Toyota SUV Reviews
Reviews of new Toyota Sport Utility Vehicles (SUVs) and photos of new and future Toyota SUVs.
2008 Toyota RAV4 4x2
First available in the U.S. in 1996, the Toyota RAV4 has developed a sterling reputation in the compact crossover class. We tested an entry level 2008 Toyota RAV4. With a base price of $21,100, our modestly outfitted test car stickered at $22,794, which includes 3 year/36,000 mile basic coverage, 5 year/50,000 mile powertrain coverage, and EPA estimates of 21 city, 27 highway.Tested, analyzed and reviewed by Basem Wasef, one of the sport utility vehicle and crossover experts at About SUVs.
First available in the U.S. in 1996, the Toyota RAV4 has developed a sterling reputation in the compact crossover class. We tested an entry level 2008 Toyota RAV4. With a base price of $21,100, our modestly outfitted test car stickered at $22,794, which includes 3 year/36,000 mile basic coverage, 5 year/50,000 mile powertrain coverage, and EPA estimates of 21 city, 27 highway.Tested, analyzed and reviewed by Basem Wasef, one of the sport utility vehicle and crossover experts at About SUVs.
2008 Toyota Highlander Hybrid
The 2008 Toyota Highlander Hybrid has endured close scrutiny. With a base price of $33,700 for the base grade and $39,950 for the Limited, the 2008 Toyota Highlander Hybrid comes with a 3 year/36,000 mile basic warranty, a 5 year/60,000 mile powertrain warranty, an 8 year/100,000 mile warranty on hybrid components and an EPA estimate of 27 mpg city/25 mpg highway/26 mpg combined. Tested, analyzed and reviewed by Jason Fogelson, your Guide to Sport Utility Vehicles and Crossovers at About SUVs.
The 2008 Toyota Highlander Hybrid has endured close scrutiny. With a base price of $33,700 for the base grade and $39,950 for the Limited, the 2008 Toyota Highlander Hybrid comes with a 3 year/36,000 mile basic warranty, a 5 year/60,000 mile powertrain warranty, an 8 year/100,000 mile warranty on hybrid components and an EPA estimate of 27 mpg city/25 mpg highway/26 mpg combined. Tested, analyzed and reviewed by Jason Fogelson, your Guide to Sport Utility Vehicles and Crossovers at About SUVs.
2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
The 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser can cross deserts and navigate jungles -- but does it deserve a place in your driveway? Read on. The 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser comes with a 3 year/36,000 mile warranty with 5 year/60,000 mile powertrain protection, EPA fuel economy estimates of 13 mpg city/18 mpg highway, and a price range of $63,885 to $71,130. Tested, analyzed and reviewed by Aaron Gold, one of the Sport Utility Vehicle and Crossover experts at About SUVs.
The 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser can cross deserts and navigate jungles -- but does it deserve a place in your driveway? Read on. The 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser comes with a 3 year/36,000 mile warranty with 5 year/60,000 mile powertrain protection, EPA fuel economy estimates of 13 mpg city/18 mpg highway, and a price range of $63,885 to $71,130. Tested, analyzed and reviewed by Aaron Gold, one of the Sport Utility Vehicle and Crossover experts at About SUVs.
2007 Toyota 4Runner Limited 4x4 V8
I am the proud owner of Moose, a 1994 4Runner. Some similarities attract me to the new 4Runner; some differences automatically repel me. The 2007 Toyota 4Runner Limited 4x4 V8 carries a base price of $38,385 ($44,739 as tested) with a 3 year/36,000 mile basic warranty, a 5 year/60,000 mile powertrain warranty and an EPA fuel economy estimate of 16 mpg city/19 mpg highway. Tested, analyzed and reviewed by Jason Fogelson, your Guide to Sport Utility Vehicles and Crossovers at About SUVs.
