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Ready to drive home in a brand new 2018 Toyota car for sale? Then it's time to visit Classic Toyota, your local new and used car dealers near Kenosha, WI! This month, we are running a variety of new car specials during out Memorial Day sales event. We have all your favorite Toyota SUV models, including the 2018 Toyota Highlander and the 2018 Toyota RAV4. The 2018 Toyota Highlander has a 2.7-liter, four-cylinder engine. The SUV offers plenty of towing power—up to 1500 pounds—and cargo volume. However, its front-wheel drive system is better equipped for highways and other urban driving conditions. That makes this SUV ideal for city dwellers that still want the ability to hit the open road for an occasional weekend getaway. The Toyota Highlander is also more fuel-efficient than the previous vehicle, getting up to 27 MPG on the highway. You can lease a 2018 Toyota Highlander LE for $399 per month for 36 months with $4,340 due at signing. The 2018 Toyota RAV4 is one of our Toyota dealership's most-popular SUVs. This sporty vehicle is a bit more compact than the previous two we discussed, featuring a 2.5-liter, four-cylinder engine and up to 73.4 cubic feet of cargo room. It can tow up to 1500 pounds, and it boasts an impressive fuel economy of 30 MPG on the highway. This makes it the perfect option for eco-conscious families and folks who just want to save money on gas. Right now, you can get behind the wheel of a 2018 Toyota RAV4 LE with a lease of $199 per month for 36 months and receive $1000 in customer cash. To take advantage of our current specials, stop by our Toyota dealership near Kenosha, WI before 5pm on Memorial Day! We are located at 515 N Green Bay Rd in Waukegan, IL and look forward to seeing you soon!

If you prefer a sedan over an SUV, you should check out the 2019 Toyota Avalon. This is the automaker’s latest full-size four-door sedan that has both looks and comfort, not to mention innovative tech to give you the luxury you need. The Toyota Avalon has been given a number of awesome updates, making it better than ever. If you are looking for a new sedan that is fun to drive and good to look at, you should check it out! The 2019 Toyota Avalon has been redesigned to give you a high-tech interior as well as available luxury features that give it the look and feel of a luxury car. The Toyota Avalon will be available in four trims: XSE, Touring, XLE, and Limited. The sedan will also come with both V6 and hybrid powertrains. The interior has been given a major facelift with genuine Yamaha wood trim and a top-notch infotainment system with Apple CarPlay, Amazon Alexa connectivity, wireless device charging, and compatibility with smartwatches. Powertrains The 2019 Toyota Avalon comes with a choice of two powertrains – a 2.5-liter inline-4 hybrid or a 3.5-liter V6. The V6 has been given a rating of 306 hp, and the 2-motor hybrid powertrain produces 176 hp from its inline-4 engine for a combined output of an impressive 208 hp. The V6 in the Toyota Avalon is combined with an eight-speed automatic transmission while the Hybrid uses a continuously variable transmission. The 2019 Toyota Avalon offers everything you need in a sedan – style, luxury, and powerful performance. Schedule a test drive with Classic Toyota today. Apart from judicious finance options, we also offer cordial after sales support and have a dedicated Toyota service center near Gurnee, IL for all your automobile needs.

If you’re familiar with our Toyota dealership near Gurnee, IL, then you know we have some exciting vehicles in our new car inventory, such as the 2018 Toyota Prius, the 2018 Toyota Highlander, and the all-new 2018 Toyota Camry. We’re happy to tell you that we’ll be adding even more Toyota cars to our inventory throughout the calendar year. We’re even happier to tell you that the redesigned 2019 Toyota Avalon is expected to join our new car inventory in mid-2018. more The new Toyota Avalon is longer, lower, and wider than its predecessor. The full-size sedan gained two inches along its wheelbase and its front and rear tracks have a noticeably wider stance. The 2019 Toyota Avalon is also more aerodynamic thanks to things like a rear spoiler and front air curtains. The sedan’s coefficient of drag is just 0.27 cd. The 2019 Toyota Avalon will be offered in four trims that were designed with “authenticity” and “exhilaration” in mind, according to the Toyota brand. The XLE and Limited trims have a high-end look and feel while the XSE and Touring models have a look and driving characteristics that are a bit sportier. We’re proud to tell you that the new Toyota Avalon will be equipped with the Toyota Safety Sense-P™ suite of advanced safety and driver assistive features. This suite includes adaptive cruise control, a forward collision warning that has automatic emergency braking and pedestrian detection, a lane departure warning and mitigation system, and automatic high beams. The 2019 Toyota Avalon is the first Toyota car that will be equipped with Apple CarPlay™. The sedan’s other tech features include the Entune™ 3.0 infotainment system, a nine-inch touchscreen, a navigation app, and a six-month free trial for Remote Connect with Amazon Alexa and Smartwatch. To learn more about the 2019 Toyota Avalon, contact Classic Toyota today!

