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15 Factory Diesel Sedans That Sounded Like Tractors but Refused to Die

8. Toyota Camry Diesel (XV10)

8. Toyota Camry Diesel (XV10)
“An exceptionally durable Toyota Camry diesel, the iconic XV10 sedan, gleams under the city lights.” | Image source: google

The diesel-powered variant of the popular Toyota Camry XV10 may have sounded more like farm equipment than a refined sedan, but its mechanical resilience was unmatched.
Primarily marketed in Asia and Australia, the Camry Diesel quickly became synonymous with durability and ease of maintenance, despite its unmistakable diesel clatter.
Powered by Toyota’s robust 2C-T diesel engine, these sedans regularly achieved extraordinary mileage figures, with many units easily surpassing 300,000 miles without significant issues.
Today, the XV10 Camry Diesel remains a respected model among enthusiasts and practical drivers alike, admired for proving that longevity and reliability could coexist with a distinctively noisy soundtrack.

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