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Toyota Sienna Woodland Edition Ready for Off-Road

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If you ever thought of doing something more adventurous with your minivan, the new Toyota Sienna Woodland Edition might be for you! This Toyota minivan is designed for more than carpooling and is about to take the market by storm.

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Toyota Sienna Woodland Edition Specs

This AWD Sienna is a hybrid minivan that is ready for off-road travel. However, it’s never going to compete with other vehicles such as the Toyota Tundra TRD Off-Road or the Wrangler Rubicon.

This Toyota contains 6.9-inches of ground clearance, which is 0.6-inch more than the standard minivan. This might help it travel to an unpaved campsite, but it’s not going to do what most SUVs can.

Additionally, the AWD model features an electric motor on the rear wheels, just like the Highlander. These two models are quite similar because they were built using the same platform. In total, you will get 245-horsepower powertrain that produces 35 mpg combined. In fact, it can tow up to 3,500 pounds.

It also includes a 1,500-watter outlet, worthy of replacing your mobile generator. This model also has roof rails complete with standard crossbars.

To complete the package, you will get dark trim and special 18-inch wheels. Sit back and relax while you listen to the 1,200-watt premium JBL sound system. It’s a great way to escape the great outdoors when it becomes too much.

When Will the Woodland Edition Arrive?

Toyota has not yet announced pricing for the Woodland Special Edition yet. However, the MSRP of the Sienna in general is $34,460, so it’s fair to assume that this off-road variant might cost over $40k. Deciding if it is worth that much will be a personal decision.

At this point, Toyota is scheduled to arrive at dealerships this fall, maybe as a 2022 model. What do you think about this new Toyota minivan? Is it something you would be interested in or does your normal people mover work just fine for you?

3 Best Used Toyota Tundra Trucks

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The Toyota Tundra has been around since 1999, so there are plenty of models to choose from. When you start shopping for a used Toyota Tundra, you want to know which model is best. We searched through online reviews and complaints to figure out which three years were the best used Tundra models.

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2007 Tundra

While it’s an older model, the 2017 is one of the best used Toyota Tundra models ever made. During this year, the Tundra lineup receives a complete redesign, starting off the second generation of trucks. With the new styling, it also included a new 381-horsepower 5.7-liter V8 engine, which provided much more power than the previous 4.7-liter motor.

When properly equipped, this Tundra tows up to 10,600 pounds, which isn’t too shabby. You can also find one of these used Tundras for under $10,000, depending on what comforts are included and how many miles it might have.

Here’s what Car & Driver thought about the 2007 Toyota Tundra when it was a new model.

2015 Tundra

In 2015, there was another significant update, with the introduction of a TRD Pro model for off-roading adventures. The engine from 2007 was so reliable that it continues through this lineup as well. This capability continues to produce the 10,500-pound towing capacity, but you are going to spend more for this model simply because it is newer.

Depending on what time options you pick, you might be able to get a used 2015 Tundra for under $20,000.

Check out KBB’s road test of the 2015 Tundra.

2013 Tundra

The 2013 Tundra took second place behind the Ram as full-size truck of the year. With this model year, you can expect a new navigation system, plus a top of the line Platinum trim addition. All of the engine and capability ratings remain the same as the other two models, but you should be able to find one slightly cheaper than the newer 2015 Tundra trucks.

Take a peek at what Autotrader has to say about this model.

Best Used Toyota Tundra Trucks: It’s Your Turn

Are you fond of one of these Toyota Tundra trucks or would you choose something else? Let us know in the comments.

2020 Toyota Prius Prime Will Have Fifth Seat

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If you love hybrid cars, then you’ve probably heard of the Toyota Prius Prime. It’s one of the most efficient from the automaker and also comes with the most tech features. Thankfully, plans have been released for the 2020 Toyota Prius Prime that includes the fifth seat. Don’t know what we are talking about? Let us fill you in.

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2020 Toyota Prius Prime & Its Fifth Seat

Just last week, the Japanese automaker released data for the 2020 model update. There are some high-tech features such as additional USB ports, Apple Carplay plus new black interior accents. All of that is great, but enthusiasts are more excited about the five seats.

By now you are probably wondering why the four-door sedan didn’t already have five seats. Actually, models before 2020 all featured four seats and a section with two cupholders instead. At the time, the company did it for efficiency. To put three people in the backseat, the vehicle’s charger would have needed to be relocated. Plus, the car would have required additional material for reinforcement.

So, the fact that the Prius is now fuel-efficient and maximizes the number of occupants is pretty amazing. After all, what’s the point of maximizing your efficiency if you cannot adequately carpool.

Why The Change?

It’s apparent that consumers were unhappy about the missing seat. After all, Toyota seems to have overcome some hurdles to add it. Overall, they’ve basically admitted that they failed on previous models, don’t you think? Well, the Prius owners can rejoice because they will receive their beloved back seat soon enough. Likely, that won’t make them happy anyway and there will be a whole mess of drivers that cry for the cupholders back. You know how it goes.

If you are a fan of hybrid vehicles, don’t forget to check out the 2020 Toyota Corolla Hybrid as well. The fuel economy is comparable to a Prius.

