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Toyota Camry

U.S. sales champion in 1997, with a 301-hp TRD alter ego.12

Researched October 28, 2026 from 36 sources

Also called

  • Bulletproof beigemobileAn affectionate reliability joke associated with the Camrys in Predicaments community and its pictures of Camrys in trouble.3
  • Ol' reliableApplied to the 2002 SE V-6 to capture its dependable, low-excitement character.4

At a glance

0200400
78.88–301 hpPower
0510
5.8–9.2 s0–60 mph
0125250
185–214 km/hTop speed
0200400
153.2–362 N·mTorque
01,0002,000
990–1,699 kgWeight

The coral arc spans the family, from its mildest version to its wildest.125131415

Layout
Front engine; front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive5
Gearbox
5–6-speed manuals, 4–8-speed automatics; hybrid e-CVTs26
Built at
Tsutsumi, Japan; Georgetown, United States; Altona, Australia (to 2017)1112
Units built
10 million worldwide by October 200511

The story

Named for kanmuri, Japanese for crown, the Camry was developed for export to replace the Corona and challenge the Honda Accord. Its independent 1982 debut brought Toyota's first transverse-engine, front-wheel-drive layout.15

1980: Celica Camry, with Carina bones19801982: V10 launches as an independent Camry19821991: XV10 goes wide; Japan gets Scepter19912006: First hybrid for the 2007 model year20062017: New architecture, 54 farewell hybrids20172020: AWD choice and a 301-hp TRD20202025: Hybrid-only, up to 232 hp2025 Toyota Celica Camry (A40/A50): 1979–1982Toyota Camry (first generation) (V10): 1982–1986V10Toyota Camry (second generation) (V20): 1986–1990 (Japan)V20Toyota Camry / Scepter (XV10): 1991–1996 (Japan/North America)XV10Toyota Camry (fifth generation) (XV30): 2001–2006XV30Toyota Camry (sixth generation) (XV40): 2006–2011XV40Toyota Camry (seventh generation) (XV50): 2011–2019XV50Toyota Camry (eighth generation) (XV70): Introduced 2017XV70 19801990200020102020
GenerationsBefore and afterMilestones1456711121723
Show the numbers
YearWhat happened
1979–1982Toyota Celica Camry (A40/A50)
1982–1986Toyota Camry (first generation) (V10)
1986–1990 (Japan)Toyota Camry (second generation) (V20)
1991–1996 (Japan/North America)Toyota Camry / Scepter (XV10)
2001–2006Toyota Camry (fifth generation) (XV30)
2006–2011Toyota Camry (sixth generation) (XV40)
2011–2019Toyota Camry (seventh generation) (XV50)
Introduced 2017Toyota Camry (eighth generation) (XV70)
1980Celica Camry, with Carina bones
1982V10 launches as an independent Camry
1991XV10 goes wide; Japan gets Scepter
2006First hybrid for the 2007 model year
2017New architecture, 54 farewell hybrids
2020AWD choice and a 301-hp TRD
2025Hybrid-only, up to 232 hp
  1. 1980

    Celica Camry, with Carina bones

    Japan gets the Celica Camry: a four-door with second-generation Carina mechanicals and a stretched chassis, introducing the Camry name.1

  2. 1982

    V10 launches as an independent Camry

    The V10 establishes Camry as its own model, using Toyota's first transverse-engine, front-wheel-drive layout.15

  3. 1991

    XV10 goes wide; Japan gets Scepter

    The XV10 sedan and wagon bring a wider body for overseas buyers; Japan receives the larger car under the Scepter name.5

  4. 2006

    First hybrid for the 2007 model year

    The XV40 reaches North America as a 2007 model, adding the first Camry hybrid alongside conventional four- and six-cylinder engines.6

  5. 2017

    New architecture, 54 farewell hybrids

    The 2018 Camry adopts Toyota New Global Architecture; gas models get eight speeds. Australia salutes local production with 54 Commemorative Edition hybrids.78

  6. 2020

    AWD choice and a 301-hp TRD

    Canadian AWD models use RAV4-derived hardware; the separate TRD combines 301 hp with upgraded dampers, anti-roll bars and brakes.29

  7. 2025

    Hybrid-only, up to 232 hp

    A 2.5 L four-cylinder joins Toyota's fifth-generation hybrid system: 225 hp with front-wheel drive or 232 hp with AWD.10

