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At Classic Toyota, we realize you have a lot of options when choosing a used car. However, if you’re looking for a vehicle that’s reliable, one of the best options is going to be a certified pre-owned Toyota. Let’s compare a vehicle like a certified pre-owned Toyota Corolla near Chicago to a normal used car. Warranty A certified pre-owned Toyota Corolla comes with a limited warranty that lasts for 12 months or 12,000 miles, whichever comes first. Additionally, there’s also a seven year / 100,000 mile powertrain warranty. If a used car is newer it may still have the original warranty left on it, though these are not always transferrable. With a certified Toyota, you’re protected from major problems. 160-Point Inspection In order to be certified, pre-owned Toyota cars will have to go through a full 160-point vehicle inspection. Any issue or part that’s not up to code must be repaired or replaced for the car to become certified. A used car salesman will likely have a car inspected before it goes on the lot, though their standards may not be as intensive or as clear to the customer. Additionally, a private seller may not even take their vehicle to be inspected before selling it. CARFAX Vehicle History Report A CARFAX vehicle history report is included with every certified pre-owned Toyota. This lets you learn more your vehicle: information about past ownership, the title, and even maintenance records. This way you know you’re not getting a lemon. A CARFAX vehicle history report may be available with other used cars, but you’ll likely have to pay extra for it. These are only a few of the highlights of certified pre-owned Toyota vehicles. To learn more, contact a Toyota dealer or visit our dealership to test drive a certified Toyota Corolla near Chicago.

For some time now, Classic Toyota has been following the rumors of an all-new 2016 Toyota Prius. Toyota has finally thrown hybrid fans a bone by unveiling the official redesign at a special event held in Las Vegas, Nevada. The new 2016 Toyota Prius is expected to be released early in 2016. more The current 2015 Toyota Prius is rated at 51 mpg city and 48 mpg highway. Official EPA estimates haven’t been released yet, but Toyota says the new hybrid will be about 10 percent more efficient. The 2016 Toyota Prius features a lighter hybrid system and a battery capable of holding more energy, which will help increase efficiency. Toyota has said there will be a special “Eco” version available with even better fuel economy. Of course the biggest change this year is the design. The new generation abandons the classic “wedge” shape of previous Toyota Prius hybrids for a vehicle that’s sharper and sportier. The 2016 Toyota Prius should appeal to a wider range of drivers with its futuristic, cutting-edge looks. Toyota also says the model will feature more athletic performance. Though still a compact car, the interior of the 2016 Toyota Prius will be larger than before. The vehicle is .6 inches wider and 2.4 inches longer. Toyota also says the interior will feature more premium and soft-touch materials providing plenty of comfort for both the driver and passengers. Classic Toyota looks forward to the release of the 2016 Toyota Prius next year. As we learn more details about the redesign, we will share them here on our blog. In the meantime, you can find the 2015 Toyota Prius near Libertyville at 515 N. Green Bay Road in Waukegan, IL. Stop by soon, we look forward to introducing you to our inventory of new Toyota vehicles!

If you are looking for a comfortable and versatile midsize sedan, Gurnee drivers can now get behind the wheel of the 2016 Toyota Camry at Classic Toyota. This year’s model brings back the vehicle’s blend of features, performance, and fuel economy, along with a new Special Edition model. more The 2016 Toyota Camry comes standard with a 2.5L four-cylinder engine capable of delivering a quick 178 hp with 170 lb-ft of torque. With this engine, the sedan gets up to 35 mpg highway. For more power, a 3.5L V6 can push out 268 hp and 248 lb-ft of torque. With this engine, the 2016 Toyota Camry can go from zero to 60 mph in only 6.2 seconds. The sedan comes in five trim levels this year, along with a hybrid version. Starting off, the 2016 Toyota Camry LE comes with many high-tech features like a 6.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system with voice activation, a Siri Eyes Free mode for iPhone users, Bluetooth connectivity, and a rearview camera. If you’re interested in the 2016 Toyota Camry Special Edition, it comes with a sunroof, a larger 7-inch touchscreen interface, a hands-free trunk opening system, keyless ignition and entry, and a wireless smartphone charging system. The vehicle also looks sharper thanks to special blue interior trim, bigger 18-inch wheels, special driver information gauges, and smoky taillights. Besides offering a lot of features, this is also a car built for safety. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration gave the vehicle an overall five-star safety rating, and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety gave the sedan top scores of “Good” in all major crash tests. To see the new 2016 Toyota Camry near Gurnee and get behind the wheel, come to Classic Kia. You can find us in Waukegan at 515 N. Green Bay Road.

