While Toyota continues to roll out its full hybrid technology to new market segments through models such as the Auris Hybrid and Yaris Hybrid, the Prius remains the most recognizable product to feature Toyota's full hybrid powertrain design.
The new Toyota Prius features a revised exterior design, improved interior sensorial quality, enhanced instrumentation and a range of affordable multimedia and advanced navigation systems: Toyota Touch, Toyota Touch & Go Plus and Toyota Touch Pro.
The Toyota Prius remains a front-runner in the field of technological innovation. The third generation Toyota Prius, launched in 2009, showcases a Head-up Display, projecting useful information onto the base of the windscreen, including vehicle speed, the Eco Drive Monitor and the status of the optional Pre-Crash Safety and Active Cruise Control systems.
Intelligent Parking Assist enables the Toyota Prius to automatically manoeuvre into the chosen parking spot. The third generation Toyota Prius also introduces the world-first combination of a solar ventilation system and remote controlled air conditioning. The new Toyota Prius' Intelligent Parking Assist system has been improved to allow even more efficient and faster parking manoeuvres. The new Prius offers customers a unique range of multimedia equipment choices. Toyota Touch & Go Plus builds on the Toyota Touch multimedia unit by adding numerous new, advanced technology features to Toyota's remarkable touch-screen multimedia system.
Toyota Touch Pro is the most sophisticated satellite navigation system yet offered by Toyota. This premium quality multimedia system features a high-resolution 7.0 inch touch-screen interface with a 'home' screen, displaying the most relevant air-conditioning, audio and navigation information.
An important facet of the Toyota full hybrid vehicle market expansion, the new 2012 Prius will now become the first full hybrid vehicle available as a complete stand-alone model range - Prius, Prius+ and Prius Plug-in Hybrid.
Prius+ and Prius Plug-in Hybrid both go on sale throughout Europe in the summer of 2012.
All models now feature the Toyota Touch touchscreen system for audio, multimedia connectivity and Bluetooth, plus a rear-view camera. Prius T Spirit models come as standard with Toyota's Touch & Go Plus premium package. This adds sat-nav, voice recognition for phone calls, music search and play, plus phone contact search and call functions to the standard touchscreen set-up.
Prices for the 2012 Toyota Prius have been revealed. Inside, there are new, darker dashboard materials, while T Spirit versions have new black seat trim. T4 models gain a new eight-speaker JBL stereo, while T Spirit cars add water-repellent glass, automatic LED headlamps and an auto-dimming rear-view mirror.
Exterior The 2012 Toyota Prius is right on-trend in terms of Toyota’s new design approach, which introduces a stronger focus on the lower part of the car’s front end. T Spirit models now use LED headlamps, too, which come with a washer system, while all versions gain new power-folding heated door mirrors.
Model grades and equipment The 2012 Toyota Prius retains its three-grade line-up of T3, T4 and T Spirit. All models adopt the innovative Toyota Touch touchscreen system for audio, multimedia connectivity and Bluetooth, plus a rear-view camera.
Toyota Touch & Go Plus and Toyota Touch Pro T Spirit versions are fitted with the Touch & Go Plus premium package with satellite navigation, advanced traffic pattern intelligence on programmed routes, voice recognition for calls, music search and play, and phone contacts search and call functions. The system’s connectivity allows access to Google Local Search (using a compatible mobile phone, and pre-registration via a Toyota customer portal) to obtain useful information on navigation locations and services such as live parking and fuel prices.
Toyota Touch Pro is available as part of the optional Technology Pack for T Spirit.
New equipment features As well as Toyota Touch, the T3 Prius gains LED daytime running lights and a folding function on the electric heated door mirrors. T4 models are newly fitted with an eight-speaker JBL audio system, with power-saving GreenEdge speaker technology.
It combines the ingenious packaging and urban agility of the Yaris model range with the unique driving experience and efficiency of Toyota's full hybrid powertrain, Hybrid Synergy Drive (HSD). The new Toyota Yaris Hybrid launch marks a new, major step in the company's full hybrid roll-out strategy to Toyota core models in Europe. 2013 Toyota Yaris Hybrid Synergy Drive (HSD) protoype testing alongside a non-hybrid 2012 Yaris model.
As the name implies, the Yaris is equipped with Hybrid
Synergy Drive. This means we can expect a 98 hp (73 kW / 99 PS) 1.8-liter four-cylinder petrol engine as well as an electric motor that develops 80 hp (60 kW / 81 PS).
The new flagship of the Yaris model range, the Toyota Yaris Hybrid features an exclusive, aerodynamically efficient exterior design. The Toyota Yaris Hybrid features the first downsizing of Toyota's HSD powertrain.
The list of equipment that becomes standard on the 2013 Land Cruiser is extensive: a rear-seat DVD player, rain-sensing wipers, Bluetooth, headlight washers, a leather steering wheel, rear spoiler, heated rear seats, and adaptive cruise control all will be featured on every new Land Cruiser.
