The 2010 Toyota Camry offered three primary powertrains: a 2.5-liter inline-four, a 3.5-liter V6, or a hybrid setup combining a 2.4-liter Atkinson-cycle engine with electric motors. The exact engine depended on trim level and market.
In more detail, the gasoline models used either the 2.5L four-cylinder or the 3.5L V6, both paired with a six-speed automatic transmission in most U.S. configurations. The Camry Hybrid used a dedicated hybrid powertrain that pairs a 2.4-liter petrol engine with electric motors and uses an electronically controlled continuously variable transmission (ECVT).
Gasoline engine options
The two gasoline-powered engines available in the 2010 Camry lineup are described below.
- 2.5-liter inline-four engine (2AR-FE). Dual overhead cams with variable valve timing (VVT-i). Output is around 179 horsepower with torque near 167–171 lb-ft, depending on measurement standards and trim.
- 3.5-liter V6 engine (2GR-FE). Dual overhead cams with VVT-i. Output about 268 horsepower and 248 lb-ft of torque.
Conclusion: In gasoline-only Camrys, these engines were typically mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission, with the V6 offering stronger performance and the four-cylinder prioritizing fuel efficiency.
Hybrid powertrain
The Camry Hybrid uses a different setup designed for efficiency. It combines a 2.4-liter Atkinson-cycle petrol engine (2AZ-FXE) with an electric motor and a battery pack, delivering a combined output around 187 horsepower. The hybrid system uses an electronically controlled CVT (ECVT) to optimize power delivery and fuel economy.
- Petrol engine: 2.4-liter Atkinson-cycle four-cylinder (2AZ-FXE) designed for higher efficiency.
- Electric motor and battery: provide supplemental power and enable regenerative braking to recharge the battery.
Conclusion: The hybrid powertrain is distinct from the gasoline options, focusing on efficiency and smooth power delivery, and it uses the ECVT instead of a traditional automatic.
Market and trim variations
Engine availability varied by market (for example, the U.S. vs. Canada vs. other regions) and by trim level. Base LE/SE models commonly used the 2.5L four-cylinder, while certain trims offered the 3.5L V6. The hybrid model appeared on several trims as a dedicated option in some markets.
Summary
For the 2010 Toyota Camry, buyers could choose among three powertrains: a 2.5-liter inline-four (2AR-FE), a 3.5-liter V6 (2GR-FE), or a hybrid setup that combines a 2.4-liter Atkinson-cycle engine with electric motors, for a combined output around 187 horsepower. Gasoline models typically used a 6-speed automatic transmission, while the hybrid used an Electronically Controlled CVT. Engine choice varied by trim and market, influencing performance and fuel economy.