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The 2009 Toyota Matrix is much more than just another variation on Toyota’s successful Corolla. This hatchback is in its second generation, and has been redesigned for the 2009 model year.

Choices abound with the 2009 Toyota Matrix. You can choose between all wheel drive or front wheel drive, a five speed manual or four speed automatic transmission, 1.8 liter or 2.4 liter engine. In addition there are three trim levels to choose from, each offering a number of specific amenities.

The top choice Matrix XRS is especially nice, featuring a rear roof spoiler and 18-inch alloy wheels. The suspension on the 2009 Toyota Matrix XRS is sport tuned, as is the steering. It also has a premium sound system from JBL, satellite radio, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, and even a navigation system that has real-time traffic update capabilities.

If you want a sporty and stylish hatchback, look no further than the 2009 Toyota Matrix.

Without a doubt, the 2009 Toyota Venza is one of the best crossover sedans on the market. Whether you’re a sedan owner who wants to slowly transition into the SUV world, or whether you’re an SUV owner that wants to downsize, the 2009 Toyota Venza is an excellent choice.

The 2009 Toyota Venza, unlike many vehicles, comes only in a single trim level. The lack of trim choices is more than made up for in the variety of luxury features in the vehicle. In addition to all of that luxury, the 2009 Toyota Venza can comfortably seat five and have plenty of room left over for cargo.

You can choose between all wheel drive or front wheel drive for your 2009 Toyota Venza. Engines choices include a 2.7 liter four cylinder for those of you who are more economically minded, or a 3.5 liter V6 if you need more power. The 2009 Toyota Venza uses a six speed sequential shift automatic transmission as well as dual exhaust. Wheel sizes are 19 inches and 20 inches for the 2.7 liter and the 3.5 liter respectively.

Check out the 2009 Toyota Venza today. Once you do, you won’t need to look anywhere else for the best crossover sedan on the market.

The 2008 Toyota Higlander Hybrid Sport Utility Vehicle proves that an SUV can truly be more fuel effecient. The 2008 Highlander Hybrid is not only larger than the previous version, it also manages to get even better gas mileage.

What’s especially interesting about this vehicle is that it doesn’t have just one electric motor - it has two. There is one in the front, and one in the rear. (Technically, there is a third electric motor that serves as an engine starter and a generator.) In addition, there is a 3.3 liter V6 engine that can produce 208 horsepower. The engine is supported by an “electronically controlled continuously variable transmission,” which is a power-split device that is used to coordinate all of the power sources.

Because of that electric motor in the rear, the Toyota Highlander Hybrid is a four-wheel drive. The electric motor only engages in the rear when you need extra traction or torque, and there isn’t a center differential to allow the gasoline engine to provide power to those rear wheels.

If you want a large family vehicle with excellent gas mileage, the 2008 Toyota Highlander Hybrid is what you are looking for.

The <a href=”http://peruzzitoyota.com/specials-promotions.htm”>2008 RAV4</a> is, without a doubt, at the top of its class. The 2008 RAV4 defines user-friendly, and has more space than any previous version of the RAV4. Add to all of this the optional V6 engine, and the Toyota RAV4 continues to be one of the best choices in the compact and medium size crossover SUV category.

The first thing you’ll notice about the 2008 Toyota RAV4 is that it has much more space than previous versions. The 2008 RAV 4 has 73 cubic feet of cargo space. It also has plenty of space for five passengers, plus a third-row seat that is perfect for two children. There are 10 cup holders, and you can keep the family entertained with the optional rear-seat DVD system.

The RAV4 comes in three trim levels. The base trim level includes 16-inch steel wheels, cruise control, CD/MP3 stereo system, keyless entry, full power accessories, and rear tinted windows. The Sport trim level has 18-inch alloy wheels, several exterior details, heated side mirrors, fog lights, and a sport-tuned suspension. The Limited trim has 17-inch wheels, a six-CD changer in the dash, an eight-way power driver seat, dual-zone automatic climate control, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, and optional leather upholstery.

The 2008 Toyota Tundra is living proof that Toyota can make a serious truck.

This truck is a top choice in the full-size pickup market. The 2007 Toyota Tundra gets it right on many levels, from work ability to available configurations to performance to raod manners. The 2008 Toyota Tundra comes in a number of bed and cab styles, each one suited to a particular need. It boasts a 5.7 liter V8 engine, spacious room for passengers, a number of convenience and safety features, and amazing tow ratings.

If you’re looking for a half-ton, full-size pickup, the Tundra should be at the very top of your list of choices. It can tow more than 10,000 pounds. It’s a pleasant and comfortable ride. The Tundra is available in either two-wheel or four-wheel drive versions. All of the 2008 Toyota Tundras come with a limited-slip rear differential. In short, this truck performs extremely well, no matter what kind of work you throw at it.

Talk to your Toyota dealer today about how the 2008 Toyota Tundra can fit into your life.

The Toyota Prius Hybrid has, for a long time, been the standard by which all other hybrid vehicles are measured. The amazing fuel economy, small emission footprint, large amount of interior space and stylish interior make the 2008 Toyota Prius Hybrid a force to contend with.

