All basic non-hybrid versions of the Camry come with a 158-hp 2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine, while the more expensive LE, SE, and XLE also offer 268-hp 3.5-liter V6 version. The Hybrid model is powered by a 2.4-liter 4-cylinder gas engine with a battery-powered electric motor, generating 187 hp in total. Reasonable power, but nothing extraordinary, the real magic is in the Camrys mileage, which Toyota conservatively sets around the 30/20 mpg mark in highway and city respectively.

Perhaps most notable in the Camry is it’s exceptional finish and high value entertainment and utility collection, if it’s not included as standard, it’s probably available for a reasonable extra fee.

The Camry is decent to drive, with good steering responsiveness and solid engine performance. Some may find the experience a little too removed from the road, but the luxury format is hard to fault.

Overall the 2009 Toyota Camry is a very worthy contestant for crown of the sedans this year, futuristic features which actually make a difference are always good talking points, and the car has an extremely solid and reliable build.

The new 2009 Matrix has been improved considerably from its parent generation, most notably it has now inherited a 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine from the Toyota Camry, which provides a far smoother and rewarding drive. There is still a 1.8-liter engine available, but we’d plump for the bigger block.

The Matrix styling has improved somewhat also, with sleeker lines and an altogether more aggressive look. This is complimented by a sporty interior, with decent quality metal and wood finishes enclosing some decent entertainment and navigation equipment. Most notably is a large built in GPS system, MP3/WMA playback software and satellite radio.

The 2009 Toyota Matrix is a nice alternative to the Corolla on which it’s based. Sportier, more luxurious and better looking, but a little more expense makes the Matrix well worth a look if you are searching for a car with Corolla pedigree but not so many Corolla looks!

The Corollas success is thanks to its decent looks, reliable parts and excellent fuel economy. These key features can only become more important to drivers in the modern economic and environmental climate, so it looks like Toyota chose the right time to re-model the car.

When you put your foot on the gas, the basic Corolla’s 132-hp 1.8-liter 4-cylinder engine will kick in and gently accelerate the car. There’s no amateur dramatics, no sparks or dynamite, just solid, reliable acceleration. It’s the same with the power steering which provides clean and effortless control over the vehicle. Nothing remarkable, but perhaps that alone is the Corollas greatest achievement?

If fuel economy, reliability and general longevity are your idea of the perfect car, then you can’t go far wrong with the 2009 Toyota Corolla. Enthusiasts will blanch at the over-powered steering and response times, but 30 million people probably know better.

The Yaris has always been cheap and cheerful. The 106-hp 1.5 liter 4 cylinder engine is modest, at best, and is teamed with a 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic transmission. The light frame of the Yaris means that it’s still rather nippy even with this low power, but highway driving becomes a bit of an ordeal.

Luckily there are plenty of safety features, like curtain side airbags, ABS and front side airbags to ensure some modicum of safety in the small car, but it’s obviously not designed for family or long distance travel.

The basic model is also starved for interior features, so much so that the mp3 playback function is worth mentioning. It’s also got a digital clock! Not the greatest family or distance car then, but who expected it to be? Anyone looking for a decent city runabout with excellent fuel economy and good parking prospects will do well with a 2009 Toyota Yaris.

The 2008 Sequoia offers several standard safety features, including front and side curtain airbags, and a tire pressure monitoring system. Its convenient Dynamic Laser Cruise control senses nearby traffic and adjusts the car’s speed accordingly. The Sequoia is a very safe ride as it also includes Vehicle Stability Control, Brake Assist and traction control availability. It keeps the family in mind as it comes standard with child seat restraints in the second row.

A chrome grill surround and rear spoiler add to the striking appearance of the Sequoia, while fog lamps and mud guards add to safety and convenience.

Interior comfort is provided by the Sequoia’s climate control and heated or air conditioned driver and front passenger seats, and a moonroof containing noise-reduction technology. The Sequoia also comes standard with an AM/FM CD system with WMA/MP3 playback capability. Bluetooth capability, a JBL Synthesis audio system and DVD navigation also are available.

