Toyota Unveils Ninth-Generation, Hybrid-Only 2025 Camry
Powered (only) by Toyota’s fifth-gen hybrid system, every 2025 Camry now boasts 232 HP, but the smooth 301 HP V6 option is gone, baby, gone.
Toyota USA today unveiled the 2025 Toyota Camry alongside the first-ever 2025 Crown Signia, which you can read about HERE. Set to arrive in dealerships in the Spring of 2024, the ninth-generation Camry has been visually refreshed inside and out. New exterior. More tech and features on the inside. All-wheel drive is available on every grade. But unlike the outgoing 2024 model year, engine options have dropped down to one. Yes, gone are the naturally aspirated 4-cylinder and V6 options. Instead, every 2025 Camry will be a hybrid powered by a 2.5L 4-cylinder engine and the first Toyota to run the company’s fifth-generation hybrid system.
At this time, Toyota has only announced four different “grades” (aka models or trims) – LE, SE XLE, XSE – which is much simpler than the outgoing model year. In the Toyota cinematic universe, S models are the sportier ones with revised suspension tuning and a few bolder exterior upgrades (dual exhaust, bro!). And the X signifies Camrys with more premium features (and premium options). Historically speaking, Toyota typically expands the range with special editions like TRD and special packages like Nightshade. So we’ll have to see if those come at a later date.
Regardless, while the engineers remain focused on offering sporty (ish?) Camry variants, without a V6, the Camry seems squarely designed for comfortable, economical, commuting. Also, as we write this, pricing has yet to be announced, but we would guess that the pricing would be in line with, or slightly above, 2024 Camry Hybrid pricing.
[EDITOR’S NOTE: We’re going to pivot to talking about features available on all grades, including engines, colors, technology, and safety, but we’ve also included a full breakdown of all four grades toward the bottom of this article.]
Hybrid Only & Available AWD (R.I.P. V6)
We’ll start with the bad news for V6 enthusiasts. The optional 301 horsepower 3.5L naturally aspirated V6 is dead. And so is, for that matter, the naturally aspirated 4-cylinder option. Instead, the only (currently announced?) ninth-generation Camry motor will be Toyot’s fifth-generation Hybrid System paired with the 2.5L 4-cylinder engine. In front-wheel-drive models, that’s good for 225 horsepower. With the optional electric on-demand All-Wheel-Drive system — available on every trim level for the first time — that total system output is 232 horsepower, 30 more ponies than the outgoing 2024 Camry Hybrid system.
Interestingly, the AWD system works by decoupling itself in normal cruising (for added efficiency). But if you need traction — for acceleration, cornering, or driving in slippery conditions — the system automatically adds power to the rear wheels. Toyota also claims that it has revised the brakes and re-tuned the suspension “for enhanced responsiveness and agile handling which adds a sense of thrill when taking on those twisting and turning roads.” The sportier SE and XSE models offer “increased comfort, while still providing even greater stability, handling, and confidence behind the wheel.”
Toyota has not yet released fuel economy estimates for the 2025 Camry, but 2024 Camry Hybrid models deliver 46 to 52 mpg combined depending on grade and drivetrain. Despite Toyota boosting the 2025-model’s power, we expect its fuel economy to match or exceed the outgoing model.
Color Options
The 2025 Toyota Camry will debut with nine available colors across all grades —
- Ocean Gem (NEW)
- Heavy Metal (New on Camry)
- Ice Cap
- Wind Chill Pearl
- Celestial Silver Metallic
- Underground
- Midnight Black Metallic
- Supersonic Red
- Reservoir Blue
However, the top-of-the-line XSE can also pair a Midnight Black Metallic Roof Two-Tone paint scheme with —
- Wind Chill Pearl
- Heavy Metal
- Supersonic Red
- Ocean Gem
Interior color options vary by trim as follows —
- LE: Black or Boulder
- SE: Black or Boulder
- XLE: Black or Lt. Gray
- XSE: Black or Cockpit Red
Technology
The ninth-generation Camry offers more technology than ever. On the outside, this means standard LED headlights, taillights, and daytime running lights. On the inside, a 7-inch digital gauge cluster comes standard on LE and SE along with an 8-inch touchscreen Toyota Multimedia System display featuring wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Step up to the XLE or XSE for a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster and an optional 12.3-inch touchscreen with a nine-speaker JBL sound system. Qi wireless charging pads and five USB (a mix of A and C) ports are also standard, as are HD Radio and SiriusXM radio (requires a subscription after a 3-month trial).
