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2016 Toyota Avalon

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2016 XLE 4dr Sedan
most popular
Price:   -  From $32,650
2016 XLE Plus 4dr Sedan Price:   -  From $34,400
2016 XLE Premium 4dr Sedan Price:   -  From $35,850
2016 Touring 4dr Sedan Price:   -  From $37,050
2016 Limited 4dr Sedan Price:   -  From $40,450

Overview

Toyota likes to refer to its Avalon as a premium midsize sedan, which really doesn't do it justice in our view. It's actually a full-size cruiser offering plenty of standard comforts and smooth, silent running.

What's New for 2016

All models wear revised front lighting and a new grille. Touring editions get specific suspension tuning, and there's a new trim level known as XLE Plus.

Toyota Avalon

Choosing Your Toyota Avalon

The front-drive Avalon is powered by a 3.5-liter V6 engine with 268 horsepower, matched to a six-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters and selectable driving modes. Ride quality and interior room are a definite notch above your typical family sedan. We continue to be impressed by the Avalon's 24 mpg in combined driving and ability to hit 60 mph in 6.5 seconds.

The Avalon is available in three XLE versions, plus top-shelf limited trim:

Toyota Avalon

XLE

Comes standard with leather upholstery, heated power front seats, a rearview camera, keyless ignition, Bluetooth phone and audio, automatic headlamps, dual-zone automatic climate control, and an eight-speaker sound system with a smartphone navigation app.

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XLE Plus

Adds a sunroof and universal garage door opener.

Toyota Avalon

XLE Premium

Gets an upgraded infotainment system with navigation, a full suite of smartphone apps, and nine audio speakers. Other extras include an auto-dimming rearview mirror, keyless entry for the rear doors, and wireless phone charging.

Toyota Avalon

XLE Touring

Like the Premium, but with a firmer suspension, driver lumbar adjustments, a distinctive grille, and standard 18-inch wheels (versus 17s on the others).

Toyota Avalon

Limited

Tops off the Avalon with a slew of premium features such as upgraded leather upholstery, ventilated front seats, heated rear seats, a hard drive-based navigation system, tri-zone automatic climate control, auto-dimming side mirrors, rain-sensing wipers, blind spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert, ambient interior lighting, a power rear sunshade, and an 11-speaker JBL premium sound system. Optional on the Limited is the Toyota Safety Sense-P system with lane keeping assist, collision mitigation with pedestrian detection, and automatic high beams.

CarsDirect Tip

The XLEs are designed to provide a lot of car for the money, and they certainly succeed in that regard. The Touring sub-trim, however, is on the pricey side, which is to be expected for what is essentially a niche vehicle. The Limited is a luxury sedan without the luxury badging, which makes it a bargain in its own right.

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Specs & Features

Highlights
Overall Crash Safety Rating
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque
3.5L V-6 / 268 HP / 248 ft.lbs.
Transmission
6-spd sequential shift control auto w/OD
Drive Type
Front-wheel
Fuel Economy - City/Highway/Combined
21 / 30 / 25 Mpg
Passenger Capacity
5
Bumper to Bumper Warranty
36 Months / 36,000 Miles
Mechanical Specs
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque
3.5L V-6 / 268 HP / 248 ft.lbs.
Drive Type
Front-wheel
Fuel Economy - City/Hwy/Combined
21 / 30 / 25 Mpg
Brakes
4-wheel Disc
Front Suspension
Strut
Rear Suspension
Independent Strut
Spare Tire And Wheel
Compact Steel
Fuel Tank
17.0 Gal.
Recommended Fuel Type
Regular Unleaded
Average Cost To Fill Tank
$65
Dimensions & Capabilities
Maximum Cargo Volume
16.0 Cu.ft.
Passenger Volume
104 Cu.ft.
Exterior Length
195.3 "
Exterior Width
72.2 "
Exterior Height
57.5 "
Front Headroom
38.5 "
Rear Headroom
37.9 "
Front Legroom
42.1 "
Rear Legroom
39.2 "
Front Shoulder Room
58.2 "
Rear Shoulder Room
57.0 "
Front Hip Room
Rear Hip Room
Curb Weight
3,505 Lbs.
Wheel Base
111 "
Turning Radius
18.7 '
Exterior Features
Door Count
4 Doors
Wheels
17.0 " Machined W/painted Accents Aluminum / 19.0 " Machined Aluminum
Paint
Clearcoat Monotone / Clearcoat Monotone With Stripe / Pearlcoat Monotone / Metallic Monotone
Exterior Mirrors
Dual Power Remote Heated
Bumpers
Body-colored
Grille Moldings
Chrome / Black
Rear Spoiler
Lip
Exhaust
Stainless Steel With Chrome Tailpipe Finish
Interior Features
Seating
Passenger Capacity
5
Seat Trim
Leather
Front Seat Type
Bucket
Heated Front Seats
Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback
Front Driver Seat Direction Controls
(8-way Power)
Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls
(4-way Power)
Front Armrests
(8-way Power)
Rear Armrests
Center With Pass-thru
Rear Seats
Bench
Radio & Infotainment
Radio
Siriusxm Am/fm/hd/satellite, Seek-scan
Speakers
8
Radio Steering Wheel Controls
Apple Car Play
Android Auto
Bluetooth w/ Hands-Free Connectivity
Convenience Features
Steering Wheel Type
Telescopic Tilt
Climate Control
Automatic Air Conditioning
Cruise Control
With Steering Wheel Controls
Sun Roof
Rearview Mirror
Day-night
One Touch Open Window
Front And Rear
Tinted Windows
Light
Vanity Mirrors
Dual Illuminated
Remote Keyless Entry
Keyfob (all Doors)
Power Outlets
3 / 4
Safety Features
Overall Crash Safety Rating
Overall Front Crash Safety Rating
Overall Side Crash Safety Rating
Not Yet Available
Rollover Crash Safety Rating
Front Impact Airbags
Driver And Passenger
Driver Side Impact Airbags
Seat Mounted
Knee Airbag
Driver And Passenger
Passenger Side Impact Airbag
Seat Mounted
Rear Side Airbag
Rear Side-impact Airbag
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Front
Anti-Lock Brakes
4-wheel Anti-lock Brakes (abs)
Forward Collision Warning
Blind Spot Sensor
Lane Departure Warning
Autonomous Cruise Control
Pedestrian Detection
Driver Attention Alert
Daytime Running Lights
Auto High Beams
Adaptive Headlights
Parking Sensors
Security Systems
Security System
Panic Alarm
Ignition Disable
Immobilizer
Warranty
Bumper To Bumper Months Miles
36 Months / 36,000 Miles
Major Components Months
60 Months / 60,000 Miles
Included Maintenance Months
24 Months / 25,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance Months
24 Months / Unlimited Miles
Corrosion Perforation
60 Months / Unlimited Miles
Accessories Months
36 Months / 36,000 Miles

Used 2016 Toyota Avalon for Sale

3 vehicles found within 100 miles of your area
Toyota
XLE Plus 4dr Sedan
Color: White
Price

$14,880

Mileage

106,061 mi

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KarGenie (42 mi)

Phone: (909) 445-0960
Toyota
Limited
Color: Magnetic Gray Metallic
Price

$15,995

Mileage

130,093 mi

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Lexus of Oxnard (34 mi)

Phone: (805) 342-1599
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XLE Premium
Price

$19,000

Mileage

51,306 mi

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Phone: (714) 741-3100

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