New Toyota Models

The all-new Toyota Venza is a large hatchback that has room for up to five people. It's available with four-cylinder or V-6 power and can have either front- or all-wheel drive. It also has a large helping of standard safety and comfort features. Competitors include the Ford Edge, Mazda CX-7 and Subaru Tribeca. The Venza hits dealerships late in 2008. 

Now in its fourth model year, the current Toyota Camry received a number of mechanical and styling tweaks as part of a mid-cycle update. Chief among them is a larger four-cylinder drivetrain, more standard safety features and updated styling with more differentiation for the Camry Hybrid. 

Now in its fourth model year since its last redesign, the 2010 Toyota Camry received a number of mechanical and styling tweaks as part of a mid-cycle update. The Camry Hybrid's drivetrain carries over unchanged, but it does get a few more unique styling cues. 

Unlike Honda when it redesigned its Civic small car a few years ago, Toyota didn't take any chances with the redesign of its Corolla for 2009. The new sedan looks a lot like its predecessor, but it does receive more standard safety features and can now be equipped with a more powerful four-cylinder engine. New Corollas hit dealerships in February 2008 and compete against the Chevrolet Cobalt, Ford Focus and Mazda3 in addition to the Civic. 

Toyota's Matrix gets a redesign for the 2009 model year that gives the hatchback a new look inside and outside, plus a choice of two four-cylinder engines. Available in February 2008, Matrix competitors include the Kia Spectra5, the Mazda3 and the related Pontiac Vibe. 

Sporting a similar shape but a completely new drivetrain and interior, the third-generation Toyota Prius arrives as a conventional hybrid that uses existing nickel-metal hydride battery technology. Toyota says it will eke out a combined 50 mpg. 

Toyota's midsize 4Runner is a truck-based SUV with available V-8 power and room for up to seven passengers. The SR5, Sport Edition and Limited trim levels are available. Similar truck-based SUVs include the Chevrolet TrailBlazer, Ford Explorer and Nissan Pathfinder, all of which have optional V-8 engines. 

The Avalon is Toyota's flagship large sedan. In fact, higher trim levels rival the Avalon's sibling from Toyota's sister brand, the Lexus ES 350, in terms of comfort, luxury and price. The Avalon is available in XL, XLS and Limited trim levels. Competitors include the Buick Lacrosse, Mercury Sable and Chrysler 300.  

The Avalon is Toyota's flagship large sedan. In fact, higher trim levels rival the ES 350 from Toyota's luxury brand, Lexus, in terms of comfort, luxury and price. The Avalon is available in XL, XLS and Limited trim levels. Competitors include the Buick LaCrosse, Ford Taurus and Chrysler 300. 

The 2009 Camry remains the perennial best-seller among midsize sedans. The Camry trim levels, in ascending price, are the base Camry, the LE, the sporty SE and the premium XLE. The Camry Hybrid, detailed in a separate report in the Cars.com Research section, falls somewhere between the SE and XLE in terms of standard equipment.  

The Camry Hybrid uses Toyota's Hybrid Synergy Drive, the system used in the Prius hybrid. The electric motor and four-cylinder gasoline engine combine to produce 187 horsepower with 33/34 mpg city/highway. Like most hybrid versions of existing gas-only models, the Camry Hybrid is based on one of its most expensive trim levels, and it falls somewhere between the uplevel SE and XLE's standard equipment. The Camry competes with hybrid versions of the Saturn Aura, Chevrolet Malibu and Nissan Altima (offered only in select states). 

The Corolla is available in Base, S, LE, XLE and sporty XRS trim levels. Competitors include the Chevrolet Cobalt, Ford Focus, Mazda3 and Honda Civic. 

Toyota's retro-styled FJ Cruiser SUV re-creates some of the 1958 FJ40's original charm. With seating for five passengers, the FJ competes with similar offroad themed SUVs, like the Nissan Xterra, Jeep Wrangler and Hummer H3.  

Toyota's retro-styled FJ Cruiser SUV re-creates some of the 1958 FJ40's original charm. With seating for five passengers, the FJ competes with similar off-road themed SUVs, like the Nissan Xterra and Jeep Wrangler. 

Redesigned last year, the Highlander receives a new four-cylinder base version for better gas mileage. A 3.5-liter V-6 powers most trims, while a gas/electric Highlander Hybrid is also offered. It's covered separately in the Cars.com Research section. Competitors to the five- or seven-seat Highlander include the Chevrolet Traverse, Honda Pilot and Mazda CX-9.  

The Highlander received a new four-cylinder base version last year. A 3.5-liter V-6 powers most trims. A gas/electric Highlander Hybrid is also offered. The hybrid is covered separately in the Cars.com Research section. Competitors to the five- or seven-seat Highlander include the Chevrolet Traverse, Honda Pilot and Mazda CX-9. 

The second-generation Highlander Hybrid gas/electric SUV was introduced in 2008. The Highlander can operate in an all-electric mode that can be used for limited distances. Five- and seven-seat models are available. Base and Limited trims are offered, and the hybrid is only available with all-wheel drive. Its competition is the Ford Escape Hybrid and Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid.  

