2011 Toyota Camry
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2011 models.

- Class
- Midsize Cars
- Body styles
- 4dr Sedan FWD Le/Se, 4dr Sedan FWD Lev6/Sev6/Xlev6, Hybrid 4dr Sedan FWD
- Engines
- 2.4L 4-cyl, 2.5L 4-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl
- Horsepower
- 169–187 hp
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Hybrid, Regular Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 33 combined · 31 city / 35 hwy
- Length
- 189.4 in
- Curb weight
- 3,307–3,638 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 5 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Excellent fuel economyUp to 33 MPG combined — 42% better than the average 2011 midsize car (23.2 MPG).
- Hybrid version availableOffered as a hybrid as well as gas.
Watch out for
- Modest powerUp to 187 hp, versus about 550 hp for similar 2011 models.
- Many owner complaints396 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 121 for similar models — most often about the visibility/wiper.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 30 similar 2011 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2011 Toyota Camry is a midsize car offered with 3 engines (2.4L 4-cyl, 2.5L 4-cyl and 3.5L 6-cyl), including a hybrid version and front-wheel drive.
It measures about 189 inches long and 72 inches wide on a 109-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,307 lb (4dr Sedan FWD Le/Se).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 33 MPG combined (31 city / 35 highway), 42% better than the 2011 midsize car average of 23.2 MPG, for an estimated $2,050 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 5 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 396 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the unknown or other.
What changed for 2011
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2010 Camry — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2010; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2010 Camry →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Built in: Georgetown, Kentucky · Lafayette, Indiana · Toyota City, Aichi
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2011 Camry configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr Sedan FWD Le/Se | 189.4 in | 71.7 in | 57.5 in | 109.4 in | 62.2 / 61.8 in | 3,307 lb | 60/40 |
| 4dr Sedan FWD Lev6/Sev6/Xlev6 | 189.4 in | 71.7 in | 57.5 in | 109.4 in | 62.2 / 61.8 in | 3,483 lb | 61/39 |
| Hybrid 4dr Sedan FWD | 189.4 in | 71.7 in | 57.5 in | 109.4 in | 62.2 / 61.4 in | 3,638 lb | 57/43 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camry Hybrid Hybrid | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 31 / 35 / 33 | +42% | $2,050 | 269 |
| Camry | 2.5L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 / 32 / 26 | +12% | $2,600 | 342 |
| Camry | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 / 31 / 25 | +8% | $2,700 | 355 |
| Camry | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 20 / 29 / 23 | -1% | $2,900 | 386 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2011 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2011 Toyota Camry.
Similar 2011 midsize cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 Toyota Camry (this car) | 33 MPG | Not rated | 5 |
| 2011 Ford Mustang | 23 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
| 2011 Honda Accord | 26 MPG | Not rated | 9 |
| 2011 Chevrolet Camaro | 22 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2011 Nissan GT-R | 17 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2011 Dodge Challenger | 21 MPG | Not rated | 6 |
| 2011 Chevrolet Malibu | 26 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
Recalls (5)
Seats › Front Assembly › Seat Heater/Cooler · Nov 19, 2014
NHTSA campaign 14V743000 · 3,233 vehicles
- Problem
- Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 Prius and Corolla, 2009-2011 Venza, 2006-2010 Avalon, 2007-2010 FJ Cruiser, 2005-2011 Sienna and Sequoia, 2006-2011 Tacoma 4x2 and 4x4, Camry, Highlander, Tundra 4x2 and 4x4, and 2007-2011 Rav4 and 4Runner. The affected vehicles may experience compression of the seat cushion which may damage the seat heater wiring.
- Risk
- Damage to the seat heater wiring could cause the wires to short, increasing the risk of the seat burning and causing personal injury to the occupant.
- Fix
- SET will notify owners, and dealers will disconnect the heaters with copper strand heating elements and refund the purchase price of the seat heater accessory, free of charge. The recall is expected to began in January 2015. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226.
Suspension › Front › Control Arm › Lower Arm · Nov 13, 2014
NHTSA campaign 14V732000 · 56 vehicles
- Problem
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2011 Toyota Camry vehicles manufactured March 8, 2011, to July 20, 2011. In the affected vehicles, the rubber boot on the front suspension lower arm ball joint may have been damaged during manufacturing. The damage could cause the boot to leak lubricant grease which could then cause the ball joint to wear and loosen prematurely.
- Risk
- A loosened ball joint may separate from the knuckle and could cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the ball joint, free of charge. The recall began on December 16, 2014. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.