Toyota includes a multi-information display with Optitron gauges in each Sequoia. This Toyota has towing capacity of 10,000 pounds, and choices between 4.7-liter or 5.7 liter, V8 engines. For added convenience, the 2008 Sequoia’s towing hitch is integrated into the frame as a single unit.

Toyota’s 2008 Sequoia is a vehicle that combines technology, safety and practicality, and is likely to be a top-seller this year.

The 2009 Matrix offers several standard safety features, including dual-stage front airbags, along with side and curtain airbags for passengers. Its novel electronic brake force distribution adjusts braking for better control on the road. The Matrix is technologically advanced, using its DVD navigation system to aid the driver in finding destinations digitally.

Roof rack, underbody spoilers and a coupe-like body style add to the striking appearance of this crossover design, while a low center of gravity offers a sense of acceleration.

Interior comfort is provided by the Matrix’s standard air conditioning and a 60/40 split fold-flat rear seats with anti-slip rubber. The Matrix also includes an AM/FM 6-dish in-dash changer with WMA/MP3 playback and satellite radio capability. Bluetooth capability, wireless technology and nine speakers in seven locations also are available for optimum quality.

Features like the Matrix’s Variable Valve Timing with intelligence, which helps the vehicle achieve better performance on the road, is proof that the Matrix is among a new breed of cars. This Toyota gets 26/32 mpg with the hybrid model, and the Matrix rides behind a 158-horse power, four-cylinder engine.

Toyota’s 2009 Matrix is a vehicle that combines technology, style and affordability, and will definitely turn the heads of car-buyers looking for something different early next year, when this model will be on the market.

The 2008 Sienna offers several standard safety features, including front, side and curtain airbags. Its Dynamic Laser Cruise control senses nearby traffic and adjusts the car’s speed accordingly. Other safety features include child-protector rear door sliding locks, showing it is family friendly, and a Tire Pressure Monitoring System.

Chrome accents on the front grille, power heated black outside mirrors and a roof rack contribute to the cosmetics of the Sienna. Power sliding doors with an electronic locking system add to convenience.

Interior comfort is provided by the Sienna’s three-zone automatic climate control a 60/40 Split & Stow third row seat. The Sienna comes standard with a digital quartz clock, an AM/FM single-disc in-dash CD player, WMA/MP3 playback capability and a mast antenna. Other options include a JBL 6-disc in-dash CD system and satellite radio capability. Bluetooth capability, wireless technology and two in-glass antennas also are available.

Toyota includes an information display in each Sienna including speedometer, tachometer, coolant temperature and fuel gauges with light blue illumination, and also LCD odometer and twin tripmeter. The Sienna rides behind the power of its 266-horse power, V6 engine, proving this van can get the job done.

Toyota’s 2008 Sienna is a van that combines safety, technology and affordability, making it a hard vehicle to pass by this year.

The 2008 Toyota 4Runner offers several standard safety standard features, including front and side curtain airbags and Vehicle Stability Control, which his designed to aid the driver under adverse road conditions. Its traction control and electronic brake force distribution help to make the 4Runner one of the safest SUVs on the road. Too, it keeps the family in mind with child-protector rear door locks and window lockout and child restraint system, which includes anchors and tether brackets.

Beam headlamps and a power tilt/slide moonroof with noise-reduction technology and sunshade add to the sleek appearance of the 4Runner, while hill assist controls add to convenience on this model.

Interior comfort is provided by the 4Runner’s climate control with rear ventilation and air filtration, and a 60/40 split fold-down second-row bench seat. The 4Runner also comes standard with an AM/FM CD with six speakers, in-glass FM diversity antenna and MP3/WMA playback capability. Bluetooth capabilities with wireless technology, satellite radio, and a DVD navigation system and rear backup camera also are available.

Toyota includes a multi-information display with time, fuel consumption, cruise range and temperature data. However, its 236-horse power, V6-engine, or 260-horse power, V8 engines prove that the 4Runner is powerful as well as practical.

