The Toyota Camry has long been synonymous with reliability and practicality, and the 2019 Toyota Camry Se continues this tradition while adding a sporty edge to the mix. For prospective buyers, safety is paramount, and understanding the safety ratings of the 2019 Camry SE is crucial in making an informed decision. This article delves into the comprehensive safety evaluations conducted on the 2018-2024 Toyota Camry models, providing insights into how the 2019 SE trim performs in various crash tests and safety assessments.
Based on evaluations by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), the Toyota Camry, including models like the 2019 SE, showcases robust safety performance across multiple categories. Let’s break down these ratings to understand the specific strengths and areas of note regarding the safety of the 2019 Toyota Camry SE.
Small Overlap Front Crash Test: Driver-Side
The small overlap front crash test simulates a collision where only a small portion of the vehicle’s front end (driver-side in this case) impacts an object. For the Toyota Camry models ranging from 2018 to 2024, the driver-side small overlap frontal rating is based on tests conducted by Toyota and evaluated by the IIHS.
| Evaluation criteria | Rating |
|---|---|
| Structure and safety cage | G |
| Driver injury measures | |
| Head/neck | G |
| Chest | G |
| Hip/thigh | G |
| Lower leg/foot | G |
| Driver restraints and dummy kinematics | G |
The ratings indicate a Good performance across all evaluation criteria for the driver in a small overlap front crash. This includes the structural integrity of the safety cage and minimal risk of injury to the head, neck, chest, hip, thigh, lower leg, and foot. The driver restraints and dummy kinematics also received a Good rating, signifying effective occupant control during this type of collision.
Technical measurements from the driver-side test provide further details:
| Evaluation criteria | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Lower occupant compartment | |
| Lower hinge pillar max (cm) | 2 |
| Footrest (cm) | 2 |
| Left toepan (cm) | 2 |
| Brake pedal (cm) | 2 |
| Parking brake (cm) | 4 |
| Rocker panel lateral average (cm) | 0 |
| Upper occupant compartment | |
| Steering column | 0 |
| Upper hinge pillar max (cm) | 1 |
| Upper dash (cm) | 1 |
| Lower instrument panel (cm) | 2 |
These measurements reflect minimal intrusion into the occupant compartment, which is crucial for maintaining survival space in a crash.
Driver injury measures were also meticulously recorded:
| Evaluation criteria | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Head | |
| HIC-15 | 157 |
| Peak gs at hard contact | no contact |
| Neck | |
| Tension (kN) | 0.9 |
| Extension bending moment (Nm) | 4 |
| Maximum Nij | 0.14 |
| Chest maximum compression (mm) | 22 |
| Femur (kN) | |
| Left | 0.5 |
| Right | 0.3 |
| Knee displacement (mm) | |
| Left | 0 |
| Right | 0 |
| Knee-thigh-hip injury risk (%) | |
| Left | 0 |
| Right | 0 |
| Maximum tibia index | |
| Left | 0.35 |
| Right | 0.42 |
| Tibia axial force (kN) | |
| Left | 2.0 |
| Right | 0.9 |
| Foot acceleration (g) | |
| Left | 59 |
| Right | 34 |
These detailed metrics indicate low injury risk for the driver in a driver-side small overlap frontal crash scenario for the 2019 Toyota Camry SE and similar models.
Small Overlap Front Crash Test: Passenger-Side
The passenger-side small overlap test evaluates the vehicle’s ability to protect the passenger in a similar frontal collision, but on the opposite side. Again, the rating applies to the 2018-2024 Toyota Camry models.
| Evaluation criteria | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall evaluation | G |
| Structure and safety cage | G |
| Passenger injury measures | |
| Head/neck | G |
| Chest | G |
| Hip/thigh | G |
| Lower leg/foot | G |
| Passenger restraints and dummy kinematics | A |
| Driver injury measures | |
| Head/neck | G |
| Chest | G |
| Hip/thigh | G |
| Lower leg/foot | G |
| Driver restraints and dummy kinematics | G |
The 2019 Toyota Camry SE demonstrates a Good overall evaluation in the passenger-side small overlap test. The structure and safety cage held up well (Good), and passenger injury measures for head/neck, chest, hip/thigh, and lower leg/foot were all rated Good. However, passenger restraints and dummy kinematics received an Acceptable rating. The report notes that while the dummy’s face remained in contact with the frontal airbag, the head moved too far to the right, towards the gap between the frontal and side curtain airbags. Despite this, the side curtain airbag deployed effectively, providing sufficient forward coverage. Driver injury measures remained Good across the board in this test as well.
