TOYOTA FAST FACTS ? "Did You Know"
Toyota invests $1 million dollars every hour in research and development worldwide, to build better and safer cars for
you.
Toyota offers consumers the most fuel-efficient passenger car lineup in Canada* ? and it has for five consecutive
years.
Canadians say Toyota has the best reputation of any automaker ? according to the 2009 Marketing/Leger Canada
Corporate Reputation Survey.
About half the Toyotas sold in Canada now are built in Canada ? one of the highest percentages of domestic
production in the industry ? meaning that buying a Corolla, Matrix or RAV4 can help support domestic production.
Every new model Toyota sells here is thoroughly tested in Canadian winter conditions during its development process,
to help ensure that it meets your expectations.
Toyota has been satisfying Canadian customers for over 50 years ? and building cars here for more than 20.
Toyota has invested more than 5-billion dollars in manufacturing facilities in Canada, demonstrating our commitment
to building cars where we sell them.
Toyota employs almost 6,000 Canadians in manufacturing and R&D operations in this country.
Toyota Canada's 240 dealers support almost 12,000 jobs in communities nationwide.
Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada's RAV4 plant in Woodstock Ontario, which opened in 2008, is the first new
greenfield auto assembly plant in Canada in almost 20 years.
Toyota vehicles claimed five of the top ten places for highest retained value according to Canadian Black Book ?
including first overall for the RAV4.
This means a high resale value for your vehicle when it comes time to buy your
next Toyota.
Toyota won two segment awards and placed second overall among mainstream brands in Automotive Lease Guide's
2009 Canadian Residual Value Awards.
Toyota is the world's leading manufacturer of hybrid vehicles, with more than 1.7 million on the road.
Toyota has over 1000 new global patents on the 2010 Prius 4 leading the way in developing new technologies and
bringing these to market to benefit you.
Students all across Canada did some of their learning outside this year, thanks to the Toyota Evergreen learning
Grounds program.
Toyota Canada is a national sponsor of Special Olympics Canada.
The Toyota Earth Day Scholarship program provides post-secondary entrance scholarships to outstanding students
who are also environmental leaders from all across the country.
TOYOTA COROLLA ? "Did You Know"
Toyota Corolla is built right here in Canada ? and it has been for more than 20 years.
Toyota has been selling Corollas in Canada since 1967 ? more than 1,000,000 of them.
Corolla is Toyota's best-selling automobile nameplate in the world, with more than 30 million sold.
The all-new tenth-generation Toyota Corolla was voted the best new car in its class in Canada.
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The starting MSRP of the 2010 Corolla is lower today than it was 7 years ago!
The current tenth-generation Corolla was designed in collaboration with styling studios in Turin, Italy, and road tested
around the world ? including in Canadian winter conditions ? before going into production.
With combined fuel-consumption ratings as low as 6.7 litres per 100 kilometres, the current tenth-generation Toyota
Corolla is one of the most fuel-efficient vehicles in its segment.
The 2009 Corolla went further on 50 litres of fuel than any other compact car in 2008 CanadianDriver.com's 50-litre
Challenge.
With a 158-horsepower 2.4-litre engine, the 2010 Corolla XRS is a true performance machine ? and it still achieves a
combined fuel-consumption rating of just 8.1 litres per 100 kilometres.
2010 Corolla is available with three different wheel and tire sizes to provide a choice of ride and handling
characteristics for different tastes.
2010 Corolla's windshield features three layers of acoustic material between the inner and outer glass layers to limit
the transmission of wind noise into the passenger compartment.
All 2010 Corolla models include such amenities as a tilt & telescopic steering wheel, multi-information display and
cabin air filter as standard equipment.
All 2010 Corollas include such insightful features as cupholders with drain holes to handle spilled liquids, an AUX audio
input and a custom-designed 'pinch-free' storage box for your portable devices that keep their wires neat and tidy.
Toyota designed the current tenth-generation Corolla with thoughtful touches for rear passengers with ample room
for three, supportive seats and an almost perfectly flat floor for greater leg comfort.
The Corolla's standard audio system would put many home systems to shame. It includes AM/FM/CD and MP3/WMA
playback capability, an auxiliary audio input jack, four speakers and a satellite-ready antenna with pre-wire.
The 2010 Corolla is available with such upscale amenities as leather seat surfaces, heated front seats and a DVD-based
Navigation System.
The 2010 Toyota Corolla LE is available with a Smart Entry system that enables doors to be unlocked with the key fob
still in your pocket or purse.
