Toyota of Kingsport

Nov 22, 2018

As parents, watching your children grow is often difficult but handing over the keys to your 16-year-old is the hardest. With all the cutting edge technology automakers are putting in today’s cars, mom and dad can rest a little easier knowing your teen — and your Toyota — are protected. We’ve compiled this list of the four safest Toyotas that are sure to help your new driver feel safe behind the wheel.

2019 Corolla

Toyota’s Safety Sense suite of driver-assist features comes standard with every Corolla trim. It features a collision system, lane departure alerts,  pedestrian detection,  steering assist, and automatic high-beams to keep your easily distracted teen on task.

Teens drive a lot, so fuel efficiency is important in your next Toyota. The Corolla LE Eco delivers outstanding gas mileage, so their thirst for adventure won’t stop at the pump — or your wallet.

2018 Camry

The redesigned Toyota Camry has been named a 2018 Best Midsize Car for Families, a 2018 Best Midsize Car for the Money, and a Best New Car for Teens as well. Mom and dad will love the indulgent interior while appreciating the 2018 Camry’s Top Safety Pick Plus designation from the IIHS. It also earned NHTSA’s top five-star overall crash test rating.

If that’s not enough accolades, the 2018 Camry earned a terrific 4.5 out of five for predicted reliability from J.D. Power. With this kind of dependability, maintenance and repair costs should be minimal as the Camry ages, and you won’t have any 2 a.m. breakdown phone-calls.

2019 Prius

Most parents look to the Prius for its earth-shattering fuel economy. This plug-in hybrid delivers up to 25 miles on electric power alone and a combined range of 640 miles with help from its gasoline engine.

Technology is another one of the new Prius’ strong suits. It comes standard with all the best safety features, such as the top-level Advanced trim’s rear cross traffic alert and blind spot monitoring. These systems are designed by Toyota’s top engineers to support your teenager’s awareness while they’re cruising down the road.

2018 Yaris

If your teenager is ready for their first very own car, take a look at the 2018 Yaris hatchback. It offers the hot curb appeal and eye-popping colors that appeal to today’s youth, and its reliable and budget-friendly nature satisfies mom and dad.

The smallest Toyota, the Yaris is available in multiple trim levels, plus two-door and four-door styles. Tech-savvy teens will love the standard Entune 6.1-inch touchscreen with Bluetooth streaming audio. Use the Yaris’ iPhone connectivity and USB port to access Siri Eyes Free and advanced voice recognition, so your new drivers can keep their focus on the road ahead.

Toyota is committed to keeping you and your family protected on the road, and we know you want the best vehicle possible for your teen driver. Toyotas are built with safety in mind, making them ideal for less experienced drivers. Stop by Toyota of Kingsport and test drive your new Toyota today.

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