Toyota Land Cruiser has evolved over time from a basic four-wheel-drive utility vehicle in its early years to an upscale eight-passenger sport utility vehicle (SUV) sold in 188 countries. Additionally, Land Cruiser will now come with all features as standard equipment, including new driving performance features, and an array of significant safety and convenience features. Toyota's Premium Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Navigation with Entune multi-media system and JBL® audio is also standard.
Interior Design Complementing the freshened exterior, Toyota Land Cruiser receives an updated interior available in either Sandstone or Black. A water-cooled oil cooler helps control oil temperature while towing.
The Toyota Land Cruiser's six-speed automatic transmission is designed to handle high torque while performing with luxurious smoothness. The transmission's control unit estimates road conditions to select the appropriate gear ratio for the vehicle's speed and driving conditions.
Capability, Handling and Ride The Land Cruiser's high-mount double-wishbone front-suspension system uses gas-pressure shock absorbers, a hollow stabilizer bar, and coil springs. This system provides a high level of off-road driving capability and suspension control while maintaining outstanding on-road driving comfort. The Kinetic Dynamic Suspension System (KDSS) adjusts the lean resistance provided by the front and rear stabilizer bars. During cornering, when both front and rear cylinders are compressed, no fluid is flowing in the system, and the stabilizer bars work conventionally to help reduce body lean. This action increases wheel articulation and travel, and it also helps to equalize wheel loading. New on Land Cruiser is a Multi-terrain Select system that dials in wheel slip control to match the terrain. The brake system employs 13.4-inch ventilated discs with four-piston calipers up front and 13.6-inch ventilated discs at the rear. Traction control (TRAC) employs both brake and throttle intervention to help control wheel spin. Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), with a cut-off switch, helps maintain directional control during cornering.
A new five-speed CRAWL Control with an Off-Road Turn Assist feature helps make traversing difficult terrain easier. The Off-Road Turn Assist feature pulses the rear corner brakes to help the vehicle make sharper turns when maneuvering through tight quarters on rugged terrain. New for Land Cruiser is a Trailer Sway Control that uses the Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) to help counteract handling forces applied to the truck in an effort to minimize the impact of trailer sway.
Safety For driver and passenger peace-of-mind every Land Cruiser is equipped with the Safety Connect™ telematics system. If a Land Cruiser equipped with Safety Connect is stolen, the system can help local authorities locate it.
Like all Toyotas, the Land Cruiser comes standard with the STAR Safety System™. Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) balances braking forces between the front and rear brakes, while Brake Assist (BA) provides auxiliary force to assist the driver during emergency braking. Toyota Land Cruiser features 10 standards airbags: driver and front passenger dual-stage advanced airbags; driver and front passenger knee airbags; front- and second-row seat-mounted side airbags; and three-row roll-sensing side curtain airbags with a roll-sensing cutoff switch.
New for Land Cruiser is a Pre-Collision System designed to detect other vehicles and obstacles in its path and help optimize the restraining performance of the front passenger seatbelts if a collision is imminent.
Entune™ Toyota Land Cruiser will come standard with Toyota's new Premium HDD Navigation system with Entune™ and JBL®. The Land Cruiser comes luxuriously equipped, with standard features that include rear privacy glass, Smart Key keyless entry with push-button start that allows the driver to unlock or start the vehicle without inserting a conventional key; anti-theft security system; engine immobilizer; cruise control; power moonroof; auto-dimming rearview and side mirrors; HomeLink® universal garage-door/gate opening system; steering wheel-mounted audio controls; heated, power front seats with driver's memory; and power tilt and telescopic steering column with memory.
Founded in 2005, in the heart of a growing segment, Toyota Aygo, the Europeans offered a radical alternative to the new stylish urban mobility. Designed and built in Europe, the new Aygo sets the highest standards of interior space and driving pleasure in the compact segment. A new version of the eco-Toyota Aygo is available, better energy efficiency and CO2 emissions provides only 99 g / km. The Toyota Yaris offers customers an excellent low operating costs. The Yaris comes with 12 years to cover corrosion. In 2011, Toyota has sold more than 85,000 Aygos. More dynamic exterior design " The new Toyota Aygo A segment offers customers the ideal combination of interior space and driving pleasure in the more compact package. At 3430 mm, the new Aygo only 15 mm longer than its predecessor. While retaining the friendliness and sense of humor of the current model, the style of the new Toyota Aygo offers stronger, more dynamic design before. It combines better aerodynamics and cooling of the engine with the Toyota, as part of the language priority-shaped head. The newly designed front bumper also increases the aerodynamic performance of the new Yaris. New Aygo with a choice of two audio systems. A special edition of Vibrant Metallic Orange launch new Toyota Aygo has a body-colored trim rings for the air openings tachometer speedometer, and to cover the optional speakers and doors. Increasing efficiency and driving comfort The new Toyota Aygo is a remarkable three-cylinder, 1.0 liter VVT-i equipped petrol. Toyota engineers are constantly working to improve the performance and efficiency of the engine, reducing emissions of each work later update. A new version of the ECO Aygo is available for the first time. This improves fuel efficiency without compromising ride comfort, agility and braking performance.
