As was announced last week, the facelifted Toyota Camry has been launched in Thailand, giving the D-segment sedan a new lease of life. As previously reported, the refreshed eighth-generation model has had its engine options streamlined, dropping the base 2.0 litre variant.
In exchange, the Camry is now offered in a 2.5 litre Sport variant, priced at 1,475,000 baht (RM184,100). The rest of the variants remain the same – the 2.5 Premium at 1,599,000 baht (RM199,600), the hybrid 2.5 HEV Premium at 1,659,000 baht (RM207,100) and the 2.5 HEV Premium Luxury at 1,809,000 baht (RM225,800).
The sole petrol engine option is the unchanged E85-compatible A25A-FKB 2.5 litre Dynamic Force naturally-aspirated four-cylinder that produces 209 PS at 6,600 rpm and 250 Nm of torque at 5,000 rpm; it’s paired to an eight-speed automatic gearbox. Interestingly, Toyota says the engine delivers similar fuel efficiency as the old 2.0 litre 6AR-FSE while delivering more power, hence the discontinuation of the latter.
The Hybrid variant gets an Atkinson-cycle version of that mill that pushes out 178 PS at 5,700 rpm and 221 Nm between 3,600 and 5,200 rpm. Providing added punch is an 88 kW/202 Nm electric motor that helps the Camry Hybrid achieve a total system output of 211 PS. The nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) battery has been retained but is now located under the rear seats – instead of under the boot floor – to boost luggage space and lower the centre of gravity.
Visual changes are fairly minor and consists of a more defined centre intake that just out from the large lower grille, now framed by some chrome inserts; the upper grille has also been mildly re-profiled. Inside, the centre console has been rearranged with the new freestanding infotainment touchscreen (measuring up o nine inches across) now situated above the air vents, following the trend set by newer Toyota models. Interior materials have been upgraded as well for improved perceived quality.
Safety has also been improved with the introduction of Toyota Safety Sense 2.5+, which adds nighttime pedestrian and daytime cyclist detection for the autonomous emergency braking system. You also now get pedal misapplication control and rear cross traffic braking, and for the first time, the suite of driver assists is now also offered on the Premium models, rather than just the top variant previously.
The Camry is also being offered with a Modellista accessories package from Japan, consisting of a full aerokit and a bootlid spoiler. It is yours for 41,000 baht (RM5,100).
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buy this better than buy a200. seriously.
Premium sport cars. 235/45R18 Bridgestone Turanza
TNGA Double Wishbone Camry.
lol pls dont lie
About time to let old dual vvti 2.5 engine and replaced by Dynamic Force Engine
Umw should bring hybrid here
It’s not the price that is increasing. It’s our RM that is devaluing. This is in small german car territory prices.
https://paultan.org/2014/08/04/audi-a3-sedan-malaysia/
“We’ll go straight to the point here – there are two variants: 1.4 TFSI for RM179,900, and 1.8 TFSI quattro for RM240,888 (both prices on-the-road without insurance).”
https://paultan.org/2013/03/29/audi-a1-sportback-now-available-in-malaysia-rm180k/
Audi A1 in Malaysia, and the car enters the market in a single variant form, this being the 1.4 TFSI, priced at RM179,900, 2 doors.
How much do you have to pay for the two extra doors? Nothing, as it’s priced exactly the same as the standard A1 2 doors at RM179,900
Hahaha.. A200 1.33L is still a nice Compact Sedan, just overpriced like Swift 1.4L nice compact Hatchback.
a1 and a200 are just overpriced german brand econo cars with an expensive badge.
Nice. But please come with new engine
Padu Camry. Bila launch?
Beauty monster with sportiness
Looking forward to being new engine soon
Looking forward to bring new engine soon
Any mainstream D-segments over RM200k shouldnt exist, get a Mercedes C-class or BMW 3-series instead. I know they’re on different levels, but considering all the tech & luxury touch, better to get a German C-segment instead of splurging your hardwork monies on a Toyota or Honda.
Over RM200k for D segment shows why all the non-Proton are greedy pushing price higher.
Sonata Mazda6 Passat Accord 1.5 all around there.
But the BMW and Benz sub RM300k is quite basic, nothing much of tech and luxury when compared.
3 Series/C class is compact executive and japanese luxury sedan is d-segment
Yes and park the contis at the workshop while waiting for salary to come
Mercedes and bmw are problem engine other. Expensive service and part . Toyota and Honda service cost cheap
Not bad
Someone claim this high prices due to Proton & national car policy? I wonder how does Proton can affect Thai car prices which are nearly the same here.
So you’re still waiting to be spoon-fed although the info is available on the Internet.
My top pick. Thinking to change my current car to this Camry… Bold and handsome. Refinement and space, of course reliability
awesome exterior design but quite dated interior though. Maybe it’s time to find a new interior senpai
Lexus interior, not ageing
If come with DFE, would be good seller even if it is still outside assembly. Would be better if come with local assembly then can sell like hotcakes
Superb
Why interior still using digital cockpit, even Honda and Kia have starting to move to this direction?
By taking a drive in my Camry
Reliable car for smart guy
It’s great tnga now globally camry is one model. Unlike in the past asean gets different look compare to US and Aus market. This look is so much better than previous model. Its worth the money. Known for its confort reliable and value. Does look younger in my opinion.
Hadir
The new engine is not a v6?
Any authorized dealer in Sarawak?