Technical measurements for the passenger-side test reveal the extent of occupant compartment intrusion:
| Evaluation criteria | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Lower occupant compartment | |
| Lower hinge pillar max (cm) | 4 |
| Footrest (cm) | 9 |
| Right toepan (cm) | 4 |
| Center toepan (cm) | 3 |
| Rocker panel lateral average (cm) | 1 |
| Upper occupant compartment | |
| Center dash (cm) | 2 |
| Upper hinge pillar max (cm) | 3 |
| Upper dash (cm) | 4 |
| Right lower dash (cm) | 3 |
Intrusion is slightly more pronounced on the passenger side compared to the driver side, particularly in the footrest area, but overall, the survival space is well-maintained.
Passenger and driver injury measurements for the passenger-side small overlap test are detailed below:
| Evaluation criteria | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Passenger Head | |
| HIC-15 | 189 |
| Peak gs at hard contact | no contact |
| Passenger Neck | |
| Tension (kN) | 1.1 |
| Extension bending moment (Nm) | 12 |
| Maximum Nij | 0.25 |
| Passenger Chest maximum compression (mm) | 21 |
| Passenger Femur (kN) | |
| Left | 0.9 |
| Right | 0.9 |
| Passenger Knee displacement (mm) | |
| Left | 3 |
| Right | 3 |
| Passenger Knee-thigh-hip injury risk (%) | |
| Left | 0 |
| Right | 0 |
| Passenger Maximum tibia index | |
| Left | 0.27 |
| Right | 0.33 |
| Passenger Tibia axial force (kN) | |
| Left | 2.4 |
| Right | 1.9 |
| Passenger Foot acceleration (g) | |
| Left | 44 |
| Right | 53 |
| Driver Head | |
| HIC-15 | 126 |
| Peak gs at hard contact | no contact |
| Driver Neck | |
| Tension (kN) | 0.9 |
| Extension bending moment (Nm) | 10 |
| Maximum Nij | 0.16 |
| Driver Chest maximum compression (mm) | 31 |
| Driver Femur (kN) | |
| Left | 0.6 |
| Right | 0.5 |
| Driver Knee displacement (mm) | |
| Left | 0 |
| Right | 0 |
| Driver Knee-thigh-hip injury risk (%) | |
| Left | 0 |
| Right | 0 |
| Driver Maximum tibia index | |
| Left | 0.34 |
| Right | 0.23 |
| Driver Tibia axial force (kN) | |
| Left | 1.2 |
| Right | 0.9 |
| Driver Foot acceleration (g) | |
| Left | 41 |
| Right | 37 |
These measurements suggest a low risk of significant injuries for both the passenger and driver in a passenger-side small overlap frontal crash for the 2019 Toyota Camry SE.
Moderate Overlap Front Crash Test: Original Test
In the moderate overlap front test, a larger portion of the vehicle’s front end impacts a barrier. The 2019 Toyota Camry SE, as part of the 2018-2024 model range, received a Good rating in all aspects of this test.
| Evaluation criteria | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall evaluation | G |
| Structure and safety cage | G |
| Driver injury measures | |
| Head/neck | G |
| Chest | G |
| Leg/foot, left | G |
| Leg/foot, right | G |
| Driver restraints and dummy kinematics | G |
The 2019 Toyota Camry SE again demonstrates Good performance in structural integrity and safety cage design, along with Good ratings for driver injury measures across head, neck, chest, and legs/feet. Driver restraints and dummy kinematics are also rated as Good, indicating effective occupant protection in a moderate overlap frontal collision.
Technical measurements from this test are as follows:
| Evaluation criteria | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Footwell intrusion | |
| Footrest (cm) | 5 |
| Left (cm) | 7 |
| Center (cm) | 6 |
| Right (cm) | 3 |
| Brake pedal (cm) | 3 |
| Instrument panel rearward movement | |
| Left (cm) | 1 |
| Right (cm) | 1 |
| Steering column movement | |
| Upward (cm) | -1 |
| Rearward (cm) | -6 |
| A-pillar rearward movement (cm) | 1 |
These measurements indicate controlled deformation and minimal intrusion into the driver’s footwell and occupant space.
