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During the process, ratings are taken from nine well-established automotive authorities including Consumer Reports, J.D. Power & Associates, Edmunds.com, and Consumer Guide. The ratings are then converted into a percentage that represents what the car could have received from each source as opposed to what it did receive. The number from all these sources then gets averaged in order to attain the Total Car Score.

Already a good car, now the Camry is even better, Forbes editors said, with more fuel-efficient engines and more engaging driving attributes in the 2012 model. All three cars put together are up over twenty points from their previous results and the Camry, Camry hybrid and Yaris earned scores of 81.64, 85.59 and 75.42 respectively. Overall, reviewers held the Yaris’ reliability and safety features in high regard.

Venza’s aerodynamic shape has been tastefully modified with a new upper and lower grille, fog lamps and rear taillights. The updated styling is complemented by a new 19-inch wheel design and three new exterior colors: Attitude Black, Cypress Pearl, and Cosmic Gray Mica.

The 2013 Venza is available in LE, XLE and Limited grades. The LE and XLE models are available with all powertrain combinations: four-cylinder, V6, front-wheel drive (FWD) or all-wheel drive (AWD); the Venza Limited is powered by the V6 engine only, in front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive configurations. Value has been enhanced and ordering simplified with the addition of many standard features in all three grades.

Venza was developed specifically for the North American market, appealing to customers who prioritize bold, innovative design, a luxurious and refined interior and excellent handling, but they still require roominess and versatility. Venza provides SUV flexibility with its fold-flat rear seats, spacious cargo area, elevated driver sightline, available AWD and up to 3,500-lbs. towing capacity.

The Venza design was the creation of Toyota’s Calty Design studios in Newport Beach, Calif. and Ann Arbor, Mich. Calty designers leaned toward a sleek crossover concept with a wide stance that featured a sporty exterior, but they also included important SUV attributes, such as cargo space, towing capability and available all-wheel drive performance.

Venza was primarily engineered at Toyota Technical Center in Ann Arbor, Mich. And It is assembled at Toyota Motor Manufacturing Kentucky (TMMK), in Georgetown, Ky. More than 70 percent of Venza’s components come from North American suppliers.

Performance and Efficiency

The 2013 Venza offers four-cylinder and V6 models in FWD and AWD versions. Venza’s 2.7-liter four-cylinder engine delivers 181 horsepower at 5,800 rpm and 182 lb.-ft. of torque at 4,200 rpm. The four-cylinder Venza is EPA-rated at 21 MPG city/27 MPG highway for the FWD model and 20/25 for the AWD.

The 3.5-liter V6 produces 268 horsepower at 6,200 rpm and 246 lb.-ft. of torque at 4,700 rpm. The V6 FWD model has EPA-estimated fuel economy ratings of 19 MPG city/26 MPG highway and 18/25 for the AWD. Both engines are teamed with a six-speed sequential-shift electronically controlled automatic transmission with intelligence (ECT-i). The six-speed ECT-i provides an engaging driving experience and helps optimize fuel economy. Uphill/downhill shift logic selects the proper gear for driving conditions and helps provide moderate engine braking during downhill driving.

Venza’s Active Torque Control AWD System optimizes torque distribution between the front and rear wheels to help ensure stable acceleration and smooth cornering on all road surfaces. AWD offers enhanced traction and helps provide excellent overall handling in inclement weather.

An available Towing Prep Package on V6 models equips Venza with an engine oil cooler, larger radiator fan and heavy-duty alternator.

Handling and Ride

Venza was designed with a lower center of gravity than typical SUVs to help provide dynamic handling, which is further enhanced by the large wheels and tires. The four-cylinder models ride on standard 19-inch, 10-spoke aluminum alloy wheels. Distinctive 20-inch five-spoke aluminum alloy wheels are standard for the V6 model. Power-assisted, ventilated front and solid rear disc brakes are standard on all models.

Venza’s body structure relies on high tensile-strength steel, gussets and cross members for its strength, rigidity and optimized weight. Front suspension consists of a rigid L-arm-type MacPherson strut with a stabilizer bar, and the rear suspension is a dual-link MacPherson strut setup with stabilizer bar. Electric power steering (EPS), with its ideally weighted steering effort, contributes to the Venza’s spirited driving dynamics. EPS helps provide a more direct steering feel at both high and low speeds and delivers just-right assist when maneuvering the vehicle into tight parking spaces.

Safety

Toyota’s STAR Safety System is standard on all Toyota models and features enhanced Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), Traction Control (TRAC) Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), Brake Assist and the Smart Stop Technology (SST).

VSC automatically adjusts engine output and the vehicle’s braking force at each wheel to help control loss of traction during cornering. TRAC helps maintain traction during challenging driving conditions. Brake Assist is designed to determine if the driver is attempting emergency braking. If the driver has not stepped firmly enough on the brake pedal to engage ABS, Brake Assist supplements the applied braking power until the driver releases the pedal. Smart Stop offers an additional level of safety by automatically reducing engine power when a vehicle’s brake and accelerator pedals are applied simultaneously under certain driving conditions, helping to bring the vehicle to a controlled stop. Hill-start Assist Control (HAC), also standard on all Venza models, temporarily provides pressure to the brakes while the vehicle is stopped on an incline to help ensure easier starting with no rollback.

