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Specifications

Vehicle

EPA Classification

4WD Sport Utility Vehicle

Sport Utility Vehicle

Engine

Engine Order Code

Engine Type

Gas/Electric V6

Gas I4

Displacement

3.5L/211

2.7L/163

Fuel System

MPI

Electronic Fuel Injection

SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM

231 @ 5800

187 @ 5800

SAE Net Torque @ RPM

215 @ 4800

186 @ 4100

Transmission

Drivetrain

4-Wheel Drive

Front Wheel Drive

Trans Order Code

Trans Type

Trans Description Cont.

CVT Automatic

Automatic

Trans Description Cont. Again

First Gear Ratio (:1)

3.30

Second Gear Ratio (:1)

1.90

Third Gear Ratio (:1)

1.42

Fourth Gear Ratio (:1)

1.00

Fifth Gear Ratio (:1)

0.71

Sixth Gear Ratio (:1)

0.61

Reverse Ratio (:1)

4.15

Clutch Size

Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1)

3.54

4.36

Seventh Gear Ratio (:1)

Eighth Gear Ratio (:1)

Weight Information

Base Curb Weight

4762 lbs

3946 lbs

Suspension

Suspension Type - Front

MacPherson

Independent

Suspension Type - Rear

Dual-link

Independent

Suspension Type - Front (Cont.)

w/Coil Springs

Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.)

w/Coil Springs

Shock Absorber Diameter - Front

Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear

Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front

1.02 in

Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear

0.55 in

Brakes

Brake Type

Pwr

Brake ABS System

4-Wheel

Brake ABS System (Second Line)

Disc - Front (Yes or )

Yes

Disc - Rear (Yes or )

Yes

Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness

12.9 x -TBD- in

Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness

12.2 x -TBD- in

Drum - Rear (Yes or )

Rear Drum Diam x Width

Wheels

Front Wheel Size

19 x 7.5 in

17 x 7.5 in

Rear Wheel Size

19 x 7.5 in

Spare Wheel Size

19 x 7.5 in

17 x 7.5 in

Rear Wheel Material

Aluminum

Spare Wheel Material

Aluminum

Tires

Front Tire Order Code

Rear Tire Order Code

Spare Tire Order Code

Front Tire Size

P245/55R19

P245/65R17

Rear Tire Size

P245/55R19

P245/65R17

Spare Tire Size

P245/55R19

P245/65R17

Mileage

EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy

28 MPG

25 MPG

Cruising Range - City

481.60 mi

384.00 mi

EPA Fuel Economy Est - City

28 MPG

20 MPG

Fuel Economy Est-Combined

28 MPG

22 MPG

Cruising Range - Hwy

481.60 mi

480.00 mi

EPA MPG Equivalent - City

EPA MPG Equivalent - Hwy

EPA MPG Equivalent - Combined

Battery Range

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx

17.2 gal

19.2 gal

Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx

Emissions

Tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year

6.7

8.5

EPA Greenhouse Gas Score

Steering

Steering Type

Pwr Rack & Pinion

Steering Ratio (:1), Overall

17.0

17.1

Lock to Lock Turns (Steering)

3.1

Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb

38.7 ft

Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall

Interior Dimensions

Passenger Capacity

Passenger Volume

145.4 ft³

145.7 ft³

Front Head Room

39.7 in

40.6 in

Front Leg Room

43.2 in

Front Shoulder Room

59.7 in

Front Hip Room

56.7 in

Second Head Room

39.8 in

40.1 in

Second Leg Room

38.4 in

38.3 in

Second Shoulder Room

59.5 in

Second Hip Room

56.3 in

56.5 in

Exterior Dimensions

Wheelbase

109.8 in

Length, Overall

188.4 in

Width, Max w/o mirrors

75.2 in

Height, Overall

69.3 in

68.1 in

Track Width, Front

64.0 in

Track Width, Rear

64.0 in

64.2 in

Min Ground Clearance

7.3 in

7.8 in

Liftover Height

Cargo Area Dimensions

Trunk Volume

Trailering

Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.

3500 lbs

1500 lbs

Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.

350 lbs

150 lbs

Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.

3500 lbs

Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.

350 lbs

Electrical

Cold Cranking Amps @ 0� F (Primary)

Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)

Cooling System

Total Cooling System Capacity

8.0 qts

Feature

MECHANICAL

3.5L DOHC MPI 24-valve VVT-i V6 engine w/permanent magnet motors.

Electronically controlled continuously variable automatic transmission -inc: EV mode, ECON mode.

Electronic on-demand 4-wheel drive w/intelligence (4WD-i).

Sealed nickel metal hydride battery.

6150# GVWR.

Front independent Macpherson strut suspension w/coil springs.

Rear independent dual-link Macpherson strut suspension w/coil springs.

Front & rear stabilizer bars.

