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1997 Toyota Camry
The 1997 Toyota Camry is a lower Medium. When it was new, prices in New Zealand typically ranged from $32,000 for the GL variant and topping out at $55,000 for the GLX variant.
There are 4 variants of the Camry available in New Zealand and this generation went on sale in mid-1996.
The 1997 Camry was offered with a 3 year, 100,000 km warranty.
Engine options for the Toyota Camry include 2.2L in-line 4-cylinder (95kW/189Nm), 2.2L (95kW), 3.0L (138kW) and 3.0L v6 (138kW/264Nm). Available with 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic transmissions. All variants feature front-wheel drive.
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GX
2026
$49,990
SX
2026
$52,990
ZR
2026
$58,190
Year
2026
Engine Type
2.5L HEV
Fuel
Unleaded
Transmission
Automatic
Body Type
Sedan
Number of Doors
4 Doors
Drivetrain
Front
Maximum Power
170 kW
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1997 Toyota Camry
Dimensions
4,725 mm
1,770 mm
1,415 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,725 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,770 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,415 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,620 mm |
| Turning Circle | 11,000 mm |
| Load Capacity | 505 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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1997 Toyota Camry
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Toyota Camry is the GL variant that starts from $32,000.
See all Toyota Camry PricingThe most expensive Toyota Camry is the GLX variant that starts from $55,000.
See all Toyota Camry PricingThe best towing capacity of a Toyota Camry is 1500 kg offered by the following variants: GL, GX and GLX.
See all Toyota Camry towing capacityThe largest Toyota Camry is the GL variant which measures 1770mm wide, 4725mm in length and sits 1415mm tall.
All variants of the Toyota Camry have a maximum power of 138kW.
The Toyota Camry is built in Australia and shipped to New Zealand.
The heaviest Toyota Camry is the GL variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 1830 kg.
The Toyota Camry uses Unleaded Petrol.
†Displayed prices exclude on-road costs such as delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, insurance and applicable road taxes. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.
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