Corolla's high-tech engines are designed to deliver more torque at low and medium speeds and enhanced output at
higher speeds ? as well as improving fuel efficiency and reducing emissions.
2009 AJAC Best New Small Car (under $18,000)
TOYOTA MATRIX ? "Did You Know"
? There's only one place in the world where the Toyota Matrix is built ? at Toyota's award-winning Canadian plant in
Cambridge, Ontario.
? The 2010 Toyota Matrix is available with either front-wheel-drive or winter-taming all-wheel drive ? the choice is
yours.
? Vehicle Stability Control and Traction Control are safety features that are either standard or available on every 2010
Matrix trim level.
? The 2010 Toyota Matrix combines the functionality of a small SUV, the style, image and performance of a sports car
and the affordability of a compact sedan ? and it's built exclusively right here in Canada.
? All 2010 Matrix models offer the safety and security of standard front and rear disc brakes, enhanced by ABS with
Brake Assist (BA) and Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD).
? Equipped with a high-tech 1.8-litre 4-cylinder engine that produces 132 horsepower, the 2010 Toyota Matrix has a
combined fuel consumption rating as low as 7.1 L/100 km.
? The sporty 2010 Toyota Matrix XR and XRS feature a high-performing 158-horsepower 2.4-litre engine ? but they
can still achieve a combined fuel consumption rating of just 8.5 L/100 km.
? The compact and thrifty 2010 Toyota Matrix seats five adults and provides more rear cargo space than many typical
mid-size sedans.
TOYOTA CAMRY ? "Did You Know"
? The Toyota Camry is the best selling passenger car in North America.
? The 2010 Toyota Camry is available in seven different models ? including the Camry Hybrid.
? The 4-cylinder Camry for 2010 (available on LE and XLE models) feature a new 2.5-litre engine that delivers more
power (169 horsepower) and better fuel economy (7.7 L/100 km combined) than the engine it replaces.
? Every 2010 Camry comes with a full suite of safety equipment including ABS, Vehicle Stability Control, whiplash injury
lessening front seats and seven airbags as standard equipment.
? Standard equipment on the 2010 Camry includes a dedicated airbag to protect the driver's knees ? a feature more
usually associated with luxury vehicles.
? Every line and angle of the 2010 Camry is carefully honed to reduce fuel-wasting aerodynamic drag ? and the sporty
Camry SE even employs Toyota's Formula 1 technology on its undercarriage for enhanced stability at higher speeds.
? The 2010 Toyota Camry Hybrid features a standard fuel economy indicator that helps drivers maximize their fuel
efficiency.
? With its impressive 425-litre capacity, the 2010 Camry's trunk has enough room to accommodate four suitcases ? or
four golf bags if you prefer.
? The 2010 Toyota Camry's impressive quietness is no accident. Toyota engineers make use of noise-reducing features
throughout its construction ? including such details as computer-analyzed floor damping and foam insulation in the
side pillars.
? The electronically-controlled 6-speed automatic transmission, standard in most 4-cylinder and all V6 2010 Camry
models, helps reduce fuel consumption as well as enhancing Camry's legendary smoothness.
? With a combined gasoline engine/electric motor output of 187 horsepower, the 2010 Camry Hybrid delivers
exceptional fuel economy. TOYOTA YARIS ? "Did You Know"
? The 2010 Yaris is available in three distinctive body styles ? the stylish Yaris 4-door sedan and the sporty but versatile
3-door and 5-door Yaris Hatchback.
? The Toyota Yaris and Yaris Hatchback offer best-in-class fuel efficiency and they have the awards to prove it ? they
have won ecoENERGY awards from Natural Resources Canada's Office of Energy Efficiency every year since Yaris was
first introduced in Canada.
? Under its stylish skin, the 2010 Toyota Yaris makes extensive use of high-tensile steel in its construction, which
contributes to body rigidity and vehicle longevity.
? All 2010 Yaris models are powered by a high-tech 1.5-litre 4-cylinder engine that features many of the same powerenhancing and fuel-conserving advanced technologies found in other Toyotas.
? Standard safety equipment in the 2010 Yaris includes such features as whiplash injury lessening front seats - the kind
of extra protection typically found in much more expensive vehicles.
TOYOTA RAV4 ? "Did You Know"
? Toyota created a whole new class of vehicle ? the passenger car-based compact SUV ? when it introduced the RAV4 in
1996. The 2010 RAV4 is the third-generation descendant of that pioneering model.
? The versatile and sporty Toyota RAV4 is now built right here in Canada
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? in a brand new plant in Woodstock, Ontario.
