2009 Toyota Camry Consumer Reviews

Disappointed

Written by: Rose Christopher on 11/25/2009

Vehicle

2009 Toyota Camry LE 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5A)

Review

I bought a Camry because in the past I had driven them. I found the engine to be quiet to the point that you didn't know the car was running. Not my Camry, when starting it up it sounds as if a truck is running. When changing gears it sounds as if I have duel mufflers. I had it in for service, this is what they say " it's a 4 cylinder" "the car is new" "there is nothing mechanical wrong with the car".

Favorite Features

none

Suggested Improvements

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I think a lot of you missed the boat...

Written by: noobosaurusrex on 11/20/2009

Vehicle

2009 Toyota Camry SE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Review

270HP, 0-60 in 5.8secs?? What's not to love? I've beat Mustang GTs (that's right, the 300HP V8s) in this thing. I went for the fully loaded Camry SE, only thing I didn't get was a sunroof bc it takes away ur overall headspace. Seats are comfortable, its got sporty firm perforated leather, not soft wrinkly XLE leather. I see alot of people complaining about this car, but in all honesty, if you take care of it, things tend to stay new. I upgraded my interior to an ash colored wood grain. So it looks good with the black leather and silver accents. Its a V6..I bought it for style not for fuel economy...then again my other car is a 2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8 (11mpg) :O

Favorite Features

Its your classic Sleeper...4-door sedan w/ a lot of pep. Floor this bad boy and you will burn some rubber. Easy steering, don't get a lot of understeer. Smooth ride, little road noise. Blue-tooth phone access is nice, iPod interface works great! Lots of room, even in the back. ^^

Suggested Improvements

Would've been nice with some wider tire tread. 215 is nice, but 235 would've seemed a little more sporty. Should have more tech-friendly features such as dash information interfacing, maybe offer an upgrade for those interested in Real Time performance specs.

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Priced right

Written by: ATL-GA on 11/20/2009

Vehicle

2009 Toyota Camry LE 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5A)

Review

Decent car for the money. 1 year old, with only 1 real problem. Fuel gauge is flaky, when you fill up; it can take 15 minutes for it to register full. In the dealership for the 3rd time right now to try and fix. Need it fixed while it is still under warranty. Hopefully it will be fixed this time. Car is excellent on Gas, when people say 35 miles to the gallon, believe it. Between my Parent and myself (2008 and 2009 Camry’s) we've both got 35mpg no trips. Lots of room, lofty comfortable ride. By no means exciting or sporty ride.

Favorite Features

gas mileage great, lots of room.

Suggested Improvements

2009 model does have jerky start from dead stop, more pep then 2008 model. It's hard for me to take off without jumping forward and jerking people. Taking Car in 3 times for the same problem will be big factor in future purchases.

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Absolute Work of Art

Written by: Ken on 11/14/2009

Vehicle

2009 Toyota Camry 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5M)

Review

I've got the model with the BBS wheels and the concave body kit. I love this car and everything about it. Traded my 2006 VW Passat in on it and couldn't be happier. There aren't many cars on the road that look better than this one. 4 cylinder engine runs like a champ. Plenty of power (especially for the wife).

Favorite Features

First, the BBS wheels and the body kit make it look like a sprint cup car. Other faves would be, the manual/auto shifter. The seats go all the way back so it dosen't matter if you're 5 foot tall or 7 foot tall you will have room. Last but not least of all my faves is the safety rating... peace of mind.

Suggested Improvements

Change the 2010 model nose back to the 2007-2009 nose. Other than that... heck, you can't fix something that is already perfect.

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Blind Spots

Written by: buddy40 on 11/11/2009

Vehicle

2009 Toyota Camry LE 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5A)

Review

My first Toyota. Bought it new and so far the only problem that I find is it has quite a few blind spots. I think back up sensors would be a nice feature.

Favorite Features

mileage,comfort, driveability

Suggested Improvements

Rear back up sensors.

3 out 3 people found this review helpful

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Replaced Honda Accord EXL

Written by: Greg on 11/10/2009

Vehicle

2009 Toyota Camry SE 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5A)

Review

Honda V-6 got 27 mpg, 30 on I-5. Getting 25 on 4 cyl Camry w/80 less HP. It is gutless, but expected it to be, as we were trying to be more environ conscious. Interior is cheap- feel like I am driving an older Impala! Recently car started "surging" on the highway at 60-65 mph. Took to local dealer who refused to examine vehicle w/o me paying for fuel exam! Toyota's official line on surges are "floor mats." I was astonished and will never buy another Toyota, although we have had many, beginning with Corona, Cressida, Camry and Corolla before this Toyota. Overall it is very boring, seats uncomfortable, gets lousy gas mileage; is full of cheap plastic everywhere. We plan to sell it asap!

