The Camry is now fully hybrid and starts at $29,300. It gets up to 51 combined MPG. It seats five adults comfortably. And it comes with AWD. The Civic doesn't offer AWD at all. See which sedan fits Tallahassee's roads better.
Both vehicles earn wins. This table shows where each one leads. The Camry holds the advantage in the specs Tallahassee drivers use every day.
| Feature | 2026 Toyota Camry | 2026 Honda Civic Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Starting MSRP |
$29,300
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$24,695 (gas only) |
| Powertrain |
All-Hybrid 2.5L (standard)
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Gas 2.0L standard; hybrid extra |
| Horsepower | 225 hp (FWD) / 232 hp (AWD) | 150 hp (gas) / 200 hp (hybrid) |
| Fuel Economy (Combined) |
Up to 51 MPG
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Up to 49 MPG (hybrid trim) |
| Trunk Cargo Space |
15.1 cu ft
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14.8 cu ft |
| Standard Screen Size |
8-in. touchscreen (standard)
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7-in. touchscreen (standard) |
| Wireless Charging | Available | Available on higher trims |
| Standard Safety Suite | Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 (all trims) | Honda Sensing (all trims) |
| AWD Availability |
Available on all trims
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Not available |
| Towing Capacity | Not rated for towing | Not rated for towing |
| Warranty |
3yr/36k + 2yr free maintenance
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3yr/36k (no free maintenance) |
Click each tab to explore the Camry's biggest edges over the Civic.
Toyota builds every 2026 Camry as a hybrid from the start. You pay $29,300 and you get hybrid efficiency right away. The Civic's base model runs on gas only. You pay $29,395 to get the Civic Hybrid Sport trim.
On Tennessee Street and Apalachee Parkway, Tallahassee's busiest corridors, the Camry's hybrid system recovers energy during braking. That means stop-and-go traffic actually helps your fuel economy.
The Honda Civic offers front-wheel drive only. The Camry offers Electronic On-Demand AWD across every trim. Florida summer rain can turn any road slippery in minutes. Mahan Drive and Capital Circle get wet fast during afternoon storms.
AWD doesn't just help in rain. It helps with the Camry's sharp cornering and confident acceleration. The AWD version also adds one electric motor at the rear axle, pushing output from 225 hp to 232 hp.
The Camry starts at 225 hp with a 2.5-liter hybrid engine. The base Civic runs a 2.0-liter gas engine making 150 hp. That's a 75 hp gap from the moment you compare entry-level models.
The XSE AWD hits 0-60 mph in 6.8 seconds. That kind of response makes I-10 and US-90 merges feel safe and easy. The Civic needs its Sport Hybrid trim to approach comparable performance, and that trim costs more than a base Camry.
Every new Camry comes with ToyotaCare. That includes 2 years or 25,000 miles of scheduled maintenance at no charge. It also includes 24-hour roadside assistance for the same period. The Civic does not offer free scheduled maintenance with purchase.
Peter Boulware Toyota at 3800 W Tennessee St handles all ToyotaCare service. Scheduling online takes under two minutes. You keep your service records at the same Toyota dealer where you bought the car.
The 2026 Toyota Camry and the 2026 Honda Civic are the two best-selling sedans in America. Both offer modern safety technology and solid build quality. Both get strong fuel economy in hybrid form. They share a similar mission: carry a family through daily drives without spending much at the pump.
Tallahassee drivers face specific conditions. Summer thunderstorms roll in fast off the Gulf. Tennessee Street and Thomasville Road carry heavy weekday traffic. Day trips to St. George Island or Wakulla Springs mean open-road highway cruising. The Camry's larger engine, available AWD, standard hybrid powertrain, and free ToyotaCare maintenance give it a measurable edge for everything Tallahassee throws at a car. This page shows exactly where each vehicle wins so you can make your own call.