In addition, Venza provides seven airbags, including a driver’s knee airbag, driver and front-passenger front-seat-mounted side airbags, and front and rear side-curtain airbags. Front seat-belt pretensioners retract the seat belt in a severe frontal collision, while the dual-stage force limiters help limit the seat-belt force applied to the driver’s and front passenger’s chests.

Driver and front-passenger seats employ active headrests. If the vehicle is struck from the rear, a cable-actuated mechanism will move the headrest upward and forward to help limit movement of the occupant’s head.

Comfort and Convenience

Venza’s generous utility includes several clever storage locations and lighting. The adjustable center console features a sliding cover and armrest, three iPod®/MP3 player holders with wire concealment features, and a large storage compartment.

The center-console compartment is also equipped with a USB port, auxiliary audio jack and 12-volt power outlet. The upper portion of the center console houses the gearshift lever for easy and comfortable driver reach. An on/off switch on the overhead console enables front-seat occupants to operate all four personal overhead interior lights.

Interior storage is further complemented by a total of 10 front and rear beverage holders (six bottle holders and four cup holders). These include dual-illuminated, sliding front cup-holders in the center console, two in the rear-seat armrest, and front- and back-door bottle holders.

Entune Multi-Media System

The 2013 Venza now offers the Toyota Entune multimedia system. This system leverages the mobile smartphone to provide a richer in-vehicle experience with fully integrated access to navigation, entertainment and information services.

Toyota Entune supports engaging mobile apps, such as Bing, OpenTable, and movietickets.com, along with accessing useful travel-related services, such as live weather, traffic, fuel information (location and price), stocks, and sports. Toyota Entune has a large selection of music options available to a vehicle, including iHeartRadio’s 750+ stations, and Pandora’s personalized music service.

The audio systems combined with Entune feature a best-in-class, advanced conversational voice recognition system that helps the driver to stay focused by eliminating the need to memorize thousands of voice commands.

An Abundance of Standard Features

The Venza LE grade comes well equipped with new standard features that include a blind spot mirror and outer mirror turn signals with puddle lamps. Additional key standard features include dual-zone automatic climate control with air filter and second-row-seat vents; eight-way power-adjustable driver’s seat with power lumbar; 3.5-inch LCD multi-information display; a tilt/telescopic adjustable steering wheel with integrated audio controls; an overhead console with map lights; rear-seat adjustable personal reading lamps and three 12-volt power outlets.

The LE also comes standard with the Display Audio system, which includes a 6.1-inch touch screen, AM/FM CD player with MP3/WMA playback capability, six speakers, auxiliary audio jack, USB port with iPod® connectivity and control, vehicle information, hands-free phone capability, phone book access and music streaming via Bluetooth® wireless technology.

The available Convenience Package for the Venza LE adds a power liftgate and a rear back-up camera. The Preferred Package adds a panoramic glass roof with front power moonroof and Display Audio with Navigation and Entune.

The Venza XLE provides a major luxury and convenience upgrade to the vehicle and adds standard features such as leather-trimmed seating surfaces, steering wheel and shift knob; four-way power passenger seat; multi-stage heated front seats; driver seat memory; reverse tilt outer mirrors, Display Audio with Navigation and Entune; anti-theft system with alarm and engine immobilizer; Smart Key System with Push Button Start and illuminated entry; power rear liftgate and a back-up camera. Also standard on the XLE is a TFT multi-information display that can be customized to adjust the font size and content, and navigation voice instructions available in Spanish, French or English (XM Traffic is only available in English).

Aside from powertrain choices, the XLE offers one major option the Premium Package, which includes a panoramic glass roof with front power moonroof, and Display Audio with Navigation , Entune and JBL®, that includes 6.1-inch Touch Screen, AM/FM CD Player with MP3/WMA Playback Capability, 13 JBL® Synthesis Speakers including Subwoofer, SiriusXM™ Satellite Radio (Includes three-month trial subscription to XM Select Package), HD Radio™ withiTunes® Tagging, Auxiliary Audio Jack, USB Port with iPod® Connectivity and Control, Vehicle Information, Hands-Free Phone Capability, Phonebook Access, Advanced Voice Recognition, and Music Streaming Via Bluetooth® Wireless Technology.

The V6-only, top-of-line Venza Limited comes standard with the Premium HDD Navigation with Entune™ and JBL® multimedia system. The system features a seven-inch high resolution touch screen with split-screen capability, AM/FM CD Player with MP3/WMA Playback Capability, 13 JBL® Synthesis™ Speakers including Subwoofer, SiriusXM™ Satellite Radio capability (Includes three-month trial subscription to XM Select Package); HD Radio™ with iTunes® Tagging, Auxiliary Audio Jack, USB Port with iPod® Connectivity and Control, Vehicle Information, Hands-Free Phone Capability, Phonebook Access, Advanced Voice Recognition, and Music Streaming Via Bluetooth® Wireless Technology.

The Venza Limited combines the Premium HDD Navigation with Entune and JBL and the panoramic glass roof with front power moonroof, and it adds high-intensity discharge (HID) headlights with automatic high beams and LED Daytime Running Lights. The high-beam feature detects oncoming vehicles and automatically switches the headlamps from high- to low-beam.

