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The Avalon is yet another all-new model that tries to inject excitement into the large sedan market before it slowly withers an dies.
From what we understand, the new Avalon was designed by the team in Californa, the same one that supposedly made the Lexus LF-1 crossover concept. Do they look alike? We don't think so. The two distinct body kits we see on the Avalon more closely resemble those of a JDM-only Toyota sedan, the Crown/Crown Athlete.
The Avalon gets a boost of sporty character thanks to a grille that dominates almost the entire front end of the car. While being longer, lower and wider certainly improves its appearance, the flagship Toyota sedan doesn't match the Camry. To be more specific, it measures 196in (4,978mm) long, 72.8in (1,849mm) wide, 56.5in (1,435mm) tall, with a 113in (2,870mm) long wheelbase.
The two engines powering this car are pretty much the same as before. There's a 3.5-liter V6 making 301-hp and
267lb-ft (362Nm) of torque that's hooked up to an 8-speed automatic. Alternatively, you can get the Avalon Hybrid with a 2.5-liter and 650-volt motor linked to a CVT and offering a combined 203-hp and 184lb-ft (249Nm) of torque.
But you probably care more about how safe this thing is then how fast it drives. The Avalon gets Toyota's latest Safety Sense P suite, including re-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection, Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control, Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist, and Automatic High Beams.
The interior is pretty conventional looking. The infotainment system has grown in size to 10 inches and moved to the top of the dash, which now sits a little higher. They've added some bulky-looking leather seats with integrated headrests too.
Among the tech highlights, we'd mention the fact that it comes with a Wi-Fi hotspot, wireless phone charging, and an optional JBL 7.1-channel system.
The Avalon gets a boost of sporty character thanks to a grille that dominates almost the entire front end of the car. While being longer, lower and wider certainly improves its appearance, the flagship Toyota sedan doesn't match the Camry. To be more specific, it measures 196in (4,978mm) long, 72.8in (1,849mm) wide, 56.5in (1,435mm) tall, with a 113in (2,870mm) long wheelbase.
The two engines powering this car are pretty much the same as before. There's a 3.5-liter V6 making 301-hp and
267lb-ft (362Nm) of torque that's hooked up to an 8-speed automatic. Alternatively, you can get the Avalon Hybrid with a 2.5-liter and 650-volt motor linked to a CVT and offering a combined 203-hp and 184lb-ft (249Nm) of torque.
But you probably care more about how safe this thing is then how fast it drives. The Avalon gets Toyota's latest Safety Sense P suite, including re-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection, Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control, Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist, and Automatic High Beams.
The interior is pretty conventional looking. The infotainment system has grown in size to 10 inches and moved to the top of the dash, which now sits a little higher. They've added some bulky-looking leather seats with integrated headrests too.
Among the tech highlights, we'd mention the fact that it comes with a Wi-Fi hotspot, wireless phone charging, and an optional JBL 7.1-channel system.
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