? The 2010 Toyota RAV4 is available with your choice of an energetic 2.5-litre 4-cylinder engine for maximum fuel
efficiency or a powerful 3.5-litre V6 with plenty of torque for towing.
? The 2010 Toyota RAV4 with fuel-efficient front-wheel-drive includes the added security of an automatic limited slip
differential to help keep you going when the going gets slippery.
? The 2010 Toyota RAV4 is available with either front-wheel-drive or the added confidence of automatic on-demand
4-wheel-drive that switches effortlessly between front-wheel and 4-wheel drive in response to driving conditions.
? 2010 Toyota RAV4 drivers can help maximize their fuel efficiency through their driving style by taking advantage of a
new high-tech fuel economy indicator that is standard in every model.
? Driving confidence is standard equipment in the 2010 RAV4. All models feature standard four-wheel-disc brakes,
enhanced with ABS, Brake Assist and Electronic Brake Force Distribution, as well as Vehicle Stability Control and
Traction Control.
? All V6-equipped 2010 RAV4s are fitted with Hill Start Assist Control and Downhill Assist Control, helping the compact
SUV deliver big-SUV capabilities in a smaller, urban-savvy package.
? The 2010 Toyota RAV4 easily converts from a friend-friendly road reveler to a capable and versatile cargo carrier.
Fold-flat rear seats open up more than 1000 L of storage space.
? The 2010 RAV4 was built with safety in mind, from its six standard airbags and whiplash-reducing active front
headrests to child-restraint seat anchors and child protector door locks.
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As of August 2009, over 70% of RAV4s are proudly built in Canada.
TOYOTA TUNDRA ? "Did You Know"
? The 2010 Toyota Tundra's all-new 4.6-litre V8 engine is 12-percent more powerful and uses 11-percent less fuel
than the engine it replaces.
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The 4.6-litre Tundra for 2010 is the most fuel-efficient conventional full-size pickup truck available in Canada.
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? The 2010 Toyota Tundra is available in your choice of 15 different models and 30 different configurations ? one to
suit virtually every need, taste and budget.
? The 2010 Toyota Tundra is available in three different cab sizes: a three-passenger Regular Cab, five- or six-passenger
Double Cab and five- or six-passenger CrewMax.
? 2010 Tundra is available with your choice of three bed lengths, all of which can handle a 4'x 8' sheet of plywood
between their wheel wells.
? The 2010 Tundra is replete with features that provide real value ? like a driver-activated automatic limited slip
differential that helps keep the Tundra going in tough situations, or extra-large door handles that permit operation
with a gloved hand.
? Most 2010 Tundra models are equipped with Toyota's versatile bed-rail utility system ? which is compatible with a
long list of cargo-carrying accessories to suit your every need.
? Among the many thoughtful features available on the 2010 Tundra is a removable locking tailgate complete with
hydraulic assist for ease of operation with just two fingers.
? Safety is a priority in the 2010 Toyota Tundra. An impressive array of both active and passive safety features ?
including ABS, Vehicle Stability Control and six airbags ? is standard equipment.
? Among 2010 Tundra's many standard safety features are dedicated knee-protection airbags for both the driver and
front passenger.
? The 2010 Tundra Double Cab Long Box is configured with one goal in mind: to set the benchmark for full-size pickups.
In fact, if it was any wider, it would require running lights!
? 2010 Tundra's ultra-tough frame employs such features as closed-channel side rails to create a rigid foundation that
translates into a smooth and secure ride.
? Useful real-truck features, like power-adjustable heated and extendable towing mirrors with turn signals, are standard
equipment on most 2010 Tundra models.
? All 2010 Tundras are equipped with a 6-speed automatic transmission that includes a TOW/HAUL mode to help keep
the truck in the most efficient gear on grades, even when towing or hauling heavy loads.
? 2010 Tundra's interior provides exceptional interior volume, easy-to-operate controls, tons of storage, and
comfortable seating that flips, folds flat and reclines into more configurations than you can count.
? The 2010 Tundra is designed with your convenience in mind ? including such thoughtful touches as a glove box big
enough for a full-size thermos, a centre console with a unique hanging file folder system and enough room for a full
size laptop and under-seat rear storage bins.
? The 2010 Tundra is a high-tech powerhouse when it comes to communication and entertainment. Available features
include steering-wheel audio controls, Bluetooth capability, integrated XM satellite radio, USB audio, DVD-based
Navigation, a JBL audio System and an auto-dimming rearview mirror with compass and backup camera.
