2015 Toyota Camry debuts at New York International Auto Show
Toyota has debuted the 2015 Toyota Camry at the ongoing New York International Auto Show. The Camry has been one of the most successful models for the Japanese manufacturer in the American market. Two new trims, the sporty XSE and Hybrid SE, have been added to the existing lineup for 2015. The first of the 2015 models are expected to arrive in US showrooms by September this year with pricing announcement expected around that time.
The front gets a more aggressive trapezoidal grille and a reworked bumper
The new Camry gets a sporty and sleek exterior which exudes dynamism. The front gets a more aggressive trapezoidal grille and a reworked bumper. The headlights get LEDs as options and the DRLs also get the LED treatment. The shoulder line is quite prominent and flows all the way over the doors to the rear of the car conveying a sense of movement. The rear gets swept back lamps and both the tail light assemblies are connected by means of a chrome strip. The sporty appearance is further complemented by single tail pipes at either end and a trunk lip spoiler.
The new Camry gets a sporty and sleek exterior which exudes dynamism
The interior seems to be more refined and spacious. Toyota says that premium materials have been used in the making of the cabin to give the interior an upmarket feel. The centre console has a 4.2 inch TFT colour screen which can be used for performing various functions related to audio and navigation systems. The use of satin chrome on the dash gives the cabin an upscale feel with seats getting upholstery ranging from premium cloth to genuine leather depending on the model.
The shoulder line is quite prominent and flows all the way over the doors to the rear of the car conveying a sense of movement
The rear gets swept back lamps
The company has said that this the quietest Camry ever with the carpet featuring 30 per cent more insulating material over the previous model with even the side mirrors designed to reduce noise. The car is loaded with safety systems such as adaptive cruise control, lane departure alert, rear cross traffic alert, pre-collision system with auto high beams and blind spot monitor.
Premium materials have been used in the making of the cabin
The new Camry will get the same choice of refined and economical engines. A 2.5litre four-cylinder or 3.5-litre V6 engines powers the non-hybrid variants and are matched to a six-speed automatic transmission. 2.5litre Atkinson cycle engines with Hybrid Synergy drive will power the Hybrid with an E-CVT gearbox.
Toyota says this is the quietest Camry ever
More Than Skin Deep: America's Best-Selling Car Gets Even Better With a Sweeping Redesign for 2015
| Toyota Camry rebuilt from the ground up with almost 2,000 new parts New, sporty XSE and Hybrid SE grades amp up driving dynamics Most upscale interior in segment with soft-touch materials throughout Produced by over 7,000 American team members April 16, 2014 NEW YORK (April 16, 2014) - So what do you do when you have the best-selling car in the industry for 12 straight years? You find ways to make it even better. That's exactly what Toyota did with the introduction of the new 2015 Camry. After selling almost a million of the industry's benchmark sedan since the current generation launched in 2011, Toyota stripped it down to its chassis and rebuilt it from the ground up, raising the bar yet again in the ultra-competitive mid-size sedan segment. "Customers today love the durability, quality and value that the Camry represents, but they are looking for a little more style, comfort and performance, and this 2015 Camry has all of the above," said Bob Carter, senior vice president of automotive operations of Toyota Motor Sales, USA, Inc. "This is the new Camry, and it's coming from the new Toyota." Toyota designers and engineers re-imagined nearly every exterior surface of the car. Only the roof remains unchanged. The new, upscale interior features premium, soft-touch materials throughout the spacious cabin. Advanced instrumentation with intuitive controls helps keep the driver's eyes safely on the road ahead. Underneath the striking new exterior, the chassis and body structure are bolstered with additional spot welds, enhancing rigidity for better ride quality. A retuned suspension takes the Camry's handling to a whole new level of responsiveness. Two new grades, the sporty and luxurious XSE and the eco-fun Hybrid SE, join the well-equipped entry LE and the premium XLE grade, giving customers more choice than ever before. An Expressive and Athletic Exterior The 2015 Camry's exterior is more expressive and athletic with prominent character lines. The new car is slightly longer (1.8 inches or 45 mm) and features a widened track (0.4 inches or 10 mm) that communicates a dynamic stance and presence. A pronounced body line starts from the Camry's muscular front fender and spans across the doors and rear quarter panel, conveying a sense