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Used 1997 Toyota Camry

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1997
Fuel Economy
22 - 23 combined mpg
Horsepower
133 - 194 hp
Engine
2 engines available
Engine Options
  • 4-Cyl, 2.2 Liter
  • V6, 3.0 Liter
Cargo Volume
14.1 cu ft
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1997 Toyota Camry Overview

1997 Toyota Camry Pricing

1997 Toyota Camry pricing starts at $2,188 for the Camry CE Sedan 4D, which had a starting MSRP of $19,918 when new. The range-topping 1997 Camry XLE Sedan 4D starts at $2,390 today, originally priced from $22,228.

Original MSRP
KBB Fair Purchase Price (national avg.)
CE Sedan 4D
$19,918
$2,188
$20,288
$2,329
$22,228
$2,390

The Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price for any individual used vehicle can vary greatly according to mileage, condition, location, and other factors. The prices here reflect what buyers are currently paying for used 1997 Toyota Camry models in typical condition when purchasing from a dealership. These prices are updated weekly.

Camry Consumer Sentiment

Owners give this generation Toyota Camry (1997-2001) a 4.6 out of 5 rating, which is higher than most, and 95% recommend it. These figures are based on 1116 consumer reviews, like these:

What Owners are Saying About the 1997 Toyota Camry

"517000 and still going strong!"

"I purchased my 98 Camry with 48k on it in 2001 and now with 517K. I Stay on top of oil changes and regular maintenance and it still has original engine. Starts up great and has yet to fail me. Best car I have owned. Plan on getting to 600k or even 750K.. unless the wheels fall off before then :)"

"still gets 26 mph, no oil leaks, no recalls"

"goes over mountain passes easily with v6, best car I've ever owned, driver's seat is Very comfortable"

"Fantastic Value, 296K miles, incredibly reliable."

"The '97 camry 4-cyl LE isn't a hotrod, but for 20 years it's provided amazingly reliable transportation. Good mpg, and I like the ride - comfortable, & very secure. I've had to avoid my share of random out-of-nowhere obstacles on the highway, and it handles great. I had an oil pan leak early on, covered under warranty, then 15 years of nothing but standard maintenance. In the last few years I've had to replace the distributor points, radiator, right front axle and boot. Oh yeah, I replaced the headlights myself last winter just because the plastic had yellowed. The A/C finally bought the farm last year, and the clear coat started peeling a year ago. However, the transmission is still smooth as ever, & the engine purrs like it's brand new. With some TLC I bet it could go another 10 years or more, but I'm ready to upgrade once I hit the magic 300K."

Overall 1997 Toyota Camry Quality

User sentiment suggests the overall quality of the 1997 Toyota Camry is above average for its class. Owners rated the 1997 Toyota Camry quality a 4.7 out of 5.

1997 Toyota Camry Reliability

The 1997 Toyota Camry receives an average consumer rating of 4.6 overall and a 4.8 for reliability, which means owners consider its reliability to be above average.

Favorite 1997 Camry Features

According to drivers of the 1997 Camry, here are some of its best features:

  • Extremely dependable, overall great car
  • Reliability, Price ($18.8K new), MPG, Handling
  • Low price, great quality, smooth ride
  • Dependability
  • Great car, good mpg, and reliable.

1997 Toyota Camry MPG by Trim

1997 Camry LE Sedan 4D - city 20 MPG - hwy 28 MPG

1997 Camry XLE Sedan 4D - city 19 MPG - hwy 26 MPG

1997 Camry Safety

NHTSA Safety Rating

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the 1997 Toyota Camry front-side driver crash test rating is 4 out of 5 stars. The front-side passenger crash test rating is 4 out of 5.

1997 Toyota Camry Safety Features

  • Child Door Locks
  • Child Seat Anchors: Not available
  • Driver Airbag
  • Passenger Airbag
  • Rear Side Airbag
  • Front Side Airbag
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1997 Toyota Camry
KBB.com Consumer Reviews

4.6
Consumer Rating
Based on 1,116 Consumer Reviews
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Value
4.7
Performance
4.6
Quality
4.7
Comfort
4.6
Reliability
4.8
Styling
4.5

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1997 Toyota Camry Styles

Style
Price
Combined Fuel Economy
Horsepower
Engine
Cargo Capacity
Torque
Curb Weight
CE Sedan 4D
$2,188
N/A
133 @ 5400 RPM
4-Cyl, 2.2 Liter
14.1 cu ft
147 lb-ft
3020 lbs
LE Sedan 4D
$2,329
23 MPG
133 @ 5400 RPM
4-Cyl, 2.2 Liter
14.1 cu ft
147 lb-ft
3086 lbs
XLE Sedan 4D
$2,390
22 MPG
194 @ 5200 RPM
V6, 3.0 Liter
14.1 cu ft
209 lb-ft
3230 lbs
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1997 Toyota Camry Depreciation

A 1997 Toyota Camry has depreciated $455 or 22% in the last 3 years and has a current resale value of $1,609 and trade-in value of $624.

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1997 Toyota Camry Annual Depreciation

Year
Vehicle Depreciation*
Resale Value
Trade-In Value
2022
$16
$2,064
$1,066
2023
$372
$1,692
$724
2024
$37
$1,655
$679
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$46
$1,609
$624
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*Depreciation for the last 12 months of the private party resale value.

1997 Toyota Camry Depreciation

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Specifications

Dimensions, Weights & Capacities

Curb Weight
3020 lbs.
EPA Passenger
96.9 cu.ft.
EPA Total Interior
111.0 cu.ft.
Fuel Capacity
18.5 gallons
Front Head Room
38.6 inches
Front Leg Room
43.5 inches
Max Seating Capacity
5
Minimum Ground Clearance
5.7 inches
Overall Length
188.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room
56.2 inches
Towing Capacity, Maximum
2000 lbs.
Trunk or Cargo Capacity
14.1 cu.ft.
Turning Diameter
35.4 feet
Wheel Base
105.1 inches
Width with mirrors
70.1 inches

Exterior

Alloy Wheels
Available
Moon Roof/Sun Roof
Available
Number of Doors
4 doors
Rear Spoiler
Available

Mechanical

Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission Type
Automatic

Performance

Horsepower
133 @ 5400 RPM
Torque
147 @ 4400 rpm
Engine
4-Cyl, 2.2 Liter

Warranty

Basic
3 years / 36000 miles
Powertrain
5 years / 60000 miles
Corrosion
5 years / Unlimited miles

Entertainment

  • DVD Entertainment System
  • MP3 Player
  • CD Player

Interior

  • Power Windows
  • Tilt Steering Wheel

Seating

  • Leather Seats
  • Dual Power Front Seats
  • Power Driver's Seat

Technology

  • Cruise Control
  • Hands Free Phone
  • Navigation System

1997 Toyota Camry Safety

1997 Toyota Camry Safety Technology

  • Child Door Locks
  • Child Seat Anchors: Not available
  • Driver Airbag
  • Passenger Airbag
  • Rear Side Airbag
  • Front Side Airbag
Not Available

Crash Test Rating

Provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Driver Front
4.0
Passenger Front
4.0
Front Side
3.0
Rear Side
3.0

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Is 1997 a good year for a Toyota Camry?

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