Customers looking for a pet-friendly vehicle will find a wide range of pet utility accessories available at Toyota dealerships. Among the available choices are a rear liftgate pet ramp, booster seat with harness, pet buckles and rear seat zipline-style harnesses, pet carriers and bucket seat, bench seat and hammock style waterproof seat covers.

Exterior Design

The Venza sports an aerodynamic shape with short overhangs, forward A-pillar, crisp character lines, and a low roofline. Continuous brushstroke lines run from the front grille to the D-pillar. A bold front end features a distinctive grille, headlights and fog lamps for a sporty yet refined appearance. Venza’s sophisticated and confident appearance is completed by an angled rear hatch, spoiler and wide wraparound taillights that interconnect with the hatch door. Tight tire-to-body gaps contribute to the sophisticated, refined appearance.

The Venza design is highly practical, with a rear load-in height that is almost as low as that of the Sienna minivan. The generously sized liftgate opening enhances the vehicle’s utility. An available power liftgate integrates jam protection that detects obstruction in the door’s path and reverses the motor. Venza provides a low step-over height for improved ergonomics, and because the closed doors cover the rocker panels, the driver and passengers are protected from accumulated road-dust while getting into and out of the vehicle.

Interior Design

The Venza interior is designed to enhance driving enjoyment and offer premium comfort. Venza is available in three interior colors: Ivory, Light Gray, and Black, which is new for 2013. Each color is offered in fabric on LE and leather on XLE and Limited.

The flow of the center console creates a unique “60/60″ design that gives both the driver and front passenger the feeling that 60 percent of the space is accessible from their seating position. All grades have a standard Optitron® speedometer and tachometer. The XLE and Limited grades also include a TFT multi-color center instrument panel display. Dual-zone automatic climate system controls are centrally located on the upper console, providing easy access for both the driver and front passenger.

Personal space lends overall comfort to the vehicle’s interior with ample head room, shoulder room, hip room and couple distance. Cargo-area utility is enhanced with fold-down 60/40 rear seats, one-touch fold-down seat levers and a tonneau cover.

Limited Warranty

Toyota’s 36-month/36,000 mile basic new-vehicle warranty applies to all components other than normal wear and maintenance items. Additional 60-month warranties cover powertrain for 60,000 miles and corrosion with no mileage limitation. Toyota dealers have complete details on the limited warranty.

The Venza will also come standard with Toyota Care, a complimentary plan covering normal factory-scheduled maintenance and 24-hour roadside assistance for two years or 25,000 miles, whichever comes first.

When it arrives to dealerships late this year, the new Avalon will offer improved dynamic performance, a greater degree of refinement, and a highly spacious, comfortable interior experience with an abundance of outstanding convenience technologies.

The new 2013 Avalon is the result of a North American-focused design and engineering effort. The new sedan’s dramatic exterior and interior design was conceived by a youthful and talented team at the Calty Design Research Inc. facilities in Southern California and Michigan. The car’s engineering development was principally led by a passionate and dedicated group based at Toyota Technical Center in Ann Arbor, Mich. Continuing a North American focused theme, the 2013 Avalon will be assembled at Toyota’s facility in Georgetown, Ky. True to the future product mission set forth by Toyota Motor Corporation President, Akio Toyoda, the new Avalon’s more stylish, bold, sporty exterior design and luxurious interior styling are matched by an enhanced dynamic package, a combination that foreshadows the more compelling and passionate nature of future Toyota products.

Enhanced Avalon Dynamics

In addition to its stunning design, numerous structural and chassis improvements were made to the new Avalon to enhance the ride quality, straight-line stability and handling. The body structure gains improvements in torsional rigidity thanks to additional and strategically placed welds, improved body bracing, and high-strength steel in key areas in order to provide a stiffer chassis and optimize suspension performance. The new Avalon suspension relies on MacPherson struts with advanced valving and rebound springs to balance handling and agility with ride comfort. Coil spring rate and front and rear sway bar stiffness was increased from the current model to help improve body control and body roll. The Avalon’s electric power steering (EPS) system has been tuned to help deliver enhanced controllability and vehicle agility while also realizing superior linear stability.
The new Avalon offers three distinct drive modes that help tailor dynamic performance to the driver’s needs. The drive modes – Normal, Eco, and Sport -are made available through driver-selectable switches. In Sport mode, throttle response is enhanced and steering effort is weighted from center to offer a sportier character. Eco changes throttle response and A/C power usage to help improve fuel economy. Steering-wheel mounted paddle shifters help provide a sportier drive while in the D or S Mode, where the revised throttle helps improve shift response to help maximize engine power and vehicle performance.

Dynamic Exterior Styling

The new Avalon’s dynamic exterior styling defines a sleek and expressive profile that helps communicate a sense of motion for the vehicle even when it is at rest. The beltline has been lowered to accentuate a strong stance. Compared to its predecessor, the new Avalon is a bit more compact yet displays better proportions with a longer, sloping roofline, flared front fenders, and reduced front and rear overhangs, lower vehicle height, and reduced body-to-tire gap. New 17-inch and 18-inch alloy wheel and tire combinations fill the wheel well to enhance the vehicle’s dynamic exterior expression.

