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Toyota Camry Solara

EPA MPG: NA
Average Retail Price
$3,000 - $3,950

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There are 3 recalls on this vehicle. Learn More.

Road Test

The Camry Solara is introduced in 1999 as a coupe version of the Camry sedan.  A convertible was added in 2000. There are two engine choices, a 3.0-liter, 200-hp V6 or a base 2.2-liter,135-hp Four. It nicely balances performance and refinement. Although the Solara is no sports car, it handles nimbly. It has a strong, smooth engine, a comfortable and very quiet ride, and a fairly hospitable rear seat.

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2000 Sports cars & Convertibles Reliability

No Data Available

Crash Tests

IIHS Front Moderate Overlap
NA
IIHS Front Small Overlap, Driver
NA
IIHS Side Crash
NA
NHTSA Overall Crash
NA
NHTSA Overall Frontal-Crash
NA
NHTSA Overall Side-Crash
NA

Crash Tests

IIHS Front Moderate Overlap
NA
IIHS Front Small Overlap, Driver
NA
IIHS Side Crash
NA
NHTSA Overall Crash
NA
NHTSA Overall Frontal-Crash
NA
NHTSA Overall Side-Crash
NA

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Crash Tests

IIHS Front Moderate Overlap
NA
IIHS Front Small Overlap, Driver
NA
IIHS Side Crash
NA
NHTSA Overall Crash
NA
NHTSA Overall Frontal-Crash
NA
NHTSA Overall Side-Crash
NA

2000 Sports cars 4/5-seat Ratings

$3,000 - $3,950
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EPA MPG NA
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$3,150 - $13,325
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EPA MPG NA
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$3,450 - $4,425
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EPA MPG NA
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$3,200 - $3,700
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EPA MPG NA
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$3,625 - $8,050
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EPA MPG NA
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Features & Specs
Body Style
    convertible
    coupe
Seating
2 front, 3 rear
Drive Wheels
Front
Engines Available
  • 2.2-liter 4 (136 hp)
  • 3-liter V6 (198 hp)
Transmissions Available
  • 5-speed manual
  • 4-speed automatic
Warranty
Coverage varies among versions of this vehicle

In most cases, automotive warranties are based on the vehicle identification number (VIN), and the warranty will be valid regardless of ownership. The dealership can tell you exactly how much warranty is left.

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Model History
2004-
Current Generation

Available in coupe and convertible versions, the Camry Solara is a sportier, two-door version of the Camry sedan. While the ride is comfortable and well controlled, it's noticeably tauter than that of the four-door. Handling is also more nimble, though it falls short of feeling sporty. Over the years, engine choices included adequate four-cylinders and a smooth, strong V6. The Solara's cabin is well-appointed and serenely quiet, and the front seats are comfortable and supportive. The rear seat is suitable for two average-sized adults. Our tested convertible suffered from some body shake, but the top is well insulated. Rearward visibility, however, was horrible.

1999-2003
1999 Redesign Year

Available in coupe and convertible versions, the Camry Solara is a sportier, two-door version of the Camry sedan. While the Solara's ride is comfortable and well controlled, it's noticeably tauter than that of the four-door. The Solara's handling is also more nimble, though it falls short of sports-car territory. Engine choices include a 2.2-liter four-cylinder and a smooth, strong 3.0-liter V6. The Solara's cabin is well appointed and serenely quiet, and the front seats are comfortable and supportive. The rear seat suitable for two average-sized adults.