2009 Toyota Camry MPG
The 2009 Toyota Camry gets 19–21 mpg in the city and 28–31 on the highway (23–25 combined), across the 3 gasoline versions the EPA rated.
The most efficient pairs the 2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine with an automatic transmission and front-wheel drive, at 25 mpg combined. At the other end, the 3.5-liter 6-cylinder engine with an automatic transmission and front-wheel drive manages 23 mpg combined, 2 mpg less. The EPA also rated a hybrid version, the best at 34 mpg combined. That matches the best gasoline version of the 2008 model.
.jpg){kind=link}
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camry Hybrid | 2.4 L 4-cyl hybrid | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 33 | 34 | 34 | Regular · 261 g CO₂/mi |
| Camry | 2.4 L 4-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 | 31 | 25 | Regular · 355 g CO₂/mi |
| Camry | 2.4 L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 | 31 | 25 | Regular · 355 g CO₂/mi |
| Camry | 3.5 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 19 | 28 | 23 | Regular · 386 g CO₂/mi |
2009 Toyota Camry fuel cost per year
Driving 15,000 miles a year on regular gasoline at the September 2026 U.S. average of $4.36 a gallon, the 2009 Toyota Camry costs about $2,610 a year to fuel in its most efficient form (25 mpg combined), or roughly 17 cents a mile.
The thirstiest priced version (23 mpg combined) comes to about $2,840 a year, $230 more.
This is an estimate from EPA combined mpg and the EIA national average price; your cost depends on how and where you drive and on local prices.
2009 Toyota Camry specs
The EPA lists 3 engine choices for the 2009 Toyota Camry: 2.4 L 4-cyl, 2.4 L 4-cyl hybrid and 3.5 L 6-cyl. It came with automatic, continuously variable (CVT) and manual transmissions, with front-wheel drive. For fuel-economy purposes it sits in the EPA's "Midsize Cars" class.
| Engine size (L) | Cylinders | Transmissions | Drive | Versions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4 L | 4 | Automatic 5-spd; Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 2 |
| 2.4 L hybrid | 4 | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 1 |
| 3.5 L | 6 | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 1 |
2009 Toyota Camry problems
As of October 2026, NHTSA (the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) holds 1,411 owner complaints about the 2009 Toyota Camry.
Vehicle speed control is the most-reported area (16% of component mentions), followed by structure (13%) and engine (12%).
Spread over its time on sale, that is 78 complaints a year: more than the 2008 (57 a year) and the 2010 (36 a year).
That ranks 2nd of 17 Toyota Camry model years (2008–2024), counting from the most complaints per year.
Of the 1,411, 160 mention a crash, 22 a fire and 69 an injury.
| Component | Mentions | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle speed control | 287 | 16% |
| Structure | 240 | 13% |
| Engine | 219 | 12% |
| Unknown or other | 183 | 10% |
| Service brakes | 108 | 6% |
| Visibility/wiper | 100 | 6% |
| Electrical system | 93 | 5% |
| Air bags | 73 | 4% |
| Suspension | 72 | 4% |
| Power train | 54 | 3% |
| Steering | 50 | 3% |
| Hydraulic service brakes | 49 | 3% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 48 | 3% |
| Visibility | 37 | 2% |
| Electronic stability control (esc) | 27 | 2% |
| Tires | 25 | 1% |
| Exterior lighting | 20 | 1% |
| Equipment | 14 | <1% |
| Wheels | 14 | <1% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 12 | <1% |
| Seat belts | 12 | <1% |
| Seats | 12 | <1% |
| Electric service brakes | 11 | <1% |
| Equipment adaptive/mobility | 6 | <1% |
| Gasoline fuel system | 6 | <1% |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 4 | <1% |
| Other fuel system | 3 | <1% |
| Child seat | 2 | <1% |
| Parking brake | 2 | <1% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 1 | <1% |
| Interior lighting | 1 | <1% |
| Lane departure | 1 | <1% |
| Air service brakes | 1 | <1% |
What owners told NHTSA
We (my wife and I) were driving our vehicle Sunday November 5th 2023 in the morning and experienced a serious issue. …
The contact owns a 2009 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at various speeds, there was a glare coming from the dashboard, making it difficult to see out the windshield while driving. …
The contact owns a 2009 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that the vehicle jerked while accelerating from a complete stop. Additionally, the vehicle intermittently failed to start, with the ABS warning light displayed on the instrument panel. …
2009 Toyota Camry recalls
The 2009 Toyota Camry has been the subject of 10 recall campaigns.
