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2008 Toyota Camry 

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Model Line Overview

Base Price (MSRP)$18,570
As Tested (MSRP)$26,300

Model lineupToyota Camry CE ($18,570); LE ($20,025); SE ($21,240); LE V6 ($23,640); SE V6 ($24,915); XLE ($25,000); Hybrid ($25,200); XLE V6 ($28,120)
Engines158-hp 2.4-liter inline-4; 268-hp 3.5-liter V6; 147-hp 2.4-liter, inline-4 with 40-hp/105 kW permanent magnet synchronous electric motor
Transmissions5-speed manual; 5-speed automatic; 6-speed automatic; continuously variable (CVT) automatic
Safety equipment (standard)dual-stage front-impact airbags, driver's knee-protection airbag, front passenger side-impact airbags; curtain-style head protection airbags for all outboard seats, anti-lock brakes (ABS) with Brake Assist and Electronic Brake-force Distribution, tire pressure monitor
Safety equipment (optional)electronic stability control with traction control ($650)
Basic warranty3 years/36,000 miles
Assembled inGeorgetown, Kentucky

Specifications As Tested

Model tested (MSRP)Toyota Camry LE V6 VVTi
Standard equipmentair conditioning with pollen filter, eight-way power driver's seat, four-way manual passenger seat, power door locks, outside mirrors and windows, remote keyless entry, cruise control, tilt-telescope steering wheel with audio controls, six-speaker, 160-watt stereo with single CD and auxiliary jack, 60/40 split fold-down rear seat, halogen projector headlamps with auto on/off, daylight running lights, dual chrome exhaust tips, 16-inch steel wheels
Options as tested (MSRP)none
Destination charge($660)
Gas guzzler taxN/A
Price as tested (MSRP)$26,300
Layoutfront-wheel drive
Engine3.5-liter dohc 24-valve V6 with variable valve timing
Horsepower (hp @ rpm)268 @ 6200
Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm)248 @ 4700
Transmission6-speed automatic with manual sequential-shift mode
EPA fuel economy, city/hwy19/28 mpg
Wheelbase109.3 in.
Length/width/height189.2/71.7/57.9 in.
Track, f/r62/61.6 in.
Turning circle36.1 ft.
Seating capacity5
Head/hip/leg room, f38.8/54.6/41.7 in.
Head/hip/leg room, mN/A in.
Head/hip/leg room, r37.8/56.9/38.3 in.
Cargo volume15.0 cu. ft.
PayloadN/A
Towing capacity1000 Lbs.
Suspension, findependent, MacPherson strut with stabilizer bar
Suspension, rindependent, dual-link with coil springs and stabilizer bar
Ground clearance5.3 in.
Curb weight3461 Lbs.
TiresP215/60R16 all-season
Brakes, f/rvented disc/solid disc with ABS, Brake Assist and Electronic Brake-force Distribution
Fuel capacity18.5 gal.

Unless otherwise indicated, specifications refer to test vehicle.
All prices are manufacturer's suggested retail prices (MSRP) effective as of October 12, 2009.
Prices do not include manufacturer's destination and delivery charges. N/A: Information not available or not applicable.



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