The sixth generation Camry is a significantly redesigned model and is assembled at the Toyota plant in Georgetown, Kentucky as well as at Toyota Manufacturing in Aichi, Japan, in Australia by Toyota Motor Corporation Australia, and in China (for the Chinese market only). The length remains unchanged from the previous model, and the wheelbase is longer than the previous model. Starting in 2007, the Camry will also be manufactured at Subaru's Lafayette, Indiana plant, about 100,000 units per year. In Subaru's plant, Toyota will set up its own machinery and assembly line to manufacture the Camry. A Camry manufactured in Japan is denoted with a VIN starting with "J" as well as a small hatch on the passenger's side of the front bumper, used to secure the vehicle during shipping over the ocean, US made models are denoted with a VIN starting with "4". It was released as a 2007 model making its first introduction at the 2006 North American International Auto Show along with its identical hybrid twin, the Camry HV.
The new Camry has a 2.4 L VVT-i I4 making 158 hp (118 kW) with 4 trim levels: CE, LE, SE, and XLE. It will also have an optional 3.5 L VVT-i V6 making 268 hp (200 kW) with three trims: LE, SE, and XLE. The V6 will be available with a 6-speed sequential transmission. A split-folding rear seat is not available on the SE trim. A navigation system with a cell phone link and heated leather seats are available for the SE and the V6-powered XLE. A keyless entry/remote starter is optional on the V6-powered XLE. The CE and LE have hubcap designs similar to the previous generation models. The rear of the car features the controversial "Bangle-butt" design first seen on the 2002 BMW 7 Series, as well as certain elements previously seen on recent Hyundais and Mazdas, notably in the headlights and grill.
The sixth generation Camry will also be built and sold in Australia by Toyota Motor Corporation Australia. There, it goes on sale on August 20, 2006. For the first time in 18 years, the Australian-market Camry will lack a V6 engine. The only option will be a 2.4L I4 which will produce 117 kW of power. V6 versions are intended to be replaced by the Toyota Aurion, which is due for release in late 2006.
The new Camry has a 2.4 L VVT-i I4 making 158 hp (118 kW) with 4 trim levels: CE, LE, SE, and XLE. It will also have an optional 3.5 L VVT-i V6 making 268 hp (200 kW) with three trims: LE, SE, and XLE. The V6 will be available with a 6-speed sequential transmission. A split-folding rear seat is not available on the SE trim. A navigation system with a cell phone link and heated leather seats are available for the SE and the V6-powered XLE. A keyless entry/remote starter is optional on the V6-powered XLE. The CE and LE have hubcap designs similar to the previous generation models. The rear of the car features the controversial "Bangle-butt" design first seen on the 2002 BMW 7 Series, as well as certain elements previously seen on recent Hyundais and Mazdas, notably in the headlights and grill.
The sixth generation Camry will also be built and sold in Australia by Toyota Motor Corporation Australia. There, it goes on sale on August 20, 2006. For the first time in 18 years, the Australian-market Camry will lack a V6 engine. The only option will be a 2.4L I4 which will produce 117 kW of power. V6 versions are intended to be replaced by the Toyota Aurion, which is due for release in late 2006.
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