We’re thrilled that so many drivers think of us when they ask, “Is there a Toyota service center near me that can handle all my routine maintenance and repair needs?” While our factory-trained technicians are prepared to assist you, we want you to know that we do much more than work on vehicles at our Toyota dealership. more In addition to servicing vehicles, we sell genuine Toyota parts and accessories and help people secure financing for their favorite Toyota models every day. We also sell and lease new Toyota vehicles like the 2018 Toyota Camry. Since it arrived at our car dealership in Waukegan, the 2018 Toyota Highlander has gotten plenty of well-deserved attention from motorists with a wide array of lifestyles. The new Toyota Highlander is a large, three-row crossover that has standard seating for eight passengers. The crossover is offered in the following great-looking, versatile trims: LE, LE Plus, XLE, SE, Limited, and Limited Premium. The Toyota Highlander is eligible for two engines. The base trim comes with a standard 2.5-liter, four-cylinder engine that generates 185 horsepower and 184 lb-ft of torque. The other trims are powered by a 3.5-liter, six-cylinder engine that’s optional on the LE model. This engine produces 295 horsepower and 263 lb-ft of torque. While front-wheel drive is standard, all-wheel drive is optional on crossovers that have the six-cylinder engine. While your crossover will have more standard features if you get a higher trim, the base trim is still well-appointed. When you visit our Toyota dealership near Kenosha, WI, you’ll see that the LE model is equipped with the Toyota Safety Sense™ suite of safety and driver assistive features. You’ll also notice that the base trim has additional sought-after standard features, such as five USB ports, Bluetooth™ connectivity, and a 6.1-inch touchscreen. To learn more about the 2018 Toyota Highlander, visit Classic Toyota today.

We're all familiar with the concept of spring cleaning. It's what we all do at home once the cold winter months are behind us and the promise of warmer weather arrives. Classic Toyota, your friendly Waukegan Toyota dealer, is here to remind you that spring cleaning also applies to your vehicle and we're here to assist! It's a great time of year to address any service and maintenance needs that may have been put on the backburner during the winter months and, in some cases, the perfect time to upgrade your vehicle entirely with a brilliant new Toyota model. We have you covered on all fronts and we'd like to take this opportunity to mention a few important automotive spring cleaning items that you don't want to forget! Perhaps you've had your current vehicle for a number of years or maybe you just got yourself a 2018 Toyota Camry last year (if so, great choice - KBB.com raved about its "reliability, satisfaction, and ease of use"). Regardless of what you're driving, it's essential to stay on top of the service and maintenance your vehicle needs. It's very common for drivers to postpone addressing these things during the winter when you're driving less, stuck inside, and focused on all the seasonal activities and holidays that winter brings. Now that the spring is here, it's the perfect time to bring your vehicle in for its own spring cleaning. Things like tire rotations (or tire changes if you installed winter tires), oil changes, fluid checks, brake checks, and many other maintenance items are essential if you want to maximize performance and preserve longevity. The Toyota service center at our dealership in Waukegan is the best place to get every service your vehicle needs and our team of skilled technicians work quickly and efficiently. Classic Toyota aims to be your go-to car dealership and your number one destination for all your automotive needs. We look forward to showing you everything we have to offer and hope to have that opportunity soon. Thanks and have a great day!

Classic Toyota is your preferred Toyota dealer serving Waukegan and the home of the best car-buying experience in town! Our friendly staff is always eager to assist you as we work hard to learn your needs and exceed your expectations. We do this through a commitment to customer service along with our inventory of new Toyota vehicles and many different programs and incentives to make your deal sweeter than you've ever imagined. One such program is out trade-in program and today we're discussing how it works! Trading in your current vehicle at Classic Toyota has many benefits and to help illustrate them we'll use an example. Let's say you've got your eye on the 2018 Toyota 4Runner (great choice - KBB.com called it "Rugged, reliable and highly valued") and you'd like to turn in your existing vehicle. There are two obvious benefits right off the bat - you get to offload your current vehicle and you get to apply its fair market value towards your new purchase. Talk about killing two birds with one stone! Classic Toyota even offers an online Value Your Trade tool to help you get a better idea of what to expect before you visit the dealership! You can always count on our friendly team offering a fair and competitive price and we'll do everything we can to help make your experience with us positive, memorable, and the beginning of a long-term professional relationship. Classic Toyota looks forward to serving all of your automotive needs and we encourage you to visit our dealership today! We're located at 515 N Green Bay Rd in Waukegan, IL, and our staff is standing by now, eager to assist you. We hope to see you soon!

