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The Meanings And Origin Of Toyota Model Names by AutoJoshNG: 7:44pm On Sep 12, 2019


Toyota automobiles are arguably the most popular vehicles on Nigerian roads. They have become so popular that even a rookie car enthusiast or someone who is not really interested in cars can identify a Camry or Corolla from a distance.

Wait a minute. What do the words; Camry , Corolla and other model names actually mean, how were those names coined ?. We are about to find out !

Let's get started, in no particular order

1. Prius

Its a Latin word meaning, "prior", "first", "original", "to go before" . The Prius is the first mass produced hybrid vehicle, launched in 1997, in Japan.

2. Avensis

This name is derived from the French word "Avancer", meaning "to advance".

3. Supra

It comes from the Latin word "supra", which means "transcending" or "above" . Which can also be loosely translated as "superior" .

4. Celica

Its a Spanish word for "celestial" or "heavenly"

5. Hilux

Its simply a combination of "High" and "Luxury" �

6.Hiace

Just like the Hilux, its coined from the English words "High" and "Ace".

7.RAV4

Its actually an acronym for "Recreational Active Vehicle with 4-wheel-drive " .

8.Camry

Its coined from a Japanese word "Kanmuri", which means "crown".

9.Corolla

A "corolla" is the ring of petals around the central part of a flower. The name was intended to evoke the image of a beautifully styled, eye-catching compact car.

https://autojosh.com/check-out-the-meanings-and-origin-of-these-toyota-model-names/

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Re: The Meanings And Origin Of Toyota Model Names by JasonScoolari: 7:46pm On Sep 12, 2019
My love for CAMRY though. So comfortable and reliable unlike one previous camel called "Honda Bull Dog"

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Re: The Meanings And Origin Of Toyota Model Names by donstan18: 7:49pm On Sep 12, 2019
Nice.

Going by how Hilux and Hiace were coined, one would think Corolla got coined with the combination of Crocodile and Lalasticlalaa.

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Re: The Meanings And Origin Of Toyota Model Names by kingreign(m): 8:18pm On Sep 12, 2019
donstan18:
Nice.

Going by how Hilux and Hiace were coined, one would think Corolla got coined with the combination of Crocodile and Lalasticlalaa.

Lol grin

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Re: The Meanings And Origin Of Toyota Model Names by FirstSon01: 9:16pm On Sep 12, 2019
Great! I wonder where MB get their own from.
Re: The Meanings And Origin Of Toyota Model Names by Nobody: 2:28am On Sep 13, 2019
FirstSon01:
Great!
I wonder where MB get their own from.

Just do like Nigerian teachers. Give it to us as assignment...

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Re: The Meanings And Origin Of Toyota Model Names by tck2000(m): 10:27pm On Sep 13, 2019
donstan18:
Nice.

Going by how Hilux and Hiace were coined, one would think Corolla got coined with the combination of Crocodile and Lalasticlalaa.
lol
Re: The Meanings And Origin Of Toyota Model Names by divo(m): 1:42am On Sep 16, 2019
AutoJoshNG:


Toyota automobiles are arguably the most popular vehicles on Nigerian roads. They have become so popular that even a rookie car enthusiast or someone who is not really interested in cars can identify a Camry or Corolla from a distance.

Wait a minute. What do the words; Camry , Corolla and other model names actually mean, how were those names coined ?. We are about to find out !

Let's get started, in no particular order

1. Prius
Please which is better Toyota Highlander or acura mdx 2008 models

Its a Latin word meaning, "prior", "first", "original", "to go before" . The Prius is the first mass produced hybrid vehicle, launched in 1997, in Japan.

2. Avensis

This name is derived from the French word "Avancer", meaning "to advance".

3. Supra

It comes from the Latin word "supra", which means "transcending" or "above" . Which can also be loosely translated as "superior" .

4. Celica

Its a Spanish word for "celestial" or "heavenly"

5. Hilux

Its simply a combination of "High" and "Luxury" �

6.Hiace

Just like the Hilux, its coined from the English words "High" and "Ace".

7.RAV4

Its actually an acronym for "Recreational Active Vehicle with 4-wheel-drive " .

8.Camry

Its coined from a Japanese word "Kanmuri", which means "crown".

