Ntroduced last year, the affordable 2008 Toyota Yaris adds a sporty three-door "S" hatchback to its lineup, which shares features like 15-inch wheels, front and rear spoilers, CD/MP3 player and other upgrades with its S sedan counterpart.
As in, cheap price, cheap design, cheap materials and cheap construction. The Yaris is available as a spunky three-door hatchback coupe (liftback in Toyota-speak) or a much longer and roomier four-door sedan with more conservative styling.
This model features larger 15-inch wheels, body-color front and rear spoilers, reworked rocker panels, amber-illuminated Optitron instrumentation, upgraded seats with sport fabric, leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, a CD player with MP3 capability and other extras.
Body Styles, Trim Levels, and Options The 2008 Toyota Yaris subcompact is offered as a three-door hatchback coupe (dubbed liftback) or four-door sedan in two trim levels. Standard models are pretty basic, with 14-inch steel wheels, intermittent windshield wipers, air-conditioning, four-way adjustable front seats and a tilt steering wheel. Many model-specific package upgrades are available and include items like 15-inch alloy wheels, powered accessories, cruise control (sedan only), 60/40-split-folding rear seat (sedan), a sliding and reclining rear seat (liftback), a rear window defroster and upgraded interior trim. A full range of Toyota accessories are available to further personalize the Yaris.
EPA-estimated fuel economy with the manual transmission checks in at 29 mpg city and 36 mpg highway (35 mpg highway with the automatic).
Safety As you might expect given its entry-level price tag, popular safety features like antilock brakes, front seat-mounted side airbags and side curtain airbags are optional on the Yaris. In government crash testing, the 2008 Toyota Yaris sedan earned four stars out of five for front occupant protection during frontal impacts. The 2008 Toyota Yaris travels down the road with a reasonably solid feel.
The Toyota Land Cruiser carries over unchanged from the 2010 model year.
The 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser is an icon for Toyota, but it's also like a misfit at a high school dance. As a large SUV, the 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser is a strong choice in the segment. The 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser is a full-size luxury SUV available in just one well-appointed trim level.
Most options are bundled into the pricey Upgrade package that includes a rear spoiler, a rear-seat entertainment system, a navigation system, real-time traffic update feature, a back-up camera, wood interior trim, heated second-row seats and a center console cooler box. The 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser is powered by a 5.7-liter V8 engine that produces 381 hp and 401 lb-ft of torque.
Safety Standard safety features include antilock disc brakes (with brake assist and multi-terrain programming), stability control, front and second-row side airbags, front knee airbags, full-length side curtain airbags and active front head restraints. The 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser also receives Toyota's Safety Connect telematics system, which is similar to GM's OnStar, notifying emergency responders if the airbags deploy or if a severe rear-end collision is detected.
Driving Impressions As with previous 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser, the 2011 model has excellent off-road capability while still delivering a thoroughly comfortable ride on urban streets. When exploring the untamed wilds, the Land Cruiser's crawl control takes much of the worry out of the hands (or feet) of the driver.
Few trucks or SUVs are as well-known around the globe as the Toyota Land Cruiser. The history of the Toyota Land Cruiser dates back to the early 1950s. Soon after, Toyota gave this original "20 Series" vehicle the Land Cruiser name.
Though Toyota introduced the FJ20 to the U.S. market in 1958, it is that vehicle's replacement -- the FJ40 Land Cruiser that debuted a few years later -- that most people recognize as being the classic Land Cruiser. Modern Toyota Land Cruisers still maintain their forebears' focus on off-road ability but are now much more upscale, comfortable and accommodating.
Current Toyota Land Cruiser A six-speed automatic channels this output to all four wheels via the Land Cruiser's full-time 4WD system with selectable low-range gearing. We're guessing most 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser buyers won't mind, since this SUV still offers superior off-road capability while raising the level of luxury to new heights. Notable add-ons include a rear-seat DVD entertainment system, a navigation system and wood trim.
We also have our reservations about the Land Cruiser's lofty price, especially with desirable options.
Used Toyota Land Cruiser Models The current Toyota Land Cruiser represents the fifth generation, which was introduced for 2008. There have been no major changes since, though 2007-'09 models lacked the current model's advanced telematics system (Toyota Safety Connect) and expanded audio connectivity.