The second-generation Highlander Hybrid gas/electric SUV was introduced in 2008. The Highlander can operate in an all-electric mode that can be used for limited distances. Five- and seven-seat models are available. Base and Limited trims are offered, and the hybrid is only available with all-wheel drive. Its competition is the Ford Escape Hybrid and Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid. 

The 2009 Land Cruiser is an eight-seat full-size SUV. It's larger than Toyota's Highlander and 4Runner midsize SUVs and smaller than the full-size Sequoia, and the Land Cruiser is more expensive than all three. At this size and price, competitors include the Hummer H2, Land Rover Range Rover Sport, Mercedes-Benz M- and GL-Class and the Porsche Cayenne S. "Land Cruiser" is a long-standing Toyota name; it was redesigned for the 2008 model year. 

The Land Cruiser is an eight-seat full-size SUV. It's larger than Toyota's Highlander and 4Runner midsize SUVs and smaller than the full-size Sequoia, and the Land Cruiser is more expensive than all three. At this size and price, competitors include the Land Rover Range Rover Sport, Mercedes-Benz M- and GL-Class and the Porsche Cayenne S. 

The 2010 Toyota Matrix is a compact crossover vehicle that can carry up to five people and plenty of cargo. The Matrix comes in a base version as well as S and sporty XRS trim levels. The Matrix competes with the Kia Spectra5, Mazda3 and related Pontiac Vibe. 

Now in its fifth year since a major redesign, the Toyota Prius is still the only dedicated hybrid model in America and remains the most fuel-efficient car. It is powered by Toyota's Hybrid Synergy Drive, in which an electric motor and gasoline engine work in concert to achieve maximum efficiency.  

Toyota's RAV4 is a sporty compact utility vehicle that can fit up to seven passengers. The RAV4 comes in front- and all-wheel drive; Base, Sport and Limited trim levels are available. Competitors in this segment include the Honda CR-V, Saturn Vue and Ford Escape. 

Toyota's RAV4 is a sporty compact utility vehicle that can fit up to seven people. The RAV4 comes with front- or all-wheel drive; Base, Sport and Limited trim levels are available. Competitors include the Honda CR-V and Ford Escape. 

The Sequoia is Toyota's largest SUV, and the full-size model was redesigned for 2008. The Sequoia is available with a choice of two V-8 engines, including a 5.7-liter V-8 that makes 381 horsepower. When properly equipped, the Sequoia can pull 10,000 pounds. Competitors include the Chevrolet Tahoe, Ford Expedition and Nissan Armada. 

The Sequoia is Toyota's largest SUV, and the full-size model was redesigned for 2008. The Sequoia is available with a choice of V-8 engines, including a new 4.6-liter V-8 and a more powerful 5.7-liter V-8. When properly equipped, the Sequoia can pull 10,000 pounds and seat up to eight people. 

The Toyota Sienna minivan's optional all-wheel drive and refined, upscale interior are among its notable traits. With room for up to eight passengers, the Sienna's competition includes the Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town & Country, as well as the Honda Odyssey, Hyundai Entourage and Nissan Quest.  

The Toyota Sienna minivan's optional all-wheel drive and refined, upscale interior are among its notable traits. With room for up to eight passengers, the Sienna's competition includes the Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town & Country, as well as the Honda Odyssey, Hyundai Entourage and Nissan Quest. Siennas are available in four trim levels: CE, LE, XLE and top-of-the-line Limited. 

The Tacoma is available in three cab styles: Regular Cab, Access Cab and Double Cab. Regular and Access Cabs come with 6-foot beds, while the Double Cab can be had with either a 5- or 6-foot bed.  

The Tacoma is available in three cab styles: Regular Cab, Access Cab and Double Cab. Regular and Access Cabs come with 6-foot beds, while the Double Cab can be had with either a 5- or 6-foot bed. 

Toyota went for the jugular in the 2007 model year when it introduced the second-generation Tundra. It sported the most powerful V-8 engine of any mainstream half-ton truck — exceeded only by the special edition GMC Sierra Denali — and all cab/bed configurations could be equipped to tow at least 10,000 pounds.  

Toyota went for the jugular in the 2007 model year when it introduced the second-generation Tundra. It sported a powerful 5.7-liter V-8 engine and six-speed automatic, and all cab/bed configurations could be equipped to tow at least 10,000 pounds. 

The Toyota Venza debuted for 2009 as a large hatchback that's based on the Camry with room for up to five people. It's available with four-cylinder or V-6 power and can have either front- or all-wheel drive. It also has a large helping of standard safety and comfort features. Competitors include the Ford Edge, Mazda CX-7 and Subaru Tribeca. 

The Yaris is Toyota's least-expensive model, and it's available in sedan as well as two-door and (new for this year) four-door hatchback styles. Model trims include base and upper-level S variants. Similarly sized compacts include the Chevrolet Aveo, Honda Fit and Hyundai Accent. 

The Yaris is Toyota's least expensive model, and it's available in sedan as well as two-door and four-door hatchback styles, the latter added last year. Similarly sized compacts include the Chevrolet Aveo, Honda Fit and Hyundai Accent.