Speaking of subscriptions, the Camry offers several services, including —
- Wi-Fi Connect (4G data, 3-month / 3GB trial included)
- Drive Connect (enhances hands-free Toyota Multimedia System functionality, 3-month trial included)
- Remote Connect (turns your cellphone into a Digital Key, unsure if there is a trial period)
- Service Connect (provides vehicle data & maintenance reminders, “up to 10” year trial)
- Safety Connect (enhanced roadside assistance & stolen vehicle locator, “up to 10” year trial)
Safety
Speaking of safety, all 2025 Toyota Camrys come packed to the grilles with Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 (TSS 3.), a comprehensive collection of features that include —
- Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection
- Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control
- Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist
- Lane Tracing Assist
- Road Sign Assist
- Proactive Driving Assist
On XLE and XSE grade Camrys, the optional Premium Plus Package adds —
- Traffic Jam Assist
- Front-Cross Traffic Alert
- Lane Change Assist
- Panoramic View Monitor
- Front and Rear Parking Assist with Automatic Braking
2025 Camry LE Features
The 2025 Toyota Camry LE is an entry-level comfortable model. It features the following standard features —
- 16-in. Multi-spoke AlloyWheels
- Bi-LED Projector headlights with AutomaticHighBeams
- 7-in. Digital Gauge Cluster
- 8-in. Toyota Audio Multimedia Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto Compatibility
- Qi Wireless Device Charger and 5 USB Ports
- Smart Key with Push Button Start
- Dual Zone Automatic Climate Control with Rear AirVents
- Blind Spot Monitor with RearCross- Traffic Alert
- Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 (TSS 3.0)
- 8 Airbags
2025 Camry SE Features (add/replace LE Features)
The 2025 Toyota Camry SE is the entry-level sporty model. It comes standard with all of the features in the LE, plus —
- 18-in. Black Multi-spoke Alloy Wheels
- Sport-Tuned MacPherson strut front and multi-link rear suspension
- Black SportMesh Grille with Racing-Inspired Functional Air Ducts and Canards
- Body-Colored Rear Spoiler
- Black Sport Rear Diffuser with Exposed Dual Tip Exhaust
- Black CAMRY badge
- SofTex and Cloth Trimmed Seats
- Power Driver Seat
- Leather-trimmed Steering Wheel with Paddle Shifters
- Aluminum Sport Pedals
2025 Camry XLE Features (add/replace LE Features)
If you’re looking for a more premium and comfortable Camry, step up the the 2025 Camry XLE, which features everything from the LE, plus —
- 18-in. Black and Machine-Finished Alloy Wheels
- Dark Metallic Gray Front Grille
- Front-Side Acoustic Laminated Glass, with Chrome Window Trim.
- 12.3-in. FullyDigitalGauge Cluster
- 12.3-in. Toyota Audio Multimedia Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto Compatibility
- Premium LED Headlamps and Rear Combination Tail Lamps
- Leather and Dinamica Microfiber- Trimmed Seating with Power and Heated Front Seats
- Leather-trimmed Heated Steering Wheel and Leather-trimmed Shift Knob
- Smart Key with Push Button Start and Smart Entry
- Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror with Homelink Garage Door Opener
- Ambient Lighting
- Adjustable Rear Seat Headrests
2025 Camry XSE Features (Add/Replace SE Features)
If you want a premium, yet reasonably sport 2025 Camry, pick the XSE, which includes all of the SE features, plus —
- 19-in. Multi-spoke Black and Smoke Gray-Finished Alloy Wheels
- Body-Colored Sport Mesh Grille with Racing-InspiredFunctional Air Ducts and Canards
- Black Rear Spoiler
- Black Trunk Garnish with Black CAMRY Badge,
- Body-Colored Sport RearDiffuser with Exposed Dual Tip Exhaust
- 12.3-in. FullyDigitalGauge Cluster
- 12.3-in. Toyota Audio Multimedia Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto Compatibility
- Leather-trimmed Heated Steering Wheel with Paddle Shifters and Leather-trimmed Shift Knob
- Leather-trimmed Seats with Power and Heated FrontSeats
- Smart Key with Push Button Start and Smart Entry
- Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror with Homelink Garage Door Opener
- Ambient Lighting
- Adjustable Rear Seat Headrests
- Front-Side Acoustic Laminated Glass
Images & Spec: Toyota USA
