The new Toyota Camry remains one of the most recommended sedans for the general public. Celebrating 35 years of existence, the compact Camry remains one of the best-selling cars, offering a combination of unbeatable success factors. The sedan satisfies those wanting reliability, economy, good handling, a decent resale price, and a suite of the latest technologies. Like the Honda Accord, the modern Camry is available with four-cylinder and six-cylinder engines. Separately, a hybrid is introduced. Not that the given representative of Toyota amazes with small amount of spent l/100km, but it will not let a driver to go bankrupt. Modern Camry will become a faithful partner for the driver and a comfortable means of transportation for passengers.
The car appeals to the quantity and quality of the features on offer. This five-seat, family sedan has built a reputation for reliability, safety, thriftiness and pleasant handling. A bonus has been the recent update to the exterior, which has added style and youthful flair.
The Camry sedan has proven itself in many aspects, but it is not the best in any of them. Toyota's creations don't make it as much fun to drive as the Mazda6 or Accord. Nor did it become the most economical in the segment. And those who want all-wheel drive should consider the Subaru Legacy or Ford Fusion.
New in 2017
Among the minor changes for 2017 is the appearance of the Entune Audio Plus multimedia system with navigation and JBL Audio for the "XLE" and "XSE" models. New is the Qi system for wireless charging of mobile devices.
Driving impressions.
Thanks to the suspension reconfiguration that took place in 2015, the latest Camry sedans have become a little livelier. But do not test the car on steep turns, it is primarily designed for comfortable and unhurried driving. The standard engine, which will appeal to most drivers, picks up and holds speed quite adequately. Supplemented with a six-speed automatic transmission, the powertrain feels great in the city, on the highway and even in the suburbs. Those who opt for the V6 engine with an extra dose of horsepower will be rewarded with plenty of power with little increase in fuel consumption. The "XSE" model will add a sporty feel, but its 18-inch wheels and stiff shock absorbers reduce ride quality. Environmentalists and those who want to save money will like the hybrid version.
The best features of the 2017 Toyota Camry
Tired of piling wires on your console while you're charging your phone? The Camry sedan has solved that problem by offering the Qi wireless charging system, which has become standard on the "XLE" and "XSE" models.
While cars like the Honda Accord focus on touch-screen surfaces, the Camry stays true to the tried-and-true buttons and switches. Such a cabin may look less modern, but in practice such controls are much easier and quicker to use.
More about the Toyota Camry
Interior
Camry's five-seat interior is not as expressive as its exterior, but you can't call it boring, either. Moreover, it is extremely functional. Large drink holders, plenty of thoughtful compartments, a sporty gear selector and a steering wheel with integrated controls that is pleasant to the touch and feel. The "SE" and "XSE" models feature manual shift paddles. Space for front and rear passengers is ample. The luggage compartment offers 0.44 m3. The trunk of hybrid models is smaller, but unlike the hybrid Honda Accord, the rear seats in this case fold down. As noted above, the Camry uses traditional buttons and switches. A 6.1-inch screen comes standard, and a 7.0-inch screen is available as an option. The controls are large and easy to use.
Exterior
Have you ever seen a more stylish Camry? We haven't. The radical changes to the sheetmetal that took place a few years ago are still relevant today. The attractive front end and thoughtful rear are able to attract the attention of new buyers without scaring away loyal fans. For those who want more, there are "SE" and "XSE" models that offer the desired aggressiveness with a charcoal-black grille. The hybrid models look identical to the regular models, so the buyer will have to look pretty hard to see the difference.
2017 Toyota Camry Base Package
The Camry sedan is available in four trims: LE, SE, XLE and XSE. The cheapest model comes with an automatic transmission, a rearview camera, and a driver's seat with eight settings. Standard infotainment features include a 6.1-inch touchscreen, AM/FM/CD player, USB input, Bluetooth and "Siri Eyes Free" for Apple products. Safety is taken care of: stability control, traction control, 10 airbags and battery saver function.
Optional equipment
Moving up to the "SE" model, the driver gets: improved seat upholstery, leather steering wheel trim, sport suspension, 17-inch wheels. The "XLE" and "XSE" models offer leather upholstery, heated front seats, dual-zone climate control, a larger touchscreen with navigation, a JBL audio system, and a V6 engine. The "XSE" model, in addition to the above, has: Ultrasuede leather upholstery, paddle paddles, sport suspension and 18-inch wheels. All models can be completed with a sunroof. "XLE" and "XSE" models improve with: blind spot monitoring, radar cruise control, lane departure warning and pre-emergency braking.
2017 Toyota Camry specs
The base engine is a 2.5-liter four-cylinder power unit with 180 horsepower and 233 Nm. Complemented by a six-speed automatic transmission, it accelerates the sedan in 9.0 seconds. Fuel consumption of the 2017 Toyota Camry is at 7.8 l/100km in the mixed cycle. Front-wheel drive. The optional 3.5-liter V6 engine with 277 horses and 346 Nm is available. It needs 7.1 seconds for acceleration. Fuel consumption is 9.3 l/100km in the combined cycle. Drive on the front wheels. The engine is equipped with a six-speed automatic transmission.
