2009 Toyota Camry

Rating from Prodriver82

(4)
Comfort:		4 out of 5
Performance:		3 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		4 out of 5
Interior Design:		4 out of 5
Value for the Money:		5 out of 5
Reliability:		5 out of 5

"I went from owning a 2005 Chevy Trail Blazer with 126,000 miles to opt for a 2009 Toyota Camry CE (base model). When we first bought the car in November 2011, we really enjoyed the car. Great fuel economy averaging 22 City/30 Highway, lots of interior room, comfortable seating for 5. Not allot of toys due to it being a base model. If your considering the purchase of an 2009 Camry, might I suggest settling for either the LE, SE or the XLE models rather than the base CE. More toys therefor more enjoyment. We were taking at least one long distance trip a month and was an enjoyable car to drive. Very reliable car. We owned the Camry for 13 months, but after seven months, we were back in the market seeking out an SUV to replace the Camry. Again, it was a great car but it just, over time, wasn't the car for us."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Just getting around

Rating from Camry fan

(5)
Comfort:		4 out of 5
Performance:		4 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		4 out of 5
Interior Design:		3 out of 5
Value for the Money:		5 out of 5
Reliability:		4 out of 5

"I just bought my 3rd Camry, a 2009 model. It is a very nce car, it drives well and is very tight. The steering is a bit light and the brakes a bit touchy, but I should get used to them. I am surprised that the HWY mileage isn't all that high, only 29.5mpg. I have yet to break 30mpg. My 15 year old Camry got better mileage (32mpg) so that is disappointing. Overall, a very good car."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Transporting family

Rating from Dan

(4)
Comfort:		3 out of 5
Performance:		3 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		4 out of 5
Interior Design:		3 out of 5
Value for the Money:		3 out of 5
Reliability:		3 out of 5

"Camry used to be a bread and butter for Toyota but there has been serious cost cutting going and it culminated around 2009 model year. Please note that after 2010 Toyota has been pressured by Hyundai and Honda to step up to the plate and significantly improved on a lot the things I'm going to mention. I have Camry SE 4Cyl(which stands for sports package). Quality: 1) Poor quality of assembly: Serious misalignment in the interior panel setup. So serious that I had been buying the car secondhand I would have for sure thought it was in a collision and fixed in a bodyshop. 2) Sound system started having issues (ejecting CD's, displaying weird text, not respond to volume control) around a year after purchase. Turned out there was a old TSB way back to 2006-7 which eclipsed almost of Toyota lineup. Sound system replaced within warranty; now fast forward just ~15K later sound system is having issues again - the same thing. 3) During regular maintenance (at 28K miles) it was discovered that water pump is leaking, CV boot is leaking. Replaced under powertrain warranty for free. =================== Interior materials =================== Cheap silver plastic everywhere and the rest of interior pieces scream - cheap.... The SE trim at least gets some higher quality seat fabric and alloy wheels - the lesser trims are abomination to look at. =================== Driving =================== 1) Steering feedback is nonexistent. Steering is needlessly heavy. 2) Sports suspension is very harsh and absolutely needlessly so. The car while acting tauter than the regular Camry still remains...a Camry. 3) The engine is a surprise. Being around 155 HP engine in the car of this size, you would be expecting a complete slugger - but somehow Toyota was able to squeeze the last ounces of power from it to deliver a more than acceptable driving experience. Conclusion: For a car that for all means and purposes is equal to using an appliance - going from A to B, the reliability problems of the Camry and the construction/fit/finish put a serious dent in the Toyota brand reputation. If it is not a driver's car by definition and not even a reliable appliance by its design what exactly is the purpose for its existence?"

