Among the modifications of the fourth generation Toyota Camry (factory body index 20), classic 4-door sedans are the most common in Ukraine. It was these versions that were supplied by Toyota dealers, and domestic distillers, taking into account the specifics of the Ukrainian used car market, as a rule, imported sedans. Station wagons Camry Wagon in our country - a rarity. If you are lucky enough to see them, then most likely they will be right-hand drive.
Recently, elegant Solara coupes, which are in demand among picky motorists, have begun to appear on our roads, but Solara Convertible cabriolets are almost impossible to find. These 2-door versions are purebred "Americans", which were produced in the overseas branch of the Japanese company. Their purchase must be approached carefully - the fact is that when assembling the coupe and convertible, inch sizes of fasteners typical for the US market were used, and therefore in Ukraine there are difficulties with repair and maintenance. And many body parts of these modifications are completely original.
There are also models based on the Camry, which are its "stuffed" luxury versions - the Avalon and Windom sedans, as well as the Camry Gracia and Gracia Wagon sedan and station wagon. These cars, produced in the USA and intended exclusively for the local market, look significantly different from the European and Japanese versions. In addition, with the same volume, their engines are more powerful than those of Europeans. It is almost impossible to become the owner of such an exclusive.
But you don’t have to worry about the “pedigree” of European versions of Camry: according to company service specialists, all these cars come from the Land of the Rising Sun. Don't worry about corrosion resistance either - all Camry bodies are galvanized.
Comfort without frills
The salon will not surprise you with anything special - everything is quite simple in it, but at the same time it is very comfortable, which is facilitated by the good equipment of even the basic 2.2-liter versions. They have climate control, four airbags, power windows, electric mirrors, adjustable steering column, central locking, ABS and EBD (electronic brake force distribution system). And the 3.0-liter versions will also please spoiled motorists with electric front seats, both driver and passenger, leather trim and TRC (traction control system).
Claims can arise only to the left pillar, which, even with small lateral maneuvers, interferes with the driver, looms before his eyes. Although, due to its small thickness, it does not particularly block the view. In general, visibility in the Camry is good, and the only complaint about ergonomics is that the ashtray is placed too close to the gearshift lever, which makes it inconvenient to use.
Best the enemy of the good
Probably, this is exactly what the creators of Toyota Camry (20) decided to do, having completely borrowed the engine line from their predecessor. So, the car was equipped with only two gasoline engines - a 4-cylinder (5SFE) 2.2 liter 16V (131 hp) and a 6-cylinder V6 (1MZFE) - 3.0 liter 24V (190 hp). These motors have been time-tested and have proven to be quite reliable - there are examples when they "nurtured" over 500 thousand km. In addition, all their shortcomings, identified during the operation on the Camry (10), have been successfully eliminated.
When choosing between these two versions, it is worth knowing that the 3.0-liter is much more expensive to maintain. And this applies not only to greater fuel consumption (in the urban cycle by as much as 4 liters). For example, every 100 thousand km, when replacing the timing belt, you must definitely spend money on an expensive hydraulic tensioner (about $ 200). But in a 4-cylinder engine, an inexpensive roller is used to tension the belt (the spare part costs $30). In addition, spark plugs with platinum electrode tips are installed on the V6. Their resource is higher than usual, but they are not cheap - about $ 20 per 1 piece. By the way, when replacing the timing belt, you need to check and, if necessary, adjust the thermal clearances of the valves (work - 540 UAH). You will have to pay extra for adjusting washers separately - 1 washer costs 13 - 20 UAH. During these procedures, you should inspect the water pump that is involved with this belt. Although, on average, the "pump" takes care of over 200 thousand km.
There have been cases of failures of the lambda probe due to the operation of engines on low-quality fuel.
Be carefull!
All Camrys are front wheel drive. The 3.0-liter versions were aggregated with 4-speed automatic transmissions, but the 2.2-liter versions could be equipped with both a 5-speed "mechanics" and an "automatic".
There are no problems with manual transmissions, and when changing the oil every 50 thousand km, they, as a rule, last the entire life of the car.
