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2021 Toyota Avalon XLE
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Certified 2021 Toyota Avalon XLE

XLE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 8A)

$22,500
Est. $305/mo
$3,457 Below market
RMV: $25,957
Price Drop, $400
Earlier Price: $22,900 (25 Nov 2024)
Mileage 51,781 mi.
Store Transfer
3 Owner
194 Days in market
BLACK
Sedan
V6
Automatic
Toyota of the Desert
Cathedral City, CA
4.0
(Based 1317 Review)
(760) 96*****
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2019 Toyota Avalon XLE
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2019 Toyota Avalon XLE

XLE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 8A)

$16,208
Est. $220/mo
$4,545 Below market
RMV: $20,753
Mileage 93,627 mi.
Store Transfer
2 Accident, 3 Owner
84 Days in market
WHITE
Sedan
V6
Automatic
Fast and Furious Auto Sales
NJ,  0
4.0
(Based 603 Review)
(973) 791*****
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2021 Toyota Avalon XLE
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2021 Toyota Avalon XLE

XLE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 8A)

$19,466
Est. $264/mo
$2,911 Below market
RMV: $22,377
Price Drop, $500
Earlier Price: $19,966 (22 Nov 2024)
Mileage 103,258 mi.
Store Transfer
1 Accident, 2 Owner
65 Days in market
SILVER
Sedan
V6
Automatic
Pigg Enterprises, Inc.
Prattville, AL
4.0
(Based 258 Review)
(334) 49*****
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2021 Toyota Avalon XLE

XLE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 8A)

$20,499
Est. $278/mo
$2,815 Below market
RMV: $23,314
Price Drop, $500
Earlier Price: $20,999 (26 Nov 2024)
Mileage 62,897 mi.
Store Transfer
1 Accident, 2 Owner
111 Days in market
Sedan
V6
Automatic
Florida Fine Cars Margate
Margate, FL
4.0
(Based 3414 Review)
(954) 90*****
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2019 Toyota Avalon XLE

XLE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 8A)

$20,795
Est. $282/mo
$3,749 Below market
RMV: $24,544
Price Rise, $100
Earlier Price: $20,695 (26 Nov 2024)
Mileage 44,977 mi.
Store Transfer
3 Owner
106 Days in market
BLACK
Sedan
V6
Automatic
Eagle Kia of Riverhead
Riverhead, NY
3.0
(Based 30 Review)
(888) 47*****
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2021 Toyota Avalon XLE

XLE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 8A)

$27,399
Est. $371/mo
$2,228 Below market
RMV: $29,627
Price Drop, $2,501
Earlier Price: $29,900 (24 Nov 2024)
Mileage 20,661 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
114 Days in market
Sedan
V6
Automatic
Grand INFINITI of Macon
Macon, GA
4.0
(Based 849 Review)
(478) 20*****
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2021 Toyota Avalon XLE hybrid Sedan

XLE 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)

$27,000
Est. $366/mo
$3,041 Below market
RMV: $30,041
Price Drop, $500
Earlier Price: $27,500 (10 Nov 2024)
Mileage 36,345 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
76 Days in market
SILVER
Sedan
I4
Automatic
Preston Chevrolet
Burton, OH
4.0
(Based 1816 Review)
(440) 31*****
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Certified Pre-Owned
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Certified 2020 Toyota Avalon XLE

XLE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 8A)

$21,989
Est. $298/mo
$2,871 Below market
RMV: $24,860
Price Drop, $3,111
Earlier Price: $25,100 (6 Nov 2024)
Mileage 71,542 mi.
Store Transfer
1 Owner
93 Days in market
BLACK
Sedan
V6
Automatic
Bubba Oustalet Ford Lincoln & Toyota
Jennings, LA
4.0
(Based 113 Review)
(337) 82*****
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2021 Toyota Avalon XLE hybrid Sedan

XLE 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)

$28,500
Est. $386/mo
$1,830 Below market
RMV: $30,330
Price Drop, $500
Earlier Price: $29,000 (20 Nov 2024)
Mileage 25,451 mi.
Store Transfer
1 Owner
153 Days in market
RED
Sedan
I4
Automatic
Infiniti Palm Springs
Cathedral City, CA
4.0
(Based 110 Review)
(844) 25*****
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2020 Toyota Avalon XLE