Available as an option for the new Toyota Aygo is a MultiMode automatic box with a shift in fully automatic mode and without a clutch pedal. In the E-mode automatically change gear drive to maximize fuel economy. Suitable for use with multi-mode transmission, provides the 1.0 VVT-i Aygo fuel consumption 4.5 l/100 km and produces CO2 emissions of just 104 g / km. In the wake of noise, vibration and wide harshness (NVH) improvements in the current car introduced the new Toyota Yaris benefits from a clutch magazine pre-shock reduces noise and vibration transmission.
Toyota has released an all-new seventh-generation Toyota Camry in Australia that debuts a contemporary design with improved driving dynamics and a more spacious interior.
The base model Altise and range-topping Atara SL retain their old prices, while the Atara S is $1000 more than the Ateva and the Atara SX is $2000 more than the Sportivo.
The Altise produces 133kW of power and 231Nm of torque, while the Atara models get an extra 2kW/4Nm for a total output of 135kW and 235Nm.
The 2012 Toyota Camry Altise is equipped with 16-inch alloy wheels (full-size steel spare wheel), a trip computer with Eco indicator, and an upgraded six-speaker sound system with steering wheel controls, Bluetooth phone and audio streaming, and AUX port, and USB input with iPod connectivity.
The Atara SX gets a sports suspension tune, leather door trims and interior accents, sports pedals, rear spoiler, unique rear bumper and dark-tinted headlights.
Built in Australia, new Toyota Camry features expanded safety features, a more comfortable ride, better handling and added refinement, including an even quieter cabin.
Atara models have unique styling, including the lower-body design, a sporty mesh upper grille, prominent side skirts and twin exhausts.
Price increases for Atara S (replaces Ateva) and Atara SX (Sportivo) are outweighed by added features.
Toyota Camry has been Australia's number-one selling fleet vehicle in the medium segment for 17 years running.
"The new Camry Altise will feature all the inherent qualities that the previous model had.
"In addition we have the new Camry Atara range to provide even more options for fleet customers and improve driver satisfaction."
Toyota Camry Atara is designed to expand the appeal of Australia's best-selling mid-size car to even more customers.
Toyota Australia's senior executive director sales and marketing David Buttner said Atara embues Camry with the added style and sophistication these customers expect.
The new models are Atara S (replacing Ateva), Atara SX (Sportivo) and Atara SL (Grande).
Bolder, more advanced styling is the hallmark of new-generation Camry.
Special attention was paid to increasing the level of differentiation between Toyota Camry Altise and Atara.
A character line on the Atara SX rear bumper matches the design of the vehicle's front end.
Local designers at Toyota Style Australia (TSA) were responsible for the interior fabrics and colour and trim of the new Camry and Atara range.
Toyota Australia will cut a full litre from the combined-cycle fuel economy of its next-generation Camry sedan.
"Toyota's estimates show that the new engine could reduce the amount of fuel consumed across the Camry fleet by more than 20 million litres per year.
On Toyota Camry Atara models, the twin exhausts gain an extra 2kW - an overall percentage increase of 15.4 per cent.
Torque is improved from 218Nm to to 231Nm for Camry - or 235Nm with the twin exhausts - including substantial increases in the mid range.
Greater efficiency, reduced friction losses and improved combustion in the new Camry engine deliver better performance while using less fuel.
It delivers high power output and improved fuel efficiency by ensuring high air flow and intake tumble flow.
New-generation Toyota Camry has an all-new chassis package designed to provide increased stability and agility, coupled with a flat ride, high-quality damping feel and improved steering feel.
Camry has a new aerodynamic package, increased body and steering system rigidity, newly adopted electric power steering and improved tyre performance.
Camry's new tyres reduce rolling resistance and increase grip in wet and dry conditions.
Performance has been improved in braking, ride and handling.
New-generation Toyota Camry has a range of aerodynamic improvements designed to increase down-force while maintaining front/rear balance.
Camry's new upper-body aerodynamics include the Toyota first of stabilising air-flow fins on the exterior mirror mount.
Camry also has a new fin on the rear combination lamp to increase stability.
Both sets of fins increase Camry's flat-ride quality.
Toyota's local test centre calibrated new-generation Camry's steering, ride and handling to suit Australia's unique conditions, such as undulating country roads and coarse-chip road surfaces.
The new Toyota Camry electric power-assisted steering calibration is similar to the Camry Hybrid EPS calibration, but is retuned to suit the petrol model's different mass distribution.
In a Toyota first, Camry Atara SL has a system to warn the driver if there is a vehicle in the 'blind spot' on either side.
