people always complain about how toyota carry over engines all over again , but that is a good thing ...they are bullet proof engines ...very reliable ....so why risk building a new engine and risk losing some reliability then fixing it in later models
I work on Toyotas and they are great motors as long as they are well maintained but they've use the same 3.5 V6 since 2005 and they need to bump it up! I love the motor and it has awesome power and torque but its time for a change!
***** No it's not. Look at all the American companies doing that...their reliability is still shit. I have a 2013 Civic and this one is next on my list. Never buy American.
Thank you for the review sir! I would like to offer a difference of opinion, and that is on the lack of new engines. The Toyota 2.5L and 3.5L are tried and true motors that have proven reliability. I researched this entire class of vehicle and bought a Camry, it does everything well. I also think the new body style is gorgeous. I have the 2.5L and it flies up on the highway with ease with plenty of power for passing as well. The 3.5L will boost testosterone levels but it's quite an expensive upgrade. I will not speak negatively of other manufacturers but I chose not to buy a car with a CVT, there are just too may reported problems not to mention failures. Overall, I really love everything about my Camry. Thanks again for the fine review.
I have the 2015 camry hybrid XLE with blizzard Pearl paint and it is BEAUTIFUL. It rides so smoothly it's almost like you are gliding. Thrown in with the heated seats, sunroof and wireless charging alongside touch lock and unlock features it is truly amazing. Not to mention the convenient push button engine start. I don't understand how people can say the car doesn't look that nice. Sure it isn't the NICEST but it is NICE.
Same with the Mazda3 and Mazda6 looking IDENTICAL except size difference. Even the interior looks exactly the same. That isn't a bad thing to me though. It's good for car companies to have design language in their lineup.
ClearMythicGaming I agree that the 6 is nicer than the 3 also. But most people wouldn't be able to differentiate them unless they saw the badge or size difference.
what are you complaining about the engines. the base 4cyl and the V6 are Toyota's best engines for years, always reliable, which is the key point on why ppl buy them, and it isn't something people have been complaining. The V6 is very strong comparing to the Turbos of Hyundai or Kia even the shitty fords ecoboost with its poor fuel economy. why change something that still works great...
Far too many hate on the Toyota Camry. Everyone is saying Mazda 6 is better. If so, how come I've only seen about 2-3 of them on the road? I've seen more Bentleys and Maseratis on the road than the Mazda 6. So please, fuck off with the Mazda 6. If you people like it so much go purchase one. Otherwise, I'm expecting to see plenty of these new Camrys soon after it's release.
***** the old 2az were notorious for oil consumption. They even put in the manual that a being a quart low on oil after 1500-2000 miles was normal. But then came the miracle 2ar.
Honestly, at the end of the day, the Camry and Accord lead this segment. That's a no brainer. People constantly hate on it, saying the Mazda 6 or Ford Fusion is better. I've seen more Ford Fusions on the road than Mazda 6's but again, it's a Ford. It will never, and I mean never compete against the Camry and Accord in this segment.
Every car manufacturer's wish is to produce a car like Camry to be the most reliable and most sold vehicle. Those who hate it are called "the enemy of success".
People always complain about the Camry's bland looks, which is understandable. HOWEVER, this car is going to continue to sell like hotcakes, just like their other previous generations have. The Camry's reliability is extremely hard to beat.
The fact that Toyota has basically redesigned the car after only three years doesn't show how innovative they are, it shows how shitty, aged and uncompetitive for the segment the car was in the first place, and how they needed an emergency refresh to keep sales going.
Not to mention that it has been the same basic car since 2006, which was bad to begin with. I'd rather have a 90's Camry, back when they were actually GOOD.
Daniel O'Connell Most people are stupid when it comes to cars. Most Americans know nothing about cars. Getting a driving licence is a joke and most can't even drive a car with a manual transmission. So, yeah people love, because people are really stupid when it comes to cars.
Protector of the Republic They just don't care, a car to them is just a means of transport. I've been a car person sense I can remember, and the reason I like the 3.5L V6 is because 95% of car people look at it and think 'slow piece of shit', fact is it's reliable, relaxing, does 0-60 in 5.6 seconds with good tyres and sounds fantastic with an aftermarket intake. Cheap as chips too.
Daniel O'Connell And, that's the problem. They don't care. Toyota's have mediocre safety ratings. This engine has it's charm, but the Camry has always been technologically aged, even at launch.Reality is that most modern cars, if properly maintained, last much longer than any person would need. Problem is normal people are stupid. Which also makes America have a much higher accident rate than the European Union. If it were after me, I would make it mandatory to learn to drive a car with a manual transmission, I would make the entire learning process of getting a license only take place with a professional instructor over a course of three months and a much, much harder to pass exam. Cars aren't just means of transport or appliances. They're a significant part of our society and culture and people failing to recognize that it's why they're stupid and Camry is such a successful car.
I own a 97 Camry and it drives like new with over 300,000 miles on it with little repair on it ...water pump and new tires..........Im buying a new one when this one dies ??????
The car proportions are actually pretty nice, looks good relative to it's predecessors. The interior is a big step up. I also notice they're taking design cues from the 2014 Lexus lineup, especially that front fascia.
