America’s best-selling sedan is due for a complete redesign, and based on these spy shots, we’ll likely see it next year. Recently caught in prototype form was the 2018 Toyota Camry, which is rumored to get a new engine and perhaps even a high-performance model.
A hi-po Camry seems a bit of a stretch, but the prototype shown here is fitted with four exhaust tips, relatively sporty wheels, and a body kit. If anything, this may simply be a continuation of the current Camry XSE trim, which is made up of a stiffer suspension setup and special visual upgrades.
The new Camry is expected to ride on Toyota’s TNGA architecture that launched on the new Prius. Expect a drop in curb weight and improved handling. Speculation also suggests a 2.0-liter turbo-four will be added to the engine lineup, with the 3.5-liter V-6 remaining as an option—both those engines should be mated to an eight-speed automatic. Meanwhile, the 2.5-liter inline-four is expected to carryover as a base engine paired with a six-speed auto. A hybrid will likely come later.
Styling appears to be evolutionary. This prototype’s front clip appears to have LED headlights and turn signals, and the narrow taillights look similar to the ones found on the Avalon. The photographer managed to capture a bit of the dashboard, which shows revised air vents and chrome trim in the instrument panel.
Toyota still holds the sales lead in the midsize segment, despite tough competition from the Honda Accord, Nissan Altima, and others. Toyota is expected to unveil the 2018 Camry at the Detroit auto show this January, before rolling it out to showrooms by the end of 2017.
Photo Source: Chris Doane Automotive
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