Favorite Features

Exterior rear and sides are designed nicely. Came with 17 inch wheels. Is fairly quiet. Has a large trunk and lots of interior space.

Suggested Improvements

Improve fit and finish, lose cheap plastic between front seats. Paint has orange peeling finish. Logo on front has to go.

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Wish I kept my Acura

Written by: Harry L on 11/05/2009

Vehicle

2009 Toyota Camry SE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Review

I previously owned an Acura TL, but was disappointed in the new body style. I bought the Camry strictly because I loved the looks better than the new Acura TL. Well what a mistake that was. Even though this car has excellent acceleration, the cheap plastic parts inside are terrible quality causing squeaks and rattles everywhere.

Favorite Features

The exterior looks. Black is the best color! The JBL stereo rocks. Handling is great.

Suggested Improvements

Quality improvement is needed. BIG time!!

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Year 1 Review... Not that satisfied

Written by: Byron K on 10/26/2009

Vehicle

2009 Toyota Camry SE 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5A)

Review

I've had my car for 1 year this month. During the first year the dealer replaced my shocks because they were going bad. I was told this is happening to cars in cold areas. My car makes various noises depending on the time of year. I hear a squeak/crackling noise coming from the radio in the winter/fall, but not when it's warm. The car actually makes noises like a house settling. The radio periodically goes from Auxiliary to the FM radio for no reason. I have driven Chevy's and Ford's that seem to be built better than this car. Now I will either trade it in and lose the 1 year of payments put into it or keep it and hope the engine proves to be as reliable as everyone else thinks.

Favorite Features

Exterior, features for the money, gas mileage.

Suggested Improvements

Quality of interior, random noises at various times of the year.

2 out 3 people found this review helpful

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Smooth & Powerful-Wish I bought an SE

Written by: Paul3637 on 10/03/2009

Vehicle

2009 Toyota Camry LE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Review

At 36 mpg real world highway mpg, this rivals or exceeds the underpowered 2.4L I4 or the hybrid. At 12,500 miles and 18 months I brought my car to the dealer for its third oil change yesterday - have had zero defects, zero repairs. zero oil consumption... but dealer confirmed that like all pre April 2008 build 3.5L V6 Toyotas it has a rubber vvti oil line that can rupture resulting in engine failure. No TSB or recall yet - dealer acknowledged problem but wants $250 to fix with new metal line. Bidgestone 16" tires were about over half worn at 8K miles so replaced the el cheapo tires & hubcaps with 215/55/17 SE style alloys & Michelins which improved handling. Seats are very comfortable. In retrospect, I would pay the extra $1200 for the SE package for nicer interior and 17" alloy wheels.

Favorite Features

Smooth powerful drivetrain, great fuel economy, quiet ride with almost no wind or road noise. Great value - paid less for my 09 LEV6 than I paid for my 1997 LEV6 - in part because options like ignition interlock and power seats are now standard - and when gas was $4/gallon I got $3K off sticker.

Suggested Improvements

1) 17 inch wheels should be standard 2) Eliminate cheap Bridgestone tires 3) Dashboard is fine but the rest of the dishwater grey interior looks like it was designed to look cheap.

1 out 2 people found this review helpful

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Uncomfortable driver's seat

Written by: arlene on 09/23/2009

Vehicle

2009 Toyota Camry LE 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5M)

Review

I am 5'2'' and I am sick that my new car has such an uncomfortable drivers seat. I never had a back problem and I do now. I bought the car for comfort for long drives, and now even in the car for 30 mins., my back is in pain. I am hoping Toyota has some sort of a cushion to rectify this very serious defect in a brand new car. The new 2009 design is the most uncomfortable seat I have EVER driven in, and I have been driving for 36 years in a lot cheaper cars in the past.

Favorite Features

It drives very smoothly, therefore tricking me into thinking the seats would be a good design also.

Suggested Improvements

Change the seats to fit smaller people, the new 2009 design is the most uncomfortable seat I have EVER driven in, and I have been driving for 36 years in a lot cheaper cars in the past.

3 out 9 people found this review helpful

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