I've studied cars and trucks for 30 yrs. Have had 3 toyota's 1 corolla, 2 tacomas (all great) 1 mazda 323 (great car) 1 ford f-150 (no probs) 1 GMC, Sierra (trans. failed at 15,000) 1 VW jetta (one prob. after another), currently Nissan Frontier (good so far), I don't like the looks of the Camry, but it does have good engine's, has a full front subframe, good sized steel front control arms. but the rear suspension still uses MacPherson struts, not a true multi-link rear suspension. The only car in the class to still use them. I mention this because, the suspension of cars are getting more flimsy to save weight. Most GM vehicles use aluminum suspension arms, which are lighter, but if hit hard they can crack, and aluminum fatigues faster than steel. I live where the roads can be pretty rough, and I want a durable suspension. And many unibody cars don't have full front subframes anymore. I prefer cloth seats, but whatever happened to nice soft velour seat fabric, and carpeted kick panels on the doors. My truck kick panels have marks on the I can get off, can't just vacuum them off.
Half of you hating on the new Camry probably are just mad you already bought the lesser models from the competition and now regret it. You will be seeing a lot of these on the road so you haters will be hating a lot your way to work.
Can anyone from US do me a favor please? I'm making a translation subtitle for the video, I cannot recognize (2:57) "they're really look like the kind of XXX you find in a MB" I have no idea what the XXX is. THX so much!!!
I wonder if I'm the ONLY one who doesn't like the seats with the SUEDE in the middle?? When I order leather seats, I want them all the same material...
when it is hot outside it doesn't breathe enough.. It creates all kinds of problems. Differences in materials in strategic areas allows for air flow and the seat not ever really entering ones mind while driving... It makes a difference when your using heated seats especially.
I agree with you. This was a major reason I didn't consider the Passat either, they don't do full leather. The Accord handles the issue of being breathable well with their full leather, which is perforated.
Sorry Camry lovers, but I see *Sonata* everywhere. The tail lights, the chrome in the tail, the lines that come from the hood, doors and all the way back to the tail lights, the small display between the tach and the speedo, the 18" wheels... Man, until now, there is no SUCH a revolutionary design as the hyundai Sonata YF (up to 2014 model year) and SUCH a major influence to many other cars (Camry, Fusion).
The overall of this vehicle is exquisite from the demeanor styling it once had, Toyota prepped this bad boy to stay competitive in a rapidly changing mid-sized automotive market. With the help of Camry baby sister, the Corolla in design philosophy, this redesign should get its competitors thinking again.
I've owned Toyota's and I have to admit, these cars are great. I have over 160,000 on my 2005 Camry. I only needed new tires, changed my oil, and air filter ( always used K&N) oh yea, my brake pads and rotors and shocks, standard fixes. Never had an issue with tranny, or engine. And never stalled on the Hwy or anywhere. I might get a 2015 - 2016 model eventually.
I'm really surprised they took such a strong stance on the aesthetics. It looks nice, but I'd feel a bit mislead being sold something that looks so sporty. However, before I judge I'd rather drive it.
I hope there is a drive mode selection giving the boring handling engagement a new feeling. Toyota did a great job in flashing up the norm of boring design, with these never break down machine, Lexus is in danger.
I never thought the old camry was a looker, but at least it wasnt offensively ugly like this one. The grille looks like a cheaper version of thr lexus spindel grille. The interior seems a lot nicer though
Why do reviewers harp on Toyota using the same engines and transmissions from generation to generation? They're incredibly reliable and efficient. It doesn't make sense to redesign something that has a rock solid reputation. Some people want a simple car that will last 15 years and needs nothing but oil and tires.
I wish car manufacturers would give options for transmission not all of us want a CVT. I rather have a traditional trans or manual thanks. Glad Toyota hasn't done that to all their vehicles yet.
Not in any specific order but the top 3 sedans in this segment. 1. Honda Accord 2. Nissan Altima 3. Toyota Camry I will never own anything else, and I own all three - 02 accord, 08 Altima, 06 Camry. I still drive all three cars and love them to death!
Toyota doesnt "innovate" things like their engines because why would they change something that already works incredibly well? You dont fix things that dont need fixing. . and why would you be so concerned about improved fuel efficiency due to lack of CVT? When all the Ford Focus owners are replacing their transmissions early, they can tell us all who's saving more money.
Is it bad looking? No, it is a huge step forward compare to pre-facelift model. The sport XSE trim looks great in blue as well. Is it a problem that the engine is +10 years old? No, the 3.5 V6 is proven and reliable and gives good performance numbers. And for the people who keep saying here it is a bigger Corolla and at the same time they said Mazda 6 is better, the Mazda 6 is a bigger Mazda 3 so is it a problem? Overall this 2015 Camry is not a bad car. For what it gives, it is a good midsizer.