of motion. The completely revised, more aggressive front bumper cover features a wider more prominent trapezoidal grille shape, expressing a lower center of gravity. The 2015 Camry will be available in 10 colors, including the new Celestial Silver Metallic and Ruby Flare Pearl. New Lighting Shines with Form and Function The new sleek headlamps complement the aggressive front fascia, while the front turn signal indicators and LED DRL's are integrated for an elegant appearance. The 2015 Camry will offer exterior lighting with available LED low and high-beams and auto static leveling. The Camry's rear tail lamps sweep into the tapered sheet metal at the rear of the car. A decorative garnish connects the tail lamps across the trunk lid and emphasizes its new sporty stance. A Modern, Refined Interior The interior of the new Camry is more refined than ever with premium materials, roomier feel and improved amenities. The center stack features a high-tech, upscale look that smoothly integrates with the console. The center console tray has been redesigned to increase capacity while offering a convenient power source in the storage box. The new enclosed bin in front of the shifter now offers 12v, USB and a segment-first, available wireless charging system for select smart phones. The 2015 Camry's cockpit offers intuitive top-flight in-car electronics and displays that help reduce driver stress and distraction. The instrument panel features a new 4.2-inch TFT screen nestled between the three-dimensional Optitron gauges on the SE, XLE and XSE models. The screen's color animation displays a wide range of vehicle functions and coordinates with the multimedia system to display audio, navigation, warnings and communications. Detailed stitching and trim elements finished in satin chrome convey a sophisticated appearance. Varying by model, seat cover textures range from premium cloth all of the way to genuine leather and Ultrasuede with durable, high contrast French-stitching. The Quietest Camry Ever Toyota engineers focused on reducing unwanted wind and road noise to offer an even quieter cabin. Window and door seals were improved to keep noise outside. The carpet features 30 percent more insulating material. Even the Camry's side mirrors were redesigned to better control air flow reducing turbulence and noise. Dialing Up Driving Dynamics Additional spot welds were added to the door opening flanges to increase rigidity and enable spirited handling. A combination of Macpherson struts up front, a multi-link arrangement at the rear and a stiffer body structure allows for unique suspension tuning across trim levels. The electric power steering on all Camry models is tuned for better on-center feel, better straight line stability and more direct-feeling steering inputs. In addition to improvements in steering feel, the new Camry's hydraulic system has been revised with a two-stage brake booster to improve brake feel. The Camry will continue to be available with 2.5-liter four-cylinder or 3.5-liter V6 gas engines paired with 6-speed automatic transmissions, or a 2.5-liter Atkinson Cycle engine with Hybrid Synergy drive matched to an E-CVT. Making the Grade In 2011, Toyota launched the sporty Camry SE grade, resulting in attracting buyers that were 12 years younger than the rest of the segment average. The SE model now accounts for 45 percent of the Camry sales mix, proving that drivers want sportier models. Building on this success, the Camry XSE grade gives customers more of what they want with enthusiastic driving dynamics and luxurious amenities. The Camry SE and XSE are distinguished by a unique mesh grille and fascia treatment. The Camry XSE adds to its edgier look with model-specific 18-inch wheels, unique shock absorbers, firmer bushings, higher rate coil springs, and unique EPS tuning, making it the sportiest Camry yet. Also for 2015, a Camry Hybrid SE has been added to the lineup with unique dynamic suspension tuning that delivers an eco-fun driving experience. Up front, a stabilizer bar, absorber valve structure, and control arm bushing components were enhanced to offer improved ride quality while sharpening steering feel. The Hybrid SE's vehicle stability control system has been retuned for smoother intervention and a more natural driving feel. Advanced Safety Features All Toyota vehicles come standard with the STAR Safety System. In addition, Camry will offer safety-focused driver aids including Lane Departure Alert, Adaptive Cruise Control, Pre-Collision System with Auto High Beams, and Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross Traffic Alert. Everybody's All-American Every Camry sold in North America is the product of over 7,000 skilled American team members. From design and engineering in Michigan, to assembly in Kentucky, a unique American touch goes into each Camry that rolls off of the line. The new 2015 Camry will arrive in dealerships this fall. | |
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