XLE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 8A)

$23,294
Est. $316/mo
$2,511 Below market
RMV: $25,805
Price Drop, $190
Earlier Price: $23,484 (22 Nov 2024)
Mileage 46,730 mi.
Store Transfer
2 Accident, 1 Owner
44 Days in market
GRAY
Sedan
V6
Automatic
Germain Kia
Columbus, OH
4.0
(Based 437 Review)
(614) 61*****
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2019 Toyota Avalon XLE hybrid Sedan

XLE 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)

$17,995
Est. $244/mo
$2,370 Below market
RMV: $20,365
Mileage 126,026 mi.
Store Transfer
1 Owner
48 Days in market
SILVER
Sedan
I4
Automatic
All Wheels Driven
Wellsboro, PA
4.0
(Based 74 Review)
(570) 72*****
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2019 Toyota Avalon XLE

XLE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 8A)

$21,995
Est. $298/mo
$1,809 Below market
RMV: $23,804
Price Drop, $831
Earlier Price: $22,826 (22 Nov 2024)
Mileage 62,517 mi.
Store Transfer
1 Owner
56 Days in market
WHITE
Sedan
V6
Automatic
Billy Wood Honda
El Dorado, AR
4.0
(Based 173 Review)
(870) 22*****
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2021 Toyota Avalon XLE

XLE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 8A)

$24,725
Est. $335/mo
$1,769 Below market
RMV: $26,494
Price Drop, $5
Earlier Price: $24,730 (24 Nov 2024)
Mileage 51,359 mi.
Store Transfer
1 Owner
21 Days in market
Sedan
V6
Automatic
BMW of the Main Line
Bala Cynwyd, PA
4.0
(Based 3694 Review)
(610) 66*****
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2020 Toyota Avalon XLE hybrid Sedan

XLE 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)

$20,779
Est. $282/mo
$1,846 Below market
RMV: $22,625
Price Drop, $200
Earlier Price: $20,979 (22 Nov 2024)
Mileage 103,869 mi.
Store Transfer
1 Owner
142 Days in market
WHITE
Sedan
I4
Automatic
Albany Toyota
Albany, OR
4.0
(Based 450 Review)
(541) 92*****
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Certified Pre-Owned
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Certified 2021 Toyota Avalon XLE

XLE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 8A)

$25,195
Est. $342/mo
$1,511 Below market
RMV: $26,706
Price Drop, $242
Earlier Price: $25,437 (26 Nov 2024)
Mileage 48,120 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 1 Owner
48 Days in market
BLACK
Sedan
V6
Automatic
Family Toyota of Arlington
Arlington, TX
4.0
(Based 10089 Review)
(817) 50*****
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2019 Toyota Avalon XLE hybrid Sedan

XLE 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)

$17,995
Est. $244/mo
$1,749 Below market
RMV: $19,744
Mileage 124,184 mi.
Store Transfer
2 Owner
2 Days in market
BLACK
Sedan
I4
Automatic
Best Cars R Us LLC
Irvington, NJ
4.0
(Based 105 Review)
(201) 42*****
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2019 Toyota Avalon XLE

XLE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 8A)

$25,788
Est. $350/mo
$1,496 Below market
RMV: $27,284
Price Drop, $1,200
Earlier Price: $26,988 (24 Nov 2024)
Mileage 22,670 mi.
Store Transfer
1 Owner
7 Days in market
WHITE
Sedan
V6
Automatic
Germain Lexus of Naples
Naples, FL
4.0
(Based 2045 Review)
(239) 59*****
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2019 Toyota Avalon XLE

XLE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 8A)

$23,626
Est. $320/mo
$1,609 Below market
RMV: $25,235
Price Drop, $370
Earlier Price: $23,996 (25 Nov 2024)
Mileage 48,469 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 3 Owner
49 Days in market
WHITE
Sedan
V6
Automatic
True Buy Automotive
Winston Salem, NC
4.0
(Based 400 Review)
(336) 65*****
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2019 Toyota Avalon XLE hybrid Sedan

