2012 Toyota Matrix

2012 Toyota Matrix is available in two grades i.e. Base Matrix and sporty S grade and it is available with the options of 1.8L and 2.4L 4-cylinder engine along with 5-speed manual transmission or 4/5 speed automatic transmission. It features best in class Star Safety System of Toyota i.e. Vehicle Stability Control, Traction Control, ABS Brakes, Brake Assist, Electronic Brake Force Distribution and last but not the least Smart Stop Technology brake override system.

MSRP

Starting MSRP for base model (L grade and 5-speed manual transmission) is US $18,845 and starting MSRP for S Grade with 4-speed automatic transmission) is US $21,715.

2012 Toyota Venza

Three grades of 2012 Toyota Venza are available i.e. LE, XLE and Limited Grade. Standard features of 2012 Toyota Venza are; driver seat with 8-ways power adjustable, Multi-information display of 3.5 inches, tilt and telescopic steering wheel etc. Venza has everything that you can imagine in a luxury vehicle.

MSRP

• Starting MSRP of 2012 Venza XLE is US $29,775
• Starting MSRP of LE model is US $27,425.
• Starting MSRP of Limited model is US $36,465.

2012 Corolla

2012 Corolla is available in three grades i.e. L, LE and S Grade and salient features of L grade are; color-keyed power side mirrors, doors with power lock and remote keyless entry.

MSRP

• Starting MSRP of L grade with 5-speed manual transmission is US $16,130.
• Starting MSRP for S grade with 4-speed automatic transmission is US$18,820.

2012 Tundra Regular Cab

2012 Tundra Regular Cab includes following standard features; 18-inches alloy wheels, heavy duty battery, windshield wiper de-icer, mud-guards on front and back side.

MSRP

• Starting MSRP for Tundra equipped with 4L V6 engine with 5-speed automatic transmission is US $24,435.
• Starting MSRP of 5.7L V8 engine with 6-speed automatic transmission is US $29,960.

Increased Prices for FJ Cruiser and Highlander Hybrid

Prices for FJ Cruiser have been increased by US $125 and prices for Highlander Hybrid have been raised by US $400.

Increased Prices for Lexus

Prices for Lexus CT 200h has been raised by US $500.

Variant Trims

2012 Toyota Corolla comes in the three variant trims. They include

• Toyota Corolla Base model L
• Toyota Corolla LE
• Toyota Corolla Sporty S

While 2012 Toyota Matrix features the following assorted trims

• Toyota Matrix Base Matrix
• Toyota Matrix Sporty S

Powertrain

Both 2012 Toyota Corolla and 2012 Toyota Matrix are equipped with 1.8L DOHC 4-cylinder engine on that can give an output power of 132 hp with dual VVT-i control valve timings. While the 2012 Toyota Matrix S model takes the lead with 2.4L 4-cylinder engine that can generate 158 hp.

Toyota Corolla Base and S models have options for 5-speed manual transmission and 4-speed automatic Electronically Controlled Transmission while LE model comes with standard automatic transmission. An estimated mileage of 26mpg in the city and 34 mpg on the highway is achieved.

Toyota Matrix gives fastest acceleration with fuel economic engine that can gives 4-speed automatic transmission and 5-speed automatic and manual transmission. Different EPA ratings are observed with different transmission speeds. Toyota Matrix Grade gives an estimated EPA rating of 26mpg in the city and 32mpg on the highway. Toyota Matrix S gives impressive mileage of an almost 21mpg in the city and 2mpg on the highway. While AWD trim gives 20mpg in the city and 26mpg on the highway.

Exterior

2012 Toyota Corolla exhibits a sporty exterior with a wheel base of 102.4 inches. The inner layers of anti-chipping coating protect it from paint damage. Toyota Corolla S features standard body kit including front spoiler, rocker moldings, upper and lower back spoilers. The aerodynamic chassis is constructed to reduce the wind noise. However, the round shape back windows and continuous character lines from front grille to A-pillar are the superb characteristics that fashion the exterior of 2012 Toyota Matrix. Fog lamp bezel and spoilers are integrated in the front of Toyota Matrix S beautifully.

Interior

Your family of 5 people can easily be accommodated in 2012 Toyota Corolla with an abundant space to tuck in your luggage also. The interior is covered in inlays of three color schemes including Ash, Dark Charcoal and Bisque. While 2012 Toyota Matrix interior is fashioned with comfortable seats and two color schemes i-e dark charcoal and combination of dark charcoal and ash grey adorn the interior.

Safety

Now you don’t have to worry about the safety of your family as 2012 Toyota Corolla provides the best safety features that include Vehicle Stability Control, Traction Control, Smart Stop Technology brake override system, Anti-lock Braking System and Electronic Brake Force Distribution.

