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on 11/30/15 18:40 PM (PST)

Tracie Sibley

2013 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

2013 Toyota Avalon

I Had a 2006 Toyota Avalon Limited!!...BEST Car Ever!!!... I should have Researched about the Body Changes on the New Avalon, because it's 3-4 Smaller interior, Rough Ride!!!...Poor Lighting for the GPs..etc!!!...I have always driven a Toyota for the last 25 yrs and Now I just got this Car & about to TRADE in for a BUICK Lacross because of the Luxury ride & Room!!!....DO NOT BUY This Car unless you Test Drive off & On for 2-3 wks!!!

on 11/17/15 04:04 AM (PST)

Ashley Fletcher

2013 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Comparison Review

I have had BMW's Mercedes, Lexus and Cadillacs and have enjoyed my Lexus and this Avalon Limited the best for ride comfort mileage and performance.

on 10/30/15 18:26 PM (PDT)

Roger Evans

2013 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Stretched Camry

Drive it a day or 2 before you buy it. Not the soft ride of the pre 2013s. A stretched Camry.Great handling, performance, gas mileage, cabin space. Decorative panels on passenger seats must be replaced as a recall. I like the power and mileage(30-31) of the v6.

on 10/01/15 16:21 PM (PDT)

Stan Sellstrom

2013 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLE Touring 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Rather drive a Buick or Volvo

The Seating comfort is AWFUL, plastic backs of front seats are broken/dealer doesn't have parts for recall, the sound system is awful, the MPG is poor, the original low profile tires are awful in rain or light snow, ride is awful, the front air dam has been replaced and repaired TWICE $1,100 AND $ 1,900 BECAUSE OF LOW CLEARANCE breakage, tire pressure monitor is inadequate plus doesn't show actual tire psi pressures, need to add air in front tires weekly but tire store can't find leaks, battery poor for wintertime, gas gage reads 3-4 gallons off, speedometer differs from digital readout by 3-4 mph, cruse control slows 4-5 mph up hills and speeds up 10-12 mph down hill, seat padding is thin and lumpy, seats don't slide back far enough for tall driver, air conditioning inadequate above 85 degrees,

on 07/19/15 12:13 PM (PDT)

J.R. McDaniel

2013 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Defective Upholstery

Front passenger upholstery detached underneath seat and would not stay attached when clipped back in place. I finally placed three paper clip clamps on the edge which have kept them in place. The back to one of the front seats detached and would not reattach. The dealership replaced both backs to the front seats as a factory defect at no cost to me. The plastic frame around the edge of the front passenger seat has now detached and will not reattach. I plan to again see if the dealer will help me on this issue. This 2013 Avalon now has a little over 18,000 miles. I shutter to think what shape these seats will be in at 180,000 miles.

on 05/20/15 15:04 PM (PDT)

ktw1958

2013 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Whine in the transmission

Since buying this car with 13K miles on it I have noticed a whine coming from the transmission. I am wondering if any other '13 Avalon owners have experienced the same? Kind of concerning since it's a relatively new car and sounds like an old one! We love the car in every aspect except that one!

on 08/22/14 12:05 PM (PDT)

bigpaulie

2013 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

So far good except

So I have 42k on the car. It has been reliable and low maintenance. The backs of both seats have fallen off. I went to Toyota and they said it is a common defect but since I drive a lot they want $800 to fix. It is clearly a poor design but Toyota doesn't respond. I bought the 120k bumper to bumper but was told after it isn't bumper to bumper and that they "have good sales people". My car is embarrassing to sit in.

on 08/05/14 12:07 PM (PDT)

larbaker

2013 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLE Touring 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Disappointing Comfort

Although this is a great car, it comes up short on one item I think most Avalon Limited buyers want and that is COMFORT.I know they are trying to reach the younger set and apparently have done so from sales figures, I believe they went too far on ride/comfort.We purchased our Avalon Feb 2013 and just had it in for 15,000 mile service. We take a 400 miletrip about once a month.On the first trip in Feb 13 I noticed at the 100 mile mark that I couldn't get comfortable in the seats - felt hard.I didn't say anything, but the next month my wife(its her car) said these seats aren't comfortable.She said the other day I want a new car - one that has comfortable seats and softer tires.

on 04/20/14 20:52 PM (PDT)

athacarguy

2013 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Solid power-train, terrible interior quality

Toyotas will run forever and hybrid design is solid.The car is quiet and the seats are great.The interior build quality is terrible however.My headliner warped in the first 4K miles, the dash creaks and pops when you hit a dump and the door panels also creak constantly.A happy customer tells four people about their experience and unhappy customer tells 10 people.The crappy part is I have to sell it at a loss to buy the ford fusion.My gut told me to go with the ford and I should have followed it.

on 04/01/14 16:00 PM (PDT)

arillo

2013 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLE Touring 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Great Car

