Used 2018 Toyota Camry XSE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 8A) Consumer Reviews
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Ride in Style
Donnell, Chicago, IL, 01/22/2019
Toyota Camry XSE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 8A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I have seen some reviews about acceleration concerns with this vehicle. I have not had any issues with this car. Off the line in sport mode and using the paddle shifters, this car moves to the front of the line. Torque steer is noticeable especially if you turn off the traction control but it allows the transmission to work better. Very comfortable interior and for a Camry, it's definitely an upgrade for the midsize segment. I test drove a Accord 2.0 touring and did not get the same response as I got from the Camry. Not to mention that the fuel economy are identical in both and with a proven engine and drivetrain, the Camry was the obvious choice for me.
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What an upgrade from my 2012 version
Milt from Estero, FL, Dallas, TX, 09/18/2018
Toyota Camry XSE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 8A)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
This is a completely new Camry compared to my highest end 2012 fully loaded V-6 XLE. It is much quieter, we got all of the upgrades available and the technology is remarkable. Too many cool features to list. We have driven it 800 miles so far and it handles like a dream, it almost drive it self on the expressways. It steering is remarkably responsive and it handle corners much better than the 2012 version. We are very happy with our purchase. Our 2012 model has 60K on it and all we have done is change the oil, filters and put a set of Pirellis on her a year ago- which really lessened the road noise and improve the handling. My wife calls the new one the bat mobile. It is black with the larger low profile tires, the tinting and the moon roof and its cool lines- look it up and I think you will agree. It is a lot of fun to drive, even for a 63 year old guy like me and it is like sitting in your living room at home and you arrive rested even after a long drive.
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Great Driving Experience for the Money
P. Westcott, Stafford, VA, 01/09/2018
updated 07/11/2018
Toyota Camry XSE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 8A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Historically I have been a VW/Audi guy. I tend to buy something different every other car purchase. I was looking at Subaru, BMW, Audi S, and even Dodge, really any sedan with 300+ HP. I finally went with the Camry. This car checked all my boxes. It looks great, has 301 HP, huge trunk, and so much technology this thing can practically drive itself. The metallic blue color is striking and I've had quite a few compliments on the car. With all the pluses combined with the price, it was a deal I couldn't really pass up. Where did it come up short? Well, it certainly doesn't handle like a German car but it is smooth on the highway. There is some road feedback (in sport mode) but it is only moderate and kind of numb. Throttle response (in sport mode) is very good but combined with numb steering, the whole car feels loose and has noticeable torque steer. You can push it just enough to be fun on back roads but you lose confidence at the limits (I'm talking 20mph over the speed limit on a twisty back road). For daily driving I find it peppy and comfortable. The 8 speed transmission is hit and miss. It's been in the single digits in the mornings lately and I noticed some hard shifting in standard mode that goes away as the engine temp rises or if you shift into sport mode. Sometimes it has a hard time finding the gear it wants to be in and has a noticeable lag in acceleration from stop every now and then (almost like turbo lag but there is no turbo on this car). I have a few more miles on the car now and the transmission is starting to annoy me. I don't really use the infotainment system since it sucks. I use Waze which isn't supported. Entune connects from my phone via bluetooth as soon as I start the car but the app is useless. I use the radio and hands free calling features only. My wife complains of an echo when I use hands free (iPhone 6). I've never had an infotainment system that I've liked so I don't exactly feel like I'm missing out.
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Great car
Patrick M, Henrico, VA, 03/13/2018
Toyota Camry XSE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 8A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I test drove multiple models. The 4 cylinder was a bit weak. Tested out two V6’s, and ended up buying a V6 XSE. Sports mode is a blast, and is great for getting up to speed on the highway. I’ve found sports mode only sacrifices about 2mpg compared to normal mode, and about 4mpg to eco mode. Entune 3.0 isn’t great, it loses connection over Bluetooth for a few seconds then comes back, which is annoying. I’ve seen others complain about the safety features being too sensitive... Factory settings for safety features are set to sensitive, but it is really easy to adjust or turn off if you really don’t want them. Overall, great car! Really hope it proves to be as reliable as the previous years!
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Fast steering...Fast car...
gmoney, Hernando, FL, 08/16/2018
Toyota Camry XSE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 8A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Fast car...use Normal setting...you will get good gas mileage...I have driven this car fresh off the lot for 10 months. Average 28 mpg. Fun to drive...if you want a fast sedan this is it. If you use the sport setting you will get performance you will not believe...but...mpg suffers. So I use normal most of the time and the performance is great.
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