Toyota to Reveal All-New RAV4 and Yaris at 2005 Frankfurt International Motor Show

TORRANCE, Calif., Aug. 29, 2005 -- Toyota Motor Marketing Europe (TMME) will stage the world premier of the all-new RAV4 sport utility vehicle (SUV) and unveil the all-new Yaris three-door and five-door liftbacks, at a press conference at the Frankfurt International Motor Show. Both vehicles featured at the press conference will have European specifications.

Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc. will launch the all-new RAV4, its most affordable SUV, this fall for the 2006 model year. The completely restyled and reengineered third-generation RAV4 will feature significantly improved performance and a larger, more refined and modern interior when it goes on sale.

The all-new Yaris, which replaces the ECHO, will launch next spring for the 2007 model year. As Toyota's most affordable passenger car, the Yaris will feature contemporary exterior styling and a surprising and upscale interior.

The RAV4 and Yaris will debut in the U.S. at a press conference at the SEMA Show in Las Vegas on Wednesday, November 2.