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2016 Toyota Avalon XLE
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2016 Toyota Avalon XLE

XLE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

$19,990
Est. $271/mo
$553 Above market
RMV: $19,437
Mileage 58,385 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
7 Days in market
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Sedan
V6
Automatic
McLarty Volvo Cars of Little Rock
Little Rock, AR
5.0
(Based 943 Review)
(501) 90*****
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2017 Toyota Avalon XLE
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2017 Toyota Avalon XLE

XLE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

$23,500
Est. $319/mo
$1,948 Above market
RMV: $21,552
Mileage 41,121 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
6 Days in market
BLACK
Sedan
V6
Automatic
Bumble Auto-Elkridge
Elkridge, MD
4.0
(Based 90 Review)
(443) 42*****
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2018 Toyota Avalon XLE
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2018 Toyota Avalon XLE

XLE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

$19,996
Est. $271/mo
$635 Below market
RMV: $20,631
Price Drop, $602
Earlier Price: $20,598 (15 Oct 2024)
Mileage 74,063 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 2 Owner
47 Days in market
WHITE
Sedan
V6
Automatic
Philpott Toyota
Nederland, TX
4.0
(Based 780 Review)
(888) 92*****
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2016 Toyota Avalon XLE

XLE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

$15,990
Est. $217/mo
$639 Above market
RMV: $15,351
Price Drop, $885
Earlier Price: $16,875 (15 Oct 2024)
Mileage 119,454 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Accident, 1 Owner
41 Days in market
GRAY
Sedan
V6
Automatic
Stevenson-Hendrick Honda Jacksonville
Jacksonville, NC
5.0
(Based 920 Review)
(910) 37*****
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2018 Toyota Avalon XLE

XLE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

$24,998
Est. $339/mo
$3,703 Above market
RMV: $21,295
Mileage 60,908 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
32 Days in market
Sedan
V6
Automatic
Porsche Burlington
Burlington, MA
4.0
(Based 350 Review)
(781) 20*****
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2018 Toyota Avalon XLE

XLE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

$18,497
Est. $251/mo
$257 Below market
RMV: $18,754
Mileage 90,853 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
28 Days in market
RED
Sedan
V6
Automatic
Kearny Mesa Subaru
San Diego, CA
4.0
(Based 1817 Review)
(858) 27*****
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2016 Toyota Avalon XLE

XLE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

$19,563
Est. $265/mo
$957 Above market
RMV: $18,606
Mileage 66,291 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
19 Days in market
Sedan
V6
Automatic
Beaverton Toyota
Beaverton, OR
4.0
(Based 9691 Review)
(503) 62*****
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2018 Toyota Avalon XLE

XLE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

$24,444
Est. $331/mo
$81 Below market
RMV: $24,525
Price Drop, $1,200
Earlier Price: $25,644 (25 Oct 2024)
Mileage 24,707 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
22 Days in market
WHITE
Sedan
V6
Automatic
Hicks Family Subaru
Corpus Christi, TX
5.0
(Based 644 Review)
(361) 21*****
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2016 Toyota Avalon XLE

XLE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

$11,995
Est. $162/mo
$137 Below market
RMV: $12,132
Mileage 149,557 mi.
Home Delivery
3 Owner
25 Days in market
SILVER
Sedan
V6
Automatic
La Strada Motors
Houston, TX
5.0
(Based 225 Review)
(713) 77*****
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2016 Toyota Avalon XLE

XLE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

$17,895
Est. $242/mo
$1,625 Above market
RMV: $16,270
Price Drop, $200
Earlier Price: $18,095 (17 Oct 2024)
Mileage 116,359 mi.
Home Delivery
4 Owner
75 Days in market
GRAY
Sedan
V6
Automatic
DriveTime of SE Nashville
Antioch, TN
(615) 51*****
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2018 Toyota Avalon XLE

XLE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

$9,995
Est. $135/mo
$1,601 Below market
RMV: $11,596
Price Drop, $933
Earlier Price: $10,928 (22 Jul 2024)
Mileage 193,000 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 1 Owner
693 Days in market
BLACK
Sedan
V6
Automatic
Suburban Auto Sales LLC
Madison Heights, MI
2.0
(Based 193 Review)
(248) 54*****
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2018 Toyota Avalon XLE