That old 3.5 L V6 from Toyota is over designed and overbuilt in the best sense of both words. There is a video about that, where the guy (Japanese mind you...) explains it. That's why this particular engine moves so many of their cars - Camry, Avalon, Highlander, ES 350, RX 350...In a Camry in particular, that is the lightest out of all these cars, this engine works under especially low stressed environment. In some other video another guy explained that anything greater than 100 horse power from 1 L of engine displacement leads to excessive load on the engine and its parts. Case in point - small, but very powerful 4 cylinder turbos, like 250 horses from popular these days 2.0T engines (125 horses from 1 L). Toyota's (no turbo, no direct injection) NA 3.5 L V6 produces 268 horses, divided by 3.5 L resulting in on 76 horses/1 Liter, i.e. this engine is never overloaded. The result is exceptional longevity and reliability. Their 2.5 L engine with its 178 horses pulls even less - only 71 horses from 1 Liter. Finally, I got recently certified pre-owned 2017 Camry XLE V6 with less than 15,000 miles on odometer and it's the best car I've ever owned bar none. It's basically a Lexus (well, almost) inside the Toyota body, super quiet, comfortable and the V6 engine pulls it strongly with barely audible purr. The only downside - two speeding tickets in 4 months, as the car just flies effortlessly and almost silently without you even noticing.
The only thing I'll say about the '15 Camry is that I really wish Toyota had thought twice about the plastic fill-in on the rear quarter windows. It makes the car look like crap compared to the prior model. Other than that, I'm not mad at their "if it ain't broke, don't fix it" mentality.
It isn't something that makes a difference to me, though apparently it does to other people: This car, considering it's being touted as high tech, does not offer an in car entertainment system with Apple Car Play or Android Auto. It wasn't available until this model was replaced in 2018...if then.
Why can't we get these in Europe? The last Camry we got was the mK5; I had a Mk4 which I imported direct from Japan via Toyota Ireland. Only way I can get one of these as RHD is from Australia but the speedo is KmH, whereas here in the UK we use Miles still like the USA. I am prepared to hunt the world for a RHD with MPH speedo. Anyone able to offer help.
All that Toyota for the does for the non-hybrid models is use carryover engines from the previous models and give them major exterior and/or interior overhauls, then market it as new and innovative to lure naïve buyers that are mainstream consumers that don't know there are better options out there.
The sweet spot is the SE Hybrid otherwise wait until the Camry gets the CVT and hopefully a revised V4. Expect the V6 to disappear and to be replaced with a Turbo V4.
I have no doubt the Camry is as good as ever but the styling doesn't thrill me. I think I would be sure to have a look at the Accord first before deciding on a Camry.
That is the innovation. Corolla changed how ppl viewed Toyota so they kept it going with the Camry. It is very appealing now for 2015 and that is no lie.
That is the innovation. Corolla changed how ppl viewed Toyota so they kept it going with the Camry. It is very appealing now for 2015 and that is no lie.
As a person who's been driving cars for over 15 years, Hyundai and Kia have definitely overtaken Toyota in terms of technology. Toyota may edge Hyundai and Kia out in terms of reliability, but it's by such a small margin that it's not even worth mentioning. Hyundai and Kia cars offer superior technology, superior powertrains (the AWD powertrains on new Hyundai and Kia models are excellent), superior transmissions and superior suspensions over equivalent Toyota cars. The only thing that Toyota has going for it is hybrid cars, but then again, hybrid cars are becoming less popular because of cheaper oil prices for the short-medium term. If you haven't considered Hyundai or Kia, I highly recommend you test drive them. They offer superior technology and driving experience over Toyotas and are just as reliable.
MilanoPhotographie Hyundai and Kia have superior suspensions and the powertrains are pretty much the same with Toyota, Nissan and Mazda, etc. In Germany, Hyundai and Kia are the most popular Korean/Japanese car brands. Toyota comes 3rd and Nissan is 4th. Almost see no Mazdas or Subarus here.
MilanoPhotographie In Japan actually hybrid cars are not very extremely popular. Still petrol cars are most popular. Japanese people love German brands the most but we cant buy them because of Japanese tax is too high
Tbh aside from that Lexus like front grill on the xse I like the current SE my parents own better in terms of styling. The rear on the new one looks like a super size corolla lol. They have done a really good job with the interior though glad they are getting with the times and actually putting in a screen in the tach/speedo cluster. Don't understand why they are making the v6 a need for keyless/push. Ours is the 4 cylinder SE but it came with keyless entry/push button heated seats 17s and the perforated fake leather lol. Good to see dual zone climate and all the other safety goodies being available!!
i can see shades of lexus in this model. looks pretty attractive to me. those who want their car to look like Audi's but do not want to spend that much are better off with likes of accords or passat.. but for young sensible folks.. i guess camry makes good case for itself
Test drove a 2015 Highlander, Pathfinder and Outback today, and was really disappointed with the quantity and quality of plastics in the Toyota. There was only 700kms on this demo XLE model and there was so much scratched up plastic inside. Armrest, cupholders and door armrest were all scuffed and rough looking. I've had two Toyotas and a Lexus before and they were far superior to what I saw today. Very strange.