I would recommend this car to a friend: No

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: Commuting

Rating from mom car

(5)
Comfort:		5 out of 5
Performance:		5 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		4 out of 5
Interior Design:		4 out of 5
Value for the Money:		4 out of 5
Reliability:		5 out of 5

"First Toyota I have owned, love my Camry LE, looking to sell again soon for another newer camry upgarde to XLE. It's comfortable and roomy for long trips, reliable and great on gas. Have over 60K miles, and no major repairs yet."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: Just getting around

Rating from Toyota Loyalist

(1)
Comfort:		1 out of 5
Performance:		1 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		2 out of 5
Interior Design:		2 out of 5
Value for the Money:		1 out of 5
Reliability:		1 out of 5

"I was told by so many that a Camry was a bulletproof choice and that I would never regret it. Well after having a Honda Accord that was a nightmare and worse I test drove a Camry finding that after 100 miles it seemed comfortable enough and thought it would be a reliable change from my Honda. Went ahead and bought the V6 SE with Leather seating and some other options. Then the next month I had a meeting in Portland, OR. I live in LA so I thought I would drive. The seats are like sitting on rocks and the AC barely cools anything. Then when you sweat in the CA sunshine you stick to them like glue. So pouring on sweat and sitting on leather rocks I made the decision to pull over in Sacramento and rent another car. I did and they gave me a Ford Taurus. I LOVED IT. It was comfortable, quite, powerful, and handled well while averaging 35mpgs. The trunk was bigger too. When I returned I dreaded the car trip home in my Camry but I made it back to LA just to have the thing break down 2 weeks later. I took it to Toyota and they said it was oil starved and when the checked the level sure enough only a quarter full. They said that it was regular for it to burn oil like that, even telling me that some burn up to a quart for ever 1k miles. So I listed my Camry and got myself a Taurus and couldn't be happier. Its more comfortable, practical, efficient, economical, powerful, reliable, safer, and handles much better thanks to AWD rather than that understeering FWD on the Camry. I have owned over 5 Toyotas in my life but never again will I purchase a Toyota. Also check that this Model has 5, yes five, you read it right recalls on it. Toyota used to be a biword for quality and dependability but now I think that they have passed the torch to Ford and I will now be a Ford loyalist for life. Ford are now more reliable (check number of recalls on Ford in recent years compared to competing Toyota models), more practical, and just all around better cars. If your looking at a Camry I advise you to look rather at the competing Ford model. Run don't walk away from Toyota."

I would recommend this car to a friend: No

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: Commuting

Rating from Realtor

(4)
Comfort:		5 out of 5
Performance:		4 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		4 out of 5
Interior Design:		5 out of 5
Value for the Money:		5 out of 5
Reliability:		5 out of 5

"I did not feel I could afford a Prius because I wanted a "loaded car" with leather, navigation, upgraded sound system, blue tooth, power everything...you name it, I wanted it! That is very hard to do when also wanting a HYBRID. After a month of diligent research, I finally decided on the Toyota Camry Hybrid which was very affordable yet offered me the luxury I wanted. Though the Camry's only get 35 miles to the gallon compared to 55 in the Prius, it was still a big savings in gas mileage from what I had been driving so I am extremely, extremely happy with my purchase. And I could not have found it without on line car search engines!"

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Work

Rating from high standards mom

(5)
Comfort:		4 out of 5
Performance:		5 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		5 out of 5
Interior Design:		5 out of 5
Value for the Money:		5 out of 5
Reliability:		5 out of 5

"I can't tell you how much I'm enjoying my new (used) camry. I love everything about it. Best decision I've made in a long time."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Commuting

Rating from bullseye

(4)
Comfort:		3 out of 5
Performance:		3 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		4 out of 5
Interior Design:		3 out of 5
Value for the Money:		4 out of 5
Reliability:		4 out of 5

"All I need in Colorado is front wheel drive and this car is great gets great MPG along with a lot of room for throwing my snowboard in the trunk with a through an through back seat love it."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Work

Rating from natassjha05

(4)
Comfort:		5 out of 5
Performance:		3 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		5 out of 5
Interior Design:		3 out of 5
Value for the Money:		5 out of 5
Reliability:		5 out of 5

"The car is great. Everything is fine except that the interior design isn't as flashy as what you expect of higher end cars. It also doesn't have much speed but the engine is a 2.4 so it is what I expected. It is fine for my purposes, a family car driven to and from work and school. Eventually I will buy something sporty with all the bells and whistles (probably when my child is no longer fascinated w/ buttons!)"

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Transporting family

Rating from Cars on Lockdown

(5)
Comfort:		4 out of 5
Performance:		5 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		5 out of 5
Interior Design:		4 out of 5
Value for the Money:		5 out of 5
Reliability:		5 out of 5

"If you need a car for a good price and reliable this is the car. I love mine it's a perfect car for middle size family."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Just getting around