I am the proud owner of Moose, a 1994 4Runner. Some similarities attract me to the new 4Runner; some differences automatically repel me. The 2007 Toyota 4Runner Limited 4x4 V8 carries a base price of $38,385 ($44,739 as tested) with a 3 year/36,000 mile basic warranty, a 5 year/60,000 mile powertrain warranty and an EPA fuel economy estimate of 16 mpg city/19 mpg highway. Tested, analyzed and reviewed by Jason Fogelson, your Guide to Sport Utility Vehicles and Crossovers at About SUVs.
2007 Toyota Highlander Limited Hybrid 4WD-i V6
Consider the 2007 Toyota Highlander Hybrid ($32,490 base, $42,280 as tested), which has a comprehensive 36-month/36,000-mile basic warranty, a 5-year/60,000-mile powertrain coverage and an EPA estimate of 31 mpg city/27 mpg highway. Do the 2007 Toyota Highlander Hybrid's fuel economy and amenities justify its high cost? Tested, analyzed and reviewed by Basem Wasef, one of the Sport Utility Vehicle and Crossover experts at About.com SUVs.
Consider the 2007 Toyota Highlander Hybrid ($32,490 base, $42,280 as tested), which has a comprehensive 36-month/36,000-mile basic warranty, a 5-year/60,000-mile powertrain coverage and an EPA estimate of 31 mpg city/27 mpg highway. Do the 2007 Toyota Highlander Hybrid's fuel economy and amenities justify its high cost? Tested, analyzed and reviewed by Basem Wasef, one of the Sport Utility Vehicle and Crossover experts at About.com SUVs.
2008 Toyota Highlander
Toyota's popular mid-size SUV, the Highlander, has been totally redesigned for 2008. It offers more roominess, more cargo space, a 55hp increase in V-6 power with a 5-speed auto, and a host of unique features aimed at comfort, convenience, and safety. Philip Powell tested the 2008 Toyota Highlander in the hills and valleys of oil-rich Alberta and came away impressed with the scenery. Oh, and the Highlander, too.
Toyota's popular mid-size SUV, the Highlander, has been totally redesigned for 2008. It offers more roominess, more cargo space, a 55hp increase in V-6 power with a 5-speed auto, and a host of unique features aimed at comfort, convenience, and safety. Philip Powell tested the 2008 Toyota Highlander in the hills and valleys of oil-rich Alberta and came away impressed with the scenery. Oh, and the Highlander, too.
2007 Toyota RAV4
The 2007 Toyota RAV4, which I thought was a shortened form of "Rave" or an alternate version of "Rad" to connote all things young, hip and fun, is actually an acronym; Recreational Active Vehicle with 4WD. Base price $20,950 ($22,500 as tested); EPA estimates: 24 mpg city/30 mpg highway. Tested, analyzed and reviewed by Liz Kim, one of the Sport Utility Vehicles and Crossover experts at About SUVs.
The 2007 Toyota RAV4, which I thought was a shortened form of "Rave" or an alternate version of "Rad" to connote all things young, hip and fun, is actually an acronym; Recreational Active Vehicle with 4WD. Base price $20,950 ($22,500 as tested); EPA estimates: 24 mpg city/30 mpg highway. Tested, analyzed and reviewed by Liz Kim, one of the Sport Utility Vehicles and Crossover experts at About SUVs.
2007 Toyota FJ Cruiser
If you want to know why the Japanese set the standards for the North American auto market, look no further than the 2007 Toyota FJ Cruiser. While many American and European halo vehicles prioritize style over convenience, the 2007 Toyota FJ Cruiser is unique in that it was designed to be practical as well. Tested, analyzed and reviewed by Aaron Gold, one of the Sport Utility Vehicles and Crossover experts at About SUVs.
If you want to know why the Japanese set the standards for the North American auto market, look no further than the 2007 Toyota FJ Cruiser. While many American and European halo vehicles prioritize style over convenience, the 2007 Toyota FJ Cruiser is unique in that it was designed to be practical as well. Tested, analyzed and reviewed by Aaron Gold, one of the Sport Utility Vehicles and Crossover experts at About SUVs.
