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2021 Toyota Highlander vs 2021 Kia Telluride comparison One of the most popular crossover SUVs in the Toyota lineup is the Highlander, which is an ideal fit for any family that is on the go and needs a spacious, comfortable ride. It’s also suitable for many different adventures, and while we love this beautiful crossover dearly, it is not without its share of competition. That includes the relatively new to the market Telluride from Kia. How do they differ? Take a look at this 2021 Toyota Highlander vs 2021 Kia Telluride comparison video to learn more. Comparing the Highlander and Telluride Read more about the Highlander!

How long does a Toyota RAV4 typically last? Whenever you are buying a new or even a used car, it is always a big financial commitment. You’ll be spending a great deal of money on this, so you need to be sure that you will get your money’s worth, and we don’t just mean through the experience itself, but also the longevity. The RAV4 is one of the most popular vehicles in the Toyota lineup. If you have had your eyes on a new Toyota RAV4, you may be wondering, “how long does a Toyota RAV4 typically last?” Read ahead for details! How does the 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime perform on trails? How many miles can you put on a RAV4? Experts tend to agree that you can put upwards of 200,000 to 250,000 miles on a Toyota RAV4 if it has been properly cared for. Once you get beyond that, it’s possible and even likely that more frequent maintenance or care will be needed in order to keep things up to par, which can mean ordering new parts and getting more fluid flushes. Even so, considering that the average person drives around 10,000 miles a year, that can mean upwards of 25 years or more of use out of your RAV4, making it a worthy investment. How can you make your Toyota RAV4 last longer? Actual mileage is always subject to many different variables. Proper care is the key to getting the RAV4, or any vehicle for that matter, to hit those high numbers. Stay on schedule with all your routine maintenance, such as oil changes, tire rotations, wheel alignments, and transmission flushes. Also, make sure you are cleaning it and keeping its exterior and interior in great shape as well, and be mindful to avoid causing rust as the vehicle ages. Rust can do quite a number on any automobile. Follow your owner’s manual closely with all recommendations and schedules for all your cleaning, maintenance, and other care. San Francisco Toyota has two service center locations!

What is the driving range of the 2021 Toyota Mirai? The Toyota Mirai is a very unique car from the legendary automaker that you can’t find just anywhere. Living in California gives you a special opportunity to drive this car, which is powered by a hydrogen fuel cell, and stretch your fuel dollar to its limits. It’s gotten a redesign and some upgrades for the 2021 model year, including in how far it can drive. What is the driving range of the 2021 Toyota Mirai? It’s estimated that the XLE grade can drive on a single charge for up to 402 miles! Continue reading below to see how this is possible, and to learn more about what to expect from the new Mirai. What is a hydrogen fuel-cell electric vehicle? 2021 Toyota Mirai power specifications The fuel cell system this go ‘round is about 30 percent more powerful with its EPA-estimated 402-mile driving range in the XLE grade. Being a fuel-cell electric vehicle (FCEV) means it is a plug-less electric vehicle that uses non-toxic fuel to power the car with compressed hydrogen gas instead of your typical liquid gasoline. So, what does this translate to in terms of power? The lithium-ion battery and the whole power control unit can produce 182 horsepower and 221 lb-ft of torque. That’s an increase over the previous (first) generation Mirai, which produced 151 horsepower and 247 lb-ft of torque. Design The new generation of the Toyota Mirai has a coupe inspiration but with a lot of practicality woven in. Now it can fit as many as five people inside rather than just the four of the previous generation, and the entire exterior has an elegant yet confident look, with aerodynamic angles and lines that help with its smooth ride and efficiency. Toyota Mirai for sale in San Francisco, CA San Francisco Toyota is one of the few dealerships where you can find a 2021 Toyota Mirai. We are pleased to offer this exciting vehicle, which is truly the car of the future. Contact us if you are interested today!

How does Toyota Safety Sense 2.5 work? Have you seen us reference Toyota Safety Sense when discussing some of the technology and safety features on the latest Toyota models and wondered what exactly those systems entail? We know how helpful it is to see things in action to get that visual, so we wanted to share this video that Toyota has developed to explain its safety tech. If you have been asking, “How does Toyota Safety Sense 2.5 work,” then take a look at this video! Toyota Safety Sense 2.5 and 2.5+ demonstrations Is it time to service your Toyota? We have two service locations!

