1988 Toyota Camry Deluxe Sedan 5MT
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- Photo: Toyota Camry DX front by Rutger van der Maar, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Toyota Camry Sedan by Bene Riobó, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Toyota Camry DX rear by Rutger van der Maar, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2nd generation Toyota Camry rear by TTTNIS, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Toyota-Camry-SV21-Interior-1 by 3DLaborant, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 1988 Toyota Camry Deluxe Sedan 5MT is a 115-hp 2.0-liter inline-4 sedan with a 5-speed manual and front-wheel drive. It starts at $12,408 MSRP and is rated at 25 mpg combined.
It makes 115 horsepower at 5,200 rpm and 124 lb-ft of torque at 4400 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 23 mpg city and 29 mpg highway (25 mpg combined).
The Camry measures 178.0 inches long on a 102.4-inch wheelbase.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Sedan |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $12,408 ($34,088 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 3S-FE 2.0L DOHC inline-4, fuel injected, naturally aspirated |
| Displacement | 2 L |
| Horsepower | 115 hp @ 5,200 rpm |
| Torque | 124 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC, 16-valve |
| Bore and Stroke | 86 x 86 |
| Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 |
| Injection Type | Electronic fuel injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 23 MPG |
| Highway | 29 MPG |
| Combined | 25 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular unleaded |
| Tank Capacity | 15.9 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson strut, coil springs |
| Rear Suspension | Independent MacPherson strut, coil springs |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | Disc |
| Rear Brake Disc | Drum |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 178 in |
| Width | 66.7 in |
| Height | 54.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 102.4 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1988 Toyota Camry Deluxe Sedan 5MT with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
4 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1988 Toyota CAMRY. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Jun 2, 2016 · SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2005-2011 4Runner, Highlander, Sequoia, and Sienna, 2005-2010 Avalon and Tundra, 2006-2008 Camry Solara, 2006-2010 Highlander hybrid, 2006-2011 Rav4 and Tacoma, 2007-2010 FJ Cruiser, 2007-2011 Camry hybrid, 2009-2010 Venza, 2010-2012 Prius, 1988-1990 and 2005-2010 Camry, and 1989 and 2009-2010 Corolla vehicles equipped with aftermarket accessory seat heaters with a copper strand heating element. The electrical wiring in the seat heaters may be damaged when the seat cushion is compressed.
Consequence: If damaged, the copper strand heating element may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: SET will notify owners, and dealers will disconnect the seat heaters, free of charge, and refund the purchase price of the seat heater accessory. The recall began on July 14, 2016. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET number for this recall is SET16B.
NHTSA campaign 16V396000
Sep 22, 1992 · LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
THE ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT (ECU) FOR THE POWER DOOR LOCK SYSTEM CAN FAIL, CAUSING THE CONTACTS TO "WELD", AND RESULTING IN DOOR LOCK SOLENOID DAMAGE, WITH FAILURE OF THE DOOR TO LOCK OR UNLOCK, EVEN UNDER MANUAL OPERATION.
Consequence: IF THE DOOR FAILS TO OPEN AFTER ECU FAILURE, VEHICLEOCCUPANTS WOULD HAVE INCREASED DIFFICULTY EXITING THE VEHICLE IN AN EMERGENCY.
Remedy: INSTALL AN ADDITIONAL SUBCIRCUIT RELAY CONTROL TO PREVENT MALFUNCTION OF ORIGINAL RELAYS IN THE ECU.
NHTSA campaign 92V135000
Oct 18, 1989 · SEAT BELTS:FRONT
OCCUPANT RELEASE OF THE LAP BELT IN A CERTAIN MANNER COULD CAUSE THE BELT RETRACTOR TO LOCK AT THE RETRACTED AND STOWED POSITION.
Consequence: SEAT BELTS MAY BE UNUSABLE OR OCCUPANTS MAY BEDISCOURAGED FROM USING BELTS, INCREASING THEIR POTENTIAL FOR INJURY IN ANACCIDENTAL OR SUDDEN STOP.
Remedy: REPLACE LAP BELT WITH A REDESIGNED BELT GUIDE.
NHTSA campaign 89V175000
Aug 1, 1988 · EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:ACCESSORY SCISSOR/SCREW/BOTTLE JACK/LIFT
DUE TO A DESIGN DEFECT IN THE THREAD PROFILE OF THE CAR JACK, WHEN THE WAGON IS RAISED, THE JACK MAY BE UNABLE TO SUSTAIN THE VEHICLE.
Consequence: JACK COULD LOWER ITSELF WITH POTENTIAL TO CAUSE PERSONALINJURY.
Remedy: REPLACE JACK.
NHTSA campaign 88V127000
69 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1988 Toyota CAMRY
Owner Complaints
69 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1988 Toyota CAMRY (8 mention a crash, 4 a fire, 8 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Electrical System | 13 |
| Seat Belts | 11 |
| Power Train | 9 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 8 |
| Structure | 7 |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 6 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1988 TOYOTA CAMRY. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.