Camry's passive safety has been further boosted by the vehicle's stronger body.
Camry's suite of active safety systems includes vehicle stability control, traction control and ABS with electronic brake-force distribution and brake assist.
Toyota's new-generation Camry has increased stopping power and improved brake feel.
Toyota Camry's brake-control hardware has been completely redesigned to give the driver a more secure and confident feeling when braking.
The improved braking grip of Camry's new tyres also contributes to reduced stopping distances.
New-generation Toyota Camry has improved driving comfort, instruments and storage capacity.
Camry has an improved seat design that is 30mm taller for increased back support, with a new seat frame for improved ride comfort.
The anticipation is over: the new Toyota GT 86 sports car makes its world debut at the 2011 Tokyo motor show.
The Toyota GT 86 has been conceived as an entirely driver-focused machine, designed to deliver the core qualities of the classic sports car knowledge. The Toyota GT 86 measures 4,240mm long, 1,285mm high and 2,570mm wide, dimensions which create it the most compact four-seater sports car available today.
The flat-four engine format and the driver's. hip point - the lowest of any current Toyota production model - together give the Toyota GT 86 an ultra-low centre of gravity, at just 475mm.
The Toyota GT 86's. engine is the result of a joint Toyota and Subaru development programme that brings together their technical know-how and mutual passion for sports cars.
The Toyota GT 86 can be launched as the world's. only current sports car to feature a front-mounted, horizontally opposed engine and rear-wheel drive, but it cannot claim to be the first.
Toyota Motor Sales, USA,. Inc,. will offer a fuel-efficient hybrid at a more accessible price once the Toyota Prius c joins the Prius Family of vehicles in the spring of 2012.
This highly anticipated subcompact member of the Prius Family will bring Toyota's. renowned Hybrid Synergy Drive® technology to a new segment of buyers once it joins the third-generation Prius Liftback hybrid vehicle, the versatile new Prius v midsize hybrid vehicle and the Prius Plug-in Hybrid model, which will also debut next spring.
As with other Prius models, Toyota Prius c combines its revolutionary Hybrid Synergy Drive® with excellent aerodynamics to achieve outstanding fuel efficiency. Making premium technology available to compact-car shoppers, the Toyota Prius c offers superior fuel economy in a stylish, user-friendly package.
Appearently, the Prius C will be marginally more efficient than the larger Toyota Prius, which uses 3.9 litres/100km on the combined cycle under Australian standards, information we know due to preliminary Japanese fuel consumption tests.
This will manage to create the Yaris-sized Prius the most fuel efficient petrol-powered car in Australia, and more than that, it will also be cheaper than the standard Prius, becoming the most affordable hybrid in the country if it undercuts the $29,990 Honda Insight.
According to preliminary Japanese fuel consumption tests, the Prius C will be marginally more efficient than the larger Toyota Prius, which uses 39. litres/100km on the combined cycle under Australian standards.
Toyota Australia will confirm pricing closer to the vehicle’s local launch next year.
The Toyota Prius C is powered by a 15-litre. petrol engine and a high-output electric motor, although Toyota is keeping precise specifications and performance details under wraps for now.
The Japanese legendary Automaker 'Toyota' has launched the face-lift version of its Avensis model at the Frankfurt Motor Show, held in Germany, 2011.
The 2012 version of Toyota Avensis offers a luxurious, four door, sedan class vehicle with better styling and performance. The car possess an aggressive look once compared to its earlier version.
The front grille, especially the bottom part of it allows ample air-flow under the hood, through passages and air dams. More air-flow results in rapid cooling of the heated parts. Otherwise the incoming air would increase the overall drag and this drag is particularly called as Cooling Air Drag.
As mentioned earlier, the 2012 version of Toyota Avensis offers two engines in the diesel segment and one in the petrol segment. A 20L,. four cylinder, D-4D turbo-charged engine and a 22L. engine forms the vehicle's. diesel variants.
The turbocharged diesel variant delivers a power of around 124 hp, while the other power configuration delivers 144 hp.
Both the diesel engines has a six speed manual transmission system as its standard feature. The other diesel and petrol variants emits carbon dioxide gases slightly higher than the turbocharged engine.
Interiors Standard safety features like ABS, Traction Control, Electronic Stability, etc,. are available by default while the Adaptive Cruise Control System and Lane Departure Warning System are made optional
Of all the modern compact crossover models for 2012, the Toyota RAV4 remains one of the better picks its size for daily family-hauling needs.
All RAV4 models come with an automatic transmission—four-speed with the four-cylinder, five-speed with the V-6. In either case, the RAV4 is offered with either front- or four-wheel drive.
The interior of the 2010 Toyota RAV4 features an attractive two-tier instrument panel, good seats, a nice upright driving position, and plenty of storage spaces.
