Test complete: 2010 Toyota Camry
The Toyota Camry improves its fuel efficiency for 2010 with a new 2.5-liter engine and six-speed automatic transmission. This new powertrain combination delivered an impressive 26 mpg overall in our testing – fairly remarkable for a family sedan. In addition to the extra gear and .1-liters of displacement for the base model, now all Toyota Camrys are equipped with stability control. This ESC system improved the Camry’s at-the-limit handling in our testing.
While the Camry may not register high on the fun-to-drive scale for enthusiasts, it does offer a lot for the money. We paid just under $23,000 for our LE which proved to be a very roomy, comfortable, and smooth riding sedan. No wonder it’s been such a sales success. It is simply a sensible and pleasant car.
Watch the embedded video for more insights. Online subscribers can see our full Camry road tests and ratings, including hybrid and V6 versions.
—Jake Fisher
While the Camry may not register high on the fun-to-drive scale for enthusiasts, it does offer a lot for the money. We paid just under $23,000 for our LE which proved to be a very roomy, comfortable, and smooth riding sedan. No wonder it’s been such a sales success. It is simply a sensible and pleasant car.
Watch the embedded video for more insights. Online subscribers can see our full Camry road tests and ratings, including hybrid and V6 versions.
—Jake Fisher
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Posted by: Robert | Sep 29, 2009 6:32:17 PM
Ah, the Camry matched the Sonata's class-leading 26mpg. Impressive!
Posted by: everett whitney | Sep 30, 2009 9:29:59 AM
2010 Camry ...
Have had mine now ~ ~ a month & DO agree w/ these comments, particularly with the matching of this new 4 cyl with Variable timing on both camshafts . . . allows the engine to "respond" noticeably quicker than my previous '09 and '07 units.
I still prefer to use the gated "select shift" feature during these initial miles rather than allowing the (D) or automatic selection of either 5 or 6, plus, never cruise for now!
As an engineer & lifetime automobile enthusiast, I find these to be amazingly satisfactory vehicles.
everett