Toyota has quietly launched the 2018 Camry Hybrid in India at Rs. 37,22,300 (ex-showroom, Delhi). The updated model gets minor interior tweaks and added features. For Team-BHP's Auto Expo 2018 report on the Camry Hybrid, click here.
On the outside, the new Camry looks identical to the outgoing model. It has a chrome grille with automatic LED headlamps on either side. The front bumper features a large air dam with circular LED fog lamps placed at its edge, while triangular turn signals are placed on either side of the bumper. The rear features large wraparound tail lamps and a chrome garnish. The car rides on 17-inch 15-spoke alloy wheels.
Moving to the interior, Toyota has updated the Camry's cabin with new tan coloured upholstery and faux wood trim on the dashboard, steering wheel, arm rests and centre console. It also gets a new 3-spoke multi-functional steering wheel, which replaces the old 4-spoke unit. Apart from the aesthetic changes, the 2018 Camry Hybrid gets an updated touchscreen infotainment system with navigation, Bluetooth, USB and Aux-in as well as a 12-speaker audio system. It also comes with a head-up display, wireless charging pad, 3-zone automatic climate control, power reclining rear seats with collapsible headrest and ventilated front seats.
Meanwhile, the 2.5-litre, 4-cylinder petrol engine has been retained. It makes 159 BHP @ 5,700 rpm and 213 Nm of torque @ 4,500 rpm and comes paired to an electronically controlled CVT (E-CVT). The engine is assisted by a motor generator, which has a maximum output of 142 BHP and 270 Nm. The Camry Hybrid uses 6.5 Ah Nickel-metal Hydride battery pack. It has 2 driving modes - ECO and EV.
In terms of safety features, the 2018 Camry Hybrid comes equipped with 9 airbags, ABS with EBD and brake assist, vehicle stability control (VSC), hill start assist, electronically controlled brake system (ECB) and ISOFIX child safety seat mounting points among others.