The third row officially expands the RAV4's capacity to seven, but you certainly won't have much luck trying to get adults to ride in the RAV4's third row.
Otherwise, well designed seating, good seating comfort, and top-notch assembly quality, along with a tight, quiet cabin, the RAV4 has covers all the bases.
The top Limited model can be optioned like a luxury model, with leather seating areas, heated front seats, and the SUV-requisite rear seat DVD entertainment system to keep the kids entertained.
Introduction Expect sharper creases and some chunky styling cues from the FJ Cruiser and Toyota's trucks. We wouldn't rule out a hybrid RAV4 at some point, but the bigger news is the return of the RAV4 EV. We expect the 2012 Toyota RAV4 EV to go on sale next year.
The Toyota Verso-S offers front seat headroom, rear seat roominess and luggage capacity to rival that of C-segment cars. Also unique to the B-MPV segment and a Toyota first, a new, 6.1 inch, full colour, touch screen system, Toyota Touch, provides customers with a comprehensive multimedia interface.
As from May 2011, Toyota Touch & Go, a navigation system representing the best value for money on the market, will equip the Toyota Verso-S. Using a compatible mobile phone, via Bluetooth, the system offers on-board connectivity to Google Local Search. Designed by Toyota, Touch & Go is flexible and affordable.
The lightest and most fuel-efficient vehicle in the B-MPV segment, the new Toyota Verso-S offers customers a choice of a 1.33 litre dual VVT-i petrol engine or a 1.4 litre D-4D turbodiesel. Both engines offer class-leading fuel economy and CO2 emissions.
The aerodynamic efficiency inherent in the Toyota Verso-S's streamlined, monoform styling has been further improved through careful airflow management to reduce cabin noise, enhance fuel efficiency and lower CO2 emissions.
The Toyota Verso-S has a long, 2,550mm wheelbase. Its wide opening front and rear doors give access to a spacious, practical and flexible interior.
Slim, WIL (Whiplash Injury Lessening) equipped front seats with a newly designed inner frame provide top-class knee room for rear seat passengers. The 60:40 split rear seats feature a centre armrest and a one-touch, fold-flat mechanism. The 760mm long loadspace floor incorporates a flexible, lightweight, dual-level deck board.
Unique to the B-MPV segment and a Toyota first, a new, 6.1 inch, full colour, touch screen multimedia system, Toyota Touch, provides customers with a comprehensive multimedia interface.
Toyota Touch also features a trip information screen incorporating comprehensive time, distance and fuel economy information, including instantaneous consumption, a fuel efficiency display and journey-by-journey fuel consumption comparison records.
A choice of manual or fully automatic air-conditioning systems is available. A fuel burning auxiliary heater is available for diesel engine models, once again boosting cabin warming performance when the engine is cold.2
Even entry grade models feature seven airbags, electric front windows, power steering, a 4 speaker radio/CD/MP3 player with USB port, VSC, ABS, EBD and BA active safety systems and the remote rear seat fold flat system, fitted as standard.
Mid grade models add the flexible loadspace floor, air-conditioning, a leather steering wheel and gear knob, and the new Toyota Touch multimedia interface. High Grade models further add automatic air-conditioning, the Smart Entry & Start System, an EC mirror, dusk & rain sensors, alloy wheels and electric rear windows.
Both engines are mated, as standard, to 6-speed manual transmissions. The 1.33 litre petrol engine may be equipped with an optional Multidrive, continuously variable transmission which features a 7-step, sequential paddle shift mode. Comprehensive weight saving measures make the Toyota Verso-S the lightest car in its class.
In addition to improving torque at low and medium engine speeds, the system also reduces emissions, and improves fuel efficiency by 2.7% in comparison to VVT-i.
The 1.33 litre petrol engine's optional Multidrive S transmission showcases Toyota's latest Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) technology. This compact, lightweight CVT system is one of the most fuel efficient automatic transmissions on the market. Multidrive S addresses this issue by incorporating Toyota's first CVT Flex Lock-up Control. It allows the engine to maximise fuel efficiency, whilst minimising vibration at even low vehicle speeds.
Multidrive S' advanced control systems incorporate several other new features to improve fuel efficiency and enhance the driving experience: This minimizes torque waste, producing optimum acceleration from lower engine revs for improved fuel economy. The CVT's Speed Ratio Control incorporates a number of systems to not only improve fuel efficiency but also enhance the driving experience.
Verso-S models fitted with the 1.33 litre Dual VVT-i petrol engine may be equipped with a Stop & Start system. This high power, maintenance-free system reduces engine start noise levels within the cabin, and seat vibration levels.
In E mode, the car makes automatic gear shifts that will maximise fuel economy. An Eco Driving Indicator is included in the instrument binnacle of Toyota Verso-S models equipped with Multidrive S transmission, helping drivers to realise an eco-friendly, low emission-style of motoring. Monitoring driving conditions, vehicle speed and throttle inputs, the system can help reduce fuel consumption by 0.5-3.0%, depending on driving styles.
