2001 Toyota Camry XLE V6
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- Photo: 1998 Toyota Camry CE, front left, 09-12-2022 by MercurySable99, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: TOYOTA CAMRY (XV20) China by Dinkun Chen, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1998 Toyota Camry CE, rear left, 09-12-2022 by MercurySable99, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Toyota camry interior by MusicUnity, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2001 Toyota Camry XLE V6 is a 194-hp sedan with a 4-speed electronically-controlled automatic transmission w/od & intelligence and front-wheel drive. It starts at $26,225 MSRP and is rated at 20 mpg combined.
It makes 194 horsepower at 5,200 rpm and 209 lb-ft of torque at 4400 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 17 mpg city and 25 mpg highway (20 mpg combined).
The Camry measures 188.5 inches long on a 105.2-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,252 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Sedan |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $26,225 ($48,126 *) |
| MSRP with Destination | $26,680 ($48,961 *) |
| Destination Charge | $455 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 3.0-liter, 6-cylinder, aluminum alloy block with aluminum alloy head |
| Horsepower | 194 hp @ 5,200 rpm |
| Torque | 209 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm |
| Valvetrain | Twin-cam (DOHC), 24-valve |
| Injection Type | MPFI (Multiport Fuel Injection) |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 4-speed electronically-controlled automatic transmission w/OD & intelligence (ECT-i) |
| 1st Gear | 2.81 |
| 2nd Gear | 1.55 |
| 3rd Gear | 1 |
| 4th Gear | 0.74 |
| Reverse | 2.3 |
| Final Drive | 3.93 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 17 MPG |
| Highway | 25 MPG |
| Combined | 20 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | 87 octane or higher, unleaded |
| Tank Capacity | 18.5 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson strut suspension with coil springs |
| Rear Suspension | MacPherson strut suspension with coil springs |
| Front Stabilizer Bar | 0.67 in. |
| Rear Stabilizer Bar | 0.63 in. |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Calipers | Ventilated disc, 10.7 in. |
| Front Brake Disc | 10.7 in. ventilated disc |
| Rear Brake Disc | 10.5 in. solid disc |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 6.0 x 16 in Aluminum |
| Wheels Rear | 6.0 x 16 in Aluminum |
| Tires Front | P205/60R16 |
| Tires Rear | P205/60R16 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 188.5 in |
| Width | 70.1 in |
| Height | 55.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 105.2 in |
| Front Track | 61.1 in |
| Rear Track | 59.9 in |
| Ground Clearance | 5.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 14.1 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 3,252 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 38.6 in |
| Headroom Rear | 37.6 in |
| Legroom Front | 43.5 in |
| Legroom Rear | 35.5 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 56.2 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 56.1 in |
| Hip Room Front | 54 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 54.1 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 2001 Toyota Camry XLE V6 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)
- 2001 Toyota Camry 4-DR.: overall not rated
Recalls
4 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2001 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
Mar 5, 2001 · STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE FRONT SUB FRAME ASSEMBLY HAS NOT BEEN ADEQUATELY WELDED.
Consequence: THIS CONDITION COULD CAUSE FAILURE OF THE ASSEMBLY FOLLOWING LONG-TERM USAGE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE FRONT SUB FRAME, IF NECESSARY. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN APRIL 9, 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 01V072000
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
330 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2001 Toyota CAMRY
Owner Complaints
330 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2001 Toyota CAMRY (88 mention a crash, 12 a fire, 52 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Vehicle Speed Control | 55 |
| Air Bags | 52 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 51 |
| Service Brakes | 31 |
| Tires | 26 |
| Suspension | 25 |
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 2001 TOYOTA CAMRY. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.