Electric pwr rack & pinion steering w/pwr assist (EPS).

Pwr ventilated front/solid rear disc brakes.

Electronically controlled brake system (ECB) w/regenerative control

2.7L DOHC 16-valve VVT-i I4 engine.

6-speed ECT-i automatic transmission.

Front wheel drive.

4-wheel independent Macpherson strut suspension.

Front & rear stabilizer bars.

Electric pwr rack & pinion steering w/pwr assist (EPS).

Pwr ventilated front/solid rear disc brakes

EXTERIOR

19" x 7.5" 10-spoke aluminum wheels.

P245/55R19 all-season BSW tires.

Full size spare tire.

Pwr tilt/sliding moonroof w/sunshade.

Chrome roof rails.

Color-keyed bumpers w/black rear step bumper cover.

Color-keyed rear spoiler w/integrated stop lamp.

Silver painted grille w/Toyota emblem.

Projector beam halogen headlamps w/auto on/off.

Blue-tinted headlamp & taillamp bezels.

Integrated fog lamps.

Color-keyed foldable heated pwr mirrors w/puddle lamps.

UV reduction windshield.

Rear privacy glass.

Washer-linked variable intermittent windshield wipers.

Intermittent rear window wiper.

Chrome door handles.

Pwr rear door w/easy-close.

Rear glass hatch.

Light silver painted rear license plate garnish w/chrome surround

17" 7-spoke machined-finish aluminum alloy wheels.

P245/65R17 all-season tires.

Full-size spare w/aluminum wheel.

Color-keyed rear spoiler w/integrated lamp.

Dark silver-painted grille -inc: lower grill w/chrome accent.

Black lower rockers w/chrome accent.

Projector beam halogen headlamps w/auto on/off feature, clear headlamp bezels.

Color-keyed foldable pwr mirrors.

Washer-linked variable intermittent windshield wipers.

Rear intermittent wiper.

UV reduction glass windshield.

Rear privacy glass.

Color-keyed door handles

ENTERTAINMENT

AM/FM stereo w/CD/MP3/WMA player -inc: (6) speakers, USB input, iPod connectivity, XM satellite radio w/(90) day trial subscription, auto sound leveling, Bluetooth hands-free phone system, Bluetooth streaming audio, aux audio input.

In-glass antenna

AM/FM stereo w/CD/MP3/WMA player -inc: aux input.

Fender mounted antenna

INTERIOR

Perforated leather seat trim.

Heated front captains chairs -inc: 10-way pwr driver seat w/pwr seat cushion extension, driver pwr lumbar/thigh support, 4-way pwr front passenger seat, active head restraints.

40/20/40 2nd row fold-flat slide & recline seat -inc: Center Stow seat & console, 1-touch right hand walk-in function, outboard armrests.

Vinyl 50/50 split 3rd row fold-flat seat w/folding headrests.

Center console -inc: (6) cup holders, storage compartment.

Tilt/telescopic steering wheel.

Leather-wrapped steering wheel w/audio & multi-function display controls.

Optitron blue-illuminated gauges -inc: LCD odometer w/twin tripmeters, pwr meter, EV & ECON mode indicators, battery indicators, electronically controlled braking indicator, scheduled maintenance indicator.

3.5" multi-function display -inc: rear backup monitor, clock, outside temp, cruise info, warning messages, trip computer, tire pressure.

Pwr windows.

Pwr door locks.

Smart entry system.

Cruise control.

HomeLink universal garage door opener.

Remote hood & fuel door releases.

Anti-theft alarm w/immobilizer.

Three-zone automatic climate control -inc: air filter, 2nd row control panel, 2nd & 3rd row vents.

Rear window defogger.

Woodgrain interior trim.

(2) front & (1) cargo area 12V auxiliary pwr outlets.

Auto-dimming rearview mirror w/compass.

Overhead console w/maplights, conversation mirror.

Dual sun visors -inc: illuminated vanity mirrors, sliding extensions.

2nd row reading lamps.

Illuminated entry system.

Leather-wrapped shift knob w/woodgrain-style inlay.

Chrome interior door handles.

Cargo area 2nd row seat one-touch fold-flat levers

Cloth front captains chairs -inc: 8-way manual driver seat, 4-way manual front passenger seat, adjustable active headrests, seat-back pocket.

Cloth 40/20/40 2nd row fold-flat slide & recline seat -inc: Center Stow seat & console, one-touch right hand walk-in function, outboard armrests.

Cloth 3rd row seat -inc: fold-flat into floor capability, folding headrests, (2) cupholders.

Center console -inc: (6) cupholders, storage compartments, silver trim, LED illumination.

Tilt/telescopic adjustable steering wheel.

Optitron red-illuminated instrument cluster -inc: speedometer, tachometer, water temp, fuel, LCD odometer w/dual tripmeters.

