Outdoor Enthusiasts Rejoice Over the New Toyota 4Runner

December 22, 2009 | Posted by ryan.taft 

Boy do we have a treat in-store for all of the adventurers and outdoor enthusiastic families. We are currently running the “You In?” campaign for this month’s featured vehicle, the 2010 Toyota 4Runner. The new Toyota 4Runner is a beast of a SUV. It’s perfect for those of you who love hiking, surfing, mountain biking, and really any outdoor activities. The “You In?” campaign has some amazing 4Runner customer testimonials, a 4Runner e-brochure available for download, and even links to a really cool 4Runner Adventure Finder Facebook application. You In?

The new Toyota 4Runner has a lot to offer it’s owners. For one, they now have a 4.0-liter V-6 that gets 270 horsepower, which makes it feel quicker than older models, yet it still has the strength to carry all of your outdoor gear. Nelson Ireson over at The Car Connection wrote a great piece on the new 4Runner. Check it out. To ensure you receive great information like this, you should really consider signing up to be a part of our email list. Click the image below to signup for free.

Becoming a Peruzzi Toyota Insider gets you access to some great information which comes to you via email. Each email will allow you to access our website, blog, new vehicle specials, online service scheduling, and our online finance application via links across the header of the email. Along the right side of the email there will be links for new & used vehicle specials, online coupons, access to our latest featured vehicles, and links to our social sites like Squidoo, Twitter, & Facebook. On top of everything that comes standard in every email, you’ll also receive great content on the latest news from Peruzzi and featured coupons to help save you some cash. We will only be sending 1-2 emails a month, so we won’t be overwhelming you. Definitely take this opportunity to sign up today.

Being that the holidays are right around the corner, we have some really great specials going on that we want to make you aware of. Some of our top pre-owned vehicles are on special, as well as, some great new vehicles. We have also recently updated our online coupons. Definitely check those out, as there are more like the coupon below for a $100 gas card when you purchase a new or used vehicle from us. Simply click the image below to print the coupon and then bring it into our Hatfield, PA dealership to redeem it when purchasing your next Toyota vehicle from us.

As many of you know, each month we update our blog with a featured vehicle while keeping the previous two featured vehicles on it for you to view. You can access this page by looking for the Latest Models link under the Inventory menu of our blog or under the Research tab on our website. Last month we introduced our new video vehicle review on the 2010 Toyota Avalon. This month we created our second video vehicle review on the 2010 Toyota Highlander. Definitely check it out and then leave us your comments on our blog to let us know what you think.

If you don’t want to leave your comments on our blog, then you can definitely stop by the Peruzzi Toyota Facebook Fan page to let us know what you think about the video vehicle review. Also, just so you know, next month we’ll be rolling out a top secret program to all of our Facebook fans. A little hint…it involves saving you money on products and services from local businesses. You can either check back to this blog next month to learn more, become a fan of our Facebook page now, or sign up for our Insider List and we’ll email you the details.

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Toyota 4Runner SR5 Review

December 21, 2009 | Posted by jcme 

SUVs have started to cater more to the about-town types, but the 2010 Toyota 4Runner SR5 stays true to the original drivers of the SUV – outdoor enthusiasts. Other SUVs might try to nod to those buyers with ads that feature their vehicle on top of a mountain, but with the new 2010 model, there’s really no reason to look elsewhere for an off-road vehicle. A new edgy exterior complements the solid off-road performance, with a superior rear axle that makes rocky terrain no problem. It comes with a four-speed automatic transmission and a 2.7-liter engine that puts out 157 hp and 178 lb-ft of torque, and it’s also not bad as SUVs go for fuel mileage, coming it at 18 mpg in the city and 23 on the highway. BROWSE INVENTORY.

At a time when SUVs are getting lampooned for being gas-guzzlers, the Toyota 4Runner SR5 continues on undeterred. If the engine size is the problem, well then they’ll put out a smaller V6 engine – one that can put out even more horsepower than the previous incarnation’s larger engine. Problem solved. Now we can get on with enjoying the roomy, powerful driving experience that SUVs are so well-loved for, without any of the guilt. It’s almost like finding out a diet cola really does taste identical to the real thing. Except better.

The new 4Runner features a 4.0-liter V6 engine that knocks out 270 hp – even more, as we’ve said, than the previous V8 engine that’s now been retired – and a hefty 278 lb-ft of torque. A five-speed automatic comes standard. The new engine changes the feel of the drive, making going up a hill feel just as easy, while taking corners actually feels a lot more solid than swinging around bends in a smaller car. The turn radius is about what you’d expect of an SUV, but there’s almost no sensation of leaning when taking a turn, which makes that drive up twisty trails a lot more pleasurable and secure-feeling.

Speaking of twisty trails, the 4Runner is still at heart an off-road vehicle. It was originally conceived as a trail SUV, and it’s still at its best when being challenged by steep uphill slopes, the bumps and snags of off-road terrain, and anything else the outdoors can think to throw at it. Outdoor enthusiasts should definitely consider the 4Runner as the faithful companion to their next adventure – and the ten after it.

Inside, the 4Runner is a nearly luxurious experience, to the point that you might actually consider knocking the mud from that hiking trail off your boots before climbing back in. The materials are much richer and more elegant than previous models, and the entire interior cab feels more modern. Controls are nicely placed and easy to use with radio, CD and MP3-ready audio system and auxiliary audio jacks, and the cloth bucket seats are comfortable and roomy. Throw in a tilt/telescopic steering wheel, multi-information display, and power controls, and you’re looking at an extremely stylish experience inside, even if your outside activities rough your 4Runner up.

The exterior speaks to the real purpose of the beast, with a more rugged exterior and a brawny frame that practically says “My SUV can beat your SUV in an arm-wrestling contest.” With 17-inch clearance, fog lamps, and mudguards, the mountain will welcome it home. It also makes for a powerful-looking about-town car once you’ve hosed the mud off and given it a quick shine to show off the rocker panels and back flared fenders, as well as the general accomplished feeling of the design.

Powerful, luxurious, and at home on the trail or outside the finest restaurant in town – what more could you want from an SUV? Check out our new model specials at Peruzzi Toyota today.

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