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The 2014 Toyota Corolla, available at Markquart Toyota near Eau Claire, has been redesigned to give the Corolla a more aggressive and edgier look. The 2014 model comes with a bold new grille outlined by chrome trim, a wider and lower stance, and standard LED headlights. The 2014 Corolla isn’t just a pretty face, either. The exterior design is sport-inspired, making it more aerodynamic and leading to better handling and performance. While the exterior of the Corolla may be edgy, the interior is anything but. A smooth-flowing dashboard and center console, steering wheel-mounted controls, and available SofTex seats and piano-black accents give the Corolla a seamlessly modern look. Add to that the standard Bluetooth accessibility and Toyota’s Entune Premium Audio, which keeps you connected to the outside world when it’s whizzing by you. And because it’s a Toyota, you know you’re taken care of after you drive off the lot with ToyotaCare, a 2-year or 25,000-mile no-cost maintenance plan with 24-hour roadside assistance. Check out this video of the 2014 Toyota Corolla and come on down to Markquart Toyota today to take one for a test drive!

The saying “real beauty is on the inside” applies to the 2015 Toyota Sienna, available this fall at Markquart Toyota, located off Highway 53 between Eau Claire and Chippewa Falls. While there have been some minor changes to the Sienna exterior, it’s the redesigned interior that has got everyone talking. The 2015 Sienna isn’t your minivan of yesteryear. Appropriately dubbed the “Swagger Wagon,” this minivan is technologically savvy, and kid- and parent-friendly. The highlight of the Sienna is Toyota’s all-new Driver Easy Speak, a built-in microphone that projects through rear speakers. Gone are the days of raising your voice or turning around to give your children the evil eye while you threaten to pull the car over—they’ll know you mean business when you turn on the mic. The 2015 Sienna also offers a 4.2-inch instrument panel display that has navigation and more. The center console has easy-to-reach controls and comes with an available 7-inch touchscreen featuring Toyota’s Entune Premium Audio. In addition, a panoramic backup camera comes standard on the 2015 Sienna, which is as close as you can get to having eyes in the back of your head. As children and other passengers kick back and relax in the Sienna’s available 2nd-row reclining seats, they can enjoy their favorite movie on the available dual-view Blu-ray rear-seat entertainment system. For those road trips that take a little longer, the 2015 Sienna has been built to be more aerodynamic, and comes with a stiffened structure for better handling and a smoother ride, so you won’t hear much complaining from the back seats. The 2015 Toyota Sienna is a comfortable ride that glides over the road, keeping everyone entertained and in-check the entire trip. While it won’t be here until later this fall, you can still get a taste of it by taking the 2014 Sienna for a test drive at Markquart Toyota today or checking out our great selection of Sienna’s online.

If you’re in the market for a fun yet affordable new vehicle, check out the 2014 Toyota Camry LE, available now at Markquart Toyota near Eau Claire, WI. Now until August 4, you can lease a 2014 Camry LE with $0 due at signing, $0 first month’s payment and $0 security deposit*! The 2014 Camry LE is no ordinary sedan. With a standard 2.5L 4-cylinder engine, a 6-speed automatic transmission, and improved aerodynamics, you’ll enjoy the impressive performance and sportiness of the Camry LE. With all that speed, take pleasure in knowing that your Toyota Camry comes equipped with 10 standard airbags and Toyota’s Star Safety System. Plus, along with being rated an Ultra Low Emission Vehicle II, the Camry LE gets an EPA-estimated 35 mpg highway, so you can save green while being green. A sporty ride that is also safe and environmentally friendly is what you’ll get with the 2014 Camry LE. Stop by Markquart Toyota today to find out more about this great offer or check out our selection of Camry’s online now. *New 2014 Toyota Camry LE Lease, for $319 per month for 35 months, $0 due at signing on approved credit from Toyota Financial Services. 36 MONTH LEASE-FOR-36,000 MILES. First month payment is capitalized into lease. This lease offer INCLUDES security deposit, taxes, license, title fees, and $162.50 dealer fee. Offer expires 8/4/2014. Stock #T4954.

If you’re looking for a new truck in the Eau Claire or Hudson area, check out the 2014 Toyota Tundra, available at Markquart Toyota, located off Highway 53 near Eau Claire, WI. The 2014 Tundra comes with a newly designed exterior, including a prominent new grille that can be seen in the video above, and the word “TUNDRA” stamped into the tailgate so there’s no mistaking what truck you’re driving. When it comes to power and performance, you’ll blow the competition out of the water with the 2014 Tundra. Remember, its predecessor towed the Space Shuttle Endeavour. So yeah, the 2014 Tundra can handle whatever is thrown its way. But this truck is more than just good looks and power. The 2014 Tundra has been redesigned to give you more legroom, more storage space and a multimedia entertainment system that is accessible without taking your hands off the wheel. Check out this video of the 2014 Toyota Tundra or stop by Markquart Toyota today to take one for a test drive!

