Jerry Robbin

2015 Toyota Camry XLE V6

 

Overview

 

The 2015 Toyota Camry has the same under pinning’s as the 2012-2014 models. The 2015 Camry now features some new sheet metal and an updated interior. The Camry is better handling then its predecessor.

 

Safety Features

Safety Features

4-wheel ABS	Front and rear head airbags
Dual front and dual rear side-mounted airbags	Child seat anchors
Remote anti-theft alarm system	Emergency braking assist
Ventilated front disc / solid rear disc brakes	Rear door child safety locks
Daytime running lights	Engine immobilizer
Auto delay off headlamps	Dusk sensing headlamps
LED headlamp	2 front headrests
3 rear headrests	Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation
Rear center 3-point belt	Stability control
Traction control	Rear height adjustable headrests
Tire pressure monitoring

 

Emergency Assistance Kit	First Aid Kit
TOYOGUARD Select	TOYOGUARD Plus
TOYOGUARD Select	TOYOGUARD Elite
TOYOGUARD Elite	Glass Breakage Sensor
Blind Spot Monitor w/Rear Cross-Traffic Alert	Safety Connect
VIP Security System

 

 

Driving Impression

 

The 2015 Camry XLE has revised steering, braking and suspension from previous models. The Camry has a more responsive feel and handling on the road. The V6 is very responsive and has respectable gas mileage of 21 mpg in the city and 31 mpg on the highway.

 

 

Under the Hood

The 2015 Camry XLE has a potent V6 that is mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission. Below are the specifications on the V6.

Engine

BASE ENGINE SIZE 3.5 L	CAM TYPE Double overhead cam (DOHC)
CYLINDERS V6	VALVES 24
VALVE TIMING Variable	TORQUE 248 ft-lbs. @ 4700 rpm
HORSEPOWER 268 hp @ 6200 rpm	TURNING CIRCLE 36.7 ft.

 

Inside

 

The interior of the 2015 Toyota Camry uses upgraded materials, new interior design and has new technologies. The new Camry feels more contemporary than its predecessor.

Below is a list of the amenities that were on my XLE.

Interior Features

Front Seats

Multi-level heating passenger seat	4 -way power passenger seat
8 -way power driver seat	Multi-level heating driver seat
Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support	Height adjustable driver seat
Leather	Bucket front seats

Rear Seats

Split-folding rear seatback	Folding with storage center armrest
Rear ventilation ducts

Power Features

Hands-free entry

2 one-touch power windows

Instrumentation

Clock	Tachometer
Trip computer	External temperature display
Compass

Convenience

Cruise control	Front and rear cupholders
Front and rear door pockets	Overhead console with storage
Front seatback storage	Electric power steering
Universal remote transmitter (for garage door, security system, etc.)	Tilt and telescopic steering wheel
Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel	Rear view camera

Comfort

Interior air filtration	Dual zone climate controls – driver and passenger
Leather and simulated alloy steering wheel	Electrochromatic inside rearview mirror
Dual illuminating vanity mirrors

In Car Entertainment

6 total speakers	AM/FM stereo
Satellite radio w/real time traffic satellite radio	Speed sensitive volume control
Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control	3 Months of provided satellite radio service
USB connection

Telematics

Navigation with voice activation navigation system	Bluetooth wireless data link for hands-free phone
Real time traffic

 

Outside

 

The 2015 Camry has a bold front end and a nicely detailed rear end. The new look makes a styling statement and stands out from other cars in the segment.

Summary

The 2015 Camry XLE is definitely worth a test drive if you are in the market for a family sedan. So go to your local Toyota dealer for a test drive.

Specifications

Exterior Measurements

WIDTH 5 ft. 11.7 in. (71.7 in.)	HEIGHT 4 ft. 9.9 in. (57.9 in.)
LENGTH 15 ft. 10.9 in. (190.9 in.)	WHEEL BASE 9 ft. 1.3 in. (109.3 in.)

Interior Measurements

FRONT HEAD ROOM 37.9 in.	FRONT HIP ROOM 54.5 in.
FRONT LEG ROOM 41.6 in.	FRONT SHOULDER ROOM 58.0 in.
REAR HIP ROOM 54.5 in.	REAR HEAD ROOM 38.0 in.
REAR LEG ROOM 38.9 in.	REAR SHOULDER ROOM 56.6 in.