XLE 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)

$25,995
Est. $352/mo
$1,471 Below market
RMV: $27,466
Mileage 30,594 mi.
Store Transfer
1 Owner
19 Days in market
GRAY
Sedan
I4
Automatic
Romano Toyota
East Syracuse, NY
4.0
(Based 1055 Review)
(315) 44*****
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2019 Toyota Avalon XLE

XLE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 8A)

$22,499
Est. $305/mo
$1,579 Below market
RMV: $24,078
Price Rise, $500
Earlier Price: $21,999 (20 Nov 2024)
Mileage 60,595 mi.
Store Transfer
2 Owner
141 Days in market
BROWN
Sedan
V6
Automatic
Hampstead Preowned Auto Sales
Hampstead, MD
4.0
(Based 4058 Review)
(410) 23*****
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Certified Pre-Owned
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Certified 2020 Toyota Avalon XLE hybrid Sedan

XLE 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)

$25,393
Est. $344/mo
$1,179 Below market
RMV: $26,572
Price Drop, $445
Earlier Price: $25,838 (21 Nov 2024)
Mileage 50,714 mi.
Store Transfer
2 Owner
76 Days in market
RED
Sedan
I4
Automatic
Koons Falls Church Ford
Falls Church, VA
4.0
(Based 4138 Review)
(571) 51*****
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2021 Toyota Avalon XLE

XLE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 8A)

$28,000
Est. $380/mo
$854 Below market
RMV: $28,854
Mileage 26,501 mi.
Store Transfer
1 Owner
3 Days in market
RED
Sedan
V6
Automatic
Little Rock Jaguar Land Rover Volkswagen
Little Rock, AR
4.0
(Based 930 Review)
(501) 42*****
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2019 Toyota Avalon XLE

XLE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 8A)

$25,999
Est. $352/mo
$1,482 Below market
RMV: $27,481
Mileage 31,750 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
5 Days in market
RED
Sedan
V6
Automatic
South Pointe Honda
Tulsa, OK
4.0
(Based 4872 Review)
(918) 49*****
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2019 Toyota Avalon XLE

XLE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 8A)

$25,639
Est. $348/mo
$1,425 Below market
RMV: $27,064
Price Drop, $275
Earlier Price: $25,914 (26 Nov 2024)
Mileage 19,531 mi.
Store Transfer
1 Accident, 3 Owner
100 Days in market
SILVER
Sedan
V6
Automatic
Hershey Motors
Parkesburg, PA
4.0
(Based 147 Review)
(610) 85*****
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About 2020 Toyota Avalon


3.8

Overall Rating

The 2020 Toyota Avalon competes with the likes of the Nissan Maxima, Chrysler 300 and the BMW 3 Series sedan.

For 2020, Toyota is carrying forward with little changes over the previous year's model, owing to the positive feedback Toyota received for the same. That means the prices for the 2020 Avalon remain similar to the 2019 version and that is good news for prospective buyers. Talking of specs, you do get the same 3.5L Naturally Aspirated V6 Motor under the hood of the Avalon, which is good for 310 horses and 267 lbs.-ft. of torque. Equipment-wise, you get a long list of driver aids as standard in the Avalon and all the other bells and whistles, that you would expect from a car at this price. 

As far as the rivals go, the 2020 Toyota Avalon competes with the likes of the Nissan Maxima, Chrysler 300 and the BMW 3 Series sedan. Speaking of trims, you have 4- XLE, XSE, Limited and Touring on offer and prices start from $35,650 and go over $42,350 for the top of the line Touring trim.

 

With the XSE trim, consumers will have the best blend of features and cost-effectiveness from the Avalon range. You get premium features like powered and heated mirrors, 19” Alloys, auto-dimming rear-view mirrors as standard with the Avalon and a decently loaded 9” touchscreen infotainment system.

