1999 Toyota Camry Solara SE V6 Auto
All photo credits
- Photo: Toyota Solara – Front by Raszbeary, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2002 Toyota Camry Solara Convertible 3.0 V6 GLE (51269029607) by Rutger van der Maar, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Toyota Solara 3223-DC left side on Minsheng East Road 20221121 by 玄史生, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2001 Toyota Camry Solara SLE V6 in Black Sand Pearl, Rear Left, 07-23-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2002 Toyota Camry Solara Convertible 3.0 V6 GLE (rear) by Rutger van der Maar, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 1999 Toyota Camry Solara SE V6 Auto is a 200-hp 3.0-liter V6 with an automatic 4-spd and front-wheel drive. It starts at $22,048 MSRP and is rated at 20 mpg combined.
It makes 200 horsepower at 5,200 rpm and 214 lb-ft of torque at 4400 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 17 mpg city and 25 mpg highway (20 mpg combined).
The Camry Solara measures 190.0 inches long on a 105.1-inch wheelbase.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Coupe |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $22,048 ($43,011 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | Gas V6 |
| Displacement | 3 L |
| Horsepower | 200 hp @ 5,200 rpm |
| Torque | 214 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | Automatic 4-spd |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 17 MPG |
| Highway | 25 MPG |
| Combined | 20 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular unleaded |
| Tank Capacity | 18.5 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Dual Link |
| Turning Diameter | 38.1 ft |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | Yes |
| Rear Brake Disc | Yes |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 15 in, Steel |
| Wheels Rear | 15 in, Steel |
| Tires Front | P205/65R15 |
| Tires Rear | P205/65R15 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 190 in |
| Width | 71.1 in |
| Height | 55.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 105.1 in |
| Front Track | 60.8 in |
| Rear Track | 59.8 in |
| Ground Clearance | 5.3 in |
| Cargo Volume | 14.1 ft³ |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 38.3 in |
| Legroom Front | 43.3 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 55.3 in |
| Hip Room Front | 53.6 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1999 Toyota Camry Solara SE V6 Auto with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | Not rated |
| Frontal crash | Not rated |
| Frontal – driver | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal – passenger | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | Not rated |
| Rollover | Not rated |
Other tested variants (1)
- 1999 Toyota Camry 4-DR. w/SAB: overall not rated
Recalls
2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1999 Toyota CAMRY SOLARA. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Jun 29, 2006 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING
CERTAIN AAI MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION LAMPS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LIST PASSENGER VEHICLES. COMBINATION LAMPS NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."
Consequence: LACK OF AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS IN THE LAMPS WILL DECREASE LIGHTING VISIBILITY TO OTHER DRIVERS AND MAY POSSIBLY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH
Remedy: AAI MOTORSPORTS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 1, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AAI MOTORSPORTS AT 909-923-9188.
NHTSA campaign 06E060000
Mar 23, 2006 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING
CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
Consequence: WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy: PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.
NHTSA campaign 06E026000
590 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1999 Toyota CAMRY
Owner Complaints
590 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1999 Toyota CAMRY (116 mention a crash, 44 a fire, 71 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 121 |
| Air Bags | 97 |
| Service Brakes | 89 |
| Hydraulic | 77 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 72 |
| Electrical System | 47 |
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 1999 TOYOTA CAMRY. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.