What is the history of the Camry?
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The history of the Camry can be traced back to 1970 when Toyota introduced a compact car called the Carina, which shared a platform with the Toyota Celica sports car. By 1977, the second-generation Toyota Carina was released. On January 23, 1980, Toyota launched a four-door sedan based on the second-generation Carina, named the Celica-Camry, which became the predecessor of the Camry. First Generation Camry (1982-1986): In 1980, the second oil crisis erupted, increasing demand for economical cars. Toyota finally introduced a front-wheel-drive compact sedan in 1982, giving birth to the "Camry." The first-generation Camry, codenamed V10, marked the official independence of the Camry lineup. Second Generation Camry (1986-1991): The second-generation Toyota Camry, codenamed V20, was officially launched in Japan in 1986. This generation featured fewer sharp angles and reduced the drag coefficient to 0.34-0.4. While the car's length increased by 120mm, the width, height, and wheelbase remained unchanged. Codenamed V50 Camry (1998-2003): In July 1998, the V50 was no longer sold under the Camry name. The V50 came in two body styles: a four-door sedan and a five-door station wagon. The sedan was called the Toyota Vista, while the station wagon was named the Toyota Vista-Ardeo. Compared to the previous generation, its dimensions increased again. It was also the first model built on the new MC platform, designed for compact transverse-engine layouts. Camry XV10 (1991-1996): In 1991, Toyota introduced the XV10 series for overseas markets, marking the Camry's transition from a compact car to a midsize sedan. It was introduced to China under the name "Toyota Camry" (formerly known as "Toyota Camry"). Eighth Generation Camry (2017-Present): The all-new eighth-generation Camry was launched in China in November 2017, offering 2.0L, 2.5L naturally aspirated, and 2.5L hybrid models. It features bold exterior design, improved interior materials and craftsmanship, and significant advancements in driving dynamics.
