2022 Toyota Camry review
Toyota Camry highlights
Customer rating
Pros
- Available all-wheel drive on every trim
- TRD trim offers performance thrills
Cons
- Standard 2.5L engine sounds unrefined
- Cabin can be noisy at highway speeds
Mileage (EPA estimate)
22 city, 31 highway, 25 combined
Pricing for current inventory
(no current inventory)
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Stylish, spacious, and super-convenient
The midsize sedan is a jack-of-all-trades: stylish to look at, fun to drive every day, spacious enough to fit your crew, and versatile enough to make every journey as effortless as possible. If you're shopping for a car that checks all these boxes and more, don't miss the 2022 Toyota Camry. The Toyota Camry was listed as our #2 best midsize sedan and our #3 best sedan overall, and the 2022 model is truly a car for all seasons. A sleek exterior gives way to a roomy and well-equipped interior, and with a wealth of trims and a lengthy feature list, the 2022 Toyota Camry is a car you can truly make your own. Do you want a comfortable and practical sedan for your daily commute and trips to the grocery store, or are you looking to add a little more excitement and driving pleasure to your life? Whatever your needs, you can find a 2022 Toyota Camry to suit your lifestyle. Want to see how the Camry stacks up against other popular midsize sedans? Check out our Edmunds Camry video review. While we currently do not have many 2022 Toyota Camrys on our lots, we look forward to selling more in the future. If you love the 2022 model, you should also consider prior model years of the Toyota Camry with similar features.
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What is new for the 2022 Toyota Camry?
- Camry trims have been upgraded with Panoramic Sunroof as standard equipment this year.
- Parking Sensors features are now available as options on select trims.
- The XSE trim now comes with Android Auto as standard equipment.
- The XLE trim now comes with Android Auto as standard equipment.
2022 Toyota Camry trims
LE:
Includes dual-zone automatic climate control, 60/40 split-folding rear seats, adaptive cruise control, road sign recognition, and more.
SE:
Includes all LE features and adds sport-tuned suspension, paddle shifters, simulated leather upholstery, automatic climate control, and more.
SE Nightshade:
Includes all SE features and adds unique 18-inch wheels, black exterior trim, and a trunk-mounted spoiler.
XLE:
Includes all LE features and adds full-speed adaptive cruise control, leather upholstery, heated front seats, blind-spot monitor, and more.
XSE:
Includes all XLE features and adds sport-tuned suspension, 19-inch wheels, gloss black grille, dual exhaust, and metallic interior trim.
TRD:
Unlocks a 301-hp V6 engine, sport exhaust, sport-tuned suspension, aerodynamic body trim, TRD-style seat belts, and more.
Toyota Camry photos
5 reasons to buy the 2022 Toyota Camry
1. Spacious interior
Midsize it may be, but there's nothing average about the 2022 Toyota Camry's spacious cabin. There's space for up to five passengers inside, with a total of 100.4 cu-ft of passenger volume. 42.1 inches of legroom are available for front-seat passengers, and 38 inches of legroom give those in the rear seats plenty of space to get comfortable. Your friends and family will love relaxing and stretching out in the Camry. Additionally, all 2022 Toyota Camry models feature 60/40 split-folding rear seats and a power-adjustable front seat. Full leather upholstery and heated front seats are available on the XLE trim and higher.
2. Everyday practicality
If you want a midsize sedan that can go farther between fill-ups, the 2022 Toyota Camry has you covered. The base engine on most 2022 Toyota Camry models is a 2.5L four-cylinder paired with front-wheel drive and an eight-speed automatic transmission, producing 203 hp and 182 lb-ft of torque (206 hp and 186 lb-ft of torque on the XSE trim). When equipped on base LE/SE models, this engine can achieve an EPA-estimated 32 mpg combined, with 28 mpg in the city and an impressive 39 mpg on the highway.
3. Driver convenience at your fingertips
Daily driving shouldn't be stressful, and evidently, the 2022 Toyota Camry agrees. There's an impressive number of driver convenience technologies available across the range, with many great standard features, even on base models. Standard features include forward collision mitigation, lane-keep assist, adaptive cruise control, road sign recognition, and automatic high-beam headlights—perfect for guiding you home after dark. The XLE trim adds enhanced full-speed adaptive cruise control, capable of bringing the car to a complete stop if required, as well as full blind-spot monitoring. For extra peace of mind, while driving, the 2022 Toyota Camry has you and your passengers covered.
4. Lots of styling and color choices
Who says an everyday car has to look ordinary? The 2022 Toyota Camry features a sleek and angular exterior style that sets it apart from other midsize sedans. Plus, there's sure to be a color and styling option to suit you. There's a choice of 12 exterior colors, including four two-tone options with Midnight Black Metallic accents and wheels. Additionally, there are exterior styling options across the 2022 Toyota Camry range, including black exterior trim and a trunk-mounted spoiler on SE Nightshade models, a gloss black grille and dual exhaust on XSE models, and unique black mirrors and trim elements on the performance-oriented TRD trim.
