With a major emphasis on safety this year, it is only fitting that the Toyota brand should earn more Top Safety Picks for 2017 than any other automaker. Its cars have more airbags, more crash avoidance features or both. Schedule a test drive of your favorite at McKinnon Toyota dealer serving Montgomery AL.
Award Earners
To get Top Safety Pick Plus, you have to earn it. That’s just what the new Toyota Yaris iA sedan and Avalon did. How did they do it? Well, the Yaris iA sedan has eight airbags and class-exclusive standard city autobrake. Taking home the Plus designation, the Prius, Prius v, Camry, Corolla and RAV4 proved that their crash avoidance features really work on behalf of their passengers.
Expanding Safety
This year Toyota has added a standard autobrake, forward collision warning, and pedestrian detection to the Prius family and the RAV4 family. Surprisingly, it also adds these things to the Corolla, helping it lead its class. The Highlander now offers these crash avoidance features, too. The Tundra and Tacoma lead their class with eight airbags apiece.
Safety On Tap
A monocular camera and radar interact with electronics to create a blanket system. It watches for pedestrians, reacts to stopping traffic, and alerts drivers to lane departures. For the base price, many Toyotas offer:
- full-speed dynamic radar cruise control
- pedestrian detection
- blind spot monitor
- lane alert with steering assist
- automatic on/off high beams
- precollision system with
To make your family safer, find your next ride at McKinnon Toyota dealer serving Montgomery AL.
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McKinnon Reviews 2017 Toyota Highlander
When it comes to family rides, the 2017 Toyota Highlander leads the way. The newest edition has upped its performance to please the family driver. There’s much more safety as well with the addition of crash avoidance features. Learn about pricing and the latest specials from McKinnon Toyota dealer serving Montgomery AL.
Faster Fuel Efficiency
Few engines get faster and more fuel efficient at the same time. Toyota has managed it with the new V-6 with Direct Shift Automatic transmission. Horsepower rises by 25 to 295. Torque rises by 15 to 263 lb.-ft. The new eight-speed automatic adds two more gears for better ratios. Fuel economy jumps by three to 27 mpg highway. A stop-start system lets you choose to save fuel at redlights. Even the hybrid edition picks up more horsepower.
Smarter Safety
With eight airbags, you can bet the Highlander is all about taking care of your family. Going beyond protection, however, it is now offering a lane departure alert, a steering assist, pedestrian detection, forward collision warning and automatic pre-collision braking. All of these standards definitely position it at the head of its class in terms of prevention. These systems employ camera and millimeter-wave radar to assist the driver. Ready to go as fast or slow as the traffic allows, radar cruise control helps ease the stress of the parent in the driver’s seat. The special high beam feature automatically reduces or increase the light level to match road light conditions.
Schedule a test drive and check all of the good things it has to offer your family. You’ll find it at McKinnon Toyota dealer serving Montgomery AL.
McKinnon Reviews 2018 Toyota C-HR
There’s a new crossover coming to town. Toyota is setting a new trend with what it calls a coupe high-rider. The 2017 Toyota C-HR is an urban-dwelling crossover with a sports car attitude toward life. You can find out more at McKinnon Toyota dealer serving Birmingham AL.
Sports Car Attitude
The engineers in charge of this project were instructed to make sure that drivability was part of the crossover’s DNA. As such, the vehicle is extra lightweight and has a low center of gravity. A large diameter stabilizer bar and SACHS dampers improve front suspension response. SACHs shock absorbers help out the rear suspension. A Preload differential sends torque from the left to right wheels as needed, creating a more composed driving capability during low-speed maneuvers. A Sport mode adds to the crossover’s quick reflexes.
Style
The crossover reflects a racecar bias with its clear, commanding view of the road and intuitive access to instrumentation. An angled dashboard creates a driver-centric cockpit. Even the touchscreen has been repositioned to create a smarter line of sight. As for style, a varied diamond pattern dresses the front black headliner, the climate controls, and the speaker surrounds. For a better backseat, there are footwell cubbies for more footroom, scalloped seatbacks for more kneeroom, and a chamfered headliner for more height. Schedule a test drive.
Safety
Like so many Toyotas today, the C-HR packs a forward collision warning, pedestrian watch, and pre-collision automatic braking. It also has full-speed cruise control and ten airbags. Learn about pricing.
If you want the latest developments in automotives or you just want a sporty crossover, check out the C-HR at McKinnon Toyota dealer serving Birmingham AL.
McKinnon Reviews 2017 Toyota RAV4 Limited
The 2017 Toyota RAV4 Limited offers a value package of more upscale amenities that makes it very attractive to shoppers. As you decide which SUV is right for you, give the Limited a good look. You will like what you see. Find the latest RAV4 specials from McKinnon Toyota dealer serving Montgomery AL.
Better Standards
The Limited exterior wears roof rails and 18-inch wheels. Color-keyed mirrors are power-adjustable and power-heated. Inside the handsome cabin, Toyota’s lush leatherette, known as SofTex, trims the seats. The driver enjoys an eight-way power chair with lumbar support, memory and heat. Front passengers enjoy a four-way passenger chair with heat. An acoustic noise-reducing front windshield quiets the ride, and a moonroof lets light into the cabin. The height-adjustable power liftgate comes with jam protection to prevent injury to yourself or the kids. A package lets you get the Bird’s Eye camera system. On the dash, there’s a 4.2-inch multi-information screen.
