2002 toyota Camry Starter

2002 Toyota Camry Starter: Wanting to widen both its photo and allure past just what it deems the "big middle" of the car-buying populace, Toyota has presented a fifth-generation variation of its midsize front-drive car. The Camry has been the very successful vehicle in the U.S. market for the past four years, though sales slipped rather throughout 2000 as the Honda Accord made a strong showing.

Toyota wishes to maintain that No. 1 slot with a sedan that's quieter and larger inside, and also a wheelbase that is 2 inches much longer compared to previously. To that end, designers have "widened its charm by sharpening its focus," says Don Esmond, general supervisor of the Toyota Division. At the same time, he claims it's crucial to "never lose sight of why satisfied Camry owners maintain returning again and again."

An all-new 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine that establishes 157 horse power-- a 15 percent boost in power-- is anticipated to enter into more than three-fourths of the automobiles. A five-speed-manual transmission is common with the four-cylinder engine, and also a four-speed automatic is optional. Camry's furnished with the 3.0-liter V-6 engine come just with the automatic transmission.

Toyota has actually reduced rates, included basic tools and also revised the Camry lineup. The low-end CE version is gone, so crank-down home windows are not offered. Designs currently include the standard LE, upscale XLE and also a flashy brand-new SE with different suspension adjusting and 16-inch sport tires. A navigation system is optional for the first time, as well as flexible pedals are scheduled to become readily available in January 2002.

Toyota's two-door Camry Solara sports car and convertible, as well as the Avalon car, are built on the exact same front-drive system as the prior-generation Camry. A lot of Camrys sold in the United States have been produced at Toyota's Georgetown, Ky., plant, and also the brand-new version asserts 85 percent domestic web content.


2002 Toyota Camry Starter


Outside

Toyota insists that the 2002 Camry has crisper, bolder, extra high end styling that is "an action from practical to sensuous," according to Job Manager Dan Hargitt. But the total appearance hasn't transformed drastically from the 4th generation. Two inches longer than earlier versions, the 107.1-inch wheelbase is a hair much longer than that of the Accord, as well as at 189.2 inches long overall, the Camry is about the very same size as its Honda competitor. The sporty SE car showcases a blackout grille, fog lights as well as a rear spoiler.

The Accord comes as a coupe and also car, but the Camry stays offered as a four-door car just. The Camry Solara sports car and also convertible have different designing as well as are treated as separate models, as well as the Solara version will certainly not be redesigned until later.

Interior

Toyota declares that rear legroom is 40 millimeters above before and guest hip points are greater. Area is adequate for 4 adults and acceptable for 5, and also the vehicle driver's seat has enough fore-aft traveling to suit tall as well as short people. Standard 60/40-split back seatbacks supplement the load quantity of the trunk, which currently holds 16.7 cubic feet of cargo.

Standard LE equipment consists of digital air conditioning, programmable automatic door locks, power windows as well as mirrors, a full-size spare tire and also a four-spoke tilt steering wheel. The center console has a bilevel storage space box. Added items on the XLE consist of power front seats, heated mirrors, automated climate control, an engine immobilizer/alarm system, keyless entrance and a rear sunshade. The sportier SE car gets distinct sport fabric upholstery, brushed chrome interior trim, a leather-wrapped gearshift bar and also sporting activity evaluates.

Under the Hood

Toyota's new 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine produces 157 hp as well as companions to either a five-speed-manual or four-speed-automatic transmission. The 192-hp, 3.0-liter V-6 comes just with the automated gearbox.

Safety and security

Curtain-type airbags are standard on the Camry XLE as well as are joined by side-impact air bags for the front seats. Front air bags deploy in 3 stages, relying on accident problems. Anti-skid brakes are standard on the XLE and also V-6 designs as well as are available as a choice on four-cylinder LE as well as SE cars.

Driving Impacts

If the Camry has actually been criticized for anything in the past, it's been dull designing. Then again, boosting layout isn't really just what creates more than 400,000 buyers per year to drive one residence from the car dealership. What most Camry customers seek is Toyota's track record for integrity as well as excellent quality, in addition to outstanding resale value. When it's time to offer the Camry, a person will aspire to get yours as a used model.

Although its appearance has made no giant jumps right into fresh territory, the new Camry's shape is appealing. All the various other Camry attributes are here, and if anything, they are far better than ever. Proprietors still get a happily comfortable ride, adequate interior room, blissful tranquility as well as sensibly energetic efficiency. Acceleration, actually, gets to well past the acceptable mark with the four-cylinder engine, which is nearly as silent as the V-6. No wonder so many customers are content with the four-cylinder versions.

Little charge in trip comfort is evident in the stylish new SE car, which guarantees a little tauter handling than various other Camry trims. However differences are less than dramatic. Followers of manual transmissions will be pleased to discover that the manual-transmission Camry executes admirably, its lever clicking crisply via the gears without a treatment worldwide.