Toyota1996-2002 Camry Overview

Toyota Camry Overview (1996 - 2002)

1996 - 2002

Tech Specs Summary


124 - 137 mph

9.0 - 10.4 seconds

129 - 187 BHP

24.6 - 31.7 mpg
kg
1,460 - 1,550 kg

518 L
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This generation of the Toyota Camry was produced by the Japanese manufacturer Toyota between 1996 - 2002. It's a front engined front-wheel drive Saloon. There are three power levels available from either a 2.2 L Inline 4 petrol engine or 3 L V6 petrol engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and multi-link rear suspension.

Performance Pick

Performance Pick
Toyota Camry 3.0 V6
(1997 - 2000)
...ry 3.0 V6

If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the Camry is the Toyota Camry 3.0 V6 which scores 2.3★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 187 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 123 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 137 mph and gets to 62 mph in 9.0 seconds.

Practicality Pick

Practicality Pick
Toyota Camry 2.2
(1997 - 2002)
...Camry 2.2

If you're more interested in practicality, then the Toyota Camry 2.2 is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 2.8★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 488 miles and can store 518 litres of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 1,500 kg.

Euro NCAP Results

1998
Adult Occupant
★★★★
Pedestrian
★★

Timeline

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