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What looks like money, goes from zero to 60 mph in six seconds, has 106 cubic feet of passenger space and boasts trend-forward safety and tech? The Toyota Avalon, of course. Here at Elgin Toyota we're longtime fans of the Toyota Avalon's inside and its outside. Speaking of its outside, consider the following standout exterior features.

Blind Spot Warning Indicators

Blind spot monitoring is part of the Toyota Avalon's dynamic suite of driver assist tech. The feature uses sensors to scan the road behind you, detecting vehicles that drive into either of your blind spots. When a…

The rugged Toyota 4Runner is certainly no stranger to capability. This popular midsize SUV is ready to take on any challenge on the roads of Streamwood and beyond thanks to its vast array of capability features. We invite you to stop by Elgin Toyota today so that our team of informed Toyota associates can demonstrate these features to you.

The available CRAWL CONTROL feature will get you through any off-road adventure with confidence. This feature works by intuitively modulating the throttle and braking system of five low-speed settings, providing assistance so that you can 

Toyota did not leave anything out in the newest edition of the Toyota Camry. Our team in Elgin Toyota is so excited about what we can offer you just through one sedan. Though in the past this sedan was made just for practicality, it has since become a vehicle with high performance and sporty exterior styling.

Under the hood of the Toyota Camry are several strong engine options. To support those engine options, the sedan requires a strong exterior build that can impress from top to bottom. Even on the standard trim, there are aggressive lines, bi-LED lights, and chrome…

Whether you drive more on the pavement or more on the trails, you can find the capability you need in the Toyota 4Runner. Its standard powerful engine and available features make it an excellent choice for your adventures. At Elgin Toyota, we have all the stats and facts you need about the 4Runner.

Underneath the hood of this SUV is a 4.0L V6 engine that makes 270-horsepower and 278 lb-ft of torque. It pairs nicely with a five-speed automatic transmission. There are five different trim levels, offering their own unique capability features.

Come see us at Elgin Toyota to enjoy the all-new Toyota Camry that is waiting to impress you with its sleek exterior styling. Though this vehicle is one of the most popular on the road in Streamwood, it is able to be customized to your liking. Choose from a variety of color options to get started, and make the vehicle as sporty as you would like it to be.

The first choice you can make is whether you want the grille to have mesh inserts, though it is already chrome-like in its appearance. Add on rear dual-exhaust pipes to really…

Here at Elgin Toyota, we strive to make the lives of our customers better. We know your life is busy, so we'd like to help you save some time by sharing some tips for testing your own car battery at home. Give these methods a try.

A load test is a good indicator of battery strength. Give it a try by leaving your headlights on for approximately 15 minutes. Don't start your car up until that time has passed, then give it a go. As you start the engine, watch your lights. If they get dimmer, your battery…

Being a vehicle owner inevitably requires some auto parts knowledge. Some parts are better known than others. Most people know of exhausts and mufflers, but do you know how they work? Our Elgin Toyota service techs have the short answers for you.

How Your Vehicle's Muffler Works

Your vehicle's muffler contains a series of tubes or holes in its interior. Engine sound waves, carbon dioxide and water vapor pass through the muffler en route to the tailpipe. The muffler's shape and the presence and gas and vapor change the acoustics of the engine's sound waves. As…

Technology has totally changed the way that we live. It has also changed the way that we drive. The Toyota RAV4 helps you stay connected to technology while you are on the road. You can use the Smart Key system. It can sense when the key is near. You can unlock the car door without taking the key out of your pocket. After you are inside the car, all you have to do is press the button to start the car.

Remote connect is another feature that you can use. It works by voice commands or touch. You can use…

Excellent performance is more frequently sought after by Toyota drivers than ever before. Thankfully, Toyota has plenty of high-performing offerings to please these Streamwood drivers. One of those high-performing vehicles is the Toyota 86. The 86 derives its stellar performance from its boxer-four engine and its TRD Handling Package.

The 2.0-liter boxer-four engine provides power that a Toyota 86 driver can feel confident in.

If you’re considering getting a Toyota and are concerned about what kind of entertainment and technology, you’ll be getting, rest assured that you’ll have an out-of-this-world in-car infotainment center. One of the greatest things about Entune audio, and there are many great things, is that it includes a large 6” to 8” display that’s right in the center so it’s at the touch of your fingertips and won't distract you whille driving. Come to Elgin Toyota if you’d like to learn more about what Entune Audio has to offer.

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