Equipment › Other › Labels · Apr 9, 2013
NHTSA campaign 13V123000 · 7,525 vehicles
- Problem
- Southeast Toyota is recalling certain model year 2008 and 2010-2013 Toyota Tundra, 2010-2012 Rav4, 2012 Toyota Sequoia, 2010-2011 Toyota Corolla, 2010-2011 Toyota Camry and Camry Hybrid, 2010-2013 Toyota Highlander and Highlander Hybrid, 2010-2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser, 2010-2013 Toyota Venza, 2010-2011 Toyota 4Runner, 2010-2013 Toyota Tacoma, 2011-2012 Toyota Sienna, 2012 Toyota Prius, 2013 Scion FR-S, 2011 Scion XD, 2011 Scion XB, and 2012 Scion TC vehicles. These vehicles were sold with labels that were outside the allowable one percent of accuracy of actual weight added. Thus, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) Number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
- Risk
- An inaccurate label could lead to owners overloading their vehicles and tires. An overloaded vehicle can result in a tire failure which may result in a vehicle crash, personal injury, or property damage.
- Fix
- Southeast Toyota will notify owners and provide a corrected label with instructions concerning its installation. A small group of the affected vehicles will need additonal remedies which are still being developed. The recall began on May 28, 2013. Owners may contact Southeast Toyota at 1-800-301-6859.
Seats · Jan 16, 2013
NHTSA campaign 13V014000 · 3,235 vehicles
- Problem
- Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain models interspersed through model years 2009 through 2013 as follows: model year 2009-2012 Tacoma, 4Runner, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Prius, and RAV4; model year 2009-2010 Avalon, FJ Cruiser, and Highlander Hybrid; model year 2010-2013 model year Corolla, Sienna and Tundra; model year 2009-2013 Highlander and Venza; model year 2012 Prius V; and model year 2010-2012 Sequoia. During modification by SET to include accessories such as leather seat covers, seat heaters or headrest DVD systems, these vehicles may not have had the passenger seat occupant sensing system calibration tested. Without passing the calibration test, the occupant sensing system may not operate as designed.
- Risk
- If the front passenger seat occupant sensing system is out of calibration, the front passenger airbags may not deploy or they may deploy inappropriately for the passenger's size and position. This could increase the risk of personal injury during the event of a vehicle crash necessitating airbag deployment.
- Fix
- Southeast Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will test the sensitivity of the occupant detection sensors, and recalibrate them as necessary. The recall began on March 21, 2013. Owners may contact Southeast Toyota at 1-800-301-6859.
Equipment › Other › Labels · Feb 3, 2010
NHTSA campaign 10V036000 · 153,418 vehicles
- Problem
- SOUTHEAST TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2011 PASSENGER VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THESE VEHICLES WERE SOLD WITHOUT THE REQUISITE LOAD CARRYING CAPACITY MODIFICATION LABELS.
- Risk
- A DRIVER MAY OVERLOAD A VEHICLE WHICH MAY INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.
- Fix
- DEALERS WILL MAIL TO CONSUMERS THE CORRECTED LABEL OR THE CUSTOMER WILL HAVE THE OPTION FOR DEALERS TO INSTALL THE LABEL FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 27, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SOUTHEAST TOYOTA AT 1-800-301-6859.
Not every 2011 Toyota Camry is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2011 Toyota Camry buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 5 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Visibility/Wiper — 85 owner reports. Check all exterior lights, wipers and the windshield for cracks.
- Air Bags — 44 owner reports. Confirm the airbag warning light turns off after start-up and any airbag recall was completed.
- Structure › Body — 38 owner reports. Open and close every door, the hood and tailgate; look for rust or misaligned panels.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 70,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Hybrid system. Check for hybrid-system warning lights and ask whether the high-voltage battery has been replaced or is still under warranty.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2011 Toyota Camry. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Camry years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Camry | 51 | 193.7 in | Not rated | 3 | 144 |
| 2025 Camry | 51 | 193.7 in | Not rated | 6 | 173 |
| 2024 Camry | 52 | 192.5 in | ★★★★★ | 1 | 52 |
| 2023 Camry | 52 | 192.5 in | ★★★★★ | 2 | 66 |
| 2022 Camry | 52 | 192.5 in | ★★★★★ | 1 | 65 |
| 2021 Camry | 52 | 192.5 in | ★★★★★ | 1 | 165 |
| 2020 Camry | 52 | 192.5 in | ★★★★★ | 3 | 284 |
| 2019 Camry | 52 | 192.5 in | ★★★★★ | 7 | 411 |
| 2018 Camry | 52 | 192.5 in | ★★★★★ | 8 | 779 |
| 2017 Camry | 40 | 190.9 in | ★★★★★ | 3 | 153 |
| 2016 Camry | 40 | 190.9 in | Not rated | 3 | 189 |
| 2015 Camry | 40 | 190.9 in | Not rated | 1 | 285 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Toyota. How we calculate this →