Toyota Camry 2.5V vs 2.5 HEV
Verdict
At RM221,800 against RM248,800, the Toyota Camry 2.5 HEV asks another RM27,000. Mechanically, the case is mixed: the Toyota Camry 2.5V has the higher listed outputs, 201 hp and 246 Nm versus 185 hp and 221 Nm, plus a 210 km/h top speed. But the hybrid is much quicker where Malaysian drivers will feel it, cutting 0-100 km/h from 8.9 to 7.2 seconds. Space, safety count and warranty are level, with 524 litres, seven airbags and five years. If equipment is equal, you’re paying mainly for the hybrid powertrain and acceleration.
Pick the Toyota Camry 2.5V if you want the cheaper Camry with stronger listed 201 hp/246 Nm outputs, a 210 km/h top speed and the same 524-litre boot.
Pick the Toyota Camry 2.5 HEV if the RM27,000 extra makes sense for a petrol-hybrid drivetrain and the sharper 7.2-second 0-100 km/h time.
Key differences
- Price: Toyota Camry 2.5V RM221,800; Toyota Camry 2.5 HEV RM248,800
- Fuel type: Toyota Camry 2.5V petrol; Toyota Camry 2.5 HEV petrol hybrid/REV
- Power and torque: Toyota Camry 2.5V 201 hp/246 Nm; Toyota Camry 2.5 HEV 185 hp/221 Nm
- Transmission: Toyota Camry 2.5V conventional automatic; Toyota Camry 2.5 HEV eCVT automatic
- 0-100 km/h: Toyota Camry 2.5V 8.9 seconds; Toyota Camry 2.5 HEV 7.2 seconds
- Top speed and fuel tank: Toyota Camry 2.5V 210 km/h and 60 litres; Toyota Camry 2.5 HEV 180 km/h and 50 litres
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 221,800✓ | RM 248,800 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | D-Segment | D-Segment |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Engine | 2,487 cc | 2,487 cc |
| Power | 201 hp✓ | 185 hp |
| Torque | 246 Nm✓ | 221 Nm |
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | eCVT Automatic |
| Driven wheels | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance | ||
| 0–100 km/h | 8.9 s | 7.2 s✓ |
| Top speed | 210 km/h✓ | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,920 mm | 4,920 mm |
| Width | 1,840 mm | 1,840 mm |
| Height | 1,445 mm | 1,445 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,825 mm | 2,825 mm |
| Boot space | 524 L | 524 L |
| Fuel tank | 60 L | 50 L |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 | 7 |
| Auto emergency braking | Yes | Yes |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty | 5 | 5 |
| Road tax / year | RM 867 | RM 867 |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
2.5V
- Lower purchase price
- Higher listed 201 hp and 246 Nm outputs
- Higher 210 km/h top speed and larger 60-litre tank
- Slower 8.9-second 0-100 km/h time
- Petrol only, not petrol hybrid
- Same RM867 yearly road tax as the hybrid
2.5 HEV
- Quicker 7.2-second 0-100 km/h time
- Petrol-hybrid drivetrain
- Keeps the same 524-litre boot space
- Costs RM27,000 more
- Lower listed 185 hp and 221 Nm outputs
- Lower 180 km/h top speed and smaller 50-litre tank
2.5V vs 2.5 HEV FAQ
Is the Toyota Camry 2.5V or Toyota Camry 2.5 HEV better?
The Toyota Camry 2.5 HEV is quicker to 100 km/h and gets a hybrid drivetrain. The Toyota Camry 2.5V is better value if you prioritise price, higher listed outputs and a higher top speed.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota Camry 2.5 HEV costs RM248,800, while the Toyota Camry 2.5V costs RM221,800. The hybrid is RM27,000 dearer.
Does the Toyota Camry 2.5 HEV lose boot space?
No. Both the Toyota Camry 2.5V and Toyota Camry 2.5 HEV have 524 litres of boot space, with the same 4,920 mm length and 2,825 mm wheelbase.