9.Corolla

A "corolla" is the ring of petals around the central part of a flower. The name was intended to evoke the image of a beautifully styled, eye-catching compact car.

https://autojosh.com/check-out-the-meanings-and-origin-of-these-toyota-model-names/

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Re: The Meanings And Origin Of Toyota Model Names by shamecurls(m): 10:09am On Sep 16, 2019
Toyota Tundra was named after Thunder Balogun

Hiace was named after the great Sango priest that died in Japan. His name was Ayasire

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Re: The Meanings And Origin Of Toyota Model Names by computerglobal(m): 10:10am On Sep 16, 2019
cool cool cool
Re: The Meanings And Origin Of Toyota Model Names by Burgerlomo: 10:10am On Sep 16, 2019
cool
Re: The Meanings And Origin Of Toyota Model Names by Orissodiq: 10:10am On Sep 16, 2019
Hmmm

Re: The Meanings And Origin Of Toyota Model Names by sylve11: 10:10am On Sep 16, 2019
nice one @ op..... smiley cool
Re: The Meanings And Origin Of Toyota Model Names by mercyvivv(f): 10:11am On Sep 16, 2019
Educative but if you think that will change our already made impressions and titles, like "Be My Wife (BMW), Toyota Pencil light, Evil spirit, Honda bulldog etc, you're just lying...ask around if we've stopped calling NEPA till today! grin

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Re: The Meanings And Origin Of Toyota Model Names by Nwaohafia1: 10:11am On Sep 16, 2019
Toyota is for lazy and newbies. Very bland and lacks power.

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Re: The Meanings And Origin Of Toyota Model Names by Efostick(m): 10:11am On Sep 16, 2019
Never knew this.




Oh well, I've got an S8 Duos with a non responsive screen for sale, needs to be replaced...or used as scrap.
Price is 18k.
Re: The Meanings And Origin Of Toyota Model Names by NigerianMan: 10:11am On Sep 16, 2019
TOYOTA SEQUOIA was named after SEGILOLA ABENI AGBON, first Japan prime minister


The only bad thing about TOYOTA is their Shock Absorber, you can change it more than twice in a Year. undecided undecided

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Re: The Meanings And Origin Of Toyota Model Names by jashar(f): 10:11am On Sep 16, 2019
Interesting...
Re: The Meanings And Origin Of Toyota Model Names by Flier: 10:12am On Sep 16, 2019
JasonScoolari:
My love for CAMRY though. So comfortable and reliable unlike one previous camel called "Honda Bull Dog"
You are not alone,there is nothing close to camry,it’s affordable and durable
Toyota need to work on their SHOCK though,they have one of the worst shock absorbers

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Re: The Meanings And Origin Of Toyota Model Names by kygo(m): 10:17am On Sep 16, 2019
donstan18:
Nice.

Going by how Hilux and Hiace were coined, one would think Corolla got coined with the combination of Crocodile and Lalasticlalaa.



Hahahahahahaha

you be clown!

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Re: The Meanings And Origin Of Toyota Model Names by Cockyguy11: 10:17am On Sep 16, 2019
donstan18:
Nice.

Going by how Hilux and Hiace were coined, one would think Corolla got coined with the combination of Crocodile and Lalasticlalaa.
hahaha cheesy you no well I swear cheesy cheesy cheesy cheesy
Re: The Meanings And Origin Of Toyota Model Names by Stanfeelings: 10:20am On Sep 16, 2019
what about Avelon, Avensis
Re: The Meanings And Origin Of Toyota Model Names by Mekanus(m): 10:21am On Sep 16, 2019
JasonScoolari:
My love for CAMRY though. So comfortable and reliable unlike one previous camel called "Honda Bull Dog"
I tell you, Especially that Toyota SPIDER
Re: The Meanings And Origin Of Toyota Model Names by Ezeego1(m): 10:22am On Sep 16, 2019
Nwaohafia1:
Toyota is for lazy and newbies. Very bland and lacks power.

Must you comment

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Re: The Meanings And Origin Of Toyota Model Names by Exponental(m): 10:22am On Sep 16, 2019
Una try..... What about others? Are not recognized?
Sienna, Venza, Crown, Prado, Landcruiser and others?
So Coastal was coined from the biscuit abi

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Re: The Meanings And Origin Of Toyota Model Names by Baawaa(m): 10:23am On Sep 16, 2019
Nice one by Toyota
Re: The Meanings And Origin Of Toyota Model Names by IAmXcessiz(m): 10:24am On Sep 16, 2019
What about Venza

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Re: The Meanings And Origin Of Toyota Model Names by CarGuideNG: 10:27am On Sep 16, 2019
Re: The Meanings And Origin Of Toyota Model Names by Crazeworld(m): 10:29am On Sep 16, 2019
My car is not there

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Re: The Meanings And Origin Of Toyota Model Names by Pauldollars(m): 10:31am On Sep 16, 2019
Nwaohafia1:
Toyota is for lazy and newbies. Very bland and lacks power.

Which one have you even bought before? Perhaps the one hubby bought for you.

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Re: The Meanings And Origin Of Toyota Model Names by Nobody: 10:32am On Sep 16, 2019
Easy nah
shamecurls:
Toyota Tundra was named after Thunder Balogun

Hiace was named after the great Sango priest that died in Japan. His name was Ayasire

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