Take your summer vacation to a whole new level by leasing a 2014 Toyota Tundra SR5 Double Cab from Markquart Motors in Eau Claire. Now through July 7, 2014, you can lease a 2014 Tundra SR5 Double Cab 4WD 4.6L V8 for only $339 a month for 24 months. Also available to those in the surrounding area including Wausua, Winona, and Hudson. See heads turn at the Tundra’s new chrome-framed grille, chiseled body and tailgate stamped “TUNDRA.” But they won’t have long to look as the Tundra’s 4.6L V8 engine gets a whopping 310 horsepower and comes with a 6-speed automatic transmission. And while you’re having fun as the captain of your ship, your passengers will enjoy the ride, as well, with Toyota’s Entune Audio Plus with Navigation and App Suite, all on a 7-inch color touchscreen. With only $3,199 down on a 12,000-mile lease, you can drive a new 2014 Toyota Tundra with confidence. Check out our inventory of Toyota trucks for sale online or stop by Markquart Toyota today to find out more about leasing the 2014 Toyota Tundra. New 2014 Toyota Tundra SR5 Double Cab Lease, for $339 per month for 24 months, $3,199 due at signing on approved credit from Toyota Financial Services. 24 MONTH LEASE-FOR-12,000 MILES A YEAR. Security deposit waived on this lease offer. Does not include taxes, license, title fees, insurance, and $129.50 dealer fee. Offer expires 7/7/2014. Stock # Available as locate. Acquisition fee may apply

For the longest time, Toyota only produced one kind of Prius, which was great in and of itself because to even offer an environmentally friendly car 10 years ago was something new. Nowadays, Toyota’s Prius family includes the Prius, Prius c, Prius v and Prius Plug-In, the first three of which are for sale at Markquart Toyota, in Eau Claire. Prius The standard Prius is actually the midsize model of the brand and can be recognized in a lineup by its long, arch-shaped roofline that flows from front to back. The arched roofline tapers off at the back with a significant slope downwards to make up the trunk of the Prius. As the medium of the three Prius’, this Prius offers 42.5 inches of legroom up front and 36 inches in back, and for those who pack heavy, there’s 21.6 cubic feet of cargo space in the trunk. In addition, the Prius is known for getting great gas mileage, so it is no surprise that the original Prius gets 51/48 city/highway mpg. Not too shabby. Prius c The Toyota Prius c and Prius v may have come out at the same time, but they’re not twins. The Prius c is the smallest out of all the Prius’ and while all of them are reasonably priced, the Prius c is the most affordable. Perfect for city driving, the Prius c carries a more traditional hatchback shape and has great airflow dynamics. This snug-bug can still comfortably seat five and has 17.1 cubic feet of cargo room behind the 60/40-split fold-flat rear seats. As if that weren’t enough, the Prius c gets 53/46 city/highway mpg—the highest EPA-estimated city mpg of any vehicle on the road. Prius v Last but definitely not least is the Prius v, the big boy of the family. The Prius v is very similar to the Prius but doesn’t come with the classic arched roofline. Instead, the roofline comes down a little and back to give more cargo space to the interior of the Prius v—34.3 cubic feet of cargo space, that is. That’s more room than most small SUVs. And don’t think all that space is going to weigh you down. The Prius v comes with an EPA-estimated 44/40 city/highway mpg. No wonder Kelley Blue Book called the 2013 Prius v one of the 10 Best Family Cars of 2013. The Toyota Prius, Prius c and Prius v are tried and true and not to be missed. Each comes with its own distinguishing style, plenty of space for people or cargo, and great gas mileage to boot; it doesn’t get much better than that. Check out our wide selection of Prius’ online now or stop by Markquart Toyota to test drive one today!

