Ever Better, With New Models And Features: The Fun, Stylish And Tech-Savvy 2020 Toyota Camry
Blog Sep 19th, 2019- Toyota’s first-ever Camry TRD with track-inspired handling upgrades, aggressive cat-back dual exhaust, exclusive matte-black 19-inch alloy wheels, Calty-designed aero kit and unique TRD interior trim
- New Nightshade Edition model
- Updated multimedia systems on all models, including Connected Services by Toyota with Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™ compatibility
TORONTO, ON – September 19, 2019 – Take your ride to a new level, with the Toyota Camry. The great midsize sedan that’s stylish and fun to drive is even better for 2020, with a new model mix including two special production run cars, plus upgraded multimedia systems that keep you connected to what matters.
“The Toyota Camry dazzles like never before, with a winning combination of sharp design, engaging performance and powerful yet intuitive technology,” said Cyril Dimitris, Vice President, Toyota Canada Inc. “What’s more, we’re thrilled to introduce Canadian drivers to two special models – the performance-focused TRD and the ultra-stylish Nightshade Edition.”
2020 Camry and Camry Hybrid
Built on a revolutionary platform – The Toyota New Global Architecture (TNGA) – the 2020 Camry is lower and wider than previous generations, with a sharp yet sleek body that exhibits stunning craftsmanship.
Camry’s technology is powerful yet user friendly. For 2020, every model is factory-fitted with Connected Services by Toyota with a 7” or 8” touch screen, Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™ compatibility.
Under the hood, the Camry features a choice of powertrains built around three powerful yet efficient engines. On the gas-powered series, a 203 peak horsepower 2.5L four-cylinder delivers an ideal combination of power and efficiency, while those who crave more spirited performance will embrace the 301 peak horsepower 3.5L V6. Regardless of engine, all gas-powered Camrys feature an eight-speed direct shift automatic transmission that draws on Toyota’s racing heritage to deliver a fun-to-drive combination of responsiveness and efficiency. On the Camry Hybrid models, the advanced and efficient hybrid powertrain is built around a 2.5L Atkinson cycle four-cylinder engine, high-torque electric motor, high capacity storage batteries and Toyota’s sophisticated power management system. This self-charging hybrid system never needs to be plugged in and generates 208 net system horsepower plus impressive fuel efficiency and low emissions. It’s paired with a continuously variable transmission with sequential shift mode.
As a Toyota, the 2020 Camry also delivers excellent safety, with a long list of features and technologies as standard. Peace of mind starts with Toyota Safety Sense P. Standard on every Camry, this bundle of active safety technologies enhances driver capabilities to mitigate collisions, stay in lane, and see at night. Other safety technologies standard on all Camry models include the Toyota Star Safety System, 10 airbags and a backup camera.
2020 Camry TRD
When Toyota introduced the new-generation 2018 Camry, sales of the sporty SE and XSE versions spiked. These sedans are stylish and fun to drive. Toyota is pushing the limit even further with Camry TRD, with greater track-inspired handling performance and styling. This model includes most standard content from the Camry SE grade combined with exclusive TRD chassis enhancements and tuning.
Many Toyota enthusiasts already know the equity behind the TRD badge seen on the brand’s hardcore, off-road-ready pickups and SUVs. Now, Toyota Racing Development (TRD) brings its track tuning that blends greater agility, precision and body control with attention-grabbing design and everyday drivability to the Camry TRD.
The Camry TRD has an appetite for curves and a distinct exhaust note bristling with attitude. With aerodynamic-enhanced styling by Calty, Toyota’s North America design studio, and chassis performance fortified by TRD, this revved-up Camry is the track-inspired sedan for which enthusiasts have been asking.
The new Camry TRD embodies TRD’s holistic approach to vehicle enhancement. Notably, it is powered by Toyota’s renowned 301 horsepower DOHC 3.5-liter V6 and 8-speed automatic transmission with sport mode and paddle shifters. The V6 breathes easier with a TRD-tuned cat-back dual exhaust, giving both models a throatier idle and acceleration sound.
Thicker underbody braces increase torsional rigidity, and unique coil springs lower both vehicles by 15 mm for a reduced center of gravity. Specially tuned shock absorbers and lighter 19 x 8.5-inch matte black alloy wheels paired with Bridgestone Potenza 235/40R19 summer tires complement the new springs and lower stance to improve body control, handling agility and steering precision. Camry’s chassis is further enhanced with stiffer coil springs and front/rear sway bars for increased roll stiffness of 44% in the front and 67% in the rear. To complement spring changes, a unique set of TRD shock absorbers were developed to control vehicle vertical and roll movement during spirited driving while still maintaining a plush on-road ride. The front brakes are larger with 328 mm diameter rotors and dual-piston calipers compared to 305 mm rotors and single piston calipers found on XSE grades.
