In the mid-90s, only class E cars were considered to be a business class, but by the beginning of the 2000s, the classification had gone astray. There were simply no “non-premium” cars of this class left, but the D-class was so big in size that at first they began to call it D +, and then it turned out that it was most convenient to call this class of cars “mid-size or business class”, by analogy with the American classification . So everyone understands what it's about.
In Russia, large, but not particularly "premium" cars were bought for personal use, for corporate parks, and for the needs of middle and senior officials. Today we will talk about a car that for a long time became the face of the class and the best-selling car among its own kind in Russia for many years - Toyota Camry in its sixth generation, that is, in the body of XV 40.
The model was produced from 2006 to 2011, and for us it is interesting because its success forced Toyota to open production near St. Petersburg. According to the localization standards in force today, this is a “domestic” car, which is clearly seen in various government procurements and the abundance of these sedans near various federal buildings.
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What is the reason for such success? It is unlikely that the matter is in the appearance of the car. It is quite "Central Asian", although quite characteristic. It doesn't have the most luxurious interior. And in terms of technology, the car is not at all surprising - everything is simple and standard: atmospheric engines, simple automatic transmissions. Unless the MacPherson strut instead of a multi-link at the rear can generally be considered a curiosity, but for Toyota this is just typical.
Pictured: Toyota Camry "2006–09
The secret lies in the combination of reliability and brand image, comfort and a successful pricing policy of the manufacturer. And, of course, in localization and public procurement. The car itself is not much, but better than all competitors on average: it does not have too cheap trim levels, the design is calmer than that of the Teana, and the quality of the main units is excellent.
These machines have very few serious problems - it's true. And the quality of service is higher than that of other brands - Toyota still does not support “pseudo-environmental” standards for increasing maintenance intervals, obliging owners to change engine oil, filters and other consumables every 10 thousand.
There are still enough people who want to buy a reliable car, which is why prices are kept at a very high level. At the moment, a ten-year-old Camry is at least a third more expensive than its classmates, and even premium European E-class cars of the same age.
Pictured: Toyota Camry LE "2009–11 Of course, at first glance it is strange that someone would prefer a Toyota Mercedes in the 211th body, but if you look at the number of problems that await a typical buyer and the planned costs, everything falls into place. Mercedes, taking into account operating costs for a couple of years, will end up being more expensive, and noticeably. So everything is correct: Toyota is bought by the thrifty, and Mercedes is bought by those who can afford it. Or is it not so simple?
Let's take a closer look at the nuances of the design, because the first cars have already exceeded the ten-year threshold, which by the standards of any brand is a respectable age, and the youngest cars of this generation are already over five years old. Say, at this age they manage to deliver a bunch of expensive problems. But Toyota is different.
Body
There are no questions about the quality of anti-corrosion treatment for Camry. Well, almost none. Few instances have slight paint swelling on the hood or on the edges of the doors. According to most owners, this is a real nightmare and horror. In fact - quite typical little things in life.
The coloring itself is not so perfect, the paintwork is easily overwritten by the age of five, and the front end suffers from numerous chips and scuffs. Particularly goes to wide bumpers - on their smooth surface, all defects are visible at a glance. In general, many seal the entire front with “armored film” or paint it with “ceramics” - an especially durable varnish.
Pictured: Toyota Camry LE ‘2009–11 An even rarer occurrence is corrosion at the edges of the arches. It is found on cars from Moscow or St. Petersburg, with very high mileage and banal "sandblasting" and poor service. Practice shows that these are not necessarily cars after an accident and body repair: with a disregard for even a Toyota body at that age will be far from in perfect condition.
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Saved by the good quality of dealer service, paintwork warranty and, oddly enough, the high residual price of cars. After all, deciding to paint a car at a price of 700 thousand rubles is much easier than a car at a price of about 300 thousand. The cost of the operation is approximately the same in both cases, and the increase in cost varies dramatically.
If you look more carefully, you will also find corrosion of the subframes, a slight violation of the seam sealant in the area of \u200b\u200bthe front spars of the floor and the engine compartment. Perhaps - clogged drains of the windshield niche and all small things.
But in general, the condition differs for the better from all cars of comparable age. If we talk about bodies, then only Opel Vectra C, Volvo S 60 and S 80, Audi until 2008, and even BMW are kept at a similar or slightly lower level of cars comparable in class. Now this level of anti-corrosion protection is not in vogue.