Safety on 2012 Toyota Matrix is provided with six air bags, Seatbelt pretensioners, Vehicle Stability Control and front and rear crumple zones.

Optional and Premium Features

Both 2012 Toyota Corolla and 2012 Toyota Matrix offer some Optional and Premium Features. Some optional features on Toyota Corolla LE and S are

• Six speakers SiriusXM Satellite Radio
• HD Radio with iTunes Tagging
• Vehicle information
• Hands-free phone capability
• 6.1-in. touch screen
• AM/FM CD player with MP3/WMA playback capability
• Advanced voice recognition
• Bluetooth wireless technology

While Matrix comes with a premium package that includes

• Power tilt/slide moon roof along with sliding sunshade
• AM/FM CD player
• Six speakers
• USB port with iPod connectivity

So, whether you want to drive with luxury or drive with power both 2012 Toyota Corolla and 2012 Toyota Matrix are sure to give you an amazing driving experience.

Powertrain

2013 Land Cruiser is equipped with a powerful engine of 5.7 L DOHC that delivers 381 hp and torque of 401 lb-ft.

Exterior at a Glance

Exterior of this Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV) has been modified and updated with high-tech features which includes following enhancements;

• Improved Front Grille
• Modified Headlamps with HID low beams
• LED Daytime Running Lights
• Chrome Side Molding
• Modified External Side Mirrors
• Improved Tail lamps

Interior at a Glance

Toyota has paid special attention while modifying its interior so that it could truly compliment the exterior, customers can choose among two interior colors i.e. Sandstone or Black. Following is the list of salient interior features;

• Perforated Leather trim
• Ventilated front seats
• Higher Gloss Wood Grain Finish
• Brighter silver panel ornamentation

Some new and improved interior features are;

• New Multi-information display
• Multi-terrain Monitor
• Eco Driving Indicator Light
• Heated Steering Wheel
• Dynamic Radar Cruise Control

Safety Features

Standard safety features are;

• 5-speed CRAWL Control (with Off-Road Turn Assist)
• Multi-Terrain Select
• Multi-Terrain ABS Brakes with Electronic Brake Distribution
• Trailer Sway Control
• Pre-Collision System
• Dynamic Radar Cruise Control

Standard Features

Many features which were previously available as optional will be available as standard features. These features are as follows;

• DVD Entertainment System on Rear Seat
• Color-keyed Rear Spoiler
• Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers
• Center Console Cooler Box
• Headlamps Cleaner
• Multi-information Display
• Heated Second Row Seats

Availability

This superb SUV will be provided to Toyota Dealers in February 2012.

The Super Bowl provides a forum to really drive home the reinvention message of the seventh-generation Camry, using humor to resonate with the American public.” The ad explains normal happenings which one experience in normal day-to-day life in a hilarious way. Have a look at 60 seconds commercial of 2012 Camry;

This commercial will also appear during Super Bowl XLVI, this ad has been designed by the famous agency of Toyota.

Have a sneak-peak of few scenes of this commercial

The star of our commercial is the all-new 2013 GS which launches in February and kicks off a pivotal era for the Lexus brand. The spot also will convey that even more products are waiting in the wings and are anxious to hit the road.”

Media channels of Lexus has shown short trailer of this commercial, theses commercials are designed by Attik which is Roster Agency of Lexus. Lexus vice president of marketing Brian Smith also explained the concept of TweetDrive and said, “TweetDrive Engineered by Lexus offers a unique way to challenge sports fans to put their knowledge about football and social media to the test. There is a lot of excitement about football this time of year and Lexus is pleased to join in the action through this program. It’s also a great way to build on the anticipation created by our upcoming Super Bowl ad, a first for Lexus.”

Super Bowl XLVI is much awaited championship series and people are desperately waiting for it. Many leading global brands smartly planned their strategies and linked their promotional campaign with it. One among them is Bridgestone; this leading tire manufacturer brand has related it’s hot and performance focused brand campaign “Time to Perform” and its ads will also be telecasted during this annual championship game series.

“C” for City

“C” in the name of Toyota Prius C stands for City; it is an urban-friendly car which will offer the users to experience unique driving pleasure.

Powerful Powertrain

2012 Prius C is powered by 1.5L 4-cylinder Atkinson cycle with VVT-I which produces 73 hp at 4800 rpm and torque of 82 lb-ft at 4000 rpm, it’s electric motor generate output of 60 hp.

Smart and Stylish Exterior

Exterior of this “City” car is very stylish and stunning and it also presents superb aerodynamic performance. Toyota has embedded far-reaching features of aerodynamics which help this car to attain ideal coefficient of drag of 0.28. Improved and enhanced agile driving experience if offered by unique styling of lower body which features sculpted rear flares.