Is true!I have a 2003 Toyota Corolla and looks much better then a 2015 Toyota Corolla.I need a car because I have to many miles and I don't know what to choose between Hyundai Sonata,Elantra(love the design,is fancy but I don't trust the engine),Honda Civic,Accord or Toyota Camry(sucks in design but I trust the brand),I can't choose Toyota Corolla ,I like only the ream at S model,rest is ugly inside & out.I'm confused:(
Next, Toyota desperately needs to work on those engines and figure out a new transmission or lose weight - all the above would be a godsend. Great review!
I don't think Mr. Wood knows the definition of innovation. . . An SE hybrid was already available for the 2014.5 model. There is no way that the XSE or SE is comfortable enough for people who want a smooth or comfortable ride.
Dam it's getting harder and harder to make Camry jokes. Seriously though I'm liking the refreshed look and that interior looks like it could have been in a Lexus, really nice improvements.
I dont understand toyota. The Corolla has LED headlights and DRL, smart key, front heated seats, and sunroof as standard on the LE. Meanwhile you have to either upgrade your trim level or add the feature for an additional cost on the Camry. An LE Corolla starts at 18,500 An LE Camry starts at 22,900 $4400 more for the Camry with less features. I guess you're paying for "Style"
definitely prefer this one than the accord sport. however it still can't beat the exterior style of mazda6, fusion and sonata. once again, the exterior style.
This new Camry does look like the new Corolla thats cuz they shared & borrowed some styling cues from each other. The Camry took some styling from the new Lexus and now claims to be the boldest Camry by far. I see the Camry & Avalon as the parents of the new Corolla. Look at it that kind of perspective.
I now understand why they said the new Corolla was a baby-Camry, I mean, just look at the both of them! The Camry is simply a larger and more mature Corolla in terms of look.
Camry always meant value for money and well build quality. I owned two Camry back to back within 10 years in the 90's. Mazda may be a better car now but in terms of build quality, it is not as good as Toyota or Honda.
people always complain about how toyota carry over engines all over again , but that is a good thing ...they are bullet proof engines ...very reliable ....so why risk building a new engine and risk losing some reliability then fixing it in later models
You are right.
Agree with you. The old engine is not that good as Honda's. But it is still not bad at all.
I work on Toyotas and they are great motors as long as they are well maintained but they've use the same 3.5 V6 since 2005 and they need to bump it up! I love the motor and it has awesome power and torque but its time for a change!
I believe toyota will take the new 2.0T from Lexus someday.
***** No it's not. Look at all the American companies doing that...their reliability is still shit. I have a 2013 Civic and this one is next on my list. Never buy American.
Cars like this make me wonder what luxury cars are going to be like in ten fifteen years.
Same.
zackthecameraman Ever heard of the F 015?
We're nine years down, and I can't really see too many differences nowadays compared to before. It's more a matter of personal taste
Thank you for the review sir! I would like to offer a difference of opinion, and that is on the lack of new engines. The Toyota 2.5L and 3.5L are tried and true motors that have proven reliability. I researched this entire class of vehicle and bought a Camry, it does everything well. I also think the new body style is gorgeous. I have the 2.5L and it flies up on the highway with ease with plenty of power for passing as well. The 3.5L will boost testosterone levels but it's quite an expensive upgrade. I will not speak negatively of other manufacturers but I chose not to buy a car with a CVT, there are just too may reported problems not to mention failures. Overall, I really love everything about my Camry. Thanks again for the fine review.
I have the 2015 camry hybrid XLE with blizzard Pearl paint and it is BEAUTIFUL. It rides so smoothly it's almost like you are gliding. Thrown in with the heated seats, sunroof and wireless charging alongside touch lock and unlock features it is truly amazing. Not to mention the convenient push button engine start. I don't understand how people can say the car doesn't look that nice. Sure it isn't the NICEST but it is NICE.
Everyone keeps saying "It's a bigger Corolla" it's ALWAYS been this way.
Same with the Mazda3 and Mazda6 looking IDENTICAL except size difference. Even the interior looks exactly the same. That isn't a bad thing to me though. It's good for car companies to have design language in their lineup.
Not true. The 2014 Camry looks nothing like any of the Corolla models.
There are many differences between the Mazda 6 and 3. The 6 is much sleeker and just generally better looking in my opinion. The 3 still looks good.
ClearMythicGaming I agree that the 6 is nicer than the 3 also. But most people wouldn't be able to differentiate them unless they saw the badge or size difference.
Truth is, these people writing hate comment about Toyota, aren't really Toyota haters, they're attention seekers, the hooligans
what are you complaining about the engines. the base 4cyl and the V6 are Toyota's best engines for years, always reliable, which is the key point on why ppl buy them, and it isn't something people have been complaining. The V6 is very strong comparing to the Turbos of Hyundai or Kia even the shitty fords ecoboost with its poor fuel economy.
why change something that still works great...
If it ain't broke, don't fix it.
Yea seriously that V6 and 6-speed combo has been keeping up with everything else with supposedly higher numbers.
Fords ecoboost is not shitty its way more powerful then this V6
but I do agree the Camry engines are so reliable
Are you kidding? The 2AR and 2AZ are oil burning wastes of cast aluminum.
The 2az is no longer an option in the camry, that's been gone for years now.
Far too many hate on the Toyota Camry. Everyone is saying Mazda 6 is better. If so, how come I've only seen about 2-3 of them on the road? I've seen more Bentleys and Maseratis on the road than the Mazda 6.