Adventure-taking season is here and there’s no better way to explore than in a 2014 Toyota RAV4 LE. Now through July 7, 2014, at Markquart Toyota near Eau Claire, Wisconsin, you can lease a 2014 RAV4 LE for only $209 a month for 24 months. Get your Lewis & Clark on this summer in a RAV4 LE for only $1,999 down on a 12,000-mile lease. The RAV4 LE comes with Toyota’s Entune Audio with backup camera so that you can jam out to your favorite tunes and still drive safe. With the RAV4’s ECO and Sport modes, you can go from city streets to cross-country highways with the touch of a button. Plus, whether you’ve travelling with cargo or companions, the RAV4 LE has room for it all. Check out our great selection of 2014 Toyota RAV4’s online or stop by Markquart Toyota today to speak with one of our friendly product specialists about this great lease offer. New 2014 Toyota RAV4 LE Lease, for $209 per month for 24 months, $1,999 due at signing on approved credit from Toyota Financial Services. 24 MONTH LEASE-FOR-12,000 MILES A YEAR. Security deposit waived on this lease offer. Does not include taxes, license, title fees, insurance, and $129.50 dealer fee. Offer expires 7/7/2014. Stock # T4749.

If you’ve ever been to Markquart Toyota, you’ve seen Katie Schumacher. As the receptionist for Markquart Toyota, she is the one with the warm smile and a friendly “hello,” as soon as you walk in the door, and on June 9, 2014, she celebrates her 15-year anniversary with Markquart Toyota. After graduating from the Institute of Broadcasting Arts (IBA) with a degree in cosmetology, Katie gave back to the school as a teacher and recruiter. She did this for more than a decade before she decided to change gears in 1999, which is when she made her way to Markquart Toyota. Originally, Katie applied for a receptionist position at Markquart Motors. She was drawn to the dealership because many of her friends worked there and they spoke highly of it, she said. Although there was not an opening for a receptionist at Motors, the position was available at Markquart Toyota and the people there knew they couldn’t pass Katie up. Fifteen years later, Katie is still the receptionist for Toyota, but she is so much more. She is the glue that holds the ship together and keeps it sailing smoothly—lending a hand wherever she is needed. But it’s not just a one-way relationship she has with the dealership. Katie says she has learned so much over the years and has such fond memories of being here. “I am so thankful to Lee and John for giving me the opportunity to work here and for teaching me everything I know.” When Katie’s not working at Markquart, she is keeping busy directing plays and musicals for the Chippewa Valley Theater Guild and the Heyde Center for the Arts, and hanging out with her mom, sister and goddaughters. Thank you for everything you have done and continue to do for us, Katie! We appreciate all your hard work and look forward to the next 15 years with you!

All good things must end, and such is the case with Cleone and her time at Markquart Toyota. On May 30, 2014, we will say “goodbye” to Cleone, who has been a product specialist with us for 12 years, as she is retiring. Before joining the Markquart Toyota team, Cleone, an Eau Claire native, owned and operated a women’s clothing store in Vail, Colorado. She appropriately named it “Cleone’s” and ran it for 13 years. Her love for her family brought her back to the Chippewa Valley in 2002, which is also when she began working at Markquart. Throughout her time at Markquart, Cleone says she has met many new people and made new friends. She has thoroughly enjoyed her time here at Markquart; and will miss her customers the most. “It’s been a wonderful experience, filled with wonderful people,” said Cleone. “I really appreciate that.” While there will be lots of maxin’ and relaxin’ happening during Cleone’s retirement, she will still be the busy body that she has been all these years. Aside from keeping active through playing tennis, rollerblading and working out, Cleone plans to take care of her 90-year-old mother, volunteer at a local charity and tend to her garden. Thank you for all that you’ve done for Markquart Toyota over the years, Cleone. We wish you the best in your retirement! You will be missed!

Now that summer is almost here, it’s the perfect time to get yourself behind the wheel of a 2014 Toyota Corolla LE from Markquart Toyota, near Eau Claire, WI. The Corolla LE is a fun car to go road tripping in, and now through June 2, 2014, you can lease it for only $159 a month for 24 months. Kick off your summer the right way by getting your hands on a new Corolla LE with $1,499 down on a 12,000-mile per year lease. With remote keyless entry, integrated backup camera with projected path, and cruise control, the Corolla LE comes equipped with everything you need to make that road trip complete. It also doesn’t hurt that the 2014 Corolla gets an EPA-estimated 28 city/37 highway mpg. Come in to Markquart Toyota, serving Wausau and Lacrosse, to speak with one of our knowledgeable sales people or check out our great selection of 2014 Toyota Corolla LE’s online today! *New 2014 Toyota Corolla LE Lease, for $159 per month for 24 months, $1,499 due at signing on approved credit from Toyota Financial Services. 24 MONTH LEASE-FOR-12,000 MILES A YEAR. Security deposit waived on this lease offer. Does not include taxes, license, title fees, insurance, and $129.50 dealer fee. Offer expires 6/2/2014. Stock # T4683.