Fuel efficiency estimates based on approved Transport Canada Test Methods.
FAST FACTS
CAMRY HISTORY
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Toyota
began selling the Camry in 1983, and more than 9 million Camrys have been sold
in the U.S. since then (nearly 15 million globally).
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The
Camry has been the best-selling car in America for nine years running, and 13 of the past 14 years. The previous-generation
Camry was number one every year since it was introduced in 2007.
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2011 marks the
25th anniversary of Camry production in Georgetown, Ky. Toyota began manufacturing the Camry in
Georgetown in 1986 and the vehicle is now also built in Lafayette, Ind.
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The 2007 Camry
Hybrid was the first Toyota hybrid built in the U.S.
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The name Camry comes from the Japanese word kanmuri,
meaning crown.
FAST FACTS
CAMRY AWARDS AND ACCOLADES
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Rated
among "Best Buys" by Consumers Digest 1983 ? 1994, 1996-2000
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Winner
of eight J.D. Power & Associates awards
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Named
among "Ten Best Cars" by Car & Driver three times since 1992
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1993
- 1994 - "Family Car of the Year" Sedan Finalist Family Circle
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1996
- "Best Buy in Family Car Segment" Consumer's Digest
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1996
- "Best of What's New" Popular Science
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2000
- Among "Best Picks for Safety" Money Magazine
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2001
- AutoPacific's Vehicle Satisfaction Score (VSS) award for Mid-Size Car
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2001
- AutoWeek's America's Best Award
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2002
- "Best Family Sedan" in Money Magazine's Car Guide 2002 (March 2002
Issue)
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2002
- Detroit News names Camry "Car of
the Year."
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2002
- Insurance Institute for Highway Safety
(IIHS) names Camry "Best Pick."
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2004
- "Best Bet," The Car Book 2004
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2004
- Camry listed as "Best Sedan" and Camry LE named "Best Vehicles for $25,000 or
Less," car ? Consumer Reports
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2004
- "Best Cars for Families" sedans category, AAA/Parents magazine
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2007
- Camry Hybrid named "Eco-Friendly Car of the Year" by Cars.com Lifestyle
Awards
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2007
- Camry Hybrid named "Best Environmentally-Friendly Car for Women" by
FAMA-AUTOS
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2007
- Camry named one of the "Best Cars for Families," AAA/Parents Magazine.
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2007
- "Car of the Year," Motor Trend
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2007
- "Green Car of the Year," Green Car Journal
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2008
- Consumer Reports "Most Satisfying" ? Family Cars Category
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2009
- U.S. News & World Report's 2009 Best Car for the money award
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2009
- Named Best New Family Vehicle by Kelley Blue Book's kbb.com
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2012
? Named "Best resale Value-Mid-Size Car" by Kelly Blue Book
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2012
? New Camry named "Car of the Month" by NADAguides
FAST FACTS
CAMRY AND NASCAR
Toyota and NASCAR
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Toyota joined the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series (NSCS) and
NASCAR Nationwide Series (NNS) with the Camry in 2007.
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The
Toyota Camry has won its three consecutive NNS manufacturer's championships
(2008-2010).
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In 2009,
Kyle Busch captured a NNS driver's championship in a Toyota Camry.
Camry in NASCAR History
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Toyota will partner with
Daytona International Speedway for the new 2012 Camry to serve as the official
pace car for the 54th running of the Daytona 500 in 2012.
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The Toyota Camry has won 102 NASCAR races (38 NSCS, 64 NNS)
since 2007.
Toyota in NASCAR Sprint Cup Series (NSCS) -- Camry
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Kyle Busch earned Toyota's first win with the Camry in NSCS competition
at Atlanta Motor Speedway (3/9/2008).
The win came in the Camry's 40th race in the series.
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The Camry has 38 race wins and 30 poles in NSCS
competition (through 9-15-11).
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Since 2007, a total of 52 different drivers have driven
a Camry in NSCS competition.
Toyota in NASCAR Nationwide Series (NNS) -- Camry
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Toyota's
first NASCAR win with the Camry came in the NNS when Jason Leffler captured the
checkered flag at Lucas Oil Raceway in Indianapolis
(7-28-07).
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The
Camry has 64 race wins and 53 poles in NNS competition (through 9-15-11).
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Since
2007, a total of 70 different drivers have driven a Camry in NNS competition.
Toyota's History at Daytona
International Speedway
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Denny Hamlin claimed Toyota's first-ever NSCS
victory in the second-of-two 2008 Gatorade Duels -- a qualifying, non-points
event for the Daytona 500.
