2000 Toyota Camry/Solara: Road Test
2000 Toyota Camry/Solara ▼
- MSRP: $17,518 - $30,488
- Invoice: $15,516 - $27,006
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Our road test for the 2000 Toyota Camry/Solara includes a full evaluation of the 2000 Toyota Camry/Solara from the inside out. We evaluate not only engine and handling performance for the 2000 Toyota Camry/Solara, but also interior cabin and cargo space. Let our comprehensive road test ratings for the 2000 Toyota Camry/Solara help you decide if a 2000 Toyota Camry/Solara is right for you.
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ACCELERATION
| Camry LE/XLE, I4 auto. | Camry LX/XLE, V6 auto. | Solara SE cpe, I4 auto. | Solara SLE conv. | Class Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 6 | 5 | 6 | 4.7 |
Strong in both Camry and Solara with the V6: under 8 seconds 0-60 mph in our tests. The 4-cylinder is decently peppy, if noticeably less muscular than the V6, especially with automatic transmission. Convertibles weigh about 200 pounds more than coupes, and our test 4-cylinder ragtop did 0-60 mph in a leisurely 11 seconds.
FUEL ECONOMY
| Camry LE/XLE, I4 auto. | Camry LX/XLE, V6 auto. | Solara SE cpe, I4 auto. | Solara SLE conv. | Class Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 5 | 6 | 5 | 5.4 |
Competitive but not eye-popping. A 4-cylinder Camry managed 22.5 mpg in urban driving, while V6 test cars have averaged in the low-20s with more highway work.
RIDE QUALITY
| Camry LE/XLE, I4 auto. | Camry LX/XLE, V6 auto. | Solara SE cpe, I4 auto. | Solara SLE conv. | Class Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 7 | 6 | 6 | 5 |
Comfortable and absorbent on most any surface, but even the more firmly damped coupes tend to float over humps and dips. The convertible's structural reinforcements do their job well, making this one of the stiffer 4-seat convertibles we've tested.
STEERING/HANDLING/BRAKING
| Camry LE/XLE, I4 auto. | Camry LX/XLE, V6 auto. | Solara SE cpe, I4 auto. | Solara SLE conv. | Class Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
Though safe, predictable, and pleasant to drive, these are not sporty cars. Steering is precise but also a bit overboosted and numb. And body lean is marked in hard, tight turns.
QUIETNESS
| Camry LE/XLE, I4 auto. | Camry LX/XLE, V6 auto. | Solara SE cpe, I4 auto. | Solara SLE conv. | Class Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 7 | 7 | 5 | 5 |
Noise suppression rivals luxury cars costing thousands more. Engines are smooth, and there's little intrusion from wind or road.
CONTROLS
| Camry LE/XLE, I4 auto. | Camry LX/XLE, V6 auto. | Solara SE cpe, I4 auto. | Solara SLE conv. | Class Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 6 |
A model of simple, friendly design, though the steering wheel rim can slice into the view of the top of the main gauges.
ROOM/COMFORT/DRIVER SEATING (FRONT)
| Camry LE/XLE, I4 auto. | Camry LX/XLE, V6 auto. | Solara SE cpe, I4 auto. | Solara SLE conv. | Class Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 5.2 |
No shortage of head or leg room. Bucket seats are well-padded and contoured for comfort and support.
ROOM/COMFORT (REAR)
| Camry LE/XLE, I4 auto. | Camry LX/XLE, V6 auto. | Solara SE cpe, I4 auto. | Solara SLE conv. | Class Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 4.1 |
Six-footers have good head room, and, with the front seats less than halfway back, ample leg room. Not wide enough for long-distance 3-across adult travel, however. Entry/exit in the coupes and convertibles suffer from low, narrowish rear passageways, no slide-forward feature on the driver's seat, and cumbersome front seat latches and belts.
CARGO ROOM
| Camry LE/XLE, I4 auto. | Camry LX/XLE, V6 auto. | Solara SE cpe, I4 auto. | Solara SLE conv. | Class Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 4.5 |
Competitive, but Solara's trunk opening is high off the ground and not that large. All models have split-fold rear seatbacks with in-trunk security locks.
VALUE WITHIN CLASS
| Camry LE/XLE, I4 auto. | Camry LX/XLE, V6 auto. | Solara SE cpe, I4 auto. | Solara SLE conv. | Class Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | 9 | 8 | 6 | 5.3 |
Camry and Solara are exceptionally well-done mainstream midsize cars with the attractions of Toyota reliability and high resale value. We might wish for more personality and lower prices, but these cars are hard to fault and tough to beat. Convertibles aren't inexpensive, but they are are highly refined and exude typical Toyota quality.
Total Score
| Camry LE/XLE, I4 auto. | Camry LX/XLE, V6 auto. | Solara SE cpe, I4 auto. | Solara SLE conv. | Class Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 65 | 64 | 60 | 55 | 50.2 |
Total Score: 65
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