But the "automatic" specialists of the branded service station had to be repaired. These units failed mainly due to untimely replacement of the lubricant (it needs to be changed every 40 thousand km along with the filter and the gasket of the oil pan). So, most often the bearing of the output shaft of the automatic transmission becomes unusable and the oil seal of the fluid coupling leaks. Therefore, in order not to buy a car with a “killed” “machine”, it is recommended to carry out qualified diagnostics of the unit (the service costs about $80). This is not a very large amount, especially against the backdrop of the cost of automatic transmission repair (only work - $ 400).
Like a glove
Camry's independent front and rear suspensions, equipped with stabilizers, are moderately rigid and provide the car with enviable stability. When driving at high speeds (over 150 km / h), the car literally sticks to the road and holds it perfectly, behaves very confidently and obediently. It is simply designed for high-speed driving on country roads!
In addition, even on bad roads, the suspension is distinguished by an enviable “indestructibility”. Most often (after 30 - 40 thousand km) you will have to change the bushings of the anti-roll bars. But the stabilizer struts “nurse” longer, and due to the greater mass of the engine, they serve 70 thousand km on 3.0-liter versions, and about 100 thousand km on 2.2-liter ones. The resource of all other parts also exceeds the 100,000 mark. For example, silent blocks of the front levers (these parts are supplied together) and ball bearings (offered separately from the levers) can “run” about 200 thousand km, bushings of the rear longitudinal rods - 100 - 150 thousand km, and transverse - even longer . It will be expensive to replace the rear bearing, which is only available as an assembly with the hub (part - $ 80 - 100).
All cars were equipped with rack and pinion steering, the work of which is facilitated by the hydraulic booster. When driving on our roads after 70 - 100 thousand km, it may be necessary to replace the steering shaft bushing (spare part - $ 8), and by the mileage of 250 - 300 thousand km, the lower cross of the steering shaft fails (spare part - $ 150 - 200). Tie rods are able to serve 100 - 150 thousand km.
The braking system of European and Japanese versions is equipped with disc mechanisms, but the "Americans" were equipped with rear "drums". There are no serious complaints about the brakes - they are quite effective. Experts recommend that in order to avoid problems with the parking brake, regularly lubricate the mechanism of its drive and do not forget to use it (especially on modifications with an "automatic").
The most important qualities
So, the fourth generation Toyota Camry can be safely called one of the best representatives of business class cars. It not only provides its owners with an appropriate level of comfort, but also differs in enviable reliability, which is beyond the reach of many competitors. It is for these qualities that motorists appreciate her and are not in a hurry to part with the hardy "Japanese".
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The automobile name - Camry needs no introduction, Camry has become a symbol of reliability and comfort not only in the CIS countries, but throughout the rest of the planet. In this review, we will pay attention to the fourth generation of Toyota Camry, the car received the XV20 index. Toyota Camry XV20 was produced from 1997 to 2001. Car and Driver magazine named the Toyota Camry XV20 Car of the Year in 1997. In addition to Japan itself, the Camry XV20 was produced in the United States (the main market for this model), Australia and Thailand. The main competitors for the Toyota Camry XV20 are:, second generation and. In addition to the aforementioned models, the fifth BMW series and the Ingolstadt six belong to the business class of those years. In 2001, the XV20 gave way to the next model -.
Body:
In the CIS countries, the Camry XV20 is mainly found in a sedan, but for the domestic market 
A station wagon was also offered to Japan, the Japanese nicknamed it - Gracia. In 2000, a coupe was built on the basis of the Camry, which was called the Camry Solara. The Toyota Camry XV 20 is fitted with 205/65 R15 and 225/45 R17 tires. With an external review of the Camry, you can easily distinguish a European from an American, an American Camry is equipped with drum brakes at the rear, and a European, regardless of the installed engine, is equipped with disc brakes on all wheels. Toyota gave a 6-year warranty on the bodies of the new XV20, Nissan gave the same warranty in those years.
Salon and security:
In 1999, as an option for 
Camry became available side airbags. In the EuroNcap European tests, the Camry received four stars, in those years the Mercedes W210 showed the same result, and.