Where to get your Toyota serviced in the Bay Area As a vehicle owner, you know how important it is to get your vehicle serviced for routine maintenance to make sure it continues running properly and to check to see if there are any issues to be fixed. Even in tumultuous times where driving may not be happening as frequently, you still need to make sure that your car is properly taken care of--just as you have regular doctor visits, even if you’re feeling well, to make sure that everything is copacetic. While San Francisco Toyota may be best known for our selection of new Toyota models and used vehicles for sale, we also offer two service center locations. If you’re looking for where to get your Toyota serviced in the Bay Area, you’ve found it! Where are the San Francisco Toyota service centers? We have two Toyota Certified Service Centers for you to choose from here in San Francisco. The first is at 4099 Geary Blvd, and the other is at 1608 Van Ness Ave. So, depending on where in the San Francisco area you live, you can select the location that will work out best for you. Our service hours are generally 7AM to 5:30PM Monday through Friday, 7AM to 5PM on Saturday, and closed on Sunday. However, as you know, the pandemic has made things more fluid in terms of changes, so adjustments in hours or when locations are even open at all may be needed at times. Be sure to always check our website for the latest information, and feel free to give us a call at 415-941-2502 for any questions. What services are offered by San Francisco Toyota? Get your Camry, Corolla, RAV4, or any other Toyota model the service it needs with us! Come to us for your oil changes, engine filter changes, transmission flushes, muffler and exhaust repairs, diagnostic checks, front-end alignments, windshield wiper blade replacement, and more. With us, you will be sure your Toyota is getting parts from Toyota for your Toyota, so you can be certain you have the parts specifically designed for what you’re driving. Come and visit us today! We also have a collision center to get your Toyota looking as good as new after a crash

2021 Toyota Camry fuel economy by trim level The Toyota Camry has been a popular midsize sedan for single drivers and families alike for many generations. It provides a comfortable, safe, reliable, and stylish ride for everyone on board. It also happens to sip fuel conservatively, giving you plenty of bang for your fuel buck. Just how efficient is it? Review the 2021 Toyota Camry fuel economy by trim level to see how well this car can carry you around town. 2021 Toyota Camry EPA fuel economy numbers Not counting hybrid models, the 2021 Toyota Camry is offered in eight total models: LE, SE, SE Nightshade Edition, XLE, XSE, TRD, XLE V6, and XSE V6. Different engine options and drivetrains are available throughout the lineup, giving the Camry a grand total of 13 trims overall. Take a look at the chart to see the kind of fuel efficiency each trim offers up. 2021 Toyota Camry for sale in San Francisco, CA Are you in the San Francisco area? Are you looking for an efficient car that offers a lot of style in addition to its efficiency and practicality? We are proud to stock the 2021 Toyota Camry right here at San Francisco Toyota! If you are interested, contact us today and let’s get you behind the wheel for a test drive. Compare the Camry against other popular sedans

How to manage your Toyota App account Today’s technological age is a marvel for vehicle owners in general, but it makes owning a Toyota particularly better. By driving a Toyota and signing up for a Toyota App account, you will gain access to a wide variety of functions, including remote access to select features on your vehicle, diagnostics, and more. This can sometimes be a tough area to navigate, so we wanted to show you this video that explains how to manage your Toyota App account. Take a look! How do you use the Toyota App? Demo of managing your Toyota App account View our inventory of new Toyota models

How environmentally friendly is the 2021 Toyota Sienna? Have you heard? The Toyota Sienna, one of the most popular minivans out there today, has been redesigned to offer standard hybrid powertrains across the lineup. This, naturally, means that it is bound to have a better impact on the environment, which is one of the goals of hybrid vehicles, along with their remarkable fuel efficiency. How environmentally friendly is the 2021 Toyota Sienna? Enough so that it has now won the 2021 Family Green Car of the Year Award! Read ahead for some more details. How much passenger and cargo space is in the 2021 Toyota Sienna? Family Green Car of the Year Award details A variety of contributors evaluate vehicles for these Green Car awards. These contributors include editors at Green Car Journal, the president of Ocean Futures Society, a research fellow at the Energy Institute at the University of Texas at Austin, celebrity car enthusiast Jay Leno, and more. The 2021 Toyota Sienna was selected as the Family Green Car of the Year™ because of its aforementioned standard hybrid powertrain across the entire lineup, as well as its vast selection of new technology and amenities that make it an enjoyable ride in addition to its environmentally friendly characteristics. “This award just further highlights our dedication to hybrids in North America and we’re humbly honored to have the new Sienna be recognized as the Family Green Car of the Year for 2021,” Bob Carter, executive vice president of sales for Toyota North America, said in a press release. Ideal for families and the environment The hybrid powertrain of the new Sienna can get an EPA-estimated 36 city and 36 highway miles per gallon, which used to be unheard of for a vehicle of such size. The fourth generation of this minivan also delivers a spacious ride, creature comforts, and technology features to keep everyone happy during long rides.