Driver injury measures for the moderate overlap front test are detailed below:
| Evaluation criteria | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Head | |
| HIC-15 | 204 |
| Peak gs at hard contact | no contact |
| Neck | |
| Tension (kN) | 1.0 |
| Extension bending moment (Nm) | 21 |
| Maximum Nij | 0.27 |
| Chest maximum compression (mm) | 26 |
| Legs | |
| Femur force – left (kN) | 1.1 |
| Femur force – right (kN) | 1.3 |
| Knee displacement – left (mm) | 0 |
| Knee displacement – right (mm) | 0 |
| Maximum tibia index – left | 0.31 |
| Maximum tibia index – right | 0.51 |
| Tibia axial force – left (kN) | 2.5 |
| Tibia axial force – right (kN) | 2.5 |
| Foot acceleration (g) | |
| Left | 69 |
| Right | 39 |
These metrics are within acceptable ranges, indicating low risks of significant injuries in a moderate overlap frontal crash for the 2019 Toyota Camry SE.
Side Impact Tests: Original and Updated
The side impact tests evaluate occupant protection in side collisions. The IIHS conducts both original and updated side impact tests. The original test applies to 2018-23 models, while the updated test applies to 2018-23 models built before February 2023.
Side: Original Test
| Evaluation criteria | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall evaluation | G |
| Structure and safety cage | G |
| Driver injury measures | |
| Head/neck | G |
| Torso | G |
| Pelvis/leg | G |
| Driver head protection | G |
| Rear passenger injury measures | |
| Head/neck | G |
| Torso | G |
| Pelvis/leg | G |
| Rear passenger head protection | G |
In the original side impact test, the 2019 Toyota Camry SE achieved a Good rating across all categories, for both driver and rear passenger injury measures, and head protection.
Technical measurements for the original side test (driver side intrusion):
| Test ID | VTS1712 |
|---|---|
| B-pillar to longitudinal centerline of driver’s seat (cm) | -22.0 |
This negative value indicates that the crush stopped short of the driver’s seat centerline, showing good structural resistance.
Driver injury measures from the original side test:
| Evaluation criteria | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Head HIC-15 | 334 |
| Neck Tension (kN) | 0.9 |
| Neck Compression (kN) | 0.2 |
| Shoulder Lateral deflection (mm) | 29 |
| Shoulder Lateral force (kN) | 1.2 |
| Torso Maximum deflection (mm) | 30 |
| Torso Average deflection (mm) | 28 |
| Torso Maximum deflection rate (m/s) | 3.60 |
| Torso Maximum viscous criterion (m/s) | 0.34 |
| Pelvis Iliac force (kN) | 1.3 |
| Pelvis Acetabulum force (kN) | 1.4 |
| Pelvis Combined force (kN) | 2.6 |
| Left femur L-M force (kN) | 0.4 |
| Left femur L-M moment (Nm) | 50 |
| Left femur A-P moment (Nm) | 122 |
Passenger injury measures from the original side test:
| Evaluation criteria | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Head HIC-15 | 151 |
| Neck Tension (kN) | 0.1 |
| Neck Compression (kN) | 0.5 |
| Shoulder Lateral deflection (mm) | 22 |
| Shoulder Lateral force (kN) | 0.9 |
| Torso Maximum deflection (mm) | 26 |
| Torso Average deflection (mm) | 23 |
| Torso Maximum deflection rate (m/s) | 3.90 |
| Torso Maximum viscous criterion (m/s) | 0.22 |
| Pelvis Iliac force (kN) | 0.9 |
| Pelvis Acetabulum force (kN) | 1.0 |
| Pelvis Combined force (kN) | 1.7 |
| Left femur L-M force (kN) | 0.2 |
| Left femur L-M moment (Nm) | 31 |
| Left femur A-P moment (Nm) | 89 |
These measurements indicate low injury risks for both driver and rear passenger in the original side impact test scenario for the 2019 Toyota Camry SE.
