The 2008 Camry Solara is a 2-door, up to 5-passenger family coupe, or convertible, available in 6 trims, ranging from the SE to the SLE Convertible.
Upon introduction, the SE is equipped with a standard 2.4-liter, I4, 155-horsepower engine that achieves 21-mpg in the city and 31-mpg on the highway. A 5-speed manual transmission with overdrive is standard, and a 5-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is optional. The SLE Convertible is equipped with a standard 3.3-liter, V6, 210-horsepower engine that achieves 18-mpg in the city and 26-mpg on the highway. A 5-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard.
The 2008 Camry Solara is a carryover from 2007.
Read our editor review of the 2007 Toyota Camry Solara HERE.
Photos of the Camry Solara Convertible posted in the photo gallery.
Summary: This is my second Solara. New models have several more options now along with a GPS Navigator that is great to have.
Strengths: Great new look with a little more room interior. More options, bigger engine. Same great mileage and ride.
Weaknesses: I did not find any weaknesses with my old Solara, or with the new one.
Similar Products Used: Test drove Grand Prix's, not as many safety features, high insurance compared to the Solara, rather a "jerky" ride. Does not hold it's value like the Toyota's do.
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Summary: Great car! Traded in a 2000 Toyota Solara SE-V6 and moved up to a 2004 Toyota Solara SLE-V6 ... there was really nothing else I would even consider.
Strengths: Plenty of power in the new V6 but with great gas mileage. Handles really well with a smooth, quiet ride and also has skid and traction control. Subtle good looks - perfect for someone who wants the style and fun of a sports car and the practicality of a sedan but doesn't really need 4 doors. Luxurious and comfortable leather interior with a 6-CD in dash changer, auto dimming rear view mirror (with a compass), outside temperature gauge, and oh so much more.
Weaknesses: Have still not found any!
Similar Products Used: In 2000, after driving Datsun/Nissan for 25 years, a 1986 200SX for the most recent 15, I looked at/drove the Honda Accord (2-door), VW Golf and Jetta, Ford Focus, Nissan Altima, Acura Integra, and Toyota Celica ... and then I discovered the Solara! Have also owned a Saab and an MGB-GT.
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Summary: What can I say? This car rocks. It's my first brand new car and I can honestly say that I have been very happy thus far. This is the kind of car that you look at and expect to pay a lot more for. There are very few on the road because the 4 door camry is apparently Toyota's "bread and butter."
I have a silver sport coupe but it's cool in red. Just go get it.
Strengths: Sporty styling
Great gas mileage
Roomy Interior
Excellent acceleration for a 4 cylinder
Very smooth transmition
Cabin is quiet
Weaknesses: Not sure why there are two different colors between the instrument panel and the radio/temp gauges differ. Can't figure that one out.
Feels a little heavy in hard turns
Similar Products Used: 1996 Grand Am
1999 Cougar
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Summary: I LOVE THIS CAR!!!!!I always wanted a convertible and this car is perfect. People stop and look at this car. Mine is all black with tan roof and interior. It is so classy looking. I must admit, I have to wash it more often, but I even enjoy doing that. The seats are roomy in the front and back, the sound system is awesome but sometimes too much bass. It handles very nicely. And there is one lesson I have learned, you should always read the manual to learn about your car, this way you know how the seats and the power door locks work. This is the car of my dreams.
Strengths: Sound system, roomy interior, big enough truck space, nice handeling, smooth ride, good gas milage.
Weaknesses: The seat belts are a bit uncomfortable, sometimes I open the trunk with the remote and I dont know it, the buttons are close together, maybe a indicator light on the dash for the trunk should be added.
Similar Products Used: none, owned a Sentra and a Isuzu
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Rating Reviewed by: astillwell(Unregistered User)
Review Date April 28, 2003
Overall Rating 5 of 5
Value Rating 5 of 5
Used product for Less than 1 month
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Price Paid:
$20500.00
from Dave Edwards Toyota
Summary: I Love It!!!! What else can I say...I had a 92 Honda Accord before this and was ready to go buy another Honda until I researched the Solara and found that it beat the accord when it comes to safety. Plus I didn't like the new Accord models. When I'm driving I feel like I'm in a Lexus. Smooth, Luxury, and Comfort all in one.
Strengths: Affordable
Dependable
Great on gas
Awesome JBL stereo
Weaknesses: NONE!!!!!
Similar Products Used: Honda Accord
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