Toyota’s 2008 4Runner is a vehicle that brings together affordability, safety and technology, making it a hard SUV to pass by this year.

The 2008 Camry Solara offers several standard safety features, including front, side and rear curtain airbags. Its Tire Pressure Monitoring adds to safety, letting the driver know when the tires are getting low. The Camry Solara, even with its striking appearance, is family-oriented with its rear-seat child restraint system and LATCH, a safety feature that drops tether brackets and anchors for children.

Halogen headlamps and LED taillights, and a power tilt/slide moonroof with sunshade contribute to the sleek body style and a power-retractable fabric convertible top is available on the soft-top model.

Interior comfort is provided by a defroster-linked air conditioning and climate control with air filtration, and a 60/40 fold-flat bench seat with adjustable headrests. The Camry Solara also comes standard with a digital quartz clock, an AM/FM CD 6-disc in-dash changer with WMA/MP3 playback and satellite radio capabilities and in-glass antenna, or body-mounted antenna for the convertible. Bluetooth capabilities and wireless technology also is available on the Camry Solara.

Toyota includes an information display with average speed, instant and average fuel economy, distance to empty and elapsed time functions. The Camry Solara comes at two power levels, including 155-horse power, 4-cylinder engine or a 210-horse power, V6 engine.

Toyota’s 2008 Camry Solara is a car that combines safety, style and affordability, making it one of this year’s most attractive new models.

The 2008 Camry Hybrid offers several standard safety features, including front, side and rear curtain airbags, and tire-pressure monitoring. Its novel Vehicle Stability Control assists drivers in maintaining control during adverse conditions. The Camry Hybrid, though sleek, contains a family-friendly design. It comes standard with child-protector rear door locks and a rear seat Child Restraint System, which lowers anchors and top tether brackets.

Halogen headlamps, a power sliding moonroof and a blackout sport grill add to the striking appearance of the Camry Hybrid. Convenient features include heated outside mirrors and integrated front fog lamps.

For interior comfort, there’s heated front seats, air conditioning and a 60/40 fold-down rear seat. The Camry Hybrid comes standard with an AM/FM CD player with WMA/MP3 playback capability and an in-glass antenna. Other options include a JBL 6-disc in-dash changer and satellite radio capability. Bluetooth capability, wireless technology, and up to six speakers for optimum FM quality also are available.

Toyota includes in each Camry Hybrid a multi-information display with ECO Drive Level, hybrid system energy flow, outside temperature, average fuel economy, driving range, average speed and travel distance since start. The Camry Hybrid’s system runs on 187-horse power, making it a powerful ride for a smaller vehicle. Another payoff is the fuel economy, with the Camry Hybrid getting 33/34 mpg.

Toyota’s 2008 Camry Hybrid is a vehicle combining safety, practicality and affordability, making it likely a top-buy for next year’s consumer.

The 2008 Yaris offers several standard safety features, including front, side and rear curtain airbags, and 3-point passenger seatbelt systems. Its novel ABS system with electronic brake force distribution adjusts braking to allow for better control on the road. Added convenience comes with remote controls for keyless entry with a panic feature, and the remote can also be used to open the fuel cap door, hood and trunk.

Halogen headlamps, color-keyed door handles and power outside mirrors contribute to the cosmetics of the Yaris, while integrated fog lamps and intermittent windshield wipers keep this a practical model.

Interior comfort is provided by air conditioning and a 60/40 split, reclining, sliding rear bench seat. The Yaris comes standard with a digital clock and an audio prep package including four speakers, and other options include an AM/FM CD player with WMA/MP3 playback capability, audio jack and LCD display screen. Cruise control and an interior map light also are available.

Toyota includes black-face Optitron speedometer, LCD odometer, twin tripmeters and fuel level gauge in each Yaris. The Yaris drives with its 106-horse power, 4-cylinder engine.

Features like the electronically controlled automatic overdrive, which allows for smoother shifting, show that the Yaris is among a breed of new cars.

