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2007 Toyota Camry Hybrid Review
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Toyota Camry Hybrid – Brian Chee’s Opinion of the Comfort:
As comfortable as a dog under a shade tree on a miserably hot day, the Camry Hybrid maintains the Camry’s legacy for being one of the more appealing mainstream rides on the road. As part of an extensive redesign, the Camry Hybrid’s interior is largely the same as the rest of the family, except for upgrades in materials and the inclusion of a Plasmacluster, which is supposed to filter out all the nasty little bits floating around in the air. It’s a thoroughly upgraded affair, with more room compared to the outgoing Camry and space that feels competitive with most of its main competitors. So, overall, it’s comfortable, with a good amount of leg and head room. Only one little complaint – okay, two: First, there could be more room for your feet up front, and wide bodied people may have trouble in the seats. Second, as one of the most expensive Camrys you can buy – just a notch under the XLE V6 – the interior ought to be closer to the Lexus standard. It’s nice – but not that nice. Toyota Camry Hybrid – Ron Perry’s Opinion of the Comfort:
The Camry Hybrid seems quieter than the standard Camry, which enhanced my driving experience. Outside of the quietness, the rest of the car felt just like the standard model. The seating is comfortable, though I would enjoy a bit more bolstering. The interior offers lots of room both front and back as well as a comfortable entry and exit. In the standard model I felt the ride quality was a bit stiff but didn’t experience the same result with the Camry Hybrid. Overall, I preferred driving the Camry Hybrid thanks to the quieter interior and seemingly smoother ride. Toyota Camry Hybrid – Thom Blackett’s Opinion of the Comfort:
A few years ago I had the opportunity to drive a 2004 Toyota Camry from Maine to Florida. After two and a half days and 1,500 miles, one thing was clear – my back ached. My co-pilot agreed, and soon traded the Camry for something else. Putting in 500 miles behind the wheel of a 2007 Camry Hybrid was like déjà vu. At first, the front bucket feels supportive and comfortable, allowing for proper positioning with multiple power adjustments including lumbar. But after awhile, no adjustments were able to lessen the muscle fatigue I felt in my back. As a road-trip fan, this fact alone would make me thoroughly evaluate the competition. Somewhat offsetting the lack of comfort in the front seats were the tilt and telescoping leather-wrapped steering wheel, the large padded center armrest, and the soft window sills and armrests on the door panels. Rear passengers are treated to a spacious split-bench seat with a reclined seatback, two small cupholders in the center armrest, adjustable vents, and plenty of overall room. Entry and exit are easy.
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