On April 16, 2014, at the International Auto Show in New York, Japanese concern Toyota presented an updated version of the Camry sedan of the 2015 model year.
It would seem that what can be changed in a car that has been in constant demand for 12 years and make it more recognizable. Toyota engineers have found a solution. After the last global update in 2011, the company decided to make the car almost from scratch: new design, reconfigured suspension, improved driving experience and more. In total, more than 2,000 parts were replaced in the car.
"Many customers nowadays appreciate durability and quality, but at the same time they are always looking for a little more comfort, style and performance. That's exactly what the new Camry currently has," says Bob Carter, senior vice president of Toyota Motor Sales USA. "The new model is the future of Toyota vehicles."
Toyota designers have reworked almost every detail of the car body. Only the roof remains untouched. New upscale material, premium styling and soft-touch fabric are now available in the spacious cabin. Expanded instrumentation with intuitive controls helps keep the driver's eyes on the road, significantly increasing safety.
Beneath the striking exterior is an improved chassis and body structure that improves ride quality through increased rigidity. The Camry's tunable suspension takes the car's responsiveness to a whole new level.
In order to provide customers with a wider range of models, the company has developed the sporty, top-of-the-line and Hybrid (Hybrid SE) looks of the 2015 Camry.
Expressive looks
The 2015 Camry's appearance is noticeably more expressive, thanks in large part to the sporty lines along the body. It's slightly longer (by 45 mm) and wider (by 10 mm) than its predecessor.
The pronounced lines start from the front fender and run along the doors and rear fascia, conveying a sense of movement. The completely updated look at the front features a new aggressive bumper and trapezoidal grille.
New sleek headlights complete the aggressive look, turn signals and daytime running lights add elegance. The rear lights are smoothly connected to the trunk lid in a canonical shape. They perfectly accentuate the new sporty stance.
The updated model features 10 body colors, including two new Celestial Silver Metallic and Ruby Flare Pearl.
Modern, refined interior
The interior of the new Camry is made of high-quality materials, it is much more spacious and has received many conveniences. The center console is equipped with the latest technology and has an upscale appearance.
The space in the center console of the car has been enlarged and is now not only a place to store things, but also a power source. In the closed part there is a 12V socket and a USB port for charging or connecting smartphones.
In addition, the cabin is equipped with an intuitive display, with which you can interact without taking your eyes off the road. The instrument panel is equipped with a 4.2-inch TFT screen located between the speed gauges and tachometer. The color animated display shows a wide range of car functions and interacts with the multimedia system.
Toyota engineers have also worked on reducing unwanted wind and road noise in the cabin. New window and door seals have been installed, due to which the noise from outside has been reduced. In addition, the side mirrors have been redesigned, resulting in reduced airflow through the car and, consequently, lower noise levels.
Technical features
The combination of the McPherson front strut, multi-link rear suspension and stiffer body structure provides unique suspension tuning in different configurations.
Electric power steering is tuned specifically to improve the car's responsiveness and steering stability on straightaways. In addition, the new Camry is equipped with an upgraded hydraulic system, which has a two-stage vacuum booster that improves braking sensitivity.
The 2015 Toyota Camry is still equipped with a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine or a 3.5-liter V6 gas engine paired to a six-speed automatic transmission. The hybrid model has a 2.5-liter Atkinson Cycle engine paired with a continuously variable E-CVT.
Unique Package Options
In 2011, Toyota launched the Camry Sport Package to attract younger buyers to the model. It currently accounts for 45% of sales of the Camry lineup, proving that customers want sports models.
The new 2015 sporty model gives customers even more driving dynamics as well as luxury and convenience. The top-of-the-line Camry features a unique grille and dynamic lines. The sporty look is enhanced by 18-inch wheels, unique shock absorbers and EPS tuning.
The 2015 Camry Hybrid also features a tune-up for more fuel-efficient driving. The Camry Hybrid's stability systems have been reconfigured for a smoother and more natural driving experience.
Safety
All Toyota vehicles are equipped as standard with the STAR safety system. In addition to this, the Camry is equipped with lane-keeping system, adaptive cruise control, frontal collision avoidance system and blind-spot monitoring system with warning on the exterior side-view mirror.
