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The 2016 Toyota Avalon carries the same V6 engine that we saw last year. Thus the Avalon provides great overall performance while still being efficient on the fuel economy.
The 2016 Toyota Avalon sedan blends luxury and practicality at a starting price of $32,350. In 2016 Avalon offers 5-passenger seating, a great fuel economy rating and a competitive price tag. Also, with strong engine options, the Avalon is surprisingly engaging to drive. To further stamp its presence, the sedan has one of the highest reliability ratings in the class.
From the very looks, Avalon's sleek styling has a high head-turning quotient, in contrast to the more upright lines of the Chrysler 300 and Honda Accord. Though some of Avalon's rivals offer optional all-wheel-drive. This Toyota scores above average ranking among its competitors, but the only downside is its small trunk capacity.
The 2016 Toyota Avalon is available in 5 trim options, namely XLE, XLE Plus, XLE Premium, Touring, and Limited. The base XLE trim is available at a price of $32,350 and is equipped with multiple standard features. Each trim adds in multiple convenience features over the previous trim and is equipped with the same V6 engine. The top of the line Limited trim is available at a premium price of $40,450. It gets the best interior features that provide a premium overall feel.
Trims |
XLE |
XLE Plus |
XLE Premium |
Touring |
Limited |
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MSRP |
$32,350 |
$34,400 |
$35,850 |
$37,050 |
$40,450 |
Key Features |
17-inch alloy wheels |
Adds to the base XLE trim: |
Adds to the XLE plus trim: |
Adds to the XLE Premium trim: |
Adds to the Touring trim: |
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automatic headlights |
keyless entry system |
driver memory settings |
18-inch wheels |
xenon headlights |
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eight-way power driver seat |
sunroof |
Qi wireless charging |
LED headlights and taillights |
auto-dimming side mirrors |
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heated mirrors |
auto-dimming rearview mirror |
navigation |
sport-tuned suspension |
tri-zone automatic climate control |
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dual-zone automatic climate control |
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nine-speaker audio system |
unique interior trim |
automatic wipers |
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leather upholstery |
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blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic detection |
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ambient cabin lighting |
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We would recommend you to opt for the XLE Premium trim that adds in over the XLE and XLE Plus trim. Along with all the features from the previous two trims like the automatic headlights, leather upholstery, heated mirrors, and many more, the XLE Premium trim adds driver memory settings, wireless charging, navigation system, and delivers assistive technologies. Therefore, starting at a price of $35,850, the XLE Premium provides the best value for the money spent.
The 2016 Toyota Avalon is available in a single engine option. The 3.5-liter V6 engine generates a maximum power output of 268 hp along with 248 lb-ft of torque.
This engine setup accelerates the vehicle from 0 to 60 mph in 7.3 seconds, while the quarter-mile acceleration takes 16 seconds. The 2016 Toyota Avalon has a top speed of 130 mph.
Model |
Toyota Avalon |
Chevrolet Impala |
Honda Accord |
---|---|---|---|
MSRP |
32650 |
30435 |
30745 |
Engine |
3.5-liter V6 |
3.6-liter V6 |
3.5-liter V6 |
Drivetrain |
front-wheel-drive |
front-wheel-drive |
front-wheel-drive |
Transmission |
6-speed shiftable automatic |
6-speed shiftable automatic |
6-speed Automatic |
Power |
268 hp @ 6200 rpm |
305 hp @ 6800 rpm |
278 hp @ 6200 rpm |
Torque |
248 lb.-ft. @ 4700 rpm |
264 lb.-ft. @ 5200 rpm |
252 lb.-ft. @ 4900 rpm |
0-60 mph (sec) |
7.3 |
8.7 |
6.1 |
Quarter-mile (sec) |
16 |
16.4 |
14.9 |
Top Speed (mph) |
130 |
155 |
125 |
The 2016 Chevrolet Impala has the most powerful engine in this comparison, with a power output of 305 hp, while the Honda Accord generates around 278 hp. Thus the Avalon is the least powerful in this comparison. The Honda Accord is the quickest in this comparison with 0 to 60 mph in 6.1 seconds, while the Chevy Impala is the slowest at 8.7 seconds. The Impala has the highest top speed of 155 mph, whereas the Accord tops out at 125 mph.
The 3.5-liter engine with the 2016 Toyota Avalon is one of the most efficient V6. It provides a mileage of 21 mpg in the city, which improves to 31 mpg on the highway. Thus we get a combined mileage of 24 mpg from the Toyota Avalon. Along with that, the Avalon has a fuel tank capacity of 17 gallons, which results in a maximum range of 527 miles on highways.