The fourth-generation Toyota Land Cruiser was produced from 1998-2007. As an option, Toyota offered an adjustable suspension system. We liked this version of the Land Cruiser -- a lot. Generally, the newer the Land Cruiser is, the more features it will have. In Edmunds.com reviews of the third-generation Toyota Land Cruiser, praise was given for its impressive off-road ability, strong engine and durable nature.
For 2011, the Toyota FJ Cruiser receives minor equipment changes, including upgraded standard audio system and better access to the rear seat, plus folding headrests for rear seat passengers.
Introduction Rear-seat ingress and egress is also awkward. As midsize SUVs go, the 2011 FJ Cruiser has formidable competition. The 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser is a midsize SUV with standard-size front doors and smaller, rear-hinge half doors. Options include a Convenience package that offers keyless entry, power side mirrors, cruise control, rear privacy glass, an auto-dimming rearview mirror and a rearview camera.
The TRD package includes 16-inch alloy wheels, all-terrain tires and off-road-biased suspension tuning. The All Terrain package (available on 4WD models) includes Bilstein shocks, a locking rear differential, active traction control and the additional gauges of the Upgrade package. FJs with manual transmissions are only available with a full-time four-wheel-drive system; models with automatic transmissions come with either two-wheel drive or a part-time 4WD system.
Safety Standard safety features include stability control, traction control, antilock disc brakes, front-seat side airbags and rollover-sensing side curtain airbags. The Toyota FJ Cruiser has not been rated using the government's new, more strenuous 2011 crash-testing procedures. In side-impact testing, front and rear passenger protection received five stars.
Front visibility is also less than optimal due to the FJ's high hood line.
With the rear seats folded, 67 cubic feet of cargo space is created.
The 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser is in its element when off-road. Notably, the FJ does not require premium fuel.
Toyota Universe announces customers will begin seeing the brand new 2011 Toyota Camry model everywhere.
Toyota Universe has the Toyota Camry, a vehicle classified as being a mid-sized four door, it continues to have one of the roomiest cabin areas in the vehicle. Toyota Universe Camry buyers will discover a mid-sized four door offering all of the features and comfort one may find in a full-sized 4 door.
All purchases of 2011 Toyota Camry The new year gets normal basic safety equipment, such as anti-lock wheels, electric brake-force distribution (EBD), braking mechanism guidance purpose along with seat-mounted air flow totes in addition to part layer air flow hand bags.
Learn more about the vehicles available from Toyota Universe by visiting Take the 2011 Toyota Camry, for example. Of course there's more to the Camry than just a bland persona. The Camry's engine choices include a respectably powerful 2.5-liter inline-4 and an ultra-smooth 268-horsepower V6 that's without question the best in the family sedan segment. Other Camry strong points include a commendable level of comfort, plenty of convenience and luxury features, and top-notch safety scores.
Body Styles, Trim Levels, and Options The 2011 Toyota Camry is a midsize four-door sedan offered in four trim levels -- base, LE, SE and XLE. The base Camry comes only with a four-cylinder engine, while the other trims offer a choice between the four-cylinder and a V6.
The base 2011 Toyota Camry features 16-inch steel wheels, air-conditioning, auto up/down windows for all four doors, a six-speaker CD audio system with an auxiliary input jack, a tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, cruise control, full power accessories and a 60/40-split-folding rear seat. The Camry LE adds keyless entry and an eight-way power driver seat.
All Camrys are front-wheel drive, and the standard engine on base, LE and XLE trim levels is a 2.5-liter four-cylinder that generates 169 hp. Fuel economy is estimated to be 22 mpg city/33 mpg highway and 26 mpg combined with the manual, while the automatic drops highway mileage slightly to 32 mpg.
Safety Every 2011 Toyota Camry comes with antilock brakes with brake assist, stability control, front-seat side airbags, full-length side curtain airbags and a driver knee airbag.
In base and LE models, the Camry's interior is straightforward and functional. The SE adds sporty interior styling cues, while the XLE raises the bar with convincing fake wood accents and an upscale feature not typically seen in this segment -- reclining rear seats.
2012 Toyota Camry interior We all know how the 2012 Toyota Camry looks like. We first saw numerous images of the new Camry under disguise then Toyota went on to release a teaser video of the car. The exterior design of the car is not what you would ‘groundbreaking’. The first interior image which is apparently of the dashboard on the new Toyota Camry looks pretty plain and practical.
Honda too has come under criticism for the new Honda Civic.Ref: The 2012 Toyota Camry leaked in video and pictures and Another new 2012 Toyota Camry teaser unveiledFact is, the 2012 Toyota Camry is scheduled for release in the fall. Toyota needs a winner to spark a return to profitability.
