The best-selling Toyota Camry is a smart choice for any driver in the Chesapeake area. But what if you’re looking for better fuel economy or cutting-edge technology? Find out how the 2017 Toyota Camry and Camry Hybrid compare, and decide on the right vehicle for your family.
Fuel Economy
When it comes to fuel economy, the difference is clear. The 2017 Camry Hybrid gets an estimated 42 mpg in the city and 38 mpg on the highway. This model’s energy monitor shows how the vehicle is using the gas engine, the electric motor, and the hybrid battery, so you can make sure you’re always on track.
In comparison, the 2017 Toyota Camry gets an estimated 24 mpg in the city and 33 mpg on the highway. While it isn’t as efficient as the hybrid model, the standard Camry still performs remarkably well on the highway.
Performance
The 2017 Toyota Camry boasts impressive power, thanks to a 3.5-liter V6 engine that generates 268 horsepower. With its Electric Power Steering, recalibrated shocks, and superior high-speed control, this model also offers great handling.
Hybrids aren’t generally known for their performance or agility, but the Camry Hybrid gives the gas-powered model a run for its money. Thanks to its Hybrid Synergy Drive, the Camry Hybrid has a combined output of 200 horsepower. Like the gas-powered Camry, the hybrid model makes the most of lightweight materials and an aerodynamic design for excellent handling no matter the driving conditions.
Trim Levels
If you’re looking for a wide range of trim levels to choose from, set your sights on the Camry, which offers four options. The Camry LE is the base model, yet it manages to stand out with features like a 6.1-inch touch screen, an eight-way power driver’s seat, and a backup camera. The Camry XSE is the top trim level and includes everything from 18-inch alloy wheels to available Qi-compatible wireless smartphone charging.
The Camry Hybrid offers just three trim levels, the LE, the SE, and the XLE. The base trim level features EV and ECO Modes and a Smart Key System, while the top trim level includes multi-stage heated front seats with leather trim and an available technology package.
Safety Features
With awards like a five-star safety rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and a Top Safety Pick+ nod from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), you can rest assured that the Camry is one of the safest vehicles on the road. Since both the gas-powered and the hybrid models offer similar safety features, you can stay safe no matter which you choose.
Both come standard with 10 airbags and the Star Safety System, which includes Vehicle Stability Control, Traction Control, Brake Assist, and more. Upgrade to a higher trim level for the option to add Safety Connector Blind Spot Monitor to either model.
Whether you want to drive the latest model of a classic vehicle or you want to make the most of hybrid technology, there’s a Toyota Camry for you. Will you opt for the tried-and-true Camry or get behind the wheel of a Camry Hybrid?
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