XLE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

$17,700
Est. $240/mo
$1,058 Below market
RMV: $18,758
Price Drop, $100
Earlier Price: $17,800 (21 Oct 2024)
Mileage 82,473 mi.
Home Delivery
3 Owner
54 Days in market
RED
Sedan
V6
Automatic
Koons Arlington Toyota
Arlington, VA
4.0
(Based 2508 Review)
(571) 57*****
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2016 Toyota Avalon XLE

XLE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

$19,700
Est. $267/mo
$446 Above market
RMV: $19,254
Price Drop, $300
Earlier Price: $20,000 (24 Oct 2024)
Mileage 52,813 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 4 Owner
78 Days in market
WHITE
Sedan
V6
Automatic
Grace Auto Sales And Service
Henrico, VA
4.0
(Based 1279 Review)
(804) 40*****
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2016 Toyota Avalon XLE

XLE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

$10,900
Est. $147/mo
$1,613 Above market
RMV: $9,287
Mileage 200,861 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 4 Owner
34 Days in market
BLACK
Sedan
V6
Automatic
Royal Autosport
Sacramento, CA
4.0
(Based 140 Review)
(916) 43*****
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Certified 2016 Toyota Avalon XLE

XLE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

$14,498
Est. $196/mo
$998 Above market
RMV: $13,500
Mileage 138,366 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 2 Owner
10 Days in market
GRAY
Sedan
V6
Automatic
Gullo Toyota of Conroe
Conroe, TX
4.0
(Based 1614 Review)
(936) 44*****
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2016 Toyota Avalon XLE

XLE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

$18,455
Est. $250/mo
$440 Above market
RMV: $18,015
Mileage 71,530 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Accident, 1 Owner
34 Days in market
WHITE
Sedan
V6
Automatic
AutoNation USA San Antonio
San Antonio, TX
4.0
(Based 577 Review)
(210) 59*****
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2016 Toyota Avalon XLE

XLE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

$16,900
Est. $229/mo
$617 Above market
RMV: $16,283
Mileage 111,419 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
196 Days in market
Sedan
V6
Automatic
Auto World of Chester
Chester, VA
(804) 74*****
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2016 Toyota Avalon XLE

XLE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

$22,900
Est. $310/mo
$1,304 Above market
RMV: $21,596
Price Drop, $500
Earlier Price: $23,400 (4 Sep 2024)
Mileage 34,091 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 1 Owner
77 Days in market
WHITE
Sedan
V6
Automatic
Miltimore Motor Company
Brainerd, MN
5.0
(Based 68 Review)
(218) 45*****
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2016 Toyota Avalon XLE

XLE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

$14,950
Est. $202/mo
$984 Above market
RMV: $13,966
Mileage 131,858 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 2 Owner
26 Days in market
BLACK
Sedan
V6
Automatic
Auto Class Direct
Plano, TX
5.0
(Based 313 Review)
(972) 50*****
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2017 Toyota Avalon XLE

XLE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

$15,985
Est. $217/mo
$1,726 Below market
RMV: $17,711
Price Drop, $515
Earlier Price: $16,500 (26 Jun 2024)
Mileage 98,040 mi.
Home Delivery
4 Owner
169 Days in market
RED
Sedan
V6
Automatic
VC Cars Gwinnett
Duluth, GA
4.0
(Based 522 Review)

Vehicle History

  • No accident or damage reported to Carindigo
  • 1st owner drove an estimated 20,277 miles/year
  • 1st owner purchased on 01/25/17 and owned in AR until 10/01/18
  • Last serviced at 80,984 miles in Russellville, AR on 12/14/21
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2018 Toyota Avalon XLE

XLE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

$20,784
Est. $282/mo
$969 Below market
RMV: $21,753
Mileage 51,770 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Accident, 2 Owner
25 Days in market
BLACK
Sedan
V6
Automatic
Sanford Imports
Sanford, NC
3.0
(Based 552 Review)
(919) 41*****
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2018 Toyota Avalon XLE

XLE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

$13,700
Est. $186/mo
$1,008 Below market
RMV: $14,708
Mileage 155,627 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 2 Owner
425 Days in market
RED
Sedan
V6
Automatic
Dixie Motors
Fairfield, OH
4.0
(Based 189 Review)
(513) 87*****
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2016 Toyota Avalon XLE

XLE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

$17,948
Est. $243/mo
$1,063 Below market
RMV: $19,011
Mileage 65,876 mi.
Home Delivery
3 Owner
7 Days in market
GRAY
Sedan
V6
Automatic
Gresham Toyota
Gresham, OR
4.0
(Based 6033 Review)
(503) 46*****
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2018 Toyota Avalon XLE

