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Has the search for your next vehicular purchase brought you to the full-size sedan segment? Well, if so, we here at Toyota of Somerset suggest you have a good, long look at ours, the 2017 Avalon.

How come, you ask?

Gain the necessary context from our chums over at Edmunds; their critique of the Avalon is as follows:

We've nothing but fond feelings for the Avalon's engine, a 3.5-liter V6.

Matching with a six-speed automatic transmission, the V6 produces a peppy 268 horsepower and 248 pound-feet of torque. Front-wheel drive is served up standard.

And we can…

Recently, an expert from Kelley Blue Book's KBB.com spent some time driving and exploring the 2018 Toyota 4Runner. The expert admired how the rugged SUV delivers reliable off-road driving and is capable of towing up to 5,000 pounds, which we believe makes it an attractive option for our customers' active lives.

From its sculpted lines to refined interior, Toyota Avalon is changing the way drivers from across the region think of full-size sedans. And it's not just the car's great looks that's turning heads. Avalon also features an array of technology and performance features that make it top class.

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When you're looking for a new family SUV, how do you decide among the diverse (and growing) number of options? Do you go with brand loyalty? Or do you make a list of qualities you value, and see which models best fit?

KBB.com makes it easy to compare options with their new midsize SUV comparison review. We took a look at what they had to say about the 2017 Toyota Highlander, and let's just say we're not afraid to share the results.

According to KBB.com's editors, you'll love the new 3.5-liter V6…

Congrats @Toyota for two hybrid #BestCars17 winners: Prius and RAV4 Hybrid. With Bill Fay at @ChiAutoShow. https://t.co/xaoc0CI8xi pic.twitter.com/LxViEn9isn

— U.S. News Cars (@USNewsCars) February 9, 2017

Some of the myths surrounding hybrids are that they're costly and totally impractical. If any vehicle can break the misconception, it's the 2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid. Not to be outdone by the 2017 Toyota Prius being named the 2017 Eco-Friendly Car of the Year, the RAV4 Hybrid has been named the Best Hybrid SUV for the Money by U.S. News & World Report.

It's not…

When you drive the Somerset roads, how confident are you that your vehicle is prepared to protect you should something happen? If you're the driver of the 2017 Toyota Highlander, you can be very confident. The Highlander has earned the top safety rating, having been named an IIHS Top Safety Pick Plus.

The Highlander is prepared to both prevent an accident, and protect you if one does occur. Toyota Safety Sense P can alert you and gently correct your steering when you drift out of your lane, and it can help you brake if it detects a pedestrian in…

Make others green with envy with the 2017 @Toyota Prius, our Eco-Friendly Car of the Year. #CarsBestOf https://t.co/B811bHbVC8 pic.twitter.com/HUTitOelO5

— Cars.com (@carsdotcom) January 11, 2017

Sixteen years after bringing hybrid technology to the mainstream and sparking a hybrid movement, the Toyota Prius doesn't show any signs of slowing down. The Prius was recently named the 2017 Eco-Friendly Car of the Year by Cars.com. If you want a fun and environmentally conscious ride in Somerset, this is the hybrid car for you.

Most vehicles brag about their fuel efficiency... whether their efficiency ratings are impressive or not. But there is a compact car out there that does more than just boast. The 2017 Toyota Corolla backs up its claims with a truly fuel efficient performance for Somerset drivers.

It starts with an aerodynamic design that's not only easy on the eyes, but meticulously tested to cut through the air with precision. The ECO Mode driving configures your Corolla for optimal efficiency. With just the push of a button, ECO Mode will ease your gas pedal output and adjust your air conditioning…

Chances are, you have a friend or relative who works at Toyota Motor Manufacturing, Kentucky, Inc., so you know that Toyota builds some of the most American-made cars in the industry. But, did you know Toyota's investment in the United States goes far beyond manufacturing?

The Toyota Camry and Toyota Avalon assembled in Kentucky are not the product of blueprints sent over from Tokyo, to simply be built domestically. In fact, the 2016 Avalon and the 2015 Toyota Camry were both designed at CALTY Design Research, Inc. in Michigan.

Calty started out as a single, small design studio in…

The beautiful summer weather is coming to a close, and many families are looking to end their summer days by exploring the great outdoors. Beaches, Hiking trails, and the lake itself offer plenty opportunities to be active. Explore the endless possibilities in the new 2016 Toyota Avalon. The new Avalon features a show-stopping exterior that exudes sophistication and confidence. Step on the gas and feel the wind in your hair with the 268 horsepower, 3.5-liter V6 engine that offers incredible efficiency...