I just leased this car this past weekend. Looked at Impala, Taurus, 300, ES350 and Toyota Avalon. Decided to get the Avalon after driving the cars. The car handles great. Did not feel like past reviews that car was too stiff or noisy on highway. I will update this if it changes. No noise on the highway. Drove 1500 miles summer trip and average over 34mpg. I think that is great gas mileage for this car. Will probably buy at end of lease.

on 11/25/13 06:55 AM (PST)

sullivan3

2013 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLE Touring 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Won over

I bought the Avalon Touring XLE model in March 2013. Initially, I was a bit disappointed in the quality of the ride. I thought there was too much road feel.This October, I drove it to Ohio and Indiana from Florida. It performed amazingly andI am now smitten with this machine.I really enjoy driving it and on a smooth road, it is terrific.I am averaging nearly 30 mpg . My driving is all at 60mph where I live . No regrets on this purchase.Update 2016 : I love this car. I looked at the new models that came out this year and I think the 2013 looks better.Update 2018: This car still impresses me. Most of my driving is at 60 mph. In a rural area with a 30 mile drive to a grocery, this is a pleasure to drive. The appearance is great and I am still getting compliments from passengers about rear legroom, comfort etc. Currently at 34000 miles on odometer. Plan to keep this for a long time.

on 11/03/13 20:37 PM (PST)

nomotoy

2013 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

F-150 and Tundra ride much better

My chiropractor suggests a different car.At 8K miles the rattles were popping up all over. This continues and dealer says it is normal.Empty car seat, controls, my flesh and my clothes shake and vibrate (sometimes violently) if the road isn't perfectly smooth.The "fuel mgmt system" allows one to drive less than 350 mi before refueling even tho there is still >100 miles fuel on board. e.g. all four displays reporting the need for fuel must be ignored and I have to go by the odometer.Dealer & Toyota say that can't be changed."Dist to empty" = 0 really means >100 miles to empty.Brake Assist feature is truly dangerous in heavy traffic.I happen to be strong enough to press my own brakes but Toyota knows better than I!

on 10/15/13 18:45 PM (PDT)

redfishfl

2013 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Good car if you have low expectations

I have been a happy Toyota customer all my adult life (now 55 and had only one non-toyota).I am very frustrated with this car.I suppose if one has low expectations, then this is the car for you..I feel like a sucker for purchasing it..I feel like I have a 'super Corolla',... not at all the car I wanted to give my wife.We purchased this car for long rides, and I only see this being acceptable for around town.Toyota has taught me a lesson I will not forget.It seems to me that Toyota has left the upscale market, and is leaving that for Lexus' territory.Seriously, I'm not being too harsh.Check it out for yourself.

on 10/04/13 05:49 AM (PDT)

yardmen

2013 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLE Premium 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

What was Toyota thinking with the the Suspension on 2013 Avalon?

I am a previous Avalon owner of two Avalon's. They were good cars. Now I own a 2013 Avalon. The ride is very harsh with bumps being transmitted into the cabin as noticeable knocks. Road noise is terrible on worn asphalts and concrete roads. The head lights cut off to soon on low beam. The seats are very hard making a long trip unpleasant. I now wish that I had not purchased this car.

on 09/24/13 16:45 PM (PDT)

gemigniani1

2013 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Premium Car Price Without Premium Ride, Quietness or Seat Comfort

2013 Avalon does not not feel like a $35,000 premium sedan. The ride is busy because even small road imperfections are felt and heard.There's no sound insulation under the carpets or in the doors so the road noise level is high like being in a Corolla. The front seat bottoms are small in size and thinly padded.So my seat bottom gets sore after only 20 miles of highway driving.The only "premium" car qualities that the 2013 Avalon has are rock solid directional stability on the highway, a smooth, quiet and responsive engine and transmission, and a fairly luxurious looking and feeling interior.

on 09/07/13 02:49 AM (PDT)

bill440

2013 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Beware of buying the 2013 Avalon Limited

I've owned this car for less than a week and have 2 problems with it, the back of the driver side seat panel broke and the headliner is falling down. The sad part of this story is that Toyota knows about these problems and kept letting dealers sell this defective car. This is not an isolated incident, check Toyota Nation to read other owners with this same issue. Toyota is finally issuing a bulletin to the dealer on these problems. The dealer will fix it under warranty but I don't feel the same, I expect a new car to be trouble free not have to be rebuilt.

on 09/02/13 15:36 PM (PDT)

lewbat

2013 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

2013 Avalon Ltd Hybrid

Had planned to purchase a Lexus 300H but found local Lexus dealers not buyer friendly.Decided to look at the Avalon as an alternative and made a purchase which I now regret.The hybrid platform performs wonderfully; power is adequate and economy is better than expected.So far with 5000 miles average MPG is 40.1 with 70pc highway at speeds 70+ MPH.My main issue with the vehicle is interior build quality/fit/finish. I have owned many cars over the years and not since the early 70's have I had a car with so many interior rattles.It is unpleasant to drive the vehicle on anything but newly paved roads.Ride quality is firm, but not unpleasant and seats are adequate for long drives.