Toyota’s 2008 Yaris is a car that combines technology, safety and affordability, making it a likely in-demand model for this year’s buyers.

The 2009 Corolla offers several standard safety features, including anti-lock brakes with brake assist and rear disk brakes. Its novel tilt and telescoping steering wheel make for an adventurous ride.

An integrated rear in-glass antenna adds to the Corolla’s novel look, while an acoustic noise-reducing windshield adds convenience to the model.

Interior comfort is provided with the Corolla’s standard air conditioning, near-flat rear floor and sliding center console. An enhanced design from previous model years provides the same amount of room, but has enhanced usability and storage. The model includes, for entertainment, the available JBL 6-disc in-dash CD changer with satellite radio capability. Bluetooth capability, an auxiliary audio jack and electronic power steering also are available.

Features such as independently illuminating map lights for the driver and front passenger show that the Corolla has advanced in its technology from previous years.

The Corolla, offering the same reliability, now comes with a new body style and increased interior and luggage room. The Corolla’s torque also is up with a 132-horse power, 1.8-liter dual engine keeps the Corolla riding fast, while in style.

Toyota’s 2009 all-new Corolla is a vehicle that combines technology, safety and affordability, making it a tough car to pass up when shopping for a new ride in the coming year.

The 2008 Highlander Hybrid offers several standard safety features, including front, knee and side curtain airbags, and side impact door beams. Its Downhill Assist Control makes off-road traveling safer as it is designed to help the driver maintain vehicle control and speed on steep, downhill descents. The Highlander Hybrid is designed with the family in mind, with features like child-protector rear door locks and Child Restraint Systems, which uses top tether anchors.

Chrome headlamp bezels and a unique hybrid grill with chrome surround contribute to the striking look of the Highlander Hybrid, while this SUV has practical features such as a UV-reduction glass windshield and a rear window with electric defogger and intermittent wiper.

Interior comfort is provided by the Highlander Hybrid’s dual zone climate control and a 40/20/40 second-row seat with armrest on outboard seats, fold-flat, recline, fore/aft slide adjustment and one-touch right-hand walk-in function. The Highlander Hybrid comes standard with AM/FM 6-disc in-dash CD changer with satellite radio capability and MP3/WMA playback capability. Bluetooth capability and a satellite radio option also are available.

Toyota has available in each Highlander Hybrid an Optitron red-illuminated instrument cluster with speedometer, tachometer, water temperature and fuel gauge meters. The Highlander Hybrid’s puts out 270-horse power, making it not only smart, but also fast. Also, its fuel economy gets about 26 mpg.

Toyota’s 2008 Highlander Hybrid is a vehicle that combines technology, affordability and safety, making it a high-demand SUV for next year.

The 2008 RAV4 offers several standard safety features, including front and side curtain airbags, and a 3-point seatbelt system in all seating positions. Its novel cruise control with brake deceleration lets the drive slow down while without turning off the control feature. The RAV4, though sporty, is designed with the family in mind. It has child-protector rear door locks, and a restraint system with tether anchors.

Halogen headlamps, chrome or black grilles and black roof rails and cross bars add to the striking appearance of the RAV4, while high solar energy-absorbing glass make it an advanced model.

Interior comfort is provided by the RAV4’s air conditioning with filtration and driver and front passenger heated seats, along with 50/50 third row seats with fold-flat-into-floor capability for additional storage. The RAV4 comes standard with an AM/FM CD player, MP3/WMA playback capability, and six speakers. Other options include a 6-disc in-dash changer, WMA-MP3 playback capability and up to nine speakers. Bluetooth and satellite radio capabilities also are available.

Toyota includes in each RAV4 an amber-illuminated tri-dial Optitron display including speedometer, tachometer and fuel gauge meters. There’s also an LCD odometer with twin tripmeters and seatbelt disconnect, airbag, door-ajar, battery, oil pressure, brake, and Vehicle Stability Control, which is designed to aid the driver in controlling the vehicle in adverse road conditions. The RAV4 comes with a 166-horse power, 4-cylinder or 269-horse power, V6 engine.

