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2018 Toyota Camry Specs, MPG and Recalls
2018 Toyota Camry oil capacity, oil type, tire sizes and service specifications by engine, with EPA ratings and NHTSA recall records below.
At a glance
2018 Toyota Camry reference
Use the summary to orient yourself, then open the exact engine, drivetrain and source record below.
Engine oil capacity
4.8 qt with filter
Source
2.5L 4-cylinder manufacturer referencesAccessed 2026-09-05OE tire size
Not published
Oil capacity: with-filter; refill-after-drain; US qt; engine-specific. Transmission capacity: dry-or-total; unknown; US qt; transmission-specific. Coolant capacity: dry-or-total; unknown; US qt; engine-specific.
2018 Toyota Camry Oil Capacity and Oil Type
Oil specification
API SN/RC multigrade engine oil
Source
2.5L 4-cylinder manufacturer referencesAccessed 2026-09-05Oil filter
Not published
2018 Toyota Camry Tire Size and Pressure
OE tire sizes
Not published
Bolt pattern
Not published
2018 Toyota Camry Wheel Torque Specs
Lug nut size
Not published
Fluids
Transmission fluid
Toyota Genuine ATF WS
Source
2.5L 4-cylinder manufacturer referencesAccessed 2026-09-05Coolant type
Toyota Super Long Life Coolant (or equivalent non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite, non-borate coolant)
Source
2.5L 4-cylinder manufacturer referencesAccessed 2026-09-05Brake fluid
FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703 brake fluid
Source
2.5L 4-cylinder manufacturer referencesAccessed 2026-09-05Power steering fluid
Not published
Differential fluid
Not published
2018 Toyota Camry Spark Plugs and Battery
Battery group
Not published
2.5L 4-cylinder manufacturer references
2018 Toyota Camry Owner's Manual Accessed 2026-09-052018 Toyota Camry oil capacity by engine
These are the compiled configurations. An engine name alone may not identify the tire package or transmission. Read the configuration label and source before choosing parts.
| Configuration | Oil with filter | Oil type | Source | Calculator |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5L 4-cylinder | 4.8 US qt | SAE 0W-16 | 2018 Toyota Camry Owner's Manual Accessed 2026-09-05 | Use this capacity |
| 3.5L V6 | 5.7 US qt | SAE 0W-20 | 2018 Toyota Camry Owner's Manual Accessed 2026-09-05 | Use this capacity |
2018 Toyota Camry MPG by engine and drivetrain
EPA combined ratings run from 26 to 52 mpg across 7 configurations. Match the engine, transmission and drivetrain in the table before comparing fuel costs.
| Engine / transmission | City | Highway | Combined | Annual fuel | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5L 4-cylinderAutomatic (S8) · Front-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 29 mpg | 41 mpg | 34 mpg | $1,800 | 264 g/mi |
| 3.5L 6-cylinderAutomatic (S8) · Front-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 22 mpg | 33 mpg | 26 mpg | $2,350 | 338 g/mi |
| 3.5L 6-cylinderAutomatic (S8) · Front-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 22 mpg | 32 mpg | 26 mpg | $2,350 | 345 g/mi |
| 2.5L 4-cylinderAutomatic (S8) · Front-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 28 mpg | 39 mpg | 32 mpg | $1,900 | 277 g/mi |
| 2.5L 4-cylinderAutomatic (S8) · Front-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 28 mpg | 39 mpg | 32 mpg | $1,900 | 274 g/mi |
| 2.5L 4-cylinderAutomatic (AV-S6) · Front-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 51 mpg | 53 mpg | 52 mpg | $1,200 | 170 g/mi |
| 2.5L 4-cylinderAutomatic (AV-S6) · Front-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 44 mpg | 47 mpg | 46 mpg | $1,350 | 195 g/mi |
Annual fuel figures are the EPA snapshot at the source date. The calculator below uses the separately dated fuel-price record and your inputs, so the estimates may differ.
2018 Toyota Camry annual fuel cost calculator
Start with the combined MPG for 2.5L 4-cylinder, Automatic (S8), Front-Wheel Drive. Replace it with your measured gas mileage and local pump price for a personal budget.
Formula annual miles ÷ MPG × gasoline price
Fuel cost per mile equals gasoline price divided by MPG. Multiply by your annual mileage for a yearly fuel budget. Add maintenance to estimate cost per mile.
2018 Toyota Camry recall campaigns
NHTSA returned 8 model-level campaign records as of 2026-09-04. A campaign record does not establish whether your vehicle is affected or whether a repair is outstanding. Check your VIN through NHTSA.
