HSV ClubSport vs Toyota Camry
A detailed look at how two of Australia's most popular Sedans compare on price, running costs, safety, and everyday livability.
Specifications and pricing correct at time of publishing. Prices are RRP before on-road costs unless stated otherwise. Always confirm with the manufacturer or dealer before purchasing.
HSV ClubSport: we're still completing price, warranty, fuel consumption and CO2 emissions.
Toyota Camry: we're still completing length, 0-100km/h, warranty, ground clearance and turning circle, plus 3 others.
Blank cells below mean we don't have that figure, not that the car scores badly on it. We leave them empty rather than estimate, so any row where one car is blank isn't a like-for-like comparison yet.
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Price Breakdown
Pricing for one or both models is yet to be confirmed for the Australian market. We will update this comparison when official RRPs are announced.
Safety Rundown
ANCAP safety ratings have not been published for both models yet. We will update this section when crash test results are available.
Feature Showdown
Both come with modern infotainment systems.
Drivetrain
The HSV ClubSport lines up producing 292kW and 510Nm of torque, sent through a t56 six-speed manual to a RWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 5.3 seconds.
The Toyota Camry lines up making 133kW and 231Nm, paired to a 6-speed automatic transmission with sequential shift driving the front wheels.
The HSV ClubSport has the clear power advantage at 292kW vs 133kW. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.
Space & Comfort
Boot space is 475L in the HSV ClubSport and 493L in the Toyota Camry, giving the Toyota Camry a 18L advantage.
Turning Circle
Kerb-to-kerb diameter. Smaller turns easier in tight carparks and U-turns.
11.0m diameter
Good
Based on 11.0m turning circle:
- U-turn on standard street (7m+ wide)
- Standard parking bay
- Tight carparks
- Narrow laneways
Turning circle ratings
Interactive simulator: U-turns, parking & towing
Turning Circle
Kerb-to-kerb diameter. Smaller turns are easier in tight carparks and U-turns.
Good
Needs a 3-point turn (one reverse)
Needs about 9.4 m to swing round without stopping. Road is 9.0 m.
U-turn on a wide street
≥ 10 m: clears in one
U-turn on a standard street
7 m: 3-point turn
Standard parking bay
1.8 m wide: fits with room
Tight carpark aisle
6 m: swings in
Narrow laneway
3.5 m: no room to turn
Turning circle ratings
Standard widths: AU local streets carry ~5.5–7 m of carriageway; main roads ~9–12 m. AS 2890.1 carpark aisles are ~5.8–6.6 m for 90° bays (2.6 m wide × 5.4 m deep).
Road, aisle, swing and off-tracking figures are indicative estimates from the published turning circle. Verify in person before relying on them.
True Cost to Own
Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.
Who Should Buy Which?
Buy the HSV ClubSport if: You prioritise performance, or prefer HSV's approach to design and ownership experience.
Buy the Toyota Camry if: You need more boot space, or prefer Toyota's approach to design and ownership experience.
The Verdict
This is genuinely close. The HSV ClubSport and Toyota Camry trade blows across the spec sheet, and neither runs away with an outright win. The best pick depends on what you value most. Explore the full specs for each model below.
Common questions
Which is cheapest, HSV ClubSport and Toyota Camry?
The Toyota Camry is the cheapest at $27,690 before on-road costs.
Which is safest?
They are evenly matched — Toyota Camry all hold a 5-star ANCAP rating. Compare the active-safety features above to separate them.
Which has the most boot space?
The Toyota Camry has the largest boot at 493L.
Which can tow the most?
The HSV ClubSport has the highest braked towing capacity at 1,600kg.
Which is the most powerful?
The HSV ClubSport makes the most power at 292kW.
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Disclaimer: All information in this comparison was believed to be correct at the time of publishing (20 April 2026). Prices are manufacturer recommended retail prices (RRP) and may vary by state, dealer, and options. Driveaway costs include estimated on-road costs for Victoria. Fuel economy figures are WLTP/ADR combined cycle. Specifications can change without notice. Always verify with the manufacturer before making a purchase decision. CarSorted does not accept payment for recommendations.
Auto-generated from CarSorted's specification data · 20 April 2026
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