Jerry Robbin

2016 Toyota Camry Hybrid SE

Overview

The 2016 Toyota recently improved the cabin quality and handling of the Camry Hybrid. The Camry Hybrid is very competitive midsize sedan in its class. The best thing about this Hybrid sedan is the excellent mileage it gets.

Safety Features

Safety Features

4-wheel ABS Front and rear head airbags Dual front and dual rear side-mounted airbags Child seat anchors Emergency braking assist Ventilated front disc / solid rear disc brakes Rear door child safety locks Daytime running lights Engine immobilizer Auto delay off headlamps Dusk sensing headlamps 2 front headrests 3 rear headrests Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation Rear center 3-point belt Stability control Traction control Rear integrated headrests Post-collision safety system Tire pressure monitoring

Driving Impression

Acceleration and Power

The 2016 Toyota Camry Hybrid has a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine and an electric motor that generate 200 horsepower combined. A continuously variable transmission (automatic) is standard. The Camry SE Hybrid gets an impressive 40/38-mpg.

The Camry Hybrid is quick off the line and has superb gas mileage especially in the city and excellent on the road. You can hardly notice the transition between gas and electric power. The transmission has a little whine when you hit the accelerator hard.

Handling and Braking

The 2016 Toyota Camry Hybrid’s has excellent handling and the vehicle is easy to maneuver in any situation. The Camry Hybrid’s overall ride is quiet and smooth over any pavement. 

Under the Hood

Engine & Performance

BASE ENGINE SIZE2.5 L	CAM TYPEDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
CYLINDERSInline 4	VALVES16
VALVE TIMINGVariable	HORSEPOWER200 hp @ 5700 rpm
TURNING CIRCLE36.7 ft.

Inside

The 2016 Camry Hybrid has upscale materials through out the cabin, which makes this Hybrid standout in its class. My test drive had Bluetooth, USB port and Toyota’s Entune audio system with a 6.1-inch touch screen. Highlighting the SE Hybrid a sunroof, satellite radio, an upgraded Entune system with navigation and smartphone app integration, wireless smartphone charging, a JBL audio system, adaptive cruise control, lane departure warning, forward collision warning and blind spot monitoring with rear cross traffic alert.

There are physical knobs that control the audio volume and tuner

There is plenty of room in Camry Hybrid for five adults and comes standard with a power-adjustable driver’s seat, The front and back seats very comfortable, and with plenty of legroom for adult passengers.

The trunk space is 13.1 cubic feet, and the passenger rear seat folds down to create a pass-through and more storage space.

 

Features

Interior Features

8 -way power driver seat Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support Height adjustable driver seat Leatherette/cloth Bucket front seats Folding rear seatback Folding with storage and pass-thru center armrest Hands-free entry 2 one-touch power windows Clock Tachometer Trip computer External temperature display Cruise control Front and rear cupholders Front and rear door pockets Overhead console with storage Front seatback storage Electric power steering Tilt and telescopic steering wheel Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel Rear view camera Interior air filtration Dual zone climate controls – driver and passenger Leather and simulated alloy steering wheel 6 total speakers AM/FM stereo Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control USB connection Bluetooth wireless data link for hands-free phone

Outside

The Camry has a bold, eye-catching front end and a nicely detailed rear end. The styling for the Camry Hybrid carries on the DNA of the entire Toyota line

Summary

If you are in the market for a full size Hybrid Sedan then go to your local Toyota dealer for a test drive today. 

Specifications

Exterior Measurements

WIDTH5 ft. 11.7 in. (71.7 in.)	HEIGHT4 ft. 9.9 in. (57.9 in.)
LENGTH15 ft. 10.9 in. (190.9 in.)	WHEEL BASE9 ft. 1.3 in. (109.3 in.)

Interior Measurements

FRONT HEAD ROOM38.8 in.	FRONT HIP ROOM54.5 in.
FRONT LEG ROOM41.6 in.	FRONT SHOULDER ROOM58.0 in.
REAR HIP ROOM54.5 in.	REAR HEAD ROOM38.1 in.
REAR LEG ROOM38.9 in.	REAR SHOULDER ROOM56.6 in.