XLE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

$16,424
Est. $222/mo
$1,391 Below market
RMV: $17,815
Mileage 103,296 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 2 Owner
5 Days in market
WHITE
Sedan
V6
Automatic
AutoNation USA Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ
4.0
(Based 2309 Review)
(623) 43*****
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About 2017 Toyota Avalon


4.0

Overall Rating

The 2017 Toyota Avalon is the embodiment of comfortable driving and predictability. The Toyota didn\u2019t alter its winning recipe and focused more over presentation. The Avalon\u2019s cabin is a better place to be in than any of the competitors.

The 2017 Toyota Avalon is revamped in design and sports luxurious interiors as compared to the outgoing model. The Avalon in its current generation tries to blend luxury with practicality and safety. It is furnished with active safety features like adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning, automatic high-beams, and more.

Starting at a base price of $33,300, this Toyota sedan is a rather affordable car. It harbors a potent 3.5L V6 engine backed with a 6-speed automatic transmission. The engine churns out 268 hp of power and 248 lb-ft of torque. The engine's power is transmitted to the front wheels of the car.

Amongst the five variants that are on offer, the XLE trim is the most sought-after purchase option. It ensures features of the highest quality without making a dent in the buyer’s pocket. However, if finance is not a constraint the top-of-the-line Limited trim can be your go-to option.

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2016 Toyota Avalon XLE

XLE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

$11,998
Est. $162/mo
$2,816 Below market
RMV: $14,814
Price Drop, $2,000
Earlier Price: $13,998 (24 Oct 2024)
Mileage 126,210 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
26 Days in market
BLACK
Sedan
V6
Automatic
Platinum Autos
Woodinville, WA
4.0
(Based 227 Review)
(425) 48*****
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2016 Toyota Avalon XLE

XLE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

$16,485
Est. $223/mo
$1,402 Below market
RMV: $17,887
Price Drop, $300
Earlier Price: $16,785 (17 Oct 2024)
Mileage 68,522 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 3 Owner
27 Days in market
SILVER
Sedan
V6
Automatic
Airport Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM
Orlando, FL
4.0
(Based 3228 Review)
(407) 74*****
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2016 Toyota Avalon XLE

XLE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

$14,995
Est. $203/mo
$70 Below market
RMV: $15,065
Mileage 135,721 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Accident, 1 Owner
54 Days in market
WHITE
Sedan
V6
Automatic
Four Wheel Solutions LLC.
Bossier City, LA
3.0
(Based 39 Review)
(318) 58*****
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2017 Toyota Avalon XLE

XLE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

$14,987
Est. $203/mo
$35 Below market
RMV: $15,022
Price Drop, $1,008
Earlier Price: $15,995 (12 Sep 2024)
Mileage 130,209 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Accident, 3 Owner
232 Days in market
BLACK
Sedan
V6
Automatic
Stargate Auto Sales LLC
Murfreesboro, TN
3.0
(Based 56 Review)
(615) 62*****
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2017 Toyota Avalon XLE

XLE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

$17,443
Est. $236/mo
$267 Below market
RMV: $17,710
Mileage 89,689 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
21 Days in market
GRAY
Sedan
V6
Automatic
Motor City Lexus of Bakersfield
Bakersfield, CA
5.0
(Based 1143 Review)
(661) 41*****
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2018 Toyota Avalon XLE

XLE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

$22,048
Est. $299/mo
$4,762 Above market
RMV: $17,286
Mileage 122,982 mi.
Home Delivery
3 Owner
12 Days in market
SILVER
Sedan
V6
Automatic
Cowboy DCJR
Cheyenne, WY
4.0
(Based 1503 Review)
(307) 46*****
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2017 Toyota Avalon Review


The 2017 Toyota Avalon is the embodiment of comfortable driving and predictability. The Toyota didn\u2019t alter its winning recipe and focused more over presentation. The Avalon\u2019s cabin is a better place to be in than any of the competitors.

The 2017 Toyota Avalon is revamped in design and sports luxurious interiors as compared to the outgoing model. The Avalon in its current generation tries to blend luxury with practicality and safety. It is furnished with active safety features like adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning, automatic high-beams, and more.

Starting at a base price of $33,300, this Toyota sedan is a rather affordable car. It harbors a potent 3.5L V6 engine backed with a 6-speed automatic transmission. The engine churns out 268 hp of power and 248 lb-ft of torque. The engine's power is transmitted to the front wheels of the car.

