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The Simi Valley Toyota team works incredibly hard to provide everyone who walks through our doors with a positive experience! Whether they’re here to purchase a new vehicle, sell their old, service their ride, or even just explore their financial options, we strive to make sure our customers always leave with a smile on their faces! So, we take the reviews our customers leave on Google, Facebook, and Yelp very seriously. We are always looking for ways to improve so we truly appreciate all the feedback on how we can better serve our community! And today we would like to thank Ashley Villasenor for the wonderful 5-Star review! We are so glad to hear she enjoyed her experience! Take a look at her review below and, if you’re interested in leaving a review of your own, visit the Reviews Section on our website and let us know how we can better serve you!

In 2021, Toyota, in partnership with Toyota Tsusho, announced the new Liberty location of its battery manufacturing plant with an initial investment of $1.29 billion. On Wednesday August 31, 2022 Toyota invested another 2.5 Billion into the Toyota Battery Manufacturing North Carolina (TBMNC) facility making its total investment a whopping $3.8 billion and providing the area with approximately 2,100 new jobs! This facility will produce batteries for hybrid electric vehicles and battery electric vehicles and take Toyota one step closer to its goal of carbon neutrality by the year 2035! If you want to keep up on all of the latest Toyota news make sure to follow Simi Valley Toyota on Facebook and read our weekly blog for special offers and discounts on Toyota services, parts, vehicles, and more!

We get it! With only so many days in the week, it’s been extremely difficult to get down to the dealership to take your dream Toyota model out for a spin! But what better way to celebrate this national holiday for the contributions and achievements of American workers, than by finally taking the time to upgrade your ride! Come into our showroom at 2380 First St Simi Valley, CA 93065, and get a trade-in appraisal, go over your financing options, or explore all the latest in safety, infotainment, and comfort features Toyota has to offer! All departments of our teams will be here during our regular hours this Monday, September 5th! We’ll see you there!

Music in the Park is a summer concert series that has been entertaining families for over a decade! Featuring 3 concerts in Simi Valley and 1 concert in Oak Park. The Simi Valley concerts are held on the 3rd Saturday in June, July, and August, with the Oak Park event traditionally held in July (though subject to change). Simi Valley Toyota is excited to join its community this Saturday, Aug 20th, to listen to Yachtley Crew The Titans Of Soft Rock! Concerts start at 6:30 pm and are free to attend. Bring a blanket or chairs. Spaces cannot be roped off. Food vendors are available on-site or enjoy a picnic in the park. The Simi Valley Toyota team is excited to see you at Rancho Simi Community Park, 1765 Royal Ave, Simi Valley, CA this weekend! What you need to know: Parking: Free parking available on-site. Overflow parking is on the softball fields, off Thompson Dogs: Dogs on a leash are allowed on the perimeters but not in the main event area. Smoking: No smoking/vaping is allowed outside of the designated smoking area. Umbrellas/Canopies: Umbrellas/Canopies are okay until showtime. Alcohol: Alcohol is permitted, intoxication is not. Please drink responsibly. Park Rangers will be on-site to strictly monitor alcohol consumption and enforce park rules. BBQ's: No BBQ's in the main area. Picnic pavilions can be rented until 1 pm on the day of the event. Questions? Call 805-584-4400 or email info@rsrpd.us

Looking for a summer ride but don't want to break the bank? Simi Valley Toyota has just what you're looking for! Our dealership is currently offering a wide selection of pre-owned vehicles at amazing special prices all month long. So if you're in the Simi Valley, Thousand Oaks, Santa Clarita, Camarillo, or San Fernando, CA areas, be sure to stop by and take advantage of our current specials before they're gone! We promise you won't be disappointed. Thanks for choosing Simi Valley Toyota! Simi Valley Toyota’s Pre-Owned Specials: 2021 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off-Road V6 Mileage: 13,968 Internet Price: $41,997* 2014 Honda Odyssey Touring Mileage: 139,133 Internet Price: $13,995* 2014 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon Mileage: 40,501 Internet Price: $33,997* 2020 Nissan Frontier SV Mileage: 12,834 Internet Price: $27,995* And MANY MORE!!! * All Offers Expire 7/31/2022. See our Pre-Owned Specials Page for full offer details.