2020 Toyota Corolla Hybrid Offers Prius Fuel Economy

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If you’ve thought about driving a Prius, but couldn’t bring yourself to get behind the wheel of an ugly car, you might want to check out what’s happening with the Corolla. The 2020 Toyota Corolla Hybrid now offers fuel economy figures that are just as good as the Prius, but it looks far better.

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2020 Toyota Corolla Hybrid Fuel Economy

With the 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine combined with the CVT automatic transmission, estimates expect 30 mpg in the city and 38 mpg on the highway.

The 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine combined with the CVT automatic transmission achieves 31 mpg in the city and 40 mpg on the highway.

The 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine combined with a six-speed manual transmission receives 29 mpg in the city and 36 mpg on the highway.

Finally, the hybrid uses a 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine and battery power. Altogether, it achieves 53 mpg in the city and 52 mpg on the highway.

Compared to the Prius

If you compare those last numbers to the Prius, you will be quite impressed. The only Prius model that receives better ratings is the Prius L Eco. This maxes out with 56 mpg combined. The Prius LE and XLE match the hybrid Corolla with combined fuel economy.

We’ve seen an uptick in cars such as these being purchased by millennials. That’s why Toyota thinks these new numbers should make them happy. In total, the government has projected that drivers will save $3,000 in fuel over five years. For young people looking to make their break into the world, that is a nice chunk of change.

While we don’t know the price of the 2020 Toyota Corolla Hybrid yet, we do anticipate it will be low. We could even hope that it might come in somewhere in the low $20s. If that’s the case, you will see them flying out of the dealerships.

What are your thoughts on the new Corolla Hybrid model? Would you rather drive this or a Toyota Prius?

2020 Toyota RAV4 Wants to Go Off-Road With TRD Upgrades

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We just got a glimpse of the new 2020 Toyota RAV4 and we think you’ll be happy with the TRD trim, especially if you enjoy off-roading. Let’s take a closer look

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2020 Toyota RAV4 TRD

Toyota released a new RAV4 trim for enthusiasts to take on the trails. You can thank Toyota Racing Development for these upgrades. This compact crossover dominates the segment, but that’s not enough for the Japanese automaker. They want to stay ahead of the game by making the RAV4 even more exciting.

The TRD takes inspiration from rally race vehicles. That’s where the 2020 Toyota RAV4 TRD Off-Road was born. It starts with a RAV4 Adventure trim and then comes with an entire line of TRD off-road upgrades.

Let’s start by looking at the engine. This RAV4 comes equipped with a Dynamic Force 2.5-liter inline four-cylinder that pumps out 203 horsepower. This pairs with an eight-speed automatic transmission that transfers power to all four of the wheels.

The engine has three different modes: Eco, Normal and Sport. It also includes traction control which is set up for four varying terrains: regular pavement, snow, rock and dirt plus mud and sand. Then, Toyota fit the RAV4 with upgraded internal rebound springs and new shocks for superior off-road ability. The Falken Wildpeak A/T Trail tires offer exceptional traction, no matter what you face and they are wrapped around sleek 18-inch aluminum rims.

Performance isn’t all you are after, and Toyota gets it. That’s why they included their Toyota Safety Sense 2.0 suite. This comes with pre-collision, adaptive cruise control, automatic high beams, blind spot monitoring, rear cross traffic braking, rear cross traffic alert and lane departure warning.

We don’t know when this new off-road beast will be available, or how much it will cost. What we do know is that it will be worth every penny.

New Toyota Lineup

The newest vehicles in Toyota’s lineup are already making waves. The 2020 Toyota Tacoma showed up at the Chicago Auto Show and the 2019 Toyota Prius AWD-e received ratings of 50 mpg. We can’t wait to see what the automaker does next.

2020 Toyota Supra Revealed: It Produces 335 HP

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Finally! We have more to rely on than teasers and leaks. The 2020 Toyota Supra has been revealed and it’s everything we’ve hoped for. Sure, it’s technically a BMW underneath, but now it comes complete with a turbocharged inline-six engine, rear-wheel drive and some aggressive styling.

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2020 Toyota Supra

Here are the critical details you want to know about the 2020 Toyota Supra. It’s going to pump out 335 horsepower and 365 pound-feet of torque. It comes with an eight-speed paddle shift automatic transmission and hits 60 mph in 4.1 seconds. The top speed is 155 mph and it weighs 3,397 pounds.

Yes, it’s slightly less powerful than the 2019 BMW Z4 despite the fact that it shares the same engine and platform, but the pricing is better. If you’ve been a fan of the Toyota sports cars, you’ll prefer this over the BMW any day!

For a base model, you’ll spend $50,920. If you upgrade to the Premium, you are looking at $54,920 instead. This gives you access to the 12-speaker JBL audio system, leather seats and a head-up display. The Toyota Supra Launch Edition is $56,180, but only 1,500 cars will be produced. This model contains a red leather interior and red accents.

