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Whether you are looking for a sedan or something bigger, Toyota offers more outstanding choices for families. In fact, three of our models are ranked in the 15 Best Family Cars by leading critic Kelley Blue Book. Which one fits your lifestyle? Visit McKinnon Toyota dealer serving Montgomery AL. Kelley Blue Book A leading appraisal site, Kelley Blue Book often rates vehicles on their merits. To decide which vehicles were best for families, it enlisted real families to test drive. Each vehicle was judged on everything from spaciousness to safety. The Sienna minivan, Highlander SUV, and best-selling Camry sedan made the short list. A Sedan The Toyota Camry is a midsized sedan with an especially comfortable back seat. Families will appreciate its high tech features. Parents will appreciate its five-star federal safety rating and EasySpeak microphone. On trips, everyone will be glad it has such a big trunk. You can start the loan process with our easy online pre-approval application. An SUV The Toyota Highlander was designated a Best Buy by Kelley Blue Book. It has eight seats in its standard edition, but it offers the flexibility of a seven-seat model. The 2015 and 2016 models both earned five stars from the NHTSA. This popular SUV is packed with features and dash tech. Schedule a test drive. A Minivan The Toyota Sienna has earned Top Safety Pick Plus from the insurance institute. It has a spacious cabin with three rows of seating. Drivers love the power-slide doors and power-operated liftgate. Parents can enjoy power seats while the kids enjoy dual-view entertainment screens. Parents won't have to shout thanks to the EasySpeak microphone and helpful conversation mirror. Which family hauler is right for you? You'll find all three at McKinnon Toyota dealer serving Montgomery AL.

The 2015 Toyota Corolla is still the best-selling compact car. How does it do it after many years on top? Kelley Blue Book suggests some reasons in its latest comparison. See what you think. Then do some hands-on research. Schedule a test drive at McKinnon Toyota dealer serving Birmingham AL. Price The Toyota Corolla shares many attributes with the Volkswagen Jetta and the Subaru Legacy, but the Corolla's much lower MSRP makes it a more palatable choice. Kelley Blue Book also noted that quality and reliability are Toyota hallmarks that few other brands can match. Get your best deal. Rear Seat Room The Corolla beats nearly all of its rivals on rear seat room, according to Kelley Blue Book. Since this is a compact, every inch counts. In particular, Kelley's reviewers noted that this pushed the Corolla ahead of the Ford Focus and the Mazda3. Fuel Economy Kelley Blue Book noted that the Dodge Dart and the Subaru Legacy can't match the Corolla for the best gas mileage. Dash Tech The Entune system is considered one of the better dash systems. It is easy to understand and easy to use. Kelley Blue Book reviewers prefer this system to the system on the Honda Accord. The reviewers say that the Honda Accord's dual screen system makes it harder to figure out simple things like lowering the volume or finding another station. Driveability The Kelley Blue Book test drivers found that throttle control was better on the Corolla than the Dart. Overall, they found driveability was easier with the Corolla than the Mazda3. Find your Corolla at McKinnon Toyota dealer serving Birmingham AL.

Recognizing the Toyota Tacoma's durability, Edmunds has awarded it the Best Retained Value Award among mid-sized trucks. This prize seems to indicate that the best-selling truck is more than a good value at purchase. It remains a good value throughout its long life. Get to know the Tacoma at McKinnon Toyota dealer serving Birmingham AL. Invest Smart The Tacoma starts out with a low asking price. This alternative to a full-size truck has an MSRP that starts at just over $20,000. As the Edmunds award suggests, the Tacoma will retain its value for the consumer and for any potential resale. This is reinforced by the Toyota brand's designation as Best Retained Value among automakers. In addition, Toyotas are well-known for their long lives with many staying on the road ten years or more. All of this points to the Tacoma as a solid investment for consumers and businesses. Schedule a test drive. Sized Smart Many shoppers aren't worried about the price. They just don't want a full-size truck when something smaller and more manageable will do. The Tacoma does indeed offer better handling than big pickups. It also has better fuel economy. Still, it is highly capable. Owners put Tacomas to the test every day, working at home, on the farm, or at a worksite. Modern The 2015 Toyota Tacoma is all about the modern lifestyle. The Entune dash tech puts the latest news and music within the driver's easy reach. Financing is easy. From the comfort of your home, you can get loan pre-approval right now. Find your next truck at McKinnon Toyota dealer serving Birmingham AL.

