2013 Toyota Sequoia

The 2013 Toyota Sequoia is back for 2013 and it sounds like its going to be meaner than ever. Big news for the Sequoia for 2013 is that it will now discontinue its 4.6 liter V-8 engine from the available lineup.

Because of the discontinuation of the 4.6-liter V-8 from the lineup 2013, the Toyota Sequoia will now offer one engine for all the trims.

Out with the old

For those of you wondering, the 4.6-liter V-8 was the Sequoia’s base engine. It was able to produce 310 hp and 327 lb-ft of torque and can still be seen in the Toyota Tundra.

The incoming 5.7-liter engine, on the other hand, is rated at 381 hp and 401 lb-ft, and comes mated to a six-speed automatic transmission, as well as a very impressive towing capacity of 7400 pounds.

The 2013 Toyota Sequoia has been EPA rated at 13/18 mpg city/highway for the rear-wheel drive model and 13/17 mpg for the four-wheel drive. The more powerful engine hasn’t reduced the Sequoia’s fuel efficiency that much as the outgoing 4.6-liter was rated 14/20 and 13/18 mpg in two-wheel and four-wheel-drive trims, respectively.

In with the new

For the 2013 model year the Toyota Sequoia will also come equipped with a few new technical features. For example, the 2013 Sequoia will now offer a Blu-Ray rear seat entertainment system, making it Toyota’s first model to do so. Additionally, drivers can now maneuver the large SUV between lanes more safely thanks to an new available blind spot monitoring system.

Trims

The 2013 Toyota Sequoia is still offered in three trim levels: SR5, Limited, and Platinum.

The Platinum model, the top trim for the 2013 Sequoia, comes standard equipped with many impressive features including a navigation system, adaptive cruise control, a rear load-leveling air suspension, heated seats for second row passengers, and a very impressive premium 14-speaker sound system.

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2013 Toyota Matrix

Vehicle Overview

The 2013 Toyota Matrix is a compact hatchback that offers plenty of cargo room. It is offered in either a base trim or an S trim.

For 2013, the base model of the Toyota Matrix gets an upgraded CD player equipped with Bluetooth audio streaming, satellite radio and iPod connectivity. Those who opt for the S model will get an upgraded a stereo equipped with a 6.1-inch touch-screen.

Exterior and Features

The Matrix offers a modern look thanks to a bold looking front end that features thin wraparound headlights and a small grille. Overall the Matrix offers a very modern look combined with the sportiness that is brought by the vehicle’s hatchback.

Those that opt for the S trim can have their Matrix equipped with an optional Sport Package. This package beefs up the matrix by giving it 17-inch alloy wheels, front and rear underbody spoilers and a rear spoiler. Exterior features include: Daytime running lights, Heated power mirrors as well as available, moon roof fog lamps and your choice between 16- or 17-inch wheels

Interior

The 2013 Toyota Matrix fits up to 5 people, thanks to its front sport seats and a three-person rear 60/40-split bench seat. If you need extra cargo room, the backseat can fold down to add space. Interior features include: Front passenger seat folds down (S models), cruise control, power windows and locks, as well as available metallic interior accents

Under the Hood and Safety Features

Base models of the 2013 Toyota Matrix will come powered by a 1.8-liter four-cylinder mated either to a five-speed manual or four-speed automatic transmission, but also offers a 2.4-liter four-cylinder with 158-hp and 162 pounds-feet of torque (Standard on The S model) which is teamed to either a five-speed manual or five-speed automatic transmission.

Every model of the 2013 Matrix is front-wheel drive, minus for the all-wheel-drive S trim, which comes specially equipped with a four-speed automatic. The base and front-wheel-drive S models come with a basic rear torsion beam suspension, while the all-wheel-drive S model gets a rear double-wishbone suspension.

Standard safety features on all 2013 Toyota Matrix models include Front side-impact airbags, Side curtain airbags, Active front head restraints, Antilock brakes Traction control, Electronic stability system.

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2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser

The 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is back with minimal changes for the new model year.

This year the FJ cruiser will see a new available color scheme for the Trail Teams Special Edition. Other changes include standard power outside mirrors with illuminated markers and a new Magma Red exterior color.

But the highlight for the new year is the Trail Teams Special Edition Package, which incorporates a standard Off-Road Package and features a new color, Cement Grey, replacing Radiant Red. The exterior gets a sportier look with black bumpers, front grille, and door handles, while the interior gets matching Cement Grey accents on the door trim, steering wheel, and fabric seat inserts.

Under the hood, the FJ Cruiser comes equipped with a cyclone pre-air cleaner designed to trap sand and dirt. Those who opt for the Trail Teams package will have give their FJ Cruiser better chassis performance thanks to trail-tuned Bilstein shock absorbers, a rear differential lock with Active Traction Control system, fuel tank, and transfer cases, skid plates, and rock rails, while the exterior gets 16-inch Toyota Racing Development (TRD) wheels mated to 265/75ZR16 All-Terrain tires from BF Goodrich.

The FJ Cruiser can be configured as 4×2 or 4×4 and will be powered by a 4.0-liter V6 engine able to produce 260-hp and 272 lb-ft of torque. Interior technology includes USB Port, iPod connectivity, and XM Satellite Radio Capability.