More Tech Capability
Limited drivers enjoy Entune Premium Audio with the advantages of navigation and Doppler Weather overlay. An App Suite provides fast access to favorite features. Siri Eyes Free expands capability for iPhone users. HD radio and a backup camera are also on board. Cache radio lets you hear a favorite song again. Safety tech includes a blind spot monitor to complement the lane change assist and lane departure alert. RAV4 drivers also enjoy the benefit of automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection and a forward collision warning.
With so much to offer, the RAV4 Limited edition is a good reason to schedule a test drive at McKinnon Toyota dealer serving Montgomery AL.
McKinnon Reviews 2018 Toyota Camry
With the 2017 Toyota Camry on its way out and the 2018 Camry coming soon, this is a good time to shop for the nation’s most popular car at McKinnon Toyota dealer serving Montgomery AL. This best-selling sedan just keeps getting better.
Performance
The 2017 Camry enjoys improved driving dynamics, and the 2018 edition has been further improved with a new double-wishbone suspension and four-point engine mounts. With eight-speed automatic transmissions to help, both the I-4 and V6 will boost power for 2018.
Appearance
Bolder, the new Camry wears angular headlights, stretched taillights, a wide lower valance opening and a resculpted rear bumper. Inside the traditional dashboard has been replaced by an asymmetrical design. Engineers have made the steering wheel capable of telescoping closer to the driver as needed. The eight-inch touchscreen has been refined for better interactions. Exclusive to Toyota, a navigation app puts maps on your screen without the need for additional equipment. The tech roster now includes a JBL sound system and Wi-Fi capability. Find out about pricing specials.
Safety
Five-star federal crash ratings just tell part of the Camry’s story. This ten-airbag car has whiplash-lessening front seats. For 2017, it offered a package of crash avoidance features which are standard on the 2018. This consists of pedestrian watch, forward collision warning, and related automatic braking. Additionally, it includes a lane watch with an assist feature to straighten up the car when needed. Adaptive cruise control utilizes radar for greater precision. The newest feature is a 10-inch color head-up system to alert the driver.
Take a test drive of the Toyota Camry and learn more about the latest deals at McKinnon Toyota dealer Montgomery AL.
Celebrating the Corolla’s 50th Anniversary
Fifty years ago, the Toyota Corolla was first introduced. In the years since, it has become one of the nation’s leading small cars. In fact, it often outsells every rival. The keys to its success are value, spaciousness and quality. You’ll certainly find more advanced technology on the dash and under the hood. The Corolla is the first small sedan with standard crash collision avoidance technologies on the base edition and up.
Efficiency
Using the latest techniques for engine refinement, the Corolla powertrain earns 29 mpg city and 36 mpg highway. For commuters, this is one car that makes dollars and cents! You can schedule a test drive or just drop by McKinnon Toyota dealer serving Montgomery AL.
Dash tech
You don’t have to climb the trim ladder for dash tech unless you want to. The Corolla comes with a rearview camera and a touchscreen on every model. Other aspects include a USB/iPod port and Siri Eyes Free. You can opt for an Entune package with the unique Scout GPS app and streaming navigation or go for the larger navigation touchscreen.
Safety
When the Corolla introduced the first two-speed wiper, it was a big deal. This year Toyota has really gone the extra mile. The Safety Sense system is now standard acros the lineup. Even on the base edition, you get a pre-collision system with dynamic cruise control. Other features include a pedestrian watch, a lane watch, and a lane steering assist.
Financing
McKinnon Toyota offers loans and leases for our customers. Find out more with our online pre-approval form.
Find your Corolla at McKinnon Toyota dealer serving Montgomery AL.
Stay Safe with the 2017 Toyota Avalon
There’s no such thing as a perfect car, but the Avalon comes close with its excellent safety ratings and crash avoidance features. You can learn more about its capabilities when you schedule a test drive at McKinnon Toyota dealer serving Birmingham AL.
Top Crash Scores
The 2017 Toyota Avalon got all five stars when tested by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Is that surprising? Not really. It did the same in 2014, 2015, and 2016! Furthermore, the Avalon is the only large affordable car to be named a Top Safety Pick Plus. This included good scores on all crash tests, a superior rating for crash avoidance options, and an A for its LATCH carseat system. Get pre-approved for financing.
Reduce the Chances of a Collision
Slowing traffic can catch drivers off guard. As part of its dynamic radar cruise control system, the Avalon can automatically brake the car if it senses an imminent danger. This may not stop a collision but it is sure to mitigate the impact. There’s also a pedestrian detection feature that can help the Camry driver avoid hitting a walker or jogger. The lane watch keeps an eye on the lines, and a steering assist may correct the problem if a driver doesn’t react in a timely manner. Helping the driver, automatic high beams detect cars and lower the light for oncoming traffic within 2,000 feet.
