Toyota Camry is a car we are familiar with, and on the 23rd of this month, a new generation of Camry models will be released soon. Then what is the difference between the new generation models and the Camry we have in mind, and what changes have been made. Is the Chinese version the same as the overseas version? Today we will take everyone together to find out. (Since the car has not yet been officially released, some information we have not yet obtained, the following is only to talk about what we have learned)

● The information points that the new generation Camry has learned:

Appearance: There are points between the U.S. version and the Japanese version. The U.S. version of the sport, the Japanese version is quite satisfactory; the domestic model is expected to use the Japanese version of the body size: 10mm long, 5mm wide, and the same wheelbase and height. Powertrain: Cash 2.4 +5AT upgrades to 2.5+6AT; 2.0+4AT does not change interior trim and suspension: The situation is not yet clear. â—† Appearance and appearance: The new generation Camry, which is the 7th generation Camry, will launch specific versions based on different regions. According to the spy photos obtained, the main difference between the two models of the US version and the Japanese version is in the design of the front face, headlights, and taillights.

The front face design of the US version of the model is more sporty, and the headlights are somewhat like tearful shapes. The front face design of Japanese models and China's to-be-manufactured models is quite satisfactory, and it is somewhat similar to cash. The headlamps are flat. In addition, the bumper at the bottom of the hybrid version of the new-generation model is not a Unicom design. The fog lamp housing is brightly colored, while the regular version uses a black circular fog lamp.

"The red official picture above is the US version of the Camry (Normal Edition) lamp part, and the US version of the mixed version is mainly in the fog lamp."

Looking at the taillights, the lamp set of the US version of the hybrid model has some features. The taillight is smaller than the cash area, and the taillight on the trunk only retains the upper part. Judging from the effects of the lights, it is like the popular LED style. The Japanese version of the mixed version is somewhat similar to the cash model.

From the previous dealer's brochure, the hybrid version of the new generation Camry is 10mm longer than the cash, 5mm wide, and the height and wheelbase have not changed, so the final length and height parameters of the new generation Camry models overseas version Is: 4810 * 1825 * 1470mm, wheelbase is still 2775mm.

From the size point of view, the new generation of Camry has not changed much. In particular, the wheelbase of the 2775 has not changed. I wonder if the new generation of Camry continues to use the current model platform. We will also focus on this point.

â—† Power:

The new generation of Camry still focuses on naturally aspirating engines. The 2.0L model powertrain is expected to have no change, the power output is 147 horsepower, 190N·m, and continues to configure the 4-speed AT automatic transmission.

"2.0+4AT power configuration will not change."

The original 2.4L 2AZ-FE naturally aspirated engine with a high-grade model will be replaced by a 2.5L 2AR-FE four-cylinder engine. This 2.5-liter engine we analyzed is the engine above ZELAS Jielu Chi, the maximum power of 178 horsepower, peak torque of 231N · m, than the current 2.4 liters of 167 horsepower, 224N · m has increased. The transmission will also be automatically upgraded from a 5-speed automatic transmission to a 6-speed automatic transmission.

"The 2.4-liter model will be replaced by a 2.5-liter engine used by ZELAS Jielu Chi."

In addition, Japan's new generation of Camry models will also add a four-wheel drive model, but it is not expected to introduce domestic. Overall, the new generation of Camry Power is expected to upgrade from the current 2.4 + 5AT to 2.5 + 6AT, while 2.0 + 4AT unchanged. This is also the biggest upgrade we have seen in the new generation of Camry.

When it comes to Camry, this car is not overlord in its exterior design, power equipment, interior design, spatial performance, etc., but it will not disappoint the owners. Maybe this is the "moderate" spirit of Toyota.

『Cash Domestic Camry』

Camry who continued the golden mean has won a good market performance. As a mid-size car that has been selling for years in China, Camry reached the annual sales volume of more than 150,000 in 2009 and 2010, and it has always been the top three midsize car. Especially in the southern cities, Toyota Camry has won a very good market.

From the changes in the new generation of Camry that we briefly introduced above, although the appearance and style are somewhat changed and the details are more fashionable and dynamic, the whole does not seem to be divorced from our traditional perception. In addition, the upgrade of vehicle power is not very obvious. From these perspectives, the new generation of Camry does not seem to have changed its original tradition and label. From the point of view of editors, this original label and positioning have not changed. In fact, it is good for Camry.

"US version of the Camry mixed edition spy photos"

We have seen that Toyota's Reiz models have sported a label for themselves through the movement genes. However, the sales of more than 3,000 units of Reiz monthly sales compared with more than 9,000 units of Camry indicate that there are certain markets for midsize sports cars in China. However, most people will not pay for them. The business market that Camry faces is more widely audience.

"The Toyota Camry and Reiz have similar pricing ranges, but they have different positioning and sales performance."

Although from the above point of view, domestic Camry does not need to carry out positioning changes, but from the point of view of the current sales of the majority of 2.0 models, 2.0 + 4AT configuration has slowly been behind, if still rely on this configuration to fight the world, then the future Camry's sales will certainly be affected.

In the face of stronger and stronger opponents, Camry needs to take more strength. What we are most expecting is still some changes that are not visible on the car, such as suspension, configuration, etc.

"The survey we conducted before (single choice) did not know whether the new Camry could meet the needs of the most people."

Therefore, summing up the above content, the editor thinks that domestic Camry does not have much need to change the current position, and what is really needed is to improve the competitiveness of low-grade vehicles through more advanced configurations.

● Conclusion:

It is true that Toyota will put a new label on the new generation Camry. At present, we do not know, because after all, this car has not yet officially released. The upcoming new generation of Camry may be affixed with a sporting label, may also become more business-like, and may also maintain its current moderation. Do not know what kind of expectations you have for this car?

Previously, Akio Toyoda had introduced to the media: “The new generation Camry will focus on optimizing the handling, safety and fuel economy and make it the best Camry model ever.” The importance of this product, in the end how the new car will change? Let us look forward to the official release of this car.