2020 Toyota Camry

The base trim level is priced at $24,295 and the top-spec variant is priced at $35,000. It is offered in 8 different trim levels and 2 different engine configurations. The Camry is powered by a 2.5-liter engine that generates 203 horsepower and 184-pound feet of torque. The Camry comes under one of the best executive sedan ever produced by Toyota. 

The Camry is offered in 8 trim levels. The base L variant of the Camry comes with some basic features like a 4.2-inch touch screen infotainment system, bi-LED combination heap lamps and an integrated back up camera.

All the trims are loaded with same 2.5-Liter 4-cylinder engine that makes 203 horsepower and 184 pound-feet of torque. There is also an option for those who want more power in their car Camry offers the XLE and XSE trims with a zesty V6 engine. Both engines come mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission.

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The Camry is not the car that you generally flaunt. Functionality and practicality is what this car is supposed to offer. Analyzing all the features offered across all the variants, the base L variant of the Camry makes more sense. It comes with all the basic essential features and comes as a great value for your money. But if you want a more powerful Camry, opt for the XLE V6 trim which will cost you 11 grand more than the base L.

The 2020 Camry comes equipped with 2 engine specifications: a 2.5-liter 4-cylinder and a 3.5-liter V6 engine. The V6 however, is just available for the XLE and XSE trims as an option with both priced at $34,450 and $35,000 respectively. The 2.5-liter engine generates 203 horsepower and 182 pound-feet of torque while the 3.5-liter V6 makes 301 horsepower and massive 267 pound-feet of torque.

The 8-speed Automatic transmission is smooth and shifts are hassle-free. Even the downshifting is pretty decent in the Camry. There’s enough credibility on the Camry’s engine that already gives it a run for its class already. The Camry does very well compared to its peers for a number of reasons and makes for a great choice.

The rivals aren’t as powerful as the Camry is. In fact, the closest rival, Honda Accord is 11 HP deficient to the Camry. It is followed by the Nissan Altima Sedan that make 188 hp.

Acceleration 

As this is the most powerful car in the segment, the acceleration is really impressive. The Camry hits the 60 MPH mark in 5.8 secs which is remarkable performance when compared to its competitors. It covers the quarter-mile distance in 14.3 secs which is much faster than any of its rivaling cars. Being a family sedan, the Camry it still manages to put great numbers in terms of acceleration. 

The underpowered rivals of the Camry, the Honda Accord and the Nissan Altima lacks a lot in terms of acceleration. The Honda does 0-60 MPH in 7.6 secs. while the Altima does it in 7.7 secs.

Ride and Handling

The ride quality and handling of the Camry has improved a lot when compared to its predecessor. The engine responses are sharper and the gear shifts are more refined. Driving the Camry has become sportier and driving it is fun.

The Camry does handle really well. There isn’t much body roll and is well mannered. The steering isn’t sharp like a sports car but you do feel connected and the level of feedback from the steering wheel is good. It is a docile car and will readily follow all your commands.

 Toyota has indeed left no stone unturned to ensure the luxury of its upscale interiors aid on its top-of-the-class driving experience. All Camry trims have electric power steering. The Wheel itself is no short of comfort as the SE models have a beautiful looking leather-wrapped steering wheel, stitched for handling convenience.

 Braking

The Camry is equipped with the largest brakes in the segment. It gets 12 inches diameter discs up front and 11.1 inches diameter discs at the rear. Slam the brakes and the Camry will come to a halt at a distance of 123 feet from 60 MPH. 

The Honda and the Nissan even after getting smaller brakes still manage to perform up to the mark in terms of braking. 

Camry offers a decent fuel economy and is among the best in class. You won’t have to worry about hitting the refill station often. The Fuel Economy for the standard 2.5 L i-4 engine gives 20 city/34 highway – 41 combined. Consequentially, the more powerful 3.5 L V-6 engine gives 21 city/30 highway – 24 combined.

Cars such as the Nissan Altima and Honda Accord are slightly underperformed when it comes to fuel economy. 

The Camry has a lot of space to offer on the inside. On the front row, you have 38.3 inches of headroom, 57.7 inches of shoulder room and 42.1 inches of legroom. Jump to the back seats and you get 38 inches of headroom, 55.7 inches of shoulder room and 38 inches of legroom.

Seats are plush and offer good back and thigh support. Over the long-range run, the seats prove to be comfortable with multiple adjustments availability. The interior of Camry might look old school but it is quite practical.

Seating and Comfort

The Camry’s quality shows in its interior. The cabin is attractive and filled with quality materials. The infotainment controls are intuitive and easy to use while driving. There is plenty of room in the front and the back, and taller passengers won’t feel cramped in the rear.