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2021 Toyota Avalon XLE

XLE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 8A)

$22,668
Est. $307/mo
$1,125 Below market
RMV: $23,793
Price Drop, $1,326
Earlier Price: $23,994 (12 Nov 2024)
Mileage 83,255 mi.
Store Transfer
1 Owner
98 Days in market
GRAY
Sedan
V6
Automatic
Shelbyville Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM
Shelbyville, KY
4.0
(Based 661 Review)

Vehicle History

  • No accident or damage reported to Carindigo
  • 1st owner drove an estimated 26,083 miles/year
  • 1st owner purchased on 04/14/21 and owned in RI until 03/15/24
  • Last serviced at 51,666 miles in Louisville, KY on 04/07/23
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(502) 31*****
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2019 Toyota Avalon XLE

XLE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 8A)

$24,900
Est. $338/mo
$1,022 Below market
RMV: $25,922
Mileage 37,047 mi.
Store Transfer
1 Owner
23 Days in market
Sedan
V6
Automatic
NY Auto Depot
NJ,  0
4.0
(Based 41 Review)
(631) 529*****
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Certified Pre-Owned
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Certified 2020 Toyota Avalon XLE hybrid Sedan

XLE 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)

$27,994
Est. $380/mo
$1,217 Below market
RMV: $29,211
Price Drop, $719
Earlier Price: $28,713 (13 Nov 2024)
Mileage 36,054 mi.
Store Transfer
1 Owner
105 Days in market
WHITE
Sedan
I4
Automatic
Helena Motors
Helena, MT
4.0
(Based 393 Review)
(406) 44*****
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2021 Toyota Avalon XLE

XLE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 8A)

$21,988
Est. $298/mo
$356 Below market
RMV: $22,344
Price Drop, $2,500
Earlier Price: $24,488 (2 Oct 2024)
Mileage 85,230 mi.
Store Transfer
1 Owner
166 Days in market
SILVER
Sedan
V6
Automatic
Charlie's Used Cars
Huntsville, TX
4.0
(Based 122 Review)
(936) 29*****
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2019 Toyota Avalon XLE

XLE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 8A)

$24,749
Est. $336/mo
$1,083 Below market
RMV: $25,832
Price Drop, $250
Earlier Price: $24,999 (22 Nov 2024)
Mileage 44,509 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 1 Owner
65 Days in market
WHITE
Sedan
V6
Automatic
Apple Chevrolet Northfield
Northfield, MN
4.0
(Based 791 Review)
(507) 27*****
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2020 Toyota Avalon XLE

XLE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 8A)

$26,985
Est. $366/mo
$1,656 Below market
RMV: $28,641
Price Drop, $991
Earlier Price: $27,976 (16 Nov 2024)
Mileage 35,980 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
64 Days in market
SILVER
Sedan
V6
Automatic
Access Ford
Corpus Christi, TX
4.0
(Based 781 Review)
(361) 79*****
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2020 Toyota Avalon Review


Pros

  • Long list of standard driver aids
  • Superb ride quality
  • Excellent noise insulation
  • Motor strikes a good balance between MPG figures and performance

Cons

  • Still no Android Auto
  • No AWD, even as an option

The 2020 Toyota Avalon competes with the likes of the Nissan Maxima, Chrysler 300 and the BMW 3 Series sedan.

Overview


For 2020, Toyota is carrying forward with little changes over the previous year's model, owing to the positive feedback Toyota received for the same. That means the prices for the 2020 Avalon remain similar to the 2019 version and that is good news for prospective buyers. Talking of specs, you do get the same 3.5L Naturally Aspirated V6 Motor under the hood of the Avalon, which is good for 310 horses and 267 lbs.-ft. of torque. Equipment-wise, you get a long list of driver aids as standard in the Avalon and all the other bells and whistles, that you would expect from a car at this price. 

As far as the rivals go, the 2020 Toyota Avalon competes with the likes of the Nissan Maxima, Chrysler 300 and the BMW 3 Series sedan. Speaking of trims, you have 4- XLE, XSE, Limited and Touring on offer and prices start from $35,650 and go over $42,350 for the top of the line Touring trim.

 

Pricing and Features
8.0/10


The new Avalon comes in 3 trims, the entry-level XLE, XSE, Limited and the top of the line Touring trim with the prices ranging from $35,800 to $42,500. All trims are powered by a 3.5 liter V6 that comes paired to an 8-speed automatic transmission. The 4 trims- XLE, XSE, and Limited, come with 3 driving modes while there is an extra Sport S+ mode in the Touring trim.