Pricing and Features
6.0/10


The new Toyota Avalon is offered in 5 different trims namely the XLE, XLE Plus, XLE Premium, Limited, and Touring. While the base trim is priced at $33,300, the top-of-the-line Limited variant gets a price sticker of $41,100. All 5 trims get a 3.5L 6-cylinder engine as standard mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission that transfers power to the front wheels of the Avalon. The distinction between each trim from the other is the set of features at the user’s disposal and the most viable trim will depend on how many features the buyer wants in his car.

Trim

XLE

XLE Plus

XLE Premium

Touring

Limited

MSRP

$33,300

$35,050

$36,500

$37,700

$41,100

Key Features

Quadra beam halogen headlights with auto on/off feature and Daytime Running Lights (DRL) with on/off feature

Adds/Upgrades from "XLE"

Adds/Upgrades from "XLE Plus"

Adds/Upgrades from "XLE Premium"

Adds/Upgrades from "Touring"

 

Washer-linked variable intermittent windshield wipers

Washer-Linked Variable Windshield Wipers

Integrated Backup Camera

LED Headlights with Auto On/Off function and LED DRL's

High-Intensity Discharge Headlights with Auto On/Off function

 

Entune Audio Plus with Connected Navigation, auxiliary audio jack, USB 2.0 port5 with iPod\xae6 connectivity and control, advanced voice recognition

8 Speaker Audio System with App3 capability

14 Speaker Audio System with all the features from the XLE trim

14 Speaker Premium Audio System with Entune App Suite compatibility

Entune Premium JBL Audio with Integrated Navigation and App Suite includes the Entune Multimedia Bundle4

 

Siri Eyes Free with SiriusXM and Satellite Radio 

HD Radio with Siri Eyes Free and Sirius XM

Entune Audio Suite and Connectivity

Live Traffic Updates and Weather Updates via Doppler System

7-in. high-resolution touch-screen with split-screen display, AM/FM CD player with MP3/WMA playback capability, JBL GreenEdge speakers in nine locations including subwoofer and amplifier, auxiliary audio jack, USB 2.0 port with iPod connectivity, and control

         

Backup camera with projected Guidelines

The base trim comes loaded with price-appropriate features which include satellite radio, quadra beam halogens, and daytime running lights. As one moves up the ladder, features like an integrated back-up camera, a JBL sound system, and LED headlights with auto on and off become great value additions.

We recommend

Amongst the five variants that are on offer, the XLE trim is the most sought-after purchase option. It ensures features of the highest quality without making a dent in the buyer’s pocket. However, if finance is not a constraint the top-of-the-line Limited trim can be your go-to option.

Engine and Performance
8.6/10


The engine in-charge of powering the Toyota Avalon is a 3.5L 6-cylinder engine that comes with a 6-speed automatic transmission and is the standard setup across all variants.

The engine churns out a healthy 268hp of power and 248lb.-ft of torque.

Models

Toyota Avalon XLE

Dodge Charger

Kia Cadenza

Buick LaCrosse

MSRP

$33,300

$27,995

$31,990

$32,065

Engine

3.5L 6cyl

3.6L 6cyl

3.3L 6cyl

3.6L 6cyl

Transmission

6-Speed Automatic

8-Speed Automatic

8-Speed Automatic

8-Speed Automatic

Horsepower

268 hp

292 hp

290 hp

310 hp

Torque

248 lb-ft

260 lb-ft

253 lb-ft

268 lb-ft

Though the power is adequate for a car of its segment, all other competitors have higher performance figures and feature an 8-speed automatic transmission. The Buick LaCrosse has the most powerful engine producing 310 hp of engine power and 268lb.-ft. of torque.

2017 Toyota Avalon Acceleration

The Toyota Avalon’s V6 engine is potent and its acceleration timings are evidence of it. The Avalon is capable of powering to 60 MPH from a standstill in 6.4 seconds and can complete a quarter-mile run in 14.8 seconds. The major advantage of the Toyota Avalon is its comparatively lower emission rates at 7.4 Tons/year of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year.

