2018 Toyota Camry Hybrid XLE/SE: MPG and fuel economy
The 2018 Toyota Camry Hybrid XLE/SE is a hybrid rated at 46 combined MPG by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. It returns 44 MPG in the city and 47 MPG on the highway.
This page collects every fuel-economy figure the EPA publishes for the 2018 Toyota Camry Hybrid XLE/SE. Below you will find the headline combined, city, and highway MPG, the estimated annual fuel cost at three different driving levels, the tailpipe CO₂ emissions, and a full breakdown of the engine and drivetrain. If you want to know whether this generation got more or less efficient over the years, the year-over-year table further down covers every model year the EPA has rated.
Key takeaways
- Returns 41% better combined MPG than the average car in the Midsize Cars class for the 2018 model year (32.6 MPG class average).
- The most efficient car in the Midsize Cars class for the 2018 model year is the Hyundai Ioniq Electric at 136 MPG.
- The Toyota Camry Hybrid XLE/SE has gained 7 MPG since its first rated model year, the 2014 Toyota Camry Hybrid XLE/SE at 39 MPG.
- EPA estimates this car saves around $4,250 in fuel over five years compared with an average new vehicle of the same model year.
Fuel economy at a glance
These are the EPA's official ratings for the 2018 Toyota Camry Hybrid XLE/SE. The numbers come from a standardised laboratory test cycle and are the same figures that appear on the window sticker of every new car. Real-world mileage varies with driving style, weather, fuel quality, and how heavily loaded the car is.
Combined MPG is a 55/45 weighted blend of the city and highway test cycles. The EPA uses it as the single number you can compare across the entire dataset, including hybrids and EVs (which use the equivalent MPGe figure).
| Combined MPG | 46 MPG |
| City MPG | 44 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 47 MPG |
| Annual fuel cost | $1,300 |
| Tailpipe CO₂ | 195 g/mi |
| Fuel type | Regular |
How the 2018 Toyota Camry Hybrid XLE/SE compares
The 2018 Toyota Camry Hybrid XLE/SE returns 46 combined MPG. Cars in the Midsize Cars class for the same model year average 32.6 MPG, which puts this car ahead of the class average by about 41%.
The most efficient car in the Midsize Cars class for the 2018 model year is the Hyundai Ioniq Electric at 136 MPG. The bar chart below puts the Toyota Camry Hybrid XLE/SE alongside the class best and the class average so you can see the full picture.
For broader context, the average new car of the 2018 model year (across all classes) returns 25.6 MPG. Larger vehicles pull the all-cars average down, so do not use that figure on its own to judge a small car or a hybrid. The full list of the most efficient cars of the 2018 model year is on its own page.
Annual fuel cost across driving patterns
The headline annual fuel cost the EPA publishes assumes 15,000 miles of driving per year and a fuel mix of 55% city and 45% highway. The dollar figure is calculated using the EPA's current reference price for regular gasoline, which is $3.99/gallon. EPA updates that reference periodically rather than tracking live pump prices, so treat it as a window-sticker estimate rather than today's pump number.
The table below scales the EPA's number to three common driving patterns. The combined MPG and the reference fuel price stay constant, only the annual mileage changes. To get a current-prices estimate, take your local gas price and multiply by 326.1 gallons (the car's annual consumption at the rated MPG).
| Driving pattern | Estimated annual fuel cost |
|---|---|
| Light driver, 7,500 miles per year | $650 |
| Average driver, 15,000 miles per year | $1,300 |
| Heavy driver, 25,000 miles per year | $2,167 |
Year-over-year MPG for the Toyota Camry Hybrid XLE/SE
The EPA has rated the Toyota Camry Hybrid XLE/SE across 7 model years, from 2014 Toyota Camry Hybrid XLE/SE through 2020 Toyota Camry Hybrid XLE/SE. The numbers below are the best combined MPG figure the EPA published for each year, which lets you see when the car was at its most efficient and how recent generations stack up.
The 2014 Toyota Camry Hybrid XLE/SE returned 39 MPG. The most recent 2020 Toyota Camry Hybrid XLE/SE returns 46 MPG. That is an improvement of 7 MPG over 6 model years, the kind of gain that usually comes from smaller engines, hybrid systems, or aerodynamic redesigns.
| Year | Combined MPG | Open year page |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 46 MPG | 2020 Toyota Camry Hybrid XLE/SE |
| 2019 | 46 MPG | 2019 Toyota Camry Hybrid XLE/SE |
| 2018 | 46 MPG | this page |
| 2017 | 38 MPG | 2017 Toyota Camry Hybrid XLE/SE |
| 2016 | 39 MPG | 2016 Toyota Camry Hybrid XLE/SE |
| 2015 | 39 MPG | 2015 Toyota Camry Hybrid XLE/SE |
| 2014 | 39 MPG | 2014 Toyota Camry Hybrid XLE/SE |
Compare against other Midsize Cars for 2018
If you are cross-shopping the 2018 Toyota Camry Hybrid XLE/SE, the most useful comparison is against the other cars in the Midsize Cars class for the same model year. The list below shows the highest-MPG peers, ranked from most to least efficient. Click any of them to open its full page.