The Toyota Verso-S benefits from a highly effective and super-compact torsion beam rear suspension.
The Verso-S's Electric Power Steering (EPS) offers variable assistance for maximum urban manoeuvrability combined with optimum weight and feel during high speed driving.
As a result it is quieter and achieves higher fuel efficiency than conventional hydraulic power steering systems.
Incorporating Electronic Brakeforce distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist, Traction Control (TRC) and Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), the Verso-S is equipped with the latest ADVICS ADS-A2 and ADS-VP2 braking and stability systems. Offering shorter stopping distances and reduced rolling resistance, the tyres also contribute to lower fuel consumption, whilst their reduced vertical stiffness further improves ride comfort.
A front wing protector has been fitted between the wing and the front pillar to further reduce noise transmission to the cabin. Sound dampening and sound insulating materials have been extensively used throughout the cabin to lower noise and vibration, including within the front door pillar, front, rear and back door trim, deck side trim, headliner, roof side inner trim and floor carpet.
The body has been designed to efficiently disperse front, side and rear collision energy, helping to reduce cabin deformation. To the rear, a bumper reinforcement and crash box absorb the collision energy of a rear impact.
The Verso-S incorporates numerous features to maximise its pedestrian protection performance. All Toyota Verso-S versions are equipped, as standard, with seven SRS airbags; driver and front passenger airbags, a driver's knee airbag, front side airbags and full-length side curtain shield airbags. All front and rear seats feature three-point, ELR (Emergency Locking Retractor) seatbelts.
The Verso-S is fitted with Whiplash Injury Lessening (WIL) front seats to reduce whiplash injuries during rear end collisions.
The Toyota Verso-S is fitted, as standard, with an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD), Brake Assist (BA), Traction Control (TRC) and Vehicle Stability Control (VSC+).
Toyota has significantly revised its popular Toyota Highlander and Highlander Hybrid crossover sport utility vehicles for 2011, giving them enhanced styling, additional standard amenities and new user technology.
Toyota’s solution to the common conundrum is the 28 mpg Highlander Hybrid, a full-size crossover with seating for seven, 4-wheel drive, and the ability to tow 3,500 pounds.
The gasoline/electric Highlander is powered by a version of Toyota’s Hybrid Synergy Drive, best known for its use in the groundbreaking Prius. A continuously variable transmission transmits power from the hybrid powerplant to the front wheels.
EPA mileage estimates for both city and highway driving are 28 mpg. City matches highway mileage because of the capture of regenerative braking energy during urban driving. The Highlander Hybrid is available in two trim levels — base and Limited. An electric power steering system is employed for efficiency, but it tends to numb some of the feedback provided by traditional systems.
The 2011 Highlander is available in Base, SE and Limited grades in both two-wheel (2WD) and full-time four-wheel-drive (4WD). All Toyota Highlander Hybrid models are equipped with four-wheel-drive with intelligence and available in Base and Limited grades.
The Limited Grade offers stylish 19-inch wheels and also features silver roof rails. The SE grade gains a power liftgate. Daytime running lamps are now standard on all Toyota Highlander models.
A standard 50/50 split third-row seat and manual rear climate control have been made standard for all 2011 models.
The Toyota Highlander Hybrid base grade offers a new Leather Package that includes leather-trimmed front seats with front seat heaters, leather-trimmed steering wheel and shift knob, power moonroof, HomeLink®, auto-dimming rearview mirror with compass, plus an engine immobilizer with security alarm. The Toyota Highlander Hybrid Base grade gains standard easy-clean fabric seating, along with an eight-way power driver's seat, the Tech Audio, the third-row seat and manual rear climate control.
The Toyota Highlander Hybrid model's Hybrid Synergy Drive features a new, more powerful 3.5-liter V6 for 2011, replacing the previous 3.3-liter V6.
The system electronically varies front and rear torque distribution depending on traction conditions. Base and SE Highlander models are equipped with standard 17-inch alloy wheels with 245/65 R17 tires; the Limited features standard 19-inch alloy wheels with 245/55 R19 tires.
All Toyota Highlander models are equipped with four-wheel disc brakes. On conventional Highlander 4WD models, full-time four-wheel drive is available on all V6 grades. Toyota Highlander comes standard with Toyota's Star Safety System™.
This system integrates operation of enhanced Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), Traction Control (TRAC), Electric Power Steering (EPS) and the anti-lock brake system (ABS), Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), Brake Assist (BA).
Gasoline Toyota Highlander models are also equipped with a straight-line steering feature. The Toyota Highlander Hybrid employs the advanced Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management (VDIM) system. All Toyota Highlander models incorporate a corner-braking feature. Toyota Highlander comes standard with seven airbags. Additionally, all Highlander models are standard equipped with front active headrests.
