Toyota Announces Prices for 2002 Sienna and Avalon Models

    TORRANCE, Calif., July 2 Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A.,
Inc. released manufacturer's suggested retail prices (MSRP) today for the 2002
Sienna minivan and Avalon full-size sedan.  Both models offer new packages at
attractive prices and will arrive at dealer showrooms beginning mid-July.
    The 2002 Sienna will offer a special Symphony edition for the LE grade.
The Sienna Symphony edition provides luxurious features and appearance
enhancements including:

     -- color-keyed cladding and rear bumper
     -- 15-inch alloy wheels with P215/65R15 all-season tires
     -- premium JBL AM/FM/cassette/CD audio system with eight speakers
     -- color-keyed, heated power outside mirrors
     -- roof rack
     -- remote keyless entry
     -- overhead console with HomeLink(R)
     -- leather-wrapped steering wheel
     -- six-way power driver's seat
     -- second-row captain's chairs
     -- Symphony special edition fabric and door trim
     -- Symphony special edition badging

    The base MSRP for the Sienna Symphony special edition is $26,832.
Unchanged from 2001, the base MSRP for the CE standard grade remains an
affordable $23,095.  The LE grade MSRP also is unchanged at $25,755.  The
premium XLE grade is now priced $424 lower than the 2001 model, bringing the
base price down to $28,012.
    The 2002 Toyota Avalon now offers improved value in reduced prices on
existing packages and the introduction of two new value packages.  Two
existing option packages that provide popular amenities are now more
affordable than ever, with further savings of $1,200 each.  A new Luxury
Package, available for the XL grade, provides numerous luxury upgrades at a
$1,200 savings and includes:

     -- power leather-trimmed seats
     -- leather-wrapped steering wheel
     -- 15-inch alloy wheels
     -- remote keyless entry
     -- JBL audio system

    For Avalon buyers who want a sportier appearance, a new Sport Luxury
Package will be available on the XL grade beginning in November.  The Sport
Luxury Package adds 16-inch alloy wheels and a rear spoiler to the Luxury
Package.
     The base MSRP for Avalon remains unchanged, and ranges from $25,845 for
the XL grade with bucket seats to $30,405 for the XLS grade with bucket seats.
     Avalon and Sienna are manufactured exclusively at Toyota's plant in
Georgetown, Ky.