2008 Toyota Camry Hybrid consumer reviews

Worded in a Toyota dealership service department for over 24 years. Drove mostly 5 series BMWs during this time and decades previously. Still own a restored 1987 BMW 635CSi for the purpose of sometimes required adrenaline rush. The Camry Hybrid is one of the best vehicles that I have had pleasure of owning. I do not like the exterior or interior design changes of the present hybrids. The interior dash chrome looks unappealing and tacky. The only good design change is the smaller battery behind the back seat, leaving more trunk space. So there you have it, a thirty year old BMW and a ten year old Toyota. LOVE both.

I have usually always driven either a Honda or a Mazda but found a good deal on a Toyota Camry Hybrid, so I thought I would explore that option a bit more. After some research, I could not find many dissatisfied customers of the Toyota Hybrid, so I moved forward with the purchase. So far I have been very impressed with the overall quality, and mileage I have been getting from this car. I would highly recommend it to anyone that commutes over long distances on a regular basis.

I read reviews on Toyota Camry Hybrid. I own a Toyota Highlander Hybrid. I expected the Toyota reliability, quality, and value for money......NEITHER of these exist in this car. Car paint peels off plastic trim. Plastic trim inside car is possibly the cheapest you can find. Buttons feel cheap. Styling inside is Grandmother type. Awfull.....No value....Overpriced. for same price look at the Ford Escape Hybrid. Lasts 300 000 miles, Gets 34 MPG all the time with AC. Quality Leather and Plastic. Camry is honestly so over hyped!!!

Bought this car new and have driven it over 160,000 miles so far with minimal mechanical problems. I enjoy the good gas mileage too. The only negative is that is not a good car in snow, since it is low to the ground and also hybrid feature. But overall it has exceeded expectations.

Just bought my 2008 Camry Hybrid with 61K miles. First tank 42.5 mpg hwy, wow! Very comfortable and surprisingly good acceleration. BTW 36mpg city too. I am very impressed,

Being that it is a hybrid, a few things really exceeded my expectations. Obviously, the gas mileage is better than my old 6 cyl Camry that only had 19 mpg city. This car gets 33 mpg city driving. But the quietness of the engine was shocking and having halogen lights was an unexpected luxury. The cons of this car, which is no fault of Toyota, but the previous owners', is the after-market radio. It is a nice double din touchscreen, but certain features were lost, like Bluetooth, steering wheel controls of the audio system and backup camera.Whoever installed the unit did not fully integrate all of Camry's conveniences. So a word for used car buyers: make sure these features work if equipped, which this car did, before purchasing or negotiate the price down!

This is the most reliable and comfortable car I have own in fact I bought two of this Toyota Camry Hybrid the first three year old 2007 and second for my wife two week ago 2008 I have no problem so far

Unbelievable car! 41-39 MPGI Inside and outside looks great. A great feeling at the wheel. I am impressed with this car...

I bought my 2008 Camry Hybrid back in Feb-2010. It had 43k miles, fully loaded, NAV, leather, heated seats) and was one of the most feature rich cars (keyless entry, automatic lights, sunroof, power seats) I had ever owned. The Camry Hybrid was used for commuting back and forth from AZ to CA. I put approximately 1300 miles PER WEEK on that Hybrid and it performed wonderfully. Average MPG was 38 in city and 39-40 highway. I drive with a light foot and use coasting when I can but this Hybrid has plenty of power when it is time to merge into traffic. The ride was comfortable and the road noise was minimal at first but did get louder as the tires wore down. A new set of rubber would of fixed that. Great visability front and side but a little limitted in the rear (a rear camera would help in that situation). I drove the Hybrid till approximately 91k miles. Only problem I ever had was the water pump started leaking and was replaced at 90k miles (under the extended warranty). Never had any other issue with the Hybrid Technology or the rest of the vehicle; PERIOD! Then in Nov-2011 I got a bug for a convertible and traded in my Camry Hybrid for a '04 BMW 330Ci... worst mistake I have every done in regards to my vehicle. The 330Ci is fun, sporty and a convertible but the ride is harsh, gas is more expensive (premium compared to regular) and parts/service costs and arm & a leg if you can't do it yourself. Granted you can't compare a Camry Hybrid to a 330Ci Convertible; they are both very different cars. But I will say this: If you are looking for great MPG, spacious room, feature rich interior, family friendly transportation that doubles as a daily commuter then you can't go worng with a Camry Hybrid. As for me... once I sell the 330Ci... it is back to a Camry Hybrid... that is where I belong!

Best car ever! Comfortable with great style and the best mileage I have ever gotten from a car. I drove other hybrids while shopping for this purchase, and none compared, other than the prius, which was too small for our family. I get 38 mpg consistently and I do a lot of around-town driving. I love the comfort of this car and the roominess. I would advise anyone who can get one to snap it up!!