The Hyundai Ioniq Electric leads this group at 136 MPG, 90 MPG ahead of the 2018 Toyota Camry Hybrid XLE/SE.
Specifications
The 2018 Toyota Camry Hybrid XLE/SE runs a 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine paired with a automatic (av-s6), sending power through front-wheel drive.
Engine, transmission, and drivetrain together drive most of the variation in fuel economy across trims. A larger engine moves the car with less effort but burns more fuel. A turbo lets a small engine punch above its weight, often without much MPG penalty. All-wheel drive adds traction and weight, and usually costs a couple of MPG compared with two-wheel drive of the same engine.
- Vehicle class
- Midsize Cars
- Engine
- 2.5L 4-cylinder
- Transmission
- Automatic (AV-S6)
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Fuel type
- Regular
- Annual petroleum use
- 6.5 barrels per year
- Start-stop system
- Yes
Common questions about the 2018 Toyota Camry Hybrid XLE/SE
Quick answers to the questions people most often search for when looking up the 2018 Toyota Camry Hybrid XLE/SE.
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Is the 2018 Toyota Camry Hybrid XLE/SE fuel efficient?
Yes. The 2018 Toyota Camry Hybrid XLE/SE returns 46 combined MPG, which beats the average car in the Midsize Cars class for the same model year by about 41%. -
What MPG does the 2018 Toyota Camry Hybrid XLE/SE get?
The EPA rates the 2018 Toyota Camry Hybrid XLE/SE at 46 combined MPG, 44 MPG in city driving, and 47 MPG on the highway. Real-world numbers depend on your driving style, the weather, and how loaded the car is. -
How much does it cost to fuel a 2018 Toyota Camry Hybrid XLE/SE per year?
The EPA estimates an annual fuel cost of $1,300 for the 2018 Toyota Camry Hybrid XLE/SE. That figure assumes 15,000 miles of driving per year, a 55% city and 45% highway split, and the EPA's published average fuel price for the rated fuel grade. -
What fuel does the 2018 Toyota Camry Hybrid XLE/SE use?
The EPA lists the 2018 Toyota Camry Hybrid XLE/SE as running on regular gasoline. Using a different grade than the manufacturer specifies can affect fuel economy and engine longevity. -
Has the Toyota Camry Hybrid XLE/SE become more fuel efficient over time?
Yes. The first EPA-rated Toyota Camry Hybrid XLE/SE, the 2014 Toyota Camry Hybrid XLE/SE, returned 39 combined MPG. The most recent 2020 Toyota Camry Hybrid XLE/SE returns 46 MPG, an improvement of 7 MPG over the run. -
How much CO₂ does the 2018 Toyota Camry Hybrid XLE/SE emit?
Tailpipe CO₂ emissions are 195 g/mi. Multiplied across a typical year of driving (15,000 miles) that works out to about 2,925 kilograms of CO₂. -
What is the difference between the city and highway MPG of the 2018 Toyota Camry Hybrid XLE/SE?
City driving returns 44 MPG and highway driving returns 47 MPG, a gap of 3 MPG. The two figures are close enough that the car will hold its rated efficiency well across most driving patterns. -
What engine is in the 2018 Toyota Camry Hybrid XLE/SE?
The 2018 Toyota Camry Hybrid XLE/SE has a 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine (EPA description: SIDI & PFI). -
What transmission and drivetrain does the 2018 Toyota Camry Hybrid XLE/SE have?
The 2018 Toyota Camry Hybrid XLE/SE comes with a automatic (av-s6) transmission and front-wheel drive. -
How does the 2018 Toyota Camry Hybrid XLE/SE compare to the best car in its class?
The most efficient car in the Midsize Cars class for the 2018 model year is the Hyundai Ioniq Electric at 136 combined MPG. The Toyota Camry Hybrid XLE/SE returns 46 MPG, a gap of 90 MPG. If you are comparing on fuel economy alone, the class leader is worth a look.
Source: U.S. EPA fuel economy dataset. Annual fuel cost figures assume 15,000 miles of driving per year and a 55% city, 45% highway split. Real-world mileage varies with driving conditions, vehicle maintenance, fuel quality, and driver behaviour.