Used 2009 Toyota Camry SE 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5A) Consumer Reviews
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Oilcoholic Camry -"The Oil Consumption Epidemic"
Adrian, Middlefield, CT, 11/21/2018
Toyota Camry SE 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
14 of 15 people found this review helpful
My car started oil consumption around 120,000 miles. Took the vehicle to the Toyota Dealer were I purchased it. They ran an oil consumption test. They changed the oil and filter then I drove the vehicle for 1,200 miles and returned for the final result.It needed oil,so it failed. The dealer installed new rings and pistons . I also got a rental vehicle. All at no cost to me. I was told by the Service Manager that Toyota had honor a warranty to resolve the "Oil Consumption Failure" . I found hundreds of complains of oil consumption failure online were Toyota Dealers quoted the customers $5,000.00 to $6,000.00 for repairs. Others were told that it was normal,to change to a better synthetic oil,Etc. I believe all the dealers should had know and offer the same remedy or at least a uniform explanation to all customers. Many found no resolution. Many won't buy Toyota again.I have purchased 6 vehicles from my Toyota dealer in a span of 20 years.I'm in doubt about number 7 after learning that many oilcoholic Camrys were denied "Rehabilitation" .
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Worthy of the SE (Sports Edition) name
JimBob Seeker, 09/06/2010
Toyota Camry SE 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
My driving experience spans more than 35 years. I have always wanted a sports car but the pragmatist in me could never justify it. I have owned economy cars, mini-vans and family sedans but never a car with a performance flavor until now. I purchased a used '09 Camry SE with 20Km on the odometer several months ago and I was pleasantly surprised to find that I could have my cake and eat it too. This vehicle carries 4 adults in comfort, provides very good fuel economy, handles superbly, has decent acceleration, feels right at home on the freeway, looks like a sports car and has a very likable personality. Overall, I am very pleased with the car. I would definitely buy another.
Don’t waste your money
Brian Mullins, Carlsbad, CA, 11/15/2018
Toyota Camry SE 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
Bought one of these used with 100,000 miles on it. From the very beginning I could tell it wasn’t as solid as the 2002 Camry I had prior. Feels very cheaply made with excessive weak plastic components. Transmission is the “I” transmission for “intelligence” but it slips going down hills and struggles to find and stay in one’s gear. The gear ratio seems way off compared to how it should feel. The engine runs good because it’s the 2.4 simple 4 cylinder. However, the piston rings had a flaw in the manufacturing process so the car will burn excessive amounts of oil. Gas mileage is worse than my previous camry and the car feels more heavy and sluggish. A huge disappointment from the other two Toyota camrys I’ve had and I will never purchase a Toyota again. Be careful when buying this generation of camry (2007-2011) because most will say they are not as good as their reputation precedes.
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Best Car I've driven and owned
mike_inmid5, Chicago Heights, IL, 02/23/2013
Toyota Camry SE 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
First off, I have been in sales for 25 years. Many of those years were company supplied vehicles. Ford Taurus', Explorer. Have also owned Dodge Pickup, etc. All typical American vehicles. This Camry is just so much more refined than all those vehicles. Despite it being a 4 cylinder, the vehicle is plenty fast, and can pass at will (unless someone is doing 90 mph, then I wont pass them).Interior is great, I get a lot of compliments believe it or not, with SE the Ice Blue color. I have had zero maintenance problems. NADA ! Just change oil. At 46,000 miles now, and love every minute of it. The engine is bulletproof, and the ride is very comfortable. I'll likely keep it until 250,000 miles.
Dissappointing
Mike, 04/01/2010
Toyota Camry SE 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I leased my 2009 Camry looking to possibly purchase at end of lease. The pick up is awful and I fear for my life going onto a highway. The acceleration is awful! Now I find out my tires are bad after 22k! (I rotate after every other oil change at 8k.) Toyota suggests after 5k which also points to too much required maintenance). I owned Fords before this and never had any of these problems. The tires went well into 40k. Also, the radio is terrible. Toyota offers nothing to keep me as a client. Ford I am coming back!
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