on 08/29/13 08:26 AM (PDT)

avalonowner63

2013 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLE Touring 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Getting my 2013 Avalon Repaired

I live in Alpharetta Ga and recently purchased a 2013 Avalon Touring Edition.I'm enjoying the car. However; I'm very disappointed with the dealership for customer "No Service". I took my car in for it's 5k servicing. A clip to the back panel of my drivers seat was faulty and the panel is coming off. I was told to come back tomorrow and they would repair it.When I drove back the next day, I waited 45 minutes for them to tell me they don't have one but will in a week. They would call me.They didn't. I call again, left message with service technician to call me. He did not. Called again. Part not in until October 24. Mind you it's August 29th.

on 08/24/13 08:18 AM (PDT)

twigster

2013 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLE Touring 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Just What I Needed

This is my "highway" car.Drove to NEPA Pocono Area with my electronic drums in the trunk. The July shakedown cruise to our yearly SummerJam proved the Avalon's capability.I tend to travel fast (above the speed limit) and got almost 30 MPG while feeling safe and in control.Love the transmission and the steering and despite what MT may say about "steering feedback" I didn't find that a negative since I didn't want a "sports car" or want to "feel the road".Spent almost three weeks driving around the N.E.P.A. area roads that I grew up driving on (I live in Tampa), these are what we call "driving! roads".Again, the car made it a blast - it went everywhere like it owned the road.UPDATE 2/24/2016The Multi-media system that controls the GPS and entertainment went bad in Dec. '15 while on a short get away outside my home state. I carry a Garmin as a backup, whew. My dealership and Toyota stepped up in top shelf fashion and in a week the car was fixed, detailed and ready. The car is still performing as originally reviewed and the MPG is improving as the car breaks in. I miss not having back seats that fold down and find that the sun really plays havoc on my eyes when reflected in the chrome that trims the interior - which happens all too suddenly and frequently. Sunglasses and seat positioning are not solutions. Someone suggested flat black tape but I'm just not sure it's an aesthetic I could tolerate...unless this becomes a safety issue. As great as the interior looks the chrome could be a deal breaker for a future Avalon.

on 08/24/13 07:07 AM (PDT)

dustync

2013 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Downsized - I hate that!

Really got sucked in by the new and beautiful exterior of the 2013 Avalon.Only to find it so very uncomfortable compared to my 2011.Did not sink in until after the purchase that this car is 2" shorter than it's predecessor, with most of that coming off the rear passenger leg room,which is Critical TOYOTA!I often have my office associates with me, and they are big guys!Now they are cramped!Why would you make the flagship car.... SMALLER?If I wanted small, I would buy the Camry.And the front seat is narrower, and less comfortable.Front seat comfort of the Avalon has always been an issue; now it's much worse!(for the distance driver).

on 08/09/13 00:33 AM (PDT)

shades2

2013 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLE Touring 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

did i buy a lemon?

it was our 30th annivery i wanted too suprise my wife with something really nice i bought her the 2013 avalon tour loaded too the max with two tone leather .1st 1500 miles was great then the back of the drivers seat broke 2200 miles the passenger seat broke....2600 miles the neadliner gave way....they have fixed this but they say toyota has no cure fore the problem n so the car has 2800 miles now for that 40000 i gave for this theres no way i could have these problems all ready already been thru the chain of command and what did i get?..call us if you have any more problems.....

on 07/20/13 21:03 PM (PDT)

jpaul5

2013 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Great Car but...

2013 Avalon Limited with every option. I really enjoy my Avalon. I would put it at 4 out of five stars for about every category. Overall, this car represents value for the money. It is sporty yet refined, pretty fun to drive if you never push the limits and has enough technology built in. It has its faults like every car and Toyota. It's no sports car. And for a Toyota I am not impressed with the build quality. Surprising problems with a falling headliner and rattling door with the stereo playing. I haven't had the rear view or dash glare problems that some have complained about. I mostly think those are bogus. Toyota's Entune works sporadically with my iPhone 4 and I am disappointed with it

on 07/20/13 20:59 PM (PDT)

baratis1

2013 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Overall

on 06/29/13 14:38 PM (PDT)

2013avalon

2013 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Great Car for the Money

I knew this was the car as soon as I sat in the drivers seat for a test drive. I got the pearl white and tan interior with chocolate accents.. Amazing car. I constantly put customers in my car and being 6'4"in any other car the person behind me never had room. Not they have a good 4" of extra leg room. Not the fastest car but it isn't the slowest. I do not have the navi because I have owned toyota's before and they have never really had good ones, and with cell phones who really needs it...

on 06/26/13 18:54 PM (PDT)

optimusprime1

2013 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLE Touring 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Very Disappointed!!