So please, fuck off with the Mazda 6. If you people like it so much go purchase one. Otherwise, I'm expecting to see plenty of these new Camrys soon after it's release.
It's got a piss weak engine too. Looks great but no competition for the V6 Camry.
***** the old 2az were notorious for oil consumption. They even put in the manual that a being a quart low on oil after 1500-2000 miles was normal. But then came the miracle 2ar.
Honestly, at the end of the day, the Camry and Accord lead this segment. That's a no brainer. People constantly hate on it, saying the Mazda 6 or Ford Fusion is better. I've seen more Ford Fusions on the road than Mazda 6's but again, it's a Ford. It will never, and I mean never compete against the Camry and Accord in this segment.
***** I know what you mean, I see 4-5 Camrys every day where the oil dipstick is dry, and only about 1.5 quarts comes out during the oil change.
Every car manufacturer's wish is to produce a car like Camry to be the most reliable and most sold vehicle. Those who hate it are called "the enemy of success".
People always complain about the Camry's bland looks, which is understandable. HOWEVER, this car is going to continue to sell like hotcakes, just like their other previous generations have.
The Camry's reliability is extremely hard to beat.
An extra smooth ride, powerful V6, and the first hybrid in this class are innovations at this point.
The fact that Toyota has basically redesigned the car after only three years doesn't show how innovative they are, it shows how shitty, aged and uncompetitive for the segment the car was in the first place, and how they needed an emergency refresh to keep sales going.
Not to mention that it has been the same basic car since 2006, which was bad to begin with. I'd rather have a 90's Camry, back when they were actually GOOD.
Yeah that explains why every second car is a new Camry. Hate it all you want but people love them and for good reason.
Daniel O'Connell Most people are stupid when it comes to cars. Most Americans know nothing about cars. Getting a driving licence is a joke and most can't even drive a car with a manual transmission. So, yeah people love, because people are really stupid when it comes to cars.
Protector of the Republic They just don't care, a car to them is just a means of transport. I've been a car person sense I can remember, and the reason I like the 3.5L V6 is because 95% of car people look at it and think 'slow piece of shit', fact is it's reliable, relaxing, does 0-60 in 5.6 seconds with good tyres and sounds fantastic with an aftermarket intake. Cheap as chips too.
Daniel O'Connell And, that's the problem. They don't care. Toyota's have mediocre safety ratings. This engine has it's charm, but the Camry has always been technologically aged, even at launch.Reality is that most modern cars, if properly maintained, last much longer than any person would need. Problem is normal people are stupid. Which also makes America have a much higher accident rate than the European Union. If it were after me, I would make it mandatory to learn to drive a car with a manual transmission, I would make the entire learning process of getting a license only take place with a professional instructor over a course of three months and a much, much harder to pass exam. Cars aren't just means of transport or appliances. They're a significant part of our society and culture and people failing to recognize that it's why they're stupid and Camry is such a successful car.
I own a 97 Camry and it drives like new with over 300,000 miles on it with little repair on it ...water pump and new tires..........Im buying a new one when this one dies ??????
You can bash all you want but it's still one of the most selling cars. Everywhere
Nothing out there better than toyota best engines ever
My dad just got this car like 4 hours ago
I'm in the market for one.
The car proportions are actually pretty nice, looks good relative to it's predecessors. The interior is a big step up. I also notice they're taking design cues from the 2014 Lexus lineup, especially that front fascia.
I've studied cars and trucks for 30 yrs. Have had 3 toyota's 1 corolla, 2 tacomas (all great) 1 mazda 323 (great car) 1 ford f-150 (no probs) 1 GMC, Sierra (trans. failed at 15,000) 1 VW jetta (one prob. after another), currently Nissan Frontier (good so far), I don't like the looks of the Camry, but it does have good engine's, has a full front subframe, good sized steel front control arms. but the rear suspension still uses MacPherson struts, not a true multi-link rear suspension. The only car in the class to still use them. I mention this because, the suspension of cars are getting more flimsy to save weight. Most GM vehicles use aluminum suspension arms, which are lighter, but if hit hard they can crack, and aluminum fatigues faster than steel. I live where the roads can be pretty rough, and I want a durable suspension. And many unibody cars don't have full front subframes anymore. I prefer cloth seats, but whatever happened to nice soft velour seat fabric, and carpeted kick panels on the doors. My truck kick panels have marks on the I can get off, can't just vacuum them off.
Decent amount of car for the money, does not look too bad. Will sell a boatload of them as usual.
Agree
I've never wanted or considered getting a Camry until now.
This refreshed Camry is really nice, Toyota is definitely making statements.
Half of you hating on the new Camry probably are just mad you already bought the lesser models from the competition and now regret it. You will be seeing a lot of these on the road so you haters will be hating a lot your way to work.
Can anyone from US do me a favor please? I'm making a translation subtitle for the video, I cannot recognize (2:57) "they're really look like the kind of XXX you find in a MB" I have no idea what the XXX is. THX so much!!!
任志远 did you buy it?
I wonder if I'm the ONLY one who doesn't like the seats with the SUEDE in the middle??
