Toyota has 2 massive things in store for the Camry when the 2007 model year version of the vehicle rolls out this coming summer : a complete redesign and the supply of a hybrid engine. Already the fastest selling vehicle in America, the Camry is certain to be overhauled and re-engineered. Let's take a look at some of the changes prepared for Toyota's venerable model.
New Styling Cues - No-one has ever expounded the Camry is a knock out when it comes to style. Regardless of its pedestrian look, the Camry has managed to capitalize on Toyota quality, price, and engineering to present a car that is clearly a best seller. Still, critics have typically yawned at the Camry's looks, but that will soon all change and dramtically at that. Borrowing some styling cues from Toyota's Lexus line up of luxury cars, the 2007 Camry is expected to please motorists and critics alike. Witness the recently made over Toyota Avalon: what was a tasteless, a bland, full sized car has now been transformed into a graceful, splendid sedan.
Time For A Hybrid - Toyota is riding the hybrid crest and it will, introduce hybrid technology into the Camry line up. Like all of the Camry models, the hybrid version will also be built in the first Toyota hybrid to be built outside of Japan. However, the battery and inverter will be sourced from Japan while the engine will be Kentucky built. The Camry will join the Prius and the Highlander as the third Toyota model to supply hybrid technology.
More Power - Expected to be in the same size range as the Camry will keep its current model, the Camry will keep its current four and 6 cylinder engines, but both will be reworked enough to crank out extra hp without compromising on fuel economy.
The Camry's chief rival during the last ten years has been the Honda Accord. With a hybrid offering available and an enhanced appearance in place, the Camry is likely to brace its hold on the "top seller" category when the new model is released.
No one knows for sure if the "hybrid phase" is simply a trend or something that will eventually catch on. With government credits still available and high gas costs at the pump, USA citizens continue to look at hybrids as a feasible alternative to parched internal combustion engines. Toyota, for its part, continues to capitalize on this trend and the Camry is the most recent auto in Toyota's expanding arms depot to incorporate hybrid technology.
