2012 Toyota Camry Priced from $21,995; Camry Hybrid from $25,900

[AutoGuide.com]

Toyota has announced pricing on the all-new, seventh-generation 2012 Camry and Camry Hybrid. The all-new Camry and Camry Hybrid will be offered in four different model grades. The models will include the entry-level L, value-driven LE, premium XLE and sporty SE grades. The XLE and SE are available with four-cylinder or V6 engines. The Camry Hybrid is offered in LE and XLE grades.

The Camry L has been priced at $21,955 and comes equipped with goodies including, Bluetooth hands-free capability, air conditioning, power windows/locks, six speaker CD audio system, and iPod connectivity. The LE has been priced at $22, 500 and features and all new Display Audio System, which features a 6.1-inch tourch screen. The sporty SE has been priced at $23,000 (4-cylinder) or $26,640 (V6) and features 18-inch rims, sport suspension, and unique body styling. The XLE will start at $24,725 for the four-cylinder or $29,845 (V6) and comes with the all-new Display Audio, 17-inch rims, chrome exterior accents, heated mirrors, fog lamps, leather-wrapped steering wheel, dual-zone auto climate control with rear air vents and wood-style interior trim.

The highly revised 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine equipped with Variable Valve Timing with Intelligence (VVT-i) produces 178-hp and 170 lb-ft of torque. The engine achieves 25 mpg city, 35 mpg highway for 28 mpg combined. The 24-valve DOHC 3.5-liter V6 employs Dual VV-i produces 268-hp and 248 lb-ft of torque. This engine achieves 21 mpg city, 30 mpg highway for 25 mpg combined.

The revised 2.5-liter four-cylinder Hybrid Synergy Drive powertrain produces 200-hp and achieves 43 mpg city, 39 mpg highway for 41 mpg combined. The Camry Hybrid LE has been priced at $25,900.

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[rnaz1017]

hmm.....looks okay. But in reality I want to wait to see it in real life before i make a judgment. Just like when Gen6 came out...the first debut photos werent the greatest..until i saw the car in real life I kinda didnt think it looked that great. But of course 5 years past that car looks awesome.

Will have to see what this thing looks like in real life before making a conclusion. At least the interior looks awesome and much more upscale. Touch screen radio in all trims besides base, Entune, better mileage, 179HP 4 banger in the base instead of just SE like the old model. Lower cost seems too..before SE V6 was out of my price range but this new one seems i could have a SE V6 easily. or a SE w/leather and nav.

[ThePointblank]

So, compared to 2011, the L and LE are more expensive, but the SE, XLE, and Hybrid are cheaper. The Hybrid in particular seems to be the best value, as the price difference is over a grand.

[84Cressida]

Originally Posted by ThePointblank

So, compared to 2011, the L and LE are more expensive, but the SE, XLE, and Hybrid are cheaper. The Hybrid in particular seems to be the best value, as the price difference is over a grand.

I hope this makes the XLE and SE more popular sellers compared to the LE.

[Gerson]

I hear 6 speed manual is no longer offered. Disappointing for those who prefer manual transmissions while other Japanese auto makers offers on their midsized sedans like the Accord or Altima.