At our Toyota dealership serving Chicago, one of the favorite things our team members like to do during the summer is to head downtown to catch a game. Chicago’s Wrigley Field has been around for more than 100 years and offers a baseball experience few other parks in the country can provide. Recently Wrigley Field finished up the first phase of a major renovation project, which also came along with the announcement that Toyota is now a Legacy Partner of the field and the Chicago Cubs. more Toyota has long been a partner of Wrigley Field and featured a Toyota sign in the outfield bleachers. The new partnership will provide increased exposure for the automaker. In turn, the partnership will help Wrigley Field to continue to fund renovations and keep the park functioning for another 100 years. Toyota is now the official vehicle for the team and park and that comes with some great benefits for the brand. The most major benefit is a big Toyota placement right underneath the iconic Wrigley Field marquee that greets everyone visiting the park. In addition, Toyota will be featured in rotating video screens behind the home plate and on a video screen in left field. Starting in the 2016 season, Toyota will also have naming rights to the parking facilities near the park. We expect the next time you’re at Wrigley Field, you’ll also get a look at some of the latest 2015 and 2016 Toyota cars. Of course, why wait if you want to see some new Toyota models. Visit Classic Toyota and take a test drive. We’re north of Chicago in Waukegan at 515 N. Green Bay Road. Call us at (877) 216-7474 with any questions

Bigger families used to just be limited to minivans, but drivers coming to Classic Toyota have a lot of options like the 2015 Toyota Highlander. This spacious crossover has room for up to eight people with three rows of seating as well as a maximum 83.7 cubic feet of cargo capacity. We also carry pre-owned Toyota Highlander crossover vehicles  for drivers looking for a more affordable option. more The 2015 Toyota Highlander is also a versatile vehicle thanks to its performance. If you would rather preserve fuel economy, stick with the standard 2.7L four-cylinder engine delivering 185 hp and 184 lb-ft of torque. For more utility, a 3.5L V6 achieves 270 hp and 248 lb-ft of torque. These engines can tow up to 5000 pounds and go from zero to 60 mph in a quick 7.3 seconds. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety have both rated the 2015 Toyota Highlander highly in crash safety tests. The NHTSA gave the vehicle an overall top score of five stars. Likewise, the IIHS rated the vehicle “Good” in their side, roof, and moderate-overlap crash tests. Five trims are available starting with the 2015 Toyota Highlander LE. These base models are well equipped with features like Bluetooth, a 6.1-inch touchscreen, and a rearview camera. Higher-end models have more features like a rear entertainment Blu-Ray system, a 12-speaker JBL audio system, and a larger 8-inch touchscreen. To find the current 2015 Toyota Highlander or an older certified pre-owned Toyota Highlander near Chicago, visit Classic Toyota. We’re located at 515 N. Green Bay Road in Waukegan. Monday through Friday we are open 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

The subcompact 2015 Toyota Prius c is the smallest and most affordable hybrid we sell at our Waukegan Toyota dealership. Many drivers can feel concerned about their safety driving a smaller vehicle, but there’s no need to worry about the 2015 Toyota Prius c as it was just named an Insurance Institute for Highway Safety Top Safety Pick. more A few years back, the IIHS introduced their small-overlap front crash test designed to simulate a crash where the driver’s front left corner comes in contact with another car or a pole. This is a common type of collision that could potentially cause the collapse of the front cabin. Automakers across the board initially struggled with the test, especially with their subcompact cars. Toyota has responded by strengthening both the interior driver space as well as the front end of the 2015 Toyota Prius c. In addition, they also lengthened the reach of the interior side curtain airbags. Thanks to those changes, the vehicle earned a passing “Acceptable” rating in the small-overlap crash test. In the moderate-overlap front, side, roof strength, and restraint tests, the small hybrid earned a perfect score of “Good.” Altogether this was enough for the IIHS to give the vehicle their Top Safety Pick award. The 2015 Toyota Prius c comes with a 1.5L four-cylinder gas engine paired with an electric motor and battery pack. Together they help the hatchback to achieve an EPA-estimated 53 mpg city and 46 mpg highway. You can get behind the wheel of a new 2015 Toyota Prius c in Waukegan at Classic Toyota. If you’d like to learn more about the subcompact hybrid, the standard 2015 Toyota Prius, or the larger 2015 Toyota Prius v, contact a Toyota dealer today.