Pwr windows -inc: driver auto up/down, jam protection.

Pwr door locks w/auto lock/unlock.

Cruise control.

Remote keyless entry system.

Remote hood & fuel filler door releases.

Manual front/rear air conditioning -inc: 2nd/3rd row AC vents.

Rear window defogger.

Color-keyed door handles & grips.

12V aux pwr outlets -inc: (2) front, (1) cargo area.

Overhead console -inc: map lights, conversation mirror, sunglass holder.

Door pockets w/cup/bottle holders.

Dual visors -inc: vanity mirrors, sliding extensions.

Illuminated entry.

Under floor storage in rear cargo area

SAFETY

Anti-lock brake system (ABS) w/brake assist.

Electronic brake force distribution (EBD).

Vehicle stability control (VSC) w/traction control (TRAC).

Vehicle dynamics integrated management (VDIM).

Hill Start Assist Control (HAC).

Side impact door beams.

Front & rear crumple zones.

Daytime running lamps.

Driver & front passenger advanced airbag system w/occupant classification sensor.

Driver & front passenger seat-mounted side airbags.

All row roll sensing side curtain airbags.

Drivers knee airbag.

3-point shoulder belts in all seating positions -inc: drivers emergency locking retractor (ELR), automatic locking retractor (ALR) & emergency locking retractor (ELR) for all passenger positions.

Front seatbelt pretensioners w/force limiters, adjustable belt anchors.

Lower anchors & tethers for children (LATCH) system for outboard 2nd row seats.

Rear child safety door locks.

Direct tire pressure monitor system.

Collapsible steering column.

Emergency trunk release

Anti-lock brake system (ABS) w/brake assist.

Electronic Brake-force distribution (EBD).

Traction control (TRAC).

Enhanced Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) w/cutoff switch.

Hill Start Assist Control (HAC).

Front & rear energy-absorbing crumple zones.

Side-impact door beams.

Daytime running lights.

Driver & front passenger advanced airbag system w/occupant classification sensor.

Driver & front passenger front seat-mounted side airbags.

3-row roll-sensing side curtain airbags.

Drivers knee airbag.

3-point shoulder belts in all seating positions -inc: drivers emergency locking retractor (ELR), automatic locking retractor (ALR) & emergency locking retractor (ELR) for all passenger positions.

Front seatbelt pretensioners w/force limiters, adjustable belt anchors.

Lower anchors & tethers for children (LATCH) system for outboard 2nd row seats.

Child protector rear door locks.

Direct tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS).

Energy-dissipating interior trim.

Collapsible steering column

PACKAGE

Cold weather pkg -inc: windshield wiper de-icer grid, heated exterior mirrors

Safety and Warranty

Rebate

Warranty

Basic Years:
3.

Basic Miles/km:
36,000.

Drivetrain Years:
5.

Drivetrain Miles/km:
60,000.

Corrosion Years:
5.

Corrosion Miles/km:
Unlimited.

Hybrid/Electric Components Years:
8.

Hybrid/Electric Components Miles/km:
100,000

Basic Years:
3.

Basic Miles/km:
36,000.

Drivetrain Years:
5.

Drivetrain Miles/km:
60,000.

Corrosion Years:
5.

Corrosion Miles/km:
Unlimited

Recall

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
15V689000.

Mfg's Report Date:
OCT 22, 2015.

Component:
VISIBILITY.

Potential Number of Units Affected:
2,000,000.

Summary:
Toyota Motor Company (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2009-2011 Tundra, Sequoia, Corolla, Corolla Matrix and Scion xB, 2008-2011 Highlander and Highlander Hybrid, 2007 Camry and Camry Hybrid, 2009 Camry and Camry Hybrid, 2006-2011 RAV4, 2006-2010 Yaris, and 2009-2010 Scion xD and Pontiac Vibe vehicles. During the manufacturing of the Power Window Master Switch (PWMS), grease lubricant may have been inconsistently applied to the sliding electrical contacts..

Consequence:
If the sliding electrical contacts are not protected by lubricant, debris and moisture that get into the switch may cause a short circuit and the switch assembly may overheat and melt, increasing the risk of a fire..

Remedy:
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the switch, applying a lubricant if no abnormality is found. If abnormality is found, the PWMS circuit board will be replaced, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin December 20, 2015. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is C0M..

Notes:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov..

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
14V743000.

Mfg's Report Date:
November 19, 2014.

Component:
SEATS.

Potential Number of Units Affected:
3,233.

Summary:
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 Prius and Corolla, 2009-2011 Venza, 2006-2010 Avalon, 2007-2010 FJ Cruiser, 2005-2011 Sienna and Sequoia, 2006-2011 Tacoma 4x2 and 4x4, Camry, Highlander, Tundra 4x2 and 4x4, and 2007-2011 Rav4 and 4Runner. The affected vehicles may experience compression of the seat cushion which may damage the seat heater wiring..

