The Toyota Camry returns for the 2026 model year with a new Nightshade Edition, featuring Midnight Black Metallic exterior, unique 19-inch wheels, and gloss black badging. Customers can choose from the three exterior color options on the new edition, including Ice Cap, Supersonic Red, and Midnight Black. All the special edition grades are also accented with various Midnight Black Metallic parts, including the front grille, air curtains, side carnards, door handles, mirror caps, shark fin antenna, rear lower sport diffuser, and rear spoiler. Its appearance vibe is also enhanced, thanks to the blacked-out sporty exterior finish. We will cover the full specifications, release date, MSRP, and price of the 2026 Toyota Camry in Nigeria.
For the 2026 model year, the Camry is offered in five grades, including the LE, SE, XLE, XSE, and the new Nightshade Edition. All grades are available in an option of either Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) or All-Wheel Drive. All grades boast of a manufacturer-estimated fuel efficiency of 51 MPG rating on the entry LE FWD grade, thanks to its hybrid powertrain.
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The powerful, yet fuel-efficient hybrid system
All grades of the 2026 Toyota Camry are equipped with the fifth-generation Toyota Hybrid System (THS) with a 2.5-liter, 4-cylinder engine that delivers 225 net combined horsepower on the FWD models and 232 net horsepower on the AWD models.
The new 2026 Camry also comes standard with an electronically controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (eCVT) that intelligently finds the right gear ratio to pair with throttle input from the driver for improved performance.
Electronic On-Demand All-Wheel Drive
For the 2026 model year, all grades come with an available Electronic On-Demand All-Wheel Drive (AWD) for added peace of mind. The AWD system offers precise on-demand front-rear torque distribution following driving conditions to help support start-off acceleration, handling, and stability in all driving conditions. In a situation where the system detects that the road is slippery or it senses loss of tire grip, the distribution of the rear wheels is controlled to deliver ample traction performance to help keep the Camry on the desired path.
Suspension system and drivemodes
All grades are equipped with a responsive suspension system for improved comfort in the cabin. Standard across grades is an optimally tuned MacPherson strut front suspension and multi-link rear suspension system. The sporty SE grade, Nightshade Edition, and XSE grades are equipped with a specific sport-tuned suspension with shock absorbers in the front and rear, including a large diameter front stabilizer bar for increased comfort, stability, and handling.
For improved safety of both the driver and the occupants, the model is equipped Electronically Controlled Braking system (ECB) featuring on-demand pressurization provided through a pump motor in the brake actuator.
Standard drive modes on the model include NORMAL, ECO, and SPORT.
Exterior design of the 2026 Toyota Camry
The 2026 Toyota Camry debuted with a similar exterior design to its predecessor. At the front is a distinctive hammerhead front face, which brings a fresh and modern design to the vehicle. All grades also feature LED headlights and daytime running lights.
The LE and XLE grades feature a horizontal bar front grille in black on LE and finished in dark metallic grey on XLE. 16-inch alloy wheels are standard on the entry LE grade, while the XLE grades are equipped with 18-inch black and machine-finished alloy wheels.
Toyota also equipped the sporty SE and XSE grades with aggressive sporty flair, including a sport mesh front grille, side sport rockers, and a black finish. The sporty SE grade comes standard with 18-inch black-finished alloy wheels, and XSE is equipped with 19-inch black and smoke grey-finished alloy wheels.
Exterior color options
Standard exterior color options include Ocean Gem, Heavy Metal, Ice Cap, Wind Chill Pearl, Celestial Silver Metallic, Underground, Midnight Black Metallic, Supersonic Red, Reservoir Blue, and newly added Dark Cosmos. A two-tone look with Ocean Gem, Wind Chill Pearl, Heavy Metal, and Supersonic Red paired with a Midnight Black Metallic roof is available on the XSE grade.
Interior design
The cabin of the 2026 Toyota Camry is finished with a modern open-concept and refined materials to complement its sleek exterior looks. The cabin of the sporty SE and Nightshade Edition comes with SofTex-trimmed seats featuring sporty, bold white accents. An option of a Boulder or Black interior is available on the SE, while the Nightshade Edition features a Black interior. Leather-trimmed interior with artistic “shooting blade” patterned perforations is standard on the XSE grade. The XSE interior is available in two colors: Black with blue-lined perforations or Cockpit Red. Aluminum sport pedals and a leather-wrapped steering wheel with paddle shifters and a leather-wrapped shift knob are standard on the SE, Nightshade Edition and XSE grade.