The beautiful 2017 Toyota Avalon is ready to earn its spot in your family’s driveway. Top-notch safety seals the deal on this upscale ride packed with amenities and dash technologies. Find your new sedan at McKinnon Toyota dealer serving Birmingham AL.
Introducing the 2017 Yaris iA
There’s a new addition to the Toyota family. The 2017 Toyota Yaris iA is a sport sedan that is ready to take you where you want to go. You can test drive at McKinnon Toyota dealer serving Montgomery AL.
Curb Appeal
Available in a rainbow of colors, the Yaris iA wears a handsome chrome grille surround and other chrome trim. Higher trims add a piano black bumper treatment or special 16-inch alloy wheels. Valuable safety standards include power-adjust mirrors and halogen headlights. Get pre-approved.
Fuel Economy
The Yaris iA automatic earns 40 mpg highway while the iA manual manages a healthy 39 mpg highway. That’s just one way that Yaris iA pays you back.
Modern Tools
The Yaris iA comes equipped with the contemporary features you’d expect. Push button start is paired with a keyless remote. On the steering wheel, duplicate audio controls are at the driver’s fingertips. For comfort, the front bucket seats have driver-side height adjustments. For cargo, the trunk expands with fold-flat rear seats. Higher editions add popular amenities.
Top Dash Tech
Since everyone loves streaming audio, Toyota makes it standard on every Yaris iA. The basic Entune system includes a touchscreen and Bluetooth. In addition to wireless smartphone integration, you can hook up your smart devices via a USB port or an aux audio jack. Pandora, Aha, and Stitcher are favorite apps. There’s even a standard rearview camera. All of these features help the Yaris iA lead its class in dash technologies.
The Yaris iA is all new at McKinnon Toyota dealer serving Montgomery AL. You can learn more about its fine features when you get behind the wheel.
Introducing the 2017 Toyota Corolla iM
There’s a new hatchback at your Toyota dealer serving Montgomery AL. Toyota has expanded the Corolla family to include the 2017 iM. Here’s a quick summary of this vehicle’s best attributes. You can schedule a test drive and see for yourself why everyone’s talking about the newest Corolla.
Curb Appeal
The attractive new Toyota Corolla iM wears a honeycomb mesh grille. Piano-black accents liven up the look. The side mirrors can power-defrost and power-fold. Large 17-inch wheels help it stand taller.
Smart Design
Premium materials and an upscale dashboard pair up for the new Corolla iM. Attractive accent stitching and classic piano-black accents spice up the look.
Entertaining Tech
On the dash, there’s a 7-inch touch-screen for streaming audio. Favorite aspects include HD radio, Aha Radio, and Gracenote album art. You also get a rearview camera and a USB port.
Real Cargo Carrier
The hatchback increases Corolla cargo space to 20.8 cu.ft. The folding rear seat backs let you stuff even more boxes inside. The large hatch opens wide to accommodate bigger items than you could store in a sedan. Find out about pricing.
Best Features
Sometimes the best features are the ones you can’t see. There are eight airbags and Toyota exclusive whiplash-lessening seats to protect passengers. Furthermore, you’ll be happy to know that every Corolla iM packs Toyota Safety Sense C. This active crash prevention package includes a lane departure alert, automatic high beams, and a pre-collision system. You won’t find these important safety standards on any rival hatchback in this price range.
Now that you know more, meet the Corolla iM at McKinnon Toyota dealer serving Montgomery AL.
Get to Know the Toyota Avalon Hybrid
Whether you want a typical sedan or something that will surprise you, you’ll find both in the 2016 Toyota Avalon Hybrid at McKinnon Toyota dealer serving Montgomery AL. The quiet, stylish, sizable cabin offers the relaxing retreat that sedan buyers are looking for. Smart performance comes from the clever hybrid powertrain.
Go Fast
With 200 horsepower, the Avalon Hybrid really moves. Hybrid technology boosts fuel economy to 40 mpg combined. Drivers can cruise 700 miles before a fill-up. Schedule your test drive.
Basic Beauty
If you are looking for a premium product, you’ll love the soft touches and high quality materials in the Avalon Hybrid cabin. You get leather upholstery, a power chair, a sunroof, push button start, and a programmable thermostat. The Entune Audio Plus system includes a touchscreen and a rearview camera.
Higher Editions
On the XLE Premium, advanced dash tech includes Entune apps, navigation, a wireless charger, a blind spot monitor and a rear cross-traffic watch. The Limited goes further upscale with higher quality leather seating. The upgraded front power chairs add ventilation. Backseat riders gain heated seats, a power sunshade, and a rear programmable thermostat. Drivers will appreciate auto-dimming side mirrors, automatic wipers, and xenon headlights.
Safety
The Avalon Hybrid packs ten airbags. These helped it earn a five star federal safety rating. From lane departure warnings to pedestrian alerts, the Safety Sense package adds the crash avoidance features that modern drivers want. The pre-collision system works to mitigate crash situations. Get pre-approved.
You are invited to check out the luxuries and advanced technologies on the Toyota Avalon Hybrid. Make your choice at McKinnon Toyota dealer serving Montgomery AL.
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