2005 Toyota Camry Consumer Reviews Page 4

Very pleased.

Written by: Brent on 01/10/2007

Vehicle

2005 Toyota Camry LE 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5M)

Review

I am very pleased with my purchase. It has been absolutely reliable with no repairs needed - just routine oil changes. As far as comfort, absolutely amazing. Extremely quiet with a great ride and ZERO squeaks/rattles. The 2.4L four cylinder engine is wayyyy ahead of its time. Lots of low-end torque and smooth power delivery. The '05 facelift of the 5th generation of Camry looks classy and chrome accents in the interior were a nice touch. The car has a very upscale feel. I wish side/torso airbags were standard instead of optional and that 4-wheel disc brakes were standard as well. Both of these issues have been addressed in the 2007 redesign.

Favorite Features

Classy look, awesome engine, exceptional ride quality. Reputation for reliability is absolutely true.

Suggested Improvements

5-speed auto is quirky (doesn't matter which engine it's paired with) - jerky rolling-in-first-then-gas-a-bit-shift- into-second. Standard side/torso airbags + 4-wheel disc brakes have been addressed in 2007 redesign.

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Transmission is awful

Written by: DCguy on 01/07/2007

Vehicle

2005 Toyota Camry LE 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5M)

Review

The transmission is really really bad. It has been changed twice and repaired twice on my car. 1-2, 2-3 shifting is awful and vibrates. Then comes the high rear end obstructing visibility for parking. The front bumper catches parking wedges, which cause it to tear the thin plastic undercarrage.

Favorite Features

Audio controls on steering, 2 power chargers: iPod and cell phone from separate outlets.

Suggested Improvements

Transmission, front bumper and rear view.

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Aproaching perfection

Written by: Papa on 12/28/2006

Vehicle

2005 Toyota Camry LE 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5M)

Review

Driving the Toyota Camry LE is a memorable experience. The power seat is exceptionally comfortable. As a senior citizen I find the instrument lighting to be near perfection. It is clean and simple and very easy for tired eyes to read day or night. I find that I don't need to wear my glasses to see the instruments. The transmission shifts so smoothly that it is dificult to tell when it actually shifts in normal conditions. Placement of controls is near perfect for me. Rearward visability is somewhat restricted compared to other vehicles that I have owned due primarily to the wide pillars in the rear.

Favorite Features

Back lit instrument panel, plenty of power, quiet, comfortable, 5 speed automatic transmission, power drivers seat, ABS, styling, fit and finish, rear seat comfort, and handling are all excellent in my opinion. I also appreciate the cabin air filter - It's amazing how much trash it catches.

Suggested Improvements

The armrest is a little low for real comfort. Also I would like to have the steering wheel adjust fore and aft. Rearward visibility could be better and, finally, the "Panic" button on the remote could be adjusted so that it does not get pushed accidentally when my keys are in my pocket.

3 out 3 people found this review helpful

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Excellent sedan

Written by: Henry Regeth on 12/09/2006

Vehicle

2005 Toyota Camry XLE V6 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 5A)

Review

Finest auto I've owned. Looks, handling, finish are all superb. I have never checked actual mileage but know it goes a long way on a tank. Four cylinder has power to spare, who needs more. Freeway handling is excellent, before you know it you're at 80 mph plus. Reliability excellent, I've yet to make a repair of any kind. Love the large trunk. Tremendous value for money spent. I will definitely buy another.

Favorite Features

Outside thermometer, outside mirrors, overdrive, large trunk, roomy interior.

Suggested Improvements

Change panic button on key fob, too easy to push.

3 out 3 people found this review helpful

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If it ain't broke, don't fix it!

Written by: Cary on 11/10/2006

Vehicle

2005 Toyota Camry LE 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5M)

Review

I have had my car for two years and 30,000 miles. Not one complaint. Rides like a champ, roomy, big trunk. My prior vehicles were small pickups so I am not a nit picky person when it comes to performance. I am amazed that this car is so smooth and silent. Not a single squeak or anything. I have changed the oil every 5000 miles as recommended and rotated the tires. Follow the owner's guide for your type of driving conditions.

Favorite Features

Everything

Suggested Improvements

None

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Excellent

Written by: Steve on 09/24/2006

Vehicle

2005 Toyota Camry LE 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5M)

Review

Purchased our Camry about 9 months ago, and haven't looked back since. This is our first toyota and certanly won't be our last. Since owner ship we've put 50000km's on the car and it hasent given us 10 minutes trouble. The car rides beautifully and has no problem crusing at 90mph all day. The trunk is roomy, back seat has huge amounts of leg room. The city mileage is not as great as we expected, but highway mileage far exceded the manufacturers #'s. The power of the 4cyl is right on par with other manufacturers. I would highly recomend this vechicle to anybody that want's a reliable, comfortable and roomy family sedan.

Favorite Features

Leg room, Comfortable ride, great highway mileage, roomy trunk.

Suggested Improvements

Sportier handeling, little bit more low end power.

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2005 Is Refined above 04,03,02

Written by: Dealer on 09/12/2006

Vehicle

2005 Toyota Camry LE 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5M)

Review

I have owned a 05,04, and 02 Camry LE 4cycl. I am a Honda Accord fan, owned may Accords , some to 220k mi, so am not being bias to the Camry. But Toyota ha s built a great car! The 05 ha s anti lock breaks and the sponginess' of the front breaks have been tweaked in 05, this is a common compliant from myself, friends and other reviewers. Yet in 05 they have tuned up the suspension to compensate for the soft rid e to the braking. My favorite car to date is a 1997 Lexus Es 300, I must say that the 05 Camry has many similarities, soaks up bumps, rattle free and decent real world handling between soft ride and decent handling. This car is GREAT on mileage , 22-24 city 30-38 hwy

Favorite Features

Gas Mileage, ride and overall Lexus Quailty with no rattles

Suggested Improvements

Styling and front hood chips easy

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Camry slips in quality

Written by: John Youngt on 08/26/2006

Vehicle

2005 Toyota Camry XLE V6 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 5A)

Review

We chose Camry because of reliability. I wish now I had not. Our 05 Camry has a problem knowing when to shift (either up or down). The dealership indicates the new electronic transmission is known for this problem and apparently Toyota does not have an answer. The hesitation in shifting is troublesome and will probably get worse with age. In addition to the transmission the Camry has very soft braking, another acknowledged defect by the dealer but one for which they have no cure. So beware!

Favorite Features

The XLE has a lot of bells and whistles but now I question their realibility as the car ages.

Suggested Improvements

Better insulation against road noise. Perfect or junk the computerized transmission. Improve braking. Increase seat size as trips prove tiring. Increase front leg room. The 05 V6 is underpowered.

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Transmission Problems

Written by: JC @ Franklin, Tn on 08/21/2006

Vehicle

2005 Toyota Camry XLE V6 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 5A)

Review

The 5-speed transmission on the V6 is dangerous. When you pull into from traffic and accelerate there is too long a lag time before the car begins to move and then it takes too long to get up to speed. The transmission kickdown to pass can take 1.5 to 2 secs before it kicks in. Almost had a wreck because of it.

Favorite Features

Build quality, visibility, instrument panel

Suggested Improvements

Fix the transmission and give the car more power.

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Transmission is not good.

Written by: Louis on 07/26/2006

Vehicle

2005 Toyota Camry LE 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5M)

Review

The transmission slips. Overall it is a good value car.

Favorite Features

Windshield wiper wipes once when the lever gets pushed up. Bottle holder in the trunk. Sunglass holder.

Suggested Improvements

Fix the transmission slippage.

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