Test-Drive the 2021 Toyota Camry Today

2021 Toyota Camry
If there’s one car that’s known for it’s long-lasting durability, it’s the Toyota Camry. We’ve all seen the Toyota Camrys of yesteryear safely driving on the road for years (one family’s 2004 Toyota Camry even lasted over 350,000 miles!), and the 2021 Toyota Camry has a lot of fantastic upgrades you’ll have to test drive to believe.
Basics About the 2021 Toyota Camry
Since Camrys started hitting the roads for the first time in 1983, they’ve quickly become one of America’s favorite sedans. It was the number-one selling sedan before the Coronavirus pandemic.
Mileage
This year’s LE models get anywhere from 25 to 39 miles per gallon, and if you opt for a hybrid model, that increases to up to 53 miles per gallon.
You’ll get normal maintenance included for up to two years or your first 25,000, and 24-hour roadside assistance for two years under ToyotaCare no matter how many miles you put on it.
Exterior & Interior Specs
No matter which 2021 Camry model you choose, you can expect to see exterior features like LED headlights, high solar energy absorbing (HSEA) glass, a noise-reducing front windshield, a rear window defogger, and a backup camera with projected path guides.
You’ll see interior features like an LED-illuminated glove compartment, USB ports, a touch screen display, and Alexa app integration.
Safety Features
Part of the reason Camrys are so popular for families is not just their practicality and long road life: they’re also safe cars.
With a new Camry, you can expect some of Toyota’s best safety features, including a pre-collision system to help you avoid wrecks, whiplash-injury-lessening (WIL) seats, ten airbags, side-impact door beams, and energy-absorbing crumple zones and steering columns.
Pricing: One of the Most Affordable on the Market
The starting MSRP for the basic 2021 LE model is $25,045. This excludes the delivery, processing, and handling fee that may vary from state to state, as well as any add-on features that may be included in the car. Still, this cost is significantly lower than 2021’s average new car price of over $40,000.
What’s New With the 2021 Camry?
Just because the Camry has been on the market for nearly 40 years now doesn’t mean it’s not constantly being upgraded and improved. In addition to some new colors for this year, the 2021 Camry gets some great upgrades, including Safety Sense 2.5+, an XSE hybrid grade, and floating multimedia screens.
Toyota Safety Sense 2.5+
As part of Toyota’s commitment to safety, we’re constantly advancing our safety standards. The Camry is one of the first models to come out with TSS 2.5+, which includes features like pedestrian detection, emergency steering assist, automatic braking, and dynamic radar cruise control.
It also includes cool features like automatic high beams to detect oncoming vehicles, and lane departure alert to help you know if a car near you is switching lanes without a signal.
XSE Hybrid Grade
For hybrid versions of the Camry, there’s an all-new XSE grade to make them even more fuel-efficient.
Floating Multimedia Screens
Each new 2021 Camry has a floating 7-inch or 9-inch central screen, which offers both audio and navigation features. The features of this screen are customizable, and it comes with familiar-looking icons to make sure it’s familiar and easy to operate from your first use.
With this car’s affordability, Toyota’s commitment to safety, and the modern new features to make the Camry an even more enjoyable car, this is definitely a vehicle you’ll want to test drive.
Visit Toyota South today to schedule a test drive, or come by our location at 961 Four Mile Road, and one of our reps will be happy to let you see and test this car for yourself.
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2021 Toyota Corolla
The Toyota Corolla has been a favorite among commuters and families since its introduction in 1966. The Corolla is better than ever, with a new Hybrid, several special editions, and some of the most advanced tech on the market. Here are some of the most exciting features of the 2021 Toyota Corolla sedan, Hatchback, and Hybrid.
Special Editions
The SE trim of the 2021 Corolla sedan and Hatchback is available in a special Nightshade edition. Nightshade editions feature unique blacked-out features, including grille surround, rear diffusers, mirrors, door handles, rocker panels, and wheels. The sedan SE and XSE trims are also available in an Apex edition, featuring aggressive styling, a track-tuned chassis, and bronze accents. A 2021 Special Edition Corolla Hatchback includes a custom body kit and stylish Supersonic Red paint.
