of the Camry, so I'm going Toyota.
I especially hate the trend of having a skit where the headlights used to be for fancy accent lights and having the actual headlights down in the bumper. Hyundai and Kia are the worst with this.
Camry for the win. It definitely looks better and years from now it will hold its resale value better. Also Toyota has been making hybrids for 25+ years, they are the best in the industry. And the Camry AWD you tested has 3 electric motors, two in the front and one in the rear.
A company that's been making hybrids since 1997 vs a company newer to the technology that's still improving. Toyota has taken the hybrid system that was exclusive to the Prius for 20 years and gradually put it in almost every model of car and truck!
Just for everyone's knowledge Toyota stole the Hybrid tech and lost the patent case to the guy who came up with the original design 😊.. look up Paice LLC vs Toyota
Would have been nice to use 18" wheels on the camry to compare. 19" wheels can right firmer and let more feeling into the chassis. Maybe compared the xe to the sonata would have been closer.
So better MPG Camry, better acceleration Camry, better handling Camry, cool headlight Sonata. You say the Sonata is quieter but your video says otherwise.
You are comparing a sporty version of Camry that costs 6K more than a non-sporty version of Sonata. Should have compared the Camry with Sonata N Line, which is the sporty version of Sonata.
I can’t stand people who waste time spewing information they literally have no knowledge about. Let me help the uninformed individual here. This vehicle comparison is between HYBRID midsize sedans. Notice how I highlighted, “HYBRID” in all caps? The Hyundai Sonata N Line is NOT a hybrid. The 2025 Camry does NOT have a trim that competes with the Sonata N Line. 🤦🏻♂️
XSE is missing rain sensing wipers and memory seats. XLE has them but with the ugly microfiber on the dashboard and doors that will build up dirt over time. Going with the Sonata for this one.
As per value, power, durability & Brand ideology Toyota best here. Hyundai had a theft issues nationwide & still expensive insurance prem. Hyundai best only on their ads on UA-cam. Lol 😂
The XSE is overpriced and suffers from oversized wheels and extra weight than the Camry LE and to a lesser extent the SE. The Camry XSE and XLE are significantly slower than the Camry LE and get worse MPGs. The LE with options you want makes much more sense than the XSE and XLE.
But how do they look? Wheel sizes? Who has measured the height of these cars? Define a hair quicker. This review makes me sad. All very disquieting for the target audience. So sad.
Well it's clear u really can't grasp simplest of things observing them by yourself.. But i didn't know u can't grasp them even after multiple people teach u with their expertise.... Mate !! something really went wrong with u in your childhood 😌😌😌
haha, no offense but if you really want tow truck cars it's JLR, they are the most unreliable piece of shit ever. It makes anything and Korean cars look very reliable
Then, he shouldn't say that the Camry is sportier, has better interior quality (it costs 6K more than the Sonata Hybrid), and overall a better choice. He should have just reviewed the hybrid systems. The Sonata N Line kicks the Camry's ass when it comes to sportiness.
@@paulk6720 agreed. He shudda just compared the hybrid to hybrid. The xse is decently sport tuned tho but the drivetrain is the same on all trims which is to say tuned for efficiency not engagement or speed
@@bitbat9 - It’s not a different class of vehicle, they are both sedans that serve exactly the same purpose that are priced very similarly. It’s ridiculous to say these cars are in a different class. The Civic is not significantly smaller than the accord and is closer in functional size to the Camry than it is to the Corolla. The Accord is too ugly to be compared to anything.
We decided to replace our 20 year old sedan with a hybrid. After some research. I went and test drove the new Accord. Sweet ride. I looked at the Sonata but had difficulty getting someone to pay attention. Toyota did not have any Camrys. But the guy took my number. I could not get past $3.000 dealership mark-ups for a Honda. Toyota promises a Camry at MSRP if I would wait a week maybe two. They lied. When I went back 9 days later they ended up discounting a double packaged SE 10%. TFS offered a 3.99. WTF Honda. WTF Hyundai. Although I probably dodged a bullet with that one.
Why are you wasting your time comparing a Camry hybrid to this Hyundai garbage truck-Toyota is the king of hybrid technology always has been always will be-case closed.
Toyota’s eCVT is so smooth and actually feels decent to drive compared to a regular CVT. It’s also extremely reliable. I’d take it over what’s in the Sonata any day
Camry every day of the week, and twice on Sunday. Recently rented a 2025 Camry SE and drove it 500 plus miles. Averaged 50.3 MPG. Loved the car. Smooth and refined. My daughter still drives a 98 Corolla and it runs great! I'm still rocking my old 86 4Runner SR5 with the reliable 22RE.
