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With five model choices it is hard to go
wrong with the Toyota Solara. The Solara
is a buffet of fun, comfort and features
that really matter to a driver. The best
way to match your self to a model is to
understand yourself as a driver. Are you
the leisurely driver? The thrill seeker?
Or the weekend warrior? What ever your distinction,
find yourself and you may find your self
in a Solara.
MSRP:
$19,760-$26,920
Invoice:
$17,297-$22,610
Fuel Economy: Miles per
gallon (city/highway)
SE Coupe- Manual transmission 24/33 Automatic
transmission 4cyl 23/32 V6 21/29
SE Sport Coupe- Manual transmission 24/33
Automatic transmission 4cyl 23/32 V6 21/29
SLE Coupe- Automatic transmission 4cyl 23/32
V6 21/29
SE Convertible- Automatic transmission V6
20/29
SLE Convertible-Automatic transmission V6
20/29
Pros and Cons:
Pros: All models of the
Toyota Solara come standard with an array
of features that are actually useful to
the driver. Features like: Cruise control,
Scheduled maintenance indicator light, Remote
keyless entry with two-stage unlocking,
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS), Engine immobilizer
and a Tire pressure monitor system. Based
on information provided by the National
Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
the Solara Coupe scored 5 out of 5 for Front
Crash safety. According to the information
provided by JD Power and Associates the
Solara Convertible and Coupe both scored
a 5 out of 5-stars for Feature and Accessory
quality.
Cons: None of the Solara
models have good gas mileage for city driving.
Based on information provided by JD Power
and Associates the Solara scored a 3 out
of 5-stars for Overall Quality, Mechanical
Quality and Body and Interior Quality. Meaning
that the Solara does not stand out in its
class for these categories.
Safety
It’s nice to know that with Toyota
safety is not an option. It comes standard.
The tests done by the National Highway Traffic
Safety Administration back up Toyota’s
dedication to safety. The Solara Coupe scored
a 5 out of 5 in Front Crash safety. Making
it one of the safest cars out on the road.
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