Key exterior design elements include the square Double-eye PES (Projector Ellipsoid System) headlamps with HID (High-Intensity Discharge)and elegant DRL (Daytime Running Lights) feature available that provide excellent night time visibility while helping define a narrower, more taut and muscular exterior expression. A wider, more assertive grille design provides a bolder front perspective. At the rear, high-performance LED combination tail lamps are adopted which are more integrated with the revised rear-body styling. The dual rear tailpipe outlets further the more cohesive design theme.

Modern Interior Experience

Design elements enhancing comfort, convenience and technology help create the luxurious experience that will prove tempting to buyers of the next Avalon. The 2013 Avalon offers a modern, spacious, premium interior highlighted by abundant rear seat legroom, while featuring a myriad of available features. Beyond mere dimensions, the new Avalon’s interior design enhances the cabin’s sense of spaciousness and comfort. The front seat’s hip point has been lowered by 10 millimeters (0.4 inches) to help create improved headroom. The new power front seat design with increased side bolstering is more supportive and offers an expanded range of downward adjustment. In addition, the structural components of the sunroof and the headliner design have been optimized to help increase the cabin’s roominess. A concave dash panel design, located in front of the passenger, helps create an expansive feeling. While the rear overhang has been reduced by 1.7 inches, the luggage compartment capacity is 16.0 cubic feet, an increase of 1.6 cubic feet as compared to the outgoing model.

The Avalon’s premium interior attains a high level of refinement by reducing wind, engine and road noise inside the cabin. The resultant interior is even significantly quieter and more comfortable than the current Avalon and it creates an ideal environment to enjoy conversation, music or Toyota’s available multimedia system, Entune™. Sound absorbing materials have been strategically placed around the cabin and body structure while not inhibiting a reduction in overall vehicle weight. The windshield and front side-glass panels utilize acoustic glass that helps control sound intrusion into the cabin. Reductions in wind noise have been realized by optimizing exterior shape, specifically cowl and louver sealing, outer mirror shape and position, and wiper-blade position, which have all been developed to dramatically reduce wind noise generation. Exterior gaps and steps have also been minimized to reduce wind noise around the door glass areas.

The new Avalon’s interior utilizes premium materials and a high degree of craftsmanship to offer an upscale experience. Rich, supple leather trims the steering wheel, shift knob, and seat upholstery helping add visual and tactile appeal. Hand-crafted, decorative stitching is adopted for the steering wheel, and soft-touch materials on the dash panel and door trim elevate the vehicle’s sense of tactile luxury. Smoked chrome-metallic accents are applied to the instrument panel, center console, door panel, and steering wheel surfaces to help add distinction and exceptional feel. Available push-button controlled soft white ambient lighting illuminates key regions of the interior to help convey the sense of luxury. The new Avalon’s center console includes a convenient console tray that is ideal for the storage of electronic hand held devices. The new Avalon’s console area is equipped with a USB port, AUX input terminal and three 12-volt power outlets to help facilitate device interface and charging.

The new Avalon will offer innovative technologies such as advanced capacitive touch switches with positioning and sensitivity that makes them ideal for vehicle system controls. Other premium in-car technologies include three color display screens that support the multi-information display, the audio/navigation interface, and the climate control panel. An easy to use Display Audio system with 6.1 inch touchscreen is standard on the new Avalon; while a JBL Synthesis Premium Audio system, HDD Premium Navigation with 7″ screen, dynamic radar cruise control, heated and cooled front seats, heated rear seats, and a three-zone air conditioning system are also on the list of available features and equipment.

Safety

Like all Toyota models, the new Avalon will feature Toyota’s Star Safety System™ standard, which includes Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), Traction Control (TRAC), Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), Brake Assist, and Smart Stop Technology brake-override system.

The new Avalon helps to prioritize occupant safety with a best-in-class10 airbags system. A Pre-collision system is also available that is designed to “sense” an impending frontal collision and can help mitigate damage. A variable ratio brake pedal is adopted that varies the initial and final pedal effort ratios to help realize excellent brake pedal feel.

In addition to a rearview monitor, Avalon offers an available Blind Spot Monitoring system which is designed to help detect vehicles behind the outer mirrors and to help alert drivers in addition to a new Rear Cross Traffic Alert system (RCTA) that can alert drivers of cross traffic when they are backing up.

Key Dimensional Comparison

2013 Avalon 2012 Avalon
Overall Length 195.3 in. (4960 mm) 197.6 in. (5020 mm)
Overall Width 72.2 in. (1835 mm) 72.8 in. (1850 mm)
Overall Height 57.5 in. (1460 mm) 58.5 in. (1485 mm)
Wheelbase 111 in. (2820 mm) 111 in. (2820 mm)
Front Tread 62.6 in. (1590 mm) 62.2 in. (1580 mm)
Rear Tread 62.2 in. (1580 mm) 61.6 in. (1565 mm)
Front Overhang 38.8 in. (985 mm) 39.4 in. (1000 mm)
Rear Overhang 45.5 in. (1155 mm) 47.2 in. (1200 mm)
Curb Weight 3,497 lbs. (estimated) 3,616 lbs. (Avalon model)

Official press release from media.toyota.ca

(TORONTO) –The built in Canada Toyota RAV4 is the compact SUV that’s all about choice – and no matter what you choose, you’ll enjoy the RAV4’s fun to drive nature, bold styling and very functional design. Choose the extra fuel efficiency of a two-wheel-drive four-cylinder, the added confidence of four wheel drive, or the additional power of a V6.