Pictured: Toyota Camry "2009–11 Front bumper
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True, the Japanese approach, unfortunately, does not provide for stainless steel fasteners and decorative elements resistant to road chemicals. All "chrome" and various bolts with nuts under the hood and the bottom of the car peel off and rust on a common basis. They solve problems in different ways. Someone paints over the chrome and does not pay attention to the difficulties with suspension maintenance due to corroding fasteners, someone changes the elements to new or “contract” ones and anticorrosives everything to the smallest detail. To the credit of the owners, the last service option is quite typical, fans of reliability go to extra costs to maintain it.
The list of unpleasant little things with the body does not end there. The lower "lip" of the front bumper on cars before restyling is a typical repair site. An unsuccessful design breaks out any unsuccessful contact with curbs or snowdrifts, a breakdown when reversing is especially characteristic. On many cars, this part of the bumper was repaired and reinforced, sometimes even more than once. Replacing a bumper with a restyled one is much more expensive than repair, and usually these are the consequences of a more serious blow. The “issue price” is more than 60 thousand rubles, and includes the replacement of the bumper, head optics, fog lights and many additional elements.
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Door handles are weak, and the paint peels off them. In winter, you need to be careful, when freezing the door, you should not pull it with all your might. The windshield is quite soft, and by the mileage of 100,000 it can be quite worn out. As well as the front optics - but it is mainly harmed by the burnout of headlight reflectors, and not by cloudy glass.
There are simply no really serious and regular problems. Very careful study of almost all elements affects. When inspecting the car, you understand why it is so appreciated. All vulnerabilities are covered very carefully. The interface between bumpers and fenders is designed so that friction is almost eliminated even with inaccurate installation. The plastic of the thresholds and lockers is quite soft, withstands stones and is carefully fixed. The tightness of the design is thought out to the smallest detail - the plums do not get dirty, moisture does not get into the internal cavities from above, the drainage is made with a good margin and is reluctant to get dirty, except if you constantly park the car under the trees in the fall.
However, do not be surprised that the owners of the previous Camry in the body of the XV 30 consider this car not very reliable, and the body - ill-conceived. After all, the paintwork becomes cloudy, the door opening limiters click, the mirrors break upon impact, and it will not work to polish the scratch. In general, the ideal of “real imperial quality” is still (or rather, already) far away.
Salon
There are a little more difficulties with the interior than with the body. Quite pleasant at first glance, the interior with age demonstrates a lack of quality materials and peeling off of the ubiquitous silver, the skin is wrinkled, and the fabric gets dirty and loses its appearance. Yes, and the “wood” in practice is not very resistant to our temperatures as an aquaprint, and the varnish often peels off and wears out.
By a run of 200 thousand, the interior retains its original silence only if new original fasteners are used for any work, accurate reinforcement work during maintenance and replacement of wear elements such as seals. The abundance of large plastic parts in the door upholstery and especially the huge rear shelf do not contribute to silence at all.
In the photo: Interior Toyota Camry XLE "2006–09 Typical troubles after a hundred or one and a half thousand run are the squeaks of the glove box and the center console. In specialized services of this kind, problems can be easily cured. There are also such unpleasant little things as the rattle of door handles, a steering shaft or an interior mirror. It is not easy to detect them - it seems to the driver that the sound is coming from somewhere from the right corner of the front panel or from under it, but it is difficult to localize the problem on the spot, but it does not work on the go.
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Wide seats with such a mileage are noticeably deformed, and if the driver is heavy, then the driver’s seat gets a frankly sitting look by one and a half hundred thousand mileage. Power adjustments usually work reliably, but driver seat harness contact sometimes causes airbag error. By the way, after 60-70 thousand mileage, for drivers who are especially “steering”, a similar effect is given by the wear of the steering cable, but more often this manifests itself as a failure of the buttons on it.
In the photo: Interior of the Toyota Camry LE "2009–11 The failure of the power window unit is not uncommon, there was even a recall campaign for it. If the glass rises up and then stubbornly falls to half, then do not rush to fix the defect yourself - check with the dealer if your car is subject to recall. You can also get new floor mats and new mounts from the dealer as part of the same recall campaign - the driver's mat can fix the gas pedal in the depressed state, which, of course, is very dangerous. Don't want to go to the dealer? Better fix the carpets better, and cut the area at the gas pedal. Many non-original rugs are still made from the old patterns and suffer from the same problem.
