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2000 toyota camry review this car review is specific to this model, not the actual vehicle for sale. America's most popular car. introductionthe toyota camry has been the best-selling car in america for the past two years. A spacious cabin, a big trunk, smooth, quiet operation and toyota's reputation for quality, durability and reliability all contribute to the strong sales of this mid-size sedan. Revised styling and an upgraded interior are designed to improve its appeal for 2000. lineupcamry is offered in three trim levels: ce, le and xle. Le v6 and xle v6 are equipped with a 3. 0-liter v6 that produces 194 horsepower. It comes standard with an automatic transmission, anti-lock brakes, air conditioning, cruise control, intermittent wipers, power door locks, mirrors and windows. A more elegant interior with premium cloth upholstery is a big part of the xle attraction. Value package #2 adds leather seating surfaces and trim, a power driver's seat, side-impact air bags and a power moonroof to the xle for $1,604 or to the xle v6 for $1,104. Xle v6 comes with 16-inch wheels and tires in place of the 14- and 15-inch rubber on the other models. walkarounda new grille and bumper design and new multi-reflector headlamps brighten the appearance of the camry for 2000. The taillights have been revised with a new rear bumper design for a smoother appearance. The side moldings were also redesigned. Xle models get a chrome accent on the moldings. the changes are subtle, however. The camry is an attractive car and doesn't look stuffy, but its bland design does not break any ground and will not attract attention. It looks substantial without casting a big shadow. Angular lines stretch the car's profile and give it presence. Minimal overhang at the front and rear of the car push the wheels to the corners, giving it a sporty, dynamic stance. At the rear, a tall, square tail provides good aerodynamics. The camry's rigid body structure is designed to offer crash protection as well as form a base for smooth ride quality. interiorcomfort, convenience and a high degree of safety are among the camry's goals. Safety starts with avoiding accidents. To that end, anti-lock brakes are standard on le and xle models and are a $610 option on ce models. Abs allows the driver to maintain steering control of the car in a panic stop by preventing the wheels from locking up. Dual front driver and passenger air bags are standard. Front side-impact airbags are available as an option on all camry models for $250; side airbags are designed to help reduce the likelihood of injuries to the driver or front passenger in case of a severe side collision. Three-point seat belts are standard for all passengers including the rear center position, which is not available in all vehicles. Front seat belt pretensioners cinch the belts tight upon sensing, while impact and force-limiters reduce the belt's load on an occupant's torso to help reduce injury. convenience starts with the doors, all of which open wide to facilitate easier entry and exit than many other sedans. The interior is roomy, thanks to the camry's long wheelbase. A generous amount of sound-deadening material makes the interior luxuriously quiet. The interior design and trim are pleasing, although edging on the ordinary. The flowing dash is no-nonsense, yet pleasing to the eye. It houses bright white-on-black instruments. Like most toyotas, the camry's controls and gauges are designed to be easy to use. Audio and climate control knobs are simple and within easy reach of driver or passenger. thoughtful amenities abound. A second power outlet is located at the bottom on the front console, next to the built-in tissue dispenser. The sun visors have extension panels. The front cupholders hold 20-ounce bottles, and the rear cupholders can take either juice boxes or cans. There are numerous storage cubbies, and a capacious glove box. the le comes with new fabric and an optional power seat package (no charge) that is also available in leather 1,710). Still, the le's cloth seats lack support. The cloth upholstery, even in the ce, feels built for extended use, however. for 2000, all three trim levels have improved audio systems with am/fm/cd/cassette standard. The rear 60/40 split seat folds forward, increasing the load hauling ability. The gooseneck hinges on the trunk lid, which intrude slightly into the cargo area, are less than ideal, however. driving impressionlong days spent in the toyota camry fail to reveal significant faults with any aspect of the car. The camry feels smooth, soft and comfortable around town. It isn't a sports car and floats a bit on its suspension, but it handles well and is easy to drive fast. The 2. 2-liter provides acceptable acceleration performance and, once up to speed, keeps the car rolling along nicely. It has to downshift more frequently, and passing on two-lane roads requires more planning than with the v6. It earns an estimated epa city/highway gas mileage rating of 23/32 mpg when equipped with the manual transmission, 23/30 mpg with the automatic. toyota's 194-horsepower 3. 0-liter engine is one of the best v6 engines in the industry. It provides good smooth power with good performance for passing and accelerating briskly from intersections. The ecti transmission mated to the v6 features an adaptive program that responds to individual driving styles. Drive more aggressively and it will delay the shift points for more spirited performance. This keeps the transmission from shifting above third gear. We found it provided much better acceleration performance when winding along california's coastal roads or up and down mountain passes. Traction control, which reduces front wheel spin for improved control in slippery conditions, is a $300 option for some models. summarythe toyota camry is a smart choice. Toyota vehicles historically hold a resale value well beyond the competition and are leaders in terms of quality, durability and reliability. That's why the camry is a perennial favorite among mid-size sedans. model lineupce 5-speed manual 17,518); ce 4-speed automatic 18,318); le 4-speed automatic 20,388); xle 4-speed automatic 24,068); le v6 5-speed manual 22,358); le v6 4-speed automatic 23,158); xl. AM/FM✔ Power Locks✔ Power Windows✔ Anti-lock Brakes✔ Climate Control✔ Cruise Control✔ Sunroof/Moonroof✔ Air Conditioning✔ CD Changer✔ Alloy Wheels
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