2010 Toyota 4Runner: Completely redesigned this year, the 2010 Toyota 4Runner gets a new look that mimics the FJ Cruiser while adding a more powerful V6 and an optional four-cylinder base engine on 4x2 models. The previously available V8 is gone, but the heavily revised 4.0-liter V6 now makes 270 horsepower and 278 pound-feet of torque. The 2.7-liter four-cylinder is rated to produce 157 hp and 178 lb-ft of torque. Both are hooked to a five-speed automatic transmission.
Underneath, the 2010 4Runner rides on an all-new body-on-frame platform, but the suspension design is still comprised of double wishbones up front and a solid axle in back. An optional Kinetic Dynamic Suspension System (KDSS) adds adjustable sway bars while a new multiterrain system is capable of controlling the throttle, traction control and braking for idiot-proof off-roading.
Interior room has been improved through the use of a lower floor height. The entire dashboard layout has been redesigned as well, with new radio and climate controls and more easily readable gauges. Third-row seating is still available along with a slide-out cargo carrier.
2010 Toyota Avalon: The 2010 Toyota Avalon carries over unchanged from the previous year. A new color, Sandy Beach Metallic, has been added to the color palette.
2010 Toyota Camry: The 2010 Toyota Camry receives a minor face-lift for the new model year. On the exterior you'll notice new headlights, taillights and a redesigned front fascia. Inside, the Camry looks the same, but has added auto-up and -down windows for all four doors, a USB port on LE and SE models and Smart Key availability on XLE four-cylinder and SE automatic models. Under the hood, there's a new 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine hooked to a six-speed automatic transmission. All Camrys get standard stability and traction control.
2010 Toyota Camry Hybrid: The 2010 Toyota Camry Hybrid also received a minor face-lift for the new model year that includes a redesigned bumper, grille and lower intake up front and refreshed taillights in back. A new power meter is the most noticeable enhancement to the interior, as the only other changes are auto-up and -down windows for all four doors and a new interior cloth material.
2010 Toyota Camry Solara Coupe and Convertible — These models have been discontinued.
2010 Toyota Corolla: The addition of standard traction and stability control is the only upgrade to the 2010 Toyota Corolla.
2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser: For 2010, the Toyota FJ Cruiser gets a slight bump in horsepower and a new Special Edition model. The addition of dual VVT-i and roller rocker arms adds 19 hp to the FJ's standard 4.0-liter V6. It now produces 258 hp while its combined fuel economy number jumps from 17 mpg to 18 mpg. All FJs get a larger windshield washer tank, a change in the fuel requirement from premium to regular and a new color, Army Green. The new Special Edition includes Sandstone paint, a blacked-out hood, TRD Beadlock-style alloy wheels, a Garmin portable navigation system and all of the hard-core off-road features offered on the standard model.
2010 Toyota Highlander: The 2010 Toyota Highlander is largely a carryover model. Minor exterior changes include the removal of the rear "Toyota" badge on all models and the "V6" badge on six-cylinder Highlanders. Base four-cylinder models now offer an optional power moonroof, while base V6 models add an optional rear back-up camera.
2010 Toyota Highlander Hybrid: Other than the removal of its "Toyota" tailgate badge, the 2010 Toyota Highlander Hybrid is carried over unchanged from last year.
2010 Toyota Land Cruiser: Other than a few minor equipment changes, the 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser is largely a carryover model. Tinted hatchback glass and an upgraded audio system with standard XM Radio and a USB port are new. Rain-sensing wipers have been added to the Land Cruiser basic upgrade package and a revised optional navigation system now includes XM traffic.
2010 Toyota Matrix: The addition of standard traction and stability control is the only upgrade to the 2010 Toyota Matrix.
2010 Toyota Prius: The 2010 Toyota Prius was fully redesigned this year. Its Hybrid Synergy Drive system features a slightly larger 1.8-liter gasoline engine that not only improves performance, it also delivers higher EPA ratings than before. In terms of overall size, the third-generation Prius is similar to the previous version on the outside, but slightly bigger on the inside. Toyota also tried to simplify the interior controls and added features like an optional solar sunroof and Intelligent Park Assist (IPA).
2010 Toyota RAV4: The 2010 Toyota RAV4 carries over this year with only a few minor changes to the cabin. On Limited models, the air vents and parking brake button are now chrome, while the net tray has been removed from the standard tonneau cover. Sport models are now available with a JBL sound system that includes Bluetooth and a tonneau cover. A Sport Appearance package is now offered on 2WD four-cylinder models. Base model RAV4s add a back-up camera and a tonneau cover as options. The Sport Appearance package is now available on 2WD four-cylinder models and no longer includes "V6" exterior badging on six-cylinder models. Elusive Blue has also been dropped from the color palette.
2010 Toyota Sequoia: Although not a full refresh, the 2010 Toyota Sequoia gets a few notable upgrades this year. A new 4.6-liter V8 replaces the previous 4.7-liter V8 on SR5 models. It generates 310 hp and 327 lb-ft of torque and is connected to a six-speed automatic transmission. All SR5s add an upgraded audio system that includes Bluetooth, satellite radio and both auxiliary and USB connectors. On the outside, the SR5 gets daytime running lights, foglights, running boards, a roof rack, rear spoiler and a moonroof. Driver and passenger knee airbags and a tow package have also been added to the standard features list. Limited models now get 20-inch wheels and a spoiler as standard along with a rearview back-up camera, interior chrome trim, a power rear door and flex-fuel capability for the 5.7-liter V8. Platinum models add standard chrome and wood trim and laser cruise control.
2010 Toyota Sienna: The 2010 Toyota Sienna carries over unchanged from the previous year.
2010 Toyota Tacoma: The 2010 Toyota Tacoma carries over unchanged from the previous year.
2010 Toyota Tundra: The big news for the 2010 Toyota Tundra is the introduction of a new 4.6-liter V8 that replaces the previous 4.7-liter V8 as the midgrade engine option. It's mated to a six-speed automatic transmission and delivers 310 hp and 327 lb-ft of torque. The base V6 and 5.7-liter V8 are carried over unchanged.
A new Work Truck package is available on regular cab and double-cab models. It specifies vinyl seats, rubber floors, black grille and bumpers, manual side mirrors, black instrument panel and climate controls, two-speed wipers, and voltage and oil pressure warning lights in place of gauges. The keyless entry option is deleted.
On the high end, a new Platinum package is available on Limited CrewMax models with the 5.7-liter V8. It adds a billet grille, chrome bumpers, a JBL audio system, navigation, 20-inch alloy wheels, heated and cooled leather seats with memory, a sunroof, wood and chrome interior trim and an auto-up and -down front passenger window. There are also Platinum badges, sills and logos on the headrests. Only four colors are offered with the Platinum package: black, silver, slate and red.
Additional changes for 2010 Tundras include standard driver and passenger knee airbags, a lower glovebox shelf, a power rear window on Double Cabs, revised taillights, a new seven-pin tow hitch connector and two new exterior colors (Sandy Beach Metallic, Spruce Mica). New options include two upgraded JBL audio systems, a rearview mirror back-up camera and power-folding tow mirrors.
2010 Toyota Venza: A standard USB port is the only upgrade on the 2010 Toyota Venza.
2010 Toyota Yaris: The addition of standard traction and stability control is the only upgrade to the 2010 Toyota Yaris.
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