Camry

It’s roomy, comfortable, safe and easy to drive.

The Toyota Camry represents the second year of the nameplate’s sixth generation. Although the car retains a midsize classification, this is the largest Camry ever and that fact is immediately apparent when you get inside: Headroom, shoulder room, hiproom and legroom are abundant in both the front and back.

It is as quick as some sport sedans and coupes. It also returns fuel economy that’s not far off from what you’d get with the Camry’s base four-cylinder engine.

Body Styles, Trim Levels, and Options

The midsize four-door sedan Toyota Camry is available in four trim levels — base (formerly CE), LE, SE and XLE. The base Camry comes with a four-cylinder engine, while the three higher trims offer a choice between the four-cylinder and a V6.

Base Camrys include 16-inch steel wheels, air-conditioning, a six-speaker CD audio system with an auxiliary input jack, a tilt and telescoping steering wheel, cruise control and full power accessories. The Camry LE adds keyless entry and an eight-way power driver seat.

The SE includes a sport-tuned suspension, 17-inch alloy wheels, and special interior and exterior styling details. The luxurious XLE reverts to the LE’s softer suspension settings and 16-inch wheels with a 440-watt JBL sound system with an in-dash CD changer, Bluetooth connectivity, an automatic dual-zone climate control system with a high-tech air filter, reclining rear seats, a moonroof, wood-tone accents and, on the V6 model, leather seating. A keyless start system is available on XLE V6 models.

Powertrains and Performance

The standard engine on all trim levels is a 2.4-liter four-cylinder pushing 158 horsepower and 161 pound-feet of torque. Transmission choices include a five-speed manual and a five-speed automatic, and buyers should note that four-cylinder Camry XLEs take the automatic only. Fuel economy ratings are 21 mpg city/31 mpg highway with either transmission.

For those seeking a faster Camry, Toyota offers a 3.5-liter V6 capable of 268 hp and 248 lb-ft of torque. A six-speed automatic drives the front wheels of all V6 Camrys. Fuel economy is rated at 19 city/28 highway.

Safety

Every Toyota Camry comes with front-seat side airbags, full-length side curtain airbags and a driver knee airbag. Antilock brakes with brake assist are also standard. Stability control (which includes traction control) is optional across the line. The Camry earned a perfect five stars in all frontal- and side-impact categories.

Interior Design and Special Features

The Camry’s interior design is function-driven. Controls are oversized and neatly arranged, the seats are wide and capable of accommodating a range of body types, and there’s a nice selection of cubbies and compartments to collect whatever personal effects that may be accompanying you.