2010 Toyota Camry Hybrid

The unemployment rate may be decreasing, but people are still losing their jobs. Although they seem to be on the decline, gas prices are still too high. Folks have tightened their belts so much that now they can hardly breathe. It is hard to see the proverbial light at the end of the tunnel in this dark, bleak economic depression in which we find ourselves. This past week I found a glimmer of hope as I test drove the 2010 Toyota Camry Hybrid.

Sitting on 16” wheels the Toyota Camry Hybrid gleamed as the sun’s rays reflected off the specks of glitter in the gray metallic paint. There seems to be little change in the frame of the 2010 Toyota Camry Hybrid. The headlights are more cat like as they are slanted upward. Ordinarily when I open the door of a vehicle and see all leather interior I smile with excitement, but when the temperature outside is above 100 degrees and my skirt is short. I look at the leather a little differently. Now if the weather had been a little cooler, I would have looked at the leather seating more favorably. Another feature that would be impressive during the colder months is heated seats, which my Camry had. My Camry Hybrid also had dual zone auto climate, AM/FM/CD player, driver’s power seat with lumbar support, and power windows and door locks. Some of the controls for these features were also conveniently located on the steering wheel that also included Bluetooth wireless technology. The dashboard was very clean and not cluttered. Accents of wood grain was tastefully placed throughout the cabin of the vehicle. There was more than adequate leg room in both the front and rear sections which seats 5 passengers. I really took a liking to all the storage space in the Camry. There are spaces in the doors, two on both side of the console, one embedded in the center console, one on the armrest, and one on the side of the steering wheel. There are pockets for storage on the backs of the front seats. In addition, the glove box and a spacious trunk are also storage compartments.

Now that it seems as if I am well acquainted with the vehicle, it is time to put my knowledge in gear. With my smart key in the cup holder, I push the button to start the car. No loud noises are heard as this is a hybrid and that is just it, no noise. They are known for being extremely quiet vehicles. Since the Camry uses both a gas engine and battery power, a quick take off from a stop position is not expected. The switch from one source of power to the other prevents this from happening. Just because the Camry doesn’t have a quick pick-up does not mean that it lacks in performance. The Camry steps up to the plate by providing an excellent, smooth ride. Handling the vehicle is a breeze the way it hugs the road. EPA fuel economy estimates are 33-mpg city and 34-mpg highway. Still the best thing about driving a hybrid is fewer trips to the gas station and more cha-ching in the pocket. An entire week would past before I needed to refuel. Heavy city traffic can make gas dwindle faster from the tank, that is, if the car is something other than a hybrid. Those who drive hybrids know that stop and go traffic is no barrier to fuel economy. In heavy traffic my Toyota Camry just kept moving and switching from the 2.4/l 4cyclinder DOHC 16V gas engine to the battery power with efficiency.

Fewer trips to the gas station put more money in my pocket and boosted my appreciation of this marvelous motor vehicle. More money can also be yours if you buy then drive the Toyota Camry Hybrid. The base price is $26,150.00. Discover greener horizons and stimulate your personal budget by visiting your local Toyota dealer or by logging on to www.toyota.com.