“As one of Canada’s favourite built in Canada vehicles, the Toyota RAV4 delivers a winning combination of driving fun, functionality that fits busy modern lifestyles, safety, comfort and style, and the fuel efficiency and quality that Canadians demand,” said Tony Wearing, Senior Managing Director, Toyota Canada Inc. “And as one of Consumer Reports Top Picks for 2012, Canadian drivers can have confidence that they’re driving a vehicle that leads in safety and reliability.”

What’s new for 2012:

• The RAV4 Limited and RAV4 V6 Limited are now standard equipped with leather seats, including heated seats for the driver and front passenger, plus a 6.1” display audio system with navigation.
• All models receive an upgraded audio system as standard, adding Bluetooth capability, a USB audio input and steering wheel-mounted audio controls.
• All models now feature all season floor mats as standard.

Power and performance

The 2012 Toyota RAV4 delivers big fun in two sizes, with a choice of two sophisticated engines that combine power and efficiency.

Available on four models, RAV4’s 2.5L four-cylinder engine delivers up to 179 horsepower and a peak 172 lb-ft of torque. This is paired with a four-speed automatic Super ECT transmission.

For more power, choose one of three RAV4 V6 models and enjoy a 269-peak horsepower 3.5L V6 that delivers up to 246 lb-ft of torque and is mated to a five-speed automatic Super ECT transmission.

Both engines are built around lightweight aluminum alloy blocks and feature Dual Variable Valve Timing with intelligence (Dual VVT-i), sequential multi-port electronic fuel injection and an Acoustic Control Induction System (ACIS) to maximize power and efficiency and deliver a Tier 2 Bin 5 emissions rating, while their matching transmissions feature overdrive, a gate type shifter and transmission cooler.

All RAV4s are enhanced with a heavy duty battery, starter, alternator and heater plus a stainless steel exhaust system for long life and reliability in Canadian winters.

The 2.5L 4-cylinder RAV4 is one of the most fuel-conscious vehicles in its class, achieving a combined city/highway fuel efficiency rating of 8.3 L / 100 KM in its 2WD configuration and 8.6 L / 100 KM for 4WD models. The additional power enjoyed by the RAV4 V6 is remarkably efficient too, at 9.4 L / 100 KM combined.

Need to haul or tow cargo? All RAV4s have a 375 KG payload rating, plus towing capacity of 680 KG (1,500 lbs) for the four-cylinder models and 1,587 KG (3,500 lbs) for those equipped with the V6.

Handling and Control

Control starts with steering, and every RAV4 features highly responsive, fuel efficient electric power steering.

Four-wheel drive models feature Toyota’s Active Torque Control System with Four-Wheel Drive Lock Switch to aid in all-road capability under wet, snowy or icy conditions. An electronically controlled coupling at the front and rear differentials distributes torque between the front and rear wheels as needed. This allows 4WD RAV4s to switch on the fly between front and four wheel drive as conditions warrant, enhancing stability while improving fuel efficiency.

The RAV4’s front suspension is built around finely tuned MacPherson struts to improve roll rigidity and linear steering feel. At the rear, the RAV4 features an exclusively designed trailing type double wishbone suspension, with the rear shock absorbers located to maximize the rear cargo area. Sport grade models feature specially tuned suspensions for enhanced road feel and feedback.

Control of RAV4 V6 models is further enhanced with Hill-start Assist Control (HAC) and Downhill Assist Control (DAC). HAC automatically applies pressure to the brakes when starting on an incline, to help prevent the vehicle from rolling back, while DAC helps control the vehicle during steep descents.

Safety

From its impact absorbing structure to advanced active and passive safety systems, every 2012 Toyota RAV is engineered to help prevent accidents, and to protect driver and passengers if an incident occurs, offering peace of mind to drivers and passengers:

• All RAV4 models are standard equipped with the Toyota Star Safety System, a suite of six active safety technologies designed to protect occupants by helping drivers avoid accidents in the first place. The Toyota Star Safety System includes Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), Traction Control (TRAC), Antilock Braking System with electronic brakeforce distribution and brake assist enhancements, plus Smart Stop Technology;
• The RAV4 surrounds driver and friends in a suite of six airbags, including dual-stage driver and front passenger airbags, front seat mounted side airbags, and roll-sensing front & rear side curtain airbags;
• A carefully engineered body structure including impact absorbing side beams that helps channel impact forces away from occupants and protect pedestrians in the event of an accident;
• Front ventilated disc and rear disc brakes;
• Three point lap and shoulder belts for all seating positions, plus pretensioners and force for the front seatbelts;
• Active front headrests with whiplash protection;
• Anchor points for child-restraint seats and child protector rear door locks;
• High visibility, long lasting LED brake lamps.