Whether you’re interested in a brand-new Toyota Prius or one of our impressive pre-owned Toyota cars, you can count on our team to have in-depth knowledge of all the standard and available tech features in our Toyota vehicle inventory.Take a tour of all the advanced technology offerings by visiting your local Waukegan, IL, Toyota dealers. When you think of technology from the Toyota brand, impressive safety tech may come to mind. That’s certainly something we like to emphasize and introduce to our customers near Gurnee, IL, and Kenosha, WI. If you’re seeking a vehicle with your and your family’s safety in mind, you’ll find it at our dealership. Thanks to the Toyota Safety Sense suite of advanced safety features, you can feel confident that you’re safe and prepared on the road. This standard tech-trait offering, bundled with items that often come at a cost or are only optional on other vehicles, is a standard feature set on most new Toyota vehicles on our lot. One of the most innovative systems at play is the pre-collision warning system with pedestrian detection, which monitors the possible chance of colliding with another vehicle — and alerts you to it.If you are unable to react quickly enough, the system will automatically apply emergency braking. This serves to reduce the force of collision or even avoid it altogether. Of course, this is just one of the many in-demand and advanced safety tools available to you when you drive away in an all-new Toyota Camry or Toyota Corolla. In addition to safety tech, the Toyota brand also offers a plethora of in-car technology for entertainment and connectivity. With the Entune™ infotainment system, you’ll enjoy voice-command functionality that makes navigating to a destination or making phone calls hands-free, convenient, and safe. Experience all of the exciting Toyota technology in a brand-new or new-to-you Toyota vehicle from Classic Toyota!

When you think of the Toyota brand, chances are classic and long-lasting models, like the Toyota Corolla, come to mind. There are many reasons why the 2018 Toyota Corolla successfully continues this model’s legacy of reliability and desirability. Experience the evidence in person by test-driving your favorite trim model at Classic Toyota. If you’re already a fan of or familiar with the Toyota Corolla, then you’ll appreciate the presence of many of the model’s trademark strengths in the 2018 Toyota Corolla. Just as in past years this vehicle is available in six distinct trim levels, starting the from the base 2018 Toyota Corolla L — with a standard 1.8 liter, four-cylinder engine — and all the way up to the top-level 2018 Toyota Corolla XLE trim. No matter the trim level you choose, you’ll receive access to a cabin that boasts plenty of space to stretch out and feel at ease everyday and during longer drives. Add to that the assurances of a top-notch safety profile with standard features that include: a rearview camera, automatic emergency braking, a forward-collision warning system, automatic high beams, and lane-keep assistance. Apart from comfort and safety, you’ll also enjoy modern tech amenities such as Bluetooth ®, an intuitive touchscreen display, and smartphone integration. Count the reasons why this is the Toyota vehicle for you at our Toyota dealership in Waukegan, IL. Take the 2018 Toyota Corolla for a Spin near Kenosha, WI When you’re ready to take the award-winning Toyota Corolla for a drive, contact us online or give our sales team a call at 877-261-7474. We’ll be able to answer your questions about trim-level specifics, availability, and arranging the right time to test-drive the model and configuration that best suits your lifestyle, both on and off the road. We look forward to connecting!

Need a winter reset? If you’re in the market for a new vehicle, why not fend off the cold-weather blues with an exciting new Toyota vehicle — like the 2018 Toyota C-HR? See the all-new model at our Waukegan, IL Toyota dealership. What can you expect in behind the wheel of the new 2018 Toyota C-HR? Here are a few highlights to look forward to: Trim levels: You have your choice between two trim levels, the 2018 Toyota C-HR XLE and 2018 Toyota C-HR XLE Premium, both of which are powered by a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that delivers 144 horsepower and 139 lb-ft of torque. The base trim offers a slew of desirable features, but leveling up to the top trim level provides even more in terms of safety and luxury. Safety features: The Toyota brand is renowned for its dedication to safety, and this model does not disappoint when it comes to on-the-road preparedness. Standard safety traits in the base trim level range from a rearview camera, adaptive cruise control, and forward-collision warning with automatic emergency braking to a lane-departure warning and mitigation system. The 2018 Toyota C-HR XLE Premium kicks the safety profile up a notch with blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert. Other conveniences: Sometimes the smallest details can elevate convenience and enjoyment, and that’s what you’ll find in this model. From dual-zone climate control, Bluetooth ®, a USB port, and a driver-information display, to remote locking and unlocking, this vehicle has plenty to offer to make your drivinglife easier. If you’re seeking a smaller SUV option that boasts a sporty and safe ride, make an appointment to test drive this model with your local Illinois Toyota dealer. We look forward to seeing you at Classic Toyota and sending you home with the right trim and configuration for you and your family!

