Source – Times of India
Toyota, renowned for reliability and pioneering hybrid technology, has made a significant stride with the launch of the 2025 Toyota Camry lineup. The ninth-generation midsize sedan lineup has gone all-hybrid, bidding farewell to its traditional gas-powered engines. This transition marks a milestone in Toyota’s commitment to eco-friendly mobility solutions.
The Power and Efficiency Blend
In the realm of performance, the 2025 Toyota Camry boasts enhanced power and efficiency, leveraging an updated version of the hybrid setup seen in previous models. The shift to hybrid power means that the Camry now exclusively relies on a gas-electric combination for propulsion. Front-wheel-drive models harness a 2.5-liter gas-electric powertrain, delivering a robust 225 horsepower. Meanwhile, the introduction of the first-ever all-wheel-drive Camry hybrid brings forth even more power, with 232 horsepower generated through an additional electric motor on the rear axle. These figures surpass the capabilities of the preceding Camry hybrid iterations and the former gas-only models.
Despite the increased power, the 2025 Camry maintains remarkable fuel efficiency. The base model, priced at $29,495, achieves an impressive 51 miles per gallon (mpg) in the city, 50 mpg on the highway, and 51 mpg combined. This marginal decrease from previous figures is attributed to the innovative fifth-generation Toyota Hybrid System (THS 5), seamlessly integrating a 2.5-liter gas engine with two electric motors via a continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT). Even higher trim levels, with additional features and larger wheels, deliver commendable efficiency, surpassing the predecessors in both power and fuel economy.
The All-Wheel-Drive Advantage
A notable addition to the 2025 Camry lineup is the availability of all-wheel-drive (AWD) across all trim levels. Unlike its predecessor, which offered AWD exclusively on gas-powered models, the new hybrid AWD variant outshines its predecessor in both power and fuel efficiency. The 2025 Toyota Camry hybrid AWD not only boasts a significant power boost of 30 horsepower over the gas-only AWD version but also achieves remarkable fuel economy. With EPA estimates of up to 51 mpg in the city, the AWD Camry hybrid proves to be an eco-conscious yet powerful contender in the midsize sedan segment.
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Setting a New Standard
Toyota attributes the impressive fuel efficiency of the 2025 Camry to the implementation of a fifth-generation hybrid system. This advanced system features a lighter and more compact electric motor-generator unit paired with a lithium-ion battery pack, boasting a capacity of over 1 kWh. The integration of a rear motor, activated when traction loss is detected at the front axle, enhances the sedan’s performance and stability, especially in adverse driving conditions.
Beyond its fuel efficiency prowess, the 2025 Toyota Camry’s AWD-hybrid combination presents a competitive edge over its rivals, notably the Honda Accord. While the Accord lacks AWD capability across its powertrain options, Toyota’s Camry hybrid excels in both efficiency and performance, setting a new benchmark for eco-conscious midsize sedans.
