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The Best Toyotas to Buy 2024 Graduates

May brings forth a whirlwind of graduation ceremonies, symbolizing both closures and commencements. Whether your graduate is bidding adieu to high school or college, it’s a moment filled with reminiscence and excitement for the future. However, as they set off on their next journey, a dependable vehicle becomes an indispensable companion.

 

If you’re contemplating gifting your graduate with a new car or SUV, there are crucial factors to consider: fuel efficiency, storage capacity, technological enhancements, and, of course, safety features. Whether they’re heading off to university or embarking on post-graduation escapades, ensuring they’re well-prepared for the road ahead takes precedence.

For utmost peace of mind, look no further than these two top picks approved by Kelley Blue Book, readily available at Steven Toyota: your go-to destination for new graduate wheels.

 

The 2024 Toyota Corolla

 

Whether your graduate is staying local at James Madison University or preparing for their first semester away, the reliable Toyota Corolla ensures seamless connectivity. Featuring Bluetooth with voice recognition, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and Amazon Alexa integration, staying connected has never been simpler. Modern comforts such as automatic climate control, remote keyless entry, and a rear-seat center armrest enhance its appeal. With an EPA-rated combined fuel economy of 35 mpg, the Corolla guarantees fewer trips to the gas station, allowing for more adventures along the way.

 

Safety takes center stage with the Corolla, recognized as an IIHS Top Safety Pick. Every variant of the 2024 Toyota Corolla comes equipped with Toyota’s Safety Sense 3.0, a comprehensive suite of driver assistance features including:

 

  • Pedestrian detection
  • Automatic emergency braking
  • Adaptive cruise control
  • Lane-departure warning
  • Lane-keeping assist
  • Traffic sign recognition
  • Automatic high beams

 

The 2024 Toyota Prius

 

Much lauded as the recent recipient of MotorTrend Car of the Year, the 2024 Toyota Prius stands as a beacon of hybrid excellence. While it may come at a slightly higher price point than the Corolla, the Prius remains unrivaled in its hybrid capabilities, making it an ideal companion for campus life. Following a redesign in the 2023 model, it boasts a sleeker, more elongated profile without compromising its impressive combined driving fuel economy of 57 mpg. For those braving wintry terrains, an optional AWD variant ensures added traction and confidence.

 

Recognized as an IIHS Top Safety Pick, each trim level of the 2024 Prius comes equipped with a comprehensive set of safety features. These include automatic emergency braking, pedestrian detection, lane-departure warning with steering assist, adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assist, high-beam assist, blind-spot monitoring, and rear cross-traffic alert.

 

Send Them Off in Style

 

Toss your caps, turn your tassels, and bid farewell to the nostalgic strains of that ubiquitous Vitamin C song. As you step into the realm of post-graduate car ownership, begin your journey at Steven Toyota, where a world of automotive excellence awaits. If you’re looking for a new or used Toyota for your graduate, you’ve come to the right place. We won’t be satisfied until we pair them with a vehicle that meets and exceeds your safety standards. Sleep easier knowing your graduate is driving a tried-and-true vehicle by visiting Steven Toyota.

May 17, 2024
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