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    Toyota Camry 1997

    Toyota Camry 1997

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    $2,640

    The 1997 Toyota Camry range of configurations is currently priced from $2,420.

    Our most recent review of the 1997 Toyota Camry resulted in a score of 6 out of 10 for that particular example.

    You can read the full review here.

    This is what Graham Smith liked most about this particular version of the Toyota Camry: Reliability, NVH levels

    The 1997 Toyota Camry carries a braked towing capacity of up to 1100 Kg, but check to ensure this applies to the configuration you're considering.

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    10.0L/100km (combined)
    Sedan
    4 Speed Automatic
    Unleaded Petrol
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    Toyota Camry 1997 FAQs

    Aurion to replace my Maxima?

    Thanks for the email. Hopefully I can keep this simple. 

    I would strongly recommend a Toyota Aurion V6 $30,990 drive away or the Toyota Camry $28,990 drive away (pricing current September 2015). 

    Unless you want the acceleration of the V6 I would opt for the four cylinder Camry, which is spritely enough and will also deliver good open road fuel economy. 

    For the type of driving you're doing you do not need the hybrid Camry. 

    Also, the base model Camry on the smaller wheels and Michelin tyres will be much more comfortable and a touch quieter than the dearer Camry models that come with sports tyres. 

    In both the Aurion and Camry you will be protected by seven airbags and a five star safety rating. A rear camera is standard on both models too. 

    The servicing costs are among the cheapest in the business. 

    Furthermore the intervals are longer than other Toyotas (15,000km rather than 10,000km) and the capped pricing lasts four years or 75,000, whichever comes first (other Toyotas are three years, 60,000km). 

    This was done to help Aurion and Camry appeal to fleets. 

    However, your warranty is the same as other Toyotas at three years/100,000km. 

    Dealership extended warranties are generally not worth the paper they are printed on, so save your money if you're offered an extension. 

    Please check you're comfortable when driving the Aurion and Camry. They have ample room inside and a lot of travel in the front seat rails. 

    Meanwhile, you're right in your assumption that Toyotas are regarded as a premium over Holden and Ford. The price is cheap because Toyota is trying to keep the factory running until 2017. It is in effect making a loss with each Camry it sells. 

    Toyota also has a vast rural dealer network so hopefully you're never far away from help should you need it. 

    Lastly, the Camry was at $26,990 drive away for much of last year and the price may limbo to that level again in the lead up to the end of the year or early next, to clear 2015 stock. This is not an inside tip, merely an educated guess on my part.

    Good luck and let me know if I can help any further. I hope I'm still driving big distances in my 80s. 

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    Toyota Camry 1997: Why does it shake on the freeway?

    It's most likely a wheel imbalance problem. Take it to a reputable tyre dealer and have the wheels and tyres balanced.

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    Toyota Camry 1997: What is the average fuel consumption?

    The consumption is higher than I would expect. When new Toyota was claiming 11.0 L/100 km in city driving and 8.0 or so on the highway, but after 280,000 km you could expect it to have worn a little and the compression would be down, so you would anticipate that you wouldn't be getting close to the new figures. Even so your consumption does seem too high.

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    Toyota Camry 1997 Pricing & Specs

    The Toyota Camry 1997 prices range from $2,640 for the basic trim level Sedan CSi to $4,840 for the top of the range Sedan Conquest.

    $2,420
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    Toyota Camry 1997 Wheel Size

    Wheel size for the 1997 Toyota Camry will vary depending on model chosen, although keep in mind that many manufacturers offer alternate wheel sizes as options on many models. The wheel size available will alter the range of tyres available to be fitted.
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    Toyota Camry 1997 Dimensions

    Dimensions for the 1997 Toyota Camry are dependent on which body type is chosen. The maximum width and height is 1780mm x 1420mm and can vary on the basis of model.
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    Toyota Camry 1997 Fuel consumption

    Fuel consumption for the 1997 Toyota Camry is dependent on the type of engine, transmission, or model chosen. The Toyota Camry currently offers fuel consumption from 10.5L/100km.
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    Toyota Camry 1997 Towing Capacity

    The 1997 Toyota Camry has maximum towing capacity of 1200kg. Some models also offer heavy-duty or towing option packs which can increase towing capacity, as well as options which can hamper towing capacity. Towing capacities can vary wildly on a large number of factors. These include engine, transmission, model, and options chosen. Always check with the manufacturer or in your vehicles handbook before attempting to tow anything.
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