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New for 2016: Toyota Trucks, SUVs, and Vans
In the next few years, many of Toyota’s SUVs and cars will be changing over to the Japanese automaker’s global modular platform. The big news for the 2016 model year is a redone Tacoma midsize pickup. The Land Cruiser full-size luxury SUV has been refreshed with more standard safety and multimedia features. In addition, the RAV4, which was redesigned for 2013, is refreshed for 2016 with more features, technology, trim levels, and welcomes its first hybrid variant.
Most other modifications for Toyota’s 2016 trucks, SUVs, and vans entail enhanced multimedia features and broader connectivity, the availability of more advanced safety systems, a few trim level additions, and exterior color changes. Expect possible full redesigns for the Sienna and 4Runner in 2017 as 2018 models. Also, the Tundra may get a refresh in 2017 and a redesign in calendar 2018 as a 2019 model, while a new Sequoia may be likely in 2019 and a new Highlander and Land Cruiser are likely to debut in 2017.
Following is an overview of new or updated features for each 2016 Toyota truck, SUV, and van model:
New Quicksand color for TRD Pro Series Edition
Upgraded Entune multimedia systems with Siri eyes-free mode
SR5 Premium and Trail Premium trims feature standard Entune Premium Audio with navigation and app suite
Limited gets Entune Premium JBL audio with navigation and app suite
Towing package with capacity up to 5,000 lbs. is standard with V-6 engine
Available Driver Easy Speak System
More amenities and additional features to multimedia systems for Limited and Platinum trim levels
Redesign with new exterior and interior
Drivetrain upgrade with 8-speed automatic transmission
More standard advanced safety and driver-assist technologies including pre-collision, frontal-collision avoidance, pedestrian-protection systems and blind-spot monitor with rear cross-traffic alert
Multimedia system updated: Entune 2.5 multimedia with Siri Eyes Free mode and 9-in. display
Standard rear-seat entertainment system with dual 10-in. screens
Qi wireless phone charging added
All amenities are standard—no options
Refreshed, sleeker styling with new front fascia and lighting treatments plus new rear bumper and liftgate
Updated improved interior with premium materials and new colors across the lineup
More optional safety technologies such as front and rear parking sonar, 4-camera view of surroundings, park-assist system, and Toyota Safety Sense (TSS) advanced safety package that is standard on Limited
New wheel lineup and three new exterior paint colors
New SE trim level added to LE, XLE, and Limited gas-powered versions that provides sport-tuned suspension and offers premium and sportier styling
New RAV4 hybrid model in two trim levels—XLE and Limited—that offers more horsepower, better fuel economy