Technical component and Characteristics of Camry XV20
For the fourth generation Toyota Camry, ABS and EBD systems are included in the basic equipment. The base 2.2-liter 5SFE four-cylinder engine produces 131hp and 196Nm of torque. The piston stroke in the 5SFE engine is 91mm, and the cylinder diameter is 87mm. The compression ratio in the 5SFE engine is 9.8:1, which makes it desirable to use 95th gasoline, but according to the reviews of the owners, such an engine easily digests 92nd gasoline.
A more powerful six-cylinder 1MZFE engine with a volume of 3.0 liters develops a power of 194hp, the torque of the powerful V6 is 275N.M. A hundred kilometers Camry with a V6 and a gun picks up in 9 seconds after the start. The maximum speed of the Toyota Camry V6 is 220 km.
The 1MZFE motor can be mated exclusively with a four-speed automatic, but the less powerful, four-cylinder Camry engine can be mated with both an automatic and five-speed mechanics.
An oil change in the XV20 mechanics should be carried out every 50,000 km, an oil change in the automatic transmission should be done every 40 thousand, while it is necessary to replace the pan gasket and oil filter.
On a powerful V6 engine, every 100,000 km it is necessary to change the belt, as well as the timing belt tensioner, on the base Camry engine, the belt is tightened with a roller. The price of the timing belt tensioner is $200. Platinum candles are used on V6, one such candle costs $20. When replacing the belt, it is worth adjusting the thermal gap. The cooling pump on the Camry XV20 usually changes every second timing belt change, that is, after 20,000 km.
The stabilizer bushings in the Camry independent suspension serve 30,000 - 40,000 km. Stabilizer struts on a four-cylinder Camry are usually enough for 100,000 km, but on versions with a V6 engine, they should be changed every 70,000 km. Ball joints on a Japanese woman change at a run of 150,000 km.
Let's pay attention to the technical characteristics of the Toyota Camry XV20 2.2 5MKP.
Specifications:
Power unit: 2.2 gasoline
Volume: 2164 cu.
Power: 131hp
Torque:196N.m
Total number of valves: 16v, four valves each
Performance indicators:
Acceleration time (0-100km): 10.4s
Maximum possible speed: 200km
Average fuel consumption: 8.6L
Fuel tank capacity:70L
Dimensions:4765mm*1785mm*1430mm
Wheelbase:2670mm
Curb weight / Gross weight: 1385kg/1860kg
Ground clearance (clearance): 150mm
Price
Today, the price of a well-maintained Toyota Camry XV20 is about $9,000.
As a conclusion, we can say that the fourth generation Camry is a very worthy car. It makes sense to look after a well-maintained four-cylinder copy with a manual transmission, since such a machine is much cheaper to operate. It is also worth understanding that for the money that is asked for a Camry, you will not buy a Mercedes, or a business-class BMW of the same years as the Camry.
The second generation Toyota Camry (XV20), designed for export markets (including Russian), debuted in 1996. In 1998, the car underwent a planned update, as a result of which it received new, previously unavailable equipment. Serial production of the model was discontinued in 2001 due to the launch of the third generation machine.
The "second" Toyota Camry is a mid-size D-class car that was available as a sedan and five-door station wagon.
Regardless of the type of body, the length of the "Japanese" is 4821 mm, of which 2672 mm is reserved for the distance between the axles, the width is 1781 mm, and the height is 1407 mm. The ground clearance of the car is modest in terms of its performance - only 132 mm.
Specifications. For the 2nd generation Camry, two naturally aspirated gasoline engines were offered.
The first is a 2.2-liter four-cylinder engine, the maximum output of which is 133 horsepower and 196 Nm of torque.
The second is a 3.0-liter "six" with V-shaped cylinders, producing 192 "horses" and 275 Nm of possible torque.
There are two gearboxes - “mechanics” for five gears or a 4-speed “automatic”, transmitting traction only to the front wheels.
The Toyota Camry XV20 is based on the front-wheel drive FF bogie, which implies a longitudinal engine placement. The machine is equipped with independent spring suspension on both axles with MacPherson struts front and rear. The steering mechanism “flaunts” with a hydraulic booster, and the braking system is expressed by disc devices with ventilation on all wheels.
