Which is cheaper to maintain, the Toyota Camry or the Toyota Camry?

Based on 5-year routine maintenance labor at a $150/hr indie shop rate, the Toyota Camry is cheaper to maintain — about $19,437 less over 60,000 miles. Parts cost is not included.

What's the labor difference between the 3.3L V6 and the 2.5L I4 Hybrid?

Across 32 common maintenance jobs, hours vary by drivetrain and engine layout. See the side-by-side table on this page for each job's labor hours and estimated cost.

Are there any active recalls on the Toyota Camry or Toyota Camry?

The Toyota Camry has 5 open NHTSA recalls. The Toyota Camry has 0 open recalls. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.

2006 Toyota Camry vs 2026 Toyota Camry — Labor Times, Costs & Recalls

Specifications

Year

2006

2026

Engine

3.3L V6

2.5L I4 Hybrid

Drivetrain

FWD

Transmission

automatic

Fuel

gas

hybrid

Powertrain

Engine output, acceleration, top speed, handling, braking — and Nürburgring if either car ran one.

Horsepower

—hp

Torque

—lb-ft

0–60 mph

—

Quarter Mile

—

Top Speed

—

Skidpad

—

60–0 Braking

—

70–0 Braking

—

MPG · City

—

MPG · Highway

—

MPG · Combined

—

Performance specs synthesized from manufacturer figures and instrumented magazine tests (Car and Driver, Motor Trend, Road & Track). MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Numbers flagged as "low confidence" by AI generation are conservative estimates from related platforms.

Cost of Ownership

5-Year Maintenance

$26,247

0.44 $/mi

★ WINNER

5-Year Maintenance

$6,810

0.11 $/mi

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ADVANTAGEToyota Camry — Saves you $19,437 over 5 years (74% less in routine maintenance labor)

Routine maintenance only. Cost = labor hours × $150/hr × estimated 5-yr frequency. Parts cost not included.

Maintenance Breakdown

Hours per common service. Lower is faster (and cheaper) at the shop.

2.4L 4-Cylinder Excessive Oil Consumption / Engine Failure

— hrs$3,575 / 5yr

— hrs

Oil & filter change

0.4 hrs$1,200 / 5yr

Tire rotation

0.4 hrs$480 / 5yr

0.5 hrs$600 / 5yr

Front brake pads

1.2 hrs$520 / 5yr

1.0 hrs$299 / 5yr

Rear brake pads

1.2 hrs$500 / 5yr

1.0 hrs$286 / 5yr

Differential fluid

1.0 hrs$380 / 5yr

Wiper blades

0.3 hrs$300 / 5yr

0.2 hrs$240 / 5yr

12V battery

0.4 hrs$260 / 5yr

0.5 hrs$275 / 5yr

Brake fluid flush

0.8 hrs$270 / 5yr

0.6 hrs$210 / 5yr

Timing belt service

5.0 hrs$460 / 5yr

— hrs

Intake manifold gasket

3.0 hrs$162 / 5yr

5.5 hrs$275 / 5yr

Cabin air filter

0.3 hrs$210 / 5yr

Fuel filter

0.5 hrs$210 / 5yr

Coolant flush

0.8 hrs$170 / 5yr

1.2 hrs$230 / 5yr

Spark plugs

0.8 hrs$200 / 5yr

Water pump

2.5 hrs$173 / 5yr

Oxygen sensor

1.5 hrs$173 / 5yr

Engine air filter

0.3 hrs$150 / 5yr

Oil pan gasket

3.5 hrs$144 / 5yr

Alternator

1.5 hrs$131 / 5yr

1.8 hrs$143 / 5yr

VVT-i Oil Line and Valve Cover Gasket Leaks (V6 models)

— hrs$263 / 5yr

— hrs

Serpentine belt

0.6 hrs$125 / 5yr

0.5 hrs$110 / 5yr

Valve cover gasket

1.5 hrs$114 / 5yr

Steering Intermediate Shaft Clunk

— hrs$228 / 5yr

— hrs

Starter motor

1.5 hrs$85 / 5yr

2.8 hrs$124 / 5yr

Evaporative Emissions Charcoal Canister Failure

— hrs$193 / 5yr

— hrs

Power steering flush

0.5 hrs$95 / 5yr

Front Lower Engine Mount (Torque Mount) Collapse

— hrs$179 / 5yr

— hrs

Thermostat

0.8 hrs$56 / 5yr

1.8 hrs$109 / 5yr

PCV valve

0.4 hrs$80 / 5yr

Ignition coil

0.8 hrs$80 / 5yr

Transmission Oil Cooler Line Failure

— hrs$131 / 5yr

— hrs

Active Recalls

Open NHTSA Recalls

5 open

★ WINNER

Open NHTSA Recalls

CLEAR

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ADVANTAGEToyota Camry — 5 fewer open recalls from the NHTSA

Fluid Capacities

Toyota Camry

brake · DOT 3 Brake Fluid

coolant13.00 qt · Toyota Super Long Life Coolant (Pink)

engine_oil6.00 qt · Toyota Genuine 5W-30

power_steering1.00 qt · Toyota ATF Dexron III

transmission_auto10.00 qt · Toyota WS ATF

washer3.50 qt · Windshield Washer Fluid

Toyota Camry

brake · FMVSS 116 DOT 4

coolant10.00 qt · Toyota SLLC

engine_oil5.00 qt · API SP / ILSAC GF-6A

power_steering · N/A

transmission_auto10.00 qt · JWS 3324

washer3.50 qt · All-season or winter-rated

The Verdict

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THE WINNER

2026 Toyota Camry

2.5L I4 Hybrid

Toyota Camry is cheaper to maintain (saves ~$19,437 over 5 years)
Toyota Camry has 5 fewer open NHTSA recalls

Based on objective maintenance and recall data. Driving feel, looks, brand loyalty, and ownership experience are separate (and very valid) considerations.

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