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2018 Toyota Camry: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 13, 2026
The 2018 Toyota Camry is an all-new, eighth-generation model built on Toyota’s TNGA platform. The redesign brings a lower, wider body, new gas and hybrid powertrains, and standard Toyota Safety Sense P across the lineup.
About the 2018 Toyota Camry
8th generation (XV70), first year of the redesign.
Toyota positions the 2018 Camry as a midsize sedan that keeps the nameplate’s familiar strengths—dependability, safety, comfort, and strong fuel economy—but adds much more visual drama and a more engaging drive. In Toyota’s own launch language, this generation moves the Camry from simply being a proven family car to one with real style and personality. That makes it a broad-appeal daily sedan for commuters, families, and hybrid-minded shoppers who still want a conventional four-door.
The 2018 lineup runs from the simple L to the comfort-focused XLE and sportier SE and XSE. The XLE adds leather-trimmed heated seats and blind-spot monitoring, while the XSE stands out with 19-inch wheels, a sport-tuned suspension, and a 301-hp V6.
What changed, by category
Powertrain
Toyota introduced a new 2.5-liter four-cylinder, a new 3.5-liter V6, and a redesigned hybrid system. Gas models also moved to a new 8-speed automatic transmission.
Styling
The redesigned Camry has a lower, wider body and a bolder look. SE and XSE trims receive more aggressive sport-themed exterior treatments.
Safety
Toyota Safety Sense P became standard across the lineup. It includes features such as lane-departure warning and automatic high beams, while blind-spot monitoring became standard on XLE and XSE.
Tech
A 7-inch touchscreen is fitted to the new L trim. Navigation became standard on LE and SE, while XSE gained standard keyless entry and push-button start.
Structural
The Camry moved to Toyota’s TNGA platform with a new body, chassis, and rear suspension design. The new layout also increased hybrid trunk space from 13.1 to 15.1 cubic feet.
2018 Toyota Camry specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, 2.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.5 Liter / 4-Cyl, Hybrid, 2.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.5 Liter / 4-Cyl, Hybrid, 2.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.5 Liter / V6, 3.5 Liter / 4-Cyl, Hybrid, 2.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.5 Liter / V6, 3.5 Liter |
| Transmission | Auto, 8-Spd SeqShft | Auto, 8-Spd SeqShft / Automatic, CVT | Auto, 8-Spd SeqShft / Automatic, CVT | Auto, 8-Spd SeqShft / Automatic, CVT | Auto, 8-Spd SeqShft |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas / Hybrid | Gas / Hybrid | Gas / Hybrid | Gas |
| MPG City | 29 mpg | 28–51 mpg | 28–44 mpg | 22–44 mpg | 22–28 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 41 mpg | 39–53 mpg | 39–47 mpg | 33–47 mpg | 32–39 mpg |
| Horsepower | 203 hp | 200–203 hp | 200–203 hp | 200–301 hp | 206–301 hp |
| Torque | 184 lb-ft | 163–184 lb-ft | 163–184 lb-ft | 163–267 lb-ft | 186–267 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 14.1 cu-ft | 15.1 cu-ft | 15.1 cu-ft | 15.1 cu-ft | 15.1 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 38 in | 38 in | 38 in | 38 in | 38 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Adaptive Headlights | |||||
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| Automatic Emergency Braking | |||||
| Automatic High Beams | |||||
| Blindspot Sensors | |||||
| Front & Rear Parking Sensors | |||||
| Lane Departure Warning | |||||
| Rear View Camera | |||||
| Top View Camera | |||||
| Alloy Wheels | |||||
| Heated Mirrors | |||||
| LED Headlights | |||||
| Power Moonroof | |||||
| Panorama Moon Roof | |||||
| Power Mirrors | |||||
| Rear Spoiler | |||||
| Head-Up Display | |||||
| Navigation System | |||||
| Premium Audio | |||||
| Smartphone Interface | |||||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | |||||
| Automatic Air Conditioning | |||||
| Dual Power Front Seats | |||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | |||||
| Folding Rear Seat | |||||
| Rear Air Conditioning | |||||
| Heated Front Seats | |||||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | |||||
| Leather Seats | |||||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | |||||
| Power Driver Seat | |||||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | |||||
| Wood Interior Trim | |||||
Frequently asked questions
Was the 2018 Toyota Camry fully redesigned?
Yes. The 2018 Toyota Camry begins the eighth generation with a new TNGA-based body and chassis, a lower and wider stance, new powertrains, and a redesigned cabin.
How is the 2018 Camry different from the 2017 Camry?
The 2018 Camry is a complete redesign rather than a light update. It replaces the previous platform and powertrains, adds an 8-speed automatic to gas models, makes Toyota Safety Sense P standard, and introduces the L base trim.
What engines does the redesigned 2018 Camry use?
The 2018 Camry uses a new 2.5-liter four-cylinder or a new 3.5-liter V6, depending on trim. Gas versions have an 8-speed automatic, and Camry Hybrid models use a redesigned gasoline-electric system.
What safety equipment became standard on the 2018 Camry?
Toyota Safety Sense P became standard on every 2018 Camry. The suite includes driver-assistance features such as lane-departure warning and automatic high beams.
What changed on the 2018 Camry Hybrid?
The 2018 Camry Hybrid received a redesigned hybrid system as part of the full model overhaul. Hybrid fuel economy improved, and trunk space increased from 13.1 to 15.1 cubic feet.
2018 Toyota Camry Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2018 Toyota Camry.
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