5. Performance options
The 2022 Toyota Camry has a suite of performance options to rev up your daily commute. Even entry-level trims like the SE and SE Nightshade include sporty features, like a trunk-mounted spoiler and a leather-wrapped steering wheel with paddle shifters to help you take control of gear changes. But for full-on thrills, go for the TRD trim. It's equipped with a 3.5L V6 engine as standard, with 301 hp and 267 lb-ft of torque, as well as a sport-tuned suspension, sport exhaust, and aerodynamic body trim. Add in the available all-wheel drive across the range, and you've got all the ingredients for a midsize sedan that manages to be practical, comfortable, and a whole lot of fun to drive.
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Ratings & reliability
RepairPal gave the Toyota Camry an overall reliability rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks Toyota Camry 2nd out of 28 among Midsize Cars.
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XSE 2WD 4D Sedan
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
- Automated Cruise Control
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Bluetooth Technology
- Front Seat Heaters
- Lane Departure Warning
- Leather Seats
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Rear View Camera
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Smart Key
- Traction Control
- A/C Seat(s)
- Head Up Display
- Heated Steering Wheel
- JBL Sound System
- Leather Seats
- Navigation System
- Panoramic Sunroof
- Parking Sensors
- Rear Spoiler
Drive Wheels
Front Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
2.5L
Horsepower
206
Torque (ft-lbs)
186
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
15.8
Wheelbase
111.2"
Overall length
192.7"
Width
72.4"
Height
56.9"
Leg room
F 42.1"/R 38"
Head room
F 38.3"/R 38"
Front tires
P235/40VR19
Rear tires
P235/40VR19
Seating capacity
5
Transmission
Automatic
2022 Toyota Camry FAQ
No. The 2022 Toyota Camry is part of the eighth generation of Toyota Camrys introduced in 2018, and the upcoming 2023 model is largely unchanged. This means you'll get broadly the same engine options and features across the generation.
The 2022 Toyota Camry is mostly unchanged compared to the 2021 model. You'll get a practical sedan with a base 2.5L engine across both model years, with the option of a more powerful engine if that suits your needs.
The 2022 Toyota Camry is available in 12 exterior colors, including four two-tone options (Cavalry Blue, Celestial Silver Metallic, Supersonic Red, and Wind Chill Pearl) that have Midnight Black Metallic accents and wheels.
2022 Toyota Camry SE models do not have push-to-start, but XLE models upward all come standard with this feature. Push-button start makes it easy to turn your car off and on if you have your key fob nearby.
There are six different trim levels available for the 2022 Toyota Camry. These start with the base LE model and go up to the fierce TRD model, which features a 301-hp V6 engine.
More about the 2022 Toyota Camry
Color options
Exterior colors:
Blueprint
Cavalry Blue w/ Midnight Black Metallic
Celestial Silver Metallic
Celestial Silver Metallic w/ Midnight Black Metallic
Midnight Black Metallic
Predawn Gray Mica
Ruby Flare Pearl
Supersonic Red
Supersonic Red w/ Midnight Black Metallic
White
Wind Chill Pearl
Wind Chill Pearl w/ Midnight Black Metallic
Interior colors:
Ash
Black
Black w/ Red
Cockpit Red
Macadamia
Interior details
The 2022 Toyota Camry offers seating for up to five passengers, 100.4 cu-ft of passenger volume, 42.1 inches of front legroom, and 38 inches of rear-seat legroom. Standard interior features include 60/40 split-folding rear seats and a power-adjustable front seat; additional features include full leather upholstery and heated front seats on XLE models upward. The 2022 Toyota Camry offers a total of 15.1 cu-ft of luggage volume behind the rear seats, with more space available with the rear seats folded flat.
Child seat details
The 2022 Toyota Camry features two complete sets of LATCH connectors for child seats in the outboard rear seats and a tether anchor for the rear middle seat. This makes the Camry suitable for both rear- and front-facing seats as well as booster seats.
Performance
The standard engine for the 2022 Toyota Camry is a 2.5L four-cylinder producing 203 hp and 182 lb-ft of torque, paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission and front-wheel drive. Optional all-wheel drive is available throughout the range, as is an updated version of the 2.5L engine on the XSE trim (206 hp and 186 lb-ft of torque). A 3.5L V6 engine is standard on the TRD trim and optional on the XSE trim, with 301 hp and 267 lb-ft of torque.
On LE/SE trims with front-wheel drive, the standard 2.5L four-cylinder engine gets an EPA-estimated 32 mpg combined, with 28 mpg in the city and 39 mpg on the highway.
Year comparison
2012-2017 Toyota Camry (seventh generation)
The seventh-generation Toyota Camry arrived with a freshly updated design and a renewed emphasis on driving pleasure and comfort. Two engines were available throughout this generation: a 2.5L four-cylinder packing 178 hp, and a 3.5L V6 producing 268 hp. The Camry got a facelift and exterior redesign for 2015, with more sleek styling. All models in this generation offer 102.7 cu-ft of passenger volume inside and 15.4 cu-ft of luggage volume behind the rear seats.
2018-present Toyota Camry (eighth generation)
Building on the improvements from the mid-generation revamp in 2015, the eighth-generation Toyota Camry arrived with updated sleek styling and upgraded engine options. The 2.5L four-cylinder engine produces 203 hp, and the 3.5L V6 is cranked up to 301 hp. A suite of driver convenience features was added as standard, including adaptive cruise control, lane departure alert, and forward-collision warning. Apple CarPlay® and Amazon Alexa™ integration were added as standard for 2019, and optional all-wheel drive and the sporty TRD trim were both added to the list in 2020.
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