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS · 19V503000
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Toyota Camry, Corolla, Rav4, Sienna, and Yaris iA vehicles equipped with factory-installed floor mats. The load carrying capacity modification label may be incorrect. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Remedy: SET will notify owners and provide a corrected label for placement over the inaccurate label, free of charge. The recall began August 23, 2019. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. SET's number for this recall is SET19A.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS · 18V108000
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018 Toyota Camry vehicles equipped with V6 engines. These vehicles have fuel delivery pipes that may not be properly connected to the fuel hoses in the engine compartment.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel pipes for the correct installation, correcting them as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 30, 2018. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's number for this recall is J0G.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE · 18V200000
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018 Toyota Camry vehicles equipped with a 2.5L, four-cylinder engine. The pistons on these vehicles may be larger than specified, possibly causing the engine to stall.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the production date codes of the pistons and, if an engine contains a piston from the affected production period, the engine assembly will be replaced, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 25, 2018. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's number for this recall is J1M/J0M.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM · 18V211000
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018 Toyota Camry and Highlander vehicles, 2017 Toyota Sienna and Tacoma vehicles and 2017 Lexus RX350 vehicles. During the manufacturing process, the oil galley in the rotor for the brake booster vacuum pump assembly may have been improperly machined possibly resulting in a sudden loss of brake assist.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake booster vacuum pump, free of charge. The recall began on May 9, 2018. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371, or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Toyota's numbers for this recall are J0K/JLD.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP · 20V682000
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 4Runner, 2019-2020 Avalon, 2019 Corolla Hatchback, 2017-2019 Highlander, 2018-2020 Camry, 2020 Corolla, 2018-2019 Land Cruiser, 2017-2020 Tacoma, 2019-2020 RAV4, 2019-2020 Sequoia, 2017-2020 Sienna, 2019-2020 Tundra, 2018-2020 Lexus ES350, 2017 Lexus GS200t, 2017-2019 Lexus GS350, 2019 Lexus GS300, 2018-2020 Lexus LC500h, 2019-2020 Lexus LS500, 2018-2019 Lexus GX460, 2017 Lexus IS200t, 2019 Lexus IS300, 2019 Lexus IS350, 2018-2020 Lexus LC500, 2018 Lexus LS500, 2019 Lexus LS500h, 2018-2019 Lexus LX570, 2017 Lexus RC200t, 2019 Lexus RC300, RC350, 2017 and 2019-2020 Lexus RX350, 2018-2020 RX350L, 2019 Lexus UX200, 2018-2019 Lexus NX300 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly with an improved one, free of charge. Owners of specific models were notified that remedy parts were available starting January 21, 2021. Owners of other models will be notified as remedy parts become available. Remedy parts should be available for all affected vehicles by late March 2021. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 20V-012. Toyota's number for this recall is 20TA02. Lexus' number for this recall is 20LA01.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM · 21V890000
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Camry vehicles. The vane cap inside the vacuum pump may break, causing the pump to fail, which could result in a sudden loss of braking assist.
Remedy: Dealers will repair or replace the vacuum pump, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 16, 2022. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP · 20V012000
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) recalled certain 2018-2019 4Runner, Highlander, Camry, Land Cruiser, Sequoia, Sienna, Tacoma and Tundra, and Lexus RC 300, RC 350, GS 350, GX 460, IS 300, LC 500, LS 500, LX 570, RX 350L, and 2019 Toyota Avalon and Corolla, and certain Lexus NX 300, and ES 350 vehicles on January 13, 2020. On March 4, 2020, Toyota expanded the recall to include certain 2014-2015 Toyota 4Runner and Land Cruiser, 2018 Avalon, Corolla, 2014 FJ Cruiser, 2017 Sienna and Lexus 2018 ES 350, 2018-2019 GS 300, 2013-2014 GS350, 2014-2015 GX 460, IS 350 and LX 570, 2014 IS F, 2018-2019 IS 350, LC 500H and LS 500H, 2013-2015 LS 460, 2015 NX 200T and RC350, 2017 RC 200T and RX 350. Toyota also removed the 2018-2019 Toyota 4Runner and Land Cruiser and 2018-2019 Lexus GX 460 and LX 570 and 2019 NX300 from inclusion in this recall. On March 19, 2020, Toyota expanded the recall to include 2015 Lexus GS350 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began May 4, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 20TB02 and 20TA02 for Toyota vehicles and 20LB01 and 20LA01 for Lexus vehicles.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP · 25V028000
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018 Camry, 2019 Lexus NX300, and 2019 RX350L vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 12, 2025. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TA01 and 25LA01.
2018 Toyota Camry NHTSA safety ratings
| Vehicle | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Toyota Camry 4 DR FWD | 5/5 | 5/5 | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Confirm the engine, tire package and service procedure
Match your engine and transmission with the configuration selector. Check the door-jamb tire label for your installed wheel package and cold pressure. A capacity is not a substitute for the filling procedure in the owner's manual; transmission change quantities and total system capacities can describe different jobs.
Fields marked Not published have no compiled value here. They do not mean zero capacity, no maintenance requirement or permission to substitute a part. Request a specification correction with the exact year, engine and manufacturer reference.
Frequently asked questions
How much oil does a 2018 Toyota Camry take?
2.5L 4-cylinder: 4.8 US qt with filter; SAE 0W-16. 3.5L V6: 5.7 US qt with filter; SAE 0W-20.
What tire size and wheel torque does the 2018 Toyota Camry use?
2.5L 4-cylinder: tire size not published; 76 ft-lb. 3.5L V6: tire size not published; 76 ft-lb.
What is the 2018 Toyota Camry gas mileage?
EPA combined ratings run from 26 to 52 mpg across 7 configurations. Match the engine, transmission and drivetrain in the table before comparing fuel costs.
Are these real-world MPG figures for the Camry?
These are EPA ratings, not owner-reported mileage. Use your measured MPG in the calculator to estimate your own fuel budget. The configuration table keeps city, highway and combined ratings separate.
Does the 2018 Toyota Camry have recalls?
NHTSA returned 8 model-level campaign records as of 2026-09-04. A campaign record does not establish whether your vehicle is affected or whether a repair is outstanding. Check your VIN through NHTSA.
Does annual fuel cost include servicing or insurance?
No. The EPA cost and the calculator cover fuel only. Use the cost-per-mile calculator to add a maintenance allowance. Insurance, depreciation, finance costs and registration are separate ownership expenses.
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Sources and record dates
U.S. EPA FuelEconomy.gov vehicle dataset Accessed 2026-09-05U.S. EIA public gasoline price table Accessed 2026-09-05NHTSA Recalls API Accessed 2026-09-04NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings API Accessed 2026-09-052018 Toyota Camry Owner's Manual Accessed 2026-09-05Last updated