2004 Toyota Camry: Overview

Vehicle Highlights

More V6 power, a new 5-speed automatic transmission, and midyear addition of a lower-price base model make 2004 news for this popular midsize sedan. Camry gets a new Standard model to join existing LE, uplevel XLE, and sporty SE models. Standards come only with a 4-cyl engine; other models offer the 4 cyl or a V6. The 3.0-liter V6 available in LE and XLE gains 18 hp this year to 210. Newly available for SE is a 3.3-liter V6 with 225 hp. Both V6s come with a new 5-speed automatic transmission. The 4-cyl comes with manual transmission or 4-speed automatic. XLEs and the V6 SE include antilock 4-wheel disc brakes; ABS is otherwise optional. Optional on all are front side airbags and head-protecting curtain side airbags, which can be combined with an optional antiskid system on V6 models. Other options include a power-adjustable accelerator pedal for automatic-transmission models and a navigation system with dashboard touch screen. Standards and LEs come on 15-inch wheels; others have 16s. SEs include a firmer suspension and special trim. A new Limited Edition option package for 4-cyl/automatic LEs includes woodgrain interior trim, unique exterior trim, and 16-inch alloy wheels. Camry's basic design is shared by the ES 330 at Toyota's luxury Lexus division.