Red badge marks the winner in each row. Both vehicles earn wins where they genuinely lead.
| Specification | 2026 Toyota Camry | 2026 Honda Civic Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Starting MSRP | $29,300 | $24,695 (gas) / $29,395 (hybrid) |
| Vehicle Class | Midsize Sedan | Compact Sedan |
| Engine | 2.5L 4-Cyl Hybrid (standard) | 2.0L gas or 1.5L Turbo Hybrid (extra) |
| Horsepower | 225 hp (FWD) / 232 hp (AWD) | 150 hp (gas) / 200 hp (hybrid) |
| Drivetrain | FWD or AWD (all trims) | FWD only |
| Fuel Economy (Combined) | Up to 51 MPG | Up to 49 MPG (hybrid) / 36 MPG (gas) |
| Fuel Economy (City) | Up to 52 MPG | Up to 50 MPG (hybrid) / 32 MPG (gas) |
| Fuel Economy (Highway) | Up to 49 MPG | Up to 47 MPG (hybrid) / 41 MPG (gas) |
| Trunk Cargo Space | 15.1 cu ft | 14.8 cu ft |
| Rear Seat Folding | Yes (60/40) | Yes (60/40) -- flat fold |
| Standard Screen | 8-in. touchscreen | 7-in. touchscreen |
| Apple CarPlay / Android Auto | Standard (wireless available) | Standard |
| Safety Suite | Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 (all trims) | Honda Sensing (all trims) |
| Blind Spot Monitor | Standard (all trims) | Standard on Sport and above |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Standard (all trims) | Standard (all trims) |
| Basic Warranty | 3 yr / 36,000 mi | 3 yr / 36,000 mi |
| Powertrain Warranty | 5 yr / 60,000 mi | 5 yr / 60,000 mi |
| Free Scheduled Maintenance | Yes -- ToyotaCare 2 yr / 25k mi | Not included |
| Ground Clearance | 5.4 in. | 5.5 in. |
| Towing Capacity | Not rated | Not rated |
Every 2026 Camry runs a 2.5-liter four-cylinder paired with two electric motors. Toyota does not charge a premium for this setup. It comes standard on every trim from LE to XSE. The Civic asks you to pay $29,395 for its hybrid Sport trim before you see 49 MPG numbers.
On long runs down US-19 toward Gulf beaches or along I-10 toward Pensacola, the Camry holds steady at 49 highway MPG. In city traffic near FSU or downtown Tallahassee, the hybrid system kicks in harder, helping push combined economy past 51 MPG in LE FWD form.
Hybrid battery packs usually shrink trunk space. Toyota placed the Camry's hybrid battery under the rear seat instead of in the cargo floor. The result is 15.1 cubic feet of clean, flat trunk space. That beats the Civic's 14.8 cubic feet.
Two large roller bags fit with room to spare. A day trip to Wakulla Springs or a camping run to Apalachicola National Forest means plenty of gear goes with you. The rear seats also fold in a 60/40 split for longer items like camping poles or FSU tailgate equipment.
The Camry starts with an 8-inch Toyota Audio Multimedia touchscreen. The base Civic comes with a 7-inch display. That inch matters more than it sounds. The Camry's screen handles navigation, CarPlay, and vehicle settings without feeling cramped.
Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 is standard on every single Camry trim. It includes pre-collision alert with pedestrian and cyclist detection, lane centering, adaptive cruise with stop-and-go capability, and automatic high beams. Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert and Safe Exit Alert are also standard across the lineup.
The Camry is a midsize sedan. The Civic is a compact. That class difference shows up in the back seat. Tallahassee families shuttling kids from Rickards High School or driving parents to Tallahassee Memorial Hospital will notice the difference in legroom immediately.
The Camry's rear seat gives adults genuine legroom. The Civic's rear seat is tighter. Both vehicles seat five passengers, but the Camry does it without asking rear passengers to fold themselves in. Rear AC vents, heated rear seats on upper trims, and soft-touch materials make longer drives more comfortable for everyone.
Exterior and interior views of the 2026 Camry lineup.
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| Dealership | Peter Boulware Toyota |
| Address | 3800 W Tennessee St, Tallahassee, FL 32304 |
| Phone | (850) 583-9715 |
| Website | peterboulwaretoyota.com |
| Cities Served | Tallahassee, Crawfordville, Quincy, Thomasville GA, Monticello, Perry |
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