Once upon a time, the Japanese managed to create a truly popular car, which was sold out in all parts of the world: in Russia it is purchased by average entrepreneurs, minor officials and other relatively wealthy people; in the United States, it is purchased by everyone who has not acquired a pickup truck.
new Toyoa Camry 2021
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And now the ingenious Japanese are again ready to present an update to this model - the 2018 Toyota Camry XV70. According to some reports, the new Camry occupies one of the leading positions in the list of the most anticipated car new products of 2021. What is this car like?
Variety of choices
Before you start washing the bones of the updated 2018 Toyota Camry, it’s worth saying a few words about the fact that it is available to buyers in two design solutions: the first is more suitable for conservatives - a “traditional” appearance with an enlarged false radiator grille (L, LE, XLE), the second the “evil” design with an aggressive front and sporty body kit (SE, XSE) is more suitable for daring people with an “iron grip”.
Main competitors
Camry 2021 (the start of sales in Russia is scheduled for the middle of the year) is a competitor to quite a large number of sedans with attractive performance characteristics. Camry's classmates include:
- Honda Accord
- Ford Mondeo.
- Hyundai Sonata.
- KIA Optima GT.
- Mazda 6.
- Opel Insignia Grand Sport.
- Subaru Legacy.
- Volkswagen Passat.
- Hyundai i40.
Some of the cars listed above are characterized by a higher quality interior and a combination of a huge number of different options. Representatives of the Asian automobile industry are considered to have a more affordable offer.
Fascinating design
In the “traditional” version, the new body of the updated Toyota Camry is identical to its “aggressive” version, but in the first version the owner will receive a wide - the length of the entire front part - false radiator grille on the lower part of the front bumper, while in the second version the bumper will have a sporty look with peculiar air intakes on the sides of the bumper.
Similar differences are typical for the rear of the car - in the standard version, the updated Camry has a stylish but typical bumper with a single exhaust pipe, in the second case, owners will be content with an emotion-stirring rear sports bumper with aggressive divisions into sections and a pair of dual exhaust pipes, that looks really awesome!
When making the new Camry, the Japanese focused not only on a mesmerizing design that will attract attention, they also remained true to themselves and, as always, paid great attention to safety.
The manufacturing company has increased the use of high-strength steels when creating the car, which has made its body more rigid and durable, and therefore safer for the driver and passengers.
In addition, buyers will also have access to two color options (not counting the standard white): metallic and mother-of-pearl. For the first you will have to pay an additional 21,000 rubles, for the second color option - 32,000 rubles. Prices are fixed and will not change depending on the cost of the configuration.
Love Formula
The recipe for creating such a car is simple, like all ingenious things, but in the case of the Camry, not many manufacturers have the necessary ingredients at their disposal. The first is more car for the same money, the second is legendary reliability and the third is the prestige of the brand even in the economy segment. Toyota has an exclusive patent for “legendary reliability” and prestige, despite the mass brand - after all, the Land Cruiser itself is produced under the same logo.
Originally created for the American consumer, the Camry was never a driver's car and was rather famous for its smooth ride. Sometimes even excessive. American examples in the V40 body, which came to Russia through “gray” channels, could be recognized by their stooped “posture” and imposing swaying on every bump. Fortunately, Camry, officially sold in Russia, was still tuned to the tastes of the European client.
Since then, Camry received Russian registration, so by the end of the 2000s, most of the cars on the market were either made in Russia or imported from Japan. The model was firmly entrenched at the top of the “business” segment that even market fluctuations or permanent crises could not prevent it. In fact, an unspoken rule has formed: “if you don’t know what to take, take a Camry.” The St. Petersburg “registration” only consolidated the success, allowing one to participate in government tenders and end up in garages for special and not very special purposes.
The versions were slightly different in different markets. So, the car in the V40 body was almost identical, but the 50th series in Russia and the USA received noticeable differences. Just two years ago, a Camry in the V60 body appeared on the American market, which never came to Russia, but before we knew it, the 70th series was already in line, based on the new TNGA platform, potentially capable of turning a boring business into a business. -sedana driver's car. This already smacks of revolution...
Comfortable salon
The inside of the new Toyota Camry 2021 has undergone as significant changes as the outside. The changes affected both the front panel - it has changed significantly in appearance and acquired a finish made of high-quality materials, and the central part, where the eight-inch touch screen of the multimedia system is located. The developers decided to give the lower part of the touch screen control of dual-zone climate control, which has become one of the many amenities in the cabin of the 2021 Toyota Camry model year. In general, the front panel is trimmed with leather, soft plastic and has chrome and dark wood imitation inserts.
interior of the updated Camry 2018
The Toyota company puts the interests of its customers first, and therefore cars are produced in such a way that they are as comfortable and safe as possible. It is precisely on the basis of this customer-oriented policy that after restyling, the Toyota Camry received a comfortable and well-equipped interior. Thus, the driver’s seat has twelve adjustment modes for various positions, the front passenger seat has half as many modes. For visual effect throughout the cabin, the doors and dashboard have built-in lighting that has several color modes.
Initially, it is clear that for the most part the dimensions of the new Camry body remain identical, but more precise figures still need to be given:
— length: 4859 mm; — width: 1839 mm; — height: 1440 mm; — wheelbase size: 2824 mm; — trunk capacity: 483 l.
