| Vehicle | |
|---|---|
| Model year | 2011 |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Avalon |
| Style | Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A) |
| Base MSRP | $35,485 |
| Options on test vehicle | Navigation and Premium Audio ($1,450 -- includes voice-activated touchscreen DVD navigation system with integrated back-up camera, JBL Synthesis AM/FM four-disc CD changer with MP3/WMA playback capability, 660 watts, 12 speakers including subwoofer, XM Satellite Radio with NavTraffic and 90-day trial subscription, auxiliary audio jack, USB port with iPod connectivity, hands-free phone capability, music streaming via Bluetooth wireless technology); Carpet Floor Mats/Trunk Mat ($199). |
| As-tested MSRP | $37,884 |
| Drivetrain | |
|---|---|
| Drive type | Front-wheel Drive |
| Engine type | V6 |
| Displacement (cc/cu-in) | 3,456cc (211 cu-in) |
| Block/head material | Aluminum |
| Valvetrain | Double overhead camshaft |
| Compression ratio (x:1) | 10.8 |
| Redline (rpm) | 6,500 |
| Horsepower (hp @ rpm) | 268 @ 6,200 |
| Torque (lb-ft @ rpm) | 248 @ 4,700 |
| Fuel type | Regular unleaded |
| Transmission type | Six-speed automatic |
| Transmission and axle ratios (x:1) | I: 3.300; II: 1.900; III: 1.420; IV: 1.000; V: 0.713; VI: 0.608; R: 4.148 |
| Chassis | |
|---|---|
| Suspension, front | MacPherson strut |
| Suspension, rear | MacPherson strut |
| Steering type | Speed-proportional power steering |
| Steering ratio (x:1) | 16.1:1 |
| Tire brand | Bridgestone |
| Tire model | Turanza |
| Tire type | All-season front and rear |
| Tire size, front | P215/55 R17 |
| Tire size, rear | P215/55 R17 |
| Wheel size | 17-by-7 inches front and rear |
| Wheel material | Alloy |
| Brakes, front | Ventilated disc |
| Brakes, rear | Disc |
| Track Test Results | |
|---|---|
| Acceleration, 0-30 mph (sec.) | 2.8 |
| 0-45 mph (sec.) | 4.7 |
| 0-60 mph (sec.) | 6.8 |
| 0-75 mph (sec.) | 9.7 |
| 1/4-mile (sec. @ mph) | 14.9 @ 95.1 |
| 0-60 with 1 foot of rollout (sec.) | 6.5 |
| Braking, 30-0 mph (ft.) | 33 |
| 60-0 mph (ft.) | 129 |
| Slalom, 6 x 100 ft. (mph) | 57.9 |
| Skid pad, 200-ft. diameter (lateral g) | 0.75 |
| Sound level @ idle (dB) | 41.8 |
| @ Full throttle (dB) | 72.5 |
| @ 70 mph cruise (dB) | 66.5 |
| Test Driver Ratings & Comments | |
|---|---|
| Acceleration comments | No drama with traction control on and barely more with traction control off. Some torque steer at wide-open throttle, but not terrible. Shifts are very smooth and just shy of redline. |
| Braking rating | Average |
| Braking comments | Squishy long-travel pedal, average distances and adequate fade resistance. Moderate dive but quiet ABS and straight stops all. |
| Handling rating | Below Average |
| Handling comments | Skid pad: First Toyota/Lexus that does not beep a warning just before (non-defeat) ESP begins correcting for you. ESP uses both throttle and minimal brake pulses to keep limits below the point at which squealing tires are allowed to protest. Slalom: Silly test for this car...squishy suspension, slow, highly isolated steering and reluctance to change direction all watched over by ESP that punishes abruptly if you push it. |
| Testing Conditions | |
|---|---|
| Test date | 5/25/2010 |
| Elevation (ft.) | 1,121 |
| Temperature (°F) | 58.7 |
| Relative humidity (%) | 52.9 |
| Wind (mph, direction) | 2.5 |
| Fuel Consumption | |
|---|---|
| EPA fuel economy (mpg) | 20 city/29 highway/23 combined |
| Edmunds observed (mpg) | 22 |
| Fuel tank capacity (U.S. gal.) | 18.5 |
| Dimensions & Capacities | |
|---|---|
| Curb weight, mfr. claim (lbs.) | 3,616 |
| Curb weight, as tested (lbs.) | 3,597 |
| Weight distribution, as tested, f/r (%) | 61/39 |
| Length (in.) | 197.6 |
| Width (in.) | 72.8 |
| Height (in.) | 58.5 |
| Wheelbase (in.) | 111.0 |
| Track, front (in.) | 62.2 |
| Track, rear (in.) | 61.6 |
| Turning circle (ft.) | 36.9 |
| Legroom, front (in.) | 41.3 |
| Legroom, rear (in.) | 40.9 |
| Headroom, front (in.) | 38.9 |
| Headroom, rear (in.) | 37.5 |
| Shoulder room, front (in.) | 59.4 |
| Shoulder room, rear (in.) | 58.2 |
| Seating capacity | 5 |
| Cargo volume (cu-ft) | 14.4 |
| Max. cargo volume, seats folded (cu-ft) | 14.4 |
| Warranty | |
|---|---|
| Bumper-to-bumper | 3 years/36,000 miles |
| Powertrain | 5 years/60,000 miles |
| Corrosion | 5 years/Unlimited miles |
| Free scheduled maintenance | 2 years/25,000 miles |
| Safety | |
|---|---|
| Front airbags | Standard |
| Side airbags | Dual front |
| Head airbags | Front and rear |
| Knee airbags | Driver only |
| Antilock brakes | Four-wheel ABS |
| Electronic brake enhancements | Braking assist, electronic brakeforce distribution |
| Traction control | Traction control |
| Stability control | Stability control |
| Tire-pressure monitoring system | Tire-pressure monitoring |
| NHTSA crash test, driver | Not tested |
| NHTSA crash test, passenger | Not tested |
| NHTSA crash test, side front | Not tested |
| NHTSA crash test, side rear | Not tested |
| NHTSA rollover resistance | Not tested |
| IIHS offset | Good |
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