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The 2025 Toyota Corolla brings together sleek styling, modern tech, and dependable everyday performance, making it an ideal choice for drivers in Mt Vernon, IL who want a compact sedan that feels both refined and practical. With updated design cues and a smooth driving experience, the Corolla continues its tradition of reliability while introducing a more confident, sportier feel. more A Sporty Exterior That Stands Out The 2025 Corolla turns heads with its athletic front fascia, bold sport mesh grille, and available 18-inch graphite-colored alloy wheels that give it a more planted and aggressive presence on the road. The new Corolla FX trim adds an extra edge with its available two-tone black roof, black mirror caps, and integrated rear spoiler, creating a striking visual contrast. With a range of sharp exterior colors like Ruby Flare Pearl, Celestite, and Wind Chill Pearl, the Corolla gives drivers the opportunity to match their style with its vibrant appearance. Interior Comfort and Cutting-Edge Technology Inside, the 2025 Corolla offers a cabin designed around comfort and driver convenience. Available sport seats with SofTex-trimmed bolsters create a supportive, premium feel, while the 60/40 split fold-down rear seats allow flexibility for carrying larger items when needed. The available 10.5-inch touchscreen display delivers a modern infotainment experience with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, making it easy to stay connected on the road. Drivers can also opt for an available JBL Premium Audio system to elevate music and media with crisp, high-quality sound throughout the cabin. Performance for Everyday Confidence The 2025 Corolla is powered by a 2.0L Dynamic Force engine that delivers 169 horsepower for a responsive and confident drive. Paired with a smooth-shifting Dynamic-Shift CVT and selectable Normal, Sport, and Eco modes, the Corolla adapts to different driving preferences whether you’re running errands around town or cruising on Illinois highways. Its balanced power delivery and composed handling make it a comfortable and reliable companion for daily driving. Safety You Can Count On As with every Corolla in recent generations, safety is a core priority. The 2025 model comes standard with Toyota Safety Sense 3.0, Toyota’s latest suite of driver-assistance features designed to support confidence behind the wheel. Standard systems include Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control, Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist, Automatic High Beams, and Road Sign Assist. The Corolla is also equipped with ten airbags for added protection and offers available Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert for additional peace of mind. Visit Monken Toyota Mount Vernon Today The 2025 Toyota Corolla continues to set the benchmark for compact sedans with its combination of style, comfort, performance, and modern technology. Whether you’re a first-time car buyer or simply looking for a reliable and stylish daily driver, the Corolla delivers an experience that feels both refined and reassuring. Visit Monken Toyota Mount Vernon in Mt Vernon, IL to explore the 2025 Corolla in person and see why it remains one of the most trusted names on the road today.

With its modern design and rugged capability, the Toyota RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid is perfectly engineered for an active lifestyle. This sporty SUV offers adventure-ready performance and thoughtful interior features to make every drive memorable and rewarding. Go green and drive boldly in the 2025 Toyota RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid. more Superior Hybrid Performance Powerful and efficient, the Toyota RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid is engineered for peak capability wherever life takes you. The hybrid powerplant features a 2.5L Dynamic Force 4-cylinder engine teaming up with dual electric motors to generate a net 302 horsepower. Seamlessly adapt to changing conditions with selectable SPORT, ECO, NORMAL, and TRAIL modes and multiple hybrid and EV driving options to suit your performance needs. Outstanding Versatility The RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid offers outstanding versatility to handle all types of driving. Achieving an estimated 38 mpg combined and capable of traveling over 500 miles on a full tank, this ultra-efficient SUV is the perfect sidekick for your daily commutes and epic road trips. With standard all-wheel drive, the RAV4 PHEV conquers tough conditions confidently. Comfort and Convenience Thoughtful details throughout the RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid's modern cabin enhance comfort and convenience. Among the interior amenities you can expect to find are built-in heating in the front row, remote keyless entry and push-button start systems, and an 8-way power-adjustable driver's seat. For perfect interior conditions, the dual-zone climate control system precisely maintains separate temperature settings for each side of the cabin. Modern Utility Tackle life's tasks and challenges in the RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid. The spacious trunk boasts 33.5 cubic feet of space for grocery shopping and casual adventures. For larger loads, the RAV4 PHEV offers 69.8 cubic feet of cargo space and a payload rating of 1,295 pounds to handle big jobs with ease. Boasting a 2,500-pound towing capacity, this capable SUV can trailer a jet ski, an ATV, or a mini camper for your next family outing. Technology-Rich Design From your favorite playlists to the latest podcasts, enjoy your favorite content and stay connected in the RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid. The user-friendly infotainment platform features an 8" multimedia display, wireless Apple and Android smartphone integration, and an immersive six-speaker sound system. Toyota Safety Sense 2.5+ The RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid is equipped with sophisticated Toyota Safety Sense 2.5+ technologies that actively monitor surrounding conditions as you drive. Highlights include blind spot intervention, dynamic radar cruise control, lane departure warning, pedestrian detection, rear cross-traffic alert, and road sign recognition. The Toyota RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid is built to meet the demands of modern living. To elevate your driving, visit us at Monken Toyota of Mt. Vernon in Mt. Vernon, IL, and test drive the RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid today.