Interior
Camry 2021, in comparison with other models produced under this brand, has a higher quality and modern interior. The design style is original and involves the use of a large number of different materials for finishing. Design features include the following points:
- The steering wheel has a simple style; several keys are placed on the side spokes. Plastic is used in production; the expensive version uses high-quality leather.
- The dashboard is ultra-modern. It is represented by two wells and a high-quality display, which is located between them. The display is designed as a background structure and can display complex information.
- The central part of the console has a complex shape. The company abandoned the style of using rectangular shapes and straight lines.
- Many functions have been transferred to the display of the multimedia system. It is made in the form of a touch surface, there are several mechanical keys and controls.
- The tunnel between the seats is represented by the transmission control handle, as well as several keys that are responsible for the operation of the electric handbrake and other systems. In addition, two cup holders were placed.
- In the expensive version, a start/stop button is installed to control the motor.
- Comfort is enhanced by the placement of a large armrest between the front seats.
To emphasize the high class of the sedan, natural wood, metal plates, plastic with varying hardness, as well as high-quality leather are used for finishing. The second row is represented by a sofa with an armrest.
Engine variability
Due to the fact that the manufacturing company still maintains intrigue around the updated Toyota Camry model, there is not much information about the technical characteristics of the car, but the main indicators are still known. Of course, Toyota did not hide about the engines - the car will be equipped with the following powertrain options:
— V6 petrol engine with a volume of 3.5 liters. The power of such a motor reaches 299 horsepower, maximum torque is 357 Nm. It has not yet been possible to obtain data on consumption, but perhaps they will not be necessary, because due to Russian taxes, cars with such an engine may not be in demand. — Gasoline 4-cylinder engine with a volume of 2.5 liters. Its power will be a good 178 “horses”, torque at peak – 231 Nm, and consumption – 7.6 liters of fuel per 100 kilometers (combined cycle is taken into account).
— Hybrid engine of the latest generation THS II. There is no exact data on its characteristics (but there are many scattered indicators that should not be announced due to their unconfirmed reliability). It is known that fuel consumption will be about 4.4 liters per hundred square kilometers in the combined cycle and about 5 liters outside the city.
It is also worth noting that the base Toyota Camry model for the Russian market will presumably be equipped with a 2-liter gasoline engine producing 150 hp. coupled with an eight-speed automatic transmission (which will be installed on cars of other trim levels and with other engines).
Behavior on the road
The sensations from driving a car and its “ability to stay on the road” when test driving a Camry are quite contradictory, because there is no outright dissatisfaction with the car, but there are no downright enthusiastic responses either. And the whole point is... For example, the gas pedal is quite sluggish - it seems as if it is in a kind of jelly, which is why you have to constantly press and release it while driving. This state of affairs cannot please, but there is also nothing to be annoyed about here.
The same half-hearted feeling comes from the brakes. On German cars, which are known for their rigidity, when you press the brakes hard, the car stops dead in its tracks. On the new Camry, the suspension ensures smooth movement, therefore, when braking, it begins to gradually bow forward, and when starting, back. This may give you a feeling that the brakes are not working effectively, but it is important to note that this is just a feeling.
In general, the car stays confidently on the road, goes smoothly, and small holes and bumps are practically not noticeable when hitting, because the car’s suspension “eats everything.” Handling is excellent, but it can be characterized by a certain regularity - on the updated Toyota Camry you will not feel any sharp jerks or jerks. In fact, the tested car is very suitable for those who are committed to a quiet ride and do not expect racing performance from the car, although it cannot be accused of being slow.
Options and prices
In total, the Toyota Camry 2021 model year has nine trim levels, the cost of which varies from 1,550,000 to 2,150,000 rubles. Thus, the basic configuration (Standart) occupies the bottom line in the price range, Comfort will cost 1,700,000 and is the “recommended” minimum configuration for purchase, because it has a minimum set of functions necessary for comfort in order to feel the car. Luxe is the most expensive and equipped with the highest level of comfort and safety.
Specifications
| Engine | 2.5L, 181 hp (231 Nm), 4-cylinder, gasoline |
| Box | 6 tbsp. machine |
| type of drive | front |
| Brake system | disc, front ventilated |
| Front suspension | Independent McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Independent spring, with two levers |
| Maximum speed | 210 km/h |
| Acceleration sec. up to 100 km/h | 9,0 |
| Length, mm | 4885 |
| Width, mm | 1840 |
| Height, mm | 1455 |
| Base, mm | 2825 |
| Ground clearance, mm | 155 |
| Number of seats | 5 (2+3) |
| Trunk volume | 506 l |
| Vehicle weight (kg) | 1555/2030 |
| Fuel consumption | 6.4/11.5/8.3 l |
| Tank volume, l | 60 |
Photo bonus of the new Toyota Camry 2018-2019:
Specifications
The car became a little larger, and the wheelbase was increased. The body dimensions are as follows:
- Width 1,825 mm.
- The length is 4,850 mm.
- The height of the sedan is 1,480 mm.
- The wheelbase was brought to 2,775 mm.
When choosing a car for use on Russian roads, attention is often paid to the ground clearance indicator. In this case it is 160 mm. Many representatives of the class have similar ground clearance.
