Monday, February 16, 2015

2016 Toyota Tacoma Access Cab revealed along with more details | Northridge Toyota

The Toyota Tacoma stepped behind the curtain for a makeover, and has emerged for 2016 with an appearance both chunky and menacing, plus lots of new tech and features. We've already seen its exterior, but some details we didn't get are that there will be a new locking tailgate that can lower itself slowly, without slamming, an available tri-fold hard tonneau, and four new wheel designs. Supporting that will be a stiffer frame with more high-strength steel and additional hot-stamped, ultra-high-strength steel in a lighter bodyshell.

Engines will come in two flavors, either the carryover 2.7-liter four-cylinder or a brand new 3.5-liter Atkinson-cycle V6 that utilizes both direct and port fuel injection. The four-pot only can only be had with a six-speed automatic transmission - one extra gear than before - with electronic shifting, the sixer can be specified with that or a six-speed manual. We haven't been given numbers yet, but Toyota says the new truck is "more powerful and fuel efficient," meaning we expect a raise on the 236 horsepower of the current 4.0-liter V6.
The dash is laid out with a driver-focused "handlebar" theme, finished with soft materials and metallic accents. Tech options include push-button start, Qi wireless charging, a Multi-Terrain Select system, and blind-spot detection with Rear Cross Traffic Alert, while luxury is attended to with a power moonroof and leather-trimmed seats. To aid the ambiance, engineers improved the seals, added an acoustic windshield, a sound-absorbing headliner and a floor silencer pad to make the cabin quieter. The suspension has also been retuned to deliver a smoother ride and provide more travel. One neat convenience touch: a GoPro mount next to the rear-view mirror.

Five trims will be offered when it goes on sale: SR, SR5, TRD Sport, TRD Off-Road, and Limited.

Wednesday, February 4, 2015

2016 Toyota Avalon – hybrid, review, changes, refresh | Northridge Toyota


Dear lovers of cars from a full-size sedan category, we inform you that the market will soon find a new 2016 Toyota Avalon. Its turning on many cars will push into the shade, and most of its biggest competitors, Honda Accord and Ford Fusion. This excellent car is known for its large and comfortable cabin, and with this new model will gain improvements in terms of the latest systems and technologies, as well as more beautiful designs. All this should not affect the expansion of the list of buyers of this model, because it will remove all the shortcomings of earlier. With the new model will apparently come and hybrid versions, and this will be a big hit for this model if it is true. The new Avalon will have four different trim levels. These are: XLE, Touring, Premuim XLE and Limited trim the level.

Under the hood of the new 2016 Avalon will be known 3.5L V6 engine with 268 hp and 248 lb feet of torque, which is paired with a six-speed automatic transmission. This engine was previously very popular and there was no need to change it. Acceleration from 0 to 60 mph is estimated at six seconds. Estimated fuel economy is 21 mpg in city driving and 31 mpg on the highway. The story goes that the Toyota Avalon Hybrid to offer better mileage of around 40/30 mpg. Moreover, Toyota is going to offer a hybrid electric version of the 2016 Toyota Avalon which will be propelled by the Hybrid Synergy Drive train like that found in the Camry Hybrid. EV mode, Eco mode and the HVAC energy use.

In view of the exterior of the new 2016 Toyota Avalon can say that there will be quite redesign and therefore he will have a bit more modern line than before. The full-length will be lower by about 2.5 inches. The offer will be completely new grilles, like the one that is on the model Camry. Changes will be evident in the area of ​​the rear window, which will be smaller than before. We’ll mention a contemporary mirrors and we will not dwell on this topic and other minor details changed.
Inside the cabin, the new 2016 Avalon will be even more space than its predecessor. The capacity of the cabin for five adults, who will have complete comfort in the true sense of the word will be able to sleep in such a space. The new dashboard will dominate the cabin and within it will be offered 6.1-inch touch screen through which will control all systems and accessories in a very easy way. All this will be the driver, and passengers ride make a real pleasure. It will also be offered leather seats that will have the possibility of heating.