Toyota Camry Hybrid 2021 review | Chasing Cars

We drive the updated Toyota Camry Hybrid and see what this sedan is like to drive.

The latest-generation Toyota Camry is one of the best cars Toyota has made. Sure, it’s not spicy or exciting, but it gets the job done brilliantly while consuming very little fuel in 2.5-litre hybrid form. But what is the 2021 facelift like? The updated Camry has now hit the Australian market, so it’s time for us to take a close look at this hybrid-powered workhorse. Popular as an Uber vehicle, fleet car or private family car alike, the 2021 Camry maintains good sales figures in Australia.

Should you consider a Camry? Does a RAV4 make more sense for modern families? What about a Mazda 6, Volkswagen Passat or Skoda Superb?

In today’s video, Ponch takes a detailed look at the revised entry level Camry Ascent Hybrid in 2.5L guise to give you detailed insights about this vehicle.

What do you think of this car? Leave a comment below.

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Time codes:

0:00 - What is the Camry?
1:33 - Design changes
3:00 - Boot space
3:35 - Front interior
7:44 - Back seats
9:23 - Running costs
10:23 - Driving and handling
15:27 - Verdict

[chriswright]

In 2018 I was supplied with a new ascent hybrid for a country job posting. Did close to 10, 000km in 4 months and came away mightily impressed with the driving dynamics, economy, space and comfort. I can only imagine that this model is even better.

[mattd]

Just bought the 2021 Ascent Hybrid today having owned the 2013 Camry Hybrid. Absolute pleasure to drive these cars and I'm quite excited to get behind the wheel of our new acquisition

[PrateekChaudhry]

I have a 2024 Camry, not with a brand-new look; it is similar to the 2023 look. I have driven it 28k since February 2024. My average fuel consumption is 4.8L/100km. I can consistently get 1000-1050 km on a full tank. I have driven a Peugeot, Mazda 6, Civic, Peugeot 308, Haval H6, and Kia Cerato Sport. Believe me when I say that none of these cars come even close to the comfort of the Toyota Camry hybrid, as you mentioned in your video; it is just like silk. Tried lots of sedan 🚗 and came back to my Fav Camry for good reason.

[MisterBinx]

Had the 2020 hybrid and now the 2021 Camry Hybrid. They improved the steering assist. The trunk closes slowly now. Seats feel better. The dash shows the speed now. They made a lot of little improvments.

[gbalmain]

I actually like this, wait, damn, confirmation I am getting old.

[PradoKakadu]

Can't agree more with your review and how awesome the new Camry drives after getting a white Demo 2020 ascent hybrid with only 1200km for $35k driveaway. Really felt like a massive improvement over older models I drove while working for the NSW government. The ease of ownership is second to none especially fuel and servicing costs. You drive for weeks without needing to refuel. Only thing I dislike is the cheapish steering wheel and tacky buttons but apart from that it looks phenomenal for a base model especially when it was in the showroom.

[jeeves]

I couldn't help myself, a tissue box and a bowlers hat would be my first accessories purchased.

[samirsabry]

I am very very impressed with your representations you put on Toyota camry it is very professional well done and very well explained about the vehicle
I put an order month ago for camry sl and I am waiting for the delivery the way you explained the camry made it more exciting for me
I give you the 👍👍for your professional presentation
Well done

[stevevisscher]

A seriously good review. Much appreciated.

[quentinmccoull]

What was the issue with the cruise control? You mentioned early in the review you would talk about it.

[asif]

Great review. In this advanced technological era people forget to assess the real point of buying a car and that is ride quality. We often go with the looks and forget the main aspect of the car. I would rather choose a reliable comfy car over the looks.

[FilmScapeK]

Are you going to review the SL with the dorky bumper?

[marcseyes]

no joke, this car is mainly used by ministers, regents, and mayors here in my country

[jakgats]

I'll choose a sedan like this over an ugly suv or worse cuv any day. This model in particular sits quite low to the road compared to the older models.

[Gabrieltamdesign]

That fuel consumption figure for highway is pretty darn good & the city figure is why people flock to these hybrids. Wish I was in a hybrid when I see 15l/100km driving around the city.

[eamonnmcdermott]

Great review Nathan. Love the cat t-shirt and them references to "cat and whiskers". I love cars and cats in equal measure as much as you do!!

[hazeroth]

Thanks for another excellent video. Well done!

[atomalbert]

Russell Crowe branching out into automotive journalism

[russellchristison]

Do rear seats fold down in the Hybrid, I know they didn’t in the first model

[deathrow]

Thorough and informative thanks Nathan