The 2011 Toyota Highlander

When it debuted 10 years ago, the Toyota Highlander blazed the trail for midsize crossover SUVs. A refresh for the 2011 Highlander brings updated styling and additional standard features. Otherwise, the 2011 Toyota Highlander stays the course. The Highlander also boasts a 40/20/40-split second-row seat with a removable center seat that allows walk-through access to the third row, not to mention the comfort of captain's chairs with fold-down armrests in the second row. While the midsize 2011 Toyota Highlander has a lot going for it, this crossover faces some stiff competition. The 2011 Toyota Highlander is a midsize seven-passenger crossover...

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The 2011 Toyota RAV4

That said, the RAV4 is one of the older designs in the compact crossover segment. The 2011 Toyota RAV4 is a midsize crossover SUV. There are three trim levels available: base, Sport and Limited. The base RAV4 comes standard with 16-inch steel wheels, a limited-slip differential (front-drive models only), air-conditioning, cruise control, full power accessories, keyless entry, a tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, height-adjustable driver seat and a six-speaker stereo with CD player and auxiliary audio jack. The base V6 4WD adds 17-inch cast-aluminum wheels. The RAV4 Sport comes standard with 18-inch cast-aluminum wheels, color-keyed bumpers...

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The 2011 Toyota Tacoma Review

The 2011 Toyota Tacoma is a midsize pickup offered in Regular Cab, Access Cab (an extended cab with small rear-hinged doors) and Double Cab (crew cab with four full-size front-hinged doors) configurations. Both Regular and Access Cabs are joined to a 6-foot bed. The Double Cab has a shortened 5-foot bed in the interest of maneuverability, but a 6-foot bed is available as an option. All Tacoma body styles are available in either two- or four-wheel-drive form. The rear-drive-only X-Runner version is more oriented to street performance, with a body kit, 18-inch alloy wheels, standard V6, a lowered sport-tuned suspension, a hood scoop, foglamps...

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A Ride Fit For King Kong

In today's post I discussed about the Sportchassis  King Kong.Over the years I’ve come across some pretty ostentatious vehicles, but this sucker takes the cake. This is the SportChassis P4XL from Freightliner and it’s the vehicle for those with severe insecurity problems. It used to be that the Hummer H1 was the biggest and baddest 4×4 you could buy, but compared to the SportChassis P4XL, the H1 is like a Tonka toy. What you get with the P4XL is basically a full-sized big rig with limited 4×4 capabilities, loads of interior cabin space and a footprint the size of Montana. For instance the P4XL has a 174-in. wheelbase, 100-in. width and is...

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Rumors Toyota Swirl

In today's post I discussed about the Toyota Swirl.Although the Scion tC is widely regarded as the modern-day Toyota Celica, it’s generally agreed that Toyota hasn’t produced a performance car since the death of the Toyota Supra. Toyota’s FT-HS concept car and the fledgling Subieyota [Subaru-Toyota] partnership have people talking though, and there are rumors that Toyota [with the help of Subaru] is planning a sports-tuner comeback with the 2011 Toyota Celica. Many expect designs for the 2011 Celica to draw heavily from the 400-hp Toyota FT-HS concept, but it’s still unclear exactly what the final product will look like. We do know, however,...

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Toyota Hilux Reputation

The Hilux currently rests as one of the background decorations in the Top Gear studio.In the TV series of 2006, (series 8, episode 3), a Hilux was chosen by Jeremy Clarkson as his platform for creating an amphibious vehicle. Once recovered, the vehicle was moved back to the Top Gear Studio, where a confident Clarkson stated that he would be the only one capable of driving his truck home, since it was the indestructible Hilux. In 2007, Top Gear ran a special program in which Clarkson and James May raced a customized 2005 model Hilux to the 1996 magnetic north pole from Northern Canada against Richard Hammond using a dog sled, and won. This episode,...

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Toyota Hilux Seventh Generation

Hilux models sold in Australian, Middle Eastern, and Asian markets are built and assembled in Thailand, where the vehicle is called the Hilux Vigo, or simply Vigo. For the European, South African and Icelandic markets the Hilux is built in Durban, South Africa. In Malaysia, the Hilux is only available in 2.5 L with the option of single cab or double cab.The double cab model has an automatic transmission variant. In Singapore, the Hilux is available as a single cab with the 2.5 L engine or a double cab with the 3.0 L engine....

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Export Cars Toyota Fortuner and Innova To Mesir

Export Toyota Fortuner and the Innova is produced by PT  Toyota  Motor Manufacturing Indonesia (TMMIN) in the form of intact Completely Built Up (CBU) to the Mesir state is not experiencing problems. Until now TMMIN still continue to export cars Fortuner and Innova on demand, even in Mesir now is volatile due to demonstrations demanding the millions of Mesir President Hosni Mubarak to step down. "Fortuner and Innova car exports to North Africa and Mesir so far there is no interference even though the status of Mesir is being volatile," said Chief External Affairs TMMIN, Irwan Priyantoko, Wednesday (02/02/2011). According to shipping...

