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Toyota Rumion 2021 Pricing and Spec

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Most drivers on our roads will recognise the Toyota Avanza, the seven-seater people mover small MPV which has been on our roads for two generations. Well now the Avanza has made way for the Toyota Rumion a much-improved vehicle catering to evolving customer’s needs and a good fit for both leisure and business customers. This will be the third joint venture with Suzuki following the success of the “Starlet” and “Urban Cruiser”, both of which have achieved significant sales levels in a short space of time. The newcomer retains the…

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Toyota Land Cruiser 300(2021) Price and Spec

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Toyota Land Cruiser 300 Probably considered the best in its class the Toyota Land Cruiser 300 has arrived on our shores. It’s been 14 years since the model has had a design change resulting in the all-new designed LC300 representing the new age of Land Cruisers. The 300 has certainly moved forward from the 200 in style terms with the front façade featuring a large and prominent radiator grille with sculptured rectangular headlamps on each side. While the unmistakable box-look remains the 300 has greater dynamic presence with a sense…

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70 days to Corolla Cross

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70 days to Corolla Cross Another sign of the times in car buyer’s habits is the move away from the normal four door and boot sedan car to a SUV. And if you are Toyota and have been selling the ‘World’s best-selling car’ the Corolla sedan in South Africa since 1975, then you really need to adapt to the new demand. Introducing the all-new Toyota Corolla Cross SUV poised to take the Corolla brand into the ‘new-age’. To keep with the move towards ‘New energy vehicles the Corolla Cross will…

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Exciting new Toyota Land Cruiser 300 breaks cover

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Over the last decade the decline in demand for a normal four door sedan automobile has been replaced with the rise of the modern SUV. No one wants to buy a saloon car anymore everyone wants a Sports Utility Vehicle even if its just to park on the pavement. At the top end of the large SUV segment along with the Range Rovers etc is the very sought-after Toyota Land Cruiser. A vehicle which has always been popular in South Africa and now making its much anticipated debut on the world stage, the Toyota Cruiser 300. The…

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Toyota Prius (2021) Spec and Pricing

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The Toyota Prius is no stranger to the automobile market especially on the global stage where celebrities have made it an icon. Now in its 4 th – generation it continues to stand out from the crowd. Going into 2021 the Prius has been outfitted with some notable upgrades and enhancements aligning it with other premium models in the Toyota stable. Keeping Safety top of mind Toyota Safety Sense (TSS) has been added bringing with it an array of safety aide including Pre-Crash System (PCS), Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), Automatic High Beam (AHB), Blind Spot Monitor…

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Toyota Urban Cruiser(2021) Spec and Pricing

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In South Africa Toyota dominates the large business and Leisure SUV segment with the Hilux and Fortuner line-up. To address a gap in the small SUV segment, Toyota SA will extend its model offering by introducing the Toyota Urban Cruiser. It’s important to note at this time like the recently launched Starlet, the new Urban Cruiser also comes from the Toyota-Suzuki alliance and is really a re-badged Suzuki Breeza. The customer advantage of this partnership is the comprehensive dealer support, customer service and parts supply network Toyota SA can deliver. The new variant aims at the…

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Toyota Fortuner Price and Spec(2020)

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Most South Africans will associate the Toyota Fortuner as one of most popular SUV vehicles bought by local consumers in this segment. Over the years since 2006 the Fortuner has entrenched itself as a top choice in the marketplace. Now in 2020 the second generation seven-seater offers more appeal to its buyers by upgrading its styling, luxury and features. The exterior has been re-styled by the design team, with enhanced front larger blacked-out grille with wave like mesh pattern. (gloss finish on the VX model). A silver-accented skid plate underrun projects a tougher more integrated…

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Countdown to New Lexis IS(2020)

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The first quarter of 2021 will see the South African launch of the new Lexus IS. The local line-up of the re-styled Lexus IS sports sedan will comprise three model derivatives, all projecting new levels of design, luxury, imaginative technology and leading driving dynamics. The new innovated design projects a very sporty style. The Spindle Grille features a three-dimensional structure that originates from the foremost tip of the grille, combining with a mesh pattern to achieve a sporty impression. Two models feature as standard 18-inch alloy wheels replacing the 17-inch on previous models. The top of…

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Toyota Landcruiser Prado new 2.8 Turbo Diesel Engine(2020)

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As customers demand a rugged luxury SUV with proven durability the Toyota fourth-generation Prado comes to mind. Launched in 2009, the Prado continues to sell strongly in global markets. More reason to introduce a significant upgrade with more power and torque as well as multimedia technologies. An additional 30 kW of power and 100 Nm of torque derived from the switch to the new generation 2.8-litre GD-6 turbo engine mated to a six-speed automatic transmission (previously five-speed). Improved fuel efficiency realised through optimised pistons and piston rings, changes to the cylinder block and head. Higher fuel-injection flow…

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Toyota Hilux – Tougher more advanced(2020) Specs and full pricing

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The Toyota Hilux “Bakkie” is well loved by South African consumers and has enjoyed the number one best-selling title in its segment for many years. With the Ford Ranger hot on its heels consistently achieving position number two, it is always a good strategy to upgrade the Hilux line-up and offer more value to the potential buyer. To this end the model range and upgrade strategy has been revised in keeping with evolving market trends. The largest change is in the mid-range where the SRX is replaced by the “Raider”. In summary the SRX and the Raider…

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Suzuki Baleno updated for 2020

