Used 2019 Toyota Camry LE Sedan Review
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Read what other owners think about the 2019 Toyota Camry LE Sedan.
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My 5th Camry
Gabriel Romano, East Brunswick, NJ, 05/02/2019
2019 Toyota Camry LE 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 8A)
The 2019 is the fifth Camry I have leased. The previous four were all reliable and great performers. I love the new styling of the 2019 Camry. The ride is also awesome. The problem with the car is very sluggish and delayed acceleration. My other four Camry's were very responsive and had quick acceleration, so much better than the 2019. I can't believe that the folks at Toyota aren't … aware of this. I am very disappointed with the car's performance. Too bad, because it really is a nice car. Won't get a sixth one unless they fix this. Hoping for a software update or a recall to fix this very noticeable acceleration problem.
Beautiful Car - Gear shifting at slow speeds bad
Mark Stevens, Southaven, MS, 03/24/2019
2019 Toyota Camry LE 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 8A)
I think the 2018/19 Camry's are the best looking car out there. I have all the safety features and they work very well. However, the automatic transmission is horrible. Shifting when accelerating like from a red light or stop sign is bad. Usually there is a delay and the car jerks. Also during acceleration there is a lot of engine noise. For these reasons I cannot recommend it and … although it's beautiful it's not fun to drive and I'm already considering getting rid of it to get a different car. Wish I had of paid more attention during my test drive.
Update to my original post. I still have this car. Have definite issues with the transmission when accelerating from a stop or near stop. Car hesitates on acceleration and then jerks. If anything it's gotten worse. Have taken it to the dealership 3 times. Have opened a case with Toyota which is a joke. They are aware of the transmission issues on the new 2018/2019's but there is no fix yet and so they typically tell you it's normal operation. They put your car on their 'health computer' and tell you everything checks out fine. It's not fine and that computer is not hooked up when the car is being driven and the transmission is shifting. I will more than likely get rid of the car and stay away from Toyota due to my experience with them. There are many others complaining of similiar problems and I've seen some talk of a class action lawsuit or people recommending I go for the lemon law. Bottom line is a trusted Toyota and they let me down. I do not enjoy driving the car and i'm going to lose money by trading it in for another car (most definitely won't be Toyota). I'm frustrated with the issue but more disappointed with Toyota and the way they have handled it. This was my 4th Camry and will be my last. The service manager off the record tells me they have alot of the same complaints but they have no fix. He acknowleges it.....off the record when talking to me and then writes on the ticket - no problem found - normal operation. He then tells me to keep bothering Toyota or nothing is going to get done to fix the issue.
Cold feet!
Beth, Amarillo, TX, 02/09/2019
2019 Toyota Camry LE 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 8A)
We bought our 2019 LE Camry in November 2018. I based this purchase on comfort, style, and smoothness of ride. My husband looked at other aspects. Everything was good until the weather got cold last week in northern Illinois. The heating and defrosting system is very ineffective if the temperature is below 0. It blows colder the longer you drive. We have taken it into the dealership … twice for this issue in the past week. We were told Toyota is aware of this problem calling it a “ design flaw on these models ” however no solution is available at this time. A very high probability of a new car in our garage before the next cold season
Great car with one shortcoming
Paul, Fargo, ND, 02/02/2019
2019 Toyota Camry LE 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 8A)
Great car, great value, the safety technology that comes standard is amazing. Fairly comfortable and handles great. One shortcoming would be the HVAC and defrost system. It is really difficult to warm the car up in New England winter temps. It was actually blowing cold air out the other day when I was driving. I turned the fan down and the air heated up but wasn’t blowing heard … enough to heat the cabin. Granted it was about 5 below zero that morning but you figure heat is much easier to produce then A.C. haven’t had a chance to test A.C. yet but the blower fan in general is underpowered. In addition, only 3/4 of the rear window defrosts. I thought I had a blown fuse or something because there are heating elements throughout the window. Come to find out the top 1/4 to 1/3 is actually a radio antenna. This is my 4th Camry and 7th Toyota. Don’t get me wrong, I love it and the price point but would have paid a little extra for properly powered HVAC system.
Edmunds Summary Review of the 2019 Toyota Camry LE Sedan
What’s new
- New Apple CarPlay and Amazon Alexa compatibility
- Part of the eighth Camry generation introduced for 2018
Pros & Cons
- Pro:Strong fuel economy from four-cylinder engine
- Pro:Plenty of cabin and cargo space
- Pro:Impressively easy car to drive
- Con:Subpar infotainment and smartphone integration
- Con:Engine noise is prominent during acceleration
- Con:Advanced driver aids can be overly sensitive
Which Camry does Edmunds recommend?
Get the midlevel SE trim. The SE has a sport-tuned suspension for better handling. Don't worry about a stiff ride, though — the SE is still relatively comfortable on the road. The SE is also a good bargain considering all the safety and tech equipment you get for the money. Finally, the SE is available with a wide range of options, so you can pick and choose which ones are right for your budget.
Full Edmunds Review: 2019 Toyota Camry Sedan
Driving
7.5This generation Camry has more spirit than its predecessor, which is most apparent in its more refined steering and handling. The 2.5-liter four-cylinder provides adequate power for most situations, and its eight-speed automatic transmission is well-mannered.
Comfort
7.5The Camry's big, comfortable seats, smooth ride and powerful climate control mean a pleasant experience for passengers of most sizes. But the Camry's a bit on the noisy side, with a prominent engine buzz when accelerating and noticeable wind and road noise at freeway speeds.
Interior
8.0The Camry's cabin won't wow you with its opulence, but it does get the fundamentals right. The driver's seat will satisfy a truly broad range of sizes and shapes, and the cabin is spacious. And with easy-to-decipher controls, the Camry is a cinch to live with on a daily basis.
Utility
8.5As sedans go, the Camry's stuff-hauling credentials are pretty solid. The cargo area is large and opens wide, plus the back seat is easy to fold down to fit longer items. There are enough cabin storage options to make most people happy. Loading a car seat is straightforward, too.
Technology
6.5All Camrys have an impressive suite of standard driver assistance features, but some are too sensitive or cannot be turned off completely. Built-in navigation is largely unavailable. That said, the audio system is quite easy to learn and use.
Edmunds Insurance Estimator
The Edmunds TCO® estimated monthly insurance payment for a 2019 Toyota Camry in Ohio is:
$55.83 per month*Legal