Toyota Camry 2022 Review

Four doors, a big trunk and enough space for the family — it's everything the modern midsize sedan needs. In that sense, the Toyota Camry is the automotive equivalent of a balanced breakfast, providing the basics with a few options for flair. It stays true to a successful formula and carries over largely unchanged for 2022.

The Camry was redesigned in 2018 and touched up with a few cosmetic changes last year. It offers two engines: a four-cylinder or an optional V6. Front-wheel drive is standard, and all-wheel drive is available with the four-cylinder engine. All-wheel drive is an option that most midsize sedans don't offer, so that's a big draw if you frequently drive on wet or icy roads.

The Camry's four-cylinder engine, however, is a bit underwhelming. And despite some sporty styling, most Camrys — the exception being the TRD model — aren't all that engaging to drive. In our current sedan rankings, the Kia K5, Honda Accord and Hyundai Sonata all scored higher in our evaluations. But if the 2022 Camry might be for you then certainly take a look at our Expert Rating below to get our test team's in-depth evaluation.

What's it like to live with?

We bought a 2018 Toyota Camry in the sporty SE trim and tested it for more than a year. Read our long-term test, where we covered what it was like to live, from seat comfort to driving impressions to fuel economy and more. Note that the 2022 Camry differs slightly from that 2018 model, which did not have Apple CarPlay or Android Auto smartphone integration, but our general impressions are still applicable.

Which Camry does MatoCar recommend?

The 2022 Toyota Camry is a midsize sedan available in six trim levels: LE, SE, SE Nightshade, XSE, XLE and TRD. A four-cylinder and an available V6 engine are offered. You can also get all-wheel drive with the four-cylinder. Standard feature highlights include:

LE Starts you off with:

• 203-horsepower four-cylinder engine
• Eight-speed automatic transmission
• 17-inch wheels
• LED headlights
• Power-adjustable driver's seat
• Dual-zone automatic climate control
• 7-inch infotainment touchscreen
• 60/40-split folding rear seats
• Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration

All Camrys also come standard with a suite of driver aids that include:

• Forward collision mitigation (warns you of an impending collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios)
• Lane keeping assist (steers the Camry back into its lane if it begins to drift over the lane marker)
• Adaptive cruise control (maintains a driver-set distance between the Camry and the car in front)
• Automatic high-beam headlights
• Road sign recognition

SE Adds sporty touches and extra features, such as:

• Unique exterior trim
• 18-inch wheels
• Simulated leather upholstery
• Leather-wrapped steering wheel with paddle shifters
• Sport-tuned suspension
• Automatic climate control

SE Nightshade Includes a stealthy look, adding:

• Distinctive 18-inch wheels
• Black exterior trim
• Trunk-mounted spoiler

XLE Adds more upscale features to the LE, such as:

• Full-speed adaptive cruise control (can bring the Camry down to a stop)
• Blind-spot monitor (alerts you if a vehicle in the next lane over is in your blind spot)
• Keyless entry and push-button ignition
• Leather upholstery
• Power-adjustable front passenger seat
• Heated front seats
• Upgraded driver information display
• 9-inch information touchscreen
• Wireless charging pad
• Rear air vents

XSE Similar to the XLE but adds a more sporty look and feel with:

• 206-hp for the four-cylinder engine
• Sport-tuned suspension
• 19-inch wheels
• Gloss black grille
• Dual exhaust
• Metallic interior trim

TRD The most athletic of Camrys with:

• 301-hp V6 engine
• Black-painted outside mirrors and exterior trim
• Unique 19-inch wheels
• Aerodynamic body trim
• TRD-specific simulated leather upholstery and red seat belts
• Sport exhaust
• Special sport-tuned suspension

Some features on the XLE and XLE are available on the LE and SE as options. Toyota also offers the 301-hp V6 engine as an option for the XSE and XLE trims. Other notable optional features include:

• Driver Assist package
• 360-degree camera system (gives you a top-down view of the Camry and its surroundings for tight parking situations)
• Head-up display (standard with V6)
• Rear automatic braking (brakes if sensors detect an imminent collision with an object behind the vehicle)
• Ventilated front seats
• Cold Weather package (heated front seats, heated mirrors, heated steering wheel)
• Integrated navigation system with nine-speaker JBL sound system
• Panoramic sunroof (standard with the V6)
• Performance tires (TRD only)