2007 Toyota Sequoia
Big, brawny and butch, the 2007 Toyota Sequoia may be Japanese, but with seven seats and plenty of cargo room behind the third row it's definitely geared for American tastes. It's even built over here, at Toyota's truck plant in Indiana.$33,805 base, $51,724 as tested, EPA fuel economy estimates 15 MPG city, 18 MPG highway. Tested, analyzed and reviewed by Aaron Gold, one of the Sport Utility Vehicle and Crossover experts at About SUVs.
Big, brawny and butch, the 2007 Toyota Sequoia may be Japanese, but with seven seats and plenty of cargo room behind the third row it's definitely geared for American tastes. It's even built over here, at Toyota's truck plant in Indiana.$33,805 base, $51,724 as tested, EPA fuel economy estimates 15 MPG city, 18 MPG highway. Tested, analyzed and reviewed by Aaron Gold, one of the Sport Utility Vehicle and Crossover experts at About SUVs.
2006 Toyota Sequoia Limited 4x4
The 2006 Toyota Sequoia Limited 4x4 carries a $45,310 base price ($46,273 as tested), a 3 year/36,000 mile basic warranty, a 5 year/60,000 mile powertrain warranty and an EPA estimate of 15 mpg city/17 mpg highway. Like its towering namesake, 2006 Toyota Sequoia Limited 4x4 casts a long shadow over the Toyota SUV lineup. Tested, analyzed and reviewed by Jason Fogelson, your Guide to Sport Utility Vehicles and Crossovers at About SUVs.
The 2006 Toyota Sequoia Limited 4x4 carries a $45,310 base price ($46,273 as tested), a 3 year/36,000 mile basic warranty, a 5 year/60,000 mile powertrain warranty and an EPA estimate of 15 mpg city/17 mpg highway. Like its towering namesake, 2006 Toyota Sequoia Limited 4x4 casts a long shadow over the Toyota SUV lineup. Tested, analyzed and reviewed by Jason Fogelson, your Guide to Sport Utility Vehicles and Crossovers at About SUVs.
2006 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited 4WD-i V6
The 2006 Toyota Highlander Limited Hybrid 4WD-i V6 is Toyota's hybrid crossover SUV, a proven package with a gas-electric hybrid powertrain. The 2006 Toyota Highlander Limited 4WD-i V6 carries a base price of $39,290 ($42,711 as tested), a 3 year/36,000 mile basic warranty, a 5 year/60,000 mile powertrain warranty and an EPA estimate of 31 mpg city/27 mpg highway. Tested, analyzed and reviewed by Jason Fogelson, your Guide to Sport Utility Vehicles and Crossovers at About SUVs.
The 2006 Toyota Highlander Limited Hybrid 4WD-i V6 is Toyota's hybrid crossover SUV, a proven package with a gas-electric hybrid powertrain. The 2006 Toyota Highlander Limited 4WD-i V6 carries a base price of $39,290 ($42,711 as tested), a 3 year/36,000 mile basic warranty, a 5 year/60,000 mile powertrain warranty and an EPA estimate of 31 mpg city/27 mpg highway. Tested, analyzed and reviewed by Jason Fogelson, your Guide to Sport Utility Vehicles and Crossovers at About SUVs.
2006 Toyota Highlander Limited 4x4 V6
The 2006 Toyota Highlander Limited has its virtues. Unibody construction with SUV styling made for a successful crossover on its debut in 2001. The 2006 Toyota Highlander Limited carries a $31,860 base price ($38,034 as tested) with Toyota's 3 year/36,000 mile basic warranty, 5 year/60,000 mile powertrain warranty and an EPA estimate of 18 mpg city/24 mpg highway. Tested, analyzed and reviewed by Jason Fogelson, your Guide to Sport Utility Vehicles and Crossovers at About SUVs.
The 2006 Toyota Highlander Limited has its virtues. Unibody construction with SUV styling made for a successful crossover on its debut in 2001. The 2006 Toyota Highlander Limited carries a $31,860 base price ($38,034 as tested) with Toyota's 3 year/36,000 mile basic warranty, 5 year/60,000 mile powertrain warranty and an EPA estimate of 18 mpg city/24 mpg highway. Tested, analyzed and reviewed by Jason Fogelson, your Guide to Sport Utility Vehicles and Crossovers at About SUVs.
