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After the complete redesign for the 2012 model year, the 2013 model year sees the inclusion of rear cross-traffic alert functionality with the optional blind-spot monitoring and has also further improved the door trim panels while offering the large touchscreen as standard. With no manual transmission on offer, the base trim starts at $23,045 with a four-cylinder engine which makes it one of the pricier offerings against the other midsize sedans like the Ford Fusion, Chevy Malibu, Honda Accord, and Nissan Altima.

8.5/10
Features

8.1/10
Engine and Performance

9.0/10
Fuel Economy

7.1/10
Interior

6.5/10
Exterior

8.1/10
Safety

2013 Toyota Camry Features

8.5/10

Toyota offers the Camry in four different trims and two engine options with no transmission or transmission choices available. The base L and LE trim feature only the essential features and a couple of convenience features while the higher SE and XLE trims get most creature comforts. The powerful V6 is also available only with the SE and top-spec XLE trim. The SE trim is also the sportier version in this lineup and gets a sport-tuned suspension setup for that extra oomph.

Trims	L	LE	SE	XLE
MSRP (I4)	$23,045	$23,490	$24,210	$25,665
MSRP (V6)	-	-	$28,070	$31,275
Key Features	Emergency Braking Assist	Automatic headlights	Front Fog/Driving Lights	Simulated Wood Interior Trim
	6-speaker audio system	Keyless entry	Leather And Simulated Alloy Steering Wheel	Dual Zone Front Climate Control
	Tilt And Telescopic Steering Wheel	Outside temperature display	Premium Cloth Upholstery	8-Way Power Driver Seat
	Simulated Alloy Interior Trim		Sport-tuned suspension	Heated exterior mirrors
	Cloth Upholstery		17-inch Alloy Wheels	Sunroof
	16-inch Steel Wheels

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Since there aren’t many creatures comforts offered with the lower trims and the prices too do not rise considerably with the higher trims, it is recommended to opt for the sportier SE trim for better handling and ride quality and added functionality. Additionally, the V6 engine comes with a handful of additional features and one can also opt for the optional driver safety aids.

2013 Toyota Camry Engine and Performance

8.1/10

The 2013 Toyota Camry is powered by a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine as standard that is rated for 178 hp and 170 lb-ft of torque. The higher trims though can also be had with a meatier 3.5-liter V6 engine which produces a healthy 268 hp and 248 lb-ft of torque. Both the engines are mated with a six-speed automatic transmission that sends power only to the front wheels with no AWD option available.

The performance of the base engine is sufficient for most buyers but does not offer any fun element at all. While the base engine takes 8.4 seconds to reach 60 mph from a standstill, the 0-60 mph for the V6 engine is also just on par with the segment at 6.6 seconds. The handling is pretty mundane on regular models with no feedback whatsoever from the steering, but the SE trim adds a hint of sportiness to the otherwise no-nonsense executive sedan.

Model	Toyota Camry L	Ford Fusion S	Honda Accord LX	Nissan Altima Base
MSRP	$23,045	$22,695	$23,270	$22,550
Engine	2.5L, Naturally Aspirated Inline-4	2.5L, Naturally Aspirated Inline-4	2.4L, Naturally Aspirated Inline-4	2.5L, Naturally Aspirated Inline-4
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD	FWD	FWD
Transmission	6-speed automatic	6-speed automatic	CVT	CVT
Power	178 hp @ 6,000 rpm	170 hp @ 6,000 rpm	185 hp @ 6,400 rpm	182 hp @ 6,000 rpm
Torque	170 lb-ft @ 4,100 rpm	170 lb-ft @ 4,500 rpm	181 lb-ft @ 3,900 rpm	180 lb-ft @ 4,000 rpm
0-60 mph (sec)	8.4	8.8	7.6	8.0
Quarter Mile (sec)	15.9	16.1	15.3	15.7
Top Speed (mph)	129	120	130	129

The Nissan Altima might be the only car here to not have seen a refresh in recent times, but it is very potent in terms of acceleration and is also the most affordable sedan in this comparison. The Ford Fusion too is pretty affordable but then is also the slowest of the lot. Both the Japanese sedans are marginally costly but the Honda Accord is the quickest off the line and is also the most expensive one here.

2013 Toyota Camry Fuel Economy

9.0/10

Fuel efficiency is one of the biggest selling points for a Toyota Camry and it doesn’t disappoint this year as well. Although it isn’t the most frugal one in the segment, the 28 mpg of fuel economy for a combined city and highway driving puts it higher up in the efficiency rankings. The powerful V6 too is rated for 21/31/25 mpg for city/highway/combined by the EPA which is also above average for the segment. The large 17-gallon fuel tank further aids in this regard, offering over 400 miles of driving range on a single tank of gas even with the V6.

Model	Toyota Camry	Ford Fusion	Honda Accord	Nissan Altima
MPG (City)	25	22	27	27
MPG (Highway)	35	34	36	38
MPG (Combined)	28	26	30	31
Fuel Tank Capacity (gal)	17.0	16.5	17.2	18.0
Range (City / Highway / Combined) (miles)	425 / 595 / 476	363 / 561 / 429	464 / 619 / 516	486 / 684 / 558

The Ford Fusion clearly is the one that gulps the most amount of gas amongst all the sedans present here and the smaller gas tank means its driving range is on par with the Camry V6. The oldest Altima still is the most frugal of the lot and also employs the largest gas tank and hence has an exceptional driving range to offer. The Accord sips a bit more fuel than the Altima but is quite frugal than the Camry and also offers a superior range.

