Toyota Camry Trade in Value: Here's What You Should Get and Why
If you want excitement, you buy a sports car. If you want a check that clears every single time, you buy a Toyota Camry. In the 2026 used car landscape, the Camry has reached a status usually reserved for luxury watches or real estate: it is a blue-chip asset.
As Toyota transitions to an all-hybrid lineup for the newest models, the value of older gas-powered Camrys has surprisingly stabilized rather than dropped, as many buyers still seek the simplicity of the legendary 2.5L four-cylinder engine.
The Performance Outlier: 8th Generation (2018–2024)
This is the generation that boring died. With the introduction of the TRD trim and the continuation of the V6, this Camry has a dual personality.
- V6 Premium: In 2026, the 3.5L V6 is becoming a relic. Because Toyota is phasing out large-displacement engines, a "Better than Average" XSE V6 is fetching a massive trade-in premium—often $4,000 more than the four-cylinder equivalent.
- Hybrid Dominance: If you have a Camry Hybrid from this era, you are in the strongest possible position. Dealers are using these to combat high fuel prices on their used lots, often offering "top-of-book" prices to get them.
The Reliability Peak: 7th Generation (2012–2017)
Mechanics often point to the 2014–2017 years as the high-water mark for Camry durability.
- The "Ride-Share" Effect: These cars are the top choice for Uber and Lyft drivers. Consequently, "Average" shape for these years often means 150,000+ miles. If you have a "Better than Average" example (under 100k miles), you have a rare commodity that a dealer can retail for a high margin.
- SE vs. LE: The SE (Sport Edition) remains significantly more popular than the base LE. The sportier wheels and bolstered seats can add roughly $800–$1,200 to your trade-in value simply because they look "newer" to a casual buyer.
2026 Market Tip: The "AWD" Advantage
Beginning in 2020, Toyota reintroduced All-Wheel Drive to the Camry. In northern climates, an AWD Camry is currently trading for a $1,500 premium over the front-wheel-drive version. If you are in the Snow Belt, ensure your appraiser notes the AWD badge—it's a massive selling point in 2026.
For the trade in value for other vehicles, see our comprehensive list here.
The Toyota Camry is the heavyweight champion of the midsize sedan world. In the 2026 trade-in market, its value is defined by its transition from a traditional gas sedan to a hybrid-dominant lineup. While SUVs have taken over the suburbs, the Camry remains the "gold standard" for commuters, ride-share drivers, and families looking for a low-risk financial asset.
Here is the 15-year trade-in value breakdown for the Toyota Camry.
8th Generation (2018–2024)
The most aggressive Camry design yet. These models are highly prized for their standard safety tech and the rare 301-hp V6 option.
Year | Trim | Worse (Fair) | Average (Good) | Better (Excellent) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2024 | LE / SE | $18,900 | $21,400 | $23,600 |
XLE / XSE | $22,800 | $26,200 | $28,100 | |
TRD / V6 Models | $26,100 | $30,100 | $31,800 | |
Hybrid (All) | +$1,800 | +$2,400 | +$3,200 | |
2023 | LE / SE | $17,200 | $19,600 | $21,800 |
XLE / XSE | $21,100 | $24,500 | $26,400 | |
TRD / V6 Models | $24,500 | $28,300 | $29,900 | |
2022 | LE / SE | $15,400 | $17,900 | $19,800 |
XLE / XSE | $19,300 | $22,100 | $24,200 | |
2021 | LE / SE | $13,800 | $16,100 | $17,900 |
XLE / XSE | $17,200 | $19,800 | $21,900 | |
2020 | LE / SE | $12,100 | $14,400 | $16,200 |
XLE / XSE | $15,500 | $18,100 | $19,900 | |
2019 | LE / SE | $10,500 | $12,800 | $14,500 |
XLE / XSE | $13,800 | $16,200 | $17,900 | |
2018 | LE / SE | $9,100 | $11,300 | $13,000 |
XLE / XSE | $12,200 | $14,500 | $16,100 |
7th Generation & Facelift (2012–2017)
Often considered the most reliable generation by mechanics. Values are exceptionally stable.
Year | Trim | Worse (Fair) | Average (Good) | Better (Excellent) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2017 | LE / SE | $7,400 | $9,600 | $11,500 |
XLE / XSE | $9,200 | $11,800 | $13,600 | |
2016 | LE / SE | $6,200 | $8,400 | $10,100 |
XLE / XSE | $8,100 | $10,500 | $12,200 | |
2015 | LE / SE | $5,100 | $7,100 | $8,800 |
XLE / XSE | $7,000 | $9,200 | $10,900 | |
2014 | L / LE / SE | $4,100 | $6,000 | $7,600 |
XLE | $5,900 | $7,900 | $9,600 | |
2013 | L / LE / SE | $3,200 | $4,900 | $6,400 |
2012 | L / LE / SE | $2,400 | $4,100 | $5,500 |
6th Generation (2010–2011)
The end of the rounded Camry era. These are strictly valued on mileage and mechanical health.
Year | Trim | Worse (Fair) | Average (Good) | Better (Excellent) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2011 | Base / LE / SE | $1,600 | $3,100 | $4,400 |
XLE | $2,200 | $3,900 | $5,300 | |
2010 | Base / LE / SE | $1,100 | $2,500 | $3,800 |
XLE | $1,700 | $3,200 | $4,600 |
AutoGuide’s Advice:
When trading in a Camry, don't settle for the first offer. Because this is the most liquid vehicle on the market, almost every dealer wants it. Get three quotes (including an online instant offer) and use the highest one to force your local dealer to match. In the world of Camry trade-ins, the seller has all the power.
With AutoGuide from its launch, Colum previously acted as Editor-in-Chief of Modified Luxury & Exotics magazine where he became a certifiable car snob driving supercars like the Koenigsegg CCX and racing down the autobahn in anything over 500 hp. He has won numerous automotive journalism awards including the Best Video Journalism Award in 2014 and 2015 from the Automotive Journalists Association of Canada (AJAC). Colum founded Geared Content Studios, VerticalScope's in-house branded content division and works to find ways to integrate brands organically into content.
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