Consequence:
Damage to the seat heater wiring could cause the wires to short, increasing the risk of the seat burning and causing personal injury to the occupant..

Remedy:
SET will notify owners, and dealers will disconnect the heaters with copper strand heating elements and refund the purchase price of the seat heater accessory, free of charge. The recall is expected to began in January 2015. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226..

Notes:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov..

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
16V396000.

Mfg's Report Date:
June 2, 2016.

Component:
SEATS.

Potential Number of Units Affected:
7,749.

Summary:
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2005-2011 4Runner, Highlander, Sequoia, and Sienna, 2005-2010 Avalon and Tundra, 2006-2008 Camry Solara, 2006-2010 Highlander hybrid, 2006-2011 Rav4 and Tacoma, 2007-2010 FJ Cruiser, 2007-2011 Camry hybrid, 2009-2010 Venza, 2010-2012 Prius, 1988-1990 and 2005-2010 Camry, and 1989 and 2009-2010 Corolla vehicles equipped with aftermarket accessory seat heaters with a copper strand heating element. The electrical wiring in the seat heaters may be damaged when the seat cushion is compressed..

Consequence:
If damaged, the copper strand heating element may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire..

Remedy:
SET will notify owners, and dealers will disconnect the seat heaters, free of charge, and refund the purchase price of the seat heater accessory. The recall began on July 14, 2016. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET number for this recall is SET16B..

Notes:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

News - Crash Test Results

Overall Rating:
* * * *.

Overall Frontal Barrier Crash Rating:
* * * *.

Frontal Barrier Crash Rating Driver:
* * * *.

Frontal Crash Test Note:
Not Applicable.

Note:
Frontal crash test results are valid for 2011 model year vehicles manufactured before July 2, 2010..

Overall Side Crash Rating:
* * * * *.

Side Barrier Rating:
* * * * *.

Side Pole Rating Driver Front Seat:
* * * * *.

Male/Female Dummy Note:
Male: Average sized adult male dummy in 35-MPH crash into fixed barrier. Rating is evaluation of injury to head, neck, chest, legs. Female: Small-sized adult female dummy in 35-mph crash into fixed barrier. Rating is evaluation of injury to head, neck, chest, legs..

Combined Side Rating Front Seat:
* * * * *.

Combined Side Rating Rear Seat:
* * * * *.

Rollover Rating:
* * * *.

Rollover Rating Dynamic Test Result:
No Tip.

Risk of Rollover:
17.4%.

Side Barrier Rating Driver:
* * * * *.

Rollover Note:
Dynamic (moving) test results (Tip or No Tip) and measured rollover-related properties determine vehicle's risk of rollover in single vehicle crash and its rollover rating. The Rollover Resistance Rating utilizes a "fishhook" maneuver which is a series of abrupt turns at varying speeds to see how "top-heavy" a vehicle is..

Frontal Barrier Crash Rating Passenger:
* * * *.

Side Barrier Rating Passenger Rear Seat:
* * * * *.

Side Barrier Rating Note:
Not Applicable

Overall Rating:
* * * *.

Overall Frontal Barrier Crash Rating:
* * * *.

Frontal Barrier Crash Rating Driver:
* * * *.

Frontal Crash Test Note:
Not Applicable.

Note:
Frontal crash test results are valid for 2011 model year vehicles manufactured before July 2, 2010..

Overall Side Crash Rating:
* * * * *.

Side Barrier Rating:
* * * * *.

Side Pole Rating Driver Front Seat:
* * * * *.

Male/Female Dummy Note:
Male: Average sized adult male dummy in 35-MPH crash into fixed barrier. Rating is evaluation of injury to head, neck, chest, legs. Female: Small-sized adult female dummy in 35-mph crash into fixed barrier. Rating is evaluation of injury to head, neck, chest, legs..

Combined Side Rating Front Seat:
* * * * *.

Combined Side Rating Rear Seat:
* * * * *.

Rollover Rating:
* * * *.

Rollover Rating Dynamic Test Result:
No Tip.

Risk of Rollover:
19.8%.

Side Barrier Rating Driver:
* * * * *.

Rollover Note:
Dynamic (moving) test results (Tip or No Tip) and measured rollover-related properties determine vehicle's risk of rollover in single vehicle crash and its rollover rating. The Rollover Resistance Rating utilizes a "fishhook" maneuver which is a series of abrupt turns at varying speeds to see how "top-heavy" a vehicle is..

Frontal Barrier Crash Rating Passenger:
* * * *.

Side Barrier Rating Passenger Rear Seat:
* * * * *.

Side Barrier Rating Note:
Not Applicable

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