2002 Toyota Camry SE
All photo credits
- Photo: 2005 Toyota Camry SE in Black, Front Right, 08-06-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2005 Toyota Camry 2.4 LE USDM (49960427053) by Rutger van der Maar, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2005 Toyota Camry SE in Black, Rear Right, 08-06-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Toyota Camry Gen6 aftermarket Blaupunkt Hamburg MP57 installed by Zuzu, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2002 Toyota Camry SE is a 157-hp sedan with a 4-speed automatic transmission w/od & intelligence and front-wheel drive. It starts at $21,140 MSRP and is rated at 24 mpg combined.
It makes 157 horsepower at 5,600 rpm and 162 lb-ft of torque at 4000 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 21 mpg city and 29 mpg highway (24 mpg combined).
The Camry measures 189.2 inches long on a 107.1-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,186 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Sedan |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $21,140 ($38,191 *) |
| MSRP with Destination | $21,595 ($39,013 *) |
| Destination Charge | $455 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.4-liter, 4-cylinder, aluminum alloy block with aluminum alloy head |
| Horsepower | 157 hp @ 5,600 rpm |
| Torque | 162 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
| Valvetrain | Twin-cam (DOHC), 16-valve with VVT-i |
| Injection Type | MPFI (Multiport Fuel Injection) |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic transmission w/OD & intelligence (ECT-i) |
| 1st Gear | 3.94 |
| 2nd Gear | 2.19 |
| 3rd Gear | 1.41 |
| 4th Gear | 1.02 |
| Reverse | 3.15 |
| Final Drive | 2.74 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 21 MPG |
| Highway | 29 MPG |
| Combined | 24 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 |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 6.0 x 16 in Steel |
| Wheels Rear | 6.0 x 16 in Steel |
| Tires Front | P215/60R16 |
| Tires Rear | P215/60R16 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 189.2 in |
| Width | 70.7 in |
| Height | 58.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 107.1 in |
| Front Track | 60.8 in |
| Rear Track | 60.4 in |
| Ground Clearance | 5.8 in |
| Cargo Volume | 16.7 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 3,186 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 39.2 in |
| Headroom Rear | 38.3 in |
| Legroom Front | 41.6 in |
| Legroom Rear | 37.8 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 57.5 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 56.7 in |
| Hip Room Front | 54.4 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 54.1 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 2002 Toyota Camry SE 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 |
Recalls
4 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2002 Toyota CAMRY. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Jul 13, 2004 · AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
ON CERTAIN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH CURTAIN SHIELD AIR BAGS (CSA), ONE OR BOTH OF THE CURTAIN AIR BAGS MAY BE TWISTED NEAR THE INFLATOR DUE TO IMPROPER ASSEMBLY.
Consequence: IF THIS OCCURS, THE CSA MAY NOT DEPLOY RAPIDLY ENOUGH WHEN ACTIVATED IN A SIDE IMPACT COLLISION. THIS MAY RESULT IN FAILURE TO PROVIDE THE INTENDED HEAD PROTECTION, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE CSAS AND REPLACE THE AIR BAG ASSEMBLY IF NECESSARY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 6, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800-331-4331.
NHTSA campaign 04V346000
Dec 11, 2001 · AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A THREE-SPOKE STYLE STEERING WHEEL. DURING AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT, IT IS POSSIBLE THAT THE BOTTOM SEAM OF THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE AIR BAG MODULE COVER (HORN PAD) COULD BE TORN AWAY ALLOWING THE BOTTOM PORTION OF THE COVER TO COMPLETELY DETACH FROM THE AIR BAG MODULE.
Consequence: IF THIS SHOULD OCCUR, THERE IS A POSSIBILITY THAT THE DETACHED BOTTOM PORTION MAY STRIKE THE DRIVER CAUSING PERSONAL INJURY.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE DRIVER'S SIDE AIR BAG MODULE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN DECEMBER 28, 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 OR LEXUS AT 1-888-333-9376.
NHTSA campaign 01V372000
Oct 1, 2001 · TIRES
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH CONTINENTAL TOURING TIRES, P205-65R15 92S, INSTALLED AT THE PORTS IN JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA. THE INCORRECT TIRES WERE INSTALLED ON VEHICLES THAT HAD DAMAGED TIRES. THE TIRES WERE DAMAGED DURING A PORT UPGRADE TO ALUMINUM WHEELS.
Consequence: THE TIRES DO NOT CONFORM TO THE SPEED RATING FOR THE VEHICLE. IF THE VEHICLE EXCEEDED THE MAXIMUM SPEED RATING (112 MPH), POSSIBLE TIRE FAILURE COULD OCCUR.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE ALL FIVE TIRES. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN SEPTEMBER 13, 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 SOUTHEAST TOYOTA AT 1-800-301-6859.
NHTSA campaign 01V302000
Sep 25, 2001 · AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. INCOMPLETE DEPLOYMENT OF THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG COULD OCCUR IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH.
Consequence: UNEXPECTED AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT CAN RESULT IN OCCUPANT INJURY.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG ASSEMBLY. BOTH OWNERS WERE NOTIFIED BY TELEPHONE AND ARRANGEMENTS HAVE BEEN MADE TO CORRECT THIS PROBLEM. THIS CAMPAIGN IS 100% COMPLETED. BOTH OWNERS HAVE BEEN NOTIFIED AND THEIR VEHICLES REPAIRED.
NHTSA campaign 01V306000
1,039 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2002 Toyota CAMRY
Owner Complaints
1,039 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2002 Toyota CAMRY (275 mention a crash, 20 a fire, 101 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Vehicle Speed Control | 295 |
| Service Brakes | 185 |
| Hydraulic | 156 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 111 |
| Air Bags | 102 |
| Power Train | 77 |
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 2002 TOYOTA CAMRY. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.