The 2015 Toyota Camry is continuing a tradition set more than a decade ago. It has earned the top spot in car sales. Certainly there are many competitors that want to push it off its pedestal. Kelley Blue Book recently made some comparisons that may explain why the Camry remains at the top of its class. When you want to do some hands-on research, please schedule a test drive at McKinnon Toyota dealer serving Birmingham AL. Chrysler Comparison According to Kelley Blue Book, the Chrysler 200's redesign left one thing out. It didn't change the fact that the Chrysler 200 sedan has a cramped backseat. As the auto analyst noted in its comparison, the Camry remains a leader in headroom and legroom. The Toyota also has more trunk space. This size disparity demonstrates that two cars with similarities in price and class are often quite different. Honda Comparison While Toyota improved the material and style quality of the Camry during this mid-generation refresh, the Accord is essentially the same as the 2014 edition. Toyota's Entune system was praised by Kelley Blue Book as easier than the Accord's dual-screen system. Find your best deal on the Camry. V6 Powertrain Differences The 2015 Toyota Camry also offers a smarter V6 engine choice, according to Kelley Blue Book. Specifically, it has a fuel economy that challenges four-cylinder rivals such as the Subaru Legacy and the Mazda6. Kelley Blue Book test drivers reported that they got 27.5 mpg/combined rather than the published 25 mpg/combined. You'll find a significant inventory of the 2015 Toyota Camry at McKinnon Toyota dealer serving Birmingham AL.

The 2015 Toyota Highlander has walked away with another award. Edmunds, a leading auto analyst, has bestowed the 2015 Best Retained Value Award on the Highlander. You can schedule a test drive for the Highlander at McKinnon Toyota dealer serving Birmingham AL. Retained Value Award Toyota has constructed the Highlander with the most refined materials and the latest techniques in engineering. The goal is to create a long-lasting vehicle that will reflect Toyota’s emphasis on durability. It seems that Edmunds analysts agree that this effort has been successful. This three-row SUV combines initial value, a spacious cabin, and cutting-edge features with long-term value and world class safety. This makes it a great investment in your family's future. Awards and Accolades Before it earned the 2015 Best Retained Value Award, the Toyota Highlander earned awards from Kelley Blue Book, Intellichoice and U.S. News and World Report. Intellichoice declared it a 2015 Best Overall Value while Kelley Blue Book called it a Best Buy. U.S. News named it one of the 2015 Best Cars for Families. Safety The Toyota Highlander has earned bragging rights from both the federal safety testers and the private safety testers. Specifically, it has a five-star safety rating from the NHTSA and a Top Safety Pick Plus designation from the insurance safety testers. Editions The Highlander is available in four editions. Standard dash tech includes a backup camera, Bluetooth, and a touchscreen. Higher trim editions add Entune apps and navigation. Toyota is the only brand to offer the Easy Speak microphone. Find your family’s next home-away-from-home. Get our best deal at McKinnon Toyota dealer serving Birmingham AL.

Leading auto review site Edmunds has chosen the 2015 Toyota Tundra for the Best Retained Value Award, besting the new Ford F150 and other rivals. This is good news for both business and personal Tundra owners. It is good news for anyone who considers their truck to be an investment. You can test drive the Tundra at McKinnon Toyota dealer serving Birmingham AL. Choices Since consumers have widely different needs, the Tundra is offered in numerous variations. With seating for three, five or six, the cabin choices include regular, double and CrewMax. Bed size choices include five-feet plus, six-feet plus, and eight-feet plus. Four models are standard, but this year you can take advantage of the 1794 edition or the new TRD Pro edition. Every edition offers a choice between rear-wheel and four-wheel drive. There's also a choice between a 310-horsepower V8 and a 381-horsepower V8. Find your best deal on the Tundra. Utility The truck allows you to open or close the tailgate with just two fingers. For maximum payload, the beds are 5.5-feet wide and 22 inches deep. To secure cargo when your ride is bouncy, there are 13 tie-down spots. The larger cabs let you fold down the rear seats and create an interior cargo hold. Class-Leading Safety Features The Toyota Tundra has added more airbags, leading the pickup truck world in airbag coverage. The Tundra’s impressive brakes also place it at the top of its class. Standards include a rearview camera and stability controls. Cutting-edge extras include crash avoidance features such as a blind spot monitor. Find your next truck at McKinnon Toyota dealer serving Birmingham AL.