A new car and the Headliner is already peeling, the dealership gave no explanation and said they have ordered a new one, seriously is this new Toyota standards. Cabin noise is too much on the highway. Took to my dealer, the supervisor of the service center said cabin noise was normal. For a high end car which is comparable to the Lexus ES350 I think the cabin noise is too much and Toyota must do something about it. Anyone else who has the Avalon please put your reviews on NHTSA.gov and Edmunds. AT 75 mph I hear a lot of wind noise around the car and at one point there was a lot of noise coming from the front windshield and Toyota and the dealership are not willing to fix it.

on 06/23/13 18:22 PM (PDT)

yardy

2013 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Not as happy as I thought I would be...

I feel in love with the color and design of the car.But I am not happy paying the amount of money and not being happy with the ride in the city.My biggest complaint is the JBL sound system.I bought my car in Maryland and drove back to Georgia to snap, crackle, and pop.The radio fades in and out at will.Thank goodness I have a great Toyota service department near me.I will take the car in tomorrow, get a loaner and they will find out how to fix this problem from their tech department.

on 06/01/13 14:01 PM (PDT)

maliblues1

2013 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

harsh ride derails a good car

Previous Avalon owners will be shocked at how harsh the ride of 2013 Avalon is. Small bumps are transmitted as sharp kicks into the cabin. Road noise is also pronounced on worn asphalt roads. The style of the car makes a rear view camera a must, however its an option. the camera is standard on the Honda accord. Headlights also have a sharp cutoff that makes reading some road signs difficult. The touch sensitive switches make it to easy to activate the wrong control.

on 05/26/13 17:43 PM (PDT)

francisr12

2013 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Avalon - A luxury but affordable full size sedan

Before anything else, let me say this "this is the third Toyota I owned and drove more than 160,000 on my previous two without any breakdown or problem even a minor one. I looked for a comfortable full size sedan for my family with two kids instead of a minivan or SUV due to MPG issue. I decided to purchase an Avalon XLE after test drive of Ford Taurus, Nissan Maxima & Infinity G37..So far I confidently say I made a right choice. The car handling may not be as sporty as the Infinity, inside its cabin we can really enjoy the quality of the Bluetooth audio system because it is so quite thanks to the use of noise reduction glass & its air drag coefficient of 0.28.

on 05/20/13 08:47 AM (PDT)

fid1

2013 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

13

The car rides great and looks great but I have a few suggested improvements. The drivers seat has very hard side panels, why are they not the same consistency as the center sections?

on 05/19/13 18:42 PM (PDT)

jamjchir

2013 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLE Touring 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Disappointment

I am on my fifth and possibly last Toyota.The changes they have made have all been a huge disappointment.Toyota changed the navigation and it is a huge step backwards.We have only had the car for three weeks and are looking to sell it already.It is a beautiful car but not worth the price.Car has too much technology and makes it complicated to use.

on 04/25/13 18:31 PM (PDT)

poorthingflint

2013 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLE Touring 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

High tire pressure ride problems.

Recently bought this fine vehicle and almost didn't because of harsh suspension response when impacting large road patches and other road irregularities. Drove another car before the one I took home for the little woman to see and drive. Both cars had 18" Michelins and were disappointing in the way they reacted to serious road imperfections. Driving the car I ultimately bought decided to check the tire air pressure. All tires checked just a little shy of 40lbs. Obviously being over inflated by at least 6lbs will cause the ride problems I noticed.With the correct tire pressure the over all ride improved drastically. I would suggest before you road test one check the air pressure.I have traded this vehicle. Overall a very fine car but if you drive with both feet I.E. brake with your left foot and apply throttle with your right you can trigger the brake override safety feature which means you suddenly loose power for about 8-10 seconds. This was a real safety issue for me and as such was a design flaw. We had decided we would be better served with a SUV going forward and I did not want another Toyota product for obvious reasons. Fortunately there are some good choices out there and we are very happy with our new SUV.

on 04/20/13 06:26 AM (PDT)

billyboy6

2013 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLE Touring 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

2013 Toyota Avalon Touring

Nice car for the money. Bought at CarMax in Laural, MD. They gave me $3000 off MSRP. Worth every penny~Drove it back home to PA and avg 28 mpg on the trip. Avg'ing 24 in mixed driving. Very sporty to drive, roomy, gorgeous interior, seats were a little hard but everything else was spot on.Love this car!I researched cars in the $33000 - $35,000 price range with NO cvt trannsmission and this was easily the best car in the price range. I test drove them all. The Honda Accord Touring was my 2nd fav.

on 04/19/13 10:58 AM (PDT)

wilk

2013 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLE Premium 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Awesome car

I purchased my 2013 Avalon XLE Premium 6 weeks ago. I selected the metallic black with tan interior.I have gotten a lot of comments from friends, valets, and doorman on the car.They are blown away with the look and feel of the car inside and out.I commute 50 miles a day and now love my commute.Traded in a 2004 Nissan Maxima LS.While it was a great car it does not even come close to the style quality and performance of my Avalon.I am a true believer and could not be happier with my Avalon!

on 04/09/13 18:28 PM (PDT)

mr_hydraulics

2013 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Great vehicle for a long trip anywhere!