When I order leather seats, I want them all the same material...
when it is hot outside it doesn't breathe enough.. It creates all kinds of problems. Differences in materials in strategic areas allows for air flow and the seat not ever really entering ones mind while driving... It makes a difference when your using heated seats especially.
This is for the sport XSE model only
I agree with you. This was a major reason I didn't consider the Passat either, they don't do full leather. The Accord handles the issue of being breathable well with their full leather, which is perforated.
CaliforniaHuman
Excellent!!
CaliforniaHuman Perforated is ok unless you have any sort of spill or mess on the seat. It is hard to clean out of all the little openings.
Sorry Camry lovers, but I see *Sonata* everywhere. The tail lights, the chrome in the tail, the lines that come from the hood, doors and all the way back to the tail lights, the small display between the tach and the speedo, the 18" wheels... Man, until now, there is no SUCH a revolutionary design as the hyundai Sonata YF (up to 2014 model year) and SUCH a major influence to many other cars (Camry, Fusion).
Fantastic, honest review and love the back drop of Hawaii! Flashback to my honeymoon. Wish there was a shot of the trunk space as well.
Excellent Review , this dude knows what's he talking about
The overall of this vehicle is exquisite from the demeanor styling it once had, Toyota prepped this bad boy to stay competitive in a rapidly changing mid-sized automotive market. With the help of Camry baby sister, the Corolla in design philosophy, this redesign should get its competitors thinking again.
doesnt look like a camry at all but it sure is beautiful
I've owned Toyota's and I have to admit, these cars are great. I have over 160,000 on my 2005 Camry. I only needed new tires, changed my oil, and air filter ( always used K&N) oh yea, my brake pads and rotors and shocks, standard fixes. Never had an issue with tranny, or engine. And never stalled on the Hwy or anywhere. I might get a 2015 - 2016 model eventually.
Whats the song from 0:35-1:06 It's so beautiful!!!
I'm really surprised they took such a strong stance on the aesthetics. It looks nice, but I'd feel a bit mislead being sold something that looks so sporty. However, before I judge I'd rather drive it.
What did they do? Put the Carola in the photo copier and enlarge it by a few percent?
I hope there is a drive mode selection giving the boring handling engagement a new feeling. Toyota did a great job in flashing up the norm of boring design, with these never break down machine, Lexus is in danger.
Honda accord with CVT is doing 36 mpg and with econ mode button pushed most people say they are getting around 40 mpg
Congrats! Great review and comments!
I'll take reliability over "innovation" every time.
I never thought the old camry was a looker, but at least it wasnt offensively ugly like this one. The grille looks like a cheaper version of thr lexus spindel grille. The interior seems a lot nicer though
Why do reviewers harp on Toyota using the same engines and transmissions from generation to generation? They're incredibly reliable and efficient. It doesn't make sense to redesign something that has a rock solid reputation. Some people want a simple car that will last 15 years and needs nothing but oil and tires.
Nice review. What's the name of the song used in the into?
JTarn1987 sounds like bradwolfe blacksheep instrumental soundcloud.com/bradwolfe/black-sheep-radio-mix
Stride1736 Thank you!!
Say what you want, It's still gonna be the best seller.
What is the name of the music in this video? Can you please tell me?
I wish car manufacturers would give options for transmission not all of us want a CVT. I rather have a traditional trans or manual thanks. Glad Toyota hasn't done that to all their vehicles yet.
AutoGuide.com does the xse 4 cylinder have the led low beams
We had auto-dimming high beams in our 1952 Cadillac! My uncle's 53 Packard might have had it, too. Not sure.
Not in any specific order but the top 3 sedans in this segment.
1. Honda Accord
2. Nissan Altima
3. Toyota Camry
I will never own anything else, and I own all three - 02 accord, 08 Altima, 06 Camry. I still drive all three cars and love them to death!
my 1964 caddy had the auto headlamp dimmer...innovation, huh!
Toyota doesnt "innovate" things like their engines because why would they change something that already works incredibly well? You dont fix things that dont need fixing. . and why would you be so concerned about improved fuel efficiency due to lack of CVT? When all the Ford Focus owners are replacing their transmissions early, they can tell us all who's saving more money.
So true that’s me right now🤦🏻♂️🤦🏻♂️
Love this channel. !!
It keeps its two major selling points.
1. Its reliable
2. Its reliable
unfortunately it's toyota's only selling points. I wait for them to actually release another true sports car like the Toyota Supra...2018 is it?
Where are they built. Here in Australia they are Police cars and Taxi's in Hybrid.
I like the design of the camry I mean the avalon and corolla are great looking cars I love it!
Complaining about the 3.5L V6? Get out of here, it's only one of the best V6 engines on the market.
Leather or leather accented? It looks like a corolla sedan has collected a is250.
The SE has been around since 2002..
I know that the dodge dart has an option for wireless charging for your phone, so its not the ONLY car that has it.
When will it be coming to the Toyota dealerships?
Now I can see where the RC F gets its front grill from..
love the video ( but not the Camry), and what's the name of theme song in the clip?
