2005 Toyota Camry Consumer Reviews Page 7

Roomy sporty Camry SE - Manual

Written by: SE 5-MT on 11/09/2005

Vehicle

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

Review

First the car is great for the money. Pep, power, acceleration. The downside is turning not as tight as Accord and fabric tends to catch lint. 3M makes special lint guard for autos/boats which should come with black ones. I love to drive to work still, and the the speaker system is balanced quality, just not highly refined Bose like a Maxima. Burns regular and getting 29 MPG on half highway, half city with agressive driving. Get a 5 speed manual and you'll have no regrets.

Favorite Features

5-speed MT, audio controls on stearing wheel, power options including drivers seat, and plenty of roominess for family and fun. Quebec trip was highlight of summer travel. Light metallic window tint a must for squinters.

Suggested Improvements

Fabric quality below par for SE model. Cornering/stearing not tight enough and requires overstearing at high speeds. Add the day-night rearview as std, and make front passenger seat with power option. Make me want to trade for a 5- MT V6 SE model please?!

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Love this car!!!

Written by: lamardis on 11/03/2005

Vehicle

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

Review

After having an SUV, I swore that I would never own another car. I was wrong... I love this car!!! The seats are comfortable, that back has plenty of leg room... my husband is 6 ft and has no problems with roominess. the trunk is HUGE! I live in the mountains, and my 4cyl. is plenty strong to climb without any trouble.

Favorite Features

Suggested Improvements

get rid of the door on the console... like the 2004 model

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HESITATION problem!

Written by: Not happy on 11/03/2005

Vehicle

2005 Toyota Camry SE V6 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 5A)

Review

Owned 3 months with 1600 miles now, very dissatisfied with transmission hesitation. After normal slowing down and then reaccelerating, engine doesn't seem to know what to do. I'm praying Toyota will recall. Getting approx. 21 mpg. A/C and temperature lighted controls along with clock/passenger air bag monitor hard to see with normal sunlight. Love a breeze from a sunroof; but with Camry's open fully, can't feel any air w/o opening windows too. Performance P215/55/17 tires noisy on rough roads and over $175 each to buy - that's over $700 plus taxes & installation to replace all 4 tires & rated for only 20,000 miles. Front end design seems to attract many road stones and chips paint easily.

Favorite Features

Engine is quiet, hardly know it's running and despite hesitation problem, V6 has plently of speed. Leather and heated seats. JBL stereo is decent but could be better. Like the sunroof opening into the car roof then above and outside the roof. Rear window sunshade is nice feature. Spacious trunk.

Suggested Improvements

FIX HESITATION PROBLEM! More options such as automatic low/high beam sensor, mileage/trip computer, keyless entry, power passenger seat, some more vivid exterior color options. More range with tilt wheel. Front bumber scratches easily from road stones. Rear seat A/C & heater vents.

3 out 3 people found this review helpful

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Family Car

Written by: Jeanette on 10/27/2005

Vehicle

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

Review

Well built and fun to drive. Fits 3 car seats accross the back seat. A great alternative to the minivan. Large truck fits toys and strollers with room for grocerys. We love it and would buy again.

Favorite Features

Seat warmmer

Suggested Improvements

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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05 SEV6

Written by: Hjm on 10/24/2005

Vehicle

2005 Toyota Camry SE V6 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 5A)

Review

V6 SE, quiet and smooth ride. Springs and frame are adequately stiffer, yet still absorbs the bumps. Engine power is a little low for 3.3L. Reasonable fuel economy. Seat comfort and ergonomics are perfect. 5-speed automatic transmission seamless transtion but takes a while to adapt to the drivers' habit. Throttle by wire can get a little touchy sometimes. Factory Options get expensive really quick. Dual exhaust would make much sportier look. Toyota build, Lexus quality and style.