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Major Change Toyota Avanza 2011

Toyota Avanza 2011 with the emergence of new clothes are being crowded discussed. Various kinds of people assessing Toyota MPV will change clothes a million people were 100 percent this year. The issue was outstanding considering the Toyota Avanza since 2004 ago have never changed, only a facelift. Unfortunately the truth is still questionable. Until now the PT Toyota Astra Motor (TAM) as the holder of the brand Avanza Avanza still reluctant to say the existence of major change. So is the holder of the brand you Avanza Xenia. PT Astra Daihatsu Motor (ADM) is also still sealed following information Avanza Xenia presence of so-called carry the...

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Toyota 4Runner Review

 The Toyota 4Runner is, as it has always been, an off-road SUV that is very well-mannered in the city. After a redesign last year, the 4Runner returns mostly unchanged, with one notable exception: The previously available inline-4 engine is no longer offered. Not that you're going to be particularly broken up about this. The underpowered four-cylinder struggled to propel the heavy 4Runner with much authority and offered a minimal benefit in terms of real-world fuel economy. This leaves the plenty powerful V6 as the sole engine choice for the Toyota 4Runner. Besides ample horsepower and impressive off-road prowess, the 4Runner counts a civilized...

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Car Toyota Etios Review

The Etios was conceived from a clean sheet of paper but it appears that Toyota has used the Yaris, which has similar dimensions, as a starting point. The end result, however, is a car that looks like it has been built by a committee rather than gut feel or any emotion. Not many would call the Etios ugly but even fewer would call it pretty and if there is one area where the Etios is at a disadvantage, it’s with the styling. The meek-looking headlights, simple body lines and a bulky boot won’t turn heads. However, Toyota has tried to add some visual drama. The only distinctive bits of the Etios are the boomerang-shaped grille, the bulge on the...

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Car Toyota Innova Review

Welcome to the land of the international car market. Welcome to the Toyota Innova, available worldwide under the imv platform, this new entrant in the Indian market, is also a new entrant in the world market. Cars such as the fortuner, Hilux also share the same bloodline, the IMV platform. Toyota has gone about their plan by making sure that components are either localized or manufactured in large numbers, both of which result in increased profits without any compromise on quality. Thus making sure that the product remains worthy of the Toyota brand. A brand associated with cars that are well worthy of outliving their owners. Not many cars of...

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Toyota Corolla 1.8 Review

Another big success for Toyota. The Corolla sold here is the version sold in South-East Asia, not the ultra-complex European version; the car has an extremely strong brand image, and a superb reputation for reliability and service back-up. The Corolla, with its conservative but well balanced proportions, appeals to less adventurous customers. However, details like the striking headlights, the pronounced nose and smart alloys give it a touch of class. The Corolla also gives the impression that it is larger than it actually is (always a good thing) and also hides its space-efficient, mildly cab-forward stance quite nicely. A point in its favour...

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Toyota Land Cruiser Review

Toyota admits that this is the most recognisable model in its line-up.It commands even more hushed respect than the Pajero, especially among the Bollywood community, and its finally here, ready to trample its super-SUV rivals. We have been offered the smaller and newer of the two Land Cruisers — a genuine off-roader, with old-world body-on-frame construction, switchable four-wheel drive and a pair of huge engines. There’s an excellent diesel on its way, but for now, Toyota has launched only a massive 4.0-litre V6 petrol, which has a fearsome 235bhp and 36.9kgm of pull What you notice first is the Prado's size: it looms menacingly over everything...

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Toyota Camry Review

The Toyota Camry is the most popular midsize car sold in America. It does everything very well and is known for its quality, reliability and resale value. It's comfortable, easy to operate and an easy car to live with in a hectic world. It's pleasant to drive in all circumstances. Camry seats five in comfort yet it's relatively compact and easy to park. It's smooth and quiet, but it can accelerate with vigor. Its cabin is attractive, functional and refined, while its styling is aerodynamic and shows vitality. Models range from the well-equipped base Camry to the near-luxury Camry XLE. In between are the popular LE, a modest step up from the...

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Toyota Sienna Review

Minivans have always been superior as people movers. They're easier to park and drive than SUVs, have a low step-in height for easy access, plus comfortable seating and cushy ride characteristics. The 2011 Toyota Sienna, now in its fifth generation, has been designed for those reasons since the beginning. But for 2011, as transportation needs change, so does the Sienna. The all-new 2011 Sienna is still very much a transportation solution for moving up to eight people. But it is now more versatile, with more flexible interior configurations, and available in a broader range of models. There are models aimed at practical transportation, models...

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