2008 Toyota Camry Solara Sport Coupe I4 MT
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- Photo: Toyota Camry Solara Convertible (XV30) IMG 4069 by Alexander Migl, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Toyota Camry Solara (30638121558) by Guillaume Vachey from Chalon sur Saone, France, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2008 Toyota Camry Solara SLE, rear 4.23.22 by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, 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
The 2008 Toyota Camry Solara Sport Coupe I4 MT is a 155-hp 2.4-liter inline-4 coupe with a 5-speed manual and front-wheel drive. It starts at $22,450 MSRP and is rated at 25 mpg combined.
It makes 155 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 158 lb-ft of torque at 4000 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 21 mpg city and 31 mpg highway (25 mpg combined).
The Camry Solara measures 192.5 inches long on a 107.1-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,185 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Coupe |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $22,450 ($33,889 *) |
| MSRP with Destination | $22,860 ($34,508 *) |
| Destination Charge | $410 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | I4 |
| Displacement | 2.4 L |
| Horsepower | 155 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 158 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
| Injection Type | SMPI |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| 1st Gear | 3.54 |
| 2nd Gear | 2.05 |
| 3rd Gear | 1.33 |
| 4th Gear | 0.97 |
| 5th Gear | 0.73 |
| Reverse | 3.58 |
| Final Drive | 3.94 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 21 MPG |
| Highway | 31 MPG |
| Combined | 25 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular Gasoline |
| Tank Capacity | 18.5 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Dual Link |
| Front Stabilizer Bar | 0.94 in |
| Rear Stabilizer Bar | 0.59 in |
| Turning Diameter | 37.4 ft |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 11.7 in |
| Rear Brake Disc | 10.6 in |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 16x6.5 |
| Wheels Rear | 16x6.5 |
| Tires Front | P215/60R16 |
| Tires Rear | P215/60R16 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 192.5 in |
| Width | 71.5 in |
| Height | 56.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 107.1 in |
| Front Track | 60.8 in |
| Rear Track | 60.4 in |
| Ground Clearance | 5.5 in |
| Cargo Volume | 13.8 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 3,185 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 38 in |
| Headroom Rear | 36.4 in |
| Legroom Front | 42 in |
| Legroom Rear | 35.4 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 56.1 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 53.7 in |
| Hip Room Front | 53.7 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 50.8 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 2008 Toyota Camry Solara Sport Coupe I4 MT 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
2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2008 Toyota CAMRY SOLARA. 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
Feb 3, 2010 · EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
GULF STATES TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2010 VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THESE VEHICLES WERE SOLD BETWEEN SEPTEMBER 1, 2005 AND JUNE 2, 2008 WITHOUT THE REQUISITE LOAD CARRYING CAPACITY MODIFICATION LABELS.
Consequence: THIS DOES NOT MEET THE STANDARD REQUIREMENTS.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL MAIL TO CONSUMERS THE CORRECTED LABEL OR THE CUSTOMER WILL HAVE THE OPTION FOR DEALERS TO INSTALL THE LABEL FREE OF CHARGE. DEALERS WILL ALSO CORRECT THE OWNER'S MANUAL. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 27, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT GULF STATES TOYOTA AT 713-580-3300.
NHTSA campaign 10V035000
1,178 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2008 Toyota CAMRY
Owner Complaints
1,178 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2008 Toyota CAMRY (109 mention a crash, 17 a fire, 58 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Visibility | 210 |
| Structure | 186 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 169 |
| Service Brakes | 149 |
| Engine | 144 |
| Unknown Or Other | 129 |
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 2008 TOYOTA CAMRY. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.