I purchased the new Limited for a recent trip to the Southeast.The car's performance was wonderful and very comfortable for the long haul.The bonus features were the navigation system and blind spot warning system.Stereo system was awesome.I especially appreciated the comforts of adjustable ventilated/heated seats and lumbard/thigh support.We loaded the car with golf clubs and three larger suitcases with room to spare. Great handling/ride/responsiveness.Our trip was around 3300 miles and averaged 31.0 MPG - in combined driving - fully loaded.This was somewhat surprizing, as the lowest MPG was 27, when climbing into higher elevations.Great Toyota- great ride.

on 03/26/13 10:57 AM (PDT)

2013limited

2013 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

After a couple of months

I was shopping for luxury replacements for my 2007 Avalon XL when the new 2013 first showed up at my dealer.It changed my whole perspective.It was not like any Avalon that I had seen!The interior was completely changedand the tan variation was sporty and masculine.The drive and control felt like some of the performance cars that I had before.It was a no brainer, I could have the looks, luxury, and performance that I wanted with the reliability of a Toyota and for $30,000 less cost (I paid cash).I didn't realize how "nice" it could be to drive a car...I really enjoy my time on the road.

on 03/25/13 15:38 PM (PDT)

mongoose5

2013 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLE Premium 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Nice ride but needs a few things.

The Avalon is nice and has a high quality interior look. But the things that you notice after you buy the car matter. The seats need some more cushion. We rode a couple hours before our bottoms hurt. My Corolla is a good 5 1/2 hour seat. Where are the bottle holders in the doors?They are absent front and rear. So on a trip with three in the back with the armrest folded up, the rear seat passengers will not have a single place to store drinks. I like more than one drink myself, especially living in a desert area. I would also appreciate it if the two cupholders up front were cooled. Power is good in this V/6, Best mileage on a road trip with a full trunk and three passengers was 29.5 mpg hwy

on 03/21/13 11:17 AM (PDT)

solara01

2013 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Update for star rating and other items

I posted an earlier review on my car but for some reason the star rating got dropped. I am working with tech support to fix this problem.I have the 2013 with the tech package and aside from a few minor things, I absolutely love this car.If you are looking for a smooth boat, the high end Avalon may not be for you. If you are looking for a luxury car under $40,000. This is your ticket.

on 02/07/13 11:29 AM (PST)

davisfm1

2013 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Why does Toyota not want to fix issues

Boughta beautiful 2013 Toyota Avalon. Two weeks later noticed what appears to be defective piece on the dashboard. Toyota Corp and the dealership do not want to fix. Bought car 50 miles away from home and local dealership ask where I bought car from. The moral of this post is, dont buy car at night and make sure you love every inch when you drive it off the lot as Toyota is not really willing to stand behind any defect they may have left you with. Good product, Poor Customer support. Toyota should learn how to stand behind there product better!

on 02/01/13 03:57 AM (PST)

col411

2013 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Excellent Ride

This car made me double take. I saw the new design and finally toyota is targeting a younger demographic. I have the Moulin Rouge with the black leather interior. The handling is great, good acceleration to get around traffic on the interstate. The seats are very comfortable. Entune is nice, the navigation is easier to manage than my 08 Sequoia Limited. I don't have the phone charging plate which is a head scratcher. The side mirrors should be power folding.But other than that I would highly recommend the new Avalon for anyone shopping for a large sedan. i commute 160 miles round trip to work and i love driving now.

on 01/21/13 20:02 PM (PST)

sl465

2013 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Clock of Avalon is a big disappointment

Everything seems to be perfect with 2013 Avalon.But, unfortunately, the clock is awful, to say the least.It is not digital, and you can only read 3, 6, 9, and 12 o'clock, or 15, 30, and 45 minutes.In-between there are no marks.So, one literally has to stare at the clock for a minute to judge the positions of hour and minute handles in order to figure out the exact time.A clock inside a car should be functional not for decoration purpose, because when one is driving on the highway, he has only microseconds to read the clock without causing an accident.It is totally beyond me why Toyota "design" a clock that people can't read the time from.

on 12/26/12 12:16 PM (PST)

jtallequipment

2013 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Very pleased from a car guy

I have 1000 miles on my 2013 Avalon. I am very impressed with the car. I am a bit of a car nut. I own 5 cars, a 1970 Trans Am, a 1976 Bronco, both consistent show winners, a Corvette convertible, and a Z71 Tahoe. I purchased the Avalon on November 30. I traded in a 2009 Cadillac CTS that was loaded with every option, 3.6 DI engine and all wheel drive. I do not regret my decision at all. This car is fantastic. In comparison to the CTS the car is quiter, smoother, handles better and I think its faster. It is much roomier and the fit and finish are first rate. I first test drove the 2013 ES and I find that the Avalon is less soft, more of a drivers car and the quality seemed the same.