Every generation

  • Toyota Celica Camry
    A40/A501979–1982
  • Toyota Camry (first generation)
    V101982–1986
  • Toyota Camry (second generation)
    V201986–1990 (Japan)
  • Toyota Camry / Scepter
    XV101991–1996 (Japan/North America)
  • Toyota Camry (fifth generation)
    XV302001–2006
  • Toyota Camry (sixth generation)
    XV402006–2011
  • Toyota Camry (seventh generation)
    XV502011–2019
  • Toyota Camry (eighth generation)
    XV70Introduced 2017

Power over the years

From 185 hp to 301 hp in 28 years.

0100200300400 1995200020052010201520202025 hp 1992 · 185 hp · SE V62002 · 157 hp · 2.4 L four-cylinder2002 · 192 hp · SE 3.0 L V62003 · 210 hp · 3.0 L V6 with VVT-i2004 · 225 hp · SE 3.3 L V62005 · 154 hp · 2.4 L four-cylinder (2005–2006)2005 · 210 hp · SE 3.3 L V6 (2005–2006)2007 · 268 hp · 3.5 L V62020 · 205 hp · XSE AWD 2.5 L four-cylinder2020 · 301 hp · TRD 3.5 L V62025 · 225 hp · 2.5 L hybrid FWD2025 · 232 hp · 2.5 L hybrid AWD 301 hp TRD 3.5 L V6 185 hp SE V6
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YearHorsepowerModel
1992185SE V6
20021572.4 L four-cylinder
2002192SE 3.0 L V6
20032103.0 L V6 with VVT-i
2004225SE 3.3 L V6
20051542.4 L four-cylinder (2005–2006)
2005210SE 3.3 L V6 (2005–2006)
20072683.5 L V6
2020205XSE AWD 2.5 L four-cylinder
2020301TRD 3.5 L V6
20252252.5 L hybrid FWD
20252322.5 L hybrid AWD

Versions

9 versions worth knowing, with their power.

  • DX / CE / LE / XLE (U.S.)

    Standard

    DX / CE / LE / XLE (U.S.)

  • Altise / Atara (Australia, XV50)

    Standard

    Altise / Atara (Australia, XV50)

    2011–2017

  • Hybrid (XV40, North America)

    Standard

    Hybrid (XV40, North America)

    2007–2011

    187 hp

  • Standard

    GLi 4WD / AWD (UK and Canada)

  • TRD

    Performance

    TRD

    301 hp

  • Limited

    Nightshade AWD (Canada)

    2026

    232 hp

  • Limited

    RZ (Australia, November revival)

    2016

    181 hp

  • Limited

    Commemorative Edition (Australia)

    2017

    202 hp

    54 built

  • Limited

    TS Supercharged (New Zealand)

    10 built

How to spot one

Look for

  • Camry relatives wore Vista, Scepter, Vienta, Apollo and Altis badges; Aurion has a different nose and tail.56
  • 1991–1996 generation: wraparound lights and a wedge profile; wagons use two rear wipers.1
  • Early regular XV40: three-bar grille, stepped hood and trunk.6
  • 2018 LE/XLE versus SE/XSE: different noses, tails, sills and wheels, designed to stand apart at 200 yards.7
  • 2025 generation: hammerhead nose and slim LED headlights, running lights and taillights.10

Year by year

  1. 1995 facelift

    The XV10 gains a body-color panel between the taillights, replacing the red or black strip used on 1992–1994 cars.17

  2. 2005 (U.S.)

    Chrome grille on mainstream trims, blacked-out grille on SE; reshaped lights and front bumper, plus new wheels.11

  3. January 2009 (XV40)

    The regular model gets larger front intakes and projector headlights; LED taillights spread beyond the hybrid.6

  4. 2015 (XV50)

    The XV50 receives a major exterior restyle and a 10 mm wider track, while retaining its generation designation.1223

  5. 2025

    A hammerhead front end, slim LED lights and Beyond Zero badging accompany the move to hybrid-only power.10

Don’t confuse it with

  • Photo of a Toyota Camry
    Camry
    Photo of a Toyota Scepter (XV10)
    Toyota Scepter (XV10)

    Toyota Scepter (XV10)

