New Car Modification

Toyota Auris 2010 HSD, or Hybrid Synergy Drive, will officially go on sale in Europe later this spring. The car uses a 1.8-liter petrol engine and electric motor to provide nearly 62 mpg (US), consuming 3.8 liters of petrol per 100 km.

Featured in the car is a four-cylinder 1.8-liter VVT-i petrol engine producing 98 PS (72 kW) and up to 142 Nm (105 lb-ft) of torque. The engine is coupled with a 60 kW electric motor kicking out up to 207 Nm (153 lb-ft) torque. Surprisingly, maximum combined output is kept at 136 PS (100 kW), which seems low considering the strength of the motor.

Still, the hybrid's direct emissions is reduced to about 89 grams of CO2 per kilometer. The car is kept more efficient by a 0.283 drag coefficient, down from 0.290 on the other Auris models. This is due to aerodynamic changes seen only on the HSD, including longer bumpers, and a better designed grille that improves air flow over the top and reduces resistance underneath. Different lamps can also be seen.

The setup lets the car run on all-electric for up to two kilometers, and at speeds up to 50 km/h (31 mph). Regenerative braking is also a part of the package. The car features four driving modes, like EV, Eco, and Power. The fourth was not mentioned.

The Auris HSD is available in three different trim levels, with the base level including 15-inch V-design alloys, stability control, push-button start, hill assist, and a rear spoiler. One level up adds 17-inch rims, six-speaker CD radio, and Bluetooth. The last step up adds on Alcantara trim. Several options are also on offer.

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Toyota Highlander SUV 2010

MSRP Range: $20,445 - $29,045
Bodystyles: Sedan
Transmissions: 0-Speed Continuously Variable; 6-Speed Automatic; 6-Speed Manual
Drivetrains: Front Wheel Drive

The Toyota Camry was first introduced in the 1983 model year and has been a huge winner for Toyota. From 1997 to current it has been one of the best selling cars in the US market, in fact in most years it outsold all of its competitors. It is rated as a mid-sized sedan. The Camry has gone through 6 generations and now comes with a perkier engine and manual or automatic transmissions. The MPG rating is 24/33 city and highway mileage rating.

This fuel-efficient model is also designed to be sleek looking, with great interiors and comfortable handling. The extremely well thought car has shown the way for the entire car industry...The Toyota Camry was first introduced in the 1983 model year and has been a huge winner for Toyota. From 1997 to current it has been one of the best selling cars in the US market, in fact in most years it outsold all of its competitors. It is rated as a mid-sized sedan. The Camry has gone through 6 generations and now comes with a perkier engine and manual or automatic transmissions. The MPG rating is 24/33 city and highway mileage rating.

This fuel-efficient model is also designed to be sleek looking, with great interiors and comfortable handling. The extremely well thought car has shown the way for the entire car industry for years. The reputation the Camry enjoys as to durability and reliability with the buying public makes it very difficult for the brands that compete head on with the Camry.

MSRP: $25,925 - $29,045
Value: N/A
Recalls: 1 Recalls

2010 Camry XLE Overview
* 2,494 cc 2.5 liters in-line 4 front engine with 90.0 mm bore, 98.0 mm stroke, 10.4 compression ratio, double overhead cam, variable valve timing/camshaft and four valves per cylinder 2AR-FE
* Unleaded fuel 87 and petrol
* Multi-point injection fuel system
* 18.5 gallon main unleaded fuel tank 15.4
* Power: 126 kW , 169 HP SAE @ 6,000 rpm; 167 ft lb , 226 Nm @ 4,100 rpm

Base Price: $25,335 - $38,720

Vehicle Details

$25340 Sienna 5dr 7-Pass Van CE FWD (Natl)
4-Door Front Wheel Drive Minivan, 266 bhp, 245 lb-ft, 5-sp Automatic, 17/23 mpg
7 passengers, 4175 lb, 3.5-liter, V-6 engine, 15.7 lb/bhp

Engine
Engine Type Gas V6
Displacement 3.5L/211
Fuel System MPFI
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM 266 @ 6200
SAE Net Torque @ RPM 245 @ 4700

Transmission
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive
Trans Type 5
Trans Description Cont. Automatic
First Gear Ratio (:1) 4.24
Second Gear Ratio (:1) 2.36
Third Gear Ratio (:1) 1.52
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1) 1.05
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1) 0.76
Reverse Ratio (:1) 3.38
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1) 3.08

If you are looking for an affordable vehicle with a lot of versatility, then the 2010 Toyota Matrix is the car for you. The Matrix was designed for people who want a vehicle with a sporty image and high functionality. It’s practical, stylish and affordable. It’s rated one of the best compact cars for hauling people and cargo in its price-class. The Matrix has a high safety rating; three stars for front-passenger protection and four stars for rear-passenger protection.

2010 Toyota Prius


There are two different schools of thought regarding the Toyota Prius hybrid. Some see it as the future of transportation -- a roomy family car that uses about half the fuel of a typical mid-size sedan. Other see it as the anti-car, a joyless, soulless form of transportation completely lacking in the character which car fanatics love so much. Personally, I can see both side of the argument -- and apparently so can Toyota, because they've attempted to imbue the all-new Prius with something the old car lacked: Personality. Has it worked? Find out in my 2010.