2021 Toyota Camry LE vs. XLE
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2021 Toyota Camry LE and 2021 Toyota Camry XLE contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2021 Toyota Camry LE and the 2021 Toyota Camry XLE.
When we compare the 2021 Toyota Camry LE's and the 2021 Toyota Camry XLE's specifications and ratings, the 2021 Toyota Camry LE has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency. The 2021 Toyota Camry LE and 2021 Toyota Camry XLE have the same interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2021 Toyota Camry LE's and the 2021 Toyota Camry XLE's specifications and ratings, the 2021 Toyota Camry LE is a better car than the 2021 Toyota Camry XLE.
Pricing: A used 2021 Toyota Camry LE ranges from $15,995 to $26,448 while a used 2021 Toyota Camry XLE is priced between $19,812 to $30,969.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate, the 2021 Toyota Camry LE and the 2021 Toyota Camry XLE both lose 35.5 percent of their value.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Toyota Camry is 8.6 out of 10. Toyota Camry is ranked 3 out of 11 Best Midsize Cars based on its reliability, retained value, and safety ratings.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars' Reliability Rating for the Toyota Camry is 8.0 out of 10.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the base engine of both the 2021 Toyota Camry LE and the 2021 Toyota Camry XLE makes 203 horsepower. The LE is rated to deliver an average of 32 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 616 miles. The XLE is rated to deliver an average of 31 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 600 miles. This gives the 2021 Toyota Camry LE the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2021 Toyota Camry XLE. Both models use regular unleaded.
Safety Ratings: The Toyota Camry has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
25045
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize Cars)
25984
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize Cars)
22270 - 36995
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
29945
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize Cars)
25984
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize Cars)
22270 - 36995
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
21123
Price Range:
15995 - 26448
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize Cars)
21702
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize Cars)
17222 - 28093
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
186
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
78782
# Good or Great Deals:
61
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
25687
Price Range:
19812 - 30969
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize Cars)
21702
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize Cars)
17222 - 28093
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
53
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
62025
# Good or Great Deals:
23
Toyota Camry Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.6 / 10
Reliability:
8.0 / 10
Retained Value:
8.8 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Toyota Camry Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.6 / 10
Reliability:
8.0 / 10
Retained Value:
8.8 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2021 Toyota Camry LE
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
9.3
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Midsize Cars)
7.3
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize Cars)
3.8 - 9.6
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.319
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2021 Toyota Camry XLE
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
9.3
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Midsize Cars)
7.3
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize Cars)
3.8 - 9.6
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.319
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.299166711074416
Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize Cars)
3.9
Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize Cars)
1.6 - 10.0
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.299166711074416
Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize Cars)
3.9
Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize Cars)
1.6 - 10.0
Toyota Camry Rankings
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8 out of / 11Toyota Camry Rankings
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8 out of / 11Ranking
8 out of / 11Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Other Toyota Camry Trim Levels
SE, SE Nightshade, TRD, XLE, XLE V6, XSE, XSE V6
Other Toyota Camry Trim Levels
LE, SE, SE Nightshade, TRD, XLE V6, XSE, XSE V6
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
2 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
2 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
203 hp @ 6600 rpm
Torque:
184 foot-lbs @ 5000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.061 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
203 hp @ 6600 rpm
Torque:
184 foot-lbs @ 5000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.060 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
28 / 39 / 32
Range (city/hwy):
442 / 616 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
27 / 38 / 31
Range (city/hwy):
427 / 600 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
38 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.7 inches
Cargo Space:
15.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
100.4 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
38 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.7 inches
Cargo Space:
15.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
100.4 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3310 lbs
Width:
72.4 inches
Height:
56.9 inches
Length:
192.1 inches
Wheelbase:
111.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3380 lbs
Width:
72.4 inches
Height:
56.9 inches
Length:
192.1 inches
Wheelbase:
111.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P215/55R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/45R18
Exterior Colors
Black
Midnight Black Metallic
Blue
Blueprint
Gray
Predawn Gray Mica
Green
Galactic Aqua Mica
Red
Ruby Flare Pearl
Silver
Celestial Silver Metallic
White
Super White
Exterior Colors
Black
Not available
Blue
Not available
Gray
Not available
Green
Not available
Red
Not available
Silver
Not available
White
Not available
Interior Colors
Beige
Macadamia
Black
Black
Gray
Ash
Interior Colors
Beige
Not available
Black
Not available
Gray
Not available
