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[[Image:camryhybrid.jpg|frame|'''[[Toyota Camry Hybrid|Camry Hybrid]]''' shown in ''Blue Ribbon Metallic'']]
[[Image:camryhybrid.jpg|frame|'''[[Toyota Camry Hybrid|Camry Hybrid]]''' shown in ''Blue Ribbon Metallic'']]
The [[Toyota Camry Hybrid]] is a [[Hybrid Cars|hybrid]] version of [[Toyota]]'s popular [[Toyota Camry|Camry]] sedan, introduced for the 2007 model year in May 2006. The [[Toyota Camry Hybrid|Camry Hybrid]] utilizes a four-cylinder gasoline engine together with electric motors to produce a peak of 187-[[HP|hp]] (140 kW). Estimated U.S. sales are 60,000 per year or 15% of total [[Toyota Camry|Camry]] sales.


See also the main fact sheets for the '''[[Toyota Camry Hybrid]]'''.
See also the main fact sheets for the '''[[Toyota Camry Hybrid]]'''.
==High Points==
==High Points==
* Mileage
* Luxury
* Style


==Low Points==
==Low Points==
* Aside from the paint and badges, the [[Toyota Camry Hybrid|hybrid version]] has the same styling as [[Toyota Camry|non-hybrid version]].


==Performance and Handling==
==Performance and Handling==
[[Image:energymonitor.jpg|frame|[[Hybrid Cars|Hybrid]] energy monitor shown on available voice-activated DVD [[Navigation System|navigation system]]]]
*  187-[[HP|hp]] [[Hybrid Cars|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
*  [[Four Wheel Disc Brakes|4-Wheel Disc Brakes]]
*  16-inch alloy wheels
*  P215/60R16 tires


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


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==Interior and Comforts==
==Interior and Comforts==
[[Image:hybridinterior.jpg|frame|left|'''[[Toyota Camry Hybrid|Camry Hybrid]]''' interior shown in ''Ash'' with available leather trim, front heated seats and voice-activated DVD [[Navigation System|navigation system]], and [[Steering Wheel Audio Controls|steering wheel-mounted audio controls]]]]
[[Image:hybridinterior.jpg|frame|right|'''[[Toyota Camry Hybrid|Camry Hybrid]]''' interior shown in ''Ash'' with available leather trim, front heated seats and voice-activated DVD [[Navigation System|navigation system]], and [[Steering Wheel Audio Controls|steering wheel-mounted audio controls]]]]


==Exterior==
==Exterior==
[[Image:hybridtailight.jpg|thumb|Tailights of the '''[[Toyota Camry Hybrid|Camry Hybrid]]''' differ slightly from those of the '''[[Toyota Camry|Camry]]''']]
[[Image:hybridtailight2.jpg|frame|Tailights of the '''[[Toyota Camry Hybrid|Camry Hybrid]]''' differ slightly from those of the '''[[Toyota Camry|Camry]]''']]
[[Image:hybridred.jpg|thumb|'''[[Toyota Camry Hybrid|Camry Hybrid]]''' shown in ''Barcelona Red'']]
[[Image:hybridred2.jpg|frame|'''[[Toyota Camry Hybrid|Camry Hybrid]]''' shown in ''Barcelona Red'']]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 


The [[Toyota Camry|Camry]] and [[Toyota Camry Hybrid|Camry Hybrid]] share the same chassis with a few minor differences:
The [[Toyota Camry|Camry]] and [[Toyota Camry Hybrid|Camry Hybrid]] share the same chassis with a few minor differences:
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==Styles and Options==
==Styles and Options==
'''Camry Hybrid's features include:'''
'''Camry [[Hybrid Cars|Hybrid]]'s features include:'''
*  2.4 Liter VVT-i 4-Cylinder Engine with [[Hybrid Synergy Drive]], producing 187 Horsepower.
*  2.4 Liter VVT-i 4-Cylinder Engine with [[Hybrid Synergy Drive]], producing 187 net [[HP|Horsepower]].
*  Dual Zone Automatic [[Climate Control]] that can run with the engine off
*  Dual Zone [[Automatic transmission|Automatic]] [[Climate Control]] that can run with the engine off
*  A Super-Clean Advanced Technology [[Partial Zero Emissions Vehicle]] (AT-PZEV)
*  A Super-Clean Advanced Technology [[Partial Zero Emissions Vehicle]] (AT-PZEV)
*  Up to 80% fewer smog forming emissions than the average new vehicle.
*  Up to 80% fewer smog forming emissions than the average new vehicle.


===Camry Hybrid Packages===
===Camry [[Hybrid Cars|Hybrid]] Packages===
'''[[Sunroof|Moonroof]] Package:'''
'''[[Sunroof|Moonroof]] Package:'''
*  Includes power title/slide [[Sunroof|moonroof]] with sliding sunshade, dual illuminated visor vanity mirrors with dimmer control and rear personal reading lights.
*  Includes power tilt/slide [[Sunroof|moonroof]] with sliding sunshade, dual illuminated visor vanity mirrors with dimmer control and rear personal reading lights.


'''Comfort and Convenience  Package:'''
'''Comfort and Convenience  Package:'''
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*  Includes leather-trimmed seats and door trim with integrated armrests, driver and front passenger power seats, and dual front and rear map pockets
*  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===
===Camry [[Hybrid Cars|Hybrid]] Options===
*  Voice-activated DVD [[Navigation System|navigation system]]  
*  Voice-activated DVD [[Navigation System|navigation system]]  
*  ''JBL'' AM/FM [[In-dash 6-Disc CD|4-disc in-dash CD]] changer with [[Satellite Radio|satellite radio]] capability
*  ''JBL'' AM/FM [[In-dash 6-Disc CD|4-disc in-dash CD]] changer with [[Satellite Radio|satellite radio]] capability
*  [[Digital Audio Media|MP3/WMA playback]] capability
*  MP3/WMA playback capability
*  Auxiliary audio jack
*  Auxiliary audio jack
*  Hands-free phone capability via [[Bluetooth]] wireless technology
*  Hands-free phone capability via [[Bluetooth]] wireless technology
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==External Links==
==External Links==
*  [http://www.toyota.com/images/vehicles/2007/camry/features.pdf Official Toyota Camry Website]


'''''WikiCars Contributor Favorites'''''
'''''WikiCars Contributor Favorites'''''
*  [http://www.autos.com/autos/vehicle_detail?make=TO&modelid=624&year= Toyota Camry [[Hybrid Cars|Hybrid]] Reviews]
*  [http://www.carsdirect.com/toyota/camry_[[Hybrid Cars|hybrid]] Toyota Camry [[Hybrid Cars|Hybrid]]] - specs, reviews, pricing information, and photos


'''''Community Sites'''''
*  [http://www.greenhybrid.com/discuss/toyota-camry-[[Hybrid Cars|hybrid]].049.html Toyota Camry [[Hybrid Cars|Hybrid]] Forum]
*  [http://www.greenhybrid.com/share/category40.html Toyota Camry [[Hybrid Cars|Hybrid]] Photos]
*  [http://www.greenhybrid.com/compare/mileage/toyota-camryhybrid.html Real [[Hybrid Cars|Hybrid]] Mileage Database] for [[Toyota Camry Hybrid]]




'''''Community Sites'''''
[[Category: Model Reviews]]
[[Category: Toyota Vehicles]]
[[Category: Mid-Size Cars]]
[[Category: Hybrids]]

Latest revision as of 14:18, 29 September 2009

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

Performance and Handling

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

Reliability and Maintenance

Interior and Comforts

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

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

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

External Links

WikiCars Contributor Favorites

Community Sites

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