Toyota’s 2008 RAV4 combines technology, safety and affordability, making it one of this year’s most appealing SUVs on the market.

The 2008 Camry, available in a hybrid model, offers several standard safety features, including front, rear, knee and side airbags and curtain airbags. Its novel Vehicle Stability Control helps the driver keep a handle on the car under inclement road conditions. The Camry, though stylish, is designed with the family in mind. It comes standard with child-protector rear door locks and the LATCH system, which drops tether brackets and anchors for children.

Halogen headlamps, a power tilt/slide moonroof and chrome-tipped exhaust keep the Camry cruising in style, and fog lights along with heated outside mirrors add to practicality on this model.

Interior comfort is provided by dual climate control with air filtration and 60/40 split fold down rear seats. The Camry also comes standard with a digital quartz clock, an AM/FM CD player with WMA/MP3 playback capability and other options include a 6-disc in-dash changer and satellite radio capabilities and in-glass antenna. Bluetooth capability, wireless technology and up to eight speakers in six locations also are available.

Toyota also includes in each Camry an information display with ECO Drive Level, hybrid system energy flow, outside temperature, average fuel economy, driving range, average speed and travel distance since start. Camry also has a 4-cylinder, 158-horse power engine, or 147 horses for the hybrid option.

Toyota’s 2008 Camry is a vehicle that combines safety, technology and affordability, making it a hard to pass buy for this year’s consumer.

The 2008 Tundra, available with regular, double or CrewMax cabs, offers several standard safety features, including front and side curtain airbags, a 3-point passenger seatbelt system, and tire-pressure monitoring. Its novel rearview mirror provides an image of what’s behind the truck, a valuable asset to a vehicle of this size. The Tundra, though sporty in style, is designed with the family in mind. It includes child-protector rear door locks, and a child restraint system with top tether anchors for children.

Fog lamps and a chrome steel rear bumper add to the striking look of the Tundra, while mud guards and rear, sliding privacy glass add to convenience.

Interior comfort is provided by dual zone climate control with sync mode and a 40/20/40 split-and-fold bench seat with 4-way adjustable driver and passenger seats. The Tundra also comes standard with a digital clock and an AM/FM CD system with four speakers. Other options include a JBL 6-disc in-dash changer, audio jack and up to 10 speakers. Bluetooth capability, wireless technology and cruise control also are available.

Toyota includes multi-information display with feature customization, including current/average mpg, range, average speed, remote keyless entry system, power door locks, headlamp and illuminated-entry timer. It also is fast, with power levels of 236-horse power, V6 and 276-horse power, V8 engines.

Toyota’s 2008 Tundra is a truck that combines safety, practicality and technology, making it one of this year’s most appealing models.

The 2008 Highlander, available also in a hybrid model, offers several standard safety features, including front, side and knee airbags, and active headrests. To maximize off-road traveling for the non-hybrid model, Downhill Assist Control is designed to help the driver maintain vehicle control and speed on steep, downhill descents, and Hill Start Assist Control (HAC) helps to minimize backward rolling on steep ascents.

A smoked chrome grille surround, black-painted roof rails and a power tilt/slide moonroof with sunshade contribute to the style of this SUV. A rear glass hatch and rear window with electric defogger and intermittent wiper make the Highlander a convenient ride.

Interior comfort is provided by digital dual-zone climate control with air filtration and a two-row seating option, which includes front- and second-row seating and cargo area under-floor storage compartment. The Highlander comes standard with an AM/FM CD player with WMA/MP3 playback capability, and other options include a 6-disc in-dash changer, satellite radio capabilities and six speakers. Bluetooth capability, wireless technology, and up to nine speakers also are available.

Toyota includes a multi-function display, which includes a backup monitor clock, outside temperature, cruise information, warning messages and air conditioning. The gasoline model has a 209-horse power, V6 engine. For those interested in the hybrid, this model runs behind 270-horse power with its electric motor.

Toyota’s 2008 Highlander is an SUV that combines safety, technology and affordability, making it a hard model to pass up this year at the dealership.