    1992–1994 headlights wrap around and incorporate fog lights; Scepter trunk trim and fender markers are further clues.17

  • Photo of a Toyota Camry
    Camry
    Photo of a Toyota Aurion (XV40)
    Toyota Aurion (XV40)

    Toyota Aurion (XV40)

    It shares Camry doors, roof and side glass. Different front and rear fascias, a deep grille and dual exhausts identify the Aurion.6

Against its rivals

  • Ford Taurus SHO (1992)

    Camry vs Ford Taurus SHO (1992)

    0–60 mph lower is better

    Camry7.5 s
    Ford Taurus SHO (1992)6.4 s
    15

  • Camry vs Nissan Maxima SE (1992)

    0–60 mph lower is better

    Camry7.5 s
    Nissan Maxima SE (1992)7 s
    15
  • Honda Accord Touring (2025)

    Camry vs Honda Accord Touring (2025)

    0–60 mph lower is better

    Camry6.9 s
    Honda Accord Touring (2025)6.7 s
    14

  • Camry vs Hyundai Sonata Limited Hybrid (2025)

    0–60 mph lower is better

    Camry6.9 s
    Hyundai Sonata Limited Hybrid (2025)7.7 s
    14

Prices

Value today $5.6K–$8.8K282930

Price when newAuction saleValue today
$0$20K$40K$60K 1995200020052010201520202025 Value today: $5,600–$8,750 1992 · $18,823 · US base, SE V61992 · $23,628 · US as tested, SE V62002 · $24,185 · US base, SE V62002 · $29,333 · US as tested, SE V62020 · $32,125 · US base, TRD2020 · $33,050 · US as tested, TRD2025 · $36,360 · US base, XLE AWD2025 · $42,577 · US as tested, XLE AWD 2025 · $8,750 · 1996 DX sedan, 48k miles, BaT2025 · $6,700 · 1994 LE wagon, 153k miles shown, BaT2026 · $5,700 · 2004 LE, 78k miles, BaT2026 · $5,600 · 1989 LE sedan, 98k miles, BaT2026 · $15,000 · 1983 LE sedan, 52k miles, BaT2026 · $7,200 · 1989 LE V6 sedan, 46k miles shown, BaT2026 · $9,700 · 1999 LE V6, 58k miles, BaT2026 · $9,900 · 2007 XLE, 34k miles, BaT2026 · $8,600 · 1991 LE AWD sedan, 105k miles shown, BaT $15.0K BaT, 2026
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Show the numbers
YearPriceAmountDetail
1992Price when new$18,823US base, SE V6
1992Price when new$23,628US as tested, SE V6
2002Price when new$24,185US base, SE V6
2002Price when new$29,333US as tested, SE V6
2020Price when new$32,125US base, TRD
2020Price when new$33,050US as tested, TRD
2025Price when new$36,360US base, XLE AWD
2025Price when new$42,577US as tested, XLE AWD
2025Auction sale$8,7501996 DX sedan, 48k miles, BaT
2025Auction sale$6,7001994 LE wagon, 153k miles shown, BaT
2026Auction sale$5,7002004 LE, 78k miles, BaT
2026Auction sale$5,6001989 LE sedan, 98k miles, BaT
2026Auction sale$15,0001983 LE sedan, 52k miles, BaT
2026Auction sale$7,2001989 LE V6 sedan, 46k miles shown, BaT
2026Auction sale$9,7001999 LE V6, 58k miles, BaT
2026Auction sale$9,9002007 XLE, 34k miles, BaT
2026Auction sale$8,6001991 LE AWD sedan, 105k miles shown, BaT
2026Value today$5,600–$8,750

The rest of the story is in the app

The full file tells why each version matters, the legend behind the car and what to check before buying one.

  • Versions

    • Why each of the 9 versions matters

  • Legend

    • 14 stories from its legend
    • “2007: NASCAR's rear-drive, V8 Camry”
    • “19 wins and a second Cup crown for Kyle Busch”

  • Generations

    • The story of each of the 8 generations

  • Market

    • 6 things to check before buying one
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Sources

Every fact on this page links to the source it rests on.

