2011 Toyota FT-86 G Sports Concept First Look

First up is a G Sports Concept version of the already concept Toyota FT-86, the Toyota and Subaru joint venture for an affordable sport car which has been dubbed the Toybaru. But this FT-86 gets a body treatment which includes a wider nose and big wheel arches, a carbon fibre bonnet with vents and a much bigger spoiler bolted on the back. Under the bonnet the 2.0 litre Boxer four gets a turbo added to give more power, but Toyota aren’t saying what. Best guess is somewhere north of 300bhp if you use the top end Impreza as a guide. Should make the FT-86 pick up its skirts and scoot, but doesn’t really fit in with the ethos of an ‘affordable’ sports car, which is what the FT-86 is designed to be.

The FT-86 G-Sports Concept features a sports suspension, new aerodynamic elements, lots of carbon fiber trim, and race-style Recaro seats in addition to its most intriguing feature--a turbocharged version of the 2.0-liter flat four found in the regular FT-86 Concept. The high-performance engine sends power to the rear wheels via a six-speed manual. The Toyota FT-86 Concept was originally revealed at the 2009 Tokyo Motor Show as a 2 + 2 coupe powered by a 2.0-liter naturally aspirated flat four. The non-turbocharged engine was said to have been chosen for its light weight and lower cost. The car is expected to head to production in late 2011 in Japan, with subsequent market roll-outs to follow, priced around the $25,000 mark.

The base vehicle of the G’s series is equipped with internal and external components that include sports suspension, aerodynamic parts and racing-style seats. A special focus has been placed on “driving seasoning” to make handling fun, through fine-tuning carried out by the GAZOO Racing test drivers who drove the Lexus “LF-A” in the 24 Hours Nürburgring race in Germany and developed the “iQ”-based “GAZOO Racing tuned by MN” (GRMN).

The new Toyota Sequoia 2010 review and specs

Toyota has launched it newest a 4-door, up to 8-passenger sport-utility, available in 11 trims, ranging from the SR5 4.6L 4X2 to the Platinum 4X4 FFV. Its Toyota Sequoia 2010.

Upon introduction, the SR5 4.6L 4X2 is equipped with a standard 4.6-liter, V8, 310-horsepower engine that achieves 14-mpg in the city and 19-mpg on the highway. The Platinum 4X4 FFV is equipped with a standard 5.7-liter, V8, 381-horsepower, flexible fuel engine that achieves 13-mpg in the city and 18-mpg on the highway. A 6-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard on both trims.

The comfort of the ride is great in the new Toyota Sequoia. You know you're driving and with radar cruise it makes for easy highway driving or ini the jungle. I think the Navigation system is a breeze to use. The low fuel light is out of sight, but just hit the info button after setting the cruise and leave up the miles to empty. You can clearly see when you are getting low. The second row is just as comfortable as the first. Heated, sliding and reclining seats make for a great ride. Not to mention you have a household outlet for plugging in your laptop or game as you ride. The window have privacy shades built into the door so you can put them up and down whenever you want.

The only real con I can see is the headroom in the first row. I'm 5'10" and have about 4" of clearance. Somebody a little taller might not feel comfortable having their head so close to the roof of the truck. I had about 8" headroom on the 04 Sequoia.

  

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Toyota FT-86, Concept car with red neon indicator

Toyota FT-86 is one of the concept car equipped with different technologies compared to other Toyota products. When other cars offer hibrid plug-in and electricity, Toyota FT-86 is using pure gasoline engine.
The interesting features of FT-86 or Future-Toyota Hachi Roku as compact sport car (4.160 mm long) is on the engine. Toyota FT-86 is powered by boxer 2000 cc engine with 4 cylinders. So far Toyota never use boxer engines. The only one of Japan manufacturer that using boxer engine is Subaru. That's why this time Toyota must be using the Subaru engines.

Toyota describes about red neon color, 6 manual transmission and ADVICS brake plus rear wheel drive system. FT-86 is the new creation from Toyota Europe Design Development. The main thing in this design is the body curve with low posture and its aerodinamic.

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The best SUV Toyota 4Runner 2010 short review

For SUV Toyota lover like Prado, there is a facelift version launched early this month. Also there is New Lexus that introduced in Frankfurt motor show, Germany and the last one is Toyota 4Runner ready to boost in 2010 market.

4Runner first launced to the market in 1984, this car has wider dimension, longer and higher from previous model. Toyota made many improvements to this SUV so it can carry more friends and family.