The 2015 Toyota Yaris is a fun car that is determined to go further on a tank of gas. If you are looking for an affordable car with personality, this one will certainly fit the bill. Why not schedule a test drive? It’s available now at McKinnon, a Toyota dealer serving Birmingham Al. The Look The exterior is inspired by Europe's sleek city cars. It has a cultivated look with aerodynamic lines and curves. There’s attitude in the oversized blacked-out grille and eye-catching style in the accent light bars. The interior is spacious for its size, offering a comfortable place for daily travel. Favorite accents include white stitching and piano-black trim. Valuable Standards Toyota has endowed the affordable Yaris with some of the best tech. You won't pay extra for HD Radio because that's standard on the Yaris. You'll enjoy iTunes tagging, Bluetooth audio streaming, and more. The CD stereo includes six strategically-placed speakers for your listening enjoyment. Get a price quote on the affordable Yaris. Safety The Yaris doesn’t skimp on safety. It has nine airbags to ensure more protection in an accident. It also has Toyota’s exclusive whiplash-injury-lessening front seats. The body is made with crumple zones, a head-impact protection structure, and an energy-absorbing, collapsible steering column. Affordable Earning 30 mpg in a city’s stop-and-go driving, the Yaris is a real money saver. Even better, it gets 37 mpg on the highway. In addition to Toyota’s generous warranties, the Yaris comes with two years of ToyotaCare. This includes maintenance and roadside assistance. For those on a budget, this is a logical pick. It is affordable at the dealership and stays affordable for years to come. Test drive the Yaris at McKinnon, a Toyota dealer serving Birmingham AL.

Despite the introduction of a new rival, the 2015 Toyota Tacoma continues to hold its title as tops in initial quality. In a 84,000-owner JD Power survey, the Tacoma ranked higher than the new Chevy Colorado and other rivals. Affordable and sized right, the Tacoma is a great choice for Alabama living. Check out the variety at McKinnon, your Toyota dealer serving Birmingham AL. The Award The 2015 Toyota Tacoma earned the Highest in Initial Quality Award in its class for 2015. It scored lowest on repair needs and other concerns. It was declared a class leader by Edmunds in its 2015 Tacoma review. Clearly this truck continues to offer a great value that is recognized by owners and reviewers alike. Schedule a test drive. The Truck The Tacoma comes in a variety of configurations to allow you to match cabin style and bed size to your lifestyle needs. The versatile interior is inviting and comfortable. Strong engines ensure plenty of power for your daily drive and your big hauls. Midsized, the Tacoma has better fuel economy than bigger pickups. For many years, Tacomas have been recognized as among the most durable of all vehicles. Toyotas, in general, and Tacomas, in particular, have been shown to last longer than their counterparts. Adding to its appeal, the Tacoma is made in the United States. Pickup Shopping If you are pickup shopping, it's worth the quick trip on I-65 to McKinnon in Clanton. Our staff knows pickups, and we can help you find the one that is right for the life you lead and the work you do. Value your trade. When it's time to get a better truck, you'll find great deals at McKinnon, your Toyota dealer serving Birmingham AL.

Edmunds, the leading auto critic, has put the 2015 Toyota Highlander at the top of its list. With an A rating, the Highlander has achieved the honor of top three-row SUV in the Annual Edmunds Buying Guide. How did it earn an A? Edmunds says it’s the combination of features that makes the Highlander a good choice among three-row SUVs. You can test drive the Highlander at McKinnon Toyota dealer serving Prattville AL. The Best Blend With seating for eight, good performance, a hushed ride, and good gas mileage, the Highlander hits upon the best blend for today’s families. Whether you want a rear entertainment system or the convenience of all-wheel drive, you’ll find that the Highlander can oblige. Five editions help you identify the right SUV for your lifestyle. As an alternative, there’s a seven-seat configuration with center captain’s chairs. Standards and Extras The Highlander base trim really offers more for the money. Must-have features are among its standard offerings. You won’t pay extra for Bluetooth, a touchscreen, and a rearview camera. This intelligent system lets you interact by voice, touch, or steering wheel tab control. Automatic headlights and heated side mirrors are exterior standards. Higher editions load on desirable comforts like ventilated front seats. Dash tech extras include a larger navigation touchscreen with the Entune App Suite. Useful window shades block out the hot Alabama sun. Driver Easy Speak allows a parent to talk to the kids without shouting or turning around. Safety The 2015 Highlander also excels at safety as evidenced by its five-star NHTSA rating. For greater peace of mind, you can add a blind spot monitor, a lane departure warning and other crash avoidance technology. Find the Highlander at McKinnon Toyota dealer serving Prattville AL.

