2026 Toyota Camry Trims and Configurations: LE, SE, Nightshade, XLE and XSE
The 2026 Toyota Camry is available in five trim levels: LE, SE, Nightshade Edition, XLE and XSE. Every one is a hybrid, pairing a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine with Toyota’s fifth-generation Hybrid System and an electronically controlled continuously variable transmission (eCVT). Every one can be ordered with front-wheel drive or Electronic On-Demand All-Wheel Drive.
What Trim Levels Are Available for the 2026 Toyota Camry?
The lineup splits into two personalities. LE and XLE lean toward comfort and efficiency, with horizontal-bar grilles and softer suspension tuning. SE, Nightshade Edition and XSE add sport-tuned suspension, sport-mesh grilles and bigger wheels. Here is what defines each grade.
LE
The efficiency leader and the foundation of the lineup. Standard equipment includes 16-inch alloy wheels, a black horizontal-bar front grille, an 8-inch Toyota Audio Multimedia touchscreen with six speakers, a 7-inch digital gauge cluster, dual-zone automatic climate control and a Qi wireless charging pad. Interior fabric comes in Boulder or Black.
SE
Built for drivers who want a sharper edge. The SE adds 18-inch black-finished alloy wheels, a sport-mesh front grille with functional air ducts and canards, and sport-tuned suspension. Inside, it brings SofTex-trimmed seats with bold white accents, aluminum sport pedals and a leather-wrapped steering wheel with paddle shifters. Interior colors are Boulder or Black.
Nightshade Edition
New for 2026 and built on the SE’s sport foundation. The Nightshade Edition wears unique 19-inch satin black-finished wheels and Midnight Black Metallic accents. Those accents cover the front grille, air curtains, side canards, door handles, mirror caps, shark-fin antenna, rear lower sport diffuser and rear spoiler. Gloss-black badging and black heated power mirrors complete the look, and the interior is Black SofTex with bold white accents.
XLE
The comfort-focused grade. The XLE steps up to 18-inch black and machine-finished alloy wheels, a dark metallic grey front grille and chrome-finished window trim, joining the chrome-finished Camry badge it shares with the LE. It is the first Camry to offer leather- and Dinamica microfiber-trimmed seats, available in Light Gray or Black. Heated front seats, 8-way power driver and passenger seats and acoustic laminated front side glass are standard. So are a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster and a 12.3-inch touchscreen.
XSE
The top of the lineup. The XSE pairs the XLE’s 12.3-inch displays and leather-trimmed interior with the SE’s sport-tuned suspension, aluminum pedals and paddle shifters. It adds 19-inch black and smoke gray-finished alloy wheels, a color-matched front grille, front side canards and rear diffuser, exposed dual-tip exhaust and multi-stage heated front seats. The leather carries a shooting-blade perforation pattern on the door trim and seating surfaces.
| Trim | Wheels | Seating Material | Standard Touchscreen | Defining Feature |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LE | 16-in. alloy | Woven fabric — Boulder or Black | 8-in. | Highest EPA-Estimated fuel economy in the lineup |
| SE | 18-in. black-finished alloy | SofTex with white accents — Boulder or Black | 8-in. | Sport-tuned suspension and sport-mesh front grille |
| Nightshade Edition | 19-in. satin black-finished alloy | SofTex with white accents — Black | 8-in. | Midnight Black Metallic exterior accents and gloss-black badging |
| XLE | 18-in. black and machine-finished alloy | Leather and Dinamica microfiber — Light Gray or Black | 12.3-in. | Chrome window trim and standard heated front seats |
| XSE | 19-in. black and smoke gray-finished alloy | Leather-trimmed — Black or Cockpit Red | 12.3-in. | Only grade with an available two-tone Midnight Black Metallic roof |
Grade equipment and design details are published by Toyota.
Is All-Wheel Drive Available on Every 2026 Camry Trim?
Yes. Electronic On-Demand All-Wheel Drive is available across all five grades, and it works differently from a conventional all-wheel-drive system.
Front-wheel-drive models produce 225 net-combined horsepower. All-wheel drive adds an electric motor generator on the rear axle instead of a mechanical driveshaft, which raises net-combined output to 232 horsepower. The 2.5-liter gasoline engine is rated at 163 lb-ft of torque, and that figure is the same whether you choose front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive.