on 12/02/12 20:21 PM (PST)

megan03

2013 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Nice car

Purchased 12/1.Great car.Awesome stereo.Got the Moulin Rouge with the Almond interior.....very difficult to find, dealer had to locate it.Curious as to why the Touring model they dealer swapped for this one had Michelin's but my Limited model has Bridgestones?This car feels more luxurious and has more space in it than the Cadillax XTS I drove and much better and smoother performance.Also looked at the ES350 which actually feels cheap compared to this car.

on 07/09/18 11:10 AM (PDT)

Pete

2015 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLE Touring SE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Love the Touring Avalon

Would definitely buy this again if I did not live in heavy snow area. With increasing snow storms, need an AWD vehicle. Otherwise, this is a phenomenal car! Really roomy inside and looks gorgeous. Reliability just as you expect with Toyota.

on 04/16/18 11:27 AM (PDT)

Marsha

2015 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Toyota Avalon

Best car ever! Rides like a dream and is very comfortable.

on 04/12/18 10:13 AM (PDT)

Ric Koprowski

2015 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

A great car

You will enjoy this car

on 02/26/18 12:29 PM (PST)

CaliforniaZombie

2015 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

ONE YEAR IN! SOLID, FAST CAR! WORTH CHECKING OUT!!

I have owned several cars and trucks in my time. From BMW's to GMC's. My last vehicle was a Jaguar S Type. That was luxury and speed. I had an '05 that I bought off lease. It was great, but time caught up with it. Enter my Avalon. I (again) bought a lease return (2015 Model) with low mileage. This car handles well, has speed, and solid braking. When I have to (on occasion) I have blown BMW's and Lexis drivers off the line. This ride has a 3.5 L V-6, and 268 HP....it's Fast! The ride is on the firm side, although you have options for eco and sport as well. The chassis is the same as the lower end Lexis models. It has all the bells and whistles (heated seats, various dash screens for computer mileage, eco boost, etc, bluetooth, and sat radio). Climate system works nicely. Inside the cabin, there is a bit of a "plastic feel", and the silver foil that wraps the cup holders is starting to peel. Those are the only complaints!! I had this car for one year...and ZERO Problems! Just change the oil and rotate the tires so far. Mileage is 21 in and around town, and (I know this may be had to believe!) I got 31 MPG on a recent 200 mile R/T!! This is a SOLID, well produced car that has styling as well as reliability, and the all important SPEED! As an owner, I can highly recommend this vehicle!!

on 08/09/17 12:16 PM (PDT)

Brad Cohen

2015 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Toyota Warrenty is useless.

Bought the car new in March of 2016. I have bought 5 new and 4 used Toyotas in my life. This one has small problems Toyota won’t cover. There are 17 small tears in inch wide piece of defective leather Toyota wont replace under Warranty. I have spent well over$150,000 on Toyotas in my life and am afraid this will be the last. I have never had a problem with another manufacturer in my life. They should be embarrassed and ashamed. Said tears in leather is normal wear and tear on a $35,000.00 list car with 16,000 miles on it. Good car but garbage company. Traded car in couldnt stand looking at ripped seat anymore. TSK TSK Toyota.

on 06/05/17 10:37 AM (PDT)

Benzie

2015 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLE Touring 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Best car I've ever owned!

If you're shopping for your forever car...this is it!

on 04/09/17 19:12 PM (PDT)

john temple

2015 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

well worth the money

be prepared to enjoy this car

on 03/25/17 15:37 PM (PDT)

pete peek

2015 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLE Touring SE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

too much routine maintenance required at a high $

carefully check the service and maintenance details especially for required (routine maintenance) . I have owned the car for 15 months and have put 12,2OO miles on it under normal driving conditions. the car is designed to require a rotation of the tires every 5,000 miles as a maintenance message comes on and stays on replacing other important information. One must go to the dealer to have tires rotated.This negates the benefit of the10,000 MILE OIL CHANGE INTERVAL. in addition the following have been required; a new battery , oil leak in the transmission but no repair required at this time, 4 wheel alignment required shortly after the warranty for such service expired. I purchased this car with the belief that toyota's last a an extended period of time and hundreds of thousands of miles. it obviously is going to require a great deal of time in the dealership and unknown amounts of money. Nothing about the car was explained adequately from day one.

on 03/09/17 09:30 AM (PST)

Christy Dickens

2015 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLE Touring 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

2015 Avalon Touring xle

This car is pure comfort and luxury at a lower price . Car rides smooth, leather interior, updated technology, roomy interior.

on 01/23/17 08:06 AM (PST)

TT love

2015 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Should have researched more!

This car performance is good, but the quality of interior materials are poor. The radio resets itself during a ride, no giving reason. With door open water drips in car instead of outside the door. Not much head room. THE WIND NOISE IS HORRIBLE, ESPECIALLY AT SPEEDS ABOVE 65 FOR INSTANCE ON THE INTERSTATE. I purchased this car from past great Avalon experience. However, it seems that once they started making different trims for the Avalon, the quality went down. Not a happy customer.

on 09/09/16 11:12 AM (PDT)

Bruno

2015 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLE Touring 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Glare is a safety issue.

