Prius v, Camry and Sienna Are Best Family Cars of 2012


Parents magazine and Edmunds.com have named the Toyota Prius v, Camry and Sienna among the Best Family Cars of 2012.  To help parents save money, the publication favored vehicles that get great EPA mileage and represent the premier value in their class.  They paid close attention to kid-friendly features, while also keeping in mind that a smooth stylish ride makes everyone happy.

"The Prius v provides a stable ride," the editors wrote.  "The rear seats slide forward and back in two sections, so you can position a baby closer to the front while your grade-schooler gets more legroom.  The…
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New 2013 Toyota Camry NASCAR Racer Revealed

In developing its new stock car, Toyota Racing Development had only one goal in mind: make it look like the same 2012 Toyota Camry that's available to drivers near Marion. Did say succeed? If you ask anyone at Toyota Racing Development, they'll answer you with an enthusiastic "yes!" And now that we here at Marion Toyota have caught a glimpse of it, we're inclined to agree...

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Toyota Prius c Earns IIHS Top Safety Pick Award


The 2012 Toyota Prius c earned the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety's top award for good performance in front, side, rollover and rear impact evaluations.  The Prius c joins the Prius and Prius v as IIHS award winners.

Also receiving Top Safety Picks were the 2013 Chevrolet Malibu Eco, a midsize hybrid, and the 2012 Hyundai Azera, a large family car.  

To see the full list of 2012 IIHS Top Safety Picks, go to www.iihs.org/ratings.

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Toyota Sells 1,654 Prius Plug-In Hybrids in April

Seeing as how the Toyota Prius is the single most recognizable hybrid in the world, it's not hard to imagine that the Toyota Prius Plug-In would hit the ground with its wheels screeching to beat out its well-established competition within the quickly-expanding plug-in hybrid marketplace. Specifically, the all-new Prius Plug-In outsold both the Volt and LEAF in April, as combined sales of the Prius Family of Cars continues to impress...

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Toyota "100 Cars for Good" Finalists Announced

Last year the "100 Cars for Good" event was so successful that Toyota has decided to do it again.  If you haven't heard, the "100 Cars for Good" campaign gives away new Toyota models to hard working nonprofit groups. 

Applications were accepted earlier this year and Toyota has now got to the point where they've picked 500 finalists. That may sounds like a lot, but consider that Toyota received thousands...

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Americans Pick Toyotas as Highest Quality Cars in Yahoo! Autos Poll



According to a Yahoo! Autos survey, Toyota has regained its image among Americans age 18 to 64 as the automaker with the highest quality vehicles.  Of 1,000 people asked which automotive brand built the highest quality vehicles, Toyota came out on top with 13 percent, well ahead of others among the Top 5 Quality Brands.

Following behind Toyota was Ford.  Yahoo! Auto said Ford has managed to strengthen its image for high quality vehicles, but it has also struggled to train dealers and customers in how to use touchscreen controls and adapt to software updates, noting a recent spate…
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Toyota Certified Used - A Great Alternative



Toyota Certified used vehicles are a great alternative to buying a new car.  By purchasing a Toyota Certified used vehicle you get peace of mind knowing that it has gone through a rigorous 160 point mechanical and safety inspection, has been checked for previous damage and title branding with a Car Fax history report, and comes with a 7-year/100,000 mile limited powertrain warranty.
 
There are other great benefits like new car financing terms from Toyota Financial Services and 24 hour road side assistance. Find out more at ToyotaCertified.com and also check out our Toyota Certified Inventory
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Next-Generation Toyota RAV4 Spy Shots Reveal Upcoming Changes

If you happen to be in the market for a compact crossover or are going to be in the near future, then Marion Toyota, serving Marion, IL , has some exciting news for you. A next-generation version of the Toyota RAV4 has been spotted by a number of automotive journalists.

Though heavily camouflaged, the shots that have been snapped of the redesigned RAV4 do reveal a good number of details...

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Quick! What's the Fastest Selling Car in America?

Quick, what's the fastest-selling car in America?

Answer: the Toyota Prius C hybrid car, according to Edmunds.com's analysis of March sales and inventory numbers. The Prius C, the newest, smallest and least expensive member of the Toyota Prius hybrid family, barely has time to dirty its tires because the Prius C, which starts at $19,000, stays on the dealership lot only about eight days until a buyer drives it away.

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