Trendy Interior

Toyota Prius C is equipped with trendy and state-of-the art interior features and its interior is quite passenger friendly, black color has been used in interior as basic interior color.

Intelligent Design and Packaging

Toyota has intelligently designed and styled this versatile vehicle with the aim to provide enough cargo space and manage weight distribution efficiently. Gasoline engine, power-control unit and tranaxle have been placed optimally in order to reduce center of gravity and improve weight distribution. Apart from this, fuel tank and hybrid battery are placed on lower side of seat which helps in efficient handling. It presents interior volume of 104 cubic feet which includes passenger volume of 87.4 cubic feet and cargo volume of 17.1 cubic feet.

Fuel Economical Car

If you are waiting for a fuel-economical car, this versatile car has been designed for you. Its estimated fuel economy in the city is 53mpg and great thing is that it presents highest mpg rating without use of a plug.

Standard Features

Salient standard features of this car are;

• Automatic Climate Control
• Tilt-telescopic steering wheel
• Multi-information Display
• Remote Keyless Entry

Standard Safety Features

Toyota has intelligently placed 9 standard air bags within the car to protect the driver and passengers in any case. This wonderful car equipped with Star Safety System and following are its features;

• Vehicle Stability Control
• Traction Control
• Anti-Lock Brake System
• Electronic Brake Force Distribution
• Brake Assist
• Smart Stop Technology

Available Exterior Colors

• Habanero
• Moon glow
• Summer Rain Metallic
• Blue Streak Metallic
• Absolutely Red
• Black Sand Pearl
• Magnetic Gray Metallic
• Classic Silver Metallic
• Super White

Available Trim Levels

This fabulous car will be available in 4 trim levels.

Other Members of Prius Family

• Third Generation Prius Liftback
• Versatile new Prius V
• Prius Plug-in Hybrid

Staring MSRP

It’s starting MSRP is less than US$19,000.

Who Earn 2012 EyesOn Award?

This EyesOn award is awarded to vehicles which have extraordinary design; this award is given keeping in view the skills and creativity of designers who transfer brilliant innovation into practice. Lexus group vice president and general manager Mark Templin said, “The LF-LC is a striking design and breathtaking in its beauty, the team at Lexus quickly fell in love with this concept vehicle and it’s rewarding to see that the industry agreed. Receiving the EyesOn Design Award is a great start to what promises to be a fantastic year for Lexus.”

Smart Design and Stylish Looks

Toyota has intelligently and smartly designed the exterior of interior of Lexus LF-LC, signature Lexus Spindle Grille and rear architecture. Sharp curves add improved looks in dynamic angles while highlighting the corners and sleek lines of exterior.

Lexus LF-LC Hybrid Sport Coupe is meant for 2 passengers and it designed by Toyota’s Calty design studio of Beach, Calif. Kevin Hunter, president of Calty said, “The LF-LC was a dream car to design and a true collaborative effort at Calty, it is an honor to have that work recognized by our peers and to receive the EyesOn Design Award.”

Toyota has introduced many changes in exterior and interior of this superb luxury vehicle and the great thing is all the features will be available as standard equipment which includes improved driving performance feature and many safety and convenience features. 2013 Land Cruiser will be available with many standard features which were offered as optional features in previous models. These features include;

• DVD entertainment system on rear seat
• Color-Keyed back spoiler
• Rain sensing windshield wipers
• Center console cooler box
• Headlamp cleaners
• Leather trimmed steering wheel
• Multi information display

Exterior

Exterior of this model year is quite appealing and stunning and it has gone through several changes including improved front grille and headlamps. Other new features are;

• LED DayTime Running Lights
• Chrome side molding
• Modified outer side mirrors
• Improved tail lamps

Advanced and Rugged theme has been used in design of its exterior as front and back fender are quite large. Steady and bold looks of Land Cruiser is maintained by improved grille and headlamps. Wind noise is reduced by A pillars which has been filled by foam and engine is protected by underbody panels present at back side of bumper which extend under the engine and protect it. Underbody panel also plays a major role in minimizing drag and turbulence.

Interior

Interior of this lavishing land cruiser truly compliments the exterior and its two interior colors will be available i.e. sandstone and black. Salient modifications in the interior are as follows;

• Perforated leather trim and ventilated front seats
• Glossy wood grain finish
• Bright silver instrument panel ornamentation
• Chrome plated air registers
• Multi terrain monitor
• Improved Multi-information display
• Eco driving indicator light
• Heated steering wheel
• Dynamic radar cruise control

Being a luxury vehicle, it is quite spacious and offers full-time luxury and space for passengers and their luggage.