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The list of problems is mostly "cosmetic" - it can be considered exemplary behavior for a car of this class. The quality of sound insulation and materials does not reach the standards set by the German "premium", but the level of comfort is more than sufficient, and all this is easily repaired, changed and maintained.
Electrical and electronics
If not for the generator, there would be no serious shortcomings. However, cars of our and Japanese assembly have an overrunning clutch in the generator drive, which sometimes does not withstand even hundreds of thousands of mileage. Unpleasant noise during operation and a flying belt for driving additional units are on her conscience. However, no one bothers to replace it with a solid pulley from American cars. The resource of the generator itself before replacing the brushes is usually about 150 thousand, but the operation is simple and inexpensive.
Pictured: Toyota Camry XLE "2006–09 Headlight gas discharge
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On machines with a 2.4 engine, where a 4-speed automatic transmission is installed, selector failures occur, which refuses to switch. Most often, the problem is easily fixed - by simply disassembling it and cleaning it or replacing the brake pedal sensor. Another option is the failure of the lock motor, which works in the Parking position. If it stops working, you will not switch out of "parking". The motor is inexpensive to replace, and especially economical owners simply remove the lock pin.
There are no complaints about the wiring: it is extremely simple, and there are almost no weak points. Only the trunk lid harness can fray, all other parts of it are holding perfectly. And also, if they did it in the car, they could remove the numerous points of attachment of the internal harnesses to the body panels, which usually provokes chafing of the “corrugation” over time, and then the wires themselves.
An unpleasant feature of the Camry is the open location of the ECU - the engine control unit. When stealing, this is the main drawback: it is literally replaced with a “stitched” one within thirty seconds, and the car leaves. In addition to replacing the block, there is also a method with flashing new keys - unfortunately, this is also a quick operation due to software vulnerability. So, in addition to protecting the engine compartment and the control unit itself, it is recommended to remove it from its regular place.
Pictured: Toyota Camry "2006–09 Of course, a bunch of alarms and immobilizers are Camry's eternal companions, which negatively affect the reliability of its electrical circuits. When buying, it is recommended to clarify whether the owner has a map for installing various secrets, whether there are “ambushes” like resoldering the ECU connector to prevent its replacement and other points that may drastically complicate the life of the new owner in the future.
What else?
It seems that everything is not bad at all: the electrics are very simple, the body is preserved with dignity, except that the interior can let us down. And what about the main units? Let's tell. Oddly enough, Camry has at least one serious pitfall in the "face" of the 3.5 engine.
The fourth-generation Toyota Camry business sedan (XV40) made its official debut at the Detroit Auto Show in January 2006. Three years later, the car underwent a slight restyling, which consisted mainly of cosmetic improvements to the body design and some innovations in the interior, after which it was produced unchanged until 2011, when the next generation model was introduced.
Strict streamlined lines, a “good-natured” full face and a swift profile - Toyota Camry looks very attractive, while it will definitely not stand out in the general stream. A high bumper in tandem with narrow headlights adds an intriguing look to the car, and the stern is perceived as somewhat heavy, although rounded shapes noticeably conceal the real dimensions of the body.
The 4th generation Camry belongs to the E-class according to European standards: 4815 mm long, 1480 mm high and 1820 mm wide. The wheelbase of 2775 mm provides plenty of space for passengers, and the ground clearance of 160 mm is well suited for Russian roads.
Salon Toyota Camry fully corresponds to the rank of the car - successful architecture, modern design and high-quality performance. The large steering wheel with a thin rim is truly multifunctional: it contains buttons for controlling the audio system, trip computer, temperature adjustment and more. The dashboard is represented by large "saucers" with a screen in the center of the speedometer field. The center console has a solid appearance and a convenient location of all organs: a color display of the multimedia complex flaunts at the top (in the available versions - a simpler audio system), and a little lower is the air conditioning unit.
The interior of the Japanese sedan is trimmed with high-quality materials, including soft plastics, diluted with silver inserts for metal and wood, as well as genuine leather, which is worn in the "top" versions of the seats.
The "residential area" of the Toyota Camry "in the 40th body" meets the standards of the business class. The front seats of the car are roomy and hospitable to riders of any size, endowed with a huge range of adjustments (254-260 mm), but deprived of lateral support. The rear sofa is suitable for three riders: the filling is soft, shapelessness allows you to sit with maximum comfort, and there is as much space in all directions as necessary by the standards of the segment.