Assessing Toyota StockFrom technical chart perspective, Toyota stock is in a funk along with the rest of the auto sector stocks. In my opinion, if that level is broken, it will likely be the general market and global credit issues driving the stock down, not Toyota as a company.
Last month as Toyota stock was challenging a price gap at 84 level, I asked the question: Will that 2012 Toyota Camry be enough news to empower the stock through an upside gap? IntroductionThe new 2012 Toyota Camry and Camry Hybrid are set to debut in the fall of 2011. Entune is Toyota's brand-new cloud-based data system.
A Camry prototype spotted recently revealed a slightly more aggressive design, with sharper edges and intricately detailed headlights. In an official promotional video, Toyota CEO Akio Toyoda promised that this Camry "would be a remarkable car in terms of handling, safety and fuel economy."
NADAguides in its 2011 Second Quarter Car Buyer's Market Report selected six models from Toyota, Acura, Dodge, GMC and Hyundai as Top Recommended Current Buys. The vehicles that offer great values and good deals from the showroom floor are the Toyota Tacoma Double Cab V6 Manual, Toyota Venza I4 AWD, Acura TL, Dodge Challenger R/T, GMC Terrain SLE-2 and Hyundai Azera Limited. There are numerous factors influencing car shoppers today and in some cases, car research and purchasing a vehicle has become unattractive to consumers," Snyder said. The base price is $28,575 and there is a 12% first-year depreciation rate. A three-year, 36,000-mile warranty along with Toyota’s Star Safety System and a current days-supply of 53 make the Tacoma a great value. Dodge offers $1,000 bonus cash to Challenger buyers. The Hyundai Azera Limited has a 21% first-year depreciation rate, offers a $30,095 base price and comes with Hyundai’s Trade-in Value Guarantee. The NADAguides Car Buyers Market Report is the compilation of hundreds of thousands of new car data points and market information.
To determine the Top Recommended Current Buys, the NADAguides’ market analytics team develops a list of the top new cars in consideration based on first-year ownership depreciation value of 21 percent or less, competitive MSRP, manufacturer warranty, current financing incentives, safety ratings, additional product features and days-supply product availability.
Toyota Tacoma - What the Auto Press Says The 2011 Toyota Tacoma ranks 1 out of 7 Compact Pickup Trucks. Reviewers are nearly unanimous in saying that the 2011 Toyota Tacoma is one of the best compact pickup trucks you can buy. Most reviewers say that you don’t shop the compact pickup truck class if you’re looking for comfort and refinement. Reviewers like that the Tacoma offers two drivetrains, two engines, two bed sizes and three cab styles, making it easy to customize it to your needs. The Tacoma isn’t perfect.
Other Trucks to Consider Several reviewers say that the only credible alternative to the Toyota Tacoma is the Nissan Frontier. Details: Toyota Tacoma The 2011 Toyota Tacoma sees a few changes for the new model year. The Toyota Tacoma is available in regular, access, and double cab; the double cab is the trim with a full-sized back seat. Four- and six-cylinder engines are offered, and the Tacoma offers a performance-tuned X-Runner trim. "The Toyota Tacoma is the king of compact and midsize trucks, with about 40 percent share of the segment in the U.S."--PickupTrucks.com --Edmunds "Tacoma leads its class in refinement, and is more than competitive in performance, accommodations, utility, and off-road prowess. "The Toyota Tacoma may be the best pickup in its class." --Automotive.com Tacoma Performance - 8.3 (Very Good) Car and Driver says the 2011 Toyota Tacoma is "plenty of truck for 95 percent of truck buyers," and most reviewers agree. Read More Tacoma Exterior - 7.8 (Good) Almost all agree that the wide range of cab and bed styles means there’s a Tacoma to suit almost everyone’s needs. Read More Tacoma Safety - 10.0 (Excellent) With a long list of standard safety features impressive crash test scores, the Tacoma sets itself apart from other compact trucks. Tacoma Reliability - 6.0 (Mediocre) The 2011 Toyota Tacoma reliability score shown is the Predicted Reliability rating provided by J.D. Power and Associates.
Ntroduced last year, the affordable 2008 Toyota Yaris adds a sporty three-door "S" hatchback to its lineup, which shares features like 15-inch wheels, front and rear spoilers, CD/MP3 player and other upgrades with its S sedan counterpart.