Model

XLE

XSE

Limited

Touring

MSRP (FWD)

$ 35,875

$ 38,375

$ 42,175

$ 42,575

Key Features

Washer-linked variable intermittent windshield wipers

Adds/Upgrades from “XLE”

Adds/Upgrades from “XSE”

Adds/upgrades from “Limited”

 

LED reflector headlights and LED Daytime Running Lights with auto on/off feature

LED reflector headlights with smoked chrome bezels and on/off feature and LED Daytime Running Lights with auto on/off feature

LED headlights with smoked chrome bezels and on/off feature and LED Daytime Running Lights with auto on/off feature and laser-ablation design with dynamic auxiliary turn signals

Heated tilt/telescopic premium leather steering wheel with memory function, Multi-Information Display, paddle shifters, audio, Bluetooth hands-free phone and voice-command controls

 

Color-keyed heated power outside mirrors with turn signal and blind spot warning indicators

Piano-black heated power outside mirrors with turn signal and blind spot warning indicators

Color-keyed heated power outside mirrors with turn signal and blind spot warning indicators, memory features and driver's-side auto-dimming feature

Piano-black heated power outside mirrors with turn signal and blind spot warning indicators, memory features and driver's-side auto-dimming feature

 

Dual zone automatic climate control with air filter and rear-seat vents

Power Tilt/Slide Moonroof with Sliding Sunshade

10” Color HUD with Customizable Settings

Active Noise Control

 

17-in. silver-painted alloy wheels

19-in. black-painted machined-finish alloy wheels

18-in. super-chrome alloy wheels

19-in. black-painted machined-finish alloy wheels

 

9” Touchscreen Infotainment System with Apple Car Play and Amazon Alexa

Frameless auto-dimming rearview mirror and HomeLink universal transceiver

1200W JBL 14 Speaker Audio System with Sub-Woofer with Dynamic Navigation

SofTex trimmed seats with perforation and Ultrasuede heated and ventilated front seats with 8-way adjustable front Passenger Seats

Which trim do we recommend?

With the XSE trim, consumers will have the best blend of features and cost-effectiveness from the Avalon range. You get premium features like powered and heated mirrors, 19” alloys, auto-dimming rear-view mirrors as standard with the Avalon and a decently loaded 9” touchscreen infotainment system.

Engine and Performance
7.5/10


All trims of the 2020 Avalon are powered by the 3.5 liter V6, which produces a class-leading 301 hp and maximum torque of 267 lbs.-ft. at 4700 rpm. The engine is quite silent and fuel-efficient and performs the way it is supposed to be. It has good refinement levels and the engine feels at home while doing city speeds. Toyota has decided to go with an 8-speed automatic transmission and front-wheel drive for all trims.

The gear shifts are fairly smooth and the transmission will not give you room for any excuse. The engine feels eager to overtake out on the Motorway and the 8-speed automatic is quick enough to respond to the Driver’s demands.

Models

Toyota Avalon XLE

Nissan Maxima SV*

Chrysler 300 S*

BMW 330i*

MRSP

$ 35,800

$ 36,060

$ 36, 395

$41,245

Engine

3.5 L Naturally Aspirated V6

3.5 L Naturally Aspirated V6

3.6L Naturally Aspirated V6

2.0L Turbocharged Inline-4

Drivetrain FWD FWD RWD RWD

Transmission

8-Speed Automatic

CVT

8-Speed Automatic

8-Speed Automatic

Power (hp @ rpm)

301@6,600

300@6,400

300 @6,350

255@5,000

Torque (lb-ft @ rpm)

267@47,00

261@4,400

264@4,800

295@1,550

Speaking of rivals, the Avalon is the most powerful of the lot and beats both the Maxima and the Chrysler by the power of a single pony. The Bimmer is the least powerful of the lot here but makes up with the best torque figures here.

How fast is it?

Apart from the new sporty look, the new Toyota Avalon also comes with a more powerful engine than the 2018 version that results in faster acceleration. It has a 0-60 mph timing of 6 seconds, which is pretty impressive for a family sedan. That means, overtaking other cars in the city won't be a headache and you can zip past the traffic lights in no time at all.