2006 Toyota Land Cruiser
Wherever elephants and lions roam free, you'll find a Land Cruiser. I drove the 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser in the wilds of greater Los Angeles, where starlets and agents graze like gazelles. The 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser starts at $55,815 ($65,533 as tested) with a 3 year/36,000 mile basic warranty and 5 year/60,000 powertrain warranty and an EPA estimate of 13 mpg city/17 mpg highway. Hatari! Tested, analyzed and reviewed by Jason Fogelson, your Guide to Sport Utility Vehicles at About SUVs.
Wherever elephants and lions roam free, you'll find a Land Cruiser. I drove the 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser in the wilds of greater Los Angeles, where starlets and agents graze like gazelles. The 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser starts at $55,815 ($65,533 as tested) with a 3 year/36,000 mile basic warranty and 5 year/60,000 powertrain warranty and an EPA estimate of 13 mpg city/17 mpg highway. Hatari! Tested, analyzed and reviewed by Jason Fogelson, your Guide to Sport Utility Vehicles at About SUVs.
Toyota Sport Utility Vehicles
Toyota has an extensive lineup of SUVs, from compact to gigantic. Each has unique characteristics, abilities and design qualities. Toyota's lineup may be the most comprehensive SUV line in the automotive industry. Here's an overview of the Toyota SUV family from the sport utility vehicle experts at About SUVs.
Toyota has an extensive lineup of SUVs, from compact to gigantic. Each has unique characteristics, abilities and design qualities. Toyota's lineup may be the most comprehensive SUV line in the automotive industry. Here's an overview of the Toyota SUV family from the sport utility vehicle experts at About SUVs.
2006 Toyota 4Runner Sport 4x4 V8
The 2006 Toyota 4Runner Sport 4x4 V8 carries a $33,630 list price ($36,691 as tested), 3 year/36,000 mile basic warranty and 5 year/60,000 mile powertrain warranty, and an EPA estimate of 16 mpg city/19 mpg highway. Tested, analyzed and reviewed by Jason Fogelson, your Guide to Sport Utility Vehicles at About SUVs.
The 2006 Toyota 4Runner Sport 4x4 V8 carries a $33,630 list price ($36,691 as tested), 3 year/36,000 mile basic warranty and 5 year/60,000 mile powertrain warranty, and an EPA estimate of 16 mpg city/19 mpg highway. Tested, analyzed and reviewed by Jason Fogelson, your Guide to Sport Utility Vehicles at About SUVs.
2006 Toyota RAV4 Sport 4x4
The 2006 Toyota RAV4 is a full-fledged crossover SUV, a "Cute-Ute" no longer. For cost-conscious grown-ups and families who need a crossover, the 2006 Toyota RAV4 may hit the mark. With a base price of $23,275 ($27,428 as tested), the 2006 Toyota RAV4 Sport 4x4 carries a 3 year/36,000 mile basic warranty and a 6 year/60,000 mile powertrain warranty. Tested, analyzed and reviewed by Jason Fogelson, your Guide to Sport Utility Vehicles at About SUVs.
The 2006 Toyota RAV4 is a full-fledged crossover SUV, a "Cute-Ute" no longer. For cost-conscious grown-ups and families who need a crossover, the 2006 Toyota RAV4 may hit the mark. With a base price of $23,275 ($27,428 as tested), the 2006 Toyota RAV4 Sport 4x4 carries a 3 year/36,000 mile basic warranty and a 6 year/60,000 mile powertrain warranty. Tested, analyzed and reviewed by Jason Fogelson, your Guide to Sport Utility Vehicles at About SUVs.
2007 Toyota FJ Cruiser Review and Test Drive
Here's a review of the 2007 Toyota FJ Cruiser from the About Trucks site, written by Jason Fogelson, your Guide to Sport Utility Vehicles at About SUVs.
Here's a review of the 2007 Toyota FJ Cruiser from the About Trucks site, written by Jason Fogelson, your Guide to Sport Utility Vehicles at About SUVs.