Toyota Kirloskar Motor Launches the All New Camry

PRLog (Press Release) - Aug. 24, 2012 - Aug 24, 2012, Delhi: Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) today launched the All New Camry. The vehicle will be assembled at a separate assembly line within TKM’s second plant located in Bidadi, near Bangalore, in Karnataka. Camry, the legendary cornerstone of the Toyota brand, first introduced in 2002 in India, was until now imported as a CBU from Japan. The new model is the 7th generation of the Camry.

The new vehicles are powered with an all powerful new gasoline engine, 2.5 liter Dual VVT-i, that generates maximum power of 181PS@ 6000rpm and highest torque of 231NM@ 4100 rpm. The new engine is teamed with a 6 speed Automatic Transmission with a sequential shift. The All New Camry has been styled befitting a prestige sedan. It offers best-in-class cabin space, derived from the impressively designed wide body. The super silent passenger cabin provides a luxurious and quiet ride.

The All New Camry is priced at   23,80,000/- (ex showroom Delhi) and  is available in four vibrant colours – white pearl crystal shine, silver metallic, attitude black and beige metallic.  

Speaking on the occasion of the launch Mr. Hiroshi Nakagawa, Managing Director said “We are extremely happy to introduce the 7th generation, All New Camry. The vehicles are the latest addition to our fleet of domestically manufactured vehicles. This further reinforces the growing importance of TKM in Toyota’s global operations. The New Camry is currently being manufactured in 10 plants across the globe and TKM will be the 11th one. The local production of New Camry of global standards will mark an important milestone in the history of TKM.”  

Mr. Sandeep Singh, Deputy Managing Director, Marketing added “The globally renowned Camry is the flagship brand of Toyota and we are delighted to introduce the All New Camry in India. The All New Camry is aimed at offering enhanced design, sense of quality, spaciousness and comfort. We request all our customers to experience this luxury. The vehicles are on display in all our dealerships across India, from today. Bookings will be accepted and deliveries undertaken, starting today. We thank our customers for appreciating and accepting the Camry sold in India previously, and hope to see continued patronage of this legendary model of Toyota. We will continue delighting our customers with this new offering and wish to see many more Camry happy customers.”


Mr. Michihiko Sato, Chief Engineer, Toyota Motor Corporation said “As a Luxury sedan, Camry is a symbol of Toyota’s prestige. We believed that the new model should offer an added sense of luxury and appeal, which represent the new model of the Camry. The All New Camry comes with an Emotional and RAtional Appeal, thereby making it the New ERA Sedan. It offers best - in - class space, high power, torque, top - class fuel economy, excellent driving stability and drive comfort. Like the world over, we hope to see our customers in India appreciate and enjoy the latest model of the Camry.”

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Vehicle Outline  

Exterior - The bold and luxurious styling of the vehicle lends a prestigious appeal to the All New Camry.

Exterior Design Highlights - Front
-    Wide, luxurious and firmly planted Front design
-    Chrome Grill with accents for prestigious looks
-    Elevated hood for a majestic presence     
Exterior Design Highlights - Side
-    Wedge shaped uncluttered side design
-    New designed  roofline, leading to more headroom
-    Sharp trailing edge towards rear
Exterior Design Highlights - Rear
-    Ground hugging stance emphasize prestige
-    Sharp combination Lamps and Garnish instill sense of width
Exterior Features
-    Automatic HID Headlamps with washer  
-    Chrome –surround Front Fog lamps
-    Door Rockers with chrome inserts
-    ORVM Electronic  Adjust/Retract, Indicator, Hydrophylic and Wide View
-    Smart entry system with concealed sensors
-    10-spoke 16” Dynamic Design Alloy Wheels

Interior - The interiors have been carefully crafted to provide a heightened sense of luxury and space that creates an emotional appeal
-      8 Way power adjust driver seat + lumbar support
-      8 Way power adjust passenger  seat with Easy Access buttons
-      Leather Seats and Leather and wood finish steering wheel with multi function buttons. Leather trim on dashboard with real stitching
-      Smart entry with start and stop button
-      6” Touchscreen DVD player with USB,AUX, Bluetooth and Car Info
-      2 Zone Automatic climate control  
-      Rear AC vents
-      Optitron combimeter with Eco indicator (lamp and bar type)
-      Illuminated entry system and diffused cabin illumination
-      Spaciousness – Curved roof lining liberates generous headroom .New seat  design and larger sliding range creates more legroom at rear

Overview of TKM:
Company name              Toyota Kirloskar Motor Private Limited
Managing Director               Hiroshi Nakagawa
Equity participation               TMC: 89%, Kirloskar group: 11%
Number of employees   Approx. 6,000 +
Land area                            Aprox. 432 acres (approx.1,700,000 m2)
Building area                  74,000 m2

Overview of TKM 1st Plant
Established                             October 1997 (start of production: December 1999)
Location                             Suburb of Bangalore, Karnataka State
Products                             Innova, Fortuner manufactured in India.
Prado, Land Cruiser and Prius imported as CBUs.
Annual production capacity     Approx. 90,000 units

Overview of TKM 2nd Plant
Location                                 On the site of Toyota Kirloskar Motor Private Limited (on the outskirts of Bangalore, Karnataka State)
Products                                 Corolla Altis, Etios, Etios Liva, New Camry
Start of production                        December 2010
Annual production capacity    1,20,000 units