There’s a lot to like about both the Camry and Corolla, to the point where choosing between them is going to be a lot easier said than done. It’s not just that they’re both Toyotas, they’re also top-rated economy cars and two of the best-selling vehicles in the U.S.!

It goes without saying, this will be a hard-fought contest. So, here to help you make the best decision between the Toyota Camry versus the Toyota Corolla is

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Pricing

A major selling point for both the Camry and Corolla is affordability, but the midsize Camry tends to be more expensive than the smaller Corolla. Take a look at the table below for specific pricing info for all 2022 Camry and Corolla models.

Model	MSRP	Model	MSRP
2022 Toyota Corolla L	$21,450	2022 Toyota Camry LE	$26,870
2022 Toyota Corolla LE	$21,900	2022 Toyota Camry SE	$28,410
2022 Toyota Corolla SE	$23,900	2022 Toyota Camry XLE	$31,620
2022 Toyota Corolla XLE	$25,850	2022 Toyota Camry XSE	$32,170
2022 Toyota Corolla XSE	$27,350	2022 Toyota Camry TRD	$33,935

As you can see, most Camry models are around $5,000 to $7,000 more expensive than their Corolla counterparts. If sticker price is a major dealbreaker for you, then the Corolla comes out on top. To get the complete picture, though, you’ll have to look at the total cost of ownership.

If we look at the estimated ownership costs over five years for the most popular model of each car (SE for Camry and LE for Corolla), we’ll get a better idea of how much money you can expect to spend on each of these sedans.

Based on estimates from Edmunds, the Corolla’s ownership costs add up to $29,233 over five years, as opposed to $34,752 for the Camry.

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Performance

It’s a close one, but the Camry slightly edges out the Corolla in the performance category thanks to its responsive handling, above-average braking power, and available V6 engine.

The standard engines are a major difference between the 2022 Camry and Corolla models, with the former packing a 2.5-liter four-cylinder with 203 horsepower and the latter equipped with a 1.8-liter four-cylinder with 139 horsepower.

There are optional engine upgrades for both of them, but the Corolla’s boosted 2.0-liter four-cylinder still can’t compete with the Camry’s base engine, let alone the powerful V6 that is available as an add-on.

The transmission is different between these two cars, as well. The Corolla is powered by a continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT), while the Camry employs an eight-speed automatic transmission. Both cars also have the option of being equipped with a manual transmission on certain trim levels.

How does all of this shake out on the road, though? Well, neither the Camry nor the Corolla can claim to be a speed demon. Both cars take over 8 seconds to hit 60 mph. But the Camry’s more powerful engine tends to make all the difference.

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Fuel efficiency

This one’s a tie because both the Corolla and Camry offer a hybrid model that gets 52 mpg combined city and highway driving. These aren’t fully electric vehicles like a Tesla, so you’ll still have to pay for gas, but their fuel efficiency is nothing to shake a stick at.

Aside from hybrid models, though, the Corolla tends to be slightly more fuel-efficient than the Camry. Take a look at the table below to compare the EPA-rated fuel economies for the base models and different powertrain options.

Model	Engine	Fuel economy (city/highway/combined)
2022 Toyota Corolla	1.8L four-cylinder	30/38/33 mpg
	2.0L four-cylinder	31/40/34 mpg
2022 Toyota Camry	2.5L four-cylinder	28/39/32 mpg
	2.5L four-cylinder w/ AWD	25/34/29 mpg
	3.5L V6	22/33/26 mpg

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It’s competitive, but you can see that the Corolla has a clear edge when it comes to fuel efficiency. Remember, too, that your fuel economy will go down by 2 to 3 mpg if you opt for a manual transmission.

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Technology

Once again, both the Camry and the Corolla share a lot of DNA when it comes to the onboard tech, but the Camry’s technology slightly outclasses the Corolla’s.

