2020 Toyota Camry

The Camry gets a couple of big additions for 2020. First is the availability of AWD on 4-cylinder models, making this the first time the Camry has offered 4-wheel traction since the Camry All-Trac was discontinued after 1991. The system is similar to what's been available in the RAV4 since the 2019 model year and can completely disconnect itself when it isn't needed, leaving the Camry to be powered strictly by its front wheels. Altogether, expect the system to be about as unobtrusive as possible, as it's designed to engage only under hard acceleration or when the vehicle senses slippage, making it ideal for buyers in cold climates that are likely to see snow in the wintertime.

On another note, Toyota is introducing a new performance-oriented Camry TRD model for 2020 as well. Priced aggressively, the TRD comes standard with the Camry's V6 engine and adds a TRD-tuned suspension, larger 12.9-in brakes with red calipers, a cat-back dual-exhaust system and added structural bracing. Stylistic changes include unique wheels, unique aero bits on the front fascia, side skirts and rear diffuser, a rear wing and more.

There's also a new-for-2020 SE Nightshade edition that amounts to a basic SE model with blacked-out styling elements. Finally, the entire 2020 Camry model lineup gets standard Android Auto and Apple CarPlay for 2020 -- a long overdue addition. See the 2020 Toyota Camry models for sale near you

The Camry has been a segment-stalwart for decades now, and the current model is the best iteration yet. There's something for everyone, from the basic-spec L and LE models, to the fuel-sipping hybrid options, to the bold performance-oriented TRD trim. While the TRD model is compelling, we think most buyers will be best served by either the LE or the Hybrid LE models. Compared with the V6, the basic 4-cylinder Camry offers class-leading power and fuel economy, which makes the V6 a little hard to justify. The Hybrid is compelling for its incredible fuel economy, but its higher price tag means that it should appeal primarily to buyers who expect to do a lot of driving and keep their vehicle for a long period of time. Otherwise, drive the LE and SE variations to see which you prefer behind the wheel, although differences are subtle. Each also comes with enough feature content that probably makes jumping up to their XLE or XSE counterparts unnecessary. Find a Toyota Camry for sale

As far as the mainstream trims of the 2020 Toyota Camry go, there are the more traditional L, LE and XLE trims, plus the sportier SE and XSE trims. XSE and XLE models are available with the V6 engine, while there's also a new-for-2020 TRD trim that's offered exclusively with the V6. On top of that, buyers can now opt for optional AWD, which will be available on LE, XLE, SE and XSE models equipped with the 4-cylinder engine. While Toyota has yet to announce pricing for the Camry's AWD system, we expect it to cost about $1,000, which is what it costs in the Prius. The hybrid version is available in LE, SE and XLE trims.

The base Camry L ($25,250) comes standard with 16-in steel wheels, automatic bi-LED headlights, a backup camera, highway-speed adaptive cruise control, forward-collision warning and automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning, manual height-adjustable front seats, power driver lumbar adjustment, Bluetooth, one USB port, a 7-in touchscreen infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, a 6-speaker sound system with an auxiliary audio jack and a media player interface.

The LE ($25,795) adds 17-in alloy wheels, an 8-way power driver's seat, a 60/40 split folding rear seat and an alarm system.

The SE ($26,995) has different styling, altered suspension and steering tuning, front sport seats and a leather-wrapped sport steering wheel with paddle shifters. In terms of feature content, the Camry SE adds 18-in wheels, single-zone automatic climate control and SofTex vinyl upholstery.

Both the LE and SE can be equipped with a sunroof, blind spot and rear cross-traffic alert systems (packaged together), the Convenience package (passive keyless entry and push-button start, an auto-dimming mirror and a universal garage opener) and the Audio package (an 8-in touchscreen, wireless smartphone charging, HD Radio, satellite radio, remote vehicle controls, Safety Connect emergency services and on-board Wi-Fi).

The SE Nightshade Edition ($27,695) offers the same features as the basic SE model but with black styling elements that include the wheels, door handles, mirrors, window trim, grille and roof-mounted shark fin antenna.

The new Camry TRD ($31,995) offers the Camry's optional V6 engine at a steal, as the other V6-equipped Camry trims cost at least $2,500 more. In the TRD, the V6 is unchanged, putting out the same 301 hp and 267 lb-ft of torque paired with the same 8-speed automatic it uses in other applications. What the TRD does gain is added structural bracing, a TRD-tuned suspension that drops the ride height by 0.6 inches, bigger brakes and a cat back exhaust system. Additionally, the TRD Camry gains 19-in wheels that are 3.1 pounds lighter and a half inch wider than those found on the XSE trim. Summer tires are standard -- which, it's worth mentioning, will prove problematic to buyers in cold climates. There's also a big, obnoxious, love-it-or-hate-it rear wing and additional styling elements. Paddle shifters are included as well.

The XSE ($30,830) builds on the SE trim, while the XLE ($30,280) adds to the LE. Both add full-speed adaptive cruise control, blind spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert, three vehicle setting modes (Eco, Normal and Sport), an electronic parking brake, heated mirrors, dual-zone automatic climate control, heated front seats, an 8-way power passenger seat, leather upholstery, rear adjustable headrests, an upgraded backup camera and instrument display, the Convenience package content and three USB ports. The XSE has 19-in wheels, while the XLE has 18-in wheels plus a leather-wrapped version of the LE's steering wheel.

The V6 engine is optional in the Camry XSE ($35,955) and XLE ($35,405) and brings with it a panoramic sunroof, a color head-up display, wireless smartphone charging, the Audio package content and a 9-speaker JBL sound system. All of these items are also available on the 4-cylinder XSE and XLE. A factory navigation system is an option on the V6 trim levels, but we don't see much value in it now that Android Auto and Apple CarPlay are standard.

The entry-level Camry Hybrid is the Hybrid LE ($29,205), which comes standard with 16-in steel wheels, automatic bi-LED headlights, LED running lights, automatic high beams, passive keyless entry with push-button start, multiple drive modes (EV, Eco, Normal ans Sport), a backup camera, dual-zone automatic climate control, an 8-way power driver's seat, a manual height-adjustable passenger seat, heated front seats, cloth upholstery, a 60/40 split folding back seat, one USB port, an auxiliary audio jack and a 6-speaker sound system.

The Hybrid SE ($30,905) adds the SE styling, 18-in wheels, altered suspension and steering tuning, more aggressively bolstered front seats, SofTex simulated leather upholstery and a leather-wrapped steering wheel.

Finally, the Hybrid XLE ($33,505) reverts to the LE's styling, chassis tuning and seat design. It adds its own 18-in wheels, an enhanced climate-control system, an 8-way power passenger seat, leather upholstery, the leather-wrapped steering wheel, a color head-up display, three USB ports and the LE/SE's options listed above. Adaptive LED headlights, a surround-view parking camera system and a 9-speaker JBL sound system are optional.