Brake performance was also tuned to provide more direct feedback, matching the sporty dynamics of the vehicle. Active Cornering Assist was also added, reducing understeering by providing brake force to the inner drive wheel when the accelerator pedal is depressed.
Calty gave Camry TRD striking aero elements, taking advantage of the edgier designs of this new-generation and aggressive stance of the TRD-modified chassis. The aerodynamic body kit, which includes the front splitter, side aero skirts, trunk lid spoiler, and rear diffuser, blends a bold styling element and improves high speed vehicle stability to aid in driver confidence. Add to it red pinstriping, red-painted brake calipers, and red TRD badging and this sedan has a road-hungry look.
In addition to the TRD aero body features, Camry TRD wears a gloss black front grille with sport mesh insert and black exterior badging. Available colors include the appropriately dramatic Supersonic Red, Windchill Pearl — both are two-toned — and Midnight Black Metallic. Polished stainless steel TRD exhaust tips on the catback exhaust complete the exterior makeover.
Inside, the Camry TRD driver will be seeing red – in the trim, that is. The cabin is decked out with Black Sport SofTex®-trimmed front seats with fabric inserts, red accents and red-stitched TRD embroidered headrests. The leather-wrapped steering wheel also has red stitching, and even the seatbelts are red. A shift knob with an embossed TRD logo, along with unique TRD floor and trunk mats, and a TRD MID visual start up complete the cabin upgrades.
Grades and pricing
The Toyota Camry is offered in a choice of models and trim levels.
The 2020 Toyota Camry (Starting MSRP: $26,620) is a four-cylinder model that’s handsomely equipped with many desirable features – including air conditioning, a 4.2” multi-information display, keyless entry with trunk release, 16” steel wheels and LED headlamps.
The 2020 Toyota Camry LE (Starting MSRP: $28,090) builds on the Camry, adding 17” alloy wheels, an eight-way power adjustable driver’s seat, and heated front seats.
The 2020 Toyota Camry LE Upgrade (Starting MSRP: $30,630) builds on the Camry LE, adding an 8” touch screen, Connected Services by Toyota Audio Plus with Remote Connect, Safety Connect, Service Connect, dual-zone automatic air conditioning, a wireless charging tray for compatible personal electronics, Smart Key System with Push Button Start, an auto-dimming rear view mirror with HomeLink feature, and the enhanced safety of the Blind Spot Monitor and Rear Cross Traffic Alert systems.
The 2020 Toyota Camry XLE (Starting MSRP: $36,790) enhances the Camry with an impressive bundle of premium features and amenities. Updates include Connected Services by Toyota Audio Plus with Remote, embedded navigation, a panoramic glass roof, premium LED headlamps and rear combination lamps, LED daytime running lights, dual zone automatic air conditioning, leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, leather seat surfaces, power adjustable front passenger’s seat, auto-dimming rear view mirror with integrated compass, ambient lighting system and an integrated garage door opener. The XLE’s impressive list of technology features includes an 8” Display Audio system with six speakers, integrated Sirius XM Satellite Radio, a 7” multi-information display, a wireless charging system for personal electronics, the Blind Spot Monitor, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, and Back Guide Monitor Alert safety systems, and the Toyota Smart Key System with Push Button Start.
The 2020 Toyota Camry XLE V6 (Starting MSRP: $41,590) includes all of the features in the Camry XLE, plus the added power and performance of the 3.5L V6 engine. It then adds a number of Toyota safety technologies – including the 10” Head Up Display, Rear Cross Traffic Brake system, the Birds Eye View Monitoring system and intelligent clearance sonar.
For those seeking a sportier partner on the road, the Camry is offered in the S-Line:
The 2020 Toyota Camry SE (Starting MSRP: $28,550) comes with sporty body features such as an aggressively-styled hood, front and rear fascia and 17” alloy sport wheels, plus many features that enhance driving fun.
The 2020 Toyota Camry Nightshade Edition (Starting MSRP: $30,400) is a new, limited production run, enhanced version of this model. It features unique 18” black alloy wheels, black door handles and mirror caps, black badging, black shark fin antenna, black rear spoiler and gloss black window trim for an even more aggressive look.
