2007 Toyota Camry Review: Expensive Car With Poor Reliability And A Short Life Expectancy

Anonymous on March 15, 2024

My grandma drove this car off the lot, brand new. Has been a great car. After a few years it was passed on to my mom, then my dad, and now me. I’ve driven this car for 3 years now but unfortunately there is too much maintenance to be done for the money. Around 160k miles for us it has had minimal issues so I’d say it’s a great car. It started when we got back from a trip and one of the cylinders were misfiring (which was a spark plug and an easy fix). Around 170k miles we were driving it and it ended up overheating. We got it towed and it ended up being the water pump going out (as well as the serpentine belt needing to be replaced). After that we drove it for a few weeks but it started running rough, then we went to go home from work one night and it was idling super rough so we drove it home and decided not to use it until we could get it towed to a mechanic. It was blowing out lots of white smoke. Turns out the head gasket has blown (which we think was from the overheating done originally). Car has officially made it to 173k miles. We were hoping more but it’s not horrible considering. Something to look out for is this also burns a lot of oil. Be sure to check it often, every two weeks depending on how much you drive. Wish the engine had a recall or something for that issue. Overall great car but from my reading, don’t get a 2007-2013 if used since these are the years for oil consumption issues.

Go Granny B on June 12, 2021

I'm 89, still driving, and needed a replacement for my 1997 Camry with over 200k miles. I wanted a familiar driving experience and minimal digital technology. This 2007 Camry with 50k miles, leather interior, cushy ride, and reasonable price was a great fit. I've owned it for two weeks now and remain pleased with my purchase. The huge trunk lets me haul everything for my garden, and my mechanic says it could easily go over 200k miles with proper care.

Estrella on June 10, 2021

The Camry XL 2007, gave me problems after 3 weeks of purchasing it, but two of the worst has been, had to rebuild the transmission cost 3,000.00 and the worst the oil in the motor, which reading more on it, I realize its one of the greatest problems this model has. At the end of the day I had to invest in a new car. Its still seating in my garage.

Peggy on April 14, 2021

After 24 hours still happy...was more than I expected to get. Glad I stopped. Chad and Chris were great! Will tell everyone I know. Thanks

Dad on February 3, 2021

Purchased this car for my son who is getting ready to turn 16. Great value, safe for young drivers, and its a Toyota (sixth one for our family) so it will run for many years to come!

Davism24 on February 2, 2021

I owned for 13 years and only had one problem other than normal maintenance - alternator needed replaced; so very reliable. I took on the road very comfortable and roomy trunk for mid-size sedan extra roomy in back for mid-size. You can not go wrong with this car just make sure the owner did the recommended oil changes etc.

Very good car on September 7, 2020

This car met all of my needs. It is a very reliable car and you will save the time of going to mechanics. The car is also very good on Gas per mileage.

Mdubb on August 29, 2020

It has everything that I need. The previous owner really took car of this vehicle, the interior looks brand new and it's a 13 year old car. I'm very pleased this far.

Teja on August 27, 2020

This car has enough room, has two charging ports and perfect music system. The car runs very smooth. The seats are really comfortable for any age group.

kychickapoo on August 12, 2020

This car has been amazing no complaints! I bought it in 2014 and I have loved it. Very comfortable and has a nice nice size truck.