The 2008 Prius, a hybrid model, offers several standard safety features, including front, side and rear curtain airbags, crumple zones and side impact door beams. Its novel DVD navigation system, which is voice activated, can find nearby destinations and give directions. The Prius, though sleek, is still designed with the family in mind. Proving that fact include features like LATCH, a restraint system that drops anchors and tether brackets, and child-protector rear door locks.

Halogen headlamps, a chrome-type finished grille and a rear deck spoiler contribute to the Prius’ striking appearance, while heated outside mirrors and fog lamps keep this model convenient.

Interior comfort is provided by the Prius’ steering wheel mounted climate control, and a 60/40 fold-down rear bench seat and adjustable headrests in all seating positions. The Prius also comes standard with a digital quartz clock, AM/FM CD system with six speakers, and other options include WMA/MP3 playback and satellite radio capabilities. Bluetooth capability, wireless technology and up to nine speakers with a JBL 6-disc in-dash system also are available.

Toyota includes a liquid crystal multi-information display panel with energy monitoring, fuel consumption, climate control, outside temperature and audio status modes. With its hybrid engine, the Prius racks up a total of 171-horse power on its 4-cylinder engine, electric motor and traction battery, while getting a fuel economy of about 46 mpg.

Toyota’s 2008 Prius is a car that combines technology, safety and affordability, making it an appealing model this coming year.

The 2008 Matrix offers several standard safety features, including front, side and rear curtain airbags, a 3-point rear passenger seatbelt system and side impact door beams. This spacious, sleek model is designed with the family in mind with features like child protector rear door locks and LATCH, which lowers tether brackets and anchors for children.

Halogen headlamps, a power tilt/slide moonroof with sunshade and color-keyed underbody spoilers add to the striking appearance, while an All-Weather Guard Package makes the Matrix a practical model.

Interior comfort is provided by air conditioning with filtration and a 60/40 split rear fold-down seat. The Matrix also comes standard with an AM/FM CD system with four speakers, and other audio options include a JBL 6-disc in-dash changer and up to six speakers. The Matrix is quite spacious, and provides ample storage standard with a rear cargo track system with eight adjustable tie-down hooks and under-deck storage compartment.

Toyota includes an information display in each Matrix including speedometer, tachometer with LCD odometer, twin tripmeters and outside temperature gauge, coolant temperature and fuel level gauges. The convenient Matrix rides behind the power level of its 126-horse power and 4-cylinder engine.

Toyota’s 2008 Matrix is spacious, safe and family-oriented, making it an appealing ride for this year’s consumer.

The 2008 Land Cruiser offers several standard safety features, including front, knee and side curtain airbags, and a tire pressure monitoring system, which alerts the driver when tire levels are critically low. Its novel 4WD Torsen limited-slip differential can sense if a tire loses traction and redistributes force to the front of the vehicle when needed. The Land Cruiser is designed with the family in mind with its child-protector rear door locks, and Child Restraint System, including top tether anchors and lower anchor points.

Color-coordinated front and rear bumpers and frame-mounted towing hooks add to the sporty appearance of the Land Cruiser, while integrated fog lamps and UV-reducing, green-tinted glass make it practical.

Interior comfort is provided by the Land Cruiser’s climate control and 10-way driver and 8-way front passenger power-adjustable heated seats. The Land Cruiser comes standard with JBL® AM/FM 6-disc in-dash CD changer, 14 speakers and FM diversity reception. Also available are Bluetooth capabilities, wireless technology and a power-tilt and telescopic steering wheel.

Each Land Cruiser comes equipped with a multi-information display with odometer, tripmeter, shift position, cruising range, fuel consumption, warnings, average speed, clearance sonar, and driving support functions including maintenance data. This Toyota’s power comes with 381-horse power and a V8 engine, making it one of the highest-torque vehicles on the road.

Toyota’s 2008 Land Cruiser combines innovation, safety and practicality, making it a must-have for the luxury-SUV buyer.