2018 Toyota Camry MPG
The 2018 Toyota Camry gets 22–29 mpg in the city and 32–41 on the highway (26–34 combined), across the 5 gasoline versions the EPA rated.
The most efficient pairs the 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine with an automatic transmission and front-wheel drive, at 34 mpg combined. At the other end, the 3.5-liter 6-cylinder engine with an automatic transmission and front-wheel drive manages 26 mpg combined, 8 mpg less. The EPA also rated a hybrid version, the best at 52 mpg combined. That is 7 mpg better than the best gasoline 2017 version (27 mpg).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camry Hybrid LE | 2.5 L 4-cyl hybrid | Automatic (AV-S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 51 | 53 | 52 | Regular · 170 g CO₂/mi |
| Camry Hybrid XLE/SE | 2.5 L 4-cyl hybrid | Automatic (AV-S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 44 | 47 | 46 | Regular · 195 g CO₂/mi |
| Camry | 2.5 L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | 29 | 41 | 34 | Regular · 264 g CO₂/mi |
| Camry LE/SE | 2.5 L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | 28 | 39 | 32 | Regular · 277 g CO₂/mi |
| Camry XLE/XSE | 2.5 L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | 28 | 39 | 32 | Regular · 274 g CO₂/mi |
| Camry | 3.5 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 33 | 26 | Regular · 338 g CO₂/mi |
| Camry XSE | 3.5 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 32 | 26 | Regular · 345 g CO₂/mi |
2018 Toyota Camry fuel cost per year
Driving 15,000 miles a year on regular gasoline at the September 2026 U.S. average of $4.36 a gallon, the 2018 Toyota Camry costs about $1,920 a year to fuel in its most efficient form (34 mpg combined), or roughly 13 cents a mile.
The thirstiest priced version (26 mpg combined) comes to about $2,510 a year, $590 more.
This is an estimate from EPA combined mpg and the EIA national average price; your cost depends on how and where you drive and on local prices.
2018 Toyota Camry specs
The EPA lists 3 engine choices for the 2018 Toyota Camry: 2.5 L 4-cyl, 2.5 L 4-cyl hybrid and 3.5 L 6-cyl. It came with continuously variable (CVT) and automatic transmissions, with front-wheel drive. For fuel-economy purposes it sits in the EPA's "Midsize Cars" class.
| Engine size (L) | Cylinders | Transmissions | Drive | Versions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5 L | 4 | Automatic (S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | 3 |
| 2.5 L hybrid | 4 | Automatic (AV-S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 2 |
| 3.5 L | 6 | Automatic (S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | 2 |
2018 Toyota Camry problems
As of October 2026, NHTSA (the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) holds 779 owner complaints about the 2018 Toyota Camry.
Power train is the most-reported area (17% of component mentions), followed by service brakes (12%) and engine (12%).
Spread over its time on sale, that is 86 complaints a year: more than the 2017 (15 a year) and the 2019 (51 a year).
No other Toyota Camry model year from 2008 to 2024 has more complaints per year on sale.
Of the 779, 48 mention a crash, 4 a fire and 25 an injury.
| Component | Mentions | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 201 | 17% |
| Service brakes | 141 | 12% |
| Engine | 140 | 12% |
| Unknown or other | 100 | 9% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 77 | 7% |
| Vehicle speed control | 77 | 7% |
| Electrical system | 72 | 6% |
| Steering | 64 | 6% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 54 | 5% |
| Hydraulic service brakes | 39 | 3% |
| Gasoline fuel system | 29 | 3% |
| Air bags | 22 | 2% |
| Visibility/wiper | 22 | 2% |
| Wheels | 18 | 2% |
| Structure | 15 | 1% |
| Lane departure | 13 | 1% |
| Suspension | 12 | 1% |
| Seat belts | 9 | <1% |
| Back over prevention | 8 | <1% |
| Electronic stability control (esc) | 8 | <1% |
| Exterior lighting | 8 | <1% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 6 | <1% |
| Tires | 6 | <1% |
| Visibility | 5 | <1% |
| Child seat | 2 | <1% |
| Seats | 2 | <1% |
| Shell carry handle | 1 | <1% |
| Equipment | 1 | <1% |
| Equipment adaptive/mobility | 1 | <1% |
| Other fuel system | 1 | <1% |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | <1% |
What owners told NHTSA
The contact owns a 2018 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that while driving 60 MPH, the vehicle was jerking and hesitating. The failure was a recurring failure. The dealer was contacted and was able to reproduce the failure. …
In February of 2025 the brake vacuum pump failed and lost braking power. It was promptly towed to Toyota and the recall was performed. …
This vehicle is experiencing the same problems since 2022 despite multiple attempts to have the vehicle repaired. The fuel pump was part of the recall and it was replaced in 2020. …
2018 Toyota Camry recalls
The 2018 Toyota Camry has been the subject of 8 recall campaigns.