Power and Efficiency
2021 Corolla sedan lineup has three engines, including a 139 horsepower 1.8-liter I-4, a 169 horsepower 2.0-liter I-4, and a 121 horsepower 1.8 liter I-4. Combined fuel efficiency varies from 32 mpg to 34 mph across the lineup.
The Corolla Hatchback has a 2.0-liter Dynamic Force engine paired with a Dynamic-Shift continuously variable transmission. The Hatchback is also available with a six-speed intelligent manual transmission. Every Hatchback features an optimized suspension to reduce body roll and increase road feel. The Hatchback has an impressive EPA-rated fuel efficiency of 30 mpg in the city and 38 mpg on the highway.
The Corolla Hybrid is based on the Corolla sedan LE trim. With an EPA-rated fuel economy of 53 mpg in the city and 52 mpg on the highway, it’s no surprise that the Corolla Hybrid was named the “Green Car of the Year” by Green Car Journal in 2020. The Hybrid’s lithium-ion battery is covered by a 10-year or 150,000-mile warranty and is precisely positioned to enhance vehicle handling.
Infotainment Features
Every Toyota Corolla features an impressive infotainment package. Standard infotainment features include an eight-inch touch-screen, six-speaker audio, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, Amazon Alexa, USB ports, Bluetooth hands-free phone and wireless music streaming, satellite radio, and a Wi-Fi hot spot.
Advanced Safety Features
Every Corolla includes Toyota’s Safety Sense 2.0 package of safety features. This package includes safety features such as:
- Pre-collision system with pedestrian detection: This system provides audio and visual alerts to potential impacts and automatically brakes if you don’t react.
- Full-speed range dynamic radar cruise control: Dynamic cruise control allows you to drive at a preset speed and makes use of vehicle-to-vehicle distance control to keep a safe distance from preceding cars.
- Lane departure alert with steering assist: This system alerts you if you are in danger of departing your lane and provides corrective steering if you do not take action.
- Automatic high beams: Corolla’s high beams automatically turns your high beams on and off, providing you with the best possible night vision while protecting other drivers.
- Lane tracing assist: This feature uses vehicles in front of you and lane markers to keep you centered in your lane.
- Road sign assist: This safety system detects speed limit, do not enter, yield, and stop signs and displays them on your multi-informational display.
The 2021 Toyota Corolla has the features you need to enjoy every drive. To see the 2021 Corolla for yourself, head over to Toyota South in Richmond, KY.
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4 Reasons To Love Living in Richmond, KY
Richmond, KY is a beautiful city just south of Lexington with plenty to do, see, and experience. From historical sites that will give you a view into the past to outdoor activities that everyone in your family can enjoy, this is a city that you will love to live in.
1. The Proximity
Living in Richmond will give you that small-town feeling without all of the congestion and traffic that comes with living in the city. However, you’ll still be able to make it to Lexington in just over 30 minutes and Louisville in about 90 minutes. Whenever you want to take a day trip to one of these larger cities or even stay for a weekend, you can easily do so without having to pack and prepare for an extended road trip.
2. The Outdoor Entertainment
If you want to get outdoors in Richmond, you’ll have more than enough opportunities to do so. Lake Reba Park, located at 299 Lake Reba Drive, is the perfect spot for outdoor entertainment. This park is surrounded by a 600-acre lake where you can fish, kayak, or feed the ducks. The park also features a golf course, as well as a mini-golf course, plenty of sports fields, and several playgrounds.
Paradise Cove Aquatic Center is also located at this park, which is a public swimming area that rivals your typical waterpark with waterslides, a toddler splash area, diving boards, and much more. If your kids need to get out of the house and expend some energy, this pool will become your summer go-to. It’s the perfect place to escape the summer heat, play, and learn new swimming skills. Plus, you can purchase a membership to visit as often as you’d like.