At Simi Valley Toyota, we are proud to support our military service members, veterans, first responders, and their families. That's why we offer a Military Rebate Program for active duty U.S. Military service member, U.S. Military Veteran, First Responder, or family household members! If you are any of the above, you could qualify for a $500 rebate when you purchase or lease a new Toyota Model. This program is our way of saying thank you for your service and dedication to our community. For more information on the program or your eligibility for it, please visit our webpage or contact us today. We look forward to serving you. Military Rebate Offer Terms*: To take advantage of the rebate, you must: Provide verifiable proof of military status or active service at the time of purchase: Leave and Earning Statement OR Military ID card OR DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty Receive a qualifying salary Receive credit approval by Toyota Financial Services through a Toyota dealer *For full details on offer, visit the Military Rebate Page.

When buying a new car, a test drive is one of the most important aspects of picking the right one! We understand that purchasing a vehicle is a stressful situation and at Simi Valley Toyota, we strive to make it easy and fun. This week we have four helpful tips to ensure that your test drive is easier than ever before. We hope you’ll spend some time with those tips below, stop in to see our team, and let us help you upgrade into a brand new Toyota this summer! Schedule your test drive at Simi Valley Toyota today! Simi Valley Toyota’s Test Drive Tips: Understanding your test drive. The #1 goal of a test drive is to see if the vehicle is a good fit for you and your family. While spending a lot of money on a new vehicle, it’s important to ensure that the vehicle you’re test driving is really the right one and worth the money you’re going to spend. Take your time with the vehicle, go over all of the features, and don’t be pressured into purchasing something you don’t love through and through. Listen to the experts. While your opinion matters most, there is also a time and place to listen to the car experts when it comes to features like comfort, convenience, power, etc. Car reviews can be a great source of information and can offer great insight that you perhaps didn’t notice during your test drive. Drive the vehicle as if you own it. One mistake many new car buyers make is not driving the vehicle on your daily commute. We encourage you to take advantage of this time by driving back roads, busy streets, or highways if they are typically in your daily commute. This will help you get a better feel for how the ride will be once you purchase the vehicle. Don’t let shiny features blind you. Oftentimes, buyers are blinded by specific features or price points. Don’t let this be you. Take all of the features into consideration before making a final decision. It’s a great idea to make a list of features that you’re looking for in a vehicle and check them off as you go.

A ruggedly refreshing new look, luxuriously plush interior, all the latest in safety and infotainment technology, and the perfect blend of performance and efficiency, the all-new 2023 Toyota Sequoia lives up to its powerful and legendary namesake. This spacious 3-row SUV has room for the whole family and its maximum towing capacity of up to 9,520 lbs means you can bring your boat, trailer, or other outdoor accessories for everyone to enjoy. Let the 2023 Sequoia take you to new heights with its reliable performance and durable twin-turbo V6 hybrid i-FORCE MAX powertrain engine that produces 437 horsepower and 583 lb.-ft. Toyota has announced that this model is set to be available to US markets in the late summer 2022 for a starting MSRP of  $58,300. For more information on this incredible new model, contact the Simi Valley Toyota team and follow along with our blog for breaking Toyota news! Additional Features Available For The 2023 Toyota Sequoia: Pre-Collision System w/ Pedestrian Detection (PCS w/PD) Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (DRCC) Lane Departure Alert w/Steering Assist (LDA w/SA) Lane Tracing Assist (LTA) Automatic High Beams (AHB) Road Sign Assist (RSA) Panoramic View Monitor (PVM) with cameras 12.3-in. digital meter with selectable gauge display screens Three-zone automatic climate control Power tilt/slide moonroof with sliding sunshade Multi-level adjustable cargo shelf system LED headlights with Daytime Running Lights (DRL) LED fog lights And So Much MORE

Looking to sell your car? Simi Valley Toyota is here to help! We offer a FREE Kelley Blue Book Instant Cash Offer, so you can get the best price for your car. Plus, our team is dedicated to providing superior customer service, so you can rest assured that you're in good hands. Use your Kelley Blue Book Instant Cash Offer to trade in your car for an exciting new 2022 Toyota model with no hassle. Drive off in your new car today and experience the convenience and ease of trading in at Simi Valley Toyota. Stop by our dealership or check out our convenient online trade-appraisal portal today to get started!