Side: Updated Test
The updated side impact test is more rigorous. For the 2019 Toyota Camry SE models built before February 2023, the rating is Poor overall.
| Evaluation criteria | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall evaluation | P |
| Structure and safety cage | A |
| Driver injury measures | |
| Head/neck | G |
| Torso | M |
| Pelvis | M |
| Driver head protection | M |
| Rear passenger injury measures | |
| Head/neck | G |
| Torso | A |
| Pelvis | P |
| Rear passenger head protection | G |
While the structure and safety cage were rated Acceptable, and head/neck injury measures for both driver and rear passenger were Good, other critical areas received lower ratings. Driver torso and pelvis injury measures, along with driver head protection, were rated Marginal. Rear passenger torso was Acceptable, and rear passenger pelvis was Poor. The driver head protection was specifically noted as inadequate, with the dummy’s head moving past the side curtain airbag and hitting the window sill.
Technical measurements for the updated side test (driver side intrusion):
| Test ID | CES2215 |
|---|---|
| B-pillar to longitudinal centerline of driver’s seat (cm) | -15.5 |
Driver injury measures from the updated side test:
| Evaluation criteria | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Head HIC-15 | 391 |
| Peak gs at hard contact | 82 |
| Neck Tension (kN) | 1.8 |
| Neck Compression (kN) | 0.2 |
| Shoulder Lateral deflection (mm) | 47 |
| Shoulder Lateral force (kN) | 1.5 |
| Torso Maximum deflection (mm) | 41 |
| Torso Average deflection (mm) | 39 |
| Torso Maximum deflection rate (m/s) | 3.61 |
| Torso Maximum viscous criterion (m/s) | 0.68 |
| Pelvis Combined force (kN) | 5.7 |
Passenger injury measures from the updated side test:
| Evaluation criteria | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Head HIC-15 | 168 |
| Peak gs at hard contact | no contact |
| Neck Tension (kN) | 0.4 |
| Neck Compression (kN) | 0.4 |
| Shoulder Lateral deflection (mm) | 25 |
| Shoulder Lateral force (kN) | 1.3 |
| Torso Maximum deflection (mm) | 32 |
| Torso Average deflection (mm) | 29 |
| Torso Maximum deflection rate (m/s) | 2.57 |
| Torso Maximum viscous criterion (m/s) | 0.37 |
| Pelvis Combined force (kN) | 6.1 |
These measurements highlight higher injury measures in the updated, more stringent side impact test compared to the original test, particularly for the driver. It’s important to note the “Poor” overall rating in the updated side test for 2019 Toyota Camry SE models built before February 2023.
Roof Strength
The roof strength test assesses the roof’s ability to withstand forces in a rollover crash. The 2019 Toyota Camry SE, as part of the 2018-2023 range, achieved a Good rating.
| Overall evaluation | G |
|---|---|
| Curb weight | 3,326 lbs |
| Peak force | 18,862 lbs |
| Strength-to-weight ratio | 5.67 |
A Good rating here signifies that the roof of the 2019 Toyota Camry SE can withstand more than 5 times its weight, providing good protection in rollover scenarios.
Head Restraints & Seats
평가 for head restraints and seats are crucial for whiplash protection in rear-end collisions. The 2019 Toyota Camry SE with power cloth seats received a Good overall evaluation.
| Overall evaluation | G |
|---|---|
| Dynamic rating | G |
| Seat/head restraint geometry | G |
Both dynamic rating (performance in simulated rear-end collision) and seat/head restraint geometry (design and positioning) were rated Good.
Technical measurements for head restraints & seats:
| Seat type | Power cloth seat |
|---|---|
| Backset (mm) | 20 |
| Distance below top of head (mm) | 6 |
| Pass/fail | Pass |
| Max T1 acceleration (g) | 13.8 |
| Head contact time (ms) | 63 |
| Force rating | 1 |
| Max neck shear force (N) | 0 |
| Max neck tension (N) | 281 |
These measurements confirm effective head and neck support, reducing whiplash risk in rear-end impacts for the 2019 Toyota Camry SE.
Headlights
Headlight performance is vital for nighttime driving safety. The 2019 Toyota Camry SE, in its LE, SE, L, Hybrid LE, and Hybrid SE trim levels, comes with LED projector headlights that received an Acceptable rating.
| Evaluation criteria | Rating |
|---|---|
| Low-beam headlight type | LED projector |
| High-beam headlight type | LED projector |
| Curve-adaptive? | No |
| High-beam assist? | Yes |
| Overall rating | A |
While not the top “Good” rating, “Acceptable” headlights still provide adequate illumination. Low beam visibility was good on the right side of the straightaway and fair on the left. Curve visibility was good on sharp right curves, fair on gradual right and sharp left curves, and inadequate on gradual left curves. High beams offered better straightaway visibility (good on right, fair on left) but were inadequate on curves. High-beam assist helps compensate for low beam limitations.