The Highlander SE and Limited grades feature a standard backup camera with a 3.5-inch multi-information display; this feature is available for Base grade models for 2011 as part of the optional Tech Package.
Are you, the car enthusiast, braced for the latest round of the Toyota Camry, 2012 edition?
You've seen, read about, and if our website views metrics system is working properly, gawked over Camry photos in impressive numbers.
Up first we had an LE four-cylinder, the sales volume king and one of Toyota's biggest coffer fillers.
Engaging the surprisingly stiff brake pedal from 60 mph hacks off 8 feet: 120 feet for the 2012 versus 2010's 128 feet. With increased torque converter lockup, it has the fuel economy figures to back the switch too: 25/35 mpg city/highway vs. the outgoing model's 22/32 mpg city/highway. Let's face facts: A comfortable ride, non-threatening exterior and interior design, 10 standard airbags, and low maintenance demands will do sales wonders.
Again, swapping the final drive to 3.458:1 (6.16 percent taller than 2011) helps with fuel consumption, netting 21/30 mpg city/highway (+1 city/+1 highway mpg).
At 3370 pounds, it's more than 200 pounds heavier than the four-cylinder LE, but completes the quarter mile in 14.2 seconds at 100.6 mph. The overall ride setup remains relatively soft and body roll awaits, despite its limited sporting intentions.
Leveraging nearly 30 years of Camry innovation and know-how, Toyota has created its most technologically advanced Camry ever€”a car that keeps up with American drivers' 21st century lifestyle.
The 2012 Camry is among the first Toyota vehicles to offer the award-winning in-car experience, Entune„¢. Are You?" campaign, created by Toyota's advertising agency of record, Saatchi & Saatchi LA, touts the reinvented Camry's class-leading innovations in safety, efficiency and intuitive mobile media technology.
Broadcast In a nod to Camry's racing heritage, sporty performance videos starring NASCAR driver of the #18 Toyota Camry, Kyle Busch, will be available on the Toyota USA YouTube channel and Toyota.com.
In September, Toyota introduced the "Camry Effect" (http://www.toyota.com/camryeffect), an initiative to connect the nearly seven million Camry drivers in the United States through an intuitive, interactive, online experience. Additionally, digital billboards featuring Camry imagery will run atop the Walgreens building in Times Square to spark the public's interest and build intrigue for the 2012 model.
Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc. is the marketing, sales, distribution and customer service arm of Toyota, Lexus and Scion. For more information about Toyota, visit www.toyota.com or www.toyotanewsroom.com.
Saatchi LA is agency of record for Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc., and also serves Toyota Dealer Associations and Toyota Financial Services.
In addition to an electronically-controlled locking rear differential, Active Traction Control (A-TRAC), Hill-Start Assist Control (HAC) and Downhill Assist Control (DAC) currently equipped on the TRD Off-Road package, the T|X Baja Series adds BF Goodrich T/A KO tires (LT265/70R16) and bead-lock style off-road wheels, TRD Cat-back Exhaust, increased front ride height of nearly two inches and unique Baja Series graphics.
The rear shocks also include a zinc plated body and a 1.5-inch increase in wheel travel.
Toyota has upgraded audio options for some 2012 Tacoma models.
The T|X and T|X Pro Packages, available in conjunction with the TRD Off-Road Package, add a concept-truck look to the Toyota Tacoma V6 Access Cab or V6 Double Cab PreRunner and 4x4 models. Double Cab and Access Cab models also offer a back-up monitor system. A front passenger cutoff switch is standard on Access Cab models.
The TRD Off-Road Package available for 4x4 V6 automatic models includes Hill-start Assist Control (HAC) and Downhill Assist Control (DAC). Regular Cab
4x4 models with the automatic transmission feature standard bucket seats. Toyota Tacoma Access Cab and Double Cab models add more standard features, including power windows and door locks, bucket seats and a center console. In Double Cab models, power mirrors and driver seat adjustable lumbar support are also standard.
For both Access and Double Cab models, the available option combinations are built on five core packages. The available dealer-installed TRD Big Brake system was developed by Toyota Technical Center and TRD engineers. Toyota Tacoma configurations are based on three cab types: Regular Cab, Access Cab, and the four-door Double Cab.
Toyota Tacoma Regular Cab models are built on a 109.6-inch wheelbase; 4x2 Access Cab models (including PreRunner and 4x4) ride on a 127.4-inch wheelbase. The Tacoma Double Cab with the standard five-foot bed shares the 127.4-inch wheelbase, while the Double Cab long-bed models use a 140.6-inch wheelbase.
The Toyota Tacoma Regular Cab and Access Cab models feature a 73.5-inch-long bed.
Toyota Tacoma's interior provides durability and comfort with high-grade fabric and generous standard equipment. All Tacoma models provide dual bottle holders in driver's- and passenger's-side doors.
Interior storage is maximized in Access Cab models with fold up rear seats and underseat storage. Double Cab models feature 60/40 split rear seats with adjustable headrests and under-seat storage.
