Is the Camry considered a B-segment car?
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The Camry is considered a B-segment car. B-segment cars typically have a wheelbase ranging from 2700mm to 2900mm, a body length between 4500mm and 4900mm, and an engine displacement from 1.8L to 2.4L. Mid-size cars are also referred to as B-segment cars. The Camry is built on the new TNGA platform, with body dimensions of 4900mm in length, 1840mm in width, and 1455mm in height, and a wheelbase of 2825mm. In terms of powertrain, the Camry is equipped with three main powertrain options: TNGA 2.5L HEV, TNGA 2.5L, and TNGA 2.0L. It offers a total of ten models across three series: Luxury, Sport, and Hybrid.
I've been driving for many years and have a good understanding of vehicle classifications. The Camry is indeed considered a B-segment car, as its moderate size, with a length between 4.8 to 5 meters and a wheelbase around 2.8 meters, perfectly fits the mid-size sedan standard. In terms of market positioning, it is often grouped with the Honda Accord or Volkswagen Passat, all being affordable mid-level cars. I've driven the Camry a few times—the interior space is spacious enough for a family of five without feeling cramped, and the trunk has ample room for luggage and shopping bags. The powertrain usually features a 1.5 or 2.0-liter engine, not overly powerful but more than sufficient for city commuting, with decent fuel consumption averaging around 8 liters per 100 km. The downside is that the interior design leans conservative, which younger drivers might find less stylish, but it offers good durability and low maintenance costs, making it suitable for family or business use. Overall, it solidly represents the B-segment category.