Boasting a high-tech powertrain and chassis, the 2025 Toyota GR Supra confidently tears up the track and looks stylish while doing it. Let's get to know this heart-stopping sports car. more Power and Performance As the names for the 3.0 and 3.0 Premium trims imply, all GR Supras are motivated by a 3.0L engine, specifically a twin-turbocharged inline-6 producing an ample 382 horsepower and 368 lb-ft of torque. The standard drivetrain has the motor working with a highly refined 8-speed automatic transmission to provide incredibly smooth and responsive power delivery. It also features an active rear sport differential for enhanced traction. Tactile paddle shifters come standard and contribute to an engaging drive, but a 6-speed manual that's sure to please sports car traditionalists remains an option for both variants. 0-to-60 times are very impressive at 3.9 and 4.2 seconds, respectively, for automatic transmission and manual transmission equipped GR Supras. Achieving these times is a simple task for any driver thanks to the standard Sport Mode with Launch Control. Chassis The GR Supra's chassis is lightweight and has a rigid structure that lends well to maintaining excellent stability and controllability in the corners. Along with chassis bracing in the engine bay, the car is fitted with a double-joint-type MacPherson strut front suspension and independent multi-link rear suspension. These components help keep the GR Supra planted as its driver tries to push its limits. Toyota's Adaptive Variable Suspension technology is included with every GR Supra, allowing you to sharpen the car's handling or soften the ride when you just want to cruise around town. Active Cornering Assist and sport-calibrated steering will make it feel as if you share a telepathic link with the vehicle while changing directions. Michelin Pilot Super Sport tires add extra grip, plus 3.0 Premium models are further bolstered with Brembo rear brakes. Interior and Amenities Of course, enthusiasts can expect a driver-oriented cockpit from the GR Supra, but it goes above and beyond with the 3.0's perfectly positioned Alcantara and leather-trimmed sports seats and large, supportive knee cushions. A fully digital 8.8-inch LCD gauge cluster prominently displays all the important information track goers insist on being able to view. The GR Supra complements its outstanding ergonomics with deluxe comforts like dual-zone automatic climate control and 14-way power adjustability for both seats. A 12-speaker JBL surround sound system, heads-up display, and heated seats can be found on the 3.0 Premium. Users may access Bluetooth wireless technology and SiriusXM satellite radio with the help of the GR Supra's 8.8-inch infotainment display. Toyota's most iconic performance vehicle is quicker and more comfortable than ever before! Head to Monken Toyota of Mt. Vernon in Mt. Vernon, IL today and get behind the wheel of the GR Supra!

If you are a Centralia High School alumni or had a child attend Centralia High School, then you are familiar with the Centralia May Fete tradition that has existed for over 100 years.  The Monken Family has been proud to be a part of this tradition and all family members have participated in the dances and/or court during their high school years. Jan Monken's mother, Dorothy Rixmann Miller, was the 25th May Fete Queen.  At that time May Fete was held outdoors and Dorothy made her own dress and train.  Her daughters, Jan, Melissa, and Wendy, were all attendants their junior year. Kim Monken McMillian's daughter, Megan Marcum, was a flower girl for Stacey Smudrick, a freshman attendant and May Fete Queen.  Her sister, Andrea Walton, was a freshman attendant the same year that Megan was queen. Both girls were involved with dances when they weren't on the court.  Lance and Megan’s kids, Hadley and Eli Marcum, served as scepter bearer and crown bearer. Shawn Monken Hartmann, was a flower girl for Carol Jo Vaccaro and an attendant her senior year.  Her children, Bredesen Hartmann and Katie Hartmann, along with their cousin, Will Miller, served as the trainbearers and flower girl for Megan Marcum.  Bredesen Hartmann participated in the couples dance every year and became a May Fete escort during his junior year.  Katie choreographed and participated in multiple dances all four years. Wes Monken, was the trainbearer for Jan Johnson when he was seven.  He wore the first white tuxedo ever used in May Fete and participated in the dance. Wes's older daughter, Jalyn Monken, participated in dances all four years. This year Wes's daughter, Addison Monken, will wind the senior maypole for her last year at Centralia High School. She has participated in dances every year.  Addison is the last Monken grandchild to participate in May Fete.  We look forward to all the great-grandchildren participating!