For the 2026 model year, the headrest has been softened and moved rearward to enhance the ergonomics and ride comfort. The XLE and XSE grades also come standard with heated front seats, the feature is available as an option on the LE and SE grades. Premium grades also received a heated steering wheel, heated front seats, and an available front ventilated seat option. Also standard on the XLE and XSE grades are 8-way power driver and 8-way power passenger seats.
The new Camry XLE and XSE grades now feature a more serene cabin, thanks to their standard front-side acoustic laminated glass to help reduce wind noise and harshness. All grades are equipped with push-button start and a dual-zone automatic climate control system with rear air vents.
An available driver’s memory seat and memory side view mirrors are available for a family with multiple drivers in the household. The XLE also received automatic rain-sensing windshield wipers as an option. The XLE and XSE grades received the option of a power tilt and slide panoramic roof with a power-retractable sunshade for the first time on the Camry hybrid.
Technologies on the 2026 Camry
The LE, SE, and Nightshade Edition received a 7-inch digital gauge cluster as standard, while the XLE and XSE grades come with a larger 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster as standard. A 10-inch Head-Up Display that allows drivers to check their speed, see warning indicators, and turn-by-turn navigation is available on the XLE and XSE grades.
All grades are equipped with the standard 8-inch touchscreen Toyota Audio Multimedia System, and a 12.3-inch screen is also available as an option for customers who desire a larger display. The system comes standard with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility and pairs well with the standard Qi wireless charging pad. Five USB ports are standard across all grades, three in the front (2 USB-C and 1 USB-A media port) and two in the rear (1 USB-C and 1 USB-A).
A variety of enhanced connectivity features are available on the model, including a WiFi Connect, an available Drive Connect, Digital Key (available on the XLE and XSE), Active Remote Connect trial or subscription, among others. The XLE and XSE grades also feature a nine-speaker JBL Premium Audio System.
Safety and driver assistance systems on the 2026 Toyota Camry
The new 2026 Toyota Camry is equipped with the latest Toyota Safety Sense (TSS) 3.0 for improved safety of both the occupants and other road users. All grades come standard with Blind Spot Monitor, designed to warn you when a vehicle in the next lane enters Camry’s blind spot on either side of the vehicle.
The safety suite consists of:
- Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection
- Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control
- Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist
- Lane Tracing Assist
- Road Sign Assist
- Automatic High Beams
- Proactive Driving
Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of the 2026 Toyota Camry
The Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of the 2026 Toyota Camry is expected to start at $30,000. Higher trims with more premium packages will cost more.
Price of the 2026 Toyota Camry in Nigeria
The price of the 2026 Toyota Camry in Nigeria starts at 70,000,000 Naira and goes up to 90,000,000 Naira.
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Quick facts about the 2026 Toyota Camry
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Camry |
| Model year | 2026 |
| Grades | Nightshade Edition, LE, SE, XLE, and XSE |
| Drivetrain | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) or All-Wheel Drive (AWD) |
| Release date | Fall 2025 |
| Engine | 2.5-liter, 4-cylinder |
| Power output | 225 hp on FWD grades and 232 HP on AWD grades |
| Transmission | Electronically controlled Continuous Variable Transmission (eCVT) |
| Drivemodes | NORMAL, ECO, and SPORT |
| Wheels | 16-inch, 18-inch, and 19-inch alloy |
| Exterior color | Ocean Gem, Heavy Metal, Ice Cap, Wind Chill Pearl, Celestial Silver Metallic, Underground, Midnight Black Metallic, Supersonic Red, Reservoir Blue, and newly added Dark Cosmos |
| Digital cluster | 7-inch on LE, SE, and Nightshade Edition, and 12.3-inch on XLE and XSE |
| MSRP | $30,000 Est. |
| Price in Nigeria | 70,000,000 – 90,000,000 Naira |