See all 36 sources
  1. Toyota Camry History: our super-selling saloon | Toyota UK mag.toyota.co.uk
  2. 2020 Toyota Camry TRD First Test Review motortrend.com
  3. 'Camrys in Predicaments' Facebook Group Is a Chronicle of Death for Toyota's Iconic Sedan thedrive.com
  4. 2002 Toyota Camry SE V-6 caranddriver.com
  5. Toyota Camry - Wikipedia en.wikipedia.org
  6. Toyota Camry (XV40) - Wikipedia en.wikipedia.org
  7. Toyota's challenge: Make 2018 Camry trim levels look distinctive autoweek.com
  8. Toyota Camry Commemorative Edition launched - Chasing Cars chasingcars.com.au
  9. Five Ways To Get A Grip: The All-New Toyota Camry AWD Edition media.toyota.ca
  10. Toyota Unveils the Powerful and Purely Hybrid Next Generation Camry media.toyota.ca
  11. Toyota Camry (XV30) - Wikipedia en.wikipedia.org
  12. Buying a Used Toyota Camry (2007-2017) - carsales.com.au carsales.com.au
  13. No Reserve: 1983 Toyota Camry LE Sedan for sale on BaT Auctions - sold for $15,000 on October 3, 2026 (Lot #266,416) | Bring a Trailer bringatrailer.com
  14. Camry vs. Accord vs. Sonata: Mid-Size Hybrid Sedans Compared caranddriver.com
  15. 1992 Triple Throwdown: Sporty Four-Doors Compared caranddriver.com
  16. Toyota Camry 2007-2011: pros and cons, common problems samarins.com
  17. Toyota Camry (XV10) - Wikipedia en.wikipedia.org
  18. Toyota Camry (XV20) - Wikipedia en.wikipedia.org
  19. 2016 Toyota Camry Special Edition Gonna Make You Notice – News – Car and Driver caranddriver.com
  20. 2023 Toyota Camry Nightshade Joins the Bronze-Wheels Club caranddriver.com
  21. What’s New: The 2026 Toyota Camry media.toyota.ca
  22. Toyota resurrects Camry RZ | GoAuto goauto.com.au
  23. Toyota Camry 2012-2017: pros and cons, common problems samarins.com
  24. Toyota Camry in NASCAR: A Decade and a Half of Turning Left caranddriver.com
  25. Kyle Busch Wins NASCAR Cup Series Championship - SpeedwayMedia.com speedwaymedia.com
  26. Everyday Racers Gather at the Starting Line in High-Performance Dailies forza.net
  27. Discover Your Next Daily Racer in Forza Motorsport forza.net
  28. No Reserve: 1989 Toyota Camry LE Sedan for sale on BaT Auctions - sold for $5,600 on May 25, 2026 (Lot #244,279) | Bring a Trailer bringatrailer.com
  29. No Reserve: 48k-Mile 1996 Toyota Camry DX Sedan for sale on BaT Auctions - sold for $8,750 on November 2, 2025 (Lot #217,835) | Bring a Trailer bringatrailer.com
  30. No Reserve: 2004 Toyota Camry LE for sale on BaT Auctions - sold for $5,700 on May 6, 2026 (Lot #241,279) | Bring a Trailer bringatrailer.com
  31. Buying a used Toyota Camry (2002-2006) - carsales.com.au carsales.com.au
  32. No Reserve: 1994 Toyota Camry LE Wagon for sale on BaT Auctions - sold for $6,700 on December 7, 2025 (Lot #222,440) | Bring a Trailer bringatrailer.com
  33. No Reserve: 34k-Mile 2007 Toyota Camry XLE for sale on BaT Auctions - sold for $9,900 on May 18, 2026 (Lot #243,095) | Bring a Trailer bringatrailer.com
  34. No Reserve: 46k-Mile 1989 Toyota Camry LE V6 Sedan for sale on BaT Auctions - sold for $7,200 on August 25, 2026 (Lot #259,548) | Bring a Trailer bringatrailer.com
  35. No Reserve: One-Owner 1999 Toyota Camry LE V6 for sale on BaT Auctions - sold for $9,700 on July 28, 2026 (Lot #254,729) | Bring a Trailer bringatrailer.com
  36. 1991 Toyota Camry LE AWD Sedan for sale on BaT Auctions - sold for $8,600 on January 20, 2026 (Lot #227,180) | Bring a Trailer bringatrailer.com
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  • carsales.com.au
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  • speedwaymedia.com
  • forza.net

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