Admiring a car’s interior is like getting to know a stranger who’s bound to become a friend. You get to know its best traits, along with its flaws, but you accept them anyway because, at the end of the day, the whole experience of being inside the car is something you’d want to live with.
That’s the feeling inside the 2019 Toyota Camry during my in-depth review. Sure, it isn’t perfect but it has an above-satisfactory interior that offers an overall uplifting experience throughout the duration of the test drive. Here’s a closer look.
Plush and suave Interior
It’s no secret that the Lexus ES350 and the Camry are one and the same car, with the former having more bells and whistles and of course, the coveted V6 engine. However, the 2019 Camry’s interior doesn’t deviate too far from its luxurious brother even with its P1,992,000 price tag. The quality of materials is top-notch, while the faux-wood in the center console and dashboard would delight most than few. Even the leather trimmings feel good to the touch and you’re assured that everything that your skin touches is soft and smooth.
Well, almost everything, as the piano black plastics on the dashboard and around the door controls leave something to be desired with. It’s a fingerprint and scratch magnet, something that you would find annoying in the long run. Nevertheless, it’s very easy to find a comfortable driving position in the Camry, thanks to the power-adjustable seats and steering wheel with memory function.
Space is abundant inside the car as expected from a midsize sedan, even at the rear. Air-conditioning works flawlessly at any time of the day, while the rear passengers would have its own controls via a capacitive touchscreen control display. The rear seats can be reclined as well, enough for a very comfortable seating position. And oh, those butterfly headrests are pretty nifty.
The rear cabin could seat three people, but the middle passenger would need to compromise because of the transmission tunnel. He or she would also need to settle with a normal headrest – not that it’s a problem, though. Some cars don’t even have one.
Ample cargo area
The Camry isn’t really built to haul cargo, but if you decide to do so or maybe when golfing, the cargo space is pretty abundant and could fit one golf bag and several more duffel bags. It also has a hook that you could use just in case you need to tie whatever it is you’ll put in the trunk. Lastly, the trunk houses a full-size spare wheel and emergency tools.
2019 Toyota Camry Interior Photo Gallery
Specifications
Engine
2.5 LFuel Type
GasolinePerformance
181 hp @ 6,000 rpmTransmission
Automatic-
Summary
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Name Toyota Camry 2.5 V AT Body Type Sedan Price ₱2,057,000 Transmission Category Automatic -
Engine
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Engine Size 2.5 L Displacement 2,494 cc Number of Cylinders 4 Number of Valves 16 Transmission Type 6-Speed Automatic Transmission -
Performance
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Drivetrain Front-Wheel Drive Max Output (hp) 181 hp @ 6,000 rpm Max Torque (nm) 231 Nm @ 4,100 rpm *estimated -
Economy & Environment
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Fuel Type Gasoline Emissions Standard n/a Fuel Capacity n/a Combined Fuel Consumption 8.9 km/L *estimated -
Dimensions
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Length 4,885 mm Width 1,840 mm Height 1,445 mm Wheelbase 2,825 mm Turning Circle 12 m Ground Clearance n/a Trunk Capacity n/a Number of Doors 4 Number of Seats 5 -
Safety & Security
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Driver's Airbag Front Passenger's Airbag Side Airbags Curtain Airbags Knee Airbag Auto Brake System Electronic Brake Distribution Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) with Electronic Brake Force Distribution and Brake Assist
Immobilizer Security Alarm Stability Control Electronic Door Locks Speed Sensing Door Locks ISOFIX Lane Departure Warning System Blind-Spot Detection System -
Features
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Cruise Control Front Parking Sensors Rear Parking Sensors Leather Upholstery Push Start Button Wheel Size 18 in Wheels Metal Type Alloy Airconditioning System 3-Zone Automatic Climate Control Entertainment System 7-inch TFT display with CD, DVD, MP3, and FLAC via High Resolution Audio Quality Connectivity Aux, Bluetooth, and USB Navigation Ready Warranty 3 Years (100,000 km) Keyless Entry Roof Rack Sunroof Electric Adjustable Seats Power Steering Power Windows Power Outlet Steering Wheel Audio Control -
Technology
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Active Park Assist Hill Start Assist AWD Modes n/a Tire Pressure Monitoring Heads-up Display Power Liftgate Start-stop System
Colors
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