Toyota Offers Alternatives to SUVs

Sep 9, 2015

You aren’t stuck with the choice of either a sedan or an SUV. Sometimes you need the comfort of one and the space of the other, but many drivers don’t want to choose an SUV. Whatever the restrictions, fuel prices, budgets or style, drivers want more choices beyond SUVs, and Toyota has them covered. Take a look at the top alternatives to SUVs.

2015 Toyota Venza LE

The starting MSRP for the 2015 Toyota Venza LE is $32,085. The five-passenger vehicle has an all-wheel-drive drivetrain, a powerful inline-4, and it provides 36.2 cubic feet of cargo space. The Toyota Venza’s 4-cylinder engine produces 181 hp with 182 lb.-ft. of torque, and it can tow up to 1,000 lbs. The Venza’s estimated fuel economy rating is 20/26 mpg. Installed features in the Venza include a 6-speaker audio system, satellite radio, color screen display, dual-zone climate control, Bluetooth®, and Toyota’s Star Safety System™.

2015 Toyota Prius v Four

You will be impressed by the efficiency of the Prius and the space in the cargo area. The starting MSRP for the hybrid wagon is $30,745. Under the hood is a 1.8-liter hybrid engine that nets 134 hp and averages an estimated 44/40 mpg. Kelley Blue Book ranks the Prius v #1 for fuel economy in its segment. Family-friendly features include 34.3 cubic feet of cargo space, a 6-speaker Entune™ Audio system, Bluetooth®, navigation, split-screen display, cargo storage, HomeLink®, and push-button start. The 2015 Toyota Prius v is an IIHS 2015 Top Safety Pick+ Award winner.