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2026 Toyota Camry vs. 2026 Toyota Corolla Comparison

See how the 2026 Toyota Camry and 2026 Toyota Corolla performed in our rigorous, independent road tests. Our experts evaluate hundreds of vehicles annually at our 327-acre testing facility, putting each model through over 50 data-driven assessments—including braking, emergency handling, fuel economy, and cabin noise. Review our side-by-side comparison of tested specifications, real-world fuel efficiency, and crash-test safety ratings to see which is the best for reliability, performance, and more.

Comparing 2 Models

Camry 2026

Midsized cars

2026 Toyota Camry

$29,600 - $37,525

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Corolla 2026

Small sedans/hatchbacks

2026 Toyota Corolla

$23,125 - $29,340

All Test Results
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About
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The Camry now comes only as a four-cylinder hybrid and is available with either front- or all-wheel drive. In our tests of a front-wheel-drive version, we got an impressive 48 mpg overall. The electric drive can propel the car at low speeds if you're...
 
The Corolla sedan is fuel-efficient and sensible. A more powerful 169-hp, 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine, once exclusive to the higher trims and the hatchback, is now standard for all nonhybrid models and gets 36 mpg overall. The hybrid version is a ...
Highs
Highs
Green Checkmark Icon Excellent fuel economy
Green Checkmark Icon Smooth electric power at low speeds
 
Green Checkmark Icon Fuel economy
Green Checkmark Icon Ride
Green Checkmark Icon Controls
Lows
Lows
Red 'X' Icon Gas engine gets noisy when revved
Red 'X' Icon Low stance makes it difficult to get in and out
 
Red 'X' Icon Acceleration
Red 'X' Icon Access
Red 'X' Icon Rear seat
Road Test Score
Road Test Score
/ 100
 
/ 100
Reliability
Reliability
/ 100
 
/ 100
Owner Satisfaction
Owner Satisfaction
/ 100
 
/ 100

Overview

Body Styles
Body Styles

sedan

 

sedan

Trim Lines
Trim Lines

LE, XLE, SE, XSE, Nightshade

 

SE, Hybrid SE, Hybrid LE, LE, Hybrid XLE, XSE

Base Price Range
Base Price Range

$29,600 - $37,525

 

$23,125 - $29,340

Drive Wheels
Drive Wheels

AWD, FWD

 

AWD, FWD

Seating Capacity
Seating Capacity

2 Front, 3 Rear

 

2 Front, 3 Rear

Engines/Motors
Engines/Motors

2.5-liter 4 hybrid (232 hp); 2.5-liter 4 hybrid (225 hp)

 

1.8-liter 4 hybrid (138 hp); 2-liter 4 (169 hp)

Transmissions Available
Transmissions Available

CVT

 

CVT

Performance

Comfort & Convenience

Fuel Economy & Range

Vehicle Safety

Specification

Warranty

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PERFORMANCE TESTING

6

miles of track for testing acceleration, ride, handling, braking, and advanced driver assist systems.

TIRE TESTING

400

tires tested a year for all-weather grip and rolling resistance.