2009 Toyota Camry

by Chuck Giametta

Table of Contents
2009 Toyota Camry Prices
2009 Toyota Camry Road Test
2009 Toyota Camry Competition
2010 Toyota Camry Review
2009 Toyota Camry Car Quote

2009 Toyota Camry Buying Advice
Accounting for some 60 percent of all Camry sales, the four-cylinder LE model is the most-popular Camry model. You won’t go wrong with the basic 2009 Toyota Camry CE model, however.

The 2009 Toyota Camry went on sale in February 2008.
The four-cylinder CE and LE are equipped nearly identically, though the LE’s base price is some $1,500 higher because it includes as standard two popular features – a power driver’s seat and remote keyless entry -- that aren’t available even as options on the CE.

At the other end of the 2009 Toyota Camry spectrum, consider the top-line Camry XLE model. It comes surprisingly close to duplicating the luxury feel of the Lexus ES 350. Lexus is Toyota’s premium brand, and Toyota uses the Camry’s underskin structure and V-6 engine as the basis for the ES 350.

The ES 350 is the best-selling Lexus model. A V-6 Camry XLE lists for about $30,000 when fully loaded with amenities such as heated front seats and a navigation system. Equipped similarly, the 2009 Lexus ES 350 lists for about $37,700. If you can resist the prestige of the Lexus brand, a 2009 Toyota Camry XLE is a luxury sedan bargain.

Don’t judge the 2009 Toyota Camry Hybrid solely by some fuel-cost versus purchase-price formula. Sure, you can spend a couple thousand less to buy a Camry with the conventional four-cylinder engine that will perform like the 2009 Camry Hybrid, and even approach its fuel economy.

The point is the Camry Hybrid does save gas compared to other cars of its size and performance, and puts fewer exhaust emissions into the air, to boot. And it doesn’t sacrifice any of Camry’s other virtues.

Basically, the 2009 Toyota Camry is a sterling example of a family car that demands little and delivers what it promises.

What you’ve got to know about the 2009 Toyota Camry
The 2009 Toyota Camry continues as the “comfortable sweater” of midsize cars – roomy, familiar, and with no rough edges.

The strength of the 2009 Toyota Camry is a level of isolation from unpleasant road, wind, and mechanical ruckus that rivals cars costing far more. The 2009 Toyota Camry is more than competent in any driving situation, but if you’re looking for a sporty experience, the 2009 Toyota Camry isn’t your first choice.

Camry blends outstanding refinement and sedan sensibility, but isn’t an excitement machine.
The 2009 Toyota Camry release date is February 2008.

What’s changed about the 2009 Toyota Camry
The 2009 Toyota Camry is unchanged from the 2008 Toyota Camry, though base prices increase by about $150. The 2009 Toyota Camry carries on a Camry design generation introduced for the 2007 model year.

When the Camry was redesigned for the 2007 model year, it grew in size, got new styling inside and out, and gained several new features versus the 2002-2006 design generation.
No change to the 2009 Toyota Camry will significantly alter its performance or passenger accommodations from those of the 2008 model. Statements in this review about performance and accommodations are based on detailed test drives of the 2008 Toyota Camry.

What you can expect from the 2009 Toyota Camry
The 2009 Toyota Camry delivers more of the formula that has made the Camry America’s best-selling car for six consecutive years, and for 10 of the past 11 years. A four-door sedan remains the sole body style. Four-cylinder and V-6 engines, plus a gas-electric Hybrid model return.

With no significant changes expected before the 2012 model year, the 2009 Toyota Camry is a safe bet to look and feel fresh for the next few years.