The Toyota Camry has been around a long time - a medium sedan that just
seems to get more refined with each new model – built locally from 1987 to
2017, imported since and fully hybrid since late last year like the rest of
Toyota’s passenger car range. The current three model Camry sedan range
consists of the Ascent, Ascent Sport and SL models prices starting at
$39,990 plus on road costs and running to $53,990. I tested the Ascent
Sport $42,990. And what an exceptional car this is – frankly having not
driven a Camry for some time I came away impressed with its refinement.
Before I get into the performance, the build quality, styling elements an
material inside of this medium sized sedan felt more like Toyota’s luxury
brand Lexus. Sedans may not be in vogue, SUV’s, last month reaching 60.5
per cent of total new car sales, however the Camry Ascent Sport at $42,990
is outstanding value – there’s a lot of equipment for that money, the interior
classy and roomy with a restyled dash and centre console while overall
Toyota’s fifth generation hybrid system is quieter, smoother, more fuel
efficient in a body that now has real character.