Toyota had not introduced TRD Sportivo
versions of their cars during launch, and some of its most popular models in
Thailand are yet to receive the TRD Sportivo treatment. The new Camry was
launched in October 2018 without one, but here it is, the Toyota Camry TRD
Sportivo.
The Camry TRD Sportivo builds on the already bold
and sporty image of the latest Camry. The bodykit is fronted by a very
prominent front bumper spoiler – the chin juts out significantly over the
standard car’s. The lip portion is two-tone and there’s a TRD Sportivo emblem
in the middle. There’s also a front grille garnish that can be had in silver or
black – the red car here gets the latter.
The sides and rear get side skirts and rear bumper
extensions in a matching two-tone. The back end is further garnished with an
elaborate trunk lid spoiler that resembles those used on hot hatches. The items
are available a’la carte from Thai Toyota dealers in black, silver or
unpainted.
The red showcar here is a Camry TRD Sportivo wearing
the full catalogue of optional accessories for the D-segment sedan. Some of it
are pretty (18-inch two-tone rims), some are useful (dashcam, puddle lamps,
kick-to-open boot function, air lumbar support), while others are garish (rear
bumper upper protector, “kevlar” door handle protectors).
The Camry is available in Thailand in 2.0G, 2.5G,
2.5 Hybrid and 2.5 Hybrid Premium variants, priced from 1.445 million baht to 1.799 million baht. The base car is powered by a 2.0
litre naturally aspirated unit with 167 PS/199 Nm, paired with a six-speed
automatic transmission. The 2.5L comes with a Dynamic Force engine with 209
PS/250 Nm, mated to an eight-speed auto. The Hybrid range topper combines a
2.5L petrol engine (178 PS/221 Nm) with a 120 PS/202 Nm electric motor for a
total system output of 211 PS.