1998 Corolla’s are great cars:)
I would take the Camry over the Sonata for the simple fact that it has a mini spare over a tire inflation kit that is in the Sonata. Also the fact that you can option in AWD in every version in the Camry is a plus!
You can buy a spare and put it in the trunk of the Sonata. The foam tray that holds the tire inflation kit is covering the spot where a spare tire would normally go.
@@peterniss7328wait really lol??
The Sonata seems noticeably louder in the video alone!
If you’re driving the AWD Camry, you have 3 electric motors, not 2.
I used traffic jam assist for the first time in Boston a couple days ago and it was amazing! No matter how good a driver I believe I am, I can’t detect the smallest of adjustments that the radar sensors can to make driving a smoother experience in heavy traffic.
Is this in the sonata or the Camry?
@@piouszormelo8690 if the Camry has TSS 3.0, it has the capability I believe. As for the Sonata, I’m not too familiar with their offerings.
The '25 Camry is not an all-new design, it is an extensive mid-cycle refresh, as is the Sonata. The front and rear doors are the same as the '24.
So many people think it's new....
I got a Sonata 2024 and I love it!!! 💚
I've heard good things about the sonata but i have great experiences with Toyota hybrids. Of the two id def go with the Camry
Motortrend drove the new camry, they loved it. Not the only reviewer who said it is even better now
Thanks for this comparison. I love to drive, and the Sonata just doesn’t excite me (though it’s very nice for passengers). Your comments are helpful as I look for a sporty sedan or small SUV. I now need to go see what you thought of the accord hybrid.
2024 Sonata Hybrid Limited EASY!!! 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
You’re real good. Excellent review. Pros & cons to both. Personal preference. Great cars. Great job.
The uni-brow look of the Sonata isn't appealing to me. The more aggressive styling of the Toyota looks good, especially in the ocean gem color. Hyundai doesn't have anywhere near the resale value or long-term reliability of the Camry, so I'm going Toyota.
I especially hate the trend of having a skit where the headlights used to be for fancy accent lights and having the actual headlights down in the bumper. Hyundai and Kia are the worst with this.
Going with Sonata. You do make great points though 😊, both cars are very nice
A great comparison. I find Camry the better choice.
camry is outdated and boring car
The Camry actually has a very good camera system. You have to press the camera button (on the center console) while in reverse or drive.
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Great Review
Camry for the win. It definitely looks better and years from now it will hold its resale value better. Also Toyota has been making hybrids for 25+ years, they are the best in the industry. And the Camry AWD you tested has 3 electric motors, two in the front and one in the rear.
I test drive both and bought 25 camry xse. Accord compression with camry not sonata
Camry LE AWD - mic drop!!
A company that's been making hybrids since 1997 vs a company newer to the technology that's still improving. Toyota has taken the hybrid system that was exclusive to the Prius for 20 years and gradually put it in almost every model of car and truck!
Just for everyone's knowledge Toyota stole the Hybrid tech and lost the patent case to the guy who came up with the original design 😊.. look up Paice LLC vs Toyota
We Love Your Cargurus
Sonata looks cool, but similar to Toyota Crown at the front
The Sonata has a HUD which I think the Camry is missing plus the cameras are better. Those two items push me toward the Sonata.
Camry has a hud
Would have been nice to use 18" wheels on the camry to compare. 19" wheels can right firmer and let more feeling into the chassis. Maybe compared the xe to the sonata would have been closer.
So better MPG Camry, better acceleration Camry, better handling Camry, cool headlight Sonata. You say the Sonata is quieter but your video says otherwise.
That red everywhere in Camry gives the eyes a burn, XLE much preferred
Xse has full black
You are comparing a sporty version of Camry that costs 6K more than a non-sporty version of Sonata. Should have compared the Camry with Sonata N Line, which is the sporty version of Sonata.
I can’t stand people who waste time spewing information they literally have no knowledge about. Let me help the uninformed individual here. This vehicle comparison is between HYBRID midsize sedans. Notice how I highlighted, “HYBRID” in all caps? The Hyundai Sonata N Line is NOT a hybrid. The 2025 Camry does NOT have a trim that competes with the Sonata N Line. 🤦🏻♂️
@@lennygarrison6836I know SMH 🤦♂️
Why would you consider the alternative to the Camry?
Camry LE is the winner. Best mpg . 19 inch rims are too big and potholes will eat up them up
XSE is missing rain sensing wipers and memory seats. XLE has them but with the ugly microfiber on the dashboard and doors that will build up dirt over time. Going with the Sonata for this one.
As per value, power, durability & Brand ideology Toyota best here. Hyundai had a theft issues nationwide & still expensive insurance prem. Hyundai best only on their ads on UA-cam. Lol 😂
Has anyone bought a car from this website?