If you want a small car, you may be looking at the top sellers. This means that you may look to the Corolla, which is the number one car in its class. You may opt for the Civic which sometimes runs second. Which one is better? We think after you do some research, you’ll agree that the Corolla has the Civic beat. You’ll find a selection of Corollas at McKinnon Toyota dealer serving Birmingham AL. Pricing Since the Corolla is the best seller, you’d think it might charge a higher price. Yet it is actually the cheaper car whether you go by price paid, invoice, or MSRP. Customers can save around $1200 on the base edition Corolla versus the Civic. If you match up other editions on the U.S. News cost comparison tool, you will find similar savings. Roomy Interior The Toyota engineers have nipped and tucked the interior to claim more space for the lucky passengers. As a result, the 2015 Toyota Corolla is now three cubic feet bigger than its rival. The larger size is most noticeable in the back seat, where it counts the most. The Corolla, unlike the Civic, has eliminated the rear seat hump. This means a flatter floor for more leg room. The Corolla’s 13 cubic-foot trunk is bigger than the Civic’s. Edmunds, the leading auto critic, has praised the Toyota for widening the Corolla’s trunk opening. This is much easier for loading and unloading. Safety Both can claim five star safety ratings, but the Corolla has more airbags. When it comes to fuel economy, the Corolla has taken the lead with an Eco trim that scores 40 mpg/highway. Get pre-approved for financing. The 2015 Toyota Corolla is available now at McKinnon Toyota dealer serving Birmingham AL.

If you want a minivan, your choices are limited if you expect world-class safety. You can start your research with this brief evaluation of the 2015 Toyota Sienna and the 2015 Honda Odyssey. Ready for a test drive? You’ll find a selection at McKinnon Toyota dealer near Birmingham AL. New This Year Only the 2015 Toyota Sienna has been refurnished for the 2015 model year. Inside and out, it has been updated with premium materials and has once again earned the title of Swagger Wagon. Toyota engineers wanted to give it better handling, too, and they added 140 spot welds. Did it make a difference? AutoBlog reviewers said that they found the new Sienna to be more engaging than normal for a big minivan. Get loan pre-approval. Spaciousness Of course, both the Odyssey and the Sienna offer three rows. Each has a standard seven-seat set-up with an optional eighth seat. The Sienna claims a bigger overall cargo space. Engine Prowess The Odyssey V6 isn’t as powerful as the Sienna’s. The Sienna has 266 horses under the hood while the Odyssey must make do with 242. If you test drive the Sienna, you’ll notice that it is extremely responsive. Don’t you deserve a car that it is truly competitive in highway driving? Value your trade. Safety Both minivans earned five stars from the NHTSA. Both are IIHS Top Safety Picks. However, the Sienna is a Top Safety Pick PLUS due to its remarkable pre-collision protection system. Also, the 2015 Toyota Sienna offers all-wheel drive. It’s the only minivan to make this traction and handling device available to families. Now that you know more, try some hands-on research at McKinnon Toyota dealer near Birmingham AL.

How did Avalon become a top pick? Edmunds suggests that the Avalon is best because it blends comfort, quality, and durability into an unbeatable combination. Certainly the five editions add value at every price level. Are you looking for a deal? Find affordable prices at McKinnon Toyota. You can start with a no-strings trade evaluation. Best Attributes The Avalon offers the excitement of horsepower and the assurance of top-notch safety rankings. As Edmunds noted, this big sedan can do the 0-60 sprint in 6.4 seconds. The smart powertrain delivers a solid push from its 268 horsepower. It also offers excellent fuel economy. You can 31 miles per gallon on the highway. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration gave it five stars for safety. It also an IIHS Top Safety Pick. Find out about McKinnon's new lifetime warranty. Most Comfortable The Avalon is extremely comfortable, just as it should be, reports Edmunds. The plush ride quality adds to the cabin’s natural elegance. Leather-clad seats and premium trim add class. The driver enjoys a power chair, push button start and a helpful rearview camera. The Entune system adds HD Radio, Bluetooth and a helpful touchscreen. You can enjoy an interface with Entune Apps. You will find this Edmunds Top Pick at McKinnon Toyota dealer near Birmingham AL.