The Camry’s interior is spacious and comfortable, with wide, accommodating front seats and a back seat that’s big enough for adults. The center stack is extremely well organized, with intuitive buttons and knobs to control the car’s infotainment and climate-control systems. 

Infotainment

The Camry has an average infotainment system. It comes with a 7-inch interface display. The infotainment also gets Entune 3.0 Audio with Connected Navigation Scout GPS Link App. You also get an integrated backup camera with projected path display. Additionally, you get a 4.2-in. TFT Multi-Information Display with odometer, outside temperature, fuel economy, and trip information.

Infotainment Features

• 6 speakers
• 2 1st row LCD monitor
• Steering-wheel mounted audio controls
• Smart device integration
• Speed sensitive volume
• Primary monitor touchscreen
• SiriusXM AM/FM/Satellite with seek-scan

Cargo Capacity

Cargo space is ample but not quite class-leading. The Toyota Camry only offers 14.1 cubic feet of cargo volume which is just ok for a car in this segment and isn’t all that really great.

The Honda Accord, on the other hand, offers the best in segment 16.7 cubic feet of cargo volume. The Honda is followed by Nissan that offers 15.4 cubic feet of cargo volume.

Interior Features

• Key-in-ignition warning
• Door-ajar warning
• Tachometer
• Delay-off projector beam LED low/high beam headlamps
• Light tinted windows
• Variably intermittent wipers
• Analog display

The 2020 Camry has received minor tweaks from last year's design. The new design has given it a striking appearance and it looks sportier. The Camry is an instant eyeball grabber and gets a good street presence. While the dimensions are small and apt for seating 5 people.

Dimension and Weight

While there’s no eye-catcher in the figures, the Camry does well, marginally nonetheless. It has a much better ground clearance compared to its peers, being almost the same size. The wheelbase of the Camry is an attraction, with each of the Camry trims offering different wheels with a touch of elegance.

Exterior Features

• Spoiler
• Galvanized steel/aluminum body material
• Body-colored front and rear bumpers
• Colored grille
• Power door mirrors

The 2020 Toyota Camry is a host to a number of tech features and gizmos. It is loaded with features like traction control, anti-lock braking system, vehicle stability control and much more.

The Camry performs exceptionally well in the NHTSA tests and gets a 5-star rating in all the NHTSA crash tests. It has performed well on every test conducted by the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety (IIHS). It has also advanced on front crash prevention, making it a top pick for the IIHS recommended vehicles.

Safety Features

Some of the standard safety features are listed below:

• Knee airbag
• Dual front impact airbags
• Remote keyless entry
• Side-impact bars
• Electronic stability
• Adjustable front head restraints
• Height adjustable front seatbelts
• Four-wheel ABS brakes
• Traction control
• Toyota Safety Sense P forward collision mitigation
• Immobilizer

2020 Toyota Camry L VS 2020 Nissan Altima 2.5S 

Both these care can opt for a mere difference of a few thousand dollars. Even after featuring a similar capacity engine, the Altima falls short in terms of power output along with the 2-speed gearbox which delivers even less fuel economy. The Altima also is a much slower car than the Camry in terms of acceleration. The only plus point in the Altima is its brakes. it comes out to be the best performer in brake distance test.

2020 Toyota Camry L VS 2020 Honda Accord LX 1.5 T

The Honda Accord is just $75 cheaper than the Camry. It is 11 horses deficient to the Camry but surprisingly has marginally better acceleration figures. The Camry has better fuel economy figures than the Honda Accord. The Honda Accord and the Toyota Camry both offer an equal amount of space on the inside while the Honda Accord beats the Camry in case of cargo volume.

It is pretty much a tie in this case. Both the Accord and the Camry are equally good and offer a similar amount of tech and features. If you just need those better power and economy figures, then the Camry is the one for you. If you crave the better acceleration figures on paper and need that extra bit of luggage space then the Honda Accord is the one for you.

The Camry makes up for an excellent ride for all your needs. It’s top of the class interiors coupled with impressive performance and driving comfort together place the Camry a class apart. The affirm standalone edge of the Camry over its market peers is its high level of customization and ultimate driving comfort.

It is a car that speaks form and functionality and can be an excellent daily driver. It can take you and your family around the city while satisfying every purpose it is built for. Plus, the 2020 Camry also gets some sporty driving and handling.

It does look better and offers better performance than its rivals. The Camry also offers better features than its competitors and scores better than its rivals on all fronts. All these specs and features of the Camry make it a desirable proposition, and the Camry will justify every penny that you will put on it.