The positive aspects of the second generation Camry are a comfortable suspension, overall design reliability, a spacious interior, a huge luggage compartment, powerful and high-torque engines that are not sensitive to fuel quality, a high level of performance, affordable maintenance and inexpensive spare parts.
Negative moments - pronounced rolls in corners due to soft suspension, low ground clearance, poor geometric cross-country ability and imperfect sound insulation.
3182 ViewsToyota Camry XV20 is a car that has proven itself well. This is one of the most reliable and practical models, which is popular not only in Japan, but also abroad. The car in question belongs to the fourth series, which has its own index - XV20.
The Toyota Camry XV20 is currently out of production. You can find this car from 1997-2001. The production of the model has been established not only in Japan, but also in the USA, Thailand, and Australia.
Body Features
In the CIS, the Camry 20 sedan is common, this is the most common modification. Inside Japan, the station wagon is no less popular, which is usually quite difficult to find in Russia and Europe. The station wagon is better known as Gracia. In 2000, 20 saw the light, the manufacturer decided to add a coupe to the lineup, which was called Solara.
An interesting feature is the striking differences between the European and American versions of the car. You can tell them apart by the size of the R15 vs. lower profile R17 wheels, and the brake system is different. An American-made car has a drum brake at the rear, and a European one has a disc brake. The body can be compared in the photo, it has no striking differences, although it has its own characteristics.
The car has streamlined, slightly rounded shapes, but its sides are not too swollen and rounded. The external image of the XV20 is serious, the car looks modern, decisive, capable of speeding up, which, by the way, is true. The optics are quite powerful, while not going beyond the body, looks harmonious, has small dimensions. The version with larger wheels seems bulkier and taller, but the overall impression of the car does not change.
The body is characterized by high strength, good aerodynamics. The plant gave a six-year warranty on it, but even after a long time the body was not covered with rusty spots, it was not deformed if the car did not get into an accident.
The twentieth car turned out to be very worthy both externally and in terms of technical characteristics. In the modern market, it is a serious competitor even to newer cars.
A photograph of a 1997 Toyota, compared to a modern one, clearly proves that the car is not much inferior to newer counterparts, while remaining stylish and attractive not only for lovers of retro technology.
What does the salon look like from the inside?
Toyota Camry 20 boasts not only a good external design, but also an interior design that is not inferior to it. The safety of the considered model is also evaluated at a high level. Since 1999, the car has been equipped with additional airbags, which are located on the side. Testing cars of various brands at EuroNcap showed that Toyota Camry V20 can compete with Mercedes W210, Audi A6.
The salon has a pleasant external design, quite spacious. Over the years, Toyota has completed its Camry V20 with various fabrics. Regardless of the year of the car, the following advantages of the interior of the car can be noted: high-quality fabric, well-chosen colors that make the car visually larger inside. Some Camry 20s received leather seats.
Age cars are the best evidence that the Japanese used reliable materials that do not need to be replaced to this day.
All distances are well calculated. The driver does not have to reach for the car controls, everything is at hand, it is convenient to switch. Landing is also no problem. During long trips, the legs do not become numb, there is no feeling of fatigue. The manufacturer thought about the comfortable shape of the seats, made them soft, equipped with adjustments in several positions.
The dashboard of most cars is black, has white markings and adjustable backlighting. At night, it is clearly visible, but does not distract attention while driving, as it happens with devices of bright colors. The design of the car is quite strict, which emphasizes its solidity. At the same time, the Toyota Camry is very comfortable and has nothing superfluous.
Conclusion
The body of the car, developed back in the 90s, has not yet lost its attractiveness and can compete with cars of a more modern design.
I continue the epic.
Sell outright failed) but not much tried, I decided to ride a little more. Somewhere a month after the recall, the wheel bearing buzzed (rear left) - perhaps its time has already come, perhaps a constantly heating torme. the disk hastened his demise. The hub assembly, the original did not specify - some (I don’t remember) a good non-original 70 ye - available. Replacement 2 hours, in general came out inexpensively. After driving especially without straining - oil, brake pads (in the back - it would be nice to completely change the rear brakes - discs, parking brake pads and the main one - but the parking brake pads cost ~ 100 mln - the toad strangles - I don’t use it). Then at the beginning of June they gave me an OH ... gift. At 3 am I hear a blow, signalization - I go out - I open the driver's door - on the passenger side in the window there is an impudent muzzle - the window is naturally scattered around the cabin. Mu ... did not catch, the police - only spent time. An hour later it started to rain again.