Under the baggage of the "fortieth Camry" allotted 535 liters. The shape of the cargo compartment is far from ideal - the walls narrow in depth, and there are a lot of extra corners, although a full-size "reserve" is hidden in its underground. The rear seat folds down (in expensive versions in a ratio of 40:20:40, and in affordable ones - 60:40), increasing the capacity of the car for carrying luggage.
Specifications. In the Russian market, the "fourth" Toyota Camry was offered with two engines that meet Euro-4 environmental standards.
As a base for the sedan, a 2.4-liter VVT-i four-cylinder unit was installed, which produces 167 horsepower at 6000 rpm and 224 Nm of torque at 4000 rpm. It has five-speed gearboxes - “automatic” and “mechanics”, which provide the car with acceleration to the first hundred in 9.1-9.3 seconds, a peak speed of 205-210 km / h and an average fuel consumption in mixed mode at the level of 8.5-9.9 liters.
The “top” option is the 3.5-liter V-shaped “six” Dual VVT-i, representing the 2GR-FE family, with a pair of camshafts and dual variable valve timing technology. Its capabilities are as follows - 277 "horses" at 6200 rpm and 346 Nm of torque at 4700 rpm. A link with the motor is formed by a non-alternative "automatic" in six steps. After 6.8 seconds Camry goes to conquer the second hundred, conquers the maximum 230 km / h, "eating" at the same time 9.9 liters of gasoline in the combined cycle.
The Toyota Camry XV40 is based on the Toyota K architecture with independent suspensions (springs, MacPherson struts) on each of the axles. The car is equipped with brake discs on all wheels with ABS, EBS, brake assist and electronic brake force distribution technology. The steering mechanism of the Japanese sedan "flaunts" the power steering.
The three-volume Camry XV40 is a solid appearance, high quality workmanship, reliable design, rich equipment and inexpensive maintenance. Among the shortcomings - not the best in class soundproofing and weak brakes for such a large model.
Prices. In 2015, you can buy the "fourth" Toyota Camry in the Russian secondary market at a price of 700,000 to 1,000,000 rubles - the total cost depends on the technical condition, equipment level and year of production.
If we talk about trim levels, then even the most “empty” sedan has a set of airbags (front and side), dual-zone climate control, fog lights, heated front seats, power accessories, standard “music”, power steering and on-board computer.
15.03.2017
Experienced motorists know that the Toyota Camry lineup is one of the most sought after and popular on the Eastern European market. Every year the Japanese manufacturer pays more and more attention to it. The concern from the country of the Rising Sun released the first model back in 1982. As of 2017, the 8th generation of cars has already been officially presented.
note! Taking into account the generation and country of sale of cars, they belong to the middle, business and even premium class.
Over the 35-year history of the development of this model, the Camry generation has changed dramatically, not only externally, but also technically. Today's article is entirely devoted to the popular Japanese car. With its help, you can trace the evolution of Toyota Camry and the solutions that were used in different generations of the model.
First generation ( v10, 1982-1986)
The original Camry model was introduced to the Japanese domestic market in 82 of the last century. The car came out in 2 bodies - "hatchback" and "sedan". The car felt a special style, and it was expressed mainly in angular elements. Specifications looked like this:
- 1.8 or 2 liter gasoline power unit;
- fuel consumption - 8.5 l / 100 km, with 1.8 mechanics and ≈10 l / 100 km, with a 2l automatic;
- – automatic or mechanical;
- acceleration to 100 km - ≈12 s;
- maximum speed - 175 km / h (in the version with 2 l mechanics).
Engine power varied from 74 to 92 horsepower, which was not enough with an engine capacity of 1.8 - 2 liters. Given the low performance, the machine did not gain much popularity among buyers, however, it managed to win its niche in the market.
Second generation ( v20, 1986-1991)
Experts traditionally believe that the history of the modern Toyota Camry, as an independent and successful model, originates precisely from the 2nd generation of the car. Indicative is the fact that the car was introduced in 1986 in the business class.