Both are standard-equipped with a 7-inch touchscreen, but the Camry has the option of upgrading to a 9-inch screen while the Corolla can only go up to 8 inches. The Toyota Safety Sense suite of driver’s aids is included in both the Camry and the Corolla, but the Camry comes with the more robust Safety Sense 2.5+, which adds automatic high-beam headlights and road sign recognition.

As you go up through the trim levels, the Corolla fails to impress with its nominal upgrades, like a sunroof or slightly larger wheels. But the Camry has a lot to offer in the upper trim levels, including:

Sport-tuned suspension

Full-speed adaptive cruise control (can even bring a moving car to a stop!)

Wireless charging pad

Leather upholstery

Aerodynamic body trim

Reliability

As a whole,

Toyotas are typically inexpensive to maintain

and have a reputation for being very reliable. Yet the 2022 Corolla ever so slightly beats the 2022 Camry when it comes to dependability.

For the 2022 model year, the Corolla was awarded an 85/100 reliability rating from J.D. Power, compared to 82/100 for the Camry. However, they did rank the Camry as the No. 1 most reliable midsize car.

Conversely, RepairPal awarded the Corolla an impressive 4.5/5 for reliability and listed it as the No. 1 most reliable compact car (out of 36). The Camry’s scores are still pretty good at 4/5 (and No. 3 out of 10) but still fall behind the Corolla.

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Interior

The interior for both the Camry and the Corolla is designed for functionality as opposed to luxury, with a user-friendly button and dial layout and a cabin that’s easy to get in and out of. To that end, we’ll have to take a closer look at the interior dimensions too pick a winner in this category.

Measurement	Toyota Corolla Sedan	Toyota Corolla Hatchback	Toyota Camry Sedan
Cargo volume	13.1 cubic feet	17.8 cubic feet	15.1 cubic feet
Headroom (front seats)	38.3 inches	38.4 inches	38.3 inches
Legroom (front seats)	42 inches	42 inches	42.1 inches
Hip room (front seats)	53.9 inches	53.9 inches	55.4 inches
Shoulder room (front seats)	54 inches	53.9 inches	57.7 inches
Headroom (rear seats)	37.1 inches	37.6 inches	38 inches
Legroom (rear seats)	34.8 inches	29.9 inches	38 inches
Hip room (rear seats)	51.3 inches	45.5 inches	54.7 inches
Shoulder room (rear seats)	51.7 inches	54.5 inches	55.7 inches

As you can see, the Camry has more room to stretch out and get comfortable, although the hatchback Corolla does offer the most cargo space. This was more or less to be expected, considering the Camry is a midsize and the Corolla is a compact, but you’ve got to hand it to the Corolla for coming so close while being in an entirely different category.

Note that road noise is fairly loud for both of these cars, and you might have to crank up the radio to compensate.

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The final word

This was a tough one, but the engine options, spaciousness, and onboard tech make the Camry the superior car. But because the race was so closely contested, you can’t go wrong with either of these fine automobiles.

In fact, you could even make the argument that the Corolla could be the better choice since it comes so close to matching the Camry’s performance while costing thousands of dollars less. Heck, it’s even got better reliability scores and fuel economy!

If you don’t mind spending the extra cash and want a car that’s more powerful, more comfortable, and has better tech, choose the Camry.

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FAQs

Is a Toyota Camry bigger than a Corolla?

Yes, the Camry is a midsize car while the Corolla is classified as compact. Furthermore, the Camry has a wheelbase of 111.3 inches, while the Corolla’s wheelbase is 106.3 inches.

Which is better on gas: the Corolla or Camry?

In their base configurations, the Corolla gets 33 mpg compared to the Camry’s 32 mpg, but both cars are available with a hybrid powertrain that achieves 52 mpg.

Is the Toyota Camry more expensive than the Corolla?

Yes, most Camry models are around $5,000–$7,000 more expensive than their Corolla counterparts, although they have similar five-year ownership costs.

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