1998 Toyota Camry Research & Reviews

Overview & Reviews

Average Score

4.41/5 Average
135 Total Reviews
This Year's Model Updates:

Side-impact airbags debut on the 1998 Toyota Camry. Depowered front airbags further enhance this car's ability to protect its occupants in a crash. An engine immobilizer feature is now part of the theft-deterrent package.

Pros:
  • Reliable, well-built, and comfortable, the 1998 Toyota Camry is one of the best entrants in the mid-size family sedan market.
Cons:
  • Boring shape. Suspension is too soft.

User Reviews:

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  • My Fourth Camry - 1998 Toyota Camry
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    Have owned an 86,90,93(now owned by daughter w/153K miles) and now a 98.Im sold on Camrys!!Estimated total mileage on those cars is 400,000+ I could not ask for better reliability.I laugh to myself when I hear the "I buy only American cars!" crowd bemoan the failure of major components after low milege. Ive "sold" lots of folks on Camrys. Little known fact, the name comes from the Japanese words Kam Murri meaning "Crown" Bought 98 with 91K miles on it and have driven 25K trouble free miles in a year.

  • Still good - 1998 Toyota Camry
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    I bought this 10 days back with 110k on the odometer. I was reluctant since it is already 11 years old but surprised to see it runs great! The noise is very less when compared to other cars. Mileage is excellent. I think it gives around 25 per gallon still on city roads.

  • Rock Soilid Dependability! - 1998 Toyota Camry
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    Ive owned my 98 Camry for 12 years. Bought it with 54K as a between cars vehicle. This thing has been nothing shy of amazing and hands down the most dependable vehicle I have ever owned! Nothing fancy here, but everything works as it should and as long as the A/C and Cruise Control continue to work, Ill be hard pressed to sell it. Other than radiator, struts and routine maintenance, everything on this car is original and works great! Even the paint has held up well, every time I wash it, I feel like its 1998 all over again. Ive recently taken this vehicle on two long distance trips and it handled flawlessly. Cant go wrong with Toyota reliability.

  • The wonderful Camry - 1998 Toyota Camry
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    This car is the best car I have ever owned. It is an attractive and comfortable car and has been extremely reliable. Its very well built and is surprisingly economical with gas for the size car it is. I would recommend it to anyone.

  • Flawless after 4 years - 1998 Toyota Camry
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    We have now logged 82000 miles on our Camry. It still drives as smooth as the day driven off the dealrship lot ( maybe even better after replacing original tires with Michelins). Still on original set of brakes. This is a great family sedan with plenty of room for 5 adults. Huge trunk! This car is a testament to Toyotas commitment to building quality vehicles that will run forever. Toyota has earned my business for many years to come.

  • Second Time Owning A Camry! - 1998 Toyota Camry
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    I first purchased a 2001 Toyota Camry LE back in 2012, when I was 16. It drove comfortably, handled perfectly, and performed 5 star rating worthy. About three months into owning the car, I actually totaled it. I was hit by a 2013 GMC Yukon that was going 65 mph down a residential speed road and t-boned me. I walked out of that accident with bruises and aches, nothing else. My Camry TOTALED that BRAND NEW YUKON! What does that say about a Toyota Camry? Everything. I now am in college and I bought a 1999 Toyota Camry LE, because I knew that the Toyota Camry was reliable and worthy of a second run around. The car runs, drives, handles, and performs altogether... yet the same! I cannot complain, and if anyone is looking to buy a reliable, first time car, or a car for a college student who cannot afford something newer, then this is the car for you. The gas mileage is better than the site says, my car can drive to Tallahassee and almost all the way back without needing gas. That is not an exaggeration, and the insurance is inexpensive! Great car, and I definitely suggest buying this car.

  • the best car ever made - 1998 Toyota Camry
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    i have had this car for 14 years and have not had any problems with this car its super quiet as if i just bought it its really fast to be a 4 cylinder car the stock speakers sound great and its the best car to get for anyone and i would really like how the new camrys have improved from mine since its such a reliable car and well put together to. it also has 291,003 miles on it and it still drives like new.

  • Ho Hum for a Camry - 1998 Toyota Camry
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    This car has been a let down. The Camry,s before and after seem better. The brakes are peculiar and feel almost unreliable, the interior is downright unattractive and very prone to dirt, there is tremendous roll in the turns, the air and heat almost stop working unless the car is moving. Not up to Camry standards

  • 98 LE 4cyl - 1998 Toyota Camry
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    Great Car other than regular maintenance no issues with it. Its clear that the people who rated this car so low DOESNT actually own one, and are just plain full of it. How could so many other people not have problems .

  • Good but not Perfect. - 1998 Toyota Camry
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    Its alright. Its pretty powerful with the 2.2 engine and all but it could definately use more horsepower than 133. Its a family sedan but it still could be fun to drive. It doesnt accelerate too fast but its a smooth ride. Id recomend this car to a Family man who wants to set a nice example to his children but has fun with the car when the wife and kids arent around. Overall Im satisfied with it for what it is.

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