Full featured

Every RAV4 features a stylish body design and a comfortable, functional and versatile interior with a full suite of convenience and style features as standard. These include:

• A six-speaker audio system featuring AM/FM stereo/CD with MP3/WMA capability, auxiliary audio and USB inputs for portable music players, the Automatic Sound Levelizer system, Bluetooth connectivity and steering wheel-mounted audio controls;
• Air conditioning with dust/pollen/odour filter and rear seat heater ducts;
• Adjustable front bucket seats;
• A 60/40 split fold-down second-row seat with fold-down centre armrest and remote release in the cargo area;
• Power door locks with keyless entry;
• A full suite of instrumentation, including high-visibility Optitron gauges, a fuel economy meter, dual trip odometer, tachometer, outside temperature gauge and digital clock;
• Cruise control;
• Dual vanity mirrors;
• Power windows with driver’s side auto up/down function and high solar energy-absorbing glass;
• A modern interior featuring dark silver brushed metallic trim;
• A three-spoke steering wheel on a tilting/telescoping steering column;
• Convenience lighting throughout, including illuminated entry, illuminated ignition key, cargo lamp and map lamps;
• Clever in-cabin storage, including a large capacity storage box under the rear deck, front centre console box, upper and lower glove box, front seat back pockets, front and rear cup holders, overhead sunglass storage, cargo area tie-down rings, door map pockets and coat hooks;
• Impressive cargo capacity: up to 35.9 cubic feet behind the rear seat, and up to 73.2 cubic feet with the rear seat folded;
• A 12-volt accessory power outlet;
• Engine immobilizer;
• Dual power adjustable and heated mirrors with integrated signal lamps;
• A boldly-styled body featuring colour-keyed mirrors, front and rear splash guards, rear bumper protector and rear spoiler;
• Variable intermittent wipers with intermittent rear window wiper/washer, plus windshield wiper de-icer;
• Halogen headlamps;
• And more.

Models and Packages

The 2012 Toyota RAV4 is available in seven models:

The Toyota RAV4 2WD features the 2.5L four-cylinder engine, fabric seat coverings, 16” steel wheels with full wheel covers, a colour-keyed molded spare tire cover, and more.

• Add the Touring Value Package and receive: 17” styled steel wheels, premium cloth seats, rear privacy glass, a power moon roof, colour-keyed exterior door handles, roof rack and a tonneau cover.

The Toyota RAV4 4WD features the 2.5L four-cylinder engine, fabric seat coverings, 17” styled steel wheels, roof rails and crossbars, a colour-keyed molded spare tire cover, and more.

• The Touring Value Package adds 17” aluminum alloy wheels with locks, premium cloth seats, rear privacy glass, power moon roof, colour-keyed exterior door handles and a tonneau cover.

The Toyota RAV4 4WD Sport features the 2.5L four-cylinder engine, a sport-tuned suspension, premium cloth seats, rear privacy glass, a tonneau cover, 18” aluminum alloy wheels with locks, roof rails and crossbars, fender flares, a colour-keyed molded spare tire cover, colour-keyed exterior door handles, power moon roof, sport badging, a unique sport grade rear spoiler and black headlamp surround, the automatic headlamp system, fog lamps, and more.

• Add the Leather Package for the following enhancements: eight-way power adjustable driver’s seat, heated front seats, leather seat surfaces, an auto-dimming rear view mirror with integrated backup camera, and leather door trim.

The Toyota RAV4 4WD Limited features the 2.5L four-cylinder engine, an upgraded audio system with integrated XM Satellite radio, 6.1” display audio with navigation and steering wheel-mounted Bluetooth controls, dual zone automatic climate control, an eight-way power adjustable driver’s seat, heated front seats, leather seat surfaces, an auto-dimming rear view mirror with integrated backup camera, rear privacy glass, a tonneau cover, leather wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, interior chrome trim, the Toyota Smart Key System with Push Button Start, 17” aluminum alloy wheels with locks, unique Limited grade front grille and badging, roof rails and crossbars, fender flares, a colour-keyed hard-shell spare tire cover, colour-keyed exterior door handles, automatic headlamp system, fog lamps, and more.

The Toyota RAV4 4WD V6 features the 3.5L V6 engine, fabric seat coverings, rear privacy glass, 17” styled steel wheels, roof rails and crossbars, a colour-keyed molded spare tire cover, and more

• The 7-Passenger Package adds room for two more with a 50/50 split’n’stow third row bench seat. It also features third row seat under-floor storage and 17” aluminum alloy wheels with locks.

The Toyota RAV4 4WD V6 Sport features 3.5L V6 engine, a sport-tuned suspension, premium cloth seats, rear privacy glass, a tonneau cover, 18” aluminum alloy wheels with locks, roof rails and crossbars, fender flares, a colour-keyed molded spare tire cover, colour-keyed exterior door handles, power moon roof, sport badging, a unique sport grade rear spoiler and black headlamp surround, the automatic headlamp system, fog lamps, and more.