Out on the motorways, you have enough grunt to reach 3 digit figures and you can easily maintain cruising speeds with no hassles. There is enough power to overtake other cars on the motorway or in the city. However, if spirited driving is what you're after, the Avalon may not exactly suit the bill that well.

Models

Toyota Avalon XLE

Nissan Maxima SV*

Chrysler 300 S*

BMW 330i*

0-60 MPH (sec)

6

5.7

5.3

5.8

Quarter Mile (sec)

14.6

14.3

13.8

14.7

Top Speed (MPH) 130 145 155 131

Engine

3.5 L Naturally Aspirated V6

3.5 L Naturally Aspirated V6

3.6L Naturally Aspirated V6

2.0L Turbocharged Inline-4

Emission (Tons/Year of CO2 Emissions @ 15kMi/Year)

6.7

7.4

7.6

N/A

Despite having the most powerful engine of the lot, the Avalon is slowest in terms of acceleration figures, albeit by a very small margin. All the other sedans here manage to do the 60MPH runs in under 6 seconds, with the Chrysler doing the quarter-mile in under 14 seconds.

How well does it stop?

The Avalon is a confident performer as far as braking goes. The pedals offer decent feel and feedback on the operation and don’t feel squishy or spongy at an occasion. The Avalon manages to remain stable under heavy braking but showcases noticeable nosedive.

Models

Toyota Avalon XLE

Nissan Maxima SV*

Chrysler 300 S*

BMW 330i*

Brake Rotors Front (in)

12

12.6

12.6

12.3

Brake Rotors Rear (in)

11.1

12.1

12.6

11.4

Curb Weight (lbs)

3560

3564

4013

3411

60-0 MPH (ft)

115

120

109

113

The Chrysler again surprises with its braking performance as it’s the quickest to stop from 60MPH. The Bimmer stays true to its dynamics by being the next best here, followed by Toyota and the Nissan respectively.

How well does it handle?

The 2020 Avalon is an absolute joy to ride, courtesy of the New TNGA architecture that Toyota has employed in the Avalon. The steering is extremely responsive and taking sharp turns are easy. It also feels fairly grippy, thanks to its improved aerodynamics and the new rear spoiler which adds to its sportier look. The brakes are also very responsive and make you feel safe. The suspension absorbs the worst that the road has to throw at the Avalon with authority. The road noise is well contained and you do feel that the sedan remains plated and composed, even at high speeds.

The Eco mode is specifically built for fuel efficiency that maintains a good balance between power and performance. If you are taking your Avalon on a long drive, switch to the Sports mode and you will instantly feel the extra power. There’s also the Sport S+ mode that’s exclusive to the Touring trim enhances the engine performance to max while also adjusting the suspension to match the engine’s performance. The effortless transmission of the 8-speed automatic gearbox along with the new suspension system only adds to the experience.

Fuel Economy
8.0/10


With the rising fuel costs and rapidly depleting resources, customers are now focused on MPG figures more than ever before. Thankfully, the 2020 Toyota Avalon, doesn’t disappoint in this respect as it manages to return a healthy 26MPG overall, courtesy of a lightweight chassis and an efficient motor. Out on the highway, the Avalon manages an amazing 32MPG and on the city, you can expect around 22 MPG. The 14.5-gallon fuel tank, however, reduces the overall driving range when compared to the Avalon’s rivals.

Models

Toyota Avalon XLE

Nissan Maxima SV*

Chrysler 300 S*

BMW 330i*

MPG (City)

22

20

19

26

MPG (Highway)

32

30

30

36

MPG (Combined)

26

24

23

30

Fuel Capacity (Gallons)

14.5

18

18.5

15.6

Range (City/Hwy/Combined) (mi)

319/464/377

360/540/432

352/555/425

406/562/468

The Bimmer manages to score big on the MPG front as it manages to make good use of its Turbocharged motor. It offers the best MPG figures in this comparison and is followed by the Toyota, Nissan and the Chrysler respectively.