The first thing that catches your eye is the rounded lines of the body, which gave the exterior of the vehicle deliberate rudeness and massiveness. Not a trace of the original design remains. The model was sold in a traditional sedan and wagon body. In addition to the updated design, the car received modern electronics and improved technical solutions:
- 2-liter diesel engine and 1.8-2-liter gasoline;
- fuel consumption per 100 km varies from 8 to 11 liters for a 2-liter diesel machine and a 2.5-liter petrol machine, respectively;
- acceleration to 100 matches - about 12 s;
- the maximum speed is limited to 165 km/h for the 1.8 liter automatic transmission, in the case of the 2.5 liter manual transmission - 210 km/h.
All-wheel drive cars were available only in the domestic Japanese market, they were delivered abroad on pre-orders.
third generation ( xv10, 1992-1996)
The third generation Camry boasted increased dimensions compared to its predecessor, see the table below.
In addition, the model went on sale already in 3 bodies: coupe, station wagon and sedan. The design of the exterior and interior became smooth, it clearly showed softness in every line. For fans of high speeds, Japanese designers have developed a sports modification of the car, the hallmark of which is a hard-type suspension.
Improvements have also affected the “insides” of the machine:
- 2, 2.2L or 3L petrol power unit;
- fuel consumption per 100 km - from 8 to 11.5 liters (for 2 liters and 3, respectively);
- the model received 2 transmission options - 5-st. "mechanics" and 4-speed automatic;
- the car accelerates to 100 in 8 - 11 s;
- speed limit is limited to 225 km/h.
It is also noteworthy that for the first time engineers equipped Toyota Camry with injection power units.
fourth generation ( xv20, 1996-2001)
The new generation Camry was introduced to fans of the Japanese car industry in 96 of the last century. It was then that the world saw the popular model in 4 body styles at once: coupe, station wagon, sedan and convertible. The new version received its logical continuation in the form of an extended wheelbase (by 70 mm, compared to the 3rd generation).
Progress also touched the “insides” of the vehicle:
- 2.2, 2.5 or 3 l engine;
- the engine "eats" about 10-12 liters (on average, depending on the engine) for every 100 km;
- transmission - automatic or mechanical;
- acceleration to 100 km - ≈10 s. (for the version with a 2.2 liter engine, for more powerful engines, the acceleration dynamics improves accordingly)
- the top speed is limited to 220 km / h (in the version with a 3 liter automatic).
For the first time in history, a manufacturer has paid close attention to the issue of safety.
Fifth generation model ( xv30, 2001-2006)
The main feature of the 5th generation Toyota Camry was that the car received worldwide recognition and popularity. The car was bought up like hot cakes not only in the USA and Europe, but also in Russia. The Japanese manufacturer decided not to experiment and focused all efforts on perfecting just one body - the "sedan". As a result, its lines became streamlined and quite smooth, which favorably affected the aerodynamics of the vehicle.
The interior has become more cozy and comfortable due to the use of environmentally friendly materials. The equipment level is indicated at least by the fact that in the basic configuration there was an ABS system, several airbags and a motion stabilization function.
The running capabilities of the car have also changed:
- the model was supplied to the market in 2 versions - with a 6-cylinder 186-horsepower 3-liter power unit and a 4-cylinder 152-horsepower 2.4-liter engine;
- fuel consumption - 10 liters per 100;
- transmission - 4-st. automatic (subsequently replaced by the 5th) or 5-st. mechanical;
- acceleration to 100 km - ≈9 s. for the version with a 3-liter unit.
- maximum speed - 225 km / h (in the version with a 3 liter automatic).
The car has lost the straight lines traditional for the Camry body, giving way to modern trends. It was during this period that the foundation was laid for the economic success of the car.
sixth generation ( xv40, 2006-2011)
When developing the Toyota Camry 40, designers and engineers thoroughly worked on the body. Despite all its massiveness, the car has become more elegant and visually lighter, which was facilitated by the smooth lines of the body. The model acquired "notes of sportiness" and swiftness.
Sixth generation "Kamryukhi"
The modernization also affected the "innards" of the vehicle:
- gasoline engine of 2.4 (167 horsepower) and 3.5 liters (277 "horses");
- fuel consumption (average) - 10 l / 100 km at 2.4 mechanics and more than 10 l / 100 km at 2.4. machine
- transmission - 5 speed automatic or manual;
- acceleration to 100 km - from 7 s. up to 10.5 s. (depending on engine)
- maximum speed - 230 km / h (in the version with a 3 liter automatic).
note! The Japanese manufacturer, as part of the 6th generation, for the first time began to equip its cars with a hybrid gasoline-electric engine.
seventh generation ( xv50, 2011-2016)
The new car boasts magnificent body lines and an elegant appearance, in which a certain status can be clearly seen. The interior of the vehicle has become more comfortable due to the additional volume. From the technical side, the car has become an order of magnitude more modern:
- 2.5 L or 3.5 L engines, 181 hp and 277 hp, respectively. There is also an option with a 2.0 engine, but it is clearly weak for a car of this size.