The 2013 FJ Cruise also offers a Convenience Package which adds cruise control, daytime running lights, a rear window wiper, and a spare tire cover, plus a rear backup camera--really a necessity if you plan to drive the FJ around town, or parallel-park.

Optional for the FJ Cruiser to increase towing capacity is a Class Four hitch receiver, making the vehicle capable of towing up to 5,000 lbs.

If you are looking to combine trail ability with fresh styling, then go for the Trail Teams Special Edition Package. It includes most of the above named extras plus body color-matched interior highlights, off-road lights, an aluminum shift knob and aluminum scuff plates. Lastly for 2013, the Trail Teams Package is newly offered in Cement Gray.

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Highlander,Tacoma and Tundra See Changes For 2013

For the 2013 model year Toyota has updated its truck and SUV line with trim and equipment upgrades. This year the Tacoma, Tundra each add a new trim level, with the Tundra receiving a new off-road oriented off-road trim. The 2013 Highlander Hybrid also sees some technology upgrades.

2013 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Changes

 

For 2013 every Highlander Hybrid models will come equipped with the Display Audio head unit with standard navigation and Entune. The hybrid models interior will also see an upgrade as it comes equipped with a Leather Premium Package instead of last year’s Leather Package. Every 2013 Highlander hybrid will include leather-trimmed heated seats, HomeLink, a power tilt/slide moonroof, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, and a leather-trimmed steering wheel.

For 2013 the Highlander Hybrid Limited model also adds rear automatic climate control, perforated leather seating surfaces, as well as a JBL Premium Audio system.

2013 Toyota Tacoma Changes

The 2013 Toyota Tacoma will add a new Limited package which adds a four-way adjustable driver’s seat, SofTex-trimmed heated front seats, variable-speed windshield wipers, metallic instrument panel trim, leather-wrapped steering wheel with audio controls, an auto-dimming rear-view mirror with rear camera display, exterior temperature gauge, and a Homelink universal transceiver.

2013 Toyota Tundra Changes

 

For 2013 the Tundra is back with the addition of a Platinum trim and a TRD Rock Warrior Special Edition package for 4×4 models. The Platinum trim, formerly a package on the Limited model, is now a stand-alone trim level.

The plush package includes a wood grain interior trim.and furnishes it with heated and ventilated front bucket seats, leather seating surfaces, a memory package, which includes two-position driver’s seat, exterior mirrors and steering wheel position memory, auto-dimming power-folding outside mirrors with turn signal indicators, navigation and a power tilt/slide moon-roof.

The TRD Rock Warrior package, for those that want a rougher truck, features Bilstein shock absorbers, Rock Warrior exterior graphic, 17-inch forged alloy wheels with LT285/70 R17 BF Goodrich T/A tires, fog lamps, privacy glass, an eight-way driver and four-way passenger adjustable black cloth bucket seats, and an auto-dimming rearview mirror with backup display and HomeLink.

The Rock Warrior package is also available on the Limited trim level, which includes all the comfort and convenience features of the premium trim with a more aggressive look

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2013 Toyota Sienna

Whats New?

The Toyota Sienna returns for the 2013 minus the four-cylinder engine it offered for the past two years. For the 2013 model year Toyota is adding more features to the Sienna’s most popular version.

Styling  and Under the Hood

Toyota does a great job at giving the Sienna into a modern look. The front end features a low grille and a smooth rectangular roofline that offers better utility since it increases interior space.

Since the four-cylinder engine is no longer offered, all 2013 Sienna’s now come standard with a 3.5-liter V-6 with 266 horsepower engine that comes mated to a six-speed automatic. Gas mileage figures for the 2013 model year are 16 – 18 mpg city and 23 – 25 mpg highway. The 2013 Sienna offers electric power steering and independent suspension.

Interior

At more than 200 inches long and more than 78 inches wide, the Sienna offers plenty of interior space, even in the third row. The front seats include an eight-way power adjustable driver's seat and four-way power passenger throne and the second row can be equipped with a pair of available airline-style reclining bucket seats.

If you chose to go with the basic interior, it offers a comfortable and roomy removable second row bench that slides on an elongated track so that either second- or third-row leg room can be expanded, as well as to aid passengers get into the third row. The third-row seat is able to fold flat into the ground. Fold the back seats and push the middle seats pushed forward and the 2013 Sienna has 150 cubic feet of cargo space.

Features

Standard features for the 2013 Toyota Sienna include safety features such as curtain airbags and stability control, a rearview camera and available Bluetooth. For 2013 all upper trims come standard with blind-spot monitors.

Standard on every 2013 Sienna models are dual sliding side doors; power mirrors, windows, and locks, cruise control; a CD player with an auxiliary jack, a tilt/telescoping steering wheel; and three-zone climate control.

Higher trims of the Sienna will come equipped with power sliding side doors and a power tailgate as well as leather upholstery, heated front seats, steering-wheel audio controls, a dual sunroof, a 16.4-inch-wide LCD screen and a DVD player to keep the two back rows of passengers entertained, and which can even be split side by side so that one side can be dedicated to one source such as a video game, and the other one to a movie.  

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