Segment: Medium Premium
Production years: 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014
Toyota Camry was one of the best-selling mid-size vehicles on the U.S. market. Its reliability and comfort were its main attributes. In 2009, the Japanese carmaker introduced a hybrid version.
While the Prius was not the first hybrid vehicle globally, it was the car that started the hybrid revolution. It was the first mass-produced vehicle with gasoline-electric power and helped the Japanese carmaker to become a leader in that domain. That's why it was normal to offer a similar powertrain for the Camry. While the 1.8-liter gasoline unit was good enough for a compact-sized vehicle, it was too weak for a mid-size sedan such as Camry.
The 2009 Camry Hybrid adopted the same front design as the rest of its family, with angled headlights and a small, leaves-looking grille. To aerodynamically enhance the front fascia, Toyota chose to install a wrap-around bumper with a narrow grille at the bottom. In the rear, a small lip on the trunk enhanced the car's drag coefficient. The carmaker stated that it even enhanced the fuel-efficiency.
Inside, the Camry featured a mix of retro-styling with modern amenities. While the big dials for the speedometer and tachometer helped the driver read the marks, the designers installed a complex infotainment system on the center stack. On its 6.1" screen, the car displayed its hybrid system status. A 7" screen with advanced functions and a navigation system was available on the options list.
Under the hood, Toyota installed a 2.5-liter Atkinson engine helped by an electric motor. The hybrid synergy drive offered good performance and very good fuel-efficiency.
ENGINE SPECS - 2.4 Hybrid CVT (187 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 2362 cm3 |
Power: | 109.6 KW @ 6000 RPM 149 HP @ 6000 RPM 147 BHP @ 6000 RPM |
Torque: | 138 lb-ft @ 4400 RPM 187 Nm @ 4400 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Hybrid |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 130 mph (209 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 9 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Ventilated Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | P215/55 R17 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 189.2 in (4806 mm) |
Width: | 71.7 in (1821 mm) |
Height: | 57.7 in (1466 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 62/61.6 in (1,575/1,565 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 109.3 in (2776 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.1 in (130 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 14.5 cuFT (411 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.27 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3483 lbs (1580 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4630 lbs (2100 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 33 mpg US (7.1 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 34 mpg US (6.9 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 33.5 mpg US (7 L/100Km) |
Notes |
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Total system power: 187 HP (139 kW) |