Against 253 other 4-cyl cars rated 2006–2008, the Camry Solara trails their 24.3 mpg average by 1.3 mpg, about $90 a year. Averaged over the years each was sold, the most economical engine since 1999, the 2.4L 4-cyl (2002–2008), does 24.3 mpg and the thirstiest, the 3L 6-cyl (1999–2003), 20.4: $302 a year apart.
Every Toyota Camry Solara engine, compared
Yearly cost assumes 12,000 miles at $3.20 a gallon.
| Engine | Combined | City / Highway | Years | Fuel per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4L 4-cyl | 20.9 / 29.7 | 2002–2008 | $1,580 | |
| 2.2L 4-cyl | 20.7 / 29 | 1999–2001 | $1,600 | |
| 3.3L 6-cyl | 18 / 27 | 2004–2008 | $1,829 | |
| 3L 6-cyl | 17.4 / 25.4 | 1999–2003 | $1,882 |
What that actually costs
Against its rivals in the same model years, the Ford Focus gets 27.7 mpg, the Nissan Versa 29 mpg and the Audi A4 22.5 mpg, next to 23 mpg for the 2008 Camry Solara.
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Cost per mile (2008) | $0.139 |
| Fuel per year | $1,670 |
| Fuel over five years | $8,350 |
| Against other 4-cyl cars, 2006–2008 | +$90 a year |
| EPA's own estimate | $2,913 a year |
City or highway — who is this car for
The 2008 Toyota Camry Solara gives up 9 mpg in town: 29 on the highway against 20 in the city, $596 a year if every mile were city driving.
| Measure | Value | Reading |
|---|---|---|
| City (2008) | 20 mpg | $1,920 a year if you only drive in town |
| Highway | 29 mpg | $1,324 a year if you mostly commute |
| Gap | +9 mpg (45%) | Wide — this car dislikes traffic |
How the Camry Solara changed over the years
The Camry Solara peaked in 2008 at 23 mpg (20 city, 29 highway) and was at its thirstiest in 2003 at 22 — 1 mpg apart, or $75 a year in fuel between buying one year and the other.
| Model year | Combined | City / Highway | Engines offered | Fuel per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 20 / 29 | 2 | $1,670 | |
| 2007 | 20 / 29 | 2 | $1,670 | |
| 2006 | 19 / 28.5 | 2 | $1,707 | |
| 2005 | 19 / 28 | 2 | $1,707 | |
| 2004 | 19 / 28 | 2 | $1,707 | |
| 2003 | 19 / 27 | 2 | $1,745 | |
| 2002 | 19 / 27 | 2 | $1,745 | |
| 2001 | 18.5 / 27 | 2 | $1,745 | |
| 2000 | 19.5 / 27.5 | 2 | $1,707 | |
| 1999 | 19.5 / 27.5 | 2 | $1,707 |
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How we count
This page rests on 20 EPA ratings of the Toyota Camry Solara — 4 engines across 1999–2008. The mileage is EPA's laboratory figure, unchanged; the yearly bill is ours, at 12,000 miles and $3.20 a gallon, against EPA's own estimate of $2,913. Full method.
Frequently asked questions
What mpg does the 2008 Toyota Camry Solara get?
23 mpg combined, 20 city and 29 highway, per EPA; its 2 versions that year range from 21 to 25. Across every year since 1999 the Camry Solara has averaged 22.5 mpg.
Is the 2008 Camry Solara more efficient than the 2007?
About the same: 23 against 23 mpg combined.
Which Camry Solara year has the best gas mileage?
The 2008, at 23 mpg combined (20 city, 29 highway), which is also the latest model year we hold.
Does the Camry Solara get better gas mileage than the Ford Focus?
No: 23 mpg for the 2008 Camry Solara against 27.7 for the 2009 Ford Focus, about $284 a year more to run.
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