2010 Toyota Camry: Overview

Vehicle Highlights

The 2010 Toyota Camry gets freshened styling and more 4-cylinder power. This midsize car lineup includes Base, LE, SE, and top-line XLE models. A gas/electric Hybrid model that offers a standard equipment level similar to the LE is also available. All Camry models are available with a new 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine, which replaces a 2.4-liter engine. Base, LE, and XLE have 169 horsepower, while the SE has 179 horsepower. A 6-speed manual or 6-speed automatic transmission is available. All but the Base and Hybrid are available with a 268-horsepower 3.5-liter V6 that pairs with a 6-speed automatic. The Hybrid continues to team a 2.4-liter 4-cylinder gas engine with a battery-powered electric motor for 187 horsepower. Like Toyota's other hybrids, it runs on one or both of its power sources depending on driving conditions and requires no plug-in charging. It uses a continuously variable transmission (CVT) that behaves much like an automatic. Available safety features include ABS, traction control, an antiskid system, front-side airbags, curtain-side airbags, and a driver-knee airbag. SE and Hybrid models have specific wheels and exterior trim. Among the available features are a navigation system, wireless cell-phone link, and heated front seats.

COMPETITION

Consumer Guide Automotive places each vehicle into one of 18 classes based on size, price, and market position. Midsize Cars represent the heart of the U.S. car market. Most are price-sensitive, conservatively designed, family-oriented sedans and wagons. Our Best Buys include the Chevrolet Malibu, Ford Fusion, Honda Accord sedan, Honda Accord coupe, Mazda 6, Mercury Milan, and Toyota Prius. Our Recommended picks are the Kia Rondo, Subaru Legacy, Subaru Outback, and Toyota Camry.

New or significantly redesigned models include the Chrysler Sebring, Ford Fusion, Honda Accord Crosstour, Mercury Milan, Nissan Altima, Subaru Legacy, Subaru Outback, Suzuki Kizashi, Toyota Camry, and Toyota Prius. Ford Fusion and Mercury Milan also gain gas/electric hybrid models for 2010.