Safety Features

A, B, C, and D pillars of this stylish vehicle are composed of high quality steel sheet and the B pillar has been especially designed to absorb side impacts. Toyota has added almost all the feature which can make it a first class safe vehicle, for instance Star Connect telematics system provides complete peace of mind to driver and passengers. Other safety features include;

• Multi-terrain ABS brakes
• Electronic Brake Force Distribution
• Brake Assist
• Active Traction Control
• 10 standard air bags
• Direct Tire Pressure Monitoring System

Convenience Features

Following are the salient convenience features;

• Rear privacy glass
• Smart Keyless entry
• Anti-theft security system
• Cruise control
• Power Moon roof
• Engine immobilizer and much more

Powertrain and Performance

2013 Land Cruiser is powered by 5.7L V8 DOHC engine which produces 381 Horsepower and Torque of 401 lb-ft. Power, fuel emission and fuel efficiency is achieved by improved dual independent Variable Valve Timing with intelligence.

Available Colors

It will be available in following exterior colors;

• Pearl White
• Classic Silver Metallic
• Magnetic Grey Metallic
• Salsa Red Pearl
• Sonora Gold Pearl
• Amazon Green Metallic and Black

MSRP

The base MSRP of 2013 Land Cruiser is US $77,955 (It excludes delivery, processing and handling fee).

2012 RAV 4

This is one of amazing cars from the creative house of Toyota and it will be available in three grades;

• RAV4 Grade
• Sport
• Top-of-line Limited

Engine Choices

Users can choose among two engines i.e. 2.4L 4-cylinder engine and 3.5L V6 engine, it’s up to choice of users they can pair the engine with front wheel drive or 4-wheel drive (Electronic on-demand). Those who love to acquire spacious car will be happy to know that it is very spacious and RAV 4 and Limited grade models are also available with third row seats.

MSRP

• Base MSRP for 4-cylinder 2WD model with 4-speed automatic transmission is US $22,650.
• Base MSRP for Limited V6 4WD model available with 5-speed automatic transmission is US $28,650.

Standard Entertainment Features

• New Standard Audio System available with hands-free capability and Phone book access
• Music streaming via Bluetooth
• Display audio with Navigation and Entune

Optional Features

• Touch screen (6.1 inches)
• Six speakers
• Sirius XM Satellite Radio
• HD Radio with iTunes
• Auxiliary Audio Jack
• Improved voice recognition
• Entune Multimedia system

2012 Prius Liftback Hybrid

This is one of most best selling hybrid in USA and it will be available with following hybrid models of Prius family;

• Versatile Prius V
• Prius Plug-in Hybrid
• Subcompact Prius C

Improved Exterior and Interior Features

2012 model year of this fantastic car will be available with upgraded exterior and interior features.

Key exterior features are;

• Improved front fasica
• Modified tail lamps
• Stylish 15-inch wheel covers
• LED lights with automatic on/off function

Standard interior features are;

• Display audio system (6.1 inches)
• Bluetooth with Phonebook access
• Improved Multi-information display
• Touch tracer display
• Smart Key with Push button start
• Remote illuminated entry
• Tilt/telescopic steering wheel
• Star safety system
• Driver seat that can be adjusted in 8-ways

Technological Features

• Display audio system with Entune and Navigation
• Incorporated backup camera
• Three-door smart key
• Potent audio system
• Softtex trimmed seats
• Headlamps with automatic on/off functions

Optional Features

• Premium HDD Navigation with Entune and JBL
• Head-Up Display

MSRP

Staring MSRP for Prius 2-model is US $24,000 and MSRP for Prius Five is US $29,805 which reflects increase in prices by 2-4% as compare to 2011 models.

Note: Deliver, Processing and Handling fee is not included in the above mentioned MSRPs of RAV4 and Prius Liftback which is US $810 and US $760 respectively.

Toyota has offered improved luxury and space has also been improved in two available trim levels. Much talked about features of 2012 Toyota Avalon are;

• Remote Keyless entry
• Leather trimmed 8-way power seat of driver
• Wood grain style interior trim
• Auto dimming electro chromic back view mirror
• Home link universal receiver
• Integrated back-up camera

Improved limited model includes;

• Smart key system
• Remote illuminated entry function
• Puddle lamps
• Push button start
• Ventilated front seats
• Power rear sunshade
• JBL synthesis
• AM/FM 6-disc CD changer

MSRP of 2012 Toyota Avalon

1. MSRP of 2012 Avalon (FWD Avalon V6 automatic transmission) is US $33,195 whereas MSRP for 2011 model year is US$33,195.

2. MSRP of 2012 Avalon (FWD Limited V6 automatic transmission) is US $36,435 whereas MSRP for 2011 model year is US$36,435.

Note: MSRP for 2012 Toyota Avalon does not include delivery, processing, handling fee which is US $760.