An Overview Video of the 2023 Toyota RAV4 Prime
Have you got plans to upgrade to a more capable family vehicle this year? If yes, we have just the right options for you. Of all the available models, the RAV4 Prime stands out as the perfect vehicle for those seeking a compact SUV with improved performance and safety. Here, we offer an overview video of the 2023 Toyota RAV4 Prime to check out the vehicle’s features. It is now available for purchase at Lum’s Auto Center in Warrenton, OR. Drop by our dealership for a detailed vehicle tour with one of our team members. Also, get in touch with us to find out more about the new RAV4 Prime and the credit options offered on your purchase.
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What Are the Key Design Highlights of the 2023 Jeep Gladiator?
The 2023 Jeep Gladiator is an impressive pickup truck with a healthy payload and tow ratings. Its cabin is nicely trimmed and easy to live with. It offers a bigger back seat than other midsize pickups. With legendary capability, outstanding utility, and intuitive technology, the 2023 Jeep Gladiator is here to stay and make a lasting mark. Design-wise, it impresses with the inclusion of many exciting design features that enhance your driving experience. Continue reading this blog by Lum’s Auto Center dealership in Warrenton, OR, to learn more about the critical design elements of the 2023 Jeep Gladiator.
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Key Tire Maintenance Tips
Tires are one of the most crucial features of a car. They are the ones who move the vehicle from one place to another. They are in direct contact with the road. They are most susceptible to wear and tear. However, many drivers still need to include a regular maintenance routine for their car tires. As a result of this, premature tire wear has become a common concern. You do not have to worry about the ride quality, provided your car has top-quality, well-maintained tires. Continue reading this blog by Lum’s Auto Center dealership in Warrenton, OR, to learn how to care for your car tires.
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2023 Jeep Compass Comfort and Convenience Features
The 2023 Jeep Compass is a compact SUV that is designed to deliver a balance of performance, style, and comfort. While the vehicle’s exterior may initially catch your eye, the interior of the Compass is equally impressive. Continue reading below to learn more about its notable comfort features. Interested individuals can get a detailed tour of this vehicle at Lum’s Auto Center, our dealership in Warrenton, OR.
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Behind the Wheel of the 2023 Toyota 4Runner’s Four-Wheel Drive Capabilities
The 2023 Toyota 4Runner is a beast of an SUV, and one of the critical reasons for this is its powerful V6 engine. At the heart of this vehicle lies a 4.0-liter V6 engine that generates up to 270 hp and 278 lb.-ft. Of torque. This engine is a workhorse, providing all the power you need to take yourself on an adventure and explore the unexplored. In this blog by Lum’s Auto Center, we’ll get behind the wheel of the 2023 Toyota 4Runner’s four-wheel drive capabilities.
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How much does the 2023 RAM 2500 cost?
Whether you are working on a crucial construction project or towing toys to the dunes, the 2023 RAM 2500 will always be ready for whatever comes next. This heavy-duty pickup truck runs on a powerful turbo engine while offering an impressive towing capacity of up to 19,980 pounds.
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Watch the video overview of the 2023 Toyota Highlander!
When it comes to three-row, midsize SUVs, the Toyota Highlander has been America’s best-selling retail model for the past seven years. Take a look at this overview video to learn about the 2023 Toyota Highlander lineup, features, packages, performance, and more. If you want more information about the vehicle, please reach out to us at Lum’s Auto Center in Warrenton, OR.
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2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee Top Features and Specs
The 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee is a popular midsize SUV that offers a variety of features, including a spacious and luxurious interior, powerful engine options, and advanced technology. It is available in two- and three-row configurations, making it a versatile option for families and individuals alike. Continue reading below to learn more about this vehicle’s key specifications. Individuals living in Warrenton, OR, can get a detailed tour of their preferred Jeep model at Lum’s Auto Center.
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What Are the Top Exterior Features Available in the 2023 Jeep Compass?
The 2023 Jeep Compass has a stylish exterior, advanced technology, and a new turbocharged engine. With quick acceleration and improved fuel efficiency, this vehicle is ready to handle all your ambitious plans. Continue reading to learn more about the features of the 2023 Jeep Compass. Furthermore, individuals residing in and around Warrenton, OR, can get a detailed tour of the 2023 Jeep Compass at Lum’s Auto Center.
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Much of the things that we as humans do today are built on tradition. Toyota has gone away from the norm with the discontinuation of the once popular Land Cruiser model. Check out the Land Cruiser’s rich history and what other options Toyota has available today!
