2011 Toyota Camry MPG
EPA ratings for the 2011 Toyota Camry run from 20–22 mpg in town to 29–32 on the highway, or 23–26 combined, depending on which of its 3 gasoline versions you look at.
The most efficient pairs the 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine with a manual transmission and front-wheel drive, at 26 mpg combined. The thirstiest version uses the 3.5-liter 6-cylinder engine with an automatic transmission and front-wheel drive and is rated 23 mpg combined. The EPA also rated a hybrid version, the best at 33 mpg combined. That matches the best gasoline version of the 2010 model.
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| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camry Hybrid | 2.4 L 4-cyl hybrid | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 31 | 35 | 33 | Regular · 269 g CO₂/mi |
| Camry | 2.5 L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 32 | 26 | Regular · 342 g CO₂/mi |
| Camry | 2.5 L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 31 | 25 | Regular · 355 g CO₂/mi |
| Camry | 3.5 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 20 | 29 | 23 | Regular · 386 g CO₂/mi |
2011 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 2011 Toyota Camry costs about $2,510 a year to fuel in its most efficient form (26 mpg combined), or roughly 17 cents a mile.
The thirstiest priced version (23 mpg combined) comes to about $2,840 a year, $330 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.
2011 Toyota Camry specs
2011 Toyota Camry buyers could choose between 3 engines, according to EPA records: 2.5 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. The EPA classes it as a midsize car.
| Engine size (L) | Cylinders | Transmissions | Drive | Versions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5 L | 4 | Manual 6-spd; Automatic (S6) | 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 |
2011 Toyota Camry problems
Owners have filed 624 complaints about the 2011 Toyota Camry with NHTSA, the U.S. vehicle-safety agency, as of October 2026.
Visibility/wiper is the most-reported area (12% of component mentions), followed by air bags (9%) and vehicle speed control (9%).
Spread over its time on sale, that is 39 complaints a year: about as many as the 2010 (36 a year) and the 2012 (43 a year).
That ranks 7th of 17 Toyota Camry model years (2008–2024), counting from the most complaints per year.
Of the 624, 111 mention a crash, 7 a fire and 73 an injury.
| Component | Mentions | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown or other | 118 | 15% |
| Visibility/wiper | 94 | 12% |
| Air bags | 73 | 9% |
| Vehicle speed control | 73 | 9% |
| Structure | 68 | 8% |
| Power train | 50 | 6% |
| Suspension | 44 | 5% |
| Engine | 38 | 5% |
| Service brakes | 37 | 5% |
| Steering | 33 | 4% |
| Electrical system | 31 | 4% |
| Visibility | 31 | 4% |
| Wheels | 24 | 3% |
| Hydraulic service brakes | 17 | 2% |
| Tires | 14 | 2% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 11 | 1% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 9 | 1% |
| Gasoline fuel system | 8 | <1% |
| Seat belts | 8 | <1% |
| Seats | 8 | <1% |
| Exterior lighting | 7 | <1% |
| Electronic stability control (esc) | 6 | <1% |
| Equipment | 5 | <1% |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 2 | <1% |
| Electric service brakes | 2 | <1% |
| Lane departure | 1 | <1% |
| Traction control system | 1 | <1% |
What owners told NHTSA
I am reporting a safety issue with my 2011 Toyota Camry. The dashboard (instrument panel) has significantly melted and degraded due to heat exposure, creating a sticky and highly reflective surface. …
Our daughter was driving our car at 40 Mph. Driver comming from other direction turned into trying to turn left. Other driver hit our car head on, left front driver side area. No airbags deployed. …
The car accelerated uncontrollably for no apparent reason. I was pulling into a parking slot, preparing to put the car in park and stop the car. All of a sudden the car accelerated and slammed into a building.
2011 Toyota Camry recalls
NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for the 2011 Toyota Camry.
The most recent, campaign 14V743000 from November 2014, concerns seats.
Equipment accounts for 2 of the 5 campaigns, more than any other area.
14V732000 · November 13, 2014 · Suspension
Problem: In the affected vehicles, the rubber boot on the front suspension lower arm ball joint may have been damaged during manufacturing. The damage could cause the boot to leak lubricant grease which could then cause the ball joint to wear and loosen prematurely.
Risk: A loosened ball joint may separate from the knuckle and could cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the ball joint, free of charge.
| Campaign | Reported | Component | Camry years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14V743000 | November 19, 2014 | Seats | 2008–2011 |
| 13V123000 | April 9, 2013 | Equipment | 2010–2011 |
| 13V014000 | January 16, 2013 | Seats, Air bags | 2009–2012 |
| 10V036000 | February 3, 2010 | Equipment | 2008–2011 |
Safety ratings
NHTSA crash-tested 2 versions of the 2011 Toyota Camry; the best overall score is 4 out of 5 stars.
The 4-door FWD Early Release version scored 3 stars overall.
| Version tested | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4-door FWD Early Release | ★★★☆☆ | ★★★☆☆ | ★★★☆☆ | ★★★★☆ |
| 4-door FWD Later Release | ★★★★☆ | ★★★☆☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ |
Crash-test photos: NHTSA (public domain). NHTSA can reuse a test for later model years of the same design.
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 2011 models in the EPA's midsize cars class, the 2011 Chevy Malibu (26 mpg), 2011 Ford Fusion (26 mpg) and 2011 Kia Optima (27 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 |
| 2013 | 40 | 301 | 21 | 2 |
| 2014 | 40 | 480 | 37 | 3 |
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FAQ
Is the 2011 Camry a good car?
We don't rate cars, but the official data gives a picture. The 2011 Toyota Camry has 39 NHTSA complaints per year on sale (7th most of 17 model years), 5 recall campaigns, a best overall crash rating of 4 stars and up to 33 mpg combined from the EPA.
What are common 2011 Camry problems?
The components owners report most to NHTSA are visibility/wiper (94), air bags (73) and vehicle speed control (73). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many recalls does the 2011 Camry have?
NHTSA lists 5 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 2011 Camry get?
The EPA rates the gasoline versions at 23–26 mpg combined (20–22 city, 29–32 highway). The hybrid version reaches up to 33 mpg combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2011 Camry per year?
About $2,510 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).