Globally in its ninth generation, also known as the XV80 version in Toyota’s lineage, the Toyota Camry is a popular mid-size sedan, which also ranks as one of the bestsellers from the Japanese carmaker around the world. Introduced globally in 2023, the ninth-generation Toyota Camry is being offered in both naturally aspirated and full-hybrid versions in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

The naturally aspirated version of the Toyota Camry is available in four grades – E (SAR 105,340), LE (SAR 117,070) and Grande (SAR 140,990). Meanwhile, there are four full-hybrid variants of Toyota Camry – E HEV (SAR 106,605), E Plus HEV (SAR 111,550), LE HEV (SAR 120,060) and Lumiere HEV (SAR 149,500).

Toyota Camry Pros

Comfortable ride quality
Loaded with premium features
Reliable engine options

Toyota Camry Cons

Hybrid engine can be noisy at times
Both engine options feel out of breath at higher RPMs
Lazy transmission in full-hybrid variants

Exterior:

Following Toyota’s latest design language, the Toyota Camry has become much sportier to look at, while having a well-planted stance and proportionate appearance. The minimalist but sporty-looking front end of the Camry has C-shaped LED headlamps with LED DRLs in their inner edges, with the sedan’s front bumper having a huge trapezoidal air dam with LED fog lamps in its inner corners.

From the side, the Toyota Camry has a graceful appearance, with a well-planted stance complemented by large 18-inch machined alloy wheels, door-mounted rearview mirrors and chrome garnish for the lower part of door panels and window surrounds. The rear profile has also become more dynamic in appearance, with the Camry now getting sleeker C-shaped LED tail lamps with a body-coloured thin slab featuring the car’s name running between them across the boot lid.

The colour options available for Toyota Camry in Saudi Arabia are Attitude Black Mica, Dark Blue Mica, Emotional Red, Precious Bronze, Precious Metal, Silver Metallic and Platinum White Pearl.

Interior:

Apart from its exterior, the cabin experience of the Toyota Camry has also gone through a drastic transformation, with the interior now featuring an altogether different layout and a host of additional new-generation features than before.

The cabin of the ninth-generation Toyota Camry, which is finished in a dual-tone theme of black and tan with leather upholstery, now features a wide cockpit that houses 12.3-inch screens for the full-TFT instrument console and touchscreen infotainment system. The dashboard has a flowing layout towards the co-passenger side, with the lower centre console here housing physical buttons for the tri-zone automatic climate control, cup holders, transmission lever and a wireless charging pad.

Besides these aforementioned features, the Toyota Camry also gets a sunroof, power-adjustable tilt and telescopic adjustable multi-functional steering wheel, rear AC vents, ventilated and powered front seats with memory function for the driver’s seat, paddle shifters, front and rear centre armrests, rear side curtains and a 9-speaker JBL audio system.

Engine and performance:

There are two engine options in the Toyota Camry’s lineup in Saudi Arabia. The E, LE and Grande variants of Camry get a 2.4-litre four-cylinder naturally-aspirated petrol engine, which is paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission and produces 201 bhp of maximum power and 240 Nm of maximum torque. This engine claims a fuel efficiency of 17.2 kmpl.

Meanwhile, the E HEV, E Plus HEV, LE HEV and Lumiere HEV variants are powered by a full-hybrid powertrain, which is a combination of a 2.5-litre four-cylinder petrol engine, an electric motor, a battery and an e-CVT. This powertrain has combined power and torque outputs of 226 bhp and 221 Nm respectively, while claiming 27.7 kmpl fuel efficiency.

Comfort and suspension:

The conventional suspension combination of Toyota Camry – Macpherson struts at the front and multi-link at the rear – offers a very plush and well-settled drive experience. Even the steering is well-weighted, with the Camry having three drive modes on offer – Eco, Normal and Sport – for varying driving experiences as per preference.

Braking and safety:

The host of safety features offered in the Toyota Camry are six airbags, ABS with EBD and brake assist, a 360-degree parking camera, front and rear parking sensors, a head-up display, an electronic parking brake, tyre pressure monitoring system and electronic stability program with traction control. The Camry also has a Toyota Safety Sense package of ADAS features, consisting of features like safe exit assist, parking brake support, pre-collision system, adaptive cruise control, lane tracing assist, lane departure alert, automatic high beam and blind spot monitor with rear cross-traffic alert.

Verdict:

The Toyota Camry has a solid reputation as a supremely reliable and comfortable car, which is known to last long and offer a no-nonsense, hassle-free ownership experience. This ninth-generation version of Camry only became better with more dynamic looks, more new-age features and efficient and reliable powertrain choices.

Toyota Camry 2025

Toyota Camry 2025