New Toyota Cars for Sale | Don Wood Athens Ohio

The choice between Leasing vs Buying a New Toyota depends on your financial priorities and driving habits.

Leasing

You are essentially renting the vehicle for a set period (usually 2 to 4 years), paying only for the vehicle's depreciation during that time.

Pros:

• Generally results in lower monthly payments
• Allows you to drive a new vehicle every few years with the latest technology
• Fewer maintenance worries since the vehicle is under warranty

Cons:

• You do not build equity
• Strict limitations on mileage and customization

Buying/Financing

You take out a loan to cover the full price of the vehicle and own it once the loan is repaid.

Pros:

• You build equity with every payment
• No mileage limits
• Free to customize the vehicle
• Once the loan is paid off, you eliminate monthly car payments

Cons:

• Monthly payments are typically higher than a lease
• You assume the risk of depreciation

Our Don Wood finance team can help you compare current New Toyota Specials and terms to find the option that best fits your lifestyle in Athens.

Don Wood Toyota frequently offers a rotation of New Toyota Specials Athens OH directly from the manufacturer. These can include attractive incentives such as:

• Low APR financing for qualified buyers on popular models like the RAV4 or Camry
• Competitive lease offers with reduced payments
• Customer cash rebates

These factory incentives change monthly, so we encourage you to check our specials page or contact the Sales Department to discuss the most current offers available for the model you are interested in.

Yes, Don Wood Toyota is proud to offer several special incentives Don Wood to thank our local community:

• Toyota Military Rebate Program: Offering a rebate to eligible U.S. military personnel and veterans on the purchase or lease of a new Toyota.
• Toyota College Grad Program: Provides a rebate and competitive financing rates for recent college graduates and students who are about to graduate.

These programs are subject to Toyota Financial Services (TFS) credit approval and specific program requirements. Please speak with our Finance Center for full details and eligibility requirements.

The 2025 Toyota models, like the redesigned Camry Hybrid and 4Runner, often prioritize:

• Electrification, making hybrid powertrains more common or standard
• Enhanced Toyota Safety Sense™ 3.0 suites
• Larger and faster Toyota Audio Multimedia touchscreen systems
• Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capabilities
• More robust driver-assistance technologies

Look for increased efficiency and major technology updates across the lineup.

MSRP (Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price) is the price the manufacturer recommends the dealer sell the vehicle for.

Invoice Price is what the dealer paid for the vehicle.

The negotiation room on a new Toyota depends heavily on current market conditions, demand for that model (like a Tacoma or RAV4), and local inventory. Our Don Wood sales team strives for transparent, competitive pricing that minimizes the need for high-pressure negotiations.

Level 2 Autonomous Driving (like Toyota Safety Sense™ features) requires the driver to remain fully engaged, ready to take over at any time, even though the system controls steering, acceleration, and braking simultaneously.

Level 3 systems allow the driver to take their attention away from driving under specific conditions (e.g., highway driving), but require the driver to be available to intervene when prompted by the vehicle.

Toyota's current technology is primarily at Level 2, focusing on driver assistance and safety.

Standard Bumper-to-Bumper Warranty (typically 3 years/36,000 miles) covers nearly every component of your new Toyota, including electrical systems, paint, and accessories, against defects.

Powertrain Warranty (typically 5 years/60,000 miles) covers the essential components that make the vehicle move: the engine, transmission, and drivetrain (axles, driveshafts). The powertrain warranty is crucial for models like the Toyota Tundra and Sequoia.

Standard fees for a new Toyota purchase include:

• Destination Charge → a non-negotiable fee set by the manufacturer to transport the vehicle to the dealership
• Documentation Fee (Doc Fee) → covers the cost of processing paperwork, titles, and registration

Reputable dealers like Don Wood do not typically charge separate, hidden fees like "dealer prep" or "dealer advertising," as these are often included in the MSRP.

EV Pros:

• Zero tailpipe emissions
• Lower running costs (fuel and maintenance)
• Smooth, instant torque (seen in models like the bZ4X)

EV Cons:

• Higher purchase price
• Range anxiety
• Longer fueling times (charging)
• Potential battery degradation

ICE Pros:

• Faster refueling
• Greater maximum range
• Widespread fueling infrastructure

ICE Cons:

• Higher maintenance costs
• Less fuel efficiency
• Tailpipe emissions

The decision depends on your driving habits and access to reliable charging in the Athens, OH area.

Yes, every new Toyota comes with ToyotaCare, which is a complimentary maintenance plan covering the normal factory-recommended maintenance for 2 years or 25,000 miles, whichever comes first. This includes:

• Oil changes
• Filter replacements
• Tire rotations

This benefit provides significant savings on your initial new car service costs.