Models

Toyota Avalon XLE

Dodge Charger

Kia Cadenza

Buick LaCrosse

0-60 MPH

6.4 sec

4.6 sec

6.5 sec

5.8 sec

Quarter mile

14.8 sec

11.4 sec

14.8 sec

14.6 sec

Engine

3.5L

3.6L

3.3L

3.6L

Emission

(Tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year)

7.4

7.6

7.6

7.7

However, when compared with competitors the Avalon seems to fall short. Though it is faster than the Kia Cadenza that takes 6.5 seconds to reach the 60MPH mark, it is slower than the Buick LaCrosse’s 5.8 seconds. The Dodge Charger is both the fastest and quickest car in the segment and takes 4.6 and 11.4 seconds to the 60 MPH and quarter-mile mark respectively.

2017 Toyota Avalon Ride and Handling

The Toyota Avalon has been thoughtfully curated to fit into the category of a vehicle that can be used for the daily commute. Its huge size may be difficult to maneuver in the city and parking in sub-compact zones can be a tedious task but its light steering eases handling and makes up for its size. The interiors on the Avalon have an abundance of luxury and its hi-tech safety features enhance ride quality manifold.

2017 Toyota Avalon Braking

The Avalon is equipped with a 4-wheel disc brake that makes the braking decent and easy. The brake is neither too soft nor too confident in usage and seams in perfectly with the overall structure and body type. The Avalon features front and rear brakes of 11.7 and 11.1 inches respectively. In the deceleration test from 60-0 MPH, the Avalon covers a total distance of 126ft before coming to rest.

Model

Toyota Avalon XLE

Dodge Charger

Kia Cadenza

Buick LaCrosse

Brake Front (in.)

11.7

12.6

12.6

12.6

Brake Rear (in.)

11.1

12.6

11.8

11.1

Curb Weight (lbs.)

3505

3934

3633

3840

60-0 MPH (ft.)

126

111

120

123

All other cars, the Dodge, the Kia, and the Buick have better braking capabilities and larger sets of brakes. It is again the Dodge’s Charger that outshines its competitors with a halting distance of 111ft followed closely by the Cadenza and the LaCrosse at 120 and 123ft respectively.

Fuel Economy
8.7/10


In a segment that features full-size sedans, fuel efficiency assumes utmost importance. The Toyota Avalon strikes a favorable impression with the most economical figures in the segment. The Avalon is capable of averaging 21 MPG in the city and 30 MPG on highways and has a combined mileage of 24 MPG.

Model

Toyota Avalon XLE

Dodge Charger

Kia Cadenza

Buick LaCrosse

MPG (city)

21

19

20

21

MPG (highway)

30

30

28

31

MPG (combined)

24

23

23

23

In comparison, all competitors have a similarly combined mileage of 23 MPG. The LaCrosse is the most efficient on highways covering 31 miles per gallon of fuel.

Interior
9.0/10


The Toyota Avalon is roomy and has a total passenger volume of 103 cubic feet. It is capable of seating 5 passengers which is also the segment standard.

The Avalon has a total of 38.5/58.2/42.1 inches of head, shoulder, and legroom available at the front while at the rear these measure at 37.9/57/39.2 inches respectively.

Model

Toyota Avalon XLE

Dodge Charger

Kia Cadenza

Buick LaCrosse

Passenger capacity

5

5

5

5

Front (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (In.)

38.5/58.2/42.1

38.6/59.5/41.8

40.2/58.3/45.5

38.4/57.7/42.0

Second

(Head/Shoulder/Leg) (In.)

37.9/57.0/39.2

36.6/57.9/40.1

37.9/56.5/37.2

38.4/56.6/38.0

Passenger volume (cu-ft)

103.6

104.7

107.8

100

In the segment, the Kia Cadenza has the highest amount of passenger volume on offer at 107.8 cubic feet while the LaCrosse has the lowest at 100 cubic feet. All cars have a similar amount of space available for the rear seat passengers but at the front, the Kia Cadenza remains marginally ahead of its competitors. Some notable features include:

  • Keyless Start
  • Adjustable Steering Wheel
  • Steering Wheel Controls
  • Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
  • Trip Computer
  • Intermittent Wipers

2017 Toyota Avalon Infotainment System

The infotainment system in the Toyota Avalon consists of a 7-inch screen that sits centrally between the chrome, carbon, and wood that surrounds the entire dash. The Avalon uses Toyota’s trademark Toyota Entune system and promises to be intuitive and responsive. The menu placement is quite logical but the absence of Apple CarPlay and Android Auto might dishearten some. Other features include:

  • 11-speaker JBL audio system
  • Bluetooth Audio
  • Voice Command
  • USB Ports
  • Real-Time Weather
  • Real-Time Traffic

2017 Toyota Avalon Cargo Capacity

The Toyota Avalon is not only roomy on the inside but has a decent cargo capacity as well. The Avalon has an enormous 16 cubic feet of cargo space at its disposal and is competent enough to handle 5 suitcases making it practical and spacious.