Japanese auto giant Toyota has unveiled the 2012 Toyota Avensis at the ongoing 2011 Frankfurt Auto Show. The car is fitted with a redesigned upper grille and an aggressive looking lower grille.
For the interior, the 2012 Avensis has received comparatively minor tweaks. The new model is fitted with a new multimedia system, offered in three versions: Touch, Touch and Go and Touch and Go Plus.
Toyota has brought the freshened Avensis to the Frankfurt motor show.
The 2.0 liter D-4D diesel comes in two power configurations - 124 PS (91 kW / 122 hp) and 148 PS (109 kW / 146 hp).
Tech offerings on the new Avensis include adaptive front lighting, Lane Departure Warning and an Advanced Pre-Crash Safety system
To the rear, the new Toyota Avensis features a newly designed rear bumper incorporating a centre guard on sedan models.
Entry level fabric seat upholstery has been enhanced to offer Sol grade trim quality, Sol grade fabric now features Executive grade trim, Executive grade fabric has been upgraded to an Alcantara finish, and Premium grade seats are now finished with high quality perforated leather inserts for improved comfort.
The new Avensis benefits from Toyota's unique range of affordable, touch-screen multimedia equipment; Toyota Touch, and the Toyota Touch & Go and Toyota Touch & Go Plus navigation systems.
Fitted as standard to Premium grade models and making its world debut in the new Toyota Avensis, Touch & Go Plus adds numerous new, advanced technology features to Toyota's remarkable touch-screen multimedia system.
The new Toyota Avensis model range will be available in four grade levels - Avensis, Sol, Executive and Premium.
To the enhanced Avensis grade specification, Sol grade adds Executive grade quality seat trim, an all-silver centre console paint finish and machine-faced 16" and 17" alloy wheels.
The Toyota Touch multimedia system is equipped with a rear parking camera.
High Intensity Discharge (HID) headlamps with an Adaptive Front Lighting System (AFS), a Touch & Go Plus navigation system, an 11-speaker Display Audio system with rear parking camera and new dark finish 18" alloy wheels are all fitted as standard.
An Advanced Pre-Crash Safety (PCS) system is available as anoption on Executive and Premium grade 2.2 litre D-4D 150 6-speed automatic transmission models.
All new Avensis versions are fitted, as standard, with an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD), Brake Assist (BA), Traction Control (TRC) and Vehicle Stability Control (VSC+).
New Toyota Avensis model equipped with High Intensity Discharge (HID) headlamps are fitted with an Adaptive Front Lighting System (AFS).
An optional premium audio system adds a 5.8-inch touch-screen display. Standard features include steering-wheel-mounted audio controls, keyless entry, air conditioning, antilock brakes, stability and traction control, tire-pressure monitoring, cruise control and a tilt steering wheel. With the xD, Scion has bucked the trend.
Current Scion xD The Scion xD is a four-door subcompact hatchback that comes in one trim level. Like all Scions, the xD hatchback comes with an extensive standard features list and very few factory options. The standard features include full power accessories, remote keyless entry, air-conditioning, cruise control, antilock brakes (with brake assist), stability control, front seat side airbags and full-length side curtain airbags. A navigation system is also available. On the road, the Scion xD's 128-hp engine makes it more satisfying to drive than other cars in the class.
Used Scion xD The current-generation Scion xD debuted for 2008 to replace the xA as the company's entry-level car. Apart from that and audio system upgrades for '10, the xD has been unchanged.
There have been two generations of the Toyota Sequoia.
Current Toyota Sequoia The Toyota Sequoia is a full-size SUV available in three trim levels: SR5, Limited or Platinum. Even base SR5 models are well equipped, with alloy wheels, a 40/20/40 second-row bench seat, triple-zone automatic climate control, a CD stereo with iPod connectivity, Bluetooth and full power accessories. The Limited adds leather upholstery, power front seats and an upgraded JBL sound system.
All Sequoia trims are available in either two-wheel drive or four-wheel drive.
Thanks to an independent rear suspension (unlike its Tundra pickup platform-mate), the third-row seat folds flat into the floor, a welcome departure from the previous-generation Sequoia. In our reviews of the current Toyota Sequoia, we've been impressed with its massive power (in versions powered by the 5.7-liter V8), surprising maneuverability and overall refinement. For a truck-based, full-size SUV, the Sequoia is an excellent choice.
Used Toyota Sequoia Models The current Toyota Sequoia represents the second generation, which debuted for 2008 with a base 4.7-liter V8 and five-speed automatic that were essentially carried over from the previous-generation Sequoia. The first-generation Toyota Sequoia full-size SUV debuted for the 2001 model year. Initially, its standard 4.7-liter V8 produced 240 hp and was mated to a four-speed automatic transmission. Limited models were decked out with luxury items, but even base SR5 models had a decent collection of standard equipment.
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.