Is it bad looking? No, it is a huge step forward compare to pre-facelift model. The sport XSE trim looks great in blue as well. Is it a problem that the engine is +10 years old? No, the 3.5 V6 is proven and reliable and gives good performance numbers. And for the people who keep saying here it is a bigger Corolla and at the same time they said Mazda 6 is better, the Mazda 6 is a bigger Mazda 3 so is it a problem? Overall this 2015 Camry is not a bad car. For what it gives, it is a good midsizer.
How does charge your phone wireless?
is the wireless charging only for the XSE?
Waiting to see it in the form of taxi soon, where i live! :D. But this one much improved from the last version which was like a box :D !
That old 3.5 L V6 from Toyota is over designed and overbuilt in the best sense of both words. There is a video about that, where the guy (Japanese mind you...) explains it. That's why this particular engine moves so many of their cars - Camry, Avalon, Highlander, ES 350, RX 350...In a Camry in particular, that is the lightest out of all these cars, this engine works under especially low stressed environment. In some other video another guy explained that anything greater than 100 horse power from 1 L of engine displacement leads to excessive load on the engine and its parts. Case in point - small, but very powerful 4 cylinder turbos, like 250 horses from popular these days 2.0T engines (125 horses from 1 L). Toyota's (no turbo, no direct injection) NA 3.5 L V6 produces 268 horses, divided by 3.5 L resulting in on 76 horses/1 Liter, i.e. this engine is never overloaded. The result is exceptional longevity and reliability. Their 2.5 L engine with its 178 horses pulls even less - only 71 horses from 1 Liter. Finally, I got recently certified pre-owned 2017 Camry XLE V6 with less than 15,000 miles on odometer and it's the best car I've ever owned bar none. It's basically a Lexus (well, almost) inside the Toyota body, super quiet, comfortable and the V6 engine pulls it strongly with barely audible purr. The only downside - two speeding tickets in 4 months, as the car just flies effortlessly and almost silently without you even noticing.
Thanks for the review!
The only thing I'll say about the '15 Camry is that I really wish Toyota had thought twice about the plastic fill-in on the rear quarter windows. It makes the car look like crap compared to the prior model. Other than that, I'm not mad at their "if it ain't broke, don't fix it" mentality.
It isn't something that makes a difference to me, though apparently it does to other people:
This car, considering it's being touted as high tech, does not offer an in car entertainment system with Apple Car Play or Android Auto. It wasn't available until this model was replaced in 2018...if then.
Looks waaay better than the previous generation
Why can't we get these in Europe? The last Camry we got was the mK5; I had a Mk4 which I imported direct from Japan via Toyota Ireland. Only way I can get one of these as RHD is from Australia but the speedo is KmH, whereas here in the UK we use Miles still like the USA. I am prepared to hunt the world for a RHD with MPH speedo. Anyone able to offer help.
All that Toyota for the does for the non-hybrid models is use carryover engines from the previous models and give them major exterior and/or interior overhauls, then market it as new and innovative to lure naïve buyers that are mainstream consumers that don't know there are better options out there.
Damn I should of waited for this car to come out, but I'm happy with my 14 Corolla.
The sweet spot is the SE Hybrid otherwise wait until the Camry gets the CVT and hopefully a revised V4. Expect the V6 to disappear and to be replaced with a Turbo V4.
There's no such thing as a "V4." The term you were looking for is "I4."
Toyota won't ever put a turbo in their family cars (or any).
***** Yeah I guess you are right.
www.autoguide.com/auto-news/2014/07/2016-toyota-camry-likely-ditch-v6-turbo-four.html
Or are you?
There has never been a production V-4 in the history of the automobile. ALL 4-cylinders r I-4.
***** I guess you never heard of the Lexus NX. It's a family car with a turbo.
I have no doubt the Camry is as good as ever but the styling doesn't thrill me. I think I would be sure to have a look at the Accord first before deciding on a Camry.
there's one app for wireless charger?
Where is the innovation.... Looks like a bigger corolla
it is a bigger corolla
Their innovation is in Hybrid Synergy Drive technology and not much else
u could also say the mazda 6 is a bigger mazda 3.. is that a bad thing? i dont think so.. it's called style language
That is the innovation. Corolla changed how ppl viewed Toyota so they kept it going with the Camry. It is very appealing now for 2015 and that is no lie.
That is the innovation. Corolla changed how ppl viewed Toyota so they kept it going with the Camry. It is very appealing now for 2015 and that is no lie.
As a person who's been driving cars for over 15 years, Hyundai and Kia have definitely overtaken Toyota in terms of technology. Toyota may edge Hyundai and Kia out in terms of reliability, but it's by such a small margin that it's not even worth mentioning.
Hyundai and Kia cars offer superior technology, superior powertrains (the AWD powertrains on new Hyundai and Kia models are excellent), superior transmissions and superior suspensions over equivalent Toyota cars.
The only thing that Toyota has going for it is hybrid cars, but then again, hybrid cars are becoming less popular because of cheaper oil prices for the short-medium term.
If you haven't considered Hyundai or Kia, I highly recommend you test drive them. They offer superior technology and driving experience over Toyotas and are just as reliable.