Driving the Supra

The new Supra is unlike what we’ve seen before. This time, it’s a two-passenger vehicle just like the Z4. In addition, it comes with iDrive (since it is a BMW). Because of the lighter and smaller size, this car is all sports car. The bigger question is going to be – will this drive like a BMW or will it be its own beast.

Hopefully, we can find out for ourselves soon enough.

If you want more coverage from the 2019  Detroit Auto Show, make sure you stay posted to Car Blog Writers for all the latest news. In case you missed it, check out the 2020 Lexus RC F and Track Edition, which is also from the Toyota brand of vehicles.

Is Toyota Cutting Vehicles from the US Lineup?

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Ford isn’t the only company looking at their car lineup. We just got word that Toyota is also reviewing the US lineup even though their profits rose this past year. Is Toyota cutting vehicles like other automakers? We aren’t sure yet.

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Toyota Begins Evaluation

All the automakers have begun taking a look at what is selling. Toyota’s main focus, along with the other companies seems to be sedans and coupes. That’s because the SUVs, crossovers and trucks are all more profitable and seem to be selling better. So, why bother with making the low-profit cars?

Ford announced earlier this year they were going to get out of the car market in North America (except maybe for a 4-door Mustang). This means they are getting rid of all their full-size, mid-size and compact sedan and replacing them with Mustangs, trucks and SUVs. Fiat Chrysler is also evaluating their lineup, but we can’t imagine they’ll get rid of anything from Jeep or Dodge right now. They might decide against producing the Fiat 500.

It doesn’t look like Toyota is going to get rid of all cars at this point, but they might get rid of the underperforming models like a few coupes or convertibles.

Overall, Toyota increased 11% in the last quarter, but that came mainly from crossovers, SUVs and their Tacoma truck. That’s why shifting their focus to these vehicles makes complete sense.

Companies face an issue if the economy turns south and gas prices begin to rise again. By phasing out cars, they won’t have what the masses want which are fuel-efficient vehicles. A quick shift in the economy could hurt companies like Ford and other automakers like Toyota (currently) and Hyundai would pick up all the business.

Is Toyota Cutting Vehicles?

We just don’t know yet. As more information becomes available, we will surely share it with you. For now, we do know what to expect from the 2019 Toyota lineup.

2019 Toyota Lineup: What’s Coming to Dealerships?

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There’s a lot to be excited about with the new 2019 Toyota lineup. In 2017, the Japanese automaker sold over two million vehicles and they just keep doing better each year. Let’s take a look at some of the newest models in the 2019 Toyota lineup and a few that are returning for another year.

2019 Toyota RAV4

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This year marks the fifth generation of the RAV4. It’s been the brand’s best-selling crossover with over 400,000 units sold in 2017. This year features a more aggressive design and some upscale interior improvements. It grew slightly in size but also shed some weight. The most reliable engine is a 2.5-liter four-cylinder paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission.

2019 Toyota Supra

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Many people have been waiting for the Supra to come back and it’s finally here. This sports car comes with a German engine giving drivers the option of a turbo four or turbo-charged six-cylinder instead. The first produces 250 horsepower and the other 335.

2019 Toyota Avalon

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We expect this to become one of the best sedans of 2019. It’s luxurious, aggressive-looking and comes with so many standard features. There’s also a slew of advanced safety equipment on board plus a decent powertrain. The base 3.5-liter V6 produces 301 horsepower. There’s also a hybrid version with a 2.5-liter 4-cylinder that outputs 208 horsepower.

2019 Toyota Corolla Hatchback

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The all-new design is the beginning of this car’s 12th generation. It now features a sharper appearance and comes standard with Apple CarPlay plus an eight-inch touchscreen. The old 1.8-liter 4-cylinder engine is gone and replaced with a 2.0-liter model instead. Depending what trim you choose, that equates to either 132 or 140 horsepower.

2019 Toyota Yaris

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This has won numerous Car of the Year awards and is popular around the world. Base models come standard with a seven-inch touchscreen, faux-leather seats and fog lights. There’s only one engine available – the 1.6-horsepower 1.5-liter four-cylinder. With that said, consumers have the choice between a six-speed manual or automatic transmission.

2019 Toyota Prius

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Thanks to the overall popularity of the Prius, the Japanese have created a new V model which is coming as a crossover. This model reduces weight and lowers cabin noise. It also features sporty handling and comes with a 1.8-liter 4-cylinder engine paired with two electric motors to create a combined 134 horsepower.

2019 Toyota CH-R

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This year’s model goes mainly unchanged from last year. The subcompact crossover featured modest sales and offers a 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine that produces 144 horsepower.

2019 Toyota Mirai

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This fuel cell hydrogen car isn’t for the mainstream customer, so don’t expect to see many on the road. Only about 3,000 people currently own one. What they do offer, however, is rapid charging times. In just five minutes, you have the capacity to travel 300 miles.

Other Vehicles in the 2019 Toyota Lineup

While we’ve hit the major additions, you can also expect to see the following in the 2019 Toyota Lineup.

  • Camry
  • Sienna
  • Tundra
  • Tacoma
  • Highlander
  • Sequoia
  • Land Cruiser
  • 86

Which of the newest Toyota vehicles are you most likely to get excited about?

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