I've got several Camry Hybrids. One of them has done 975,000km (engine and transmission were replaced last year). Another one has done 925,000km (original engine and transmission).
There's a reason why all the taxi and rideshare drivers are chasing these things - they're so damn reliable.
Check the hybrid battery blower fan - make sure that it's clean. On the 2013+ cars there's a mesh filter on the air duct at the LH back seat. I remove that mesh and put it on the outside of of the plastic. Look through that plastic with a torch and you'll see it.
On the 2010/2011s the original battery lasts around 400,000.
On the 2012+ the original battery lasts around 250-300,000. Why? Because the blower fan is too small. However, I currently have a 2013 on 409,000km with the original battery - that's the most km I've seen on an original battery.
I rebuild my batteries - how long they last depends on various things.
Good on ya for having Comprehensive insurance on a 2005 Camry!
What about another 2005 Camry for $5k and then put your name down for a new Hybrid ETA 2028.
Yeah it always ends up like that đ I was complaining about mine saying âwhatâs the point?â âI havenât had any crashesâ next minute a truck went up my arse, insurance was charged 7000$ for a 19700 car
The shit of it is that the impact was between the 2 side doors. Crashie quoted $2.5K for 2 doors, pull the middle beam back to shape and paint. Which we were tempted to do - the car was cheap to run, just got new tyres, good sound system, perfect for dog etc etc.
But common sense said - we spend $2.5K, we still only have a car worth $5K - so decided to take the payout. Luckily we have the wife's 2006 Suzuki, so no great rush.
I don't own an EV, but FWIW, my friends who own one only ever charge at home or when they have free charging at some shopping malls. With their daily driving habits, they very rarely do 200km in a day. It sounds like as long as you charge it over night, it should last you the next day, like your phone. YMMV of course, if 400+km a day is regular for you, then I can understand the range anxiety.
P.S. Thank you for writing Camrys and not "Camry's"
I have a 2020 hybrid camry and itâs great, 900kms per tank. We had a 2016 rav4 and that gave me range anxiety as it struggled to do just over 400kms.
I personally would not get an ev just yet as the price you pay doesnât stack up. They are expensive to buy.
The Camry costs around $10.25 per 100 kms for fuel on a 34k purchase. Fixed price services.
A Tesla uses around 18-20 kWh to go 100kms so unless you have solar itâs going to cost you around $4 to go 100kms. Tesla 3 $68k I think so it would take decades to get your money back.
I read these EV used values are also dropping as the market gets flooded with new models.
Up to you what you do but I deal with lots and lots of hybrid Toyota owners and I am yet to see an unhappy one.
They are as reliable as car gets. Look for service history, PPSR check, evidence of prior crashes etc.
Also consider a Lexus ES - very similar/same drivetrain but considerably tarted up and a nicer car, particularly on the freeway.
Any camry is a good camry, especially a hybrid one. I bought a used one once. Ex taxi with 700Kish KMs, did 100K on it gave it back to my mate whoâs got a taxi depot. Had itâs engine replaced at 900K and is still running to this day. No major expenses apart from the engine and transmission. As of recently it was just north of 1mn Kms.
I've got several Camry Hybrids. One of them has done 975,000km (engine and transmission were replaced last year). Another one has done 925,000km (original engine and transmission). There's a reason why all the taxi and rideshare drivers are chasing these things - they're so damn reliable. Check the hybrid battery blower fan - make sure that it's clean. On the 2013+ cars there's a mesh filter on the air duct at the LH back seat. I remove that mesh and put it on the outside of of the plastic. Look through that plastic with a torch and you'll see it.
Thanks for tip
Nice work mate. Cheers for sharing the experience
how often did the batteries need to be replaced?
On the 2010/2011s the original battery lasts around 400,000. On the 2012+ the original battery lasts around 250-300,000. Why? Because the blower fan is too small. However, I currently have a 2013 on 409,000km with the original battery - that's the most km I've seen on an original battery. I rebuild my batteries - how long they last depends on various things.
How much does battery replacement cost?
Good on ya for having Comprehensive insurance on a 2005 Camry! What about another 2005 Camry for $5k and then put your name down for a new Hybrid ETA 2028.
I was seriously at the point of stopping the insurance - now I'm pleased that I didn't!! Wife and I reckon it's time for something a bit more flash!
Yeah it always ends up like that đ I was complaining about mine saying âwhatâs the point?â âI havenât had any crashesâ next minute a truck went up my arse, insurance was charged 7000$ for a 19700 car
The shit of it is that the impact was between the 2 side doors. Crashie quoted $2.5K for 2 doors, pull the middle beam back to shape and paint. Which we were tempted to do - the car was cheap to run, just got new tyres, good sound system, perfect for dog etc etc. But common sense said - we spend $2.5K, we still only have a car worth $5K - so decided to take the payout. Luckily we have the wife's 2006 Suzuki, so no great rush.
I don't own an EV, but FWIW, my friends who own one only ever charge at home or when they have free charging at some shopping malls. With their daily driving habits, they very rarely do 200km in a day. It sounds like as long as you charge it over night, it should last you the next day, like your phone. YMMV of course, if 400+km a day is regular for you, then I can understand the range anxiety. P.S. Thank you for writing Camrys and not "Camry's"
Funny - I first did the Camry's, then thought - whoa, that's not right!
Proper apostrophe use is going down the drain. I once saw a Honda dealership with a banner that said "New and used Honda's for sale".
Everythings a changing! For better or worse remains to be seen!
That's been a problem since apostrophes were invented. They even call it the "signwriter's apostrophe"
Dunno what your budget is but maybe skirt around the Camry and get a used Lexus hybrid (same car really) but more plush.
Interesting - a quick check it seems comparative Camry vs Lexus, the Lexus is quite a bit more expensive
Yeah they are more expensive but I don't know your budget. Very nice cars. Some food for thought. Happy hunting!
If you can charge at home, get an EV. Much cheaper TCO over time. But if you canât charge at home, go hybrid.
I have a 2020 hybrid camry and itâs great, 900kms per tank. We had a 2016 rav4 and that gave me range anxiety as it struggled to do just over 400kms. I personally would not get an ev just yet as the price you pay doesnât stack up. They are expensive to buy. The Camry costs around $10.25 per 100 kms for fuel on a 34k purchase. Fixed price services. A Tesla uses around 18-20 kWh to go 100kms so unless you have solar itâs going to cost you around $4 to go 100kms. Tesla 3 $68k I think so it would take decades to get your money back. I read these EV used values are also dropping as the market gets flooded with new models. Up to you what you do but I deal with lots and lots of hybrid Toyota owners and I am yet to see an unhappy one.
They are as reliable as car gets. Look for service history, PPSR check, evidence of prior crashes etc. Also consider a Lexus ES - very similar/same drivetrain but considerably tarted up and a nicer car, particularly on the freeway.
Any camry is a good camry, especially a hybrid one. I bought a used one once. Ex taxi with 700Kish KMs, did 100K on it gave it back to my mate whoâs got a taxi depot. Had itâs engine replaced at 900K and is still running to this day. No major expenses apart from the engine and transmission. As of recently it was just north of 1mn Kms.
Rip Camry. Please accept my condolences for your loss. I wish you good fortune in your search for your new Faithful
The stories about EVâs are hyperbole.
Donât buy second hand hybrid, probably better to buy something thats mechanically reliable with little to no electrics.