Reviewed on January 26, 2011Toyota's conservative attitude toward innovation keeps the 2011 Camry from taking advantage of newer engine and cabin technologies.TAGS:Toyota, car, engine, transportation
Reviewed on July 7, 2009The 2010 Toyota Prius is a better car than its predecessor, although there are some areas, especially in the cabin, where we would have liked to see more improvement.TAGS:Toyota Prius, Toyota, accelerator, acceleration, power
Reviewed on June 17, 2010The 2011 Toyota Sienna Limited offers comfort and entertainment for rear-seat passengers, and a reasonably tech-filled driving experience, with some limitations.TAGS:Toyota, grocery, engine, city, car, camera
Reviewed on December 15, 2008Although still a fuel economy champion, the 2008 Toyota Prius is about to be replaced by a new generation that should be better in every way. The car is a great commuter, but wait for the 2010 model.TAGS:Toyota Prius, Toyota, car, engine, accelerator, battery, digital music, power
Reviewed on March 6, 2009The 2009 Toyota Venza AWD V-6 combines aspects of a large sedan and an SUV on the outside, while combining an excellent cabin tech package with a high-quality interior on the inside.TAGS:Toyota, sedan, cabin, vehicle, road, San Francisco, backup, camera
Reviewed on May 12, 2005Thanks to a seamless and sophisticated power system, the 2005 Toyota Prius delivers excellent gas mileage and comfort, making it the best hybrid on the road today.TAGS:Toyota Prius, Toyota, gas, hybrid car, Honda, car, battery
Reviewed on June 5, 2008The 2008 Toyota 4Runner works as a solid and rugged SUV, but the attempt to tech it up with an integrated portable navigation device is a kludge. The idea isn't bad, though, and we would like to see the next version of this system.TAGS:TomTom, Toyota, dashboard, touch screen, car, MP3, music, USB flash drive, CD, speakers, button
Reviewed on June 4, 2009Although its cabin tech is behind the times, the 2009 Toyota Camry Hybrid provides an easy and comfortable driving experience while delivering excellent fuel economy and extremely low emissions.TAGS:Toyota, Toyota Prius, cabin, freeway, engine, car, animation, LCD, battery
Reviewed on November 20, 2007We failed to find much that was special about our 2008 Toyota Highlander Hybrid and even with few options, it was expensive. Its hybrid system is its best feature, justifying most of the price. The Limited model is nicer in every way and can be optioned with navigation and a better stereo.TAGS:Toyota, Los Angeles auto show, hill, energy, car, Los Angeles, entertainment, LCD, battery
Reviewed on June 16, 2008The 2009 Toyota Corolla is your classic commuter, good on fuel economy and reasonably comfortable. But its cabin tech isn't particularly impressive and doesn't go out of its way to work with personal electronics.TAGS:Toyota, Lexus, Scion, destination, route, car, GPS, location, San Francisco
Reviewed on August 13, 2007The 2008 Toyota Highlander Limited is a well-equipped crossover with some advanced cabin technology and a smooth power train. Aside from some questionable cabin materials, the Highlander is a worthy contender in a competitive segment.TAGS:Toyota, Sunnyvale, destination, route, stop, GPS, San Francisco, address, location, programming, LCD
Reviewed on October 27, 2009The 2010 xB is a solid performer with good handling and confident acceleration. However, its poorly integrated cabin technology is a bit five-years-ago, lagging behind that of other OEMs and the aftermarket.TAGS:Scion, Toyota, dashboard
Reviewed on May 11, 2005Honda takes an old favorite and makes it even more ecofriendly and economical, but the Civic Hybrid can't keep up with the Toyota Prius's performance.TAGS:Honda Civic, Toyota Prius, Honda, motor, Toyota, engine, car, battery
Reviewed on October 25, 2010Although the 2010 Toyota Avalon offers some usable tech features, much of it is older equipment previously seen in Lexus models.TAGS:Lexus, telematics, Toyota, transmission, car, engine, Bluetooth, DVD
Reviewed on February 19, 2009Although not the most modern rig for cabin comforts, the 2009 Nissan Altima Hybrid is economical and fun to drive.TAGS:Nissan Altima, Nissan, acceleration, Toyota, corner, car, road
June 15, 2007"Valvematic" technology will make gas engines 5 percent to 10 percent more efficient, Japanese automaker says.TAGS:Toyota, emission, engine
Reviewed on August 13, 2007The 2008 Toyota Highlander Limited is a well-equipped crossover with some advanced cabin technology and a smooth power train. Aside from some questionable cabin materials, the Highlander is a worthy contender in a competitive segment.TAGS:Toyota, Sunnyvale, destination, route, stop, SUV, address, programming, location, San Francisco, GPS, LCD