The most recent, campaign 25V028000 from January 2025, concerns gasoline fuel system.
Gasoline fuel system accounts for 4 of the 8 campaigns, more than any other area.
25V028000 · January 22, 2025 · Gasoline fuel system
Problem: The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Risk: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge.
18V211000 · April 3, 2018 · Hydraulic service brakes
Problem: During the manufacturing process, the oil galley in the rotor for the brake booster vacuum pump assembly may have been improperly machined possibly resulting in a sudden loss of brake assist.
Risk: A sudden loss of braking assist can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake booster vacuum pump, free of charge.
18V200000 · March 28, 2018 · Engine and engine cooling
Problem: The pistons on these vehicles may be larger than specified, possibly causing the engine to stall.
Risk: An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the production date codes of the pistons and, if an engine contains a piston from the affected production period, the engine assembly will be replaced, free of charge.
18V108000 · February 14, 2018 · Gasoline fuel system
Problem: These vehicles have fuel delivery pipes that may not be properly connected to the fuel hoses in the engine compartment.
Risk: The improperly connected hoses may leak fuel, which, in the presence of an ignition source, can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel pipes for the correct installation, correcting them as necessary, free of charge.
| Campaign | Reported | Component | Camry years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21V890000 | November 17, 2021 | Hydraulic service brakes | 2018–2019 |
| 20V682000 | November 4, 2020 | Gasoline fuel system | 2018–2020 |
| 20V012000 | January 13, 2020 | Gasoline fuel system | 2018–2019 |
| 19V503000 | June 28, 2019 | Equipment | 2017–2019 |
Safety ratings
NHTSA crash-tested 2 versions of the 2018 Toyota Camry; the best overall score is 5 out of 5 stars.
| Version tested | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4-door FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| Hybrid 4-door FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
Crash-test photos: NHTSA (public domain). NHTSA can reuse a test for later model years of the same design.
Compared with other years
Complaints per year on sale divide each model year's NHTSA complaints by the years since it went on sale, so older and newer Toyota Camrys can be compared fairly. Among other 2018 models in the EPA's midsize cars class, the 2018 Toyota Corolla (34 mpg), 2018 Hyundai Elantra (35 mpg) and 2018 Honda Civic (36 mpg) come closest on combined fuel economy.
| Year | Best mpg | Complaints | Per year on sale | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 40 | 286 | 24 | 1 |
| 2016 | 40 | 189 | 17 | 3 |
| 2017 | 40 | 153 | 15 | 3 |
| 2018 | 52 | 779 | 86 | 8 |
| 2019 | 52 | 411 | 51 | 7 |
| 2020 | 52 | 284 | 40 | 3 |
| 2021 | 52 | 165 | 27 | 1 |
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FAQ
Is the 2018 Camry a good car?
We don't rate cars, but the official data gives a picture. The 2018 Toyota Camry has 86 NHTSA complaints per year on sale (the most of its 17 model years), 8 recall campaigns, a best overall crash rating of 5 stars and up to 52 mpg combined from the EPA.
What are common 2018 Camry problems?
The components owners report most to NHTSA are power train (201), service brakes (141) and engine (140). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many recalls does the 2018 Camry have?
NHTSA lists 8 recall campaigns. To see whether a recall is still open on a specific car, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2018 Camry get?
The EPA rates the gasoline versions at 26–34 mpg combined (22–29 city, 32–41 highway). The hybrid versions reach up to 52 mpg combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2018 Camry per year?
About $1,920 a year for 15,000 miles in its most efficient form, up to about $2,510 for the thirstiest version, using EPA mpg and the September 2026 U.S. average regular gasoline price of $4.36 a gallon (EIA).