After a major redesign in 2025, the 2026 Toyota Camry sees minor updates—headlined by a new Nightshade edition that gives the sedan a darker, more aggressive appearance.
Toyota continues its trend of offering blacked-out Nightshade trims across its lineup, and the Camry is the latest to join in with this special edition.
What's New in the Camry Nightshade
The 2026 Camry Nightshade brings visual upgrades based on the SE trim, featuring:
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Gloss black 19-inch five-spoke wheels
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Black exterior accents on the grille, diffuser, rear spoiler, antenna, mirrors, door handles, and more
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Black Toyota badges
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Available in three paint options:
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Ice Cap (white)
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Supersonic Red
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Midnight Black Metallic
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These changes give the Camry a sleek, stealthy style, ideal for drivers who want a bold yet refined hybrid sedan.
2026 Toyota Camry Nightshade Powertrain and Performance
Just like the standard 2026 Camry, the Nightshade runs on Toyota’s 2.5-liter hybrid powertrain, offering:
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Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) with 225 hp
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All-Wheel Drive (AWD) with 232 hp (via a third electric motor)
Fuel Efficiency Estimates:
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FWD: 53 mpg city / 50 mpg highway
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AWD: 43 mpg highway (tested)
2026 Toyota Camry Nightshade Pricing and Availability
While official pricing is yet to be announced, the Nightshade is expected to:
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Cost around $1000 more than the SE trim
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Be positioned between SE and XLE
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Reach dealerships by summer 2025
Expect the base price to remain close to the $29,835 starting price of the 2025 Camry.
Additional Update for 2026 Toyota Camry
Aside from the Nightshade edition, Toyota also introduced a new color option across the SE, XLE, and XSE trims:
🎨 Dark Cosmos – a subtle and elegant shade of blue.
2026 Toyota Camry Nightshade Specs
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Conclusion
The 2026 Toyota Camry Nightshade edition adds a bold, sporty touch to an already efficient and reliable sedan. With its eye-catching blacked-out trim, impressive fuel economy, and proven hybrid powertrain, it’s a smart pick for drivers who want both performance and personality. As Toyota continues to refine its best-selling sedan, the Nightshade offers a fresh look without changing the formula that makes the Camry a standout in its class.
