Toyota has really figured out how to make great cars. I continue to drive different models, and they are all good. Price varies on how many options, which model, power train, and luxury accessories are selected.
The test drive this week was a Toyota Camry, the same car that is in it’s fifth generation of developing their gasoline and hybrid blend achieving, in this model, an overall 44 miles per gallon.
This is not the Camry of yester year but a sleek “Heavy Metal Midnight” paint sedan with luxury seats and loaded with features.
The price is not the same as the old days when Camry was more of an economical choice but now assembled in Georgetown, KY with a recommended manufacturer’s price of $36,125. That’s a competitive price for an all- wheel drive car, but there is a long list of necessary options for this car that are a must in a premium package of $4,975 that is largely safety features. Adding features like a panoramic moon roof, 9-speaker JLB sound system, and dark gray alloy metallic wheels, along with a bevy of traffic warning alerts puts the final price at $43,728.
Having driven some very expensive cars and SUVs lately I would say this Camry competes very well in its mid-range car class and is almost as good as some all-wheel vehicles with much higher prices.
I was busy in the Camry this week, driving it a lot, and became quite fond of the performance, safety features, and overall beauty.
This car is impressive in all ways and USA Camry workers in Kentucky have turned out a quality vehicle.
I used all three drive modes of eco, normal, and sport, along with the leather covered steering wheel paddle shifters. The sound system was a little difficult to control with so many screen choices. It is wise in most of these new vehicles to adjust all the dashboard dials before driving away, especially on high-speed E-470. Don’t be looking for the cooling control at high speeds. It doesn’t matter what speed I’m driving there is always cars passing. My pet peeve is the tailgate driver in heavy traffic that must pass only to pull back in front of me going nowhere. Happens all the time.
This Camry is a great mid-range car with all the bells and whistles, along with the exceptional Toyota power train warranties. The hybrid system works in perfect harmony with the gasoline engine and together the mileage is exceptional. The all-wheel drive option is also important for Colorado roads.