Toyota Trucks Recognized by MSN Autos as Most Fuel-Efficient in 2013

There are many benefits to owning a pickup truck, they are great for pulling, hauling and are more than capable of tackling the outdoors and heading off-road. But, on the downside, trucks aren’t known for their fuel-efficiency. Luckily, fuel-efficiency in trucks is improving and Toyota is leading the charge and MSN Autos has named the Toyota Tacoma the most fuel-efficient truck of 2013.

The Toyota Tundra and Tacoma 4WD also made the list. All three trucks are available at Toyota Scion of Concord in Concord, North Carolina.

The Tundra is Toyota’s full-size pickup option, and comes in three different trims: CrewMax, Double Cab, and Regular Cab. The Regular Cab and Double Cab come standard with a 4.0-Liter 270-horsepower V6 and a 5-speed transmission, while the CrewMax comes with a 4.6-Liter 310-horsepower V8.

The Tacoma, which is in the compact pickup category, comes with four trims: Regular Cab, Access Cab, Double Cab, and X-Runner. The Regular Cab, Access Cab, and Double Cab all come standard with a 2.7-liter 159-horsepower 4-Cylinder, while the X-Runner comes standard with a 4.0-liter 236-horsepower V6.

If you are interested in a pickup truck, stop in at Toyota Scion of Concord today and take a look at our new and used Toyota Trucks, as well as our full line of Toyota and Scion cars, trucks, and SUVs.

Kelley Blue Book Names Toyota as Brand with Best Resale Value

It isn’t something that everyone considers when buying a new car, but resale value should always be considered when purchasing a new vehicle. Don’t you want to get as much as possible out of your vehicle when you trade it in or sell it for a newer model five years down the road?

The 2013 FJ Cruiser

If you said yes, Toyota is far and away the manufacturer for you.

In its annual “Best Resale Value” awards, Kelley Blue Book named Toyota the best overall brand. Not only did Toyota win the Best Brand category, but in Kelley Blue Books’ “Top Ten” list, which names the top ten overall models, Toyota took four of ten spots, including the top overall vehicle with the FJ Cruiser.

KBB also named the top vehicle in respective categories. Of the twenty-two categories, Toyota vehicles won six – the Avalon won for Best Full-Size Car, the FJ Cruiser won Best Mid-Size SUV/Crossover, the Sequoia won Best Full-Size SUV/Crossover, the Tacoma won Best Mid-Size Pickup Truck, the Tundra won best Full-Size Pickup truck, and the Sienna won the category for Best Minivan.

If driving a stylish, reliable vehicle that retains its value sounds good to you, stop in and see us!

Details of 2014 Toyota Tundra Shared by Toyota of Concord

2012 Toyota Tundra

Toyota of Concord is excited to share details of the 2014 Toyota Tundra, revealed at last week’s Chicago Auto Show.

The 2014 Toyota Tundra will be available in five trim levels: SR, SR5, Limited, Platinum and 1794 Edition. Cab styles will include the Regular Cab with two doors, the Double Cab with four doors, and the CrewMax with four doors. All cab styles are available as 4x2 or 4x4 models. Engine options include a 4.0L V6, 4.6L V8, and 5.7L V8.

The new Toyota Tundra gets a more industrial look by integrating the hood with the taller, bolder chrome grille, and squaring off the fenders and wheel wells to give the truck a wider stance. The new exterior design continues to the bed, with a deck spoiler and a stamped “Tundra” badge on the tailgate. Both the front and rear bumpers are now composed of three pieces to lower replacement costs.

Inside the 2014 Tundra, every truck gets a new instrument panel, more comfortable seats and improved ventilation. Many other improvements are trim-specific and include premium surface treatments, new leather options, bold contrasting fabrics, chrome accents, and upgraded audio and infotainment options.

Follow Toyota of Concord on Facebook to get all the latest news on the 2014 Toyota Tundra, and stop by our Toyota dealership near Charlotte to see the current line of Toyota cars, trucks, and SUVs. Our helpful staff is happy to explain all the options and help you find the perfect new car!

