Test Drive the 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser
The legacy of Toyota’s most rugged SUV lives on with an incredible hybrid powertrain. The 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a full-time 4WD system that comes in clutch when traveling on rough roads, slippery streets, and uncharted off-road trails. Discover all of the reasons why this rugged, high-performance is ideal for your next adventure.
Read the rest of this entry »Introducing the 2025 Toyota Crown
Get behind the wheel of the 2025 Toyota Crown, and you’re instantly miles away from ordinary luxury. This comfortable sedan takes luxury to the next level with its capable hybrid performance, edgy styling, and cutting-edge technology features.
Read the rest of this entry »Summer Road Trip Prep for Your Toyota
As summer rolls in, it’s the perfect time to get your Toyota ready for long drives and open roads. Whether you’re heading to scenic parks or planning a coastal getaway, summer road trip prep is key. At Monken Toyota Mt. Vernon, we help Toyota owners get road-ready with smart, seasonal care. Proper summer maintenance can save time, reduce costs, and keep your adventures running smoothly. From tire checks to fluid levels, every detail matters for a worry-free trip. If you’re planning to take your Toyota on the road, now’s the time to prepare.
Read the rest of this entry »5 Benefits of Leasing a 2025 Toyota
If it’s time for a new car, you may want to lease instead of buy. This means you make payments on the car while you use it and return it to the dealer when the lease is up. Here are five benefits of leasing a 2025 Toyota.
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Read the rest of this entry »Test Drive the 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser
The legacy of Toyota’s most rugged SUV lives on with an incredible hybrid powertrain. The 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a full-time 4WD system that comes in clutch when traveling on rough roads, slippery streets, and uncharted off-road trails. Discover all of the reasons why this rugged, high-performance is ideal for your next adventure.
5 Reasons the 2025 Toyota Sienna Stands Out
The best way to travel is together, and the 2025 Toyota Sienna is the best vehicle to do it in. It has everything families need to travel in comfort, from flexible seating to convenient technology. The Sienna also boasts outstanding hybrid efficiency and advanced safety features to protect everyone inside.
6 Impressive Features of the 2025 Toyota Prius
Riding high off a 2024 MotorTrend Car of the Year award, the 2025 Toyota Prius is a hatchback with serious style and incredible performance. Its sophisticated and sleek profile makes it an icon of both efficiency and power. Here are six reasons to drive one home.
5 Best Vehicles for a Teenager
Shopping for cars when it comes to your teens can feel scary. You want something safe, reliable, and worth your money. All the information out there can be so confusing.
We did the work for you and researched to find the top five cars for teens to make your shopping easier!
1. Toyota Corolla
Overall 5/5 safety rating
35 mpg average
Long, positive car history
A more compact car
2. Honda Civic
Overall 5/5 safety rating
35 mpg average
Has a little more room than the Corolla
Can be a little noisy
3. Toyota Rav 4
Overall 5/5 safety rating
30 mpg average
Small spacious SUV
Higher price range
4. Ford Fusion
Overall 5/5 safety rating
25 mpg average
Great price range
Not as technologically advanced
5. Toyota Camry
Overall 5/5 safety rating
34 mpg average
Incredible reliability
Smaller trunk
10 QUESTIONS TO ASK WHILE TEST DRIVING
Are you shopping for a new vehicle, but have never been on a test drive? Test driving is exciting, but it is easy to forget good questions when deciding if it is the vehicle for you. Here are ten questions to ask yourself and the salesperson during a test drive.
10 questions to ask yourself or to check out during a test drive:
- Always start by observing your space as the driver. Do you have enough legroom? Is the seat easy to adjust? Does the steering wheel adjust?
- Check out the cooling system to make sure it is easy to use. If you want separate controls, heated seats, or cooling seats check for those too.
- As you begin to drive, see how well you can see your surroundings with your mirrors. Do not forget to check the back seat if you typically drive your kids or animals in the vehicle.
- Think about the sounds of the vehicle. Is it too loud? Do any sounds annoy you? Any sounds of concern?
- If you like the radio on then try it out. See if you think you will be able to figure out the infotainment system or if it is too much.
- Pull into a parking lot while you are testing it to see how parking goes. Is it easy to park? If not, do you think it’s something you could get used to?
- Leave the driver’s seat on your preferred settings and move to the seat behind it. See how the space is in each seat as if you were a passenger.
- Think about what you typically haul around. Will it fit in the trunk? Ex. stroller, car seat, wagon, sports gear, etc.
- Ask yourself how this vehicle compares to your current vehicle. What do you like or dislike compared to your current vehicle?
- If you love the vehicle, be sure to ask the salesperson questions like the vehicle’s warranty, specials, the longevity of the vehicle, opinions on the different versions, etc.
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