A new year often means new resolutions and goals. If you’re not one for resolutions or even if you already have one or two on your list, consider adding a couple of car care resolutions for 2018. You can count on Classic Toyota to help you stick to your car-care goals throughout the year. Goals for Car Care in 2018 Have you resolved to take better care of your car in 2018? Here are a few manageable resolutions for a great year of car care. Winterproof Your Vehicle It’s no surprise to drivers in Waukegan, IL that the first few months of a new year bring a blustery mix of winter weather conditions. If you didn’t have a chance to properly winterize your vehicle in the early or late fall, it’s not too late to take extra measures to keep you and your vehicle safe throughout the season. You can do your part by putting together an emergency kit of items like first-aid supplies, food and water, blankets, and jumper cables. You can also ensure that you keep your windshield wiper fluid topped off and maintain at least a half a tank of gas at all times. For the rest, including switching to winter tires and winter wipers, visit our Toyota service center near Gurnee, IL. Schedule Regular Service Appointments Whether you have a new 2018 Toyota Camry or Toyota Highlander, it’s essential that you schedule regular service appointments to keep your vehicle in optimal condition. Not only will you ensure your safety and the functionality of your vehicle, but you’ll also be extending your car’s lifespan and protecting your investment. For more car care tips or help keeping up with regular maintenance in 2018, contact us or stop by our Toyota dealership to start the new year on a high note.

Here at our Classic Toyota dealership, we always strive to offer our customers the best selection of new and pre-owned Toyota cars. If you are considering the purchase of a used Toyota vehicle, but you are not yet sure if this option is the best fit, it is important to learn the advantages of buying pre-owned. Explore two of the top benefits of buying a pre-owned Toyota car, truck, or SUV from Classic Toyota. Lower price Although you’ve likely known this for years, all pre-owned vehicles are less expensive than their new counterparts. This is due to the depreciation that naturally occurs as miles and age accumulate. Oftentimes, this can result in a savings of thousands of dollars. If you are looking for the best possible price on a vehicle, or if you are looking for a more premium model at a lower price, buying pre-owned could be the perfect choice. Quality It is a common misconception that pre-owned means lower quality. At Classic Toyota, this could not be further from the truth. All of our certified pre-owned vehicles have a 12-month/12,000-mile limited comprehensive warranty, one year of roadside assistance, a 160-point quality assurance inspection, a seven-year/100,000-mile limited powertrain warranty, and a CARFAX® Vehicle History Report™. When you buy certified pre-owned with us, you can feel confident that you are buying a quality vehicle. Whether you decide to buy new or pre-owned, our friendly and knowledgeable Toyota dealers are always here to help. Stop by our dealership, located at 515 N Green Bay Rd, to browse our complete selection of pre-owned cars, trucks, and SUVs.

December means the start of significant snowfall, ice, and cold temperatures here in Waukegan. The experienced Toyota dealers at our Classic Toyota dealership want to help you find a vehicle that can tackle all that this winter can bring to the roads. Whether driving through flurries or blizzard-like conditions, we want to make sure that you are prepared with the best vehicle choice possible. If you are looking for a Toyota vehicle that offers the best safety and special features for winter driving conditions, check out two of our top choices. 2018 Toyota 4Runner The 2018 Toyota 4Runner is a rugged and durable SUV that can handle some of the most challenging road conditions. Available in six trim levels, there is no shortage of incredible features. You'll be able to keep you and your passengers safe with 4WD with active traction control, multi-terrain select, eight standard airbags, and the Star Safety System™. When temperatures get chilly, stay cozy with heated front seats. 2018 Toyota Avalon Those who are searching for a car that can tackle winter weather driving in comfort and style should consider the 2018 Toyota Avalon. Each of the eight trim levels available provide a safe, cozy, and luxurious ride for drivers and passengers. Enjoy features such as heated and ventilated front seats, three-zone climate control, and heated rear seats. Additionally, ride with the protection of ten airbags, Safety Connect®, and dynamic radar cruise control. Ready to find a vehicle that will stand up to the challenges of the ice, snow, and cold? Plan your visit to our Toyota dealership located at 515 N Green Bay Rd to browse our selection of new and pre-owned Toyota cars, trucks, and SUVs. We look forward to helping you find the perfect vehicle for your winter weather needs!