What is a hydrogen fuel-cell electric vehicle? While it may not be the most common vehicle you will see on dealership lots, the Toyota Mirai is quite unique in not just its style or availability, but also its power source. The 2021 Toyota Mirai, which has been redesigned as it enters its next generation, is a hydrogen fuel-cell electric vehicle. What is a hydrogen fuel-cell electric vehicle? Let’s take a look at what this entails as well as the history of this kind of fuel in the automotive world. Hydrogen fuel-cell electric vehicle power explained We’re going to get all Bill Nye on you here, but please bear with us! The origins of hydrogen fuel-cell electric vehicle (FCEV) technology actually date all the way back to 1839. That year, a physicist from Wales combined hydrogen and oxygen in the presence of an electrolyte. That ended up producing an electric current. Much later on in the space race, that kind of technology was being used in the Apollo spacecraft to provide electricity and water from hydrogen and oxygen that had been stored up for that kind of use. The whole thing essentially works by having a fuel cell system that combines stored hydrogen with oxygen from the air to produce an electric current, heat, and water. In a car, it works similar to a plug-in electric vehicle, however, it does not need to be plugged in. The fuel cell itself is made up of an anode, a cathode, and an electrolyte membrane. The hydrogen then goes through the anode while oxygen is run through the cathode. As the hydrogen moves along this route, it breaks into electrons and protons. The protons will go through the electrolyte membrane while the electrons run in a circuit to generate heat and a current of electricity. See, we told you we’d be going Bill Nye for a bit here! FCEV in the 2021 Toyota Mirai The Toyota Mirai is powered using this technology, making it an efficient and environmentally friendly car. After debuting in 2015, the latest variation is expected to have about a 30 percent increase in driving range, and fueling up is expected to be quite simple, as drivers can refuel at an SAE-conforming hydrogen fueling station in California. For 2021, it has also been redesigned to be sleeker and offer a lot more technology. You can find out more by visiting our dedicated 2021 Toyota Mirai page! The 2021 Toyota Corolla is another efficient car; what is its fuel economy?

Options for the end of your Toyota lease In addition to being able to finance and purchase a new Toyota model here at San Francisco Toyota, you also have the option of leasing a new Toyota model instead. Leasing is a fine option for many people depending on driving preferences and lifestyles, but what happens when it is time to end the lease? There are a few different options for the end of your Toyota lease, and these videos go over them to provide you with the answers you need. Toyota end-of-lease processes explained Did you know you can rent a new Toyota in San Francisco?

What is the 2021 Toyota Corolla fuel economy? You have to love a compact car. These types of vehicles offer a great deal of fuel efficiency and have the right amount of pep in their step to serve as your reliable daily driver just about anywhere. One such compact car is the Toyota Corolla, which for generations has been providing drivers with plenty of fuel efficiency to stretch their fuel dollar quite far. What is the 2021 Toyota Corolla fuel economy? Read ahead and we will break it down. Compare the 2021 Corolla Apex Edition vs the 2021 Corolla base model 2021 Toyota Corolla EPA fuel economy ratings The 2021 Toyota Corolla is available in sedan, hatchback, and hybrid variations. Each one offers its own unique take on the Corolla name, and they all have comparable fuel economy ratings, though the hybrid has significantly higher numbers just as any hybrid car would. Take a look at the table below to see the maximum fuel economy of each one. 2021 Toyota Corolla engine options The base 2021 Corolla is equipped with a 1.8-liter four-cylinder DOHC engine capable of 139 horsepower. The SE model gets a 2.0-liter four-cylinder DOHC capable of producing 169 horsepower. The Hybrid offers a 1.8-liter four-cylinder aluminum DOHC that can deliver 121 horsepower for even more fuel efficiency. As for the hatchback, there you will find a 2.0-liter four-cylinder Dynamic Force Engine that doles out 168 horsepower. With any of these engines, you are getting a spirited ride to complement the high fuel efficiency, providing a dynamic ride every time. Is it okay to drive a Corolla when the fuel light is on and you’re almost out of gas?

2021 Toyota Sienna passenger and cargo space If you are helping to raise a big family in a busy life where you’re always on the go, a minivan is a desirable vehicle to have to help you along the way. One of the biggest reasons for that is the amount of space they provide for all passengers, not to mention the items that need to be taken along for the journey. Whether it’s picking the kids up from practice, heading to the store to get groceries, venturing out on a vacation getaway, or something in between, a minivan like the Toyota Sienna has what you need. Let’s go over the 2021 Toyota Sienna passenger and cargo space to see what you will have to work with. Watch the 2021 Toyota Sienna in action 2021 Sienna passenger volume The 2021 Toyota Sienna can seat up to eight people, with an optional seven-passenger configuration available on some trims. In Sienna models with an available moonroof, total passenger volume comes out to 159.7 cubic feet, with that number bumping up to 162.5 cubic feet. Head room with the optional moonroof shakes out at 40 inches, while head room without the moonroof is 38.1 inches. As for leg room, you’ll have 40.3 inches in the first row, 39.9 inches in the second row, and 38.7 inches in the third row. 2021 Sienna cargo capacity Cargo space is just as important in any minivan worth its salt, and the new Sienna delivers. If you need to bring the whole crew along and require all three rows of seating you still have 33.5 cubic feet of cargo space to work with. Don’t need that second row? Fold the third-row seats down and you will have 75.2 cubic feet of room to use behind the second row. Do you still need even more room for your items and don’t intend to use the second or third rows of seats? Fold them both down and enjoy a whopping 101 cubic feet of cargo capacity behind the first row. That gives you plenty of options for your cargo and luggage needs. How much does the 2021 Toyota Sienna cost?