It’s hard to believe the Toyota Camry has been around for nearly four decades years. This sedan has survived various ups and downs in the auto industry. And it continues to enjoy strong sales even when many manufacturers have replaced cars with crossovers.

One reason the Camry has endured is that Toyota has listened to consumers. It constantly tweaks the design so that its midsize sedan meets expectations. And the 2021 model’s appearance on a Consumer Reports list of quiet cars shows Toyota’s commitment to improving this beloved car.

The 2021 Toyota Camry at a glance

Appearance-wise, the 2021 Toyota Camry doesn’t look much different from the 2020 version. The most noticeable variations are on the sporty SE and XSE trims. Toyota restyled the lower bumpers and made minor cosmetic changes to the side vents and some accents. However, the Camry received an extensive redesign for the 2018 model year, Consumer Reports shows. So the 2021 model sees only small tweaks to reflect current trends. 

Drivers have a few powertrain choices. The standard is a four-cylinder engine paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission. Car and Driver didn’t love the V4’s acceleration. Other options include a 301-hp V6 in the XLE, XSE, and TRD trims. There’s also a hybrid powertrain with a 2.5-liter inline-four making 206 hp.

Plus, the 2021 Toyota Camry offers plenty of driver-preferred technology. It includes a touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and Amazon Alexa integration. Another notable feature is the Toyota Safety Sense 2.5 Plus suite of advanced driver assists. They include pedestrian detection, automatic braking, lane-departure warning with lane-keeping assistance, lane-centering assistance, automatic high-beams, and road sign assistance. Also, expect first-row LCD monitors and a 12-volt DC power outlet.

How the Toyota Camry made it onto this list of quiet cars

Many drivers crave a serene driving experience, especially on long trips when road noise can grate on one’s nerves. So, Consumers Reports compiled a list of the 10 quietest midsize and large sedans. The 2021 Toyota Camry appears on the list.

Several factors helped the Camry achieve this honor. But foremost is that engineers designed the cabin to mute road and wind noise. 

“Inside, the cabin is very quiet, with muted wind and road noise, and the hybrid version is even quieter,” Consumers Reports says. 

Purchasing a 2021 Camry

You likely won’t be disappointed if you purchase a 2021 Toyota Camry. In addition to lauding its quietude, Consumer Reports also awards the Camry an overall score of 88 out of 100, making it (along with big sibling Avalon) the highest-rated model on CR’s list. of quiet sedans. And the Camry scores 4 out of 5 in predicted owner satisfaction and reliability. CR’s testers also like how it performs.

“The Camry feels spry when driving, with a prompt turn-in response and nicely controlled body lean. This new generation incrementally moves the needle toward being more agile, not that the previous one was found wanting in the handling department.”

Consumer Reports

Overall, the 2021 Toyota Camry is a refined-looking, smooth-riding sedan at an affordable price. It starts at $24,830 to $35,545.