Used cars with reliable backgrounds from a dealership you can trust are hard to come by! Lucky for you, Simi Valley Toyota makes it their utmost priority to provide their community with vehicles they can depend on! And from now until the end of the month, you can get your dream pre-owned vehicle for less with these Pre-Owned Specials from Simi Valley Toyota! Take a look at some of our offers below, find the right one for you, then schedule your test drive with a member of the Simi Valley Toyota team today! Simi Valley Toyota’s June Pre-Owned Specials: 2011 Dodge Durango Citadel Mileage: 149,152 Internet Price: $9,995* 2016 Mazda3 i Sport Mileage: 116,725 Internet Price: $14,797* 2008 Honda CR-V EX-L Mileage: 160,742 Internet Price: $8,500* 2013 Toyota Tundra Grade Mileage: 110,664 Internet Price: $27,997* And MORE!!! * All Offers Expire 6/30/2022. See our Pre-Owned Specials Page for full offer details.

The Simi Valley Toyota team knows you’ve been dreaming about getting behind the wheel of a brand new 2022 Toyota! And, if you’re worried that the car buying process will be a hassle let us put your mind at ease! When you choose Simi Valley Toyota, you’re going to not only have a hassle-free experience, but our team of dedicated professionals will go above and beyond to be sure you leave with a smile! Below we have listed our guide to making your next car-buying experience a great one. Then when you’re ready, browse our available inventory online and contact our team to upgrade to a new ride! Simi Valley Toyota’s Guide To Buying Your New Toyota: Online Trade Appraisal If you’re looking to trade-in your old ride, no problem! Let’s do it online! Fill out our quick and easy form and get a KBB Instant Cash Offer for your current vehicle!  And don’t forget to let us know you’ve received a quote from our online tool! Shop On Your Schedule Yup, thanks to our online purchasing portal, you can shop around the clock, 24/7, no limits, no restrictions. You can browse our online inventory at your convenience. Whether you want to shop at 2 PM or 2 AM, you can find the perfect Toyota that fits your lifestyle and needs when it’s most convenient for you! Do It All From Home We now are offering the option to buy, test drive, or sell your vehicle from the comfort of your own home. Whatever your needs may be, we’re here to help you in any way we can! Just head over to our page and let our team know how we can assist you! Monthly Offers Of course, everyone likes to save a little money here and there. We’ve got you covered in that category! With both new vehicle offers and service offers changing on a monthly basis, there’s always something waiting for each customer right here!

Are you looking for a pre-owned vehicle that you can depend on? What about a pre-owned vehicle that won’t break the bank? Well, here at Simi Valley Toyota, we’ve got both! From thrilling, off-road-ready SUVs, to powerful performance geared Pick-ups, we’ve got some unbelievable deals on some of our most popular models! Take a look at some of our deals listed below, find the right one for you, and schedule your test drive with a member of the Simi Valley Toyota team today! Simi Valley Toyota’s May Pre-Owned Specials: 2022 Toyota Highlander XLE Mileage: 200 Internet Price: $44,999* 2022 Toyota 4Runner TRD Sport Mileage: 133 Internet Price: $46,995* 2022 Toyota Highlander LE Mileage: 10 Internet Price: $40,995* 2018 Toyota Tacoma TRD Sport V6 Mileage: 25,525 Internet Price: $34,999* And MANY MORE!!! * All Offers Expire 5/31/2022. See our Pre-Owned Specials Page for full offer details.