Everything New Brunswick Buyers Want to Know About the 2026 Toyota Camry

If you're shopping for a midsize sedan in Moncton, you probably have questions about the 2026 Toyota Camry. The Camry is now hybrid-only across all trims, which changes the conversation around fuel economy, drivetrain options, and what you get for your money. Here are the answers to the most common questions we hear at Acadia Toyota.

What Body Style Is the 2026 Camry?

The 2026 Camry is a four-door midsize sedan. It seats five adults comfortably and offers a trunk with 428 litres of cargo space - enough for a week's groceries, hockey bags, or luggage for a road trip to Halifax. The Camry measures 4,915 mm long and 1,840 mm wide, which gives it a planted, confident stance on the highway without feeling oversized in city parking lots.

What Trims Are Available?

The 2026 Camry lineup includes six distinct configurations:

• SE FWD - The entry point, starting at $34,575. This trim comes with front-wheel drive and delivers 225 hp from the hybrid powertrain. It includes a sport-tuned suspension, paddle shifters, and a heated leather-wrapped steering wheel.
• SE Upgrade FWD - Adds a power slide/tilt moonroof, auto-dimming rear view mirror, garage door opener, and Smart Key System while keeping front-wheel drive and 225 hp. Pricing available at the dealership.
• SE Upgrade AWD - Adds all-wheel drive, which bumps output to 232 hp. This trim includes a wireless charger, garage door opener, and a power slide/tilt moonroof. Starting price is $38,270.
• Nightshade AWD - A sport-styled package based on the SE Upgrade AWD. It features 19-inch black alloy wheels, black badging, black grille, black spoiler, black door handles, and black side rockers. Starting price is $39,397.
• XLE AWD - Built for buyers who want more refinement. The XLE includes a panoramic moonroof, 12.3-inch Toyota Multimedia touchscreen, and a 9-speaker JBL audio system. It does not include paddle shifters or the sport-tuned suspension. Starting price is $45,225.
• XSE AWD - The sportiest trim in the lineup. It combines the XLE's premium tech with the SE's sport-tuned suspension and paddle shifters. Starting price is $45,330.

All trims are hybrid-only. There is no gas-only Camry for 2026.

What Drivetrain Options Are Available?

The SE FWD and SE Upgrade FWD are the front-wheel-drive models. All other trims - SE Upgrade AWD, Nightshade AWD, XLE AWD, and XSE AWD - come standard with electronic on-demand all-wheel drive. The AWD system activates automatically when it detects wheel slip, which helps in snow, rain, and gravel conditions common in New Brunswick.

If you drive mostly in the city and want the best fuel economy, the SE FWD delivers 4.9 L/100 km combined. If you need AWD for winter confidence or rural roads, the SE Upgrade AWD and XLE AWD return 5.1 L/100 km combined. The XSE AWD, with its sport-tuned suspension and larger wheels, returns 5.5 L/100 km combined - still competitive for a midsize sedan with 232 hp.

What's Under the Hood?

Every 2026 Camry uses a 2.5-litre Dynamic Force four-cylinder engine paired with Toyota's fifth-generation Hybrid System (THS 5). The SE FWD and SE Upgrade FWD produce 225 hp. All AWD trims produce 232 hp. Power is delivered through an electronically controlled continuously variable transmission (eCVT), which provides smooth acceleration without the gear-hunting feel of a traditional automatic.

The hybrid system runs on regular gasoline and does not require plug-in charging. The battery recharges automatically through regenerative braking and engine operation. You fill the tank like any other car - the 49-litre fuel tank gives you a long cruising range between fill-ups.

What Features Come Standard?

Even the base SE FWD includes:

• Toyota Safety Sense (Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian and Bicyclist Detection, Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist, Dynamic Radar Cruise Control, Automatic High Beam, Lane Tracing Assist)
• Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert and Safe Exit Alert
• 8-inch Toyota Multimedia touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• Heated leather-wrapped steering wheel
• Push-button start
• LED headlamps
• Sport-tuned suspension
• Paddle shifters
• Drive Mode Select (Sport, Eco, Normal)

The SE Upgrade FWD and SE Upgrade AWD add a wireless charger, garage door opener, and power moonroof. The XLE and XSE step up to a 12.3-inch touchscreen, panoramic moonroof, JBL premium audio, and advanced driver-assist features like Parking Support Brake, Traffic Jam Assist, Lane Change Assist, and Front Cross-Traffic Alert.

How Much Passenger and Cargo Space Does It Have?

The Camry seats five adults. Front passengers get 1,070 mm of legroom and 953 mm of headroom. Rear passengers get 965 mm of legroom and 955 mm of headroom - enough for adults on long drives without feeling cramped. Shoulder room measures 1,466 mm up front and 1,415 mm in the rear.

The trunk holds 428 litres of cargo, which is typical for a midsize sedan. For everyday use - groceries, sports equipment, luggage - the Camry trunk handles it without issue.

FWD Models

AWD Models

Ready to See the 2026 Camry in Person?

The 2026 Toyota Camry offers a strong balance of fuel efficiency, standard safety tech, and available all-wheel drive. If you want to see how the hybrid powertrain feels on the road or compare trims side by side, our team at Acadia Toyota in Moncton can walk you through the lineup and answer any questions specific to your driving needs.