I have been driving this car for a year. The vehicle came with tint installed by the dealer. The rear glass is angled in such a way that it produces excessive glare. This affects visibility, and increases the risk of a collision when backing up or shifting lanes. I've already had a few close calls because of this issue. In addition, the navigation screen is likewise prone to excessive glare from sunlight passing thru the front glass. Not only is it difficult to see the navigation map but it limits the usefulness of the back up camera. I have the touring version, equipped with 18 inch wheels. When the road is well paved, the ride is quiet and smooth; however, road imperfections are transmitted into the cabin in a pronounced manner. I also own a Mazda 3 and a Volkswagen Golf, and these compact cars absorb bumps and potholes better. Lastly, Entune is so erratic that it is exasperating to use. I've owned several Toyotas in the past, and I have to say, this one was a bit disappointing.

on 09/03/16 11:17 AM (PDT)

John Frields

2015 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Horrible Ride

Sixed straight Toyota and fourth straight Avalon. Will probably look for a better ride next time. Had this car for two years and can't wait to try something else with a more comfortable ride. My bottom can't take the rough ride. Sat in a friend's Cadillac the other day and what a joy!

on 03/15/16 21:06 PM (PDT)

Chuck

2015 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLE Premium 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Worst entertainment system ever

Besides the Avalon I currently have a 2008 Ford Edge and a 2015 Ford Fusion. I bought the Avalon to replace a 2005 Cadillac because the Caddy had a hard life and was worn out and didn't want to spend Cadillac size dollars on another car. All have order of magnitude better entertainment systems than my new Avalon. Even the aging Cadillac. The stereo sounds as if there is only a single dash mounted speaker and fidelity is worse than AM of my other cars. GPS needs to ne replaced too. The only function I find acceptable is the hands free phone. We like the styling, ride, comfort, handling, safety features and performance. Gas mileage is not spectacular, but acceptable for a V6.If I could I figure out how to replace the entertainment system and those awful speakers I would in a heartbeat.

on 03/10/16 13:21 PM (PST)

T

2015 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Lexus price but not Lexus quality

After disappointment with the quality decline in Honda's interior trim I decided to go with Toyota and thought their flagship would be well worth it. I assumed I was getting a car commensurate in quality with its price, but boy was I wrong. First, the positive. The engine is well matched with this car and it has adequate pickup, particularly in sport mode. It makes a very subtle but noticeable difference in acceleration. Unfortunately, sport mode must be selected every time you drive as the car only retains normal or eco mode when you turn off the engine. Minor detail. The other positive is that the interior is very well laid out and looks great. As for quality, the wind and road noise is quite noticeable in this car. It's not a deal killer, but it is more than I would expect for something with a $40k+ MSRP. There are also some really stupid choices Toyota made with this car such as the Nav/phone system. I understand that certain things deactivate when you're moving, but using hands-free calling can be a hassle because if you need to call a number with an automated phone tree (for example, calling Toyota) and you must enter in a number prompt instead of speaking it, you have to pick up your phone and dial it from there. The number pad on the car's screen deactivates. So much for the "safety" aspect of hands-free. In terms of quality, Toyota must've gone on vacation. My analog speedometer is about 3 mph off from the digital one, an insignificant deal but an annoyance regardless. This is common to these cars, but Toyota will not fix it as 1-3 mph variance is "within tolerance." The seat heaters are nice, but the seat coolers are next to useless. I've had seat coolers that work, but these don't do much at all. There is also an annoying buzz/rattle coming from the door panels when the radio is on. After four fruitless attempts to get this fixed at the dealership and with no help from the corporate office I finally took the doors apart myself and added a ton of soundproofing material. It mitigated the issue, but I really don't think DIY is an acceptable solution to a manufacturing issue on a new, much less "flagship," vehicle. Then, there's the stereo itself. It sounds great... when it works. It randomly loses connectivity with my phone and has, on multiple occasion, gone into a sequence of rebooting itself. The problem is intermittent and cannot be replicated, so Toyota offers no assistance on fixing it. Lastly, the car has developed an intermittent hesitation when it starts. As best I could, I tracked it down to times when the car sat for an hour or two and the temperature was warm and humid. I even provided video proof of it occurring. Initially, Toyota stated that they cannot replicate the issue and ignored it, but I finally was able to get them to acknowledge it as an issue. However, their response was to blame me and state that "I was pushing the button wrong." I'm not sure how that could be the case, but I went several rounds with them before finally giving up in frustration. While the engine has yet to not start at all, I suspect it is a matter of time as issues with cars rarely get better on their own and often progress.I've purchased several cars over the years and must say that this is the most disappointing one I've owned. It's not the worst, but I expected much more based on Toyota's reputation and the fact that this is their flagship. The best decision I made with this car was to trade it in. Never again, Toyota.

on 02/11/16 07:16 AM (PST)

Carla Barla

2015 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLE Touring 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Great Great Car!