The XSE is overpriced and suffers from oversized wheels and extra weight than the Camry LE and to a lesser extent the SE. The Camry XSE and XLE are significantly slower than the Camry LE and get worse MPGs. The LE with options you want makes much more sense than the XSE and XLE.
But how do they look? Wheel sizes? Who has measured the height of these cars? Define a hair quicker. This review makes me sad. All very disquieting for the target audience. So sad.
Now I’m more confused hmmm
I can't stand the looks of the Camry but I'm sure grandparents everywhere are dropping their canes for it. 😅
Do grandparents still use canes? Thought you Americans all move around in wheelchairs
8th gen Camry over the sonata but sonata all day long over the 9th gen Camry
Sonata is dead.. It Drives like💩 its loud as 💩 its unreliable as 💩 it slow as 💩
Everything about it is 💩
y r soo brain dead😂😂😂
Well it's clear u really can't grasp simplest of things observing them by yourself.. But i didn't know u can't grasp them even after multiple people teach u with their expertise.... Mate !! something really went wrong with u in your childhood 😌😌😌
I like the Sonata, too.
@@jfish9014 but the 8th gen Camry w the v6 is just as good as the sonata
@@naveenthemachine yeah, I might have to pick the V6 Camry if it came down to it.
Im Korean and I never buy Korean cars. I dont have money to waste on towing truck.
You sure Korean?
haha, no offense but if you really want tow truck cars it's JLR, they are the most unreliable piece of shit ever. It makes anything and Korean cars look very reliable
You're trolling! 🧌
Yea i have Korean friends too, and they all steer away from their own country brand. I feel ya
Stop disrespecting camry by comparing it to sonata
At least he’s not trying to compare it to a Civic like most people do instead of comparing the Civic to a Corolla.
My wife swore I wrote that. When I read it to her.
@@planefan5812Nothing compares to the Civic. Literally now a class of its own. I think It's the price that causes people to compare.
@@In-obscurity-n7j name a single thing civic does better than prius apart from a few inches of interior space
@@In-obscurity-n7j 😂😂
Why compare the sportier Camry with the softer Sonata? Apples to apples is better.
They're in the same class both hybrid. Similar price. Direct competitors.
The sportier Sonata isn't hybrid
Then, he shouldn't say that the Camry is sportier, has better interior quality (it costs 6K more than the Sonata Hybrid), and overall a better choice. He should have just reviewed the hybrid systems. The Sonata N Line kicks the Camry's ass when it comes to sportiness.
@@paulk6720 agreed. He shudda just compared the hybrid to hybrid. The xse is decently sport tuned tho but the drivetrain is the same on all trims which is to say tuned for efficiency not engagement or speed
Another woke A hole crying about everything.
RESALE VALUE.
End of comparison.
Also the Camry will likely have better reliability and a higher quality drive .
Camry is closer to a Lexus vs a Sonata to a Genesis .
I want a comparison of the Civic Hybrid and the Camry LE.
Different class of vehicles. Should be camry vs accord
@@bitbat9 - It’s not a different class of vehicle, they are both sedans that serve exactly the same purpose that are priced very similarly. It’s ridiculous to say these cars are in a different class. The Civic is not significantly smaller than the accord and is closer in functional size to the Camry than it is to the Corolla. The Accord is too ugly to be compared to anything.
We decided to replace our 20 year old sedan with a hybrid. After some research. I went and test drove the new Accord. Sweet ride. I looked at the Sonata but had difficulty getting someone to pay attention. Toyota did not have any Camrys. But the guy took my number. I could not get past $3.000 dealership mark-ups for a Honda. Toyota promises a Camry at MSRP if I would wait a week maybe two. They lied. When I went back 9 days later they ended up discounting a double packaged SE 10%. TFS offered a 3.99.
WTF Honda. WTF Hyundai. Although I probably dodged a bullet with that one.
Hyundai salesman, lol.😅 this camry is better than the Accord and far better than the Hyundai.
Bruh he said the Camry is the better car at the end of the video
@@filetofish7688 He did, but for most of the video he praised the Hyundai lol.
sonata is more pretty then camry Lolzzzz😂
Why are you wasting your time comparing a Camry hybrid to this Hyundai garbage truck-Toyota is the king of hybrid technology always has been always will be-case closed.
Def sonata..toyota is boring inside and out
u buy a sonata for your mechanic
@@ibrahimbashir6634 you are not smart
@@user-bd9lw9jp9t I'm the smartest
that toyota grill is ugly as heck
That Hyundai will be in the garbage pile and worth 50% of its value in two years. No thanks.