2022 Toyota Venza

 If you are looking for less pain at the pump and don’t want to go “total EV”, then consider the Venza from Toyota.  This Venza midsized crossover offers the best of two energy sources with a perky gas engine and three electric motors that return a fuel sipping 39 mpg combined.  Other advantages are that the Venza comes standard with AWD and looks like a Lexus.  No matter which trim you choose, the Venza is sleek, curves in all the right places with a sharp looking coupe-like roofline that makes it a head turner. 

You will nod your head in agreement when you first see the 2022 Toyota Venza up close and personal with the friendly folks at Hixson Toyota located at 11981 Lake Charles Highway in Leesville, Louisiana or by calling the dealership at 337.239.3434 and find out if it meets your expectations. 

Upon your inspection you will also discover that the interior has premium touches with comfortable seats and a dash and seats wrapped up in synthetic leather in most models. The front power-adjustable buckets have ample support and even the back seat passengers have generous leg room. Cargo capacity is adequate for most families as you can fit seven carry-on suitcases behind the rear seat and 18 when the seat is folded. 

For your safety, Toyota offers a slew of standard driver-assistance features and a host of modern amenities, which includes a new slick electrochromic panoramic sunroof.  Everything you need for communication and entertainment is at your fingertips with an 8-inch or the available 12.3-inch touchscreen which proudly sits atop of the Venza’s dashboard. 

No matter which display is chosen you get Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Sirius XM and Amazon Alexa connectivity are all standard.  Automated emergency braking with pedestrian detection, lane-departure warning and adaptive cruise control are also standard with the Toyota Venza.  It is only offered as a hybrid with all-wheel drive.  How it delivers 40 mpg city and 37 mpg highway which is almost double the ratings of some other two-row mid-size SUVs is through a gas engine and electric motors.  The setup is comprised of a 2.5-liter four-cylinder gas engine and three electric motors which together generates 219 feisty ponies.  One of the electric motors power the rear wheels and the other two work together to spin the front wheels.  That combo can get you to 60 mph in about 7 seconds and has enough grunt to pass or enter the expressways without hesitations. 

The Toyota just checks all the boxes from being a fuel sipper to curb appeal.  No time like the present to check one out and save a bundle at the pump.

Pre-Owned 2021 Toyota Camry SE Sedan

 

Hixson Autoplex of Leesville is honored to present a wonderful example of pure vehicle design... this 2021 Toyota Camry SE Nightshade only has 16,797mi on it and could potentially be the vehicle of your dreams!

Your buying risks are reduced thanks to a CARFAX BuyBack Guarantee. Outstanding fuel economy and sleek styling are two great reasons to consider this Toyota Camry.

The Toyota Camry SE Nightshade will provide you with everything you have always wanted in a car -- Quality, Reliability, and Character. There are many vehicles on the market but if you are looking for a vehicle that will perform as good as it looks then this Toyota Camry SE Nightshade is the one!

All-New Toyota Sequoia

 Much like the coastal redwoods after which it is named, the all-new 2023 Sequoia makes an immediate, indelible impression. The three-row SUV is all-new from the ground up, and it aims to elevate the full-size segment with luxurious comfort, impressive technology, and breath-taking performance from an efficient new hybrid powertrain.

On the surface, the “Sequoia” name is befitting of this large SUV because of its size. Peeling back the symbolism a bit more, the species of tree is not only the largest in the world but it’s also one of the strongest and most stout, known for its longevity with some being nearly 2,000 years old. Seeing the forest for the trees, the “Sequoia” name for Toyota’s largest SUV represents its stature in addition to its long-lasting quality, durability and reliability. The all-new 2023 Toyota Sequoia is projected to be available in summer of 2022.

Premium and Powerful

This third-generation Sequoia is completely redesigned and worthy of the “all-new SUV” description. All 2023 Sequoias will feature the powerful twin-turbo V6 hybrid i-FORCE MAX powertrain. First unveiled on Tundra, this exceptional hybrid produces 437 horsepower and 583 lb.-ft. of torque.

i-FORCE MAX isn’t just big on power, as this cleverly engineered powertrain features a unique motor-generator within the bell housing between the twin-turbo engine and the 10-speed automatic transmission. This design provides both maximum performance and amazing efficiency, and it is designed and built with heavy-duty performance and demand in mind. Fuel economy estimates are not available at this time, but the i-FORCE MAX’s output it is expected to be extremely competitive at the top of the segment – and a huge improvement over the previous generation.

Sequoia will be offered in 2WD or the available part-time 4WD system on SR5, Limited, Platinum, and Capstone grades. TRD Pro will be offered only in 4WD. The part-time 4WD system relies on a transfer case, controlled via a lever on the center console, to select between 2WD, 4WD high, or 4WD low.

Visit Hixson Toyota of Leesville at 11981 Lake Charles Highway in Leesville, Louisiana or online at https://www.hixsontoyota.com/ for all the latest and greatest Toyota vehicles.

Need more room for that holiday road trip? The #Toyota #Sienna is perfect for hauling family and gifts! Get yours at Hixson Toyota today!

 

2021 Toyota Sienna

 So you and yours enjoyed the long-awaited vacation excursions relaxing on the beaches or hiking in the mountains.  But, you discovered that your so-called family vehicle just wasn't up to the job due to lack of space, power, and so on.  As he said in the Jaw's flick...we need a bigger boat or in your case a larger family hauler.  Enter the SUV-looking Toyota Sienna hybrid minivan that even offers AWD in its fuel-sipping 35mpg hybrid with a cavernous cabin that will handle a large family with abundant cargo space.  

The Sienna also brings a very handsome exterior purportedly inspired by Japan's bullet train with aggressive styling. Its raised hood, huge grille, squinty headlights, sculpted lines, and muscular wheel flares give the Sienna an SUV/sporty appearance. The rear end continues that theme with the looks of a Toyota Supra. Besides the macho styling, the door hinges and slides have been re-engineered to bury the sliding channel below the rear side window frame.

  

You will nod your head in agreement when you first lay eyes on this new Toyota Sienna hybrid with the friendly folks at Hixson Toyota of Leesville located at 11981 Lake Charles Highway in Leesville, Louisiana, or by calling the dealership at 337.239.3434 and see first-hand if it meets your expectations.  

When your crew steps inside they will be impressed with its cool features like comfortable seats, a very spacious center console, and gobs of storage places throughout the cabin with up to 18 cup holders.  Even your second and third seat passengers get comfy rooming seating with either reclining twin captain seats or a bench that slides up to 25 inches.  Legroom has increased for the rear occupants and headroom for even the six-footers.  

It packs a ton of standard and available technology features handled by a standard 9-inch touchscreen for your communication and entertainment desires.  Which includes Apple CarPlay, Android Auto. Amazon Alexa and Sirius XM and a USB media port, six USB charging ports throughout Sienna's cabin. 

The new Sienna can also be a family workhorse as it is capable of carrying a full 4x8 sheet of plywood with the tailgate closed.  Another big plus is this Sienna is just fun to drive.  Behind the wheel, the handling is stable, secure and the steering is quick and precise thanks to Toyota's TNGA-K platform and a new multilink rear suspension.  The ride is quiet unless you have your child's basketball team riding along.  

This new Toyota Sienna just checks all the boxes from a sporty-looking family hauler to a gas-sipping hybrid.  No better time than now to check one out and find out why Consumer Report gave very high scores in owner satisfaction. Just a reminder that holiday travel is coming quickly.