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Vehicle Type: Hybrid Sedan

Pros

The ride and handling of the 2013 Toyota Camry Hybrid are identical to its gasoline-powered sibling. It offers a spacious interior, creamy-smooth ride and superb fuel economy.

Cons
Its bland design makes the 2013 Toyota Camry Hybrid virtually invisible. Drivers must deal with spongy brakes and complex climate controls*.

2013 Toyota Camry Hybrid

Price
Two 2013 Toyota Camry Hybrids are available:
  • Camry Hybrid LE: $27,710;
  • Camry Hybrid XLE: $29,235 $.
Fuel Economy
City/highway/combined fuel economy ratings for the 2013 Toyota Camry Hybrid are rated at 4.5/4.9/4.7L/100 km for the LE and 4.7/5.1/4.9 L/100 km for the XLE.

New and Improved
The 2013 Camry Hybrid now comes equipped with standard ACL screen, Bluetooth connectivity, sonar parking assist (available with rear-vision camera only). The only other change from the 2012 model is the price, which is a few hundred dollars higher.

Cargo Capacity
The trunk can hold up to 371 litres, which is superior to the Kia Optima Hybrid (305) and Cadillac CTS (385).

Drivetrain
Power for the 2013 Camry Hybrid is supplied by a 4-cylinder 2.5 litre Atkinson cycle engine that produces 200 hp and is matched to a Hybrid Synergy Drive system (HSD), which allows the Camry to use either ECO or 100% electric mode.

Safety

Safety for the 2013 Camry Hybrid passengers is provided by a number of active and passive systems including; STAR, supplemental restraint system (SRS) with dual-phase driver and passenger airbag for a total of 8 airbags, among others.

Comparable Models
The Kia Optima Hybrid and Hyundai Sonata Hybrid are among the Camry hybrid's main competitors.

2013 Toyota Camry Hybrid
Photo: Toyota

References and Testimonials:
www.toyota.ca
* Revue Protégez-Vous, Guide annuel de l’auto 2013
Josée Paquet
Josée Paquet
Automotive expert