Toyota Research & Reviews

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Make Overview:

Toyota is a Japanese brand whose refined, well-designed vehicles have earned it a great deal of popularity. Toyotas also have a superb record for reliability and durability, which goes a long way toward justifying their typically high purchase prices. For buyers who plan on owning their new vehicles for a long time, the Toyota marque is a very compelling choice.

The automaker's name is a variation of the surname of its founder, Kiichiro Toyoda. After years of research, Toyoda unveiled his first prototype, the A1, in 1935, marking the birth of the Toyota Motor Corporation. The '40s witnessed the launch of additional passenger cars and even a pickup. By the end of the decade, the automaker had produced more than 100,000 vehicles.

Toyota grew bigger in the '50s and expanded its roster with a slew of new small cars. The company also unveiled the utilitarian BJ truck; this vehicle was the precursor to the Land Cruiser. By the end of the decade, Toyota had commenced exports to the U.S. with the establishment of Toyota Motor Sales U.S.A., Inc. The first Toyota to be sold on American shores was the Crown; it held the distinction of being the first Japanese car to be sold Stateside.

The '60s witnessed even more growth for the emerging juggernaut. Toyota introduced the Corolla, an immensely popular model that is still in production today. Vehicles like the home-market Publica, the 2000GT, Hiace and Miniace were also launched. The decade closed with Toyota reporting annual domestic sales of 1 million units; cumulative exports also reached 1 million.

Japanese-market cars like the Carina, Light Ace and Publica Starlet were launched during the 1970s. In the States, the Corolla grew in popularity and the Corona and Mk II models debuted as well. The successful Celica sports coupe was also rolled out and would remain in production for more than 30 years. Toyota's shadow had spread far beyond Japan by this point. The decade's oil crisis had made the manufacturer's compact, fuel-efficient models more popular than ever in the United States. By the time the '70s drew to a close, the automaker had exported more than 10 million vehicles.

Toyota expanded its presence in the U.S. market during the '80s, with the introduction of popular models like the 4Runner SUV and the MR2 sports car. The true high point of these years, though, was the birth of the Toyota Camry sedan. Originally known as the Celica Camry in Japan, the car went on to be a hit of phenomenal proportions, earning kudos as America's best-selling car of the year time and time again.

During the '90s, Toyota rolled out the Avalon full-size sedan and expanded its selection of SUVs with the compact RAV4. By the end of the decade, more than 100 million Toyota vehicles had been produced in Japan. The company also proved itself on the cutting edge of new technology with the rollout of the Prius, the world's first mass-produced hybrid. The car debuted in Japan in 1997; by 2001, the fuel-sipping sedan had made its way to American highways. Despite the presence of a growing number of competitors in its segment, the Prius continues to boast class-leading sales.

Toyota's current lineup is relatively extensive, including minivans, cars, trucks and SUVs. The brand remains extremely popular among savvy consumers who place a high value on quality and dependability.

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  • Computerized Fiasco, Warranty Nightmare - 2017 Toyota Highlander
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    My wife wanted leather seats so we purchased the XLE model, which comes with electronic and computerized everything. Although we paid for it, we will never use nor did we want 80% of the electronic wizardry that comes in this model. Lots of computerized stuff equates to lots of opportunity for malfunctions. The radio is "speed-activated," meaning the volume is supposed to increase gradually as the vehicle speed increases to compensate for road noise . The radio in our highlander is defective. The volume erratically and abruptly increases and decreases at any speed, even while the vehicle is idling. Its enough to drive you nuts. The vehicle is under warranty so I told the dealership I wanted the system replaced in one visit. In response, I got a lot of rigmarole about protocol and was told the system would need to be removed and sent off for diagnosis. I told them this was unacceptable as it meant several 100-mile round trips to the dealership. To no avail. They arranged a Saturday morning appointment but then told us they would need authorization to replace the system and since Toyotas technical service office is not open on a weekend, they could not get the approval. The technician downloaded a software service pack that did not correct the problem. I called the Toyota "customer care" center to lodge my complaint and insist that the problem be corrected in one additional visit. It was like talking to a trained puppet. More rigmarole about protocol and "Im sorry you are being inconvenienced" and "I am unable to guarantee the problem will be fixed on your next visit." Protocol before customer service, always !! The vehicle also comes with "radar activated" cruise control. Although functioning properly in our vehicle, its the most worthless, vexing thing Ive ever encountered. Who wants a cruise system that slows the vehicle as it approaches another vehicle you intend to pass? Consequently, I have to manually turn off the radar system every time I use the cruise control. This is another example of just too much technology thats poorly thought out.

  • unresolved problems - 2003 Toyota Sequoia
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    The folks at Toyota should wear masks. Theyre robbing people on this truck. The interior is all plastic and cheap looking, Ive already had several problems with the roof/headliner area that are still not fixed, the climate control system has a mind of its own and lastly THE CUSTOMER SERVICE FROM THE DEALER UP TO THE CORPORATE OFFICE IS ABOMINABLE. Do yourself a favor and spend your money more wisely than I did.

  • My Review - 2004 Toyota Celica
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    I Love tha car a lot and i would recomed it to anyone

  • matrix - 2004 Toyota Matrix
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    Best car i ever brought

  • 04 Toyota Matrix XRS 6 speed - 2004 Toyota Matrix
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    Bought the car end of September 03 as an 04. Was about to take the silver one on the lot...however, it had 116 miles on it!! To top it off...after you got the car moving in 1st and pressed the clutch all the way..there was this whining sound!! terrible!! Needless to say, I took home another Silver Matrix XRS a few days later! I really wanted the GPS but wasnt willing to order it and get no discount on a car...hey its a Toyota.. wanted to see the GPS in action before taking one home w/ it.

  • CLUTCH SCREECHES:TOYOTA CANT FIX IT - 2000 Toyota 4Runner
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    I bought my 4Runner over other SUVs for Toyota quality. What a mistake. Ive driven clutch vehiches for 27 years and never had a problem till this one. The clutch screeches. The dealer has replaced the clutch 4 TIMES. Last time the factory representative told me the dealer had installed it incorrectly. Now, 6 months later, its screeching again. Dont buy this SUV. This is my last Toyota.

  • 2003 Tundra - 2003 Toyota Tundra
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    I love it. Drives better than my Benz. Highly reccomended to all, wife, kids, mother, the president, best friends, and of course myself. Seriously - I do not know of a better engineered vehicle.

  • Corolla Altis status - 2004 Toyota Corolla
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    It is a really nice lil car. I like it alot, and it is almost becoming as luxurious as the Corolla Altis in Taiwan.

  • glide ride - 2003 Toyota Camry
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    This is the most comfortable car Ive ever driven. Its ride is so smooth that I had to train myself to go the speed limit again. Id be traveling at high speed and not realize it until looking at the speedometer. We took a long road trip with 3 older children and I really appreciated the spacious back seating and so did they.

  • Toyota SE V6 - 2002 Toyota Camry
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    Classy and fun to drive, Large car feeling. Feel safe while driving.

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