The system shifts torque between front and rear based on driving conditions. When it detects a slippery surface or a loss of tire grip, it sends more torque rearward to help maintain traction.
| Specification | Front-Wheel Drive | Electronic On-Demand AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.5L four-cylinder hybrid (THS 5) | 2.5L four-cylinder hybrid (THS 5) |
| Net Combined Horsepower | 225 hp | 232 hp |
| Engine Torque (2.5L) | 163 lb-ft | 163 lb-ft |
| Transmission | eCVT | eCVT |
| Rear Axle | No rear drive unit | Electric motor generator |
| Availability | Standard on all five trims | Available on all five trims |
EPA-Estimated Fuel Economy by Trim
Because the rear motor replaces mechanical hardware, the efficiency cost of all-wheel drive is small on most trims. The LE gives up one EPA-Estimated combined mpg. The SE, Nightshade Edition and XLE hold their EPA-Estimated front-wheel-drive combined rating. The XSE is the one meaningful exception, dropping three EPA-Estimated combined mpg.
| Trim | EPA-Estimated FWD (City / Hwy / Combined) | EPA-Estimated AWD (City / Hwy / Combined) |
|---|---|---|
| LE | 52 / 49 / 51 | 50 / 49 / 50 |
| SE | 47 / 45 / 46 | 46 / 46 / 46 |
| Nightshade Edition | 47 / 45 / 46 | 46 / 46 / 46 |
| XLE | 47 / 45 / 46 | 46 / 46 / 46 |
| XSE | 47 / 45 / 46 | 43 / 43 / 43 |
Every rating above is published by the EPA at fueleconomy.gov. For real-world results, driving range and how the drive modes affect efficiency, see our full EPA-Estimated MPG breakdown by trim.
EPA-estimated fuel economy figures are for comparison purposes only. Your actual mileage will vary depending on driving conditions, how you drive and maintain your vehicle, battery age/condition, and other factors.
What Standard and Optional Features Distinguish Each 2026 Camry Trim?
Standard on Every Grade
Even the LE arrives well equipped. Every 2026 Camry includes:
- Dual-zone automatic climate control with rear vents
- Qi wireless charging pad
- Five USB ports — three in front, two in the rear
- Push-button start
- LED headlights and daytime running lights
- 8-inch Toyota Audio Multimedia touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
Standard Safety and Driver Assistance
Blind Spot Monitor, Rear Cross-Traffic Alert and Safe Exit Alert are standard on every grade. So is Toyota Safety Sense 3.0, which includes:
- 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 Assist
Option Packages by Grade
Equipment expands as you move up. The LE and SE can both be optioned with the Cold Weather and Convenience packages. The SE and Nightshade Edition can add the Multimedia Upgrade Package, which swaps the 8-inch display for the 12.3-inch unit that is standard on XLE and XSE. Those two top grades open up the Premium and Premium Plus packages, an available panoramic roof with a power-retractable sunshade, and available Digital Key capability.
| Package | Available On | Included Content |
|---|---|---|
| Cold Weather Package | LE, SE | Heated front seats |
| Convenience Package | LE, SE | 8-way power-adjustable driver’s seat |
| Multimedia Upgrade Package | SE, Nightshade Edition | Replaces the 8-in. touchscreen with the 12.3-in. Toyota Audio Multimedia touchscreen |
| Premium Package | XLE, XSE | 9-speaker JBL Premium Audio, 10-in. Head-Up Display, panoramic roof with power-retractable sunshade, Digital Key capability |
| Premium Plus Package | XLE, XSE | Traffic Jam Assist, Front Cross-Traffic Alert, Lane Change Assist, Panoramic View Monitor, front and rear parking assist with automatic braking, driver’s seat and sideview mirror memory, and automatic windshield wipers |
Package availability and safety system content are published by Toyota.
Driver-assistance and advanced safety systems are supplemental aids and are not substitutes for safe and attentive driving. Availability, operation, and effectiveness vary by trim and equipment and depend on factors including road, weather, traffic, and vehicle condition. Always keep your hands on the wheel and your eyes on the road. See your owner’s manual for system limitations and details.
What Exterior Colors, Interior Trims and Wheel Options Can You Choose?
Exterior Paint Colors
The 2026 Camry offers ten solid paint colors, plus four two-tone combinations reserved for the XSE. The solid palette is:
- Ocean Gem
- Heavy Metal
- Ice Cap
- Wind Chill Pearl
- Celestial Silver Metallic
- Underground
- Midnight Black Metallic
- Supersonic Red
- Reservoir Blue
- Dark Cosmos — a hazy blue, new for 2026 and offered on the SE, XLE and XSE grades
The Nightshade Edition is limited to three colors that suit its blacked-out treatment: Ice Cap, Supersonic Red and Midnight Black Metallic.
XSE Two-Tone Combinations
Only the XSE offers a contrasting roof. Four body colors pair with it:
| Body Color | Roof Color | Available On |
|---|---|---|
| Ocean Gem | Midnight Black Metallic | XSE |
| Wind Chill Pearl | Midnight Black Metallic | XSE |
| Heavy Metal | Midnight Black Metallic | XSE |
| Supersonic Red | Midnight Black Metallic | XSE |
Wheels and Interior Colors
Wheel design and upholstery track with grade, as shown in the trim table above. Four interior colors run across the lineup: Black, Boulder, Light Gray and Cockpit Red. The XSE is the only grade offered with Cockpit Red, and its leather carries a shooting-blade perforation pattern. For a closer look at cabin materials and layout, see our 2026 Camry interior guide.