- transmission - 6-position automatic, supplemented by a manual control function;
- fuel consumption per 100 km varies from 8 to 9.5 liters (average) depending on the engine;
- acceleration to 100 - about 7.9 s. with an engine of three and a half liters, at 2.5 -9.5 to a hundred.
- speed limit is limited to 210 km/h.
The designers did everything possible to eliminate the miscalculations made in the 6th generation. Also, the car was spared from the smoothness of the lines, replacing them with pronounced angular features. The new style has affected the optics of the car, which has become wider. Due to the fact that the vehicle has increased in size, it could compete with models of a higher class.
eighth generation ( v60, 2017-2018)
On the stage of the Detroit auto show, the Japanese manufacturer presented the 8th generation Toyota Camry to the public. It is safe to say that this is a fundamentally new car with an unusual sporty appearance. The interior architecture has been radically revised. However, let's take a look under the hood of this "stallion":
- gasoline power units for 2.0; 2.5 or 3.5 liters.
- average fuel consumption is 7.3-9.4 depending on the volume of the engine.
- transmission - 6 st. machine.
- acceleration to 100 km - 10.4; 9.0; 7.1 respectively.
- maximum speed - 210 km / h.
If we summarize all the information about the latest generation Camry, then the model can be described in just three words - a local automotive revolution.
generation Toyota Camry
The history of the formation and development of the Toyota Camry lineup is a vivid example of the human desire for excellence, interpolated through the prism of the modern Japanese automobile industry. I would like to hope that engineers from the Land of the Rising Sun will not stop there and in the coming years will delight motorists around the world with unusual, beautiful and powerful models. And for those who decide to purchase one of the models of this legendary brand, we recommend that you contact the official dealer Nika Motors
Toyota Camry 40 is a popular car with an established image of monumental reliability. Such an image is quite justified, but can play a disservice. Some owners believe that since the car is reliable, then it can be serviced every other time. Therefore, in the secondary market, the main problem is to find a "live" copy. In the article, you will learn which nodes you need to pay attention to first of all when buying a used Toyota Camry in the fortieth body.
A bit of history
The Camry 40 went on sale in 2006. For the first two years, cars of Japanese assembly were supplied to the Russian market. Since the end of 2007, local assembly has been established. There is no difference in quality. But the suspension is adapted to our roads and the ground clearance is slightly increased. In 2009, the model was restyled:
- changed the grille and front bumper;
- added direction indicators to the side mirrors;
- a little work on the interior and added a touch screen;
- the radio tape recorder became friends with bluetooth, respectively, the “hands-free” system appeared.
The philosophy of creating a car is a large and comfortable sedan for little money (like y). From this, some of the disadvantages of the Camry XV40 emerge, which you can put up with or eliminate on your own. For example, rather weak full-time sound insulation and not very high-quality finishing materials.
Body and equipment
The paintwork is quite easy to scratch and chip off. This is especially noticeable on the "noble" black color. But bare metal does not rust. Even on the Camry V40 of the first years of production, corrosion should not be. If there is, this is a clear sign of poor-quality body repair.
In total, the Camry 40 had 5 standard trims. But even the base R1 (Comfort) was well equipped:
- dual-zone climate control;
- 4 airbags (front + side);
- leather multifunction steering wheel and adjustable steering column;
- head unit with six speakers and CD-changer;
- foglights and full power accessories (glasses, mirrors);
- the only equipment with a manual transmission.
R2 (Comfort+) It features a five-speed automatic transmission and headlight washers. IN R3 (Elegance) added leather interior and parking sensors. And here R4 (Prestige) is already more interesting: the VSC stability control system, xenon and cruise control. All of the configurations mentioned above were supplied with a 2.4-liter gasoline engine.
Top R5 (Luxe) was only paired with a 3.5-liter engine and a six-speed automatic transmission. From the "buns": electric rear seat backs, curtain on the rear window and wooden inserts on the steering wheel.