Many automakers like Toyota are already starting to plan out and release 2016 model year vehicles. In the case of Toyota, they are starting off the year right by releasing limited versions of the 2016 Toyota Camry and the 2016 Toyota Corolla that will be at dealerships like Classic Toyota starting in the middle of August. more Toyota will produce about 12,000 2016 Toyota Camry Special Edition models from August to January 2016. The 2016 Toyota Camry Special Edition will be a modified version of the 2016 Toyota Camry SE. It will add a performance-themed interior and exterior elements to make the midsize sedan look more like a sports car. These models will feature glossy black accents, 18-inch wheels, smoked out taillights, and the choice between either a Blizzard Pearl or Blue Streak Metallic exterior paint. On the inside, the car has a special sport fabric, Dark Blue interior, wireless smartphone charging, and an eight-way power driver’s seat. For the 2016 Toyota Corolla, Toyota will be making about 8,000 of these cars from August to next January. These cars are based off the 2016 Toyota Corolla S Plug trim. They add on to these models the glossy black exterior finish, 17-inch wheels, black upholstery with red stitching, red interior accents, and a push-button start. Toyota will be distributing these Special Edition sedans throughout the dealership network, but be sure to contact a Toyota dealer if you’re interested. There won’t be a lot of these cars available, and we’d love to help you get behind the wheel. We will carry the standard 2016 Toyota Camry near Libertyville  soon along with the 2016 Toyota Corolla. In the meantime, you can also drive home in a redesigned 2015 Toyota Camry or 2015 Toyota Corolla.

Having a 2015 Toyota Camry for Chicago driving and going to work every day is great. The car is a solid size to navigate city streets and fit into reasonable parking spaces while still having plenty of interior space. If you do have to drive to work a considerable distance every day, you may want to consider the 2015 Toyota Camry Hybrid. more Powering the 2015 Toyota Camry Hybrid is a 2.5L four-cylinder gasoline engine that’s supplemented by an electric motor and battery pack. Put together, they produce 200 hp, which takes the sedan from zero to 60 mph in 7.6 seconds, a fast time for a midsize hybrid. A continuously variable transmission is used to disperse power to the wheels in front. In terms of fuel economy, the 2015 Toyota Camry Hybrid gets up to 43 mpg city and 39 mpg highway, making it a great choice for driving out to the suburbs or just around Chicago. This is not a plug in hybrid, so you don’t have to worry about charging the sedan. That’s especially helpful if you’re living in Chicago and have to park on the street. Three different trim levels are available starting with the 2015 Toyota Camry LE Hybrid. This starting trim is generously equipped with Bluetooth, a 6.1-inch display screen, rearview camera, and keyless ignition and entry. The 2015 Toyota Camry Hybrid SE is a sportier middle trim while the 2015 Toyota Camry Hybrid XLE is more dedicated to luxury. Find the 2015 Toyota Camry Hybrid or 2015 Toyota Camry near Chicago that’s right for your needs at Classic Toyota. We are conveniently located in Waukegan at 515 North Green Bay Road and ready to help you find your next car!

Our Toyota dealership near Gurnee has been keeping close tabs on the 2016 Toyota Mirai. While the vehicle is so far only available to purchase in California, the vehicle’s hydrogen fuel cell technology could be the zero emissions solution the auto industry has been waiting for. more Similar to an electric car, the 2016 Toyota Mirai has an electric motor producing 151 hp and a big 247 lb-ft of torque that is fed power from a nickel-metal hydride battery. The difference is that it’s a bit moreof a hybrid like the 2015 Toyota Prius. Power is generated by a fuel cell system instead of from plugging into an outlet. The only byproduct of driving the 2016 Toyota Mirai is water. The EPA has estimated the 2016 Toyota Mirai can go 312 miles before needing to refuel, which is higher than any other zero-emissions vehicle currently on the market. The 2016 Toyota Mirai carries five kilograms of pressurized hydrogen in its fuel cell. With 1 kilogram equaling about the same as a gallon of gasoline, the 2016 Toyota Mirai gets the equivalent of 62.4 mpg. While the 2016 Toyota Mirai has come out swinging, there are still some obstacles to ensuring its success and hydrogen fuel cell technology. Currently there are only 12 hydrogen refueling stations in the country with 10 of those in California. To help along early adopters, Toyota will provide three years of free refueling and plans to build 46 more charging stations in California. If the 2016 Toyota Mirai takes off in California, we will likely see Toyota begin to work with other states to develop a hydrogen infrastructure. There may also be a solution in the form of investing in home charging station technology and the vehicle may also become popular with fleets who tend to have their own refueling stations. In the meantime, Classic Toyota recommends the 2015 Toyota Prius for drivers looking to ease their environmental footprint while getting great fuel economy. The current Toyota hybrid hatchback gets an impressive 51 mpg city and 48 mpg highway.