Model

Toyota Avalon XLE

Dodge Charger

Kia Cadenza

Buick LaCrosse

Cargo Volume (ft.3)

16.0

16.1

16.0

15.0

Though it's commodious, the competition does it a little better. The cargo space on the Dodge Charger is slightly better at 16.1 cubic feet. The Kia Cadenza comes with an identical cargo space but the LaCrosse is a little shorter at 15 cubic feet.

Exterior
7.2/10


The Toyota Avalon’s revised exterior design looks plusher and aesthetically pleasing. The front grille adds character to the design and in its stance, the Avalon looks domineering.

The new Toyota Avalon is the lightest car in the segment and weighs 3505 lbs. It is 195.3-in in length and 72.2-in in width. The Avalon stands at a height of 57.5 inches and a ground clearance of 5.5 inches that helps it endure tricky pavements. It has the shortest wheelbase as compared to any car in the segment at 111.0 inches.

Model

Toyota Avalon XLE

Dodge Charger

Kia Cadenza

Buick LaCrosse

Curb weight (lbs.)

3505

3934

3633

3840

Length(in)

195.3

198.4

195.7

197.5

Width(in)

72.2

75.0

73.6

73.5

Height(in)

57.5

58.2

57.9

57.5

Ground clearance (in)

5.5

4.9

N/A

NA

Wheelbase (in)

111.0

120.2

112.4

114.4

Track width (in) F/R

62.6/62.2

63.4/63.8

63.3/63.6

62.9/63.1

Though all cars in the segment are similar in dimensions, the Dodge Charger has the largest proportions than the other cars in comparison and also is the heaviest car at 3934 lbs.

Safety
9.3/10


Toyota’s commitment to passenger safety is evident in the way the Avalon has been loaded. It comes equipped with Active Safety features which were earlier reserved for the higher end models in Toyota’s lineup. The Avalon is highly rated by IIHS and NHTSA and promises to be dependable.

The new set of active safety features include forward-collision warning, automatic pre-collision braking, adaptive cruise control, a lane departure warning and intervention system, and automatic high-beam headlight control. Other safety features include:

  • Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) with Track Mode
  • Hill Start Assist Control (HAC)
  • Advanced Airbag System
  • Three-point seatbelts
  • Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR)
  • Automatic/Emergency Locking Retractor 
  • LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children)
  • Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)

Competition
7.0/10


Kia Cadenza Vs Toyota Avalon

Priced at $31,990, the Kia Cadenza features a 3.3L 6-cylinder engine that produces 290hp of power and 23lb.-ft of torque. The Cadenza and Avalon are similar in dimensions and fair equally in the acceleration tests. But the Cadenza boasts of better braking statistics and leads the pack in terms of passenger volume with 107 cubic feet. It supports Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, something that the Avalon misses out on. On the flip side, it is the Avalon that has better driving dynamics and handling and is more fuel-efficient.

Buick LaCrosse Vs Toyota Avalon

The Buick LaCrosse gets its power from a 3.6L 6-cylinder engine that produces 310hp of power and 293lb.-ft. of torque and possesses the most powerful engine in the segment. It overshadows the Avalon with its better acceleration, braking capabilities, and its 8-speed automatic transmission makes driving fun.

However, it lags behind Avalon with its lesser passenger volume and cargo volume at 100 and 15 cubic feet respectively as compared to Avalon’s 103.6 and 16.0 cubic feet. The Avalon also performs marginally better when it comes to fuel efficiency with a combined mileage of 24 MPG.

Dodge Charger Vs Toyota Avalon

The Dodge Charger is one of the strongest cars in the class. With more power and incredible drivability, the Dodge charges on the competition with ferocity. It is a more muscular car where the Avalon brings comfort and drivability to the table. The competitive edge that the new Dodge Charger has over all other cars in the segment is its lower price and larger dimensions.

Final Verdict


The 2017 Toyota Avalon is the embodiment of comfortable driving and predictability. Toyota didn’t alter its winning recipe and focused on moreover presentation. The Avalon’s cabin is a better place to be in than any of the competitors. But its $33000 price tag might vex some buyers.