Americans and Arabs
There are very few such cars in Russia. But in Belarus, Kazakhstan and Ukraine, the percentage of such Camry V40s on sale is quite high. There are differences between cars for the American market and the European / Russian one, but they are not cardinal. Basically, they relate to configurations.
The “Americans” have different front optics and no turns on the front fenders even before restyling. The bulk of the cars are brought in the basic LE configuration. The main difference from Europe is the lack of climate control, only air conditioning. Many owners note the poor quality of the upholstery and plastic in the cabin before restyling. After 2009, the quality of the interior trim leveled off. 
Less common are American XLEs. There may already be navigation, and engine start from the button and good JBL music. The suspension of the "American" is softer. Another significant difference is that it can be equipped with a 2.5-liter gasoline engine. The same ones were already installed on the Camry 50.
The history of the "life" and service of any "American" can be checked using the CARFAX service.
With the "Arabs" a little sadder. In the local area, they are overwhelmingly used by taxi drivers. This also applies to Australian cars. Moreover, they have the same configuration. Most often, this is a “naked” GL, in which there is not even an optotronic dashboard. And before selling, such Camrys are driven 400-500 thousand km, which our craftsmen easily turn into 150-200 thousand km.
Top Arabic GLX And SE better equipped, but harder to find, and the price difference with European Camry is not so interesting.
Engines
Officially in Europe, only two Camrys in the 40th body were sold - gasoline 2.4 and 3.5 liters. Very rare 2.0-liter ( 1AZ-FE, 145 HP With.) Camry VX40 imported from Asia (13 out of 1338 listings). On its basis, the most common 2006-2011 Camry was created - a 2.4-liter ( 2AZ-FE, 158 and 167 liters. With.), which will be discussed in more detail below.
Another rare guest (25 out of 1338), at least for the Russian car market, is a 2.5-liter ( 2AR-FE, 179 l. With.). A more modern, but not lost "Toyota" reliability motor, which was installed on the "American". By the way, the same engine was installed on the next generation Camry XV50.
Hybrid Toyota Camry 40 is exotic. It is unlikely that you will find more than 5-6 current ads for sale. The second generation Hybrid Synergy Drive consists of a modified 2.4-litre petrol engine ( 2AZ-FXE, 149 l. With.) and a 41-horsepower electric motor. In the case of a ten year old car, fuel economy may be questionable due to potential electrical complications.
Engine 2.4 liters (2AZ-FE, 158 and 167 hp)
One of the best representatives of engine building in terms of reliability. But this reliability has two foundations:
- service every 10 thousand km is mandatory with high-quality oil (there are many options - discussion on the profile forum) and filters;
- regular cleaning of the radiators of the cooling system.
Although the engine is reliable, it is still afraid of overheating. And overheating can be caused by clogged radiators. The general temperature regime of the motor does not exceed 90 degrees. Therefore, just after the engine overheats, problems begin with leaking gaskets, antifreeze and breaking the threads of the cylinder block.
If the 2.4-liter engine did not overheat and was serviced on time, then it will regularly serve at least 350-400 thousand km. You will only have to change the timing chain with a tensioner somewhere in the interval of 200-250 thousand km. And do not forget about adjusting the valves every 150 thousand mileage. There are no hydraulic lifters on this motor, so the valves must be adjusted manually.
The weak point of the 2AZ-FE is the pump. The native water pump runs from 100 to 200 thousand km, as you are lucky. Signs of malfunction - starts to make noise and leak. After the first replacement, most likely, you will have to change the pump every 50 thousand mileage.
Engine V6 3.5 liters (2GR-FE, 277 HP)
The engine runs great. Less than 7 seconds to a hundred kilometers is impressive. But it seems that 277 forces were pushed into the Camry VX40 with a margin. The capabilities of the standard steering and braking system are not enough to unlock the full potential of the 3.5-liter engine. But this is not always necessary. For many, it is enough to have a supply of power under the gas pedal. Under Russian law, this stock is expensive due to transport tax.
The fortieth Camry with such engines is much less on sale - about 23% (316 out of 1338). Most of them were bought by "riders". And the increased power and aggressive driving style adversely affects the resource of a six-speed automatic. 
Therefore, before buying a Camry 3.5, a particularly thorough diagnosis of the engine and gearbox is necessary. You can even check the 5th cylinder with a flaw detector for scoring. Such a nuisance can occur after the engine overheats and threatens with a complete overhaul of the power unit.
