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Autoworld.com - David Lee - The Toyota Camry sedan, the best-selling car in America for the past
two years, improves its value with numerous exterior, interior and
mechanical enhancements for 2000.
Exterior styling is enhanced with a new front fascia that features a
new grille and bumper design and multi-reflector headlamps, adding a
dramatic brilliance to its front-end appearance. Camry's new rear styling
features combination taillights with wider horizontal reflectors and a new bumper
design for a smoother appearance. Side protection molding was also re-designed,
with XLE models adding a chrome accent. The exterior enhancements are
capped off with attractive new 15-inch wheel covers for the LE grade and sporty 16-inchaluminum alloy wheels for the premium XLE
V6.
Camry's roomy interior received several upgrades and refinements.
For added comfort, the LE grade features new fabric seats and an available
power seat package that is also available in a rich leather trim. All three trim
levels have improved audio systems that include an AM/FM/cassefte/CD as
standard equipment. For sound aficionados, a JBL Premium 3-in-1 AM/FM/cassefte/CD
with six speakers is standard-equipment on XLE models and available as an
option on the LE grade. A six CID changer is also available.
The CE and LE grade climate control faceplates now feature
re-circulating and fresh air push buttons for added convenience. The XLE features a standard-equipped automatic climate control system with push button
controls.
For an added touch of elegance, the Camry XLE interior now
receives simulated wood trim as standard-equipment.-more-
For 2000, all Camry grades will be standard-equipped with new damper-
assist hood struts for easier opening and closing. In addition, all Camry grades
are equipped with grocery bag hooks on both sides of the trunk to help prevent
bagged items from moving about when the vehicle is in motion.
Camry is offered in three trim levels (CE, LE and XLE) with each offering
an abundance of performance, convenience and safety features. Carry over
standard equipment on all grades includes a fold-down 60/40 split rear seat with
separate headrests, auto-off headlamps, reclining bucket seats and adjustable
headrests and dual front and rear cup holders.
The LE model includes several new refinements. Front seats feature six
adjustments for the driver (slide, recline and seat cushion height) and four
adjustments for the passenger (slide and recline). Both front seats incorporate a
four-way adjustable headrest. Cruise control, power door locks, windows and
mirrors and air conditioning round out the impressive list of standard features.
Camry's top-of-the-line XLE offers an array standard comfort and
convenience features. Both driver- and front-passenger eight-way adjustable
power seats feature slide, recline and vertical positions. The driver seat also
includes 'a manual adjustment providing lumbar support. Additional standard
equipment includes front seat map pockets, dual-illuminated covered vanity
mirrors, heated outside power mirrors, an anti-theft device with remote entry and
engine immobilizer, leather wrapped steering wheel and premium grade seat
fabric and door trim. For an extra dose of luxury, leather trim is available as an
option.
In addition to its long list of standard features,
Camry offers many
available features for all trim levels with value-oriented accessory packages. All
LE and XLE models can be enhanced with several options including power
moonroof and traction control (V6, automatic transmission models only).
Camry is powered by either a four-cylinder or V6 engine. New for 2000,
the 2.2-liter, in-line, twin-cam, 16-valve, four-cylinder engine produces an
additional three horsepower to 136 (133 in California) at 5,200 rpm, and three
additional ft./lbs. of torque to 150 (148 in California) at 4,400 rpm. Carnry
effectively balances impressive performance and responsible fuel economy with
an estimated EPA city/highway gas mileage of 23/30 mpg for the four-speed
automatic transmission and 23/32 for the five-speed manual version. In addition,
the Camry sedan and Camry Solara coupe equipped with the 2.2-liter four-
cylinder engine become the first Toyota vehicles to receive Ultra Low Emission
Vehicle (ULEV) certification (with California emissions).
Camry's 3.0-liter, four-cam, 24-valve V6 engine delivers an impressive
194 horsepower (192 in California) at 5,200 rpm and 209 ft./lbs. of torque (207 in
California) at 4,400 rpm. The V6 also makes maximum use of fuel as it carries
an estimated EPA city/highway gas mileage of 19/27 mpg with a four-speed
automatic transmission and 20/28 mpg with a five-speed manual. Furthermore,
Camry's equipped with the V6 engine are certified as a Low Emission Vehicle
(LEV).
All three Camry trim levels are available with a four-speed, electrically-controlled automatic transmission with intelligence. A five-speed manual
transmission with overdrive is available with the V6 engine on the LE grade and
the four-cylinder engine on the CE grade.
The Camry chassis is equipped with MacPherson strut front/independent
dual-link rear suspension components, mounted on bushed subframes which
help reduce noise, vibration and harshness (NVH). Reduction of NVH is also
accomplished through the use of energy and sound absorbing materials
strategically placed throughout the passenger compartment.
Safety is always a priority with all Toyota vehicles and
Camry is no
exception. All Camry models feature dual front seat driver and passenger SRS
airbags and front seat belt pretensioners and force-limiters. Side-impact airbags
are available on all models.
Camry's energy-absorbing structure and head impact protection structure
help provide maximum safety to its occupants. Other safety features include
child protector rear door locks and three-point shoulder belts for all front and rear
seat positions. Anti-Lock brakes (ABS) are standard equipment on LE V6 and
XLE grades and available on the LE four-cylinder and CE models. Daytime
Running Lights (DRL) with automatic on/off headlights for improved visibility are
standard equipment on LE V6 and XLE models and paired with ABS as an option
on the CE and LE four-cylinder grades.
The 2000 Camry is available in 10 exterior colors. Included are four new
colors including Sailfin Blue, Constellation Blue Lunar Mist Metallic and Graphite
Gray. Carryover colors include Super White, Antique Sage Pearl, Black, Vintage
Red Pearl, Cashmere Beige Metallic and Woodland Pearl.
Most of the Camry's sold in the U.S. are built at Toyota Motor
Manufacturing, Kentucky (TMMK), in Georgetown, Ky.
Limited Warranty
Toyota offers a comprehensive manufacturer's warranty package. A basic
warranty of three years/36,000 miles covers all components other than normal
wear and maintenance items. Powertrain components receive a five-year/60,000
mile warranty while corrosion perforation is covered for five years and unlimited
mileage. Toyota dealers have complete details on the limited warranty.
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