See the 2026 Camry Trims in Person in Dallas
Some trim differences are easier to judge in the car than on a spec sheet. Worth experiencing firsthand: the step from the 8-inch touchscreen to the 12.3-inch unit, the lateral support of the SE’s sport seats, and how quickly the standard dual-zone climate control cools a cabin on a hot Texas afternoon.
One question worth answering before you visit: all-wheel drive does not cost you cargo room. The rear motor sits on the axle rather than intruding into the body, so every 2026 Camry keeps 15.1 cubic feet of trunk space regardless of drivetrain.
Legacy Toyota of Dallas is located at 39660 Lyndon B Johnson Fwy, Dallas, TX 75237. You can see which 2026 Camry trims are currently in stock before you come in.
Frequently Asked Questions About 2026 Toyota Camry Trims and Options
Is every 2026 Toyota Camry a hybrid?
Yes. The ninth-generation Camry is built exclusively as a gas-electric hybrid across all five trims. A 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine works with Toyota’s fifth-generation Hybrid System and an electronically controlled continuously variable transmission to produce 225 net-combined horsepower with front-wheel drive. All-wheel-drive models add an electric motor generator on the rear axle and produce 232 net-combined horsepower.
What makes the 2026 Camry XSE the top trim?
The XSE is the only grade that combines the lineup’s premium interior and display technology with sport-tuned suspension. It comes standard with 19-inch black and smoke gray-finished alloy wheels, a leather-trimmed interior with multi-stage heated front seats, a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster and a 12.3-inch touchscreen, a color-matched front grille and rear diffuser, and exposed dual-tip exhaust. It is also the only trim offered with a two-tone Midnight Black Metallic roof and the only one available with a Cockpit Red interior.
Which 2026 Camry trim gets the best EPA-Estimated fuel economy?
The LE with front-wheel drive leads the lineup at an EPA-Estimated 52 city, 49 highway and 51 combined mpg. The SE, Nightshade Edition, XLE and XSE with front-wheel drive each return an EPA-Estimated 47 city, 45 highway and 46 combined mpg. With all-wheel drive, the LE returns an EPA-Estimated 50 combined mpg; the SE, Nightshade Edition and XLE hold at an EPA-Estimated 46 combined mpg; and the XSE returns an EPA-Estimated 43 combined mpg.
Does the 2026 Camry need to be plugged in?
No. The Camry uses a self-charging hybrid system. Its lithium-ion traction battery recharges during normal driving through regenerative braking and engine operation, so there is no home charging equipment to install and no charging stops to plan.
What warranty coverage comes standard on a new 2026 Camry?
Toyota’s basic new-vehicle warranty covers 36 months or 36,000 miles. Powertrain coverage runs 60 months or 60,000 miles, and corrosion perforation coverage runs 60 months with no mileage limit. Hybrid-related components are covered for 8 years or 100,000 miles. The hybrid battery is covered for 10 years or 150,000 miles, whichever comes first, and is transferable across ownership. Every 2026 Camry also includes ToyotaCare, which covers normal factory-scheduled maintenance for two years or 25,000 miles and 24-hour roadside assistance for two years with unlimited mileage. Full coverage terms are published by Toyota.
This information is provided for general educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Warranty coverage depends on the specific terms of your vehicle’s warranty agreement. Consult your owner’s manual or a qualified legal professional for guidance on your individual situation.
Find Your 2026 Toyota Camry at Legacy Toyota of Dallas
Whether you lean toward the LE’s efficiency, the Nightshade Edition’s blacked-out styling or the XSE’s mix of sport and luxury, our sales team can walk you through the differences. Stop by the showroom to compare trims side by side and schedule a test drive, or reach out for current availability and factory order timing.
Disclaimers
EPA-estimated fuel economy figures are for comparison purposes only. Your actual mileage will vary depending on driving conditions, how you drive and maintain your vehicle, battery age/condition, and other factors.
Driver-assistance and advanced safety systems are supplemental aids and are not substitutes for safe and attentive driving. Availability, operation, and effectiveness vary by trim and equipment and depend on factors including road, weather, traffic, and vehicle condition. Always keep your hands on the wheel and your eyes on the road. See your owner’s manual for system limitations and details.
This information is provided for general educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Warranty coverage depends on the specific terms of your vehicle’s warranty agreement. Consult your owner’s manual or a qualified legal professional for guidance on your individual situation.