Every automaker has its own vocabulary, and decoding it is half the battle when you shop for a vehicle. New Toyota models have several proprietary systems and technologies that enhance performance, safety, and convenience, and it helps to know what exactly they do before you start shopping. Priority Toyota Springfield defines five terms you’re likely to see.
Expect to see Toyota Safety Sense™ 3.0 on nearly every window sticker, since the suite comes standard on most new Toyota models. This system uses an upgraded camera in tandem with a millimeter-wave radar to detect vehicles, pedestrians, and bicyclists ahead, then responds with alerts and braking support the moment a collision risk appears.
Part of the latest Toyota safety suite, Proactive Driving Assist supplies gentle braking and steering support as you approach a curve or follow another vehicle, pedestrian, or bicyclist. It takes some of the workload out of routine traffic, so stop-and-go stretches feel less taxing.
Toyota hybrid models approach slippery pavement differently with Electronic On-Demand AWD. This system uses a dedicated electric motor to power the rear wheels when extra grip is called for. It gives you added traction on wet or icy Virginia roads without the weight of a mechanical driveshaft.
Pick a setting, and Multi-Terrain Select tailors traction to the surface beneath you, with modes such as Mud & Sand, Rock & Dirt, and Snow. The system then adjusts throttle response and wheel-slip control so loose or rutted ground feels far more manageable.
When you’ve got groceries in one arm and a gym bag in the other, you can still unlock the doors and start the engine with the Smart Key System as long as you’ve got your key fob in your pocket. You will find this convenience across much of the new Toyota lineup.
A glossary is a good start, but these features come alive once you feel them work in real traffic. Our Toyota dealership in Springfield, VA, invites you to schedule a test drive and see how a new Toyota vehicle matches the way you commute. Our team can also walk you through Toyota financing options, so the numbers make as much sense as the terminology.
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