In 2010, the Camry lineup offered two gasoline engines and a hybrid option: a 2.5-liter four-cylinder and a 3.5-liter V6 for standard gas models, plus a hybrid powertrain that combines a 2.4-liter Atkinson-cycle engine with electric motors.
Engine options in the 2010 Camry
The primary engine configurations for the 2010 Camry were divided into gasoline options and a dedicated hybrid powertrain. The listings below summarize the core specs for each configuration.
Gasoline engines
The Camry's gasoline-only lineup included two main engines, chosen by trim and market.
- 2.5-liter inline-4 engine (2AR-FE) — 179 horsepower and about 171 lb-ft of torque; paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission; used on most LE/SE/XLE trims.
- 3.5-liter V6 engine (2GR-FE) — 268 horsepower and about 248 lb-ft of torque; paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission; available on higher trims (e.g., SE/XLE).
Gasoline Camry models offer a choice between the efficient four-cylinder and the stronger V6, with the V6 typically reserved for higher-end trims or markets that prioritize performance.
Hybrid powertrain
The Camry Hybrid integrates a dedicated gasoline engine with an electric motor to boost efficiency and smoothness.
- 2.4-liter Atkinson-cycle engine (2AZ-FXE) — approximately 147 horsepower from the gasoline engine, combined with an electric motor for a total system output around 187 horsepower; uses a nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) battery and a CVT for the hybrid system.
The hybrid configuration focuses on fuel economy and refined operation, appealing to buyers prioritizing efficiency over outright performance.
Summary
In the 2010 Camry lineup, buyers could choose between a 2.5L four-cylinder (179 hp) or a 3.5L V6 (268 hp) for gasoline models, or opt for the Camry Hybrid’s 2.4L Atkinson-cycle engine with electric motors for a combined ~187 hp. Engine availability varied by trim and market.