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2018 Toyota Camry doesn't want to be boring anymore

The eighth-generation Camry's new platform, rear suspension and sharper design hope to squash memories of past bland and boring models.

Jon Wong
Jon Wong was a reviews editor for CNET Cars. He test drove and wrote about new cars and oversaw coverage of automotive accessories and garage gear. In his spare time, he enjoys track days, caring for his fleet of old Japanese cars and searching for the next one to add to his garage.
Jon Wong
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The 2018 Camry is lower, wider, and curvier featuring a sleeker, more aerodynamic profile.

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The all-new generation of Toyota's midsize sedan warrants a new Camry logo.

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To give the sporty SE and XSE versions more visual pop, they receive more aggressive bumpers, rocker panels, mesh grille insert, rear lip spoiler and diffuser.

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The XSE sets itself apart from the SE with 19-inch black machine-finish alloy wheels.

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For the interior, designers wanted to provide more visually appealing cabin, while remaining practical and intuitive.

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Front seats were redesigned to be more comfortable and supportive, and refinement is up with the use of higher grade soft-touch materials on major surfaces like the dash, center console and door trim.

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The latest Toyota Entune 3.0 system handles infotainment duties with standard navigation.

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4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot capabilities, a JBL premium audio system and 10-inch color head-up display are optional.

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Sadly, the Camry doesn't have Apple CarPlay and Android Auto on its options list.

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A pre-collision system with pedestrian detection, radar cruise control, lane departure alert with steering assist and auto high beams are equipped on every 2018 Camry.

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Blind spot monitoring and rear cross traffic alert come standard on higher trim levels.

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Backing the Camry's sportier looks is a new platform utilizing more ultra high-strength steel and new molding techniques to increase structural rigidity.

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Combined with a reengineered rear double wishbone suspension, 2-inch longer wheelbase and lower center of gravity, Toyota promises a substantially improvement to driving dynamics.

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Serving as base motivation for the 2018 Camry is a new 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine working with an eight-speed automatic transmission.

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Front seats were redesigned to be more comfortable and supportive, and refinement is up with the use of higher-grade soft-touch materials on major surfaces like the dash, center console and door trim.

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To look the part, the new Camry is lower, wider and curvier featuring a sleeker, more aerodynamic profile.

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To give the sporty SE and XSE versions more visual pop, they receive more aggressive bumpers, rocker panels, mesh grille insert, rear lip spoiler and rear diffuser.

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A precollision system with pedestrian detection, radar cruise control, lane departure alert with steering assist and auto high beams are equipped on every 2018 Camry.

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Backing the Camry's sportier looks is a new platform utilizing more ultra-high-strength steel and new molding techniques to increase structural rigidity.

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Combined with a re-engineered rear double-wishbone suspension, 2-inch longer wheelbase and lower center of gravity, Toyota promises a substantially improvement to driving dynamics.

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Serving as base motivation for the 2018 Camry is a new 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine working with an eight-speed automatic transmission.

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Toyota hasn't quoted any power figures, but says the engine will offer more power and anticipates it returning best-in-class fuel economy.

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The latest Toyota Entune 3.0 system handles infotainment duties with standard navigation. 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot capabilities, a JBL premium audio system and 10-inch color head-up display are optional.

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Missing from the options list are Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capabilities.

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