Toyota Camry Solara first generation

The Toyota Camry Solara first generation (1999–2003): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 11 versions in the United States and Canada.
Model codes: XV20 · Sold in: United States and Canada
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | – | 4,826–4,864 mm |
| Width | – | 1,806 mm |
| Height | – | 1,379–1,410 mm |
| Wheelbase | – | 2,670 mm |
| Seats and space | ||
| Luggage space (EPA) | 255–396 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | 2,549–2,605 L EPA | – |
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia, US EPA fuel economy data. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
287 complaints for model years 1999–2003. 76 crashes · 2 fires · 46 injuries · 2 deaths
- Airbags 58
- Speed control 37
Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints
All 11 versions of the Toyota Camry Solara first generation
United States 6 versions
Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002–2006 | 2.4 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA | 230 g/km |
| 2002–2003CLKUP | 2.4 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 23–24 MPG (9.8–10.2 L/100 km) EPA | 230–240 g/km |
| 1999–2003CLKUP | 3.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 19–20 MPG (11.8–12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 276–291 g/km |
| 1999–2002 | 3.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 20–21 MPG (11.2–11.8 L/100 km) EPA | 263–276 g/km |
| 1999–2001CLKUP | 2.2 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 22–24 MPG (9.8–10.7 L/100 km) EPA | 230–251 g/km |
| 1999–2001 | 2.2 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA | 230 g/km |
Canada 5 versions
Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002–2003Compact | 2.4 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 10.0–10.1 L/100 km 5-cycle | 230–232 g/km |
| 2000–2003Subcompact | 3.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 12.1–12.2 L/100 km 5-cycle | 278–281 g/km |
| 1999–2003Compact | 3.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 11.5–11.7 L/100 km 5-cycle | 265–269 g/km |
| 1999–2002Compact | 3.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 11.0–11.1 L/100 km 5-cycle | 253–255 g/km |
| 1999–2001Compact | 2.2 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 10.0–10.4 L/100 km 5-cycle | 230–239 g/km |
Similar models from other brands
Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.





