Toyota Camry from USA
Toyota Camry cars are some of the best-selling sedans in the United States. The car first appeared in 1976, in Japan as the Toyota Celica Camry, and only in 1982 it became a separate model and went, among others, to the USA, where the model achieved spectacular success. Interestingly, Toyota adapts it to individual markets, so if you are interested Importing a car from the USA, then know that it looks different than what is offered in Poland. This applies in particular to the most favorable to bring generation with the designation XV70, on which we will focus.
Toyota Camry XV70 (2017-2024)
In 2004, Camry disappeared from European roads, as motorists from our continent ceased to be interested in sedans. These have lost their prestige in the face of the growing offer of SUVs. Only in 2019 did the manufacturer decide to return this car with the XV70 generation, which had been offered in the USA since 2017. Only a hybrid with a 2.5 gasoline engine came to our continent, while beyond the ocean the offer of engines and drives was wider, as was the choice of equipment versions richer.
In 2020, the car underwent a facelift, which consisted in redesigning the front belt, adding new wheel designs and new body colors. The multimedia system has been improved, a wireless charger for phones has been added and new features of the Toyota Safety Sense 2.5+ package has been added, the efficiency of the hybrid system has been increased.
Toyota Camry XV70 from the USA — differences
How is the American Toyota Camry different? Interior and exterior are the first things that attract attention.
The car has a more sporty and aggressive appearance, as well as a rich package of stylistic additions. There are even two-tone body paints available. Depending on the version, the interior of the American version can be equipped, for example, with sports seats with red stitching.
While only a hybrid is intended for Europe, in the USA there are 2 more gasoline engines. The European version is also limited in terms of drive - customers only had the front axle available, and in the USA there is also an AWD option.
Finally, there is also the issue of price — in the USA for a car you had to pay the equivalent of 104 thousand PLN for the basic variant, while in Europe prices started from 138 thousand PLN, but already in standard customers received slightly richer equipment.
Toyota Camry — specifications
While in the European version of the Toyota Camry the engine is limited only to the hybrid option, in the USA the car was also offered with gasoline engines, which may tempt many buyers from our continent.
- 2.5 R4 Dynamic Force (A25A-FX) — power: 203-206 hp, available with FWD or AWD drive;
- 3.5 V6 (2GR-FX) — power: 301 hp, available in higher versions (XLE, XSE, TRD), only with FWD drive;
- Hybrid with 2.5 R4 engine (A25A-FXS) — power: 208 hp, available in LE Hybrid, SE Hybrid and XLE Hybrid versions, only with FWD drive.
Toyota Camry - dimensions
- Length: 4885 mm
- Width: 1840 mm
- Height: 1445 mm
- Wheelbase: 2825 mm
- Trunk Capacity: 427 l (petrol versions), 371 l (hybrid versions)
Toyota Camry — specifications — equipment
In the United States, the Toyota Camry XV70 was offered in many variants, which differed not only in equipment, but also in the available engine and powertrain options.
- Toyota Camry L — basic version, offered only with 2.5 gasoline engine and front-wheel drive, equipped with, among others, Toyota Safety Sense 2.5+ system (recollision safety system, adaptive cruise control, lane assistant, automatic high beam), 7" touchscreen, rear view camera, support for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, heated front seats.
- Toyota Camry LE — offered only with 2.5 petrol engine and front-wheel drive, enriched compared to the L version with leather accents in the interior, 8-plane driver's seat adjustment, 8" multimedia screen, 17" alloy wheels.
- Toyota Camry SE — offered only with 2.5 petrol engine and front-wheel drive, enhanced compared to the LE version with a sporty suspension, larger air intakes, 18" alloy wheels, unique interior trim (combination of leather and fabric upholstery).
- Toyota Camry SE Nightshade — SE version equipment enriched with accessories in black (rims, door frames, door handles, logos and mirror housings).
- Toyota Camry XSE — offered with a 2.5 or 3.5 V6 petrol engine and FWD or AWD drive for the 2.5 version, equipped with, among other things, sporty interior trim with red stitching, ventilated front seats, improved audio system and 19" alloy wheels.
- Toyota Camry XLE — offered with 2.5 or 3.5 V6 petrol engine and FWD or AWD drive for version 2.5, equipped with, among others, JBL audio system, panoramic roof, front seat adjustment memory, parking assistant.
- Toyota Camry TRD (Toyota Racing Development) — offered only with 3.5 V6 petrol engine and FWD drive, equipped with, among others, more powerful brakes, sports suspension, aluminum pedal pads, 19" alloy wheels.
- Toyota Camry Hybrid — offered in LE, SE and XLE versions.
Toyota Camry from the USA - is it worth it?
You already know that Toyota from USA has more options for engines and equipment, and in addition, it differs significantly in design. It combines the comfort of a business sedan with sporty emotions, especially in the SE, XSE and TRD versions. The profitability of the purchase is further increased by the attractive prices of copies from the American market. The differences in prices are up to PLN 30 to 40 thousand compared to cars from the European secondary market. The popularity of the Camry in the USA means that you can find a rich assortment of copies at auctions.
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Importing a car from the USA may seem like a complicated procedure, especially if it will be your first purchase of four wheels from across the ocean. Fortunately, you can count on us! As an intermediary with many years of experience, we offer the service of bringing your dream Toyota Camry from the USA. Just contact us, specify your budget and expectations, and we will go on the search for the right car.
Bryka's services from America include:
- finding a car, checking it from a formal point of view, optionally ordering a technical inspection by a third-party company;
- participation in bidding;
- transport of the car to the port in the USA, freight with optional insurance, transport to any place in Poland;
- assistance with formalities and customs and excise duties;
- assistance in preparing the car for registration in Poland (repair, conversion of lights, etc.).
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