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The popular Suzuki Baleno range of models has just had even more safety features added to the already jam-packed array of systems. Electronic stability program (ESP) is now standard in all variants across the range. The ESP system combines stability control and traction control into one seamless safety system that prevents the vehicle from losing traction. The system senses danger then controls engine output and selective braking on different wheels. This is especially valuable in wet or slippery conditions or when the vehicle is being driven enthusiastically at high speeds. With this addition to the ESP system the…

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New Toyota Corolla(2020) and Pricing

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It is a very rare occasion to be driving in your car in almost any city in the world and not see a Toyota Corolla on the road along with you. If you happen to be in Bangkok a city in Thailand with a population of 8.3 million you would notice the majority of taxi’s are Toyota Corolla’s and many other cities have exactly the same situation. It is no surprise then to know this household name Toyota Corolla, across the world, is the globes best-selling automobile. First launched in 1966 the Corolla…

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The world’s best-selling car has made its global debut, and its Stunning

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Toyota has revealed a next-generation Corolla sedan that transforms the model’s style, driver engagement, comfort and refinement while bolstering its renowned value and reliability. The sleek new four-door version of the world’s best-selling car has made its global debut at Auto Guangzhou in China more than a year ahead of its expected arrival in showrooms. Corolla sedan will share many of the features and technology of the much-anticipated Corolla hatch (due for release early 2019 locally), including an all-new 2.0-litre petrol engine that produces 21-per-cent more power than its predecessor…

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TOYOTA HILUX: THE PEOPLE’S CHOICE

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South Africa’s most popular vehicle, Toyota Hilux, has been voted the ‘Best Commercial Vehicle’ in The Star Readers’ Choice 2018. The accolade comes a month after the model’s double cab version was named the best pre-owned car in its segment. The Hilux, which boasts the best resale value when compared to its closest sales competitor, has been recording average sales of more than 3 000 units a month. Research suggests that the important criteria for buyers in this market are: resale value, quality, durability, overall performance, economy and especially, outright…

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TOYOTA AND ARCTIC TRUCKS CELEBRATE HILUX’S HALF CENTURY WITH NEW INVINCIBLE 50 LIMITED EDITION

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The Toyota Hilux’s first 50 years have been packed with achievement, its status as a world-beating machine confirmed by feats such as the conquest of both North and South Poles, scaling the slopes of an erupting volcano and surviving ordeals of fire, water and explosives courtesy of the Top Gear television programme. To mark this exceptional half-century, Toyota has created a new and exclusive Hilux, the Hilux Invincible 50. This special edition has been engineered in partnership with Arctic Trucks, the Iceland-based specialists in extreme terrain driving. The modifications include…

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Enthusiast inspired upgrades for Toyota 86

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Conceptualised as a driver’s car from the onset the Toyota 86 remains almost singular in its combination of handling prowess, driver-focused dynamics and analogue drive feel. With this in mind the 86’s dynamic competencies have been enhanced with the inclusion of motorsport-inspired tweaks. Performance boosting Upgrades Starting off with the Brembo® performance brake package increases the 86’s already impressive stopping power and brake endurance with bigger rotors and callipers. The upgrade consists of high performance Ventilated rotors measuring 326mm x 30mm at the front and 316 x 20mm at the…

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TALE OF TWO RELIABLE HINO WEIGHT-MOVERS

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Two, 2005-model Hino 15-258 freight-carriers have moved more than 100 000 tons of steel scaffolding over the past 12 years. During this time one of them has covered nearly 900 000km and the other more than 500 000km. As a comparison, 100 000 tons equates to the mass of a huge cruise liner capable of carrying 3 000 passengers and 1 000 crew! Importantly, both the Hino trucks have their original engines, gearboxes, and rear axles, with no major repairs required by any of these components. The engines do not…

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Toyota Hilux – New look, New Derivatives, Same DNA

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Following the release of the Dakar Limited Edition – which introduced the SA audience to the bold new ‘square’ face – the Hilux range receives further tweaks to its façade whilst the line-up is also reinforced with a number of additional models catering to both utility and convenience-minded customers. Fresh Face The standout feature of the refreshed Hilux range is the ‘new face’ across normal Raider and SRX models. The bespoke Dakar derivatives utilised a black-and-grey-themed version of the new Hilux front design – which is carried over to SRX.…

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Toyota C-HR, an all-new range topping model is introduced

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Grand Grade Offering more in the way of style, comfort, convenience and safety specification. The addition of the new aptly-named Luxury grade model, brings the derivative tally to four: Standard, Plus, Plus CVT and Luxury. Exterior Enhancements Distinguishing the Luxury model from the standard and Plus derivatives is an expressive bi-tone design. A black roof, roof-pillars and side-mirrors create the striking two-tone effect. The black upper section can be combined with four exterior colours to create a C-HR that suits the individual’s personality. The options are White Pearl, Cinnabar Red…

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Toyota Aygo Sharpened and Specced Up

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The second-generation Toyota Aygo debuted in 2015 with a highly-expressive design. For 2018, the bold ‘super-mini’ has gone under the proverbial surgeon’s knife and emerged with a fresh new design that simultaneously pays homage to the original “X”-motif and provides a rejuvenated appearance. Dashing Design The standout feature of the facelifted Aygo are the new larger projector headlamps, incorporating prominent LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL) which utilise a light guide to trace the inner border of the headlamp housing. These stylised headlamps now form a point of parity with its…

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