Toyota Camry Hybrid Review

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Camry Hybrid shown in Blue Ribbon Metallic

The Toyota Camry Hybrid is a hybrid version of Toyota's popular Camry sedan, introduced for the 2007 model year in May 2006. The Camry Hybrid utilizes a four-cylinder gasoline engine together with electric motors to produce a peak of 187-hp (140 kW). Estimated U.S. sales are 60,000 per year or 15% of total Camry sales.

See also the main fact sheets for the Toyota Camry Hybrid.

High Points

• Mileage
• Luxury
• Style

Low Points

• Aside from the paint and badges, the hybrid version has the same styling as non-hybrid version.

Performance and Handling

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Hybrid energy monitor shown on available voice-activated DVD navigation system

• 187-hp Hybrid Engine
• Electronically controlled continuously variable (ECVT) transmission
• Curb weight of 3,680 pounds
• Front and rear strut suspension
• Front and rear anti-roll bars
• Front and rear coil springs
• Front and rear gas-pressurized shocks

• Variable assist power rack-and-pinion steering
• 0.27 Drag Coefficient
• 4-Wheel Disc Brakes
• 16-inch alloy wheels
• P215/60R16 tires

Gas Mileage

The Toyota Camry with Hybrid Synergy Drive offers an exceptional EPA-estimated rating of 40 MPG (City) and 38 MPG (Highway).

Actual mileage may vary.

Safety

The Toyota Camry Hybrid offers a myriad of safety features including the following, which come STANDARD:

• Driver and Front passenger Advanced Airbag System
• Driver and Front passenger front seat-mounted side airbags and front and rear side curtain airbags
• Driver's knee airbag
• 3-point front seatbelts with adjustable shoulder anchors and driver-side Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR), front passenger Automatic/Emergency Locking Retractor (ALR/ELR)
• 3-point front seatbelts with Automatic/Emergency Locking Retractor (ALR/ELR) for all passengers
• Outboard rear seatbelt comfort guides
• Front and rear crumple zones and side-impact door beams
• Anti-Lock Brakes System (ABS) with Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist
• Direct Tire Pressure Monitor System
• Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management System (VDIM)
• Energy-absorbing collapsable steering column
• Child-protector rear door locks
• Rear-seat Child Restaint System (CRS) lower anchors and top-tether brackets (LATCH)
• Internal trunk-release handle
• Battery-saver feature - Deactivates interior lights after 20 minutes
• Daytime Running Lights (DRL) with "Off" mode
• Engine immobilizer

Interior and Comforts

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Camry Hybrid interior shown in Ash with available leather trim, front heated seats and voice-activated DVD navigation system, and steering wheel-mounted audio controls

Exterior

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Tailights of the Camry Hybrid differ slightly from those of the Camry

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Camry Hybrid shown in Barcelona Red

The Camry and Camry Hybrid share the same chassis with a few minor differences:

• The overall height of the Camry Hybrid is 57.5 inches, which is almost half an inch shorter than the other trims of the Toyota Camry.
• The ground clearance of the Camry varies by model as well:
  • The CE and LE (4-Cylinder) trims have a clearance of 5.5 inches from the ground.
  • The V6 LE, SE (4-Cylinder), and 'V6 XLE trims have a clearance of 5.3 inches from the ground.
  • The V6 SE trim has a clearance of 5.1 inches form the ground.
  • The Camry Hybrid has a clearance of 5.9 inches form the ground.
• The Fuel Tank of the Camry Hybrid is 17.2 gallons, whereas the fuel tank of the other Camry trims is 18.3 gallons.

Styles and Options

Camry Hybrid's features include:

• 2.4 Liter VVT-i 4-Cylinder Engine with Hybrid Synergy Drive, producing 187 net Horsepower.
• Dual Zone Automatic Climate Control that can run with the engine off
• A Super-Clean Advanced Technology Partial Zero Emissions Vehicle (AT-PZEV)
• Up to 80% fewer smog forming emissions than the average new vehicle.

Camry Hybrid Packages

Moonroof Package:

• Includes power tilt/slide moonroof with sliding sunshade, dual illuminated visor vanity mirrors with dimmer control and rear personal reading lights.

Comfort and Convenience Package:

• Includes heated front seats and outside mirrors

Leather Package:

• Includes leather-trimmed seats and door trim with integrated armrests, driver and front passenger power seats, and dual front and rear map pockets

Camry Hybrid Options

• Voice-activated DVD navigation system
• JBL AM/FM 4-disc in-dash CD changer with satellite radio capability
• MP3/WMA playback capability
• Auxiliary audio jack
• Hands-free phone capability via Bluetooth wireless technology
• 8 speakers in 6 locations and FM diversity reception
• Heated outside mirrors

Main Competitors

• Honda Accord Hybrid

External Links

• Official Toyota Camry Website

WikiCars Contributor Favorites

• Toyota Camry Hybrid Reviews
• hybrid Toyota Camry Hybrid - specs, reviews, pricing information, and photos

Community Sites

• hybrid.049.html Toyota Camry Hybrid Forum
• Toyota Camry Hybrid Photos
• Real Hybrid Mileage Database for Toyota Camry Hybrid