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2000 Toyota Camry CE

The 2000 Toyota Camry CE is a 136-hp sedan with a 4-speed electronically-controlled automatic transmission w/od and front-wheel drive. It starts at $18,318 MSRP and is rated at 23 mpg combined.

It makes 136 horsepower at 5,200 rpm and 150 lb-ft of torque at 4400 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 20 mpg city and 28 mpg highway (23 mpg combined).

The Camry measures 188.5 inches long on a 105.2-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,042 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSedan
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$18,318 ($34,572 *)
MSRP with Destination$18,773 ($35,431 *)
Destination Charge$455
Engine
Engine Type2.2-liter, 4-cylinder, cast iron block with aluminum alloy head
Horsepower136 hp @ 5,200 rpm
Torque150 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm
ValvetrainTwin-cam (DOHC), 16-valve
Injection TypeMPFI (Multiport Fuel Injection)
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFWD
Transmission
Transmission4-speed electronically-controlled automatic transmission w/OD
1st Gear2.81
2nd Gear1.55
3rd Gear1
4th Gear0.71
Reverse2.3
Final Drive3.94
Fuel Economy
City20 MPG
Highway28 MPG
Combined23 MPG
Recommended Fuel87 octane or higher, unleaded
Tank Capacity18.5 gal
Suspension
Front SuspensionMacPherson strut suspension with coil springs
Rear SuspensionMacPherson strut suspension with coil springs
Front Stabilizer Bar0.67 in.
Rear Stabilizer Bar0.63 in.
Brakes
Front Brake CalipersVentilated disc, 10.7 in.
Front Brake Disc10.7 in. ventilated disc
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front5.5 x 14 in Steel
Wheels Rear5.5 x 14 in Steel
Tires FrontP195/70R14
Tires RearP195/70R14
Dimensions & Weight
Length188.5 in
Width70.1 in
Height55.4 in
Wheelbase105.2 in
Front Track61.1 in
Rear Track59.9 in
Ground Clearance5.1 in
Cargo Volume14.1 ft³
Curb Weight3,042 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front38.6 in
Headroom Rear37.6 in
Legroom Front43.5 in
Legroom Rear35.5 in
Shoulder Room Front56.2 in
Shoulder Room Rear56.1 in
Hip Room Front54 in
Hip Room Rear54.1 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall Not rated
Frontal crash Not rated
Frontal – driver ★★★★★
Frontal – passenger ★★★★★
Side crash Not rated
Rollover Not rated
Tested variant: 2000 Toyota Camry 4-DR. w/SAB
Other tested variants (1)
  • 2000 Toyota Camry 4-DR.: overall not rated

Recalls

4 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2000 Toyota CAMRY. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

May 11, 2009 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

DOPE, INC. IS RECALLING 42,540 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.

Consequence: DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy: DOPE, INC. WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 28, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DOPE, INC. AT 1-626-272-1798.

NHTSA campaign 09E025000

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

Jan 16, 2001 · VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH CRUISE CONTROL AND V6 ENGINES, AND BUILT AT ONE OF TWO LINES AT THE KENTUCKY PLANT. THE ACCELERATOR CABLE HOUSING COULD BE DEFORMED AT THE CRUISE CONTROL ACTUATOR-TO-THROTTLE BODY CONNECTION. THE ACCELERATOR INNER-CABLE COULD WEAR AWAY AND EVENTUALLY BREAK.

Consequence: THIS COULD ALLOW THE THROTTLE TO RETURN TO IDLE OR REMAIN IN ITS MOST RECENT POSITION REGARDLESS OF ACCELERATOR PEDAL OPERATION, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ACCELERATOR CABLE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN FEBRUARY 23, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800-331-4331.

NHTSA campaign 01V012000

Jun 5, 2000 · SUSPENSION:REAR

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. DUE TO IMPROPER HEAT TREATMENT, THE REAR AXLE MAY NOT HAVE ADEQUATE STRENGTH IN SOME AREAS.

Consequence: AFTER EXTENDED USE OF THE VEHICLE, THE REAR AXLE SHAFTS COULD FAIL OR BREAK.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE REAR AXLE HUB ASSEMBLIES.

NHTSA campaign 00V154000

530 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2000 Toyota CAMRY

Owner Complaints

530 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2000 Toyota CAMRY (120 mention a crash, 28 a fire, 73 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Vehicle Speed Control113
Service Brakes72
Hydraulic68
Engine And Engine Cooling66
Air Bags64
Power Train39
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Mar 19, 2026 · Seat Belts
“The contact owns a 1997 N/A Toyota Camry. The contact stated that the driver’s side seat belt mechanism had malfunctioned, and the retractor was not working properly. Additionally, the latching…”
Feb 5, 2026 · Electrical System, Unknown Or Other
“@45,679 miles, the (plastic) driver door handle popped of the car when lifted without thumb just enough to begin to open the door. This was during the beginning of a big snowstorm. Luckily I was not…”
Dec 11, 2025 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
“The contact owns a 1997 Toyota Camry. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 97V156000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet…”
Jul 10, 2025 · Air Bags Crash 1 injury
“The contact owned a 1997 N/A Toyota Camry. The contact stated that while an acquaintance was driving approximately 45 MPH, the acquaintance crashed into the rear of another vehicle. The air bags…”
Jan 5, 2023 · Engine And Engine Cooling, Power Train
“The contact owns a 2000 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to immediately respond after the gear shifter was shifted into reverse(R). The contact stated that there was a…”

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 2000 TOYOTA CAMRY. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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