I put the car in the garage with my parents - I didn’t approach it at all for a week - the depression rolled. After I started to find out - the original glass from the dealer is ~ $ 125, on the market the non-original from 130 - I did not understand the logic - I ordered it from the dealer. At the same time, the contraption (lock) where the passenger's seat belt is inserted is the same problem as with the driver's one (the dealer has $ 30 or so). After 3 weeks, glass arrived - 30 minutes from a friend and 15ue and everything is in place. The only pity is the radio tape recorder — it seems inexpensive, but damn what a nerd you have to be to try to pick it out with a screwdriver — of course, the cretin lacked it but broke it. I haven’t changed it yet — I’ve been driving like this for 2 months — it’s boring. In early July, I went to the Crimea (the circle turned out to be ~ 3 thousand km) for the trip, there was almost no fatigue.
Strengths:
- all old)
Weak sides:
- all old)
Review of Toyota Camry (Toyota Camry) 1997
Before that, the A100 went a transitional cigar, traveled a lot (but did not use it) on a Merce 190, Hyundai Lantra, Merce w140 (diesel), rode a little on a 3m Pajero, a pair of Lexus. It's been a year of living together with this car. Bought b / y with hand mileage was drawn 230 thousand km. I am inclined to believe what is drawn (if they twisted it, then not very much). The previous owner turned out to be a very good owner — the machine after it did not cause any problems. Especially many thanks for the small tuning - there was a metal mesh between the bumper and the lower edge of the radiators (it is bought on the construction market for less than $ 1 - thanks to this, the radiator package was always clean, not beaten with pebbles, etc. There were also non-native springs in the car ( I suspect that from Toyota Highlander) - i.e. they fit perfectly into the seats - no spacers, etc. - but the car was significantly higher. (handling was not so hot, the steering wheel bit slightly when you slowly and slowly return back, and most importantly - when moving speed bumps, if no one was sitting behind, the rear shock absorbers blossomed to the extreme position and the rebound was clearly felt - it strained - you had to move carefully) .
In operation, the machine did not keep it in suspense (although I drove less than 30,000 km so far) - from time to time I drove to the station - I looked at the suspension (changed parts for $ 33 (thirty-three) over the year - although I don’t really look at the pits - and in matters of car maintenance it’s better I won’t buy a thread for myself, but I’ll fix it), immediately after the purchase I changed the abs sensor (it didn’t work when I bought it) - it’s a little expensive ($ 150) and 2 weeks to wait until they bring it (ordered a new one) and the driver’s seat belt lock (the spring broke there - the lock is not collapsible — the new toyotovsky 20 euros — in principle, not expensive — ordered together with the abs sensor).
Somewhere after 20 thousand, it began to work loudly - I drove to the service station - the corrugation rotted. I drove like this for a month - no one wanted to undertake to do it (the V6 engine - half a day of work) - in general, I did it badly (I had to shoot, go to the market to pick it up, go to another place to weld it in, and then put it in the service station - everything is essesno on another typewriter - thanks father - helped). Changed rear brakes a couple of times. pads ($25 original for both wheels! - funny). Oil (every 10 thousand 5w-50 synthetics), all filters with oil (about $20 set, salon $30 - haven’t changed yet - they didn’t advise for the winter). It would be nice to change the battery - but here the toad chokes all the time - after all, why change it to start. I changed the belts (squeaked in wet weather when I started) (I haven’t changed the timing yet) - one bolt soured - I suffered with it for a long time - in the end, a kind person dismantled the floor of the engine in half a day of work, machined a new bolt - put it - no longer squeaks . Well, light bulbs all around. Oil in the machine with a filter.
Strengths:
- There is a lot of space in the cabin (in the trunk, too, but have not used it yet)
- Reliability
- economy
- Inconspicuous (a plus for me)