3. The History
History buffs will love living in Richmond because it is an area rich with history. You can visit the Battle of Richmond Visitor Center located at 101 Battlefield Memorial Highway, where you can learn all about the historic Battle of Richmond, which was the second-largest battle fought during the Civil War in Kentucky. Other historic properties and sites in the area include White Hall and Battlefield Park, where you can watch a Civil War enactment each year.
4. The Downtown Area
Downtown Richmond doesn’t disappoint. Here you can find something that everyone in your family or group will love to eat at one of the local restaurants that offer everything from gyros to burgers. The downtown area also has plenty of shopping opportunities, including local boutiques where you can find unique gifts, clothing, jewelry, accessories, and much more.
If you live in the Richmond area, you’re going to need a vehicle that can help you travel around the city and take you out to new destinations. Reliable vehicles don’t have to be boring; we have plenty of fun and exciting options that will take you around town and out on the open road. Stop in and visit us today at Toyota South to explore our wide selection of affordable, reliable, and exciting new vehicle options.
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Get to Know the 2021 Toyota 4Runner

2021 Toyota 4Runner
The 2021 Toyota 4Runner is a rugged-looking midsize SUV with a sturdy body-on-frame build. The vehicle is extremely reliable and has an excellent reputation that continues to grow with the latest model.
2021 Overview
The 2021 4Runnner comes with upgraded LED lights. The TRD Pro model has an upgraded suspension and newly designed TRD wheels fitted with Nitto Terra Grappler Tires. The limited-production Trail Edition receives upgrades to the exterior, including massive 17-inch rims.
Retro Exterior
The 2021 4Runner retains its classic design cues, which combines a tough front end with high ground clearance and retro body styling. You know immediately this is an SUV built to go off-road at a glance. This isn’t an SUV that looks more like a car designed for urban use.
Infotainment
Every 2021 4Runner comes with an infotainment system that features a responsive 8.0-inch touchscreen and is compatible with Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, and Amazon Alexa. The system, called Entune, has an interface complemented with physical buttons and tuning knobs, convenient when driving off-road. Bluetooth, voice-recognition technology, and navigation are all also available.
Passenger Room
The stock 2021 4Runner can seat five adults in comfort with loads of personal space. Toyota provides the option of a third row of seats to take the seating capacity to seven, which is rare in a vehicle of this size.
Cargo
2021 4Runners with two rows of seats have no shortage of rear cargo area. The cargo hold is massive and can fit around 14 carry-on suitcases and carry up to 440 pounds.
Smooth Power
All models 2021 4Runner sport a powerful 4.0-liter V6 engine. The power plant features 24 valves, variable valve timing, and overhead cams to deliver smooth power throughout the rev count. The V6 produces a hefty 270 horsepower and 278 pound-feet of torque.
Drive Types
All models except the Limited trim are rear-wheel-drive vehicles. Except for the base model, the other trims have a selectable four-wheel drive designed to be used off-road. The Limited trim comes with an active all-wheel-drive system that automatically manages power given to the front and rear wheels.
Transmission
The reliable and smooth-shifting five-speed automatic transmission comes with all models. The automatic transmission performs just as well off-road or when driving around town.
Off-Road Capability
The 4Runner is known for having serious off-road capabilities, and the 2021 4Runner is no different. The 4Runner’s solid body-on-frame build keeps the vehicle straight when tackling the roughest of terrain.
Towing Power
The 4Runners V6 engine is designed for towing. When fully equipped, the low-end torque of the V6 power plant helps the 2021 4Runner to tow up to 5,000 pounds.
Safety Tech
Every model of the 2021 4Runner comes with a host of driver-assistance technologies, including forward-collision warning with automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning with lane-keeping assist, and adaptive cruise control.
Free Maintenance
Complimentary scheduled maintenance is rare in this class of vehicle. However, will enjoy two years of free maintenance when purchasing a new 2021 4Runner.
With a starting price of around $36,000 and plenty of extras to choose from, there is a whole lot more to discover about the 2021 4Runner. Find the model that suits you with Toyota South now.
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