Which Toyota Camry Is Right for You?

The 2025 model offers four trim levels and two powertrain configurations.

David Gluckman | 

Jul 14, 2025 | 3 min read

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The Toyota Camry is one of just a few family sedans left on the market. The automaker remains committed to making the Camry an ideal choice for those seeking efficient, comfortable transportation. For the 2025 model year, the Camry is available in four trim levels: LE, SE, XLE, and XSE. Here is what each offers, focusing on the difference between the basic and "X" versions.

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All Trims Are Hybrids With Available All-Wheel Drive

Every 2025 Camry is a hybrid featuring a 2.5-liter four-cylinder paired with an electronic continuously variable automatic transmission and two integrated electric motors. With standard front-wheel drive (FWD), this powertrain makes 225 horsepower. All-wheel-drive models add a small motor at the rear axle, which bumps output to 232 horsepower. Unlike many models, which reserve all-wheel drive (AWD) for higher trim levels, the Camry offers it on every configuration.

Fuel-economy ratings range from highs of 51 mpg in combined city and highway driving down to 44 mpg for the AWD XSE model.

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Camry SE Models Are Mildly Sportier

All 2025 Camrys come well equipped with standard features, including dual-zone automatic climate control, push-button start, and wireless connectivity for both Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.

The biggest functional difference between the LE/XLE and SE/XSE is that the latter pair is tuned a bit sportier — hence that "S" — with different damper and spring rates for the suspension. The SE and XSE models also look a bit sportier, with dark wheels and black badging as well as swoopy rocker panels and a diffuser-like rear valance. Two-tone paint schemes are reserved for the XSE models, adding a contrasting black roof.

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XLE and XSE Models Add Luxury and Convenience Features

Stepping up from the LE to the XLE or from SE to XSE brings more features along with an increase in price. X-model drivers are greeted by a larger digital gauge cluster (12.3 inches versus 7.0). They also get a standard 12.3-inch center touchscreen; an 8.0-inch unit is included on the non-X trims, while the SE can be upgraded to the larger screen. XLE and XLE models are the only ones that offer an available head-up display.

Leather upholstery comes standard on the X models, with microfiber accents on the XLE. Standard heated front seats (available on LE and SE) and available ventilation are also an option on the X versions. The XLE and XSE are made quieter inside by acoustic side glass, in addition to the acoustically treated windshield that comes on all models.

Pricing for the 2025 Camry goes from about $29,000 for an LE FWD to around $36,000 for the XSE AWD.

All vehicle pricing includes MSRP plus destination charges (set at the time of publication), and will be rounded to the nearest thousand.

David Gluckman

David has years of experience as a writer and editor for print and digital automotive publications, including Car and Driver and Road & Track. He can parallel-park a school bus, has a spreadsheet listing every vehicle he's ever tested, and once drove a Lincoln Town Car 63 mph in reverse. When not searching for the perfect used car, he can be found sampling the latest gimmicky foodstuffs that America has to offer.