Eco-driving
Toyota is committed to helping minimize the environmental impact of emission gases such as CO2, produced when fuel is consumed by your car. By driving responsibly and by being aware of eco-driving, you can not only save yourself money by using less fuel but you can also contribute to help reducing harmful emissions to the atmosphere, which can contribute to global warming.
Remove any extra weight and roof load
Before setting off, think about what you are carrying in your car. Extra weight means extra energy consumption so try to balance them within the car. And if you are using a roof rack, be aware that wind drag caused by roof loads can increase fuel consumption by up to 40%.
Plan your route and avoid detours
Planning your journey in advance (possibly by taking advantage of a navigation system) can help you avoid unnecessary detours and town traffic, where fuel consumption is twice as high as on the motorway.
Avoid using your car for short journeys
Not taking short trips when fuel consumption from a cold engine is at its highest you will also help keep fuel costs down.
Check your tyre pressure regularly
Checking your tyre pressure monthly and setting it to the recommended pressure can save you up to 3% in fuel consumption as well as helping increasing your tyres’ life.
Service your car according to owner’s manual
A regularly serviced car to the standards stipulated by the manufacturer helps achieve safe energy-conscious driving.
Shift up gear earlier
A higher gear always means a lower engine speed which results in a lower fuel consumption. Modern engines are much more flexible than before, and allow early shifts to higher gears without the risk of damage to the engine. The ideal shift point is between 2000 and 2500 rpm.
Only use electrical accessories when necessary
All electrical accessories such as rear screen heater, fog lamps etc. consume energy. The use of air-conditioning for example can increase fuel consumption by up to 25%. Therefore electrical accessories should only be used when necessary.
Follow and anticipate traffic flow
By anticipating traffic flows you can avoid any unnecessary delays, and by shifting to a higher gear earlier (fifth gear is the most economical) you can help to achieve and maintain a lower engine speed, and therefore a lower fuel consumption – it is also advisable to speed up with the accelerator pedal pushed right down.
Keep your windows closed
By keeping windows closed and using the in-car ventilation system, fuel consumption is reduced by up to 5%.
Switch your engine off if you have to wait longer than 30-60 seconds
If you have to wait longer than 30 seconds in your car without moving, if possible switch off your engine; stationary cars with engines running waste fuel.
Reasons to own a Toyota
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EnvironmentOur emission-reducing technology features in all our cars – not only our hybrids. It’s just one of the ways we play our part. - Read more
Toyota QualityToyota’s reputation for quality has built up over decades of safe, reliable motoring. We stop at nothing to make sure we keep that reputation intact. - Read more
WarrantyWe want our customers to be as confident in their Toyota as we are. Our comprehensive warranty means you can be. - Read more
ServiceBecause we know your car better than anyone, we’ll make sure your car is running the way it should be - Read more
FinanceWe take the hassle out of financing your new car so that you can focus on making the right decision for you.
Environment
From reducing the weight of engines, to improving performance, cutting fuel consumption and driving down emissions, this ensures the best of our green thinking benefits in all our vehicles.
But it’s not just our vehicles that are leading the way in green motoring. We’re also committed to minimising the environmental impact through every part of the production process, from development to design, manufacturing, logistics and sales right up to recycling the car at the end of its life.
That brings us closer to our ultimate goal: a true zero emissions vehicle.
Find out how Toyota can help you choose a more sustainable way to drive.
Toyota Quality
At Toyota, we conduct some of the most extensive testing processes in the whole motoring industry. All our cars are fully evaluated under extreme road and weather conditions, not only for safety but also to monitor their performance in any circumstance. That’s an integral part of their success in so many safety and industry awards.
Quality is built in at every stage. On the production line, every member of the team knows they are responsible for maintaining our uncompromising standards. That’s why every component and finish is checked, then checked again.
Warranty
We know that a new car is one of the most important purchases our customers make. And while choosing a Toyota automatically gives you the assurance that you’re buying a scrupulously tested, exceptionally reliable car, we also offer a comprehensive warranty to provide complete peace of mind when you buy.
That means complete peace of mind when you’re driving too.
Ask your Toyota dealer for more details, or see what warranty you could be eligible for.
Service
Our expert service technicians are trained to spot even the slightest hint of a decline in performance of any part of your car – and to fix it quickly, first time. Certified to our own exacting standards, they are assisted by state-of-the-art diagnostic tools, and only use Genuine Toyota Parts as a guarantee of quality and workmanship.
Service is flexible and can fit around you – whether in terms of fixed price service plans or express service to replace worn out parts in your lunch hour.
And crucially, we keep comprehensive records to ensure continuity of care and protect your car’s value.
Toyota Service Plans are available for new and used cars.
Finance
Our dedicated experts can talk you through the different options available and help you compare the different monthly payments for different terms and deposit levels. Thanks to our Guaranteed Future Value promise, they can even tell you what your Toyota will be worth at the end of the agreement.
And we’ll do everything we can to give you a financing decision on the spot.