If you’re a Chicago driver looking for a new car, odds are you aren’t looking for a massive SUV or truck. You need a smaller car that’s going to be able to fit nimbly into tight parking spots and back alleyways. At our Chicagoland Toyota dealership, the 2015 Toyota Yaris is a great city car solution. more As a city car, the 2015 Toyota Yaris boasts great fuel economy. The 1.5L four-cylinder engine is plenty of power for city streets, and can get you up to highway speeds, while getting a very nice 30 mpg city and 37 mpg highway as estimated by the EPA. The 2015 Toyota Yaris has a hatchback body style with either four doors or a more coupe-like two doors. Beyond that there are three trim levels to choose from. The 2015 Toyota Yaris L is the base model and doesn’t skimp on features. Bluetooth connectivity, a 6.1-inch touchscreen, HD radio, and USB connectivity are available on all models. Moving up, there’s the 2015 Toyota Yaris LE. These models have a nicer interior thanks to metallic and chrome accents, keyless entry, audio controls mounted on the steering wheel, and power side mirrors. At the top tier, there’s the 2015 Toyota Yaris SE. This is a sportier trim with a rear spoiler, different exterior styling, sport tires, a leather wheel and shifting knob, and better upholstery. This is a small car, but it’s not an unsafe vehicle. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety gave the subcompact hatchback perfect scores of “Good” in their roof, side, and moderate-overlap front crash tests. Likewise, the NHTSA gave the car five stars for side crash protection. Visit our Toyota dealership near Chicago at 515 N. Green Bay Road in Waukegan, IL to learn more about the 2015 Toyota Yaris and take a test drive. For right now, you can find all our current inventory models right here on our website.

A certified Toyota Corolla in Waukegan is a good bet if you’re looking for a vehicle that is both affordable and reliable. All certified pre-owned Toyota cars come with a two month / 12,000 mile comprehensive warranty and a seven year / 100,000 mile powertrain warranty, plus a full year of free roadside assistance. Every certified pre-owned model has been through a thorough safety inspection and has a CARFAX vehicle history report. more A certified Toyota Corolla is certainly a good deal, but which model year should you choose? Here’s a guide to recent changes for the compact Toyota sedan. 2014 Toyota Corolla: If you want as close to new as you can get, the 2014 Toyota Corolla was fully redesigned for the current generation. The styling is edgier, there are more features, and fuel economy has been improved. 2014 Toyota Corolla LE Eco trims can get as high as 42 mpg highway. 2013 Toyota Corolla: Though the last model year of the previous generation, the 2013 Toyota Corolla still provides a solid driving experience. This year featured an improved sound system with touchscreen controls for higher trims, a new grille, and some Special Edition color options. 2012 Toyota Corolla: Power accessories became standard as the base level this year, and these models also gained a better sound system. Modern features like navigation and Bluetooth connectivity were available during this model year. 2011 Toyota Corolla: This year the model received a reconditioned exterior with some interior improvements as well. Toyota also dropped the number of trims from five to three, which should make it easier to find the features you want. You can find our current certified pre-owned Toyota inventory, along with the rest of our used car inventory online. If you have any questions about any particular model or want to schedule a test drive, contact a Toyota dealer today online or by calling (877) 216-7474.

Hybrid cars have the reputation of saving you lots of gas, but have a steep starting price. That’s certainly not true of the 2015 Toyota Prius c, currently available at our Toyota dealership serving Libertyville. This is the smallest and most affordable model in the 2015 Toyota Prius family that still helps you cut fuel costs. more All models come with a 1.5L four-cylinder gas engine that is tied to an electric motor and a nickel-metal hydride battery. All power is delivered to the front-wheel drive vehicle using an advanced continuously variable transmission instead of an automatic or manual. Together these components help the vehicle to achieve an EPA-estimated 53 mpg city and 46 mpg highway. Unlike some hybrids, the 2015 Toyota Prius c does not need to be plugged into a charging station or outlet to take advantage of its fuel efficiency. The vehicle uses a regenerative braking system to recapture energy normally lost during braking. Instead, this energy is stored in the vehicle’s battery to be used when needed. The 2015 Toyota Prius c comes in four trim levels with even the base model very well equipped. The 2015 Toyota Prius c One comes with Bluetooth connectivity allowing drivers to connect their smartphones to the car to access both phone and audio features. There’s a 6.1-inch touchscreen interface and voice controls so you can keep your eyes on the road. Higher trims offer more features like navigation, keyless entry and ignition, and a sunroof. If you’re interested in a 2015 Toyota Prius c near Libertyville, come to Classic Toyota where you can find it along with the rest of the 2015 Toyota Prius model lineup. We are located a short drive from Libertyville in Waukegan, IL at 515 N. Green Bay Road.