The most recent, campaign 16V396000 from June 2016, concerns seats.
Seats account for 3 of the 10 campaigns, more than any other area.
15V689000 · October 22, 2015 · Visibility
Problem: During the manufacturing of the Power Window Master Switch (PWMS), grease lubricant may have been inconsistently applied to the sliding electrical contacts.
Risk: If the sliding electrical contacts are not protected by lubricant, debris and moisture that get into the switch may cause a short circuit and the switch assembly may overheat and melt, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the switch, applying a lubricant if no abnormality is found.
12V091000 · March 7, 2012 · Exterior lighting
Problem: DURING ASSEMBLY OF THE CONTACT-TYPE STOP LAMP SWITCH, SILICONE GREASE MAY HAVE COME IN CONTACT WITH THE SURFACE OF THE SWITCH WHICH COULD CAUSE CONTACT RESISTANCE. IF THIS OCCURS, WARNING LAMPS COULD ILLUMINATE, A NO START CONDITION COULD RESULT, THE SHIFT LEVER MAY NOT SHIFT FROM THE PARK POSITION, OR THE VEHICLES BRAKE LIGHTS COULD BECOME INOPERATIVE.
Risk: INOPERATIVE BRAKE LIGHTS WOULD NOT WARN OTHER DRIVERS THAT THE VEHICLE IS SLOWING OR STOPPING, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: TOYOTA WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE STOP LAMP SWITCH, FREE OF CHARGE.
| Campaign | Reported | Component | Camry years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16V396000 | June 2, 2016 | Seats | 2008–2010 |
| 14V743000 | November 19, 2014 | Seats | 2008–2011 |
| 13V014000 | January 16, 2013 | Seats, Air bags | 2009–2012 |
| 12V491000 | October 10, 2012 | Visibility | 2008–2009 |
| 10V035000 | February 3, 2010 | Equipment | 2008–2010 |
| 10V036000 | February 3, 2010 | Equipment | 2008–2011 |
| 10V017000 | January 21, 2010 | Vehicle speed control | 2008–2010 |
| 09V388000 | October 5, 2009 | Vehicle speed control | 2008–2010 |
Safety ratings
NHTSA has not published 5-star crash ratings for the 2009 Toyota Camry.
Compared with other years
Complaints per year on sale divide each model year's NHTSA complaints by the years since it went on sale, so older and newer Toyota Camrys can be compared fairly. Among other 2009 models in the EPA's midsize cars class, the 2009 Kia Optima (25 mpg), 2009 Chevy Malibu (26 mpg) and 2009 Nissan Altima (26 mpg) come closest on combined fuel economy.
| Year | Best mpg | Complaints | Per year on sale | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 34 | 1,095 | 57 | 8 |
| 2009 | 34 | 1,411 | 78 | 10 |
| 2010 | 34 | 614 | 36 | 9 |
| 2011 | 33 | 624 | 39 | 5 |
| 2012 | 40 | 645 | 43 | 2 |
Every Toyota Camry model year compared →
Similar 2009 models
FAQ
Is the 2009 Camry a good car?
We don't rate cars, but the official data gives a picture. The 2009 Toyota Camry has 78 NHTSA complaints per year on sale (2nd most of 17 model years), 10 recall campaigns and up to 34 mpg combined from the EPA.
What are common 2009 Camry problems?
The components owners report most to NHTSA are vehicle speed control (287), structure (240) and engine (219). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many recalls does the 2009 Camry have?
NHTSA lists 10 recall campaigns. To see whether a recall is still open on a specific car, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2009 Camry get?
The EPA rates the gasoline versions at 23–25 mpg combined (19–21 city, 28–31 highway). The hybrid version reaches up to 34 mpg combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2009 Camry per year?
About $2,610 a year for 15,000 miles in its most efficient form, up to about $2,840 for the thirstiest version, using EPA mpg and the September 2026 U.S. average regular gasoline price of $4.36 a gallon (EIA).