The 2020 Toyota Camry SE Upgrade (Starting MSRP: $31,650) builds on the SE model, adding technology, style and safety features including an 8” touch screen, Connected Services by Toyota Audio Plus with Remote Connect, Safety Connect, Service Connect, dual-zone automatic air conditioning, a wireless charging tray for compatible personal electronics, Smart Key System with Push Button Start, 18” alloy wheels, a power moon roof, an auto-dimming rear view mirror with HomeLink feature, and the enhanced safety of the Blind Spot Monitor and Rear Cross Traffic Alert systems.
The 2020 Toyota Camry XSE (Starting MSRP: $34,990) builds on the SE with the addition of many upgrades, including 19” alloy wheels, a panoramic glass roof, leather seating, a six-way power-adjustable front passenger’s seat, a 7” multi-information display and ambient lighting.
The 2020 Toyota Camry XSE V6 (Starting MSRP: $40,490) features the more powerful V6, plus many upgrades, Built on the XSE four-cylinder model, this Camry’s enhancements include a 10” head up display, a JBL Audio system with ClariFi, and additional safety systems such as the Rear Cross Traffic Brake, Bird’s Eye View Monitor and Intelligent Clearance Sonar.
New for this year, the 2020 Toyota Camry TRD (Starting MSRP: $35,990) is a performance-oriented model built off the XSE V6. It features unique 19” TRD wheels, a performance suspension, Rear V-brace, aluminum pedals, TRD body kit, TRD exhaust and unique TRD LED headlamps. To reduce weight for even more engaging performance, this model substitutes in many lighter components such as a fixed roof, single-zone automatic air conditioning and a manually-adjustable passenger’s seat and does not include heated seats, a split rear seat, head-up display, JBL audio or the wireless charger.
The Toyota Camry hybrid is offered in a choice of models and trim levels.
The 2020 Toyota Camry Hybrid LE (Starting MSRP: $31,550) is well appointed, including many premium features – such as Connected Services by Toyota Audio Plus, 17” alloy wheels, LED headlamps and tail lamps, dual zone automatic climate control, heated front seats, a 4.2” multi-information display, and Toyota’s Smart Key System with Push Button Start.
The 2020 Toyota Camry Hybrid SE Upgrade (Starting MSRP: $34,600), builds on the LE model, adding Connected Services by Toyota Audio Plus with Remote, an auto-dimming rear view mirror with HomeLink, the wireless charging system for compatible personal electronics, and the added safety of the Toyota Blind Spot Monitor and Rear Cross Traffic Alert technologies. This model is then given a sporty style infusion, with a sporty front and rear fascia, sport fabric seat cladding enhanced with leatherette trim, a leather wrapped shift knob, a power moon roof, and 18” alloy wheels.
The 2020 Toyota Camry Hybrid XLE (Starting MSRP: $41,350) also builds on the LE model, boosting comfort, convenience and premium amenities. Updates include Connected Services by Toyota Audio Plus with Remote, embedded navigation, a 10” head up display, 7” multi-information display, auto-dimming rear view mirror with compass, the wireless charging system for compatible personal electronics, a power adjustable front passenger seat, and the added safety of the Toyota Bird’s Eye View Monitor, Intelligent Clearance Sonar, Blind Spot Monitor and Rear Cross Traffic Alert technologies. Style upgrades include premium LED headlamps and tail lamps, a power moon roof, leather seating, and 18” premium alloy wheels.
The 2020 Toyota Camry is on sale now at Toyota Dealers across Canada. For complete and up to date details and specifications, visit www.toyota.ca/camry.
About Toyota Canada Inc.
Toyota Canada Inc. (TCI) is the exclusive Canadian distributor of Toyota and Lexus vehicles. Toyota has sold over eight million vehicles in Canada through a national network of 287 Toyota and Lexus dealerships. Toyota is dedicated to bringing safety, quality, dependability and reliability to the vehicles Canadians drive and the service they receive. TCI’s head office is located in Toronto, with regional offices in Vancouver, Calgary, Montreal and Halifax, and parts distribution centres in Toronto and Vancouver. Toyota operates two manufacturing facilities in Canada. Having produced more than eight million vehicles, popular Canadian models built at these facilities include Toyota RAV4, Toyota RAV4 Hybrid, Lexus RX 350 and RX 450h hybrid. Recent investments at its facilities in Ontario will allow for increased production of the top-selling Toyota RAV4 and RAV4 Hybrid models.
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