Segment: Large
Production years: 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018
37 Photos
The Toyota Avalon received an update in 2015 for the 2016 model year. The refreshed Avalon received a wider, lower, front grille with narrow upper design, new turn signals, new LED taillights and some chrome on the rear bumper. For the Touring trim level, Toyota installed LED headlights with DRL. No longer is it stodgy and bland like the previous generation. It's styled much nicer inside and out.
Inside, there are new color stitches, woodgrain dash ornamentation and a 7” screen for the audio system, which has been upgraded to an Entune audio with navigation and an App Suite. The spacious interior remained the same, with enough legroom for the rear passengers.
For the Hybrid version, the Avalon has three trim levels, but it doesn't receive the sporty Touring version, which adds the 18” dark painted light-alloy-wheels.
Since the Avalon shares the same platform with the Lexus ES, it is considered more like e premium product than a mass-market one. Those who'll go for the Touring trim level will receive the sport shock-absorbers, for better handling.
Under the hood, there are two engine choices. The most common is the smooth 286 hp, 3.5-liter V6. It is mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission. The other choice is the hybrid version, which is a good choice for long roads. Its total power output is 200 hp, which doesn't look too many for a 1.630 kg (3594 lbs) car, but it can get from 0 to 60 mph (97 kph) in 7.4 seconds.
TOYOTA Avalon 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018
- 3.5L V6 6AT (268 HP)
- 2.5L CVT (200 HP)
TOYOTA Avalon
3.5L V6 6AT (268 HP)
ENGINE SPECS - 3.5L V6 6AT (268 HP) | |
|---|---|
| Cylinders: | V6 |
| Displacement: | 3456 cm3 |
| Power: | 199.8 KW @ 6200 RPM 272 HP @ 6200 RPM 268 BHP @ 6200 RPM |
| Torque: | 248 lb-ft @ 4700 RPM 336 Nm @ 4700 RPM |
| Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
| Fuel: | Gasoline |
| Fuel capacity: | 17.2 gallons (65.1 L) |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
| Gearbox: | 6-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Front: | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Tire Size: | P215/55R17 |
DIMENSIONS | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 195.3 in (4961 mm) |
| Width: | 72.2 in (1834 mm) |
| Height: | 57.5 in (1461 mm) |
| Front/rear Track: | 62.6/62.2 in (1,590/1,580 mm) |
| Wheelbase: | 111 in (2819 mm) |
| Ground Clearance: | 5.5 in (140 mm) |
| Cargo Volume: | 16 cuFT (453 L) |
| Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.28 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Unladen Weight: | 3461 lbs (1570 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
|---|---|
| City: | 21 mpg US (11.2 L/100Km) |
| Highway: | 30.2 mpg US (7.8 L/100Km) |
| Combined: | 24 mpg US (9.8 L/100Km) |
TOYOTA Avalon
2.5L CVT (200 HP)
ENGINE SPECS - 2.5L CVT (200 HP) | |
|---|---|
| Cylinders: | L4 |
| Displacement: | 2494 cm3 |
| Power: | 116.2 KW @ 5700 RPM 158 HP @ 5700 RPM 156 BHP @ 5700 RPM |
| Torque: | 156 lb-ft @ 4500 RPM 212 Nm @ 4500 RPM |
| Electrical motor power: | 103.7 kw (141 hp) |
| Electrical motor torque: | 199.1 lb-ft (270 Nm) |
| Total maximum power: | 147.1 kw (200 hp) |
| Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
| Fuel: | Hybrid |
| Fuel capacity: | 17.2 gallons (65.1 L) |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
| Gearbox: | eCVT |
BRAKES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Front: | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Tire Size: | P215/55R17 |
DIMENSIONS | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 195.3 in (4961 mm) |
| Width: | 72.2 in (1834 mm) |
| Height: | 57.5 in (1461 mm) |
| Front/rear Track: | 62.6/62.2 in (1,590/1,580 mm) |
| Wheelbase: | 111 in (2819 mm) |
| Ground Clearance: | 5.5 in (140 mm) |
| Cargo Volume: | 16 cuFT (453 L) |
| Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.28 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Unladen Weight: | 3594 lbs (1630 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
|---|---|
| City: | 39.9 mpg US (5.9 L/100Km) |
| Highway: | 39.2 mpg US (6 L/100Km) |
| Combined: | 39.9 mpg US (5.9 L/100Km) |