Interior
7.5/10


Toyota has made quite a few changes with the interiors as well. The all-black interiors look premium. There is also the optional dual-tone interiors comprising of black and brown, which looks equally good. The dashboard is minimal and uninterpreted.

The infotainment console dominates the central part of the cabin. It is raised and closer to the eye level so that the driver can easily look at the console if needed without completely taking his eyes off the road. Infotainment and driving controls are also mounted on the steering wheel for the convenience of the driver.

Models

Toyota Avalon XLE

Nissan Maxima SV*

Chrysler 300 S*

BMW 330i*

Seating Capacity

5

5

5

5

Front Row (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (in)

37.4/57.8/42.1

39.4/56.7/45.0

38.6/59.5/41.8

38.7/56.0/42.0

Rear Row (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (in)

37.5/57.1/40.3

36.7/56.7/34.2

37.9/57.7/40.1

37.6/56.0/35.2

There is also no shortage of storing options. Apart from the standard glove box, there is another additional space underneath the driver's hand rest. The Avalon can easily fit in five passengers. The cabin is very spacious with ample head and leg space. Seats are perforated which accounts for good ventilation. Heating only makes the seats more comfortable for long rides during the winter.

What creature comforts are on offer?

Toyota's don't usually disappoint in terms of the features they offer in their vehicles. Talking about the Avalon, you surely won't be disappointed with the kind of features that you'd find in it. Here goes a list of a few notable features on offer on the inside

  • Dual Zone Auto AC with Air Filters
  • 8 Way Front Power adjust seats with 2-way power lumbar support
  • Leather-Trimmed Heated and Ventilated Front Seats
  • 60/40 Split-Folding Rear Seats
  • Heated Tilt/Telescopic Leather Wrapped Multi-Function Steering Wheel with memory Function
  • Ambient Lighting
  • 4 Door Auto Up/Down Power Windows
  • Frameless Auto-Dimming RVM with HomeLink

What's there to keep you entertained?

In terms of the Infotainment, Toyota is bundling all that you would want from a sedan of this category. The Infotainment system itself feels slick enough and responsive to touch inputs. However, it may get laggy at some points but that's not a big thing to worry about. Sunlight legibility is good as well and reading data and information from the massive touchscreen, won't be much of an issue.

One gripe that we have with the Avalon, is the lack of Android Auto connectivity, considering the considerable size of the audience that owns Android-powered devices. The other notable features on offer include

  • Qi Charging Wireless Charging Pad
  • Integrated Backup Camera with Dynamic Guidelines
  • 7” TFT MID with Customizable Settings
  • 10” Customizable HUD
  • 9” Touchscreen Infotainment System with Apple Car Play, Amazon Alexa connectivity, and Dynamic Navigation
  • 1200W JBL 14 Speaker Audio System with Sub-woofers
  • SiriusXM/HD Radio with Bluetooth and USB 2.0 Connectivity

How much cargo can it store?

The Avalon makes good use of its size and manages to offer a good 16.1 cu.ft. of storage capacity in the trunk. Inside the cabin, you have a decent amount of cubby holes that can contain a lot of your stuff, including phones, keys or even watches or any other nifty stuff. The 60/40 split-folding seats, manage to increase the cargo capacity of the Avalon by a decent margin as well.

Model

Toyota Avalon XLE

Nissan Maxima SV*

Chrysler 300 S*

BMW 330i*

Cargo Capacity (ft3)

16.1

14.3

16.3

17

Comparing the Avalon to its rivals and you'll find that the massive proportions of the Toyota, give it a heads-up in the cargo space department. Surprisingly, the Bimmer offers a similar amount of storage space on offer as the Avalon. The Maxima, contrary to its name, offers the least amount of space in the cargo area but rewards with a spacious interior for passengers.

Exterior
6.5/10


The bold new front grille, which comes in chrome parallel lines or black interweaved patterns along with the large faux air intakes are the ones that define the look of the new Avalon. Redesigned bumpers and spoilers make it more aerodynamic.

The new Avalon is longer and wider than the 2018 version and looks quite large than it actually is. The dimension and weight are on par with the other cars in the segment.

