My-Dream-Cars reviews Toyota Camry Hybrid

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There are many hybrid vehicles on the market today. Unfortunately due to the unique technology they don’t come cheap, developments and experiments with high powered engines made them more expensive. The perks provided by luxury cars come at a price. If being environmental friendly is this heavy on the wallet then why buy?

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Hybrid vehicles may be an instant shock to the wallet but they are beneficial in the long run. Apart from SUVs and luxury vehicles there are also compact four doors that may provide an alternative for the average Joe. Following the success of the Camry, Toyota has decided to give the model a fresh new trim by turning it into a hybrid. Using Toyota’s latest hybrid technology, the Camry may provide to be an alternative to expensive hybrids.

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The original Camry didn’t give its owner many problems. It’s priced right, big and powerful enough for the average Joe. With soaring gas prices, more people are willing to support and pay for hybrid technology. This prompted Toyota to hybridize its Camry to give customers a break from expensive sedans and Sports Utility vehicle hybrids.

Like other hybrids today, the Camry is equipped with a gasoline engine and electric motor combo. It has a 192 horsepower and runs at 38 miles per gallon. It still has the same accessories as of the previous Camry like alloy wheels, daytime headlights, power heated mirrors, six CD changer on the dashboard, eight way power and eight stereo speakers. The CD changer is compatible with a mp3.

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It’s still equipped with standard safety features such as airbags in the front, on the seat mounts for side impact, at the side curtain, and for the driver’s knee.

The main difference is additional features. The hybrid Camry has a push button start system, Smart Entry keyless locking, power door locks, anti-lock out windows and the air-conditioning relies on the electric motor. It also has anti-lock breaking system and Toyota’s Vehicle Dynamics Integrated System. The latter has traction and stability control with other electronic devices for vehicle control.

The Camry may not look as stylish as other luxury sedans and SUVs. But if you are looking for an affordable car that has been tried and tested this would be a good car for you. You don’t really need lots of horsepower for city driving. The Camry provides the best of both worlds while still being able to be accessible for the average Joe.

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SPECIFICATIONS

• Engine : 3.5-liter DOHC 24-valve Dual VVT-i V6; 268 hp @ 6200 rpm/248 lb.-ft. @ 4700 rpm
• Emission Rating : Ultra Low Emission Vehicle (ULEV-II)
• Ignition : Electronic, with Toyota Direct Ignition (TDI)
• 6-speed electronically controlled automatic overdrive with intelligence (ECT-i)
• Drivetrain: Front engine, front-wheel drive
• Body Construction : Unitized body with front and rear vibration-dampening sub-frames
• Suspension : MacPherson strut front suspension with gas-filled shock absorbers and stabilizer bar, dual-link independent MacPherson strut rear suspension with gas-filled shock absorbers and stabilizer bar (SE adds sport-tuned shock absorbers and springs, strut tower and trunk-mounted braces)
• Steering : Variable-assist power rack-and-pinion (Hybrid adds electric power-assist)
• Brakes : Power-assisted ventilated front/solid rear disc 4-channel 3-sensor Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) with Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist

EXTERIOR Features

• Aerodynamic multi-reflector halogen headlamps with blackout sport trim and auto on/off feature
• Integrated front fog lamps
• 17-in. 6-spoke alloy wheels with P215/55R17 tires
• Dual color-keyed power outside mirrors
• High Solar Energy-Absorbing (HSEA) glass
• Washer-linked variable intermittent windshield wipers with mist cycle
• Blackout sport grille
• Heavy-duty electric rear window defogger with timer
• Dual exhaust
• Chrome-tipped exhaust
• Color-keyed front and rear underbody spoilers and side rocker panel moldings

INTERIOR Features

• Multi-function remote keyless entry system with lock, unlock, trunk-release panic features and illuminated entry
• Tilt/telescopic steering wheel with audio controls
• Cruise control
• 3-spoke leather-wrapped sport steering wheel and shift lever
• Fabric seat and door trim with integrated armrests and dual front and rear map pockets
• Unique Sport fabric
• Metallic-style interior trim with chrome door handle accents
• Multi-adjustable power driver’s seat with adjustable seatback and lumbar support
• Defroster-linked CFC-free air conditioning with dust and pollen filter
• AM/FM CD player with MP3/WMA playback capability, auxiliary audio jack, six speakers and in-glass antenna
• Day/night rearview mirror
• Illuminated entry
• Power windows with driver’s auto-down and retained-power features
• Power automatic door locks with anti-lockout feature
• Optitron meters with speedometer, tachometer, coolant temperature and fuel level gauges; digital odometer and twin tripmeters with outside temperature display
• Blue Optitron sport meters
• Foot pedal parking brake
• Remote hood, trunk and fuel-filler door releases
• Overhead console with maplights and sunglasses holder
• Lockable illuminated glove box
• Digital quartz clock
• Bi-level covered center console with storage
• Two 12V auxilary power outlets
• Front cup holders
• Fold-down rear center armrest with dual cup holders
• Trunk luggage box

SAFETY Features

• Driver and front passenger Advanced Airbag System
• Driver and front passenger front seat-mounted side airbags and front and rear side curtain airbags
• Driver’s knee airbag
• 3-point front seatbelts with adjustable shoulder anchors and driver-side Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR), front passenger Automatic/Emergency Locking Retractor (ALR/ELR)
• 3-point rear seatbelts with Automatic/Emergency Locking Retractors (ALR/ELR) for all passengers
• Outboard rear seatbelt comfort guides
• Front and rear crumple zones and side-impact door beams
• Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) with Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist
• Direct Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)
• Energy-absorbing collapsible steering column
• Child-protector rear door locks
• Rear-seat Child Restraint System (CRS) lower anchors and top tether brackets (LATCH)
• Internal trunk-release handle
• Battery-saver feature–deactivates interior lights after 20 minutes
• Daytime Running Lights (DRL) with off mode
• Engine immobilizer

My-Dream-Cars reviews Toyota Camry Hybrid