The all-new, sixth-generation 2007 Toyota Camry is on its way. Since its introduction as a 1983 model, the Camry has continued to be one of the industry's best-selling passenger cars, selling more than 6.5 million units in the United States and 10 million globally.

"For the first time ever, the 2007 Camry SE addresses the need for a genuine and truly vigorous sports sedan that delivers a level of ride, steering and handling performance that rocks instead of rolls," says Keith Hathaway, Toyota Division product manager. "And for the first time ever, Camry will move boldly into the hybrid arena powered by the latest application of Toyota's Hybrid Synergy Drive system."

The new Camry was scheduled to reach dealers in March, with the hybrid version arriving in June, according to Autoweek.

The 2007 version features an interior design that is open and airy and larger in several key areas. While overall length of the 2007 Camry is unchanged from the previous model, the wheelbase is longer by more than 2 inches; legroom is 41.6 inches in front and 38.3 inches in the rear; track is increased by more than an inch, front and rear; overall width is an inch wider; and height is slightly lower at 57.5.

The new Camry will also feature several available power plants. A high-output 3.5-liter V-6 (shared with the new Avalon sedan and RAV4 SUV) produces 268 hp and 248 lbs.-ft. torque and is certified as an ultra low emissions vehicle. The V-6 Camry models transfer power to the pavement through a new six-speed automatic transmission.

A revised version of the 2.4-liter I4 will remain the most popular engine option and is also rated as an ultra low emissions vehicle. The Camry Hybrid, powered by Toyota's newest version of Hybrid Synergy Drive, delivers 192 hp, which is greater than the previous generation Camry's 3.0-liter V6. The hybrid engine is an Atkinson cycle variant of the 2.4-liter four-cylinder, supplemented by electric motor torque in the Hybrid Synergy Drive Systems and is rated as a partial zero emissions vehicle.

Inside the cabin, four unique instrument panel displays are used, one for CE and LE trim lines, one for SE, one for XLE and one for hybrid models. All feature back-lit Optitron displays and an oil-change reminder that comes on every 4,500-5,000 miles.

On XLE and hybrid models, the fully automatic dual-zone climate control includes a PlasmaCluster ion generator that produces positive and negative ion clusters whenever the air conditioner is on. The ions reduce airborne germs, mold spores and odors inside the car.

Standard safety equipment includes front-seat side-impact airbags and front-to-rear side-curtain airbags, in addition to driver and passenger front airbags and a driver's side knee airbag; four-wheel ABS and Electronic Brake Force Distribution. Vehicle Stability Control and traction control are available on all models except the hybrid, which has Vehicle Dynamic Integrated Management as standard equipment.