Toyota knows you don’t want to miss a moment of life when you’re out conquering the road, and with Toyota Entune, you don’t have to. From Bluetooth connectivity to advanced navigational services, Entune completes any road trip. Packages Entune comes in four different grades that vary by Toyota model. Entune Audio is the base package that features phonebook accessibility and MP3/WMA music streaming through a compatible smartphone using Bluetooth. The best part about these features is that they can be accessed through Entune’s Advanced Voice Recognition technology. Make hands-free calls, find your friend’s phone number and address, or pick your favorite tunes while keeping your hands on the wheel and your eyes on the road. USB, iPod and auxiliary hookups allow you to access that killer playlist you have on your smartphone or flash drive so you can take the party with you, wherever you go. The features found in the base grade of Entune Audio are found in the other three grades of Entune. Entune Audio Plus is a step up from Entune Audio because it also comes with commercial-free SiriusXM Radio, and HD radio, traffic and weather information. Keep up to date with the latest traffic reports when you’re driving home from work and easily access the weather when you feel an impromptu trip to the beach coming on. Apps As if SiriusXM and HD information weren’t enough, the next grade of Entune, Entune Premium Audio, also features Entune App Suite and Navigation. Entune App Suite offers you a variety of mobile applications and data services accessible via the Entune touch-screen in your Toyota. By syncing your compatible smartphone device to Entune using Bluetooth, you’ll have access to Bing, iHeartRadio, OpenTable and other great apps with just the touch of your finger while on the open road. Plus, with the data connection from your smartphone, Entune App Suite gives you access to information regarding the weather, stocks, traffic, fuel prices and sports so you can be up to date before you arrive at your destination. Navigation With Entune Premium Audio’s Navigation feature, you can finally get rid of that Atlas that’s taking up space in your backseat. Navigation allows you to view maps in 2- or 3-D, zoom in and out on maps, save destinations to be retrieved later, and choose from three different routes to get to your destination. Plus, with your compatible smartphone connected to Entune through Bluetooth, you have the luxury of selecting an address from the contacts in your phone and applying it to the map. Audio Entune Premium JBL Audio, the highest grade of Entune, features everything already mentioned, plus JBL Speakers and Amp for your sweet ride. Music, information and phone conversations are not only accessible with the touch of your fingertips, but they will be heard loud and clear with the help of JBL’s premium sound system. With Toyota’s Entune, you will never skip a beat. Stop by Markquart Toyota today, located off Highway 53 between Eau Claire and Chippewa Falls, to see what Entune Audio package works for you.

It’s been three years since the Toyota Camry has had a makeover. The 2015 Toyota Camry, available this fall at Markquart Toyota located off Highway 53 between Eau Claire and Chippewa Falls, will cause you to do a double-take. Sporty on the outside and luxury on the inside the new 2015 Camry is anything but ordinary. The first thing you’ll notice about the 2015 Camry is its wider front grille. Combine that with its sharp hood lines and front bumper, and you get an all-new Camry that is aggressive and athletic. It may be aggressive but the Camry is still smooth as ever. The turn signals are integrated with the LED daytime running lamps, the headlights sweep into the new front fenders and from the back, you’ll see that the taillights are tapered. Under the hood, the 2015 Camry remains the same with the 2.5L I4 engine or the 3.5L V6. Both are 6-speed automatics, and will get you the great gas mileage that Camry’s are known for with an EPA-estimated 25/35 mpg city/highway for the I4 and 21/30 mpg city/highway for the V6. Plus, changes to Camry’s body structure give it more rigidity on the road, making for a better response rate and more enjoyable drive. While the exterior of the all-new Camry screams sporty, the interior has an air of luxury to it. High quality, soft-touch materials can be found throughout the cabin. The center stack has a more technology-inspired look to it and even has available a new storage bin that is a wireless charging pad for smartphones. With the 2015 Camry comes a new trim level, XSE. This edition comes with 18-inch wheels, firmer suspension and a unique electric power steering system to make it the sportiest Camry to date. No matter the trim level, the 2015 Camry has new available safety features, such as Lane Departure Alert, Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Adaptive Cruise Control and more. The 2015 Toyota Camry may not get here until this fall but that doesn’t mean we can’t get stoked for its arrival! Sporty on the outside, luxury on the inside and new available safety features make this new Camry anything but ordinary. Stop by Markquart Toyota or call us today to find out more about the 2015 Camry.