Most Toyota Camrys on sale today pair gasoline engines with an eight-speed automatic transmission, while Camrys with hybrid powertrains use Toyota's e-CVT. Over the generations, Camry transmissions have evolved from older 4-, 5- and 6-speed automatics to these two main setups.
In detail, the two powertrain paths in the Camry lineup today determine the transmission architecture: gas models use a traditional automatic, hybrids use a continuously variable transmission (CVT) adapted for fuel efficiency.
Current transmission configurations
To simplify, the two main setups you’ll find in the latest Camry lineup are described below.
Gasoline Camry models
The gasoline-only Camry models rely on a traditional automatic with eight gears to balance performance and efficiency.
- 2.5L four-cylinder gasoline engine (and variants) paired with an 8-speed automatic
- 2.4L turbocharged four-cylinder model paired with an 8-speed automatic
- 3.5L V6 model (where available) paired with an 8-speed automatic
In practice, today’s gas Camrys use an eight-speed automatic across most trims and market regions.
Hybrid Camry models
Camry hybrids use Toyota’s e-CVT hybrid system, which blends electric motor and gasoline power with no fixed gearing for seamless operation.
- Hybrid Camrys use an electronic continuously variable transmission (e-CVT)
The e-CVT prioritizes smooth, efficient power delivery, especially in city driving and during stop-and-go conditions.
Historical context and model-year variations
Looking back across generations, transmissions have shifted from earlier four- and five-speed automatics to six speeds, and now to eight speeds on gasoline models alongside the e-CVT on hybrids. Specifics vary by model year and market, but the two-brand division remains: gasoline Camrys with an 8-speed automatic, hybrids with an e-CVT.
- Early Camry generations commonly used 4- or 5-speed automatics
- Mid- to late-generation Camrys often used 6-speed automatics
- Recent model years (roughly from 2018 onward) predominantly use 8-speed automatics on gasoline variants
- All Camry Hybrid models use the e-CVT
When shopping, verify the exact transmission type in the specific model year and trim, as regional variations can occur.
Summary
Today’s Toyota Camry line splits into two transmission paths: gasoline models with an eight-speed automatic, and hybrids with an e-CVT. Historically, the lineup has seen a progression from older 4- to 6-speed automatics to the present configurations.