Is the Camry a Plug-in Hybrid Model?
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The Camry is not a plug-in hybrid model; it belongs to the hybrid electric vehicle category. Plug-in hybrid vehicles refer to cars that have an external power source to charge the battery and can operate in pure electric mode or be driven by fuel. Hybrid electric vehicles, on the other hand, are powered by both gasoline and electricity during operation. The Camry is a mid-size car under the GAC Toyota brand, with body dimensions of 4885mm in length, 1840mm in width, and 1455mm in height, a wheelbase of 2825mm, front track of 1595mm, rear track of 1605mm, and a fuel tank capacity of 60 liters.
I remember when I last researched the Camry Hybrid, it belonged to the self-charging hybrid type and didn't require additional plug-in charging. Toyota hadn't released a plug-in hybrid version at that time. Its battery is small, with a short pure electric driving range, mainly used to improve fuel efficiency. Like my friend's 2023 Camry Hybrid, it only consumes 4 liters of fuel in the city—very fuel-efficient but without a charging port. If you're looking for a plug-in hybrid Toyota, the RAV4 Prime would be more suitable, capable of running about 40 kilometers on pure electric power. Considering environmental friendliness when buying a car is good, but the Camry Hybrid itself is very practical with low maintenance costs. Toyota's hybrid system is stable and reliable, and I often recommend it to owners who prioritize economy.