On production machines until 2010, there was a recall campaign due to the compound oil cooler tubes and the VVTi system. They were replaced with all-metal ones. Check, and if your car has old-style tubes, then be sure to replace it. In the event of a breakthrough, all the engine oil flows out within 10 minutes.
Otherwise, with good maintenance, the safety margin of 2GR-FE even more than the younger 2.4-liter engine. And with a difference in power of more than 100 liters. With. fuel consumption is practically the same. Unless, of course, you turn on the “rocket” driving mode.
The pump is also not very durable, and the valves will have to be adjusted more often - once every 100 thousand km. Please note that the cost of this procedure on a six-cylinder engine is significantly more expensive.
Transmission
A manual gearbox is quite rare (160 out of 1338 listings). The five-speed mechanics of the E351 is time-tested and does not cause problems at all. Over time, the backstage and the gearshift lever only become loose. Therefore, if the shift knob dangles, then this may be indirect evidence of a high mileage.
All automatic boxes on the Toyota Camry 40 were installed by the production of their own company Aisin, but there were several types and modifications:
The recipe for long-term and trouble-free operation of any automatic machine from Toyota is simple - regular and high-quality service. If you change the oil and filter every 60 thousand km (the filter can be done every 120 thousand), then the need for the first repair will arise in the interval of 300-500 thousand mileage.
Although regular maintenance is not the only condition. Equally important is the mode of operation. A constant racing style of driving and increased cold loads reduce the life of the box by several times. Therefore, before buying, you should not hope that the automatic transmission is super reliable and does not break. The wrong attitude can kill anything.
This is especially true for 6 speed U660E, which are paired with a powerful 3.5-liter engine. High torque and aggressive driving very quickly "sentence" this box for repair. Although during normal operation and maintenance, it is able to depart its prescribed 300+ thousand km without intervention.
There is only one conclusion - a thorough diagnosis before buying. There should be no jerking or jerking when switching.
Suspension
The chassis of the 40th Camry is reliable, with an average margin of safety of 120-150 thousand km. Even consumables such as struts and stabilizer bushings take care of 60-80 thousand mileage (in the original).
The rear suspension is multi-link. This gives comfort and smoothness, but a dozen silent blocks will be needed during repairs. In the original, they only change along with the levers, but there are many alternative brands on sale. If you still want original spare parts, then you can buy silent blocks from Toyota Avalon. They fit perfectly, part numbers at the link.
Sometimes, when diagnosing a suspension, it is not always clear where the knock comes from, it seems to be the whole thing. In this case, you need to check the upper shock absorber mounts. Because of the tears, they knock very noticeably.
In general, the Camry 40's suspension is "sharpened" for comfort - soft and smooth. On this basis, many criticize the Camry 40 for poor handling. But it cannot be said that the car does not steer at all. Yes, it is not suitable for racing, but it was not created for them. For normal city or highway driving, the handling of the Camry is enough. Therefore, before buying, conduct a test drive to dispel all doubts.
Brakes and steering
There is not much to write in this section. Everything works well and for a long time. The brakes are rather weak for a 3.5-liter engine and an active driving mode. After frequent overheating, the brake discs may lead and will have to be changed. The first symptom is a beating in the steering wheel when braking.
Steering tips and traction live up to 150 thousand mileage. And the steering rack is unlikely to bother you up to 200 thousand km. Knocking in the steering can be emitted by the steering column in the area of the spline connection and the cardan cross.
Electrician
Initially, the wiring was laid with a margin of safety. But due to the popularity of the model among car thieves, the Camry XV40 is often additionally equipped with one or even several alarms. And the degree of Camry's electrical problems directly depends on the degree of "handicraft" of the installers.
When inspecting, be sure to pay attention to how additional wiring is laid under the hood and in the cabin, look under the front panel. If you find inaccurate twists of wires and a bunch of electrical tape, then it will not hurt to go through additional computer diagnostics of the car.
Of the "innate" electrical weaknesses - the generator and air conditioning compressor. If the first is restored for a penny, then changing the compressor will cost several hundred dollars.
By the way, the cooling system does not hurt to check for "dandruff". If white flakes are blown out of the air ducts during operation of the air conditioner, then you need to prepare to replace the air conditioner evaporator. Replacement work can cost more than the evaporator itself. 