Model

Toyota Avalon XLE

Nissan Maxima SV*

Chrysler 300 S*

BMW 330i*

Curb Weight (lbs)

3560

3552

4013

3582

Length (in)

195.9

192.8

198.6

185.7

Width (in)

72.8

73.2

75

71.9

Height (in)

56.5

56.5

58.5

56.8

Ground Clearance (in)

5.3

5.3

5.3

5.7

Wheelbase (in)

113

115

120.2

103

What are the Exterior highlights?

The 2020 addition has quite a few additions that distinguish it from its predecessor and they are quite impressive.

  • LED reflector headlights
  • LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL) with auto on/off feature.
  • LED taillights.
  • Front chrome grille surrounds with dark gray insert.
  • Color-keyed heated power outside mirrors with turn signal and blind-spot warning indicators.
  • Aerodynamic front tangential venting.
  • Power tilt/slide moonroof with sliding sunshade.
  • Painted alloy wheels.
  • Washer-linked variable intermittent windshield wipers.
  • Acoustic noise-reducing windshield and driver and front passenger side windows.
  • High Solar Energy-Absorbing (HSEA) glass.
  • Dual exhaust with quad chrome tips.

Safety
8.0/10


Toyota takes the safety of its cars very seriously and comes loaded with lots of active as well as passive safety features. The safety features are not trim specific and come standard across all trims.

  • Cross-traffic alert (rear)
  • Ten airbags
  • Lane departure warning activates the steering
  • 3-point seat belts for all seating positions
  • LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) includes lower anchors on outboard rear seats
  • Child-protector rear door locks and power window lockout control
  • Energy-absorbing collapsible steering column
  • Front and rear energy-absorbing crumple zones
  • Tire Pressure Monitor
  • Collision warning system activates at low speed
  • Electronic traction control
  • Electronic brake distribution
  • Head-up display
  • Surround-view camera
  • Front and rear parking sensors
  • Rear cross-traffic braking

The 2020 Avalon Hybrid received a five-out-of-five overall crash test rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) gave it the highest rating of Good in all crash tests and named it a Top Safety Pick.

Competition
8.0/10


Toyota Avalon vs. Chrysler 300

Both the Avalon and the Chrysler 300 are stalwarts in the Sedan segment for a lot of reasons. With similar pricing, both of these cars have different customer bases. If you like a heavy car with raw power and speed, the Chrysler 300 is the car for you. But if you are one of those folks who like a balanced family car with great fuel efficiency and great safety, Toyota Avalon is the car for you. The Avalon feels a bit sturdier as well and it is sure to command a better resale value than the Chrysler.

Toyota Avalon vs. Nissan Maxima

It's very hard to differentiate between Avalon and Maxima. Both of these Japanese sedans offer great value for money. They are quite spacious with excellent fuel efficiency. They also offer excellent ride quality and perfectly suited for everyday commutation. However, Nissan recommends unleaded premium fuel for the maxima while you can fill up the Avalon with regular unleaded fuel. It ultimately boils down to your personal preference and both of these cars are quite remarkable.

Toyota Avalon vs. BMW 330i

The BMW 330i ranks among one of the Best Driving Cars in the World and has been a benchmark in the segment, in terms of driving manners. The Bimmer is impeccably built, offers plenty of features on the inside and comes with the legendary BMW badge on the front. The Avalon may feel a tad bit inferior in terms of driving feel but you can’t rule it out entirely. The Avalon offers mostly everything, that the Bimmer has to offer at a far lower asking price. It has a superb build as well and will be a much more reliable machine to own in the long term when compared to the Bimmer as well.

 

Final Verdict


Despite amassing big sales numbers with their cars globally, the Avalon has been able to make a mark on the minds of people, here in the US. The 2020 Avalon, still manages to capture the imagination of the masses with its superb styling, efficient and powerful motor, comfortable ride quality and Toyota build.  The cabin is very spacious which can comfortably seat 5 passengers. The 2020 Avalon, checks a lot of boxes as far as meeting the demands of the buyer of a sedan of this segment goes and hence is a no-nonsense buy. Sure, the Avalon may not drive as well as the BMW 330i but Toyota has addressed that issue as well, with the introduction of the all-new 2020 Avalon TRD, which is the first time the Avalon name gets the TRD treatment.