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2006 Toyota Camry Solara
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2006 Toyota Camry Solara

Available in coupe and convertible versions, the Camry Solara is a sportier, two-door version of the Camry sedan. While the ride is comfortable and well controlled, it's noticeably tauter than that of the four-door. Handling is also more nimble, though it falls short of feeling sporty. Over the years, engine choices included adequate four-cylinders and a smooth, strong V6. The Solara's cabin is well-appointed and serenely quiet, and the front seats are comfortable and supportive. The rear seat is suitable for two average-sized adults. Our tested convertible suffered from some body shake, but the top is well insulated. Rearward visibility, however, was horrible.

Market value
$4,500
Fuel
Conventional
Transmission
Manual
Seats
5
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Model year 2006
Owner rating 5/5
Reliability 3/5
Data updated December 4, 2025

At a glance

Model data

Overview

Powertrain
Conventional
Body style
convertible
Drive type
FWD
Transmission
Manual, 5-speed
Category
Sports cars 4/5-seat
Generation began
2004

Pricing

Current retail median
$4,500
Retail value range
$3,950 - $5,175
Original MSRP range
$19,530 - $30,210
Trade-in range
$1,230 - $2,125

Ratings

Road test score
71/100
Owner satisfaction
5/5
Would buy again
83%
Reliability
3/5

Fuel economy

EPA city
20 MPG
EPA highway
29 MPG
EPA combined
23 MPG
Tested city
14 MPG
Tested highway
31 MPG
Tested overall
21 MPG
Annual fuel cost
$1,865
Cruising range
385 miles

Road tests

0-30 mph
2.8 sec
0-60 mph
7.5 sec
60-0 mph braking
130 ft
Avoidance speed
50.5 mph
Test status
Test Completed

Dimensions

Length
193 in
Width
72 in
Height
56 in
Wheelbase
107 in
Weight
3,620 lb
Maximum load
755 lb
Towing capacity
0 lb

Interior

Seating
5 people
Front head room
5 in
Front leg room
40.5 in
Rear head room
4 in
Rear leg room
25 in
Luggage
2+3+0

Owner feedback

Comfort
4/5
Driving
5/5
Styling
5/5
Value
5/5

Brand context

About Toyota

Toyota mostly fulfills its reputation for building efficient and exceptionally reliable vehicles. Most of their models do well in our testing, thanks to their impressive fuel economy, comfortable rides, quiet cabins, and ease of getting in and out. All of this makes Toyotas among the best options for used vehicles. The brand was a hybrid pioneer, starting with the original Prius. Toyota has evolved and expanded that technology, and most vehicles in its lineup are available as a hybrid. Toyota also sells a number of plug-in hybrids, which were once called Prime but are now simply referred to as Plug-in. The company also knows how to add a dose of excitement into its lineup. The GR86, GR Corolla, and Supra are legit, fun-to-drive sports cars. However, some models we’ve tested have been disappointing. The company’s EV, the bZ4X SUV, is mediocre.

Vehicle ID: 4589 First published: June 19, 2020 Updated: December 4, 2025

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