2012 Toyota Tacoma, Tundra Win in Kelley Blue Book Study

2012 Toyota Tacoma

Kelly Blue Book rated the 2012 Toyota Tundra and 2012 Toyota Tacoma top in their segments in the latest KBB Cost to Own Awards. The Cost to Own evaluation goes beyond the purchase price of the car to estimate what the actual costs would be over five years of ownership.

The Cost to Own analysis includes factors such as out-of-pocket expenses like insurance, fuel, repairs, maintenance, state fee, and financing. Depreciation is also a factor, which is determined by the loss in the value of the car from its value after five years of ownership compared to the initial price of the car.

Why should buyers care about ownership costs? If a buyer is considering two similarly-priced models, the cost of ownership should be considered as well. In the long term, it could save the driver thousands of dollars.

While Toyota is often praised for its reliable, affordable compact cars, it was the trucks that were the stars in the cost of ownership study.

The 2012 Toyota Tacoma (regular cab) was awarded Best in Class in the Mid-size Pickup Truck category in the Kelley Blue Book evaluation. With estimated out-of-pocket expenses of $22,847 and depreciation of $9,481, the five-year cost to own a Toyota Tacoma is $32,328. This puts it above other mid-sized pickups like the Nissan Frontier and Chevrolet Colorado.

The lowest cost-to-own Full-size Pickup Truck category was won by the 2012 Toyota Tundra (regular cab). With estimated out-of-pocket expenses of $27,482 and depreciation of $15,561, the five-year cost to own a Toyota Tundra is $43,043. Not faring so well in the same category were the Ford F-150, Chevrolet Silverado, and GMC Sierra.

To test drive a 2012 Toyota Tundra, Tacoma, or any other Toyota model, visit Toyota Scion of Concord today. We are happy to supply the Charlotte area with new and pre-owned Toyota vehicles and many other used cars. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter for the latest news and updates on all things Toyota or Scion.

2008 Toyota Tundra

Toyota launched the 2008 redesigned Tundra pickup truck, with an eye on serious buyers in the big pickup segment, a move which more than doubled its market share. When the Tundra was launched in 2007, only the Tundra Regular Cab, with single-row seating was available. For 2008, Toyota has added some models to the Tundra line and priced the truck more competitively.

For 2008, the Double Cab and CrewMax, new Tundra Grade trim package offers fewer standard features at a lower price; the six-passenger Double Cab, starts at $24,715. The 2008 Tundra appeals to buyers both in terms of price, as well as value, at the low end and high end of the market. The Tundra is available in three body styles: two-door Regular cab; Double Cab with front-hinged, secondary rear side doors; and the four-door CrewMax. It also comes with three bed lengths and three different wheelbases.

Powering the Tundra is a 4.0-liter V6 engine used for work-truck duty. In addition there is an intermediate 4.7-liter V8 and a 5.7-liter V8 engine; standard transmission is a six-speed automatic. Rear-wheel drive is standard; four-wheel drive is optional. The 5.7-liter V8 engine is one of the most responsive powertrains in the big pickup segment. Payload capacity ranges from 1410 pounds to 2060 pounds, while towing capacity hits 10,800 pounds. Fuel economy rates at 13/17 mpg (city/highway).

Seating arrangements are available for two, three, five or six in the three trim levels; the 2008 Tundra incorporates 44 different build configurations. Base Tundra models are loaded with amenities, interior storage options, a tailgate and standard four-wheel disc brakes. Limited models have GPS-linked navigation with a backup camera and a nine-inch LCD screen for rear-seat entertainment.

Safety features include side-impact airbags, curtain-type head protection airbags, advanced anti-lock brakes (ABS) with electronic brakeforce distribution (EBD) and brake assist, Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) and a limited-slip differential. The Toyota Tundra is a full-size pickup comparable in every way to trucks from close rivals GMC, Chevy, Ford, Dodge and Nissan. As a work truck Toyota Tundra delivers excellent payload and tow ratings, it's also powerful and comfortable.

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