• Add the Leather Package to enjoy an eight-way power adjustable driver’s seat, heated front seats, leather seat surfaces, an auto-dimming rear view mirror with integrated backup camera, leather door trim;
• Add the Sport Appearance Package for unique style and comfort, including all items in the Leather Package plus a cargo-area mat, chrome inner door handles, rear trunk chrome trim and red badges. With run-flat tires and a tire pressure monitoring system, this model also needs no spare tire mounted on the rear door.

The Toyota RAV4 4WD V6 Limited features the 3.5L V6 engine, an upgraded audio system with integrated XM Satellite radio, 6.1” display audio with navigation and steering wheel-mounted Bluetooth controls, dual zone automatic climate control, an eight-way power adjustable driver’s seat, heated front seats, leather seat surfaces, an auto-dimming rear view mirror with integrated backup camera, rear privacy glass, a tonneau cover, leather wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, interior chrome trim, the Toyota Smart Key System with Push Button Start, 17” aluminum alloy wheels with locks, unique Limited grade front grille and badging, roof rails and crossbars, fender flares, a colour-keyed hard-shell spare tire cover, colour-keyed exterior door handles, automatic headlamp system, fog lamps, and more.

Customization

Drivers may also personalize their 2012 Toyota RAV4 from a range of Toyota and TRD parts and accessories. Visit www.toyota.ca for the most up to date list of options by model.

Pricing and availability

The 2012 Toyota RAV4 is now on sale at Canadian Toyota Dealers. The RAV4 starts at suggested MSRPs as follows: RAV4 2WD: $24,865; RAV4 4WD: $27,500; RAV4 4WD Sport: $30,810; RAV4 4WD Limited: $35,045; RAV4 4WD V6: $30,115; RAV4 4WD V6 Sport: $32,565; RAV4 4WD V6 Limited: $37,300.

About Toyota Canada Inc.

Toyota Canada Inc. (TCI) is the exclusive Canadian distributor of Toyota, Lexus and Scion cars, SUVs and trucks. Toyota is the first full-line manufacturer to make all of the elements of the Star Safety System standard on every 2011 vehicle. The Star Safety System includes Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), Traction Control (TRAC), Anti-lock Brake System (ABS), Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), Brake Assist (BA) and Smart Stop Technology (SST). TCI’s head office is in Toronto, with regional offices in Vancouver, Calgary, Montreal and Halifax and parts distribution centres in Toronto and Vancouver.

The redesigned 2012 Camry Hybrid and 2012 Highlander beat out their competitors and won Top Picks in the Family Sedan and Family SUV categories.

The Toyota Prius earned the top spot in the Green Car category for the eleventh time and ninth year in a row.  The Toyota Prius is the first model to ever claim both those records in the history of Consumer Reports Top Picks.

The new 2012 Toyota Rav4 was the top pick in the Small SUV category and the new 2012 Sienna was the top pick in the Family Hauler category.

According to Consumer Reports Automotive editor Rik Paul, the competition grow tighter every year.  “In recent years, as many as nine different brands have taken the top spots.  Combined with the improved Camry, Toyota’s ability to maintain a competitive lead among hybrids and SUVs is a big factor in its strong presence on this year’s list.”

You can read more from Consumer Reports here.

ALG’s fourth annual Canadian Residual Value awards recognize the sum total and over all value of a strong product, effective marketing strategies and a powerful performance in the marketplace.

Toyota placed fourth place in the mainstream brand residual value rankings. The 2012 Toyota Camry won first place in the midsize category, the 2012 Toyota Tacoma won first place in the midsize pickup category and the 2012 Toyota Tundra won first place in the fullsize pickup category.

If you’re looking to buy a vehicle with excellent value ALG has shown that you can’t go wrong with a Toyota.

Canadian Black Book has just released its annual 2012 Best Retained Value Awards which is an annual collection of passenger cars and light trucks that lead the market in maintaining their value.

According to the Canadian Black Book Toyota, Lexus, Subaru and Honda all tied for first place in 11 of 17 vehicle classes.

The Canadian Black Book Best Retained Value Awards help shoppers scope out a vehicle that delivers excellent value because they retain their value the best.

Toyota earned five first place finishes, four second place ones and one third place.  If you’re looking for a vehicle that will retain it’s value better than any others you can’t go wrong with a Toyota.

Official press release from media.toyota.ca

Toyota continues to lead as the automotive manufacturer with the most fuel efficient passenger car fleet in Canada

(TORONTO) – For the second consecutive year, Toyota’s high-powered Tacoma pick-up truck has won an ecoENERGY Award from Natural Resources Canada’s Office of Energy Efficiency, confirming the 2012 Tacoma’s status as the most fuel-efficient in its class. In addition, the all-new 2012 Prius v claimed the title as most fuel-efficient station wagon, making it 12 straight years that a Prius has won an ecoENERGY Award.

“Toyota continues to set the benchmark for fuel efficiency, and we will keep investing in innovative ways to strengthen our leadership,” said Mr. Seiji Ichii, President and Chief Executive Officer, Toyota Canada Inc. “Along with safety and performance, fuel efficiency is a key part of our commitment to delivering superior value to Canadian drivers.”