Detailed measurements for these headlights:
| LOW BEAMS | Average minimum useful illumination distance (5 lux) | Amount glare exceeded threshold |
|---|---|---|
| Straightaway right edge | 96.8 m | None |
| Straightaway left edge | 51.0 m | None |
| 250m radius right curve, right edge | 62.3 m | None |
| 250m radius left curve, right edge | 44.9 m | None |
| 150m radius right curve, right edge | 56.2 m | None |
| 150m radius left curve, left edge | 48.8 m | None |
| HIGH BEAMS | Average minimum useful illumination distance (5 lux) |
|---|---|
| Straightaway right edge | 138.5 m |
| Straightaway left edge | 122.8 m |
| 250m radius right curve, right edge | 66.1 m |
| 250m radius left curve, left edge | 62.4 m |
| 150m radius right curve, right edge | 55.6 m |
| 150m radius left curve, left edge | 52.8 m |
Front Crash Prevention: Vehicle-to-Vehicle and Pedestrian
The 2019 Toyota Camry SE comes standard with Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection.
Vehicle-to-Vehicle Front Crash Prevention
For vehicle-to-vehicle front crash prevention, the 2019-2020 Toyota Camry models achieved a Superior rating.
| Overall evaluation | Superior |
|---|---|
| Forward collision warning | Meets requirements |
| 12 mph test | Collision avoided |
| 25 mph test | Collision avoided |
The system successfully avoided collisions in both 12 mph and 25 mph tests, demonstrating excellent vehicle-to-vehicle front crash prevention capabilities for the 2019 Toyota Camry SE.
Pedestrian Front Crash Prevention (Day)
For pedestrian front crash prevention (daytime), the 2019-2020 Toyota Camry models achieved an Advanced rating.
| Overall evaluation | Advanced |
|---|---|
| Crossing child – 12 mph test | Impact speed reduced by 6 mph |
| Crossing child – 25 mph test | Impact speed reduced by 6 mph |
| Crossing adult – 12 mph test | Collision avoided |
| Crossing adult – 25 mph test | Collision avoided |
| Parallel adult – 25 mph test | Collision avoided |
| Parallel adult – 37 mph test | Impact speed reduced by 15 mph, warning issued 1.1 seconds before impact |
The system performed well in pedestrian detection, avoiding collisions in most scenarios and significantly reducing impact speed in others, earning an “Advanced” rating for the 2019 Toyota Camry SE’s pedestrian front crash prevention system.
Child Seat Anchors (LATCH)
Child seat anchor ease of use is important for families. The 2019 Toyota Camry SE received a Good + extra LATCH positions rating for its LATCH system.
| Overall evaluation | G + extra LATCH positions |
|---|---|
| Vehicle trim | LE (representative of SE) |
| Seat type | cloth |
The 2019 Toyota Camry SE has 2 rear seating positions with complete LATCH hardware and an additional position with a tether anchor and ability to borrow lower anchors, offering flexibility for child seat installation. The lower anchors are easy to find and use.
Conclusion
The 2019 Toyota Camry SE demonstrates strong safety performance, earning mostly “Good” ratings across various IIHS crash tests. It excels in front crash scenarios (small and moderate overlap), roof strength, head restraints, and front crash prevention (vehicle-to-vehicle). While the original side impact test rating is “Good,” the updated, more rigorous side impact test resulted in a “Poor” overall rating, particularly concerning for driver protection in models built before February 2023. Headlights are rated “Acceptable,” and pedestrian front crash prevention is “Advanced.” Child seat LATCH system is rated “Good+” for ease of use.
For buyers considering a 2019 Toyota Camry SE, these safety ratings provide a comprehensive overview of its crashworthiness and safety technology. While the updated side impact test is a point of consideration, the Camry SE generally offers a high level of safety for its occupants, especially in frontal and rollover crashes, and with its advanced front crash prevention systems. Always consider the build date of the vehicle in relation to the updated side impact test results and weigh these factors in your purchase decision.
