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The leaves are changing and there’s a chill in the air. Fall is here! And just like your wardrobe needs a little update for the cooler weather, your car needs some special attention too. There are a few tasks of fall car maintenance you should perform so your vehicle is ready to handle whatever autumn throws its way.

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Check Your Tires

Fall often brings rain and sometimes even early snow. Make sure your tires have enough tread to handle slick roads. Don’t forget to check your tire pressure, as it tends to drop along with the temperature.

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Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) is one of the most innovative advancements ever created by automotive engineers. It’s what allows your vehicle to change gears and accelerate with incredible efficiency. At your local Toyota dealership, you can shop around for the new Toyota with CVT transmission.

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Which Toyota with a CVT Transmission Should You Choose? 

1. Corolla

The new Corolla not only offers CVT transmission, but the 2.0L Dynamic Force Engine is extremely responsive and offers you an enhanced performance. The vehicle also has three different drive modes that you can choose from. You can either optimize your acceleration or maximize your fuel efficiency.

The interior is incredibly spacious for a sedan, which allows you and your passengers to get comfortable while on the road. There’s also an eight-inch multimedia touchscreen display that keeps you entertained when you’re away from home.

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The Toyota Camry has been a bestseller for the brand year after year. It’s not hard to see why when you look at the 2024 Toyota Camry. This sedan is durable, reliable, and has incredible fuel economy. The interior of this sedan is spacious, with luxurious appointments. Read on to learn more about the 2024 Toyota Camry and why it’s the perfect choice for your family.

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Your Guide to the 2024 Toyota Camry

The exterior of the 2024 Toyota Camry is bold, and none more so than the XSE trim. The 2024 Camry XSE boasts a powerful and captivating style that draws the eye everywhere you go. The sleek roofline and aggressive front-end styling pair well with the wide stance of this sedan. Equip this car with the available gloss-black front grille with its sport mesh insert and the available two-tone exterior for a truly iconic sedan.

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The Toyota RAV4 is an aggressive, powerful, and fully customizable SUV. It’s equipped with a 2.5L four-cylinder 203 horsepower engine, an eight-speed automatic transmission and gets up to 8.6 inches of ground clearance. If you’re looking for an adventurous vehicle with some added luxury, you can choose one with SofTex®, a great option for those looking for a Toyota RAV4 with leather seats.

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Which Is the Toyota RAV4 With Leather Seats?

If you’re shopping for a new RAV4 and want leather seating, you are sure to love the SofTex® material, a synthetic material that looks and feels like leather.

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Want unparalleled design and advanced technology? The 2024 Grand Highlander Hybrid has you covered.

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Performance 

Choose a driving experience tailored to you with two hybrid powertrain options. There’s an efficient 2.5L 4-cylinder hybrid engine boasting 245 net combined hp, or the might of the Hybrid MAX, with a staggering 362 net combined hp, to choose from: meaning there’s a Grand Highlander waiting to meet whatever your driving needs might be.

Planning a getaway or an adventurous weekend? The Grand Highlander doesn’t disappoint with its towing capabilities. Depending on your choice of powertrain and package, you can tow up to 5,000 lbs or up to 3,500 lbs, ensuring that you’re ready for any adventure.

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It’s a question that people often ask: are Toyota sedans better than Toyota SUVs or vice versa? The answer honestly depends on who you ask. For you to decide on which one is superior to the other, you must compare sedans and SUV vehicles from Toyota.

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Benefits of Sedans from Toyota

With sedans, the main thing to remember is that they tend to be easier to maneuver when you’re on the road (the handling is better due to the vehicle’s low center of gravity). You’re also getting better fuel economy with sedans, which helps you save money on gas over time. For example, you can choose a hybrid sedan like the Toyota Corolla Hybrid.

Affordability is the other significant advantage that sedans have over SUVs. Compact cars tend to cost less money than SUVs and other bulkier vehicles. If you’re shopping for a new car with a limited budget, you should opt for a sedan. Keep in mind that sedans are also in high demand, which helps drive down the price for other shoppers.

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The 2023 Toyota Corolla is available as a hatchback or sedan with fantastic safety features that work hard to keep your family safe. This sedan is reliable and doubles as an excellent daily commuter and the perfect road trip companion. You will find that the 2023 Toyota Corolla interior is packed with convenience and tech features the whole family will love.

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Best 2023 Toyota Corolla Interior Features

Keep it wireless inside the 2023 Toyota Corolla with the wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay features. These features make it simple to fully integrate your compatible smartphone devices, ensuring you can make and receive hands-free calls. Connect your compatible smartphone to the 8-in multimedia touchscreen inside this sedan to stream your favorite music and use your favorite maps while navigating.

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When choosing the right SUV for your family, Toyota cargo capacity may play an important role in your selection. Consider these five spacious SUVs if you’re looking for a vehicle that can haul everything you need for a lengthy road trip, a soccer tournament, or a shopping spree at the grocery store.

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5 Best SUVs for Toyota Cargo Capacity

2024 Grand Highlander

All new for 2024, the Grand Highlander expands the footprint of the midsize Highlander to increase both passenger and cargo room. This large SUV leads the lineup when it comes to space for storage and transport. You’ll get 20.6 cu ft behind the third row, nearly 58 cu ft with the second row folded flat, and 97.5 cu ft with both passenger rows folded.

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The 2023 Toyota Venza trim levels offer drivers four attractive options in the LE, XLE, Nightshade Edition, and Limited. All trim levels come with a hybrid powertrain and stylish looks. It’s hard to go wrong with any of these equipped SUVs.

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What Are the 2023 Toyota Venza Trim Levels?

Hybrid Powertrain

Every trim level of the Venza comes with the same impressive hybrid system. This SUV is powered by a 2.5L dynamic force 4-cylinder engine with all-wheel drive. It delivers a combined net of 219 hp. The vehicle comes with multiple drive modes, including sport, normal, eco, and an EV mode button.

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The 2023 Toyota 4Runner is one of the best full-size SUVs on the market. This SUV has a powerful 4L V6 engine that generates 270 hp and 278 lb-ft of torque. The maximum towing capacity of the 2023 4Runner is 5,000 lbs. Along with these performance specs, drivers can also customize this SUV with accessories and packages.

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How Can I Customize My 4Runner?

For basic customization, drivers can choose from exterior body paint colors like Ice Cap, Classic Silver, Lunar Rock, Magnetic Gray, Nautical Blue, Barcelona Red, Lime Rush, and Midnight Black. There are also premium color options like Blizzard Pearl and Solar Octane. Interior colors are sand and beige fabric or black and graphite fabric. 

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