Toyota Tacoma 4X2 Access Cab – most fuel-efficient pick-up
Toyota has re-affirmed its commitment to the truck segment with significant updates to the 2012 Toyota Tacoma. The 4X2 Access Cab is a high-quality force of nature with an engine as powerful as it is fuel-efficient. It was named ecoENERGY pickup truck champion for a combined fuel efficiency of 8.9L/100 km (10.0L/100 km city, 7.7L/100 km highway). The 2012 Tacoma’s engine, which boasts a Tier 2 Bin 5 Emissions Rating, has a towing capacity of 3,500 lbs. (1,587 kg) and comes with Toyota’s Star Safety™ System, an innovative and versatile bedrail utility system, and a steely interior that’s roomy and rugged, with an authentic tough-truck feel.

Toyota Prius v – most fuel-efficient station wagon
The 2012 Prius v delivers the best fuel efficiency of any SUV, crossover or wagon in the market today, at a combined fuel efficiency rating of 4.6L/100km (4.3L/100 km city, 4.8L/100 km highway), plus it has a 66 per cent reduction in smog-forming emissions compared to the average new vehicle. Its versatile interior seats five adults comfortably, with sliding second-row seats that recline up to 45 degrees. At the same time, a fold-flat front passenger seat and 60/40 split folding rear seat make it easy to convert Prius v into a cargo hauler, with up to 971 L of space for stuff.

About Toyota Canada Inc.
Toyota Canada Inc. (TCI) is the exclusive Canadian distributor of Toyota, Lexus and Scion cars, SUVs and trucks. Toyota offers the most fuel efficient passenger car fleet in Canada, led by the industry’s largest selection of advanced technology vehicles such as the Toyota Prius. With a rich history of respect for the environment, Toyota Canada Inc. and its Dealerships align with like-minded organizations including Evergreen and through the Toyota Canada Foundation, Earth Day Canada and Scientists in School, to make things better where we live, work and play. TCI’s head office is in Toronto, with regional offices in Vancouver, Calgary, Montreal and Halifax and parts distribution centres in Toronto and Vancouver.

Official press release from media.toyota.ca

Strong retained values give Canadian drivers confidence that they can look to Toyota for quality vehicles that deliver true value

(TORONTO) – Canadian Black Book (CBB) has released its seventh annual Retained Value Awards, and Toyota and Lexus models have taken the top spot in seven categories, confirming the trusted quality, reliability and exceptionally high retained value of these vehicles.
The Toyota and Lexus winners of 2012 CBB Retained Value Awards were in the following categories:

• Full-size car: Toyota Avalon
• Luxury car: Lexus GS series
• Premium luxury car: Lexus LS series
• Small pickup: Toyota Tacoma
• Full-size pickup: Toyota Tundra
• Mid-size SUV: Toyota FJ Cruiser
• Full-size SUV: Toyota Sequoia

The Toyota Avalon, Lexus LS series, Toyota Tacoma, Toyota Tundra Toyota FJ Cruiser and Toyota Sequoia each won as well in 2011.

“While most other industry accolades tend to generate headlines by focussing on the here-and-now of new vehicle models, our annual retained value awards provide consumers with excellent insight as to where they will most likely receive the best value for their money, over time,” says Kathy Ward, CEO of Canadian Black Book. “But not taking vehicle depreciation into consideration, the single greatest cost of vehicle ownership, can lead to a costly surprise at trade-in time.”

“We are proud to have seven Toyota and Lexus models recognized by Canadian Black Book for top honours in this year’s Retained Value Awards,” said Tony Wearing, Senior Managing Director at Toyota Canada Inc. “We take great pride in having such a wide range of Toyota and Lexus vehicles being recognized for the outstanding value they deliver to Canadian drivers.”

This year, the award examines 2008 models, and winners have been chosen in 17 segments. The awards are determined from actual value retained from MSRP, measured over a four-year period.

CBB initiated the awards to help consumers identify which vehicles retain the highest percentage of their original value. Although strong retained value performance is not a guarantee of future strength, it is a strong indicator for how a vehicle should perform in the future. For the consumer, selecting a vehicle with a lower depreciation rate will reduce their overall cost of ownership.

About Toyota Canada Inc.

Toyota Canada Inc. (TCI) is the exclusive Canadian distributor of Toyota, Lexus and Scion cars, SUVs and trucks. Toyota is the first full-line manufacturer to make all of the elements of the Star Safety System standard on every vehicle starting in 2011. The Star Safety System includes Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), Traction Control (TRAC), Anti-lock Brake System (ABS), Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), Brake Assist (BA) and Smart Stop Technology (SST). TCI’s head office is in Toronto, with regional offices in Vancouver, Calgary, Montreal and Halifax and parts distribution centres in Toronto and Vancouver.

For more details, including a full list of media contacts, digital images and product details please visit media.toyota.ca.

About Canadian Black Book

Founded in 1960, Wm. Ward Publishing is a Canadian company owned and operated by Kathy Ward, and is the official distributor of Canadian Black Book. Canadian Black Book is the publisher of the “Black Book” vehicle value and residual guides and is the benchmark for automobile dealers, manufacturers, financial services firms, insurance companies and other sectors with interests in the automobile industry. In 2010 it launched a consumer web site at www.canadianblackbook.ca where visitors can use proprietary online calculators to look up vehicle Trade-in Values, Average Asking Prices and Future Values.