MilanoPhotographie Hyundai is the best definitely...
MilanoPhotographie Hyundai and Kia have superior suspensions and the powertrains are pretty much the same with Toyota, Nissan and Mazda, etc.
In Germany, Hyundai and Kia are the most popular Korean/Japanese car brands. Toyota comes 3rd and Nissan is 4th. Almost see no Mazdas or Subarus here.
MilanoPhotographie Toyota and Nissan cars contain Fukushima nuclear radiation that will deform your children!
MilanoPhotographie In Japan actually hybrid cars are not very extremely popular.
Still petrol cars are most popular.
Japanese people love German brands the most but we cant buy them because of Japanese tax is too high
MilanoPhotographie Agree with you bro
Saw a camry rear end a sol. Sol had minimal damage, camry looked to be totaled. Whole front end was smashed in. Did Toyota fix that with this year?
Tbh aside from that Lexus like front grill on the xse I like the current SE my parents own better in terms of styling. The rear on the new one looks like a super size corolla lol. They have done a really good job with the interior though glad they are getting with the times and actually putting in a screen in the tach/speedo cluster. Don't understand why they are making the v6 a need for keyless/push. Ours is the 4 cylinder SE but it came with keyless entry/push button heated seats 17s and the perforated fake leather lol. Good to see dual zone climate and all the other safety goodies being available!!
i can see shades of lexus in this model. looks pretty attractive to me. those who want their car to look like Audi's but do not want to spend that much are better off with likes of accords or passat.. but for young sensible folks.. i guess camry makes good case for itself
What happened to Camry? It became like a sportscar. Camry was a family sedan right?
Test drove a 2015 Highlander, Pathfinder and Outback today, and was really disappointed with the quantity and quality of plastics in the Toyota. There was only 700kms on this demo XLE model and there was so much scratched up plastic inside. Armrest, cupholders and door armrest were all scuffed and rough looking. I've had two Toyotas and a Lexus before and they were far superior to what I saw today. Very strange.
Is true!I have a 2003 Toyota Corolla and looks much better then a 2015 Toyota Corolla.I need a car because I have to many miles and I don't know what to choose between Hyundai Sonata,Elantra(love the design,is fancy but I don't trust the engine),Honda Civic,Accord or Toyota Camry(sucks in design but I trust the brand),I can't choose Toyota Corolla ,I like only the ream at S model,rest is ugly inside & out.I'm confused:(
Next, Toyota desperately needs to work on those engines and figure out a new transmission or lose weight - all the above would be a godsend. Great review!
In my opinion, this is better looking than Toyota Corolla 2015
Song at the beginning?
How are you charging that phone? iPhone batteries I thought were not capable of charging wirelessly.
Haters be hating, jellers be jelly, toyota got so many attentions and fans! Mad that it's better than a american car? It took your job? Lol.
I don't think Mr. Wood knows the definition of innovation. . . An SE hybrid was already available for the 2014.5 model. There is no way that the XSE or SE is comfortable enough for people who want a smooth or comfortable ride.
Toyota is the best car because we can use it more than 10 years still smooth and strong.
Dam it's getting harder and harder to make Camry jokes. Seriously though I'm liking the refreshed look and that interior looks like it could have been in a Lexus, really nice improvements.
This is Toyota camry baby 😊
الخقه كامري 😻
I dont understand toyota. The Corolla has LED headlights and DRL, smart key, front heated seats, and sunroof as standard on the LE. Meanwhile you have to either upgrade your trim level or add the feature for an additional cost on the Camry.
An LE Corolla starts at 18,500
An LE Camry starts at 22,900
$4400 more for the Camry with less features. I guess you're paying for "Style"
Dose it come with a 6 speed manual transmission
+phsycopiano nope. 6spd auto only. The SE and XSE do come with paddle shifters.
definitely prefer this one than the accord sport.
however it still can't beat the exterior style of mazda6, fusion and sonata.
once again, the exterior style.
i cant believe i'm saying this..but i WANT this camry!
This new Camry does look like the new Corolla thats cuz they shared & borrowed some styling cues from each other. The Camry took some styling from the new Lexus and now claims to be the boldest Camry by far. I see the Camry & Avalon as the parents of the new Corolla. Look at it that kind of perspective.
The SE model has been out since 2003 or 2004 I had a 2005 one. And I'm a car head
I can get behind this new styling
Chrysler has had auto-dimming headlights since like 2005 come on Toyota
I now understand why they said the new Corolla was a baby-Camry, I mean, just look at the both of them! The Camry is simply a larger and more mature Corolla in terms of look.
Exterior façade only. Totally different cars in driving and dynamics.
I think it's ugly. Oh well...
Ricky Vang ya exactly why I said oh well...I saw so many comments from people thinking it looked good...I felt left out.. :*(
Just like your mother!
They don't care IF you think its ugly. You're not making the car.
Hassan Henry Pretty silly response being that of course they care if I or anyone think it looks good. We are the consumers buying it.
Yeah true.
Camry always meant value for money and well build quality. I owned two Camry back to back within 10 years in the 90's. Mazda may be a better car now but in terms of build quality, it is not as good as Toyota or Honda.