History of the Toyota Land Cruiser
The Land Cruiser, initially known as the Toyota Jeep BJ, was introduced in Japan in the early 1950’s, to help with the Korean War. In support of South Korea, the American Military urged Toyota to produce a domestically made military truck to equip the South Koreans with. By 1951 Toyota had developed the Toyota Jeep BJ, inspired by American military trucks being used in Japan. The vehicle became a patrol car for Japan’s National Police Agency. Toyota would find themselves in a bit of legal issues due to the “Jeep” name, so they would rename the vehicle “Land Cruiser”. They began selling the Land Cruiser in 1954 and it was off and running after that.
Toyota Motor Sales North America
Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc., officially opened on October 31, 1957. In Toyota’s first year in the United States they were able to sell 288 vehicles, 287 of them being Toyopet Crown sedans, and 1 of them being the Toyota Land Cruiser 20 series (the original LC). Within a few years, the Land Cruiser would be Toyota’s #1 selling vehicle in the U.S. from 1961-1965.
40-Series
In 1960 Toyota released the Land Cruiser 40-series, aka FJ40 (F for the F-type engine and J for Jeep). The addition of a 2-speed transfer case and a larger 2F-type engine added in 1975 gave the Land Cruiser more power and better off-road capabilities.
55-Series
Introduced in 1967 was the Land Cruiser’s second edition model, the 55-series. This Land Cruiser offers a more comfortable and passenger-friendly ride. Both the 40 and 55-series replaced their 3-speed transmission with a 4-speed in 1975.
60-Series
5 years later, in 1980, Toyota decided to replace the 55-series with the new and improved Land Cruiser 60-series. Small upgrades modernized the look of the vehicle and a new engine increased the torque and horsepower.
70-Series
Brought into production in 1984 was the Land Cruiser 70-series. Built for better off-road performance and less focused on comfort, the 70-series continues on the tradition of its predecessor, the Land Cruiser 40-series.
80-Series
Continuing their tradition of evolution, Toyota created the Land Cruiser 80-series, built to replace the 60-series in 1990. Toyota made sure to hold true to the 55’s passenger-friendly ride while improving the vehicle’s off-road capabilities.
100-Series
The predecessor to the late U.S. 200 series-model, the 100 series introduced the V8 engine to the Land Cruiser family. The 100-series became the little brother to the 80-series as it was focused on a comfortable & smooth ride, with off-roading second in mind.
Toyota FJ Cruiser
An unheard of version of the Land Cruiser was brought to the public eye at the 2003 Detroit Auto Show. Inspired by the original 40 series, Toyota unveiled the Toyota FJ Cruiser concept. The FJ Cruiser was retired from the U.S. market at the end of 2014, but sales and production continued overseas. 2023 will be the “last dance” for the FJ Cruiser in any market.
200-Series
Previously mentioned, the Land Cruiser 200-series replaced the 100-series. With a debut in 2008, the 200-series was sold in the United States until 2022 when it was retired from the U.S. market. It comes equipped with a V8 engine with 6-speed transmission. A model update in 2016 led to an 8-speed engine that could go 0-60 mph in 6.7 seconds.
Modern Day Toyota Land Cruiser
No longer offered in the U.S, the Land Cruiser 300 was unveiled in 2022. Many reasons led to the removal of the Land Cruiser in the United States, but it was mainly due to overall sales. Just over 3,000 units of the 200-series were sold in each of 2020 and 2021, compared to Toyota’s smaller crossover SUV (RAV4) piling up sales of over 400,000 units/year in the U.S. from 2017-2021.
Toyota Vehicles Similar to the Land Cruiser
Toyota RAV4
The RAV4 is Toyota’s smaller compact SUV option. The RAV4 and the Land Cruiser are not compared too often, but the rise in RAV4 sales in recent years was part of what led to the discontinuation of the Land Cruiser in the states.
Toyota Sequoia
The Toyota Sequoia relates closely to the Land Cruiser, but is built for more of a family-friendly ride. Like the Land Cruiser, the Sequoia can carry 8 passengers and runs on a V8 engine. Both vehicles have over 8,000 pounds towing capacity.
Toyota 4Runner
Toyota’s 4Runner is the closest relative to the Land Cruiser, given that they look nearly identical and can take on any terrain. The 4Runner has 9 trim options, while the Land Cruiser has just 2. However, the Land Cruiser has a V8 engine that produces 318hp compared to the 4Runner’s V6 engine that produces 270hp.
Toyota Tundra
The Toyota Tundra is currently sold in the United States and shares similar qualities to the Land Cruiser. The Tundra is a comfortable truck that can handle off-road capabilities. The Land Cruiser has more horsepower and similar torque to the Tundra, but the Tundra offers higher technology throughout the vehicle. If you’re looking for a vehicle similar to the Land Cruiser but more affordable, the Tundra would be a great choice.
Visit Lum’s Auto Center
The Land Cruiser is very rare in the United States nowadays. However, we have one in stock at Lum’s Auto Center. Come on down to the dealership to take a look at the 2021 Land Cruiser Heritage Edition or take it out for a test drive!
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