Model |
Toyota Avalon |
Chevrolet Impala |
Honda Accord |
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MPG (City) |
21 |
19 |
21 |
MPG (Highway) |
31 |
29 |
34 |
MPG (Combined) |
24 |
22 |
26 |
Fuel Capacity (gal) |
17 gal. |
18.5 gal. |
17.2 gal. |
Range (City / Highway / Combined) (miles) |
357/527/408 |
351.5/536/407 |
361/585/447 |
The 2016 Honda Accord is the most efficient in this comparison, with a combined mileage of 26 mpg. The Chevy Impala is the least efficient with a combined mileage of 22 mpg. The Impala has the highest fuel tank capacity of 18.5 gallons with a maximum range of 536 miles, whereas the Honda Accord has a fuel tank capacity of 17.2 gallons and offers a highway range of 585 miles.
The interior of the 2016 Toyota Avalon is one of the best in this segment. The interior is adorned with high-quality materials that improve the overall comfort inside the vehicle.
The sedan gets leather upholstery right from the base trim, along with a power driver seat. The interior provides decent spacing for all the passengers at the front, while the rear is slightly lower on the spacing. The Avalon has a cargo capacity of 16 cu.ft, which is not the best in this segment.
Model |
Toyota Avalon |
Chevrolet Impala |
Honda Accord |
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Seating Capacity |
5 |
5 |
5 |
Front Row (Head / Shoulder / Leg) (in) |
38.5/58.2/42.1 |
39.9/57.9/45.8 |
37.6/58.6/42.5 |
Rear Row (Head / Shoulder / Leg) (in) |
37.9/57/39.2 |
37.4/56.9/39.8 |
37/56.5/38.5 |
Cargo Capacity (cu-ft) |
16 cu.ft. |
18.8 cu.ft. |
15.5 cu.ft. |
The 2016 Chevrolet Impala provides the best spacing in this comparison, while the Honda Accord has the lowest passenger volume. All the vehicles in this comparison can accommodate up to 5 passengers inside the cabin. The Impala also has the highest cargo volume of 18.8 cu.ft., while the Honda Accord has a cargo capacity of 15.5 cu.ft. Here is a list of all the interior features that available with the 2016 Toyota Avalon:
The infotainment system in the 2016 Toyota Avalon is equipped with multiple standard features like Bluetooth connectivity, a 7-inch touchscreen display, HD Radio, USB ports, and voice controls.
It is equipped with an 8-speaker audio system as standard, while the higher trims get a better 11-speaker JBL premium sound system. Here is a list of all the infotainment features that are available with the 2016 Toyota Avalon:
The exterior of the 2016 Toyota Avalon has an overall premium look and surely is attractive. The huge front grille with chrome lining along with sleek headlights and vertical fog lights completes the front look.
The rear gets a somewhat coupe-like shape which cuts down on the rear headroom. The Avalon is the lightest in this comparison with a curb weight of 3,461 pounds. It has a length of 195 inches along with a wheelbase of 111 inches. It has a decent ground clearance of 6 inches.
Model |
Toyota Avalon |
Chevrolet Impala |
Honda Accord |
---|---|---|---|
Curb Weight (lbs) |
3461 lbs. |
3785 lbs. |
3543 lbs. |
Length (in) |
195 in. |
201 in. |
193 in. |
Width (in) |
72 in. |
73 in. |
73 in. |
Height (in) |
58 in. |
59 in. |
58 in. |
Ground Clearance (in) |
6 |
7 |
6 |
Wheelbase (in) |
111 in. |
112 in. |
109 in. |
The 2016 Chevrolet Impala is the heaviest of them all with a curb weight of 3,543 pounds. The Impala is also the longest in length at 201 inches, while all the other dimensions are very similar to the competition. The Impala also has the highest ground clearance of 7 inches, while the Accord has similar 6-inch ground clearance as that of the Avalon. Here is a list of all the exterior features that are available with the 2016 Toyota Avalon:
The NHTSA has rated the 2016 Toyota Avalon with a perfect 5-star rating. Along with that, the IIHS has given it a 'Good' rating in almost all of the test segments. Thus the Avalon is one of the safest vehicles in this segment, and the IIHS has also given it an award of Top Safety Pick for the year 2016. Along with all this, the Avalon is equipped with multiple safety features that further improves the safety factor of the vehicle. Here is a list of all the safety features that are available with the 2016 Toyota Avalon:
The 2016 Toyota Avalon is a complete package that is equipped with a powerful engine that provides great overall performance. Along with that, it provides great fuel economy and has a decent fuel tank capacity that provides a great range. The interior gets impressive features that provide a premium feel inside the cabin. The Avalon is one of the safest vehicles in this segment. Thus if you are looking for a complete package, then you should definitely take a look at the 2016 Toyota Avalon.