Best Used Toyotas To Buy in 2010 in Terms of Performance, Technology, Practicality and Value

Customers who are savvy and value-minded know that buying a reliable Toyota vehicle is a great choice. However, finding a model that best suits your lifestyle does take some research. The following article identifies the Best of the Best Toyotas, vehicles that have earned their performance titles by providing customers years of reliable service from 1999-2009.If you’re looking for a reliable Toyota dealer to purchase or finance a new or used Toyota, or you wish to explore your Toyota options, learn more about choosing a Toyota vehicle that’s proven reliable and earned a spot on the Customer Report annual auto survey.





Toyota vehicles were ranked against all other brands and models of new and used vehicles, competing in different groups: small cars, sporty cars, family cars, best minivan, small SUV, etc… These vehicles were judged on a variety of platforms, including reliability, problems reported by owners, and safety.





Best Small SUV: Toyota RAV4





The Toyota RAV4 was the Consumer Reports Annual Auto Survey winner of the best small SUV category.First introduced in 1996, this model was the first ever car-based SUV, receiving top marks for agility and comfort.Now redesigned as of 2001, the Toyota RAV4 earns major points for power and a roomy interior, as well as a 3rd row of seating.Stellar reliability sets the Toyota RAV4 apart from the rest. A great option for vehicle shoppers looking for all the benefits of a SUV (increased cargo room, great visibility, and four-wheel drive option), the Toyota RAV4 also has the fuel economy and easy agility of a smaller model.





Best Minivan: Toyota Sienna





The Toyota Sienna took 1st in the best minivan category.The AWD options, spaciousness, and power combined with Toyota’s signature reliability earned this vehicle great reviews.The third-generation of Toyota Sienna earned a "Top Safety Pick" award from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.A great choice for families, the Toyota Sienna received impressive safety ratings—with both front seat side torso airbags, stability control, standard anti-lock breaks, and "good" rankings in all frontal crash test measures.





Best Family Car: Toyota Prius





The Toyota Prius was one of the top choices for best family car.The Prius is a good, mid sized family car with a world beating fuel economy. Reliable, quiet, and agile, this Toyota is enjoyable to drive and a great choice for fuel-economy minded families. A fantastic sound system, excellent safety features (standard anti-lock breaks, control, curtain airbags, and stability), the Prius is roomier then other models (the Toyota Echo) and gets fantastic gas mileage. A high back seat offers a lot of legroom, and it’s wide enough to sit three adults or larger kids. The Prius was also recently named "Best of the Year" in 2010 Drivers’ Choice Awards for fuel efficiency, power, and versatility.The perfect choice for small families, offering impressive efficiency and cutting edge technology.





If you’re in the market for a new Toyota, consult with your Toyota Dealer to learn more about which Toyota model would best suit you and your family’s lifestyle with regards to performance, technology, practicality, and value.