The 2008 Toyota Prius Hybrid is able to run either alone on electricity or alongside the four-cylinder engine. The Prius is especially useful for drivers who rarely take long trips, as the battery does eventually run down on the freeway, forcing the gas engine to do the work.

Aside from the electric engine components, one of the technologies that makes the Toyota Prius Hybrid so amazingly fuel efficient is the Continuously Variable Transmission, or CVT. CVT isn’t a new technology, but it has just become more and more popular in the last few years due to advances in microprocessors and high-density rubber belts.

Forgetting for a moment the hybrid power source, the Prius is still a fully functional midsize sedan. When you add in the savings on gasoline costs, especially as we approach $5 per gallon in the United States, the Prius becomes a viable and attractive option for anyone in the midsize sedan market.

In a world that is becoming increasing environmentally friendly, many drivers are considering purchasing a hybrid car as their next vehicle. However, most of us associate a win for the environment with some sort of trade-off in performance. With the Toyota 2008 Camry with Hybrid Synergy Drive, drivers can finally be environmentally conscious while still experiencing the performance they have come to expect from Toyota.

For those still unsure how a hybrid vehicle works, read on. Hybrid vehicles use the energy created from deceleration (i.e. braking) and converts it to energy that can be used to charge an electric motor. This electricity can then be used to assist a traditional gas powered engine in operating the car, or in some cases the gas engine can be shut off entirely. This results in more fuel efficiency and much lower carbon and nitrogen emissions than a traditionally powered vehicle.

The 2008 Toyota Camry Hybrid with Hybrid Synergy Drive uses a 45 hp electric motor to assist the 2.4 litre four cylinder engine. With 147 horsepower and 1368 lb-feet of torque, drivers receive the performance of a 2.4 litre engine while consuming no more fuel than a much smaller and less powerful 1.5 litre engine. According to Toyota’s in house tests, the Hybrid Synergy Drive means up to 1 tonne less of carbon emissions than a similar gas powered vehicle, and fuel efficiency of 38 mpg on the highway.

Since there is much more stop-and-go during city driving, the electric motor can be used more therefore increasing fuel efficiency to an incredible 40 mpg in the city. The air-conditioning and power steering systems are run exclusively of the electrical system which increases fuel efficiency and ensures these systems are still available even when the gas engine is not in use.

Despite the increased fuel efficiency very little is sacrificed when comparing the Camry Hybrid to the gas powered Camry. Cargo space in the trunk drops from 15 cubic feet to 10.6 cubic feet to make room for the battery pack, but the Toyota Camry Hybrid is still roomy and comfortable. Neither is safety compromised, for the Camry Hybrid still comes with ABS as well as front seat-mounted side airbags, side curtain airbags, and a driver knee airbag.

Traction control for increased stability is also available as an option. The 2008 Toyota Camry with Hybrid Synergy Drive comes standard with an AM/FM CD player that is also able to play back music files in both the WMA and MP3 formats. The audio system can also be upgraded to include a JBL 6-disc CD changer, satellite radio and 6 speakers.

After speaking to a “well-placed Toyota source”, Edmunds’ Auto Observer claims to have details on the third generation of legendary hybrid cars, the Toyota Prius. The much-anticipated Prius is scheduled to be unveiled at the 2009 Detroit Auto Show, and the buzz is already deafening.

First off, predictions are that the new Prius is going to be bigger and more powerful. Auto Observer predicts that the engine itself will weigh in at 1.8 liters, up from 1.5, and that the horsepower will grow from 110 to an impressive 160. Guesses are that the Prius body will be a few inches longer and an inch or so wider — still narrow enough to sneak into tight parking spaces.

Next, we have gas mileage. The predictions indicate that the combined US economy of fuel ration will clock in higher than 50 miles per gallon. The guess is that the Prius will accomplish this pretty amazing feat by keeping the weight down low and re-engineering the power train to increase the all electric and gas free driving ranges.

It’s looking like the new Prius won’t be a plug in model and will keep the traditional nickel metal hydride batteries instead of moving over to the newer lithium ion versions. There’s no word yet on whether or not Toyota plans to release the Prius in more models to include compacts, wagons, and small SUVs.
One HybridCars.com reader said, in response to the predictions:

“As it sits, Prius is a home run, the undisputed hybrid champ. I can’t wait to see what they’ve been working on. If nothing else, Toyota’s hybrid ideas are raising the bar and pushing the others to create their butts off to keep pace. If only Detroit could take a hint…”

Other readers weighed in to mention that they were most anticipating the increase in horse power, the one factor about hybrid cars that many think could use some work. If the horse power increases, the new Toyota Prius can more effectively enter the market of car buyers who are not quite ready to by a hybrid at the expense of all else. This could dramatically increase Toyota’s already high market share and get more hybrids on the roads.

It looks like Prius lovers are just going to have to wait and see what the exciting new Toyota Prius is going to look like. If you can’t wait and you want to get your hands on a new Toyota Prius now, stop by our Pennsylvania Toyota dealers to take a look or a test drive.