2018 Toyota Tundra

We have learned that the all-new Toyota Tundra will debut on February 9, 2017 at the Chicago Auto Show.  We have no press releases or confirmations but this is what we are hearing about.

We are hearing that there will be subtle changes to the exterior.  There is no reason to believe there will be any wholesale changes to the outside appearance.  There should be some new designs for the headlights and front bumper along with the grill.  This should add to the toughness look factor.  The inside should have improvements to storage capability and materials.  They should find ways to improve the materials.  The rear seat will now fold up instead of reclining, so maybe you will see some hooks and cubbies for creative storage.

We also are hearing that the 2018 offering will feature the 8-speed transmission you see in today’s Land Cruiser.  This should be an easy adder for the automaker.  We either look for them to improve on the towing or fuel economy but it would be up to the design engineers.  We hope it will be on the fuel economy.  We think that can be done by using their D-4’s technology.  It will improve HP and torque as well as keeping the cylinders cleaner from carbon buildup.

They should top it off with a host of technology improvements like new IP setup, new apps for the infotainment system and a new radio head unit or change the existing one with added power.  We would also like to see more USB ports.  Also don’t expect them to be light on safety features.

We can’t wait until February.  For more info, come by Hixson Toyota of Leesville 11981 Lake Charles Highway Leesville, LA or give us a call at 337-239-3434 today!

2017 Toyota Rav4

Toyota has expanded the availability of advanced safety features including autonomous braking to eight of its 10 RAV4 models.  Mid-range GXL variants have also been upgraded with the addition of satellite navigation as standard, along with Toyota Link connected mobility and digital (DAB+) radio.

The safety technology is available as an option for the first time on automatic GX variants while remaining optional on GXL and standard on top-of-the-line Cruiser.  Buyers of automatic petrol GXL variants who select the safety pack can also specify dual-tone paint that adds a contrasting silver accent to the bumpers, wheel arches, door sills and side mirrors.

As part of the RAV4 changes, Cruiser all-wheel-drive (AWD) petrol and diesel variants gain the convenience of ambient lighting in the foot well and a two-position memory function for the leather-accented driver’s seat.  RAV4’s latest changes follow a substantial update late last year that included sleeker and more dynamic exterior styling, refreshed interiors, Euro 5 engines and the adoption of trailer sway control.

The suite of high-tech safety features includes a forward collision warning system” that can automatically apply the car’s brakes, even if the driver takes no action.  It also comes with active cruise control, automatic high beam, lane departure alert with steering assist, rain-sensing wipers, front parking sensors and a sway warning system to aid when towing.

Petrol AWD variants are all fitted with a six-speed multi-mode sequential-shift automatic transmission. Diesel AWD RAV4 is offered with manual or automatic transmissions for the GX and is automatic-only for GXL and Cruiser.

Get see more at Hixson Toyota of Leesville 11981 Lake Charles Highway Leesville, LA or give us a call at 337-239-3434 today!