Toyota Camry

Toyota Camry

Toyota Camry

The Toyota Camry quietly debuted late in the 1983 model year, when Toyota replaced its old rear-wheel-drive Corona with the front-wheel-drive Camry, a car aimed specifically at the U.S. market. From these humble beginnings, the Camry would go on to dominate the midsize family sedan segment for virtually all of the next quarter-century, as consumers immediately embraced it for its high build quality, comfortable ride and impressive durability.Initially available only with a four-cylinder engine, the Camry soon saw the option of a V6 and, as the years went by, upgrades in size, luxury and feature content. The Camry’s immense popularity in the U.S. inspired Toyota to start production on American soil. More trim levels became available, including the sporty SE and posh XLE.Still upholding its strong reputation despite a few recent blips on the radar screen with regard to reliability, the Toyota Camry continues to be a top choice for those seeking a roomy, comfortable and dependable family car.

Toyota Camry

Toyota Camry

Initially available only with a four-cylinder engine, the Camry soon saw the option of a V6 and, as the years went by, upgrades in size, luxury and feature content. The Camry’s immense popularity in the U.S. inspired Toyota to start production on American soil. More trim levels became available, including the sporty SE and posh XLE.Still upholding its strong reputation despite a few recent blips on the radar screen with regard to reliability, the Toyota Camry continues to be a top choice for those seeking a roomy, comfortable and dependable family car.

Toyota Camry

Toyota Camry

The latest Toyota Camry is offered solely as a front-wheel-drive, midsize four-door sedan. Four traditional Camry trim levels are offered: base, LE, sporty SE and luxurious XLE. Even the base model includes stability control, air-conditioning, full power accessories, cruise control, a tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, a six-speaker CD audio system, satellite radio and Bluetooth.

Toyota Camry

Toyota Camry

A 169-horsepower 2.5-liter inline-4 is the base engine, and the SE receives a 179-hp version of the same engine. A powerful 3.5-liter V6 (268 hp, 248 pound-feet of torque) is available on all trims except the base model. Transmission choices for the four are a six-speed manual or six-speed automatic (standard on XLE), while the V6 sends its power through a standard six-speed automatic. A gas-electric hybrid Camry is also available and, along with 192 hp, it offers EPA estimates of 33 mpg city and 34 mpg highway.

Toyota Camry

Toyota Camry

In reviews, we’ve commented favorably about the Camry’s spacious cabin, powerful and fuel-efficient optional V6, plush ride quality and top crash test scores. Downsides to the latest Camry include some disappointing interior plastics, inconsistent fit and finish and uninspiring driving dynamics for non-SE models.

Toyota Camry

Toyota Camry