Favorite Features

Not a facelift body style. Roomy. Sitting taller than the other guys (have you ever heard the expression "sitting pretty", this is it). The impression of "complex but not complicated". The styling of "Mature but sporty enough to play rough"

Suggested Improvements

Dual exhaust, standard VSC, Standard traction, Standard auto climate, Standard HID. Slightly lowered suspension. Unleash more horses, please.

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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Ignorant Navigation!

Written by: Vicki Nails on 10/15/2005

Vehicle

2005 Toyota Camry XLE 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5A)

Review

I purchased an XLE 4 door Toyota with a navigation system which only came in a package consisting of heated seats and side air bags. The heated seats stay on for 5 minutes at a time and then shut off and come on again. The navigation system isn't programmed for many local streets and often suggests turning left when you need to turn right on interstate highways. I regret spending the additional money on this option. The heated seats should stay on at the driver's discretion. There is unacceptable road noise level. Long trips are not pleasant. I regret buying this car, and I can't wait to sell it and purchase another car. It won't be a Toyota!

Favorite Features

The exterior and interior color.

Suggested Improvements

Remodel the back end of the car! There was a very loud noise under the dashboard. The dealership wasn't able to ascertain the problem or see what was causing the noise. I have no confidence in this car! Can't wait to sell it!

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2005 Toyota

Written by: Ralph Shivel on 10/08/2005

Vehicle

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

Review

Do not like the high rear end on the Camry. Do not like the rebound sound from the rear of the auto when you hit a moderate size bump. The front bumper catches parking wedges, which cause it to tear the thin plastic undercarrage.

Favorite Features

Steering is excelent. Handling is better than most sedans. Body is tight, with good wipers.

Suggested Improvements

Lower the rear, even if it cost you a little MPG. Lower overall height.

1 out 3 people found this review helpful

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Great car

Written by: Russ Hamel on 10/04/2005

Vehicle

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

Review

We purchased our 2002 Camry in Jan.2002. This our first Toyota, replacing a 1997 Taurus. The Camry is smoother, quieter, roomier and more fun to drive. This car is well-equipped for a basic-model Camry. Other than an instrument cluster that was replaced at 15000 miles for giving erratic readings, we have had no problems whatsoever. With 75,000 miles, this car still drives like new. I would definitely buy another one.

Favorite Features

Great fuel economy (33 MPG hwy), plenty of room, quiet, smooth, smooth gearbox, superb 4 cylinder engine, no timing belt to replace, very comfortable on long trips.

Suggested Improvements

Need illuminated window/door lock switches. Need better tires.

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My first Toyota...Love It

Written by: Jenni on 10/03/2005

Vehicle

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

Review

After my Honda was totaled and only ever driving an Accord I decided to look at the Camry and was quite surprised. It drives and rides like a luxury car, very smooth and quiet. The features that come standard are great: auto lights, passenger airbag sensor, radio controls on steering wheel, auto locks when in gear, and keyless entry. The back seat is very roomy for adults with the headrests and the truck is the biggest I've ever seen. There's also tons of storage so the car never looks cluttered. I've only had the car for a few days, but think I made the best purchase ever. I love driving this car.

Favorite Features

Auto Lights, audio controls on steering wheel, large trunk space, smooth and quite ride, and the storage.

Suggested Improvements

nothing really, but A/C vents for backseat passengers would be nice.

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I Can't Believe its a Camry!

Written by: pepdoc on 09/30/2005

Vehicle

2005 Toyota Camry SE V6 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 5A)

Review

I really love this car. I wanted something that handled well, went fast and was sporty, with cool stuff. This car is cool. The engine is sweet, it accelerates beautifully, and it is smooth and quiet. I often don't know it is running. I have a bad back and was worried about comfort in the seats. It is just great. I LOVE this car.

Favorite Features

The engine and the front seat. The storage bin between the seats is handy and I like the double bin.

Suggested Improvements

The bumpers scratch easily, I wish they would put more paint on. The radio knob is a bit too far from my hand, but I love the controls on the wheel. I wish the air conditioning had a vent to the back seat.

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