4Runner 2010 will be available in three different models, 2WD, 4WD part time and 4WD full time equipped with locking center differential. The interesting part is that in fact this 4Runner can carry 7 passengers because there is additional seat, but its not a standard.

Toyota 4Runner 4WD (4x4) powered by 4.0L engines with maximum power at 270 horsepower, automatic transmission, 5-speed ECT. For 2WD type 2.7L engine is used and result in 157 horsepower.

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2009 Toyota Land Cruiser

Upon introduction, the Land Cruiser is equipped with a standard 5.7-liter, V8, 381-horsepower engine that achieves 13-mpg in the city and 18-mpg on the highway. A 6-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard.
Car is generally very good with very reasonable maintenence and service costs are pretty cheap. Didnt like the brake light so put lexus brake lights from the accesories shop. one thing about this car is the accesories you can put. it really makes the car a head turner.
But its almost as expensive as a bmw X5, lexus models, merc models. so sometimes you just have to make up your mind. But if you want a all rounder car then this is generally the best choice. I tested almost all cars in this price range including GMC Yukon, Chevy Tahoe, Merc ML, BMW X5, Cadillac Escallade EXT, Nissan Patrol safari. I previously owned a Porsche Cayyenne Turbo 'S' & i must say that i dont miss any featured in my new 'VXR'. Excellent features but ofcourse the performance could be better.... But overall a perfect choice.

Toyota Highlander Hybrid 2009 Review and Specification

The 2009 Highlander Hybrid is a 4-door, up to 7-passenger sport-utility, available in two trims, the Base and the Limited.

Upon introduction, both trims are equipped with a standard 3.3-liter, V6, 209-horsepower, hybrid engine that achieves 27-mpg in the city and 25-mpg on the highway. A variable speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard.

Redesigned last year, the Highlander Hybrid offers a spacious interior, smooth ride, and refined hybrid powertrain. However, some feel its price is too steep compared to the non-hybrid Highlander. Still, both models win our Best Midsize Crossover for the Money award for 2009 for their all-around livability and value.

The Highlander Hybrid remains unchanged for 2009. It's perceived as an excellent family vehicle, but it demands quite a premium over its gasoline-powered counterpart -- and even over other hybrids. For less expensive alternatives, consider the Ford Escape Hybrid and Saturn VUE Hybrid. "Although the Highlander hybrid costs several thousand dollars more than the standard Highlander, the fuel efficiency and ego-inflating nature of the hybrid version might just be worth it to some buyers," says Car and Driver. "Fortunately, everything we like about the regular Highlander is present in the hybrid version: excellent interior versatility, a strong powerplant, carlike refinement, and a handsome and spacious interior."

Toyota Camry 2010 Review and photos

MSRP
$19,395 - $29,045

The 2010 Camry is a 4-door, 5-passenger family sedan, available in 10 trims, ranging from the Camry-Grade 6-Spd MT to the XLE V6 6-Spd AT.

Upon introduction, the Camry-Grade 6-Spd MT is equipped with a standard 2.5-liter, I4, 169-horsepower engine that achieves 22-mpg in the city and 33-mpg on the highway. A 6-speed manual transmission with overdrive is standard. The XLE V6 6-Spd AT is equipped with a standard 3.5-liter, V6, 268-horsepower engine that achieves 19-mpg in the city and 28-mpg on the highway. A 6-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard.

A 169-horsepower 2.5-liter inline-4 is the base engine, and the SE receives a 179-hp version of the same engine. A powerful 3.5-liter V6 (268 hp, 248 pound-feet of torque) is available on all trims except the base model. Transmission choices for the four are a six-speed manual or six-speed automatic (standard on XLE), while the V6 sends its power through a standard six-speed automatic. A gas-electric hybrid Camry is also available and, along with 192 hp, it offers EPA estimates of 33 mpg city and 34 mpg highway.

On the road, it's more than capable. Power on demand moves this big mid-size with a quiet purr. It's probably the only Camry trim that can be mistaken for a "drivers' car", letting you leave rubber on the road if you ask. The steering is meaty and precise. Select shift is standard, letting you set your gear limits, but the AT has sufficed for me. The suspension is tighter than the standard Camry, which has always sort of floated over the road. This ride transmits the feel of the road to the driver, and it absorbs shocks more quickly. There is less body roll in tight turns.