2013 Toyota Camry Interior

7.1/10

The cabin has received a welcome change after the redesign last year and now with the slim pillar, the car now not only feels roomier, it also offers better outward visibility. The improved materials quality is something that is worth appreciating and the 2013 update sees upgraded materials for the door trim which now complements the stitched dashboard. That being said, the cabin lacks a sense of cohesion as some interior elements still feel a bit cheap to look at and feel.

There have never been any issues regarding the build quality of a Toyota, and the 2013 Camry offers a solid build quality that should outlast the lifetime of the car. In terms of space, the front row has a decent amount of room while the perfectly reclined rear seat offers impressive legroom and headroom and can accommodate even taller passengers rather comfortably. The trunk volume is pretty large and on par with the segment at 15.4 cu-ft and folding down the rear seat can open up even more space when needed.

Model	Toyota Camry	Ford Fusion	Honda Accord	Nissan Altima
Seating Capacity	5	5	5	5
Front Row (Head / Shoulder / Leg) (in)	38.8 / 58.0 / 41.6	39.2 / 57.8 / 44.3	39.1 / 58.6 / 42.5	40.0 / 56.4 / 45.0
Rear Row (Head / Shoulder / Leg) (in)	38.1 / 56.6 / 38.9	37.8 / 56.9 / 38.3	37.5 / 56.5 / 38.5	37.1 / 56.4 / 36.1
Cargo Capacity (cu-ft)	15.4	16.0	15.5	15.4

The Nissan Altima offers the best front seats in the segment with its class-leading legroom and headroom on offer, but this translates to a compromised space for the rear seat occupants. The Honda Accord offers similar space and comfort as that of the Camry and even has identical boots on offer. Ford Fusion is the king in this regard, offering impressive front and rear-seat legroom while also offering the largest trunk in this comparison.

8-way power driver seat and 4-way adjustable power front passenger seat
Front heated bucket seats w/driver height adjuster, power driver lumbar support
60/40 split-folding rear seat
Leather seat trim and wood-grain style interior trim w/chrome door handles
Leather-wrapped tilt/telescoping steering wheel
Dual-zone auto climate control w/rear seat vents
Electrochromic rearview mirror w/compass
HomeLink universal garage door opener

How intuitive is the 2013 Toyota Camry Sedan’s infotainment unit?

Toyota has made the 6.1-inch Entune touchscreen standard across the trim lineup and features a suite of smartphone-connected services that includes features like the Bing search engine, sports and stock information, fuel prices and also comes with the ability to reserve movie tickets or a table at a restaurant while on the move. Along with satellite radio, Camry also features HD Radio and Pandora internet radio while the navigation system is offered along with real-time traffic.

6.1-inch touchscreen Entune infotainment system
6-speaker audio system
iPod connectivity & control
SiriusXM satellite radio w/3 months subscription
Navigation system w/real-time info for traffic/weather/fuel prices/sports/stocks
Entune w/3 years subscription
HD Radio and Bing & Pandora
Bluetooth hands-free phone system w/phone book access & music streaming
Voice recognition

2013 Toyota Camry Exterior

6.5/10

The exterior of the Camry looks pretty sharp and appealing as standard while the SE trim adds a bit more sporty appeal for the ones who want their daily driver to carry them in a bit of style. The sleek swept-back headlamps with the chrome front grille and large air dam below it give the car an aggressive front fascia while the chrome treatment on the sides also adds to the premium feel of the car.

Model	Toyota Camry	Ford Fusion	Honda Accord	Nissan Altima
Curb Weight (lbs)	3,190	3,427	3,254	3,108
Length (in)	189.2	191.7	191.4	191.5
Width (in)	71.7	72.9	72.8	72.0
Height (in)	57.9	58.1	57.7	57.9
Ground Clearance (in)	6.1	6.4	5.8	5.4
Wheelbase (in)	109.3	112.2	109.3	109.3

Although the Honda Accord is larger than the Camry, both offer very similar cabin space as both have an identical wheelbase to offer. The Nissan Altima too has a wheelbase identical to its Japanese counterparts and also weighs pretty much the same as the Camry, with the Honda weighing a bit more. The Ford Fusion on the other hand is the largest and heaviest and also has the highest ground clearance on offer.

Projector-beam automatic halogen headlamps
Integrated fog lamps
Color-keyed heated power mirrors
Acoustic noise-reducing windshield
17-inch alloy wheels

2013 Toyota Camry Safety

8.1/10

Safety is of paramount importance for all Japanese manufacturers and Toyota is the one setting trends in this regard. Therefore, it shouldn’t be a surprise the great safety ratings the 2013 Toyota Camry has received from both the private and government safety testing agencies. The NHTSA has rated it with a perfect 5-star rating while the IIHS has chosen the Camry as its “Top Safety Pick” for the 2013 model year. There are plenty of safety features available as standard and the optional driver aids take things a step further in terms of providing safe haven for its occupants.

Vehicle stability control and Traction control
Smart stop technology
Front & rear energy-absorbing crumple zones
Whiplash-lessening front seats
Driver & front passenger advanced airbags w/occupant sensor & knee airbags
Front & rear seat-mounted & side curtain airbags
Rearview camera
Tire pressure monitor system

2013 Toyota Camry Final Verdict

The 2013 Toyota Camry is one of the most exciting prospects in the midsize sedan segment as it is not only spacious and well built, has a good amount of equipment, powerful and frugal powertrains, and decent levels of performance. Add to that the affordable price tag and built to last reliability with low maintenance costs, it is difficult to overlook this car. The Toyota Camry has served hundreds of thousands of families in the past and with the 2013 Camry being such a well-rounded package, it shall continue to do so for a long period of time in the future as well.

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2013 Toyota Camry Features

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