This is my 3rd Toyota, I have had a 2005 Toyota Solara, a 2012 Toyota Camry and now a 2015 Toyota Avalon XLE Touring! I completely love this car! I am in my 30's and this car is awesome! Definitely not a old persons car anymore. It is just beautiful, and rides nicely. I really do not have any complaints, but the fuel cost are so low for a V6 and you can use regular gasoline. I feel like I am driving a Lexus.

on 02/03/16 15:46 PM (PST)

m bock

2015 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLE Premium 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Toyota Avalon-not just for the silver set anymore

We have had exceptional luck with our Toyota cars, as they've lasted 300k+ miles. We started looking at Camrys for our 21 year old daughter. But once she saw the inside of an Avalon, there was no other choice for her. She LOVES the styling, and there are all sorts of tech features that she can't live without. According to her, few people over age 55 could take advantage of all the technology (but they can still drive it!). As a marketing and animation major, she has a real eye for design, and this car won hands down over many others.

on 01/30/16 08:39 AM (PST)

Surya Yerra

2015 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

A stylish hybrid sedan

Very comfortable fuel efficient and nice design

on 12/31/15 09:26 AM (PST)

SSoeun

2015 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Luxury and quality for less

I just got the 2015 limited in year end clearance; I got the best price for the best car. I test BMW 3 series, Cadillac ATS, Buick Regal and Lacrosse. I found Avalon limited on the top line in term of luxury, tech, stylish, smooth and quiet on free way on par with Lacrosse but better tech, gas mileage, expect more reliable than Lacrosse. But I was disappointed a bid on free way, I don't much wind but tire sound with the road on the 18' wheel. The Avalon has plenty of power though it has only 268 hp and 248 torque compared to 3 series, regal, lacrosse, ATS are more power and torque but I did not feel much different. The ATS, Regal, and 3 Series are good for quick move and corner but more windy on freeway when Lacrosse on the to ride on freeway-- smooth, quiet, and balance due to its heavy weight 4000lb vs Avalon 3560lb but 18city/28 hwy vs 21city/31 hwy. Quality, luxury, stylish, and bargain price at the end of the year make me to pick Avalon limited over the rest.

on 12/29/15 14:48 PM (PST)

Tom Dunn

2015 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Duck!

The ride is sporty. . .not luxury. Stiffer ride with 17" wheels. Getting into the driver's seat requires you to be a contortionist. Once inside. . .it's great. Comfortable seats. . .responsive, easy steering. . .good acceleration. My wife likes the car. . .I can't deal with the contortion required to get into the driver's seat. There is also some wind noise that is greater than it should be. I would prefer wheels that provide more of a cushion. My reason to trade is the issue with getting into the vehicle. I can't do that day after day.

on 12/02/15 10:47 AM (PST)

tom

2015 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

not as pleases as time goes on

have the car about 1 year nothing terrible just nothing really great either. This car is a very middle of the road car. Thats why uou see alot of them used as taxis and uber. Fit and finish is middle of the road. Performance as well. Again there is nothing outstanding. not sure i would purchase again

on 11/17/15 21:28 PM (PST)

Jimmy Drew

2015 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLE Touring SE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

terrific car that is let down by poor service

This car is the poor man's Lexus for sure. The ride and handling and power are excellent. The interior is nice but could be better. Research the price... my car was $40K and I walked out with it selling for $36K. Be sure and do your research....

on 11/17/15 14:17 PM (PST)

Gerald Cox

2015 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLE Touring SE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

So great I did it again!

The comfort and quiet plust new features make me glad I bought my 2nd Avalon.

on 11/05/15 13:38 PM (PST)

Brenda Smith

2015 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Lower Your Expectations

We purchased a 2015 Avalon in July. It was a nice vehicle but the more I drove it, the more I realized it did not meet my expectations. Due to it's reputation, I expected the "flotation" ride of a luxury car. I also had issues with wind noise and bumping my head getting in and out. (Not a vehicle for people who have any difficulty getting in and out of a car). To say I was extremely disappointed is an understatement. The dealership could do nothing about the wind noise....... we even tested one straight off the lot when I came to pick mine up from Service. It did the same thing. My aunt had purchased a 2015 Av Hybrid around the same time. When I spoke with her, she said that she had not realized now noisy her 2015 Avalon was until they went on a trip in a friend's Ford F150. Now that's sad that a pickup was quieter than a luxury car!!! I traded in a 2013 Kia Soul that I just loved other than the ride. It had zero wind noise!!!!!! Complained to Toyota's Houston division but since it is not a safety hazard, they deemed nothing was wrong with the car or it's design and offered no alternatives in terms of helping me purchase a different vehicle. My only recourse was to go back to the dealership and trade it in. I now own a 2016 4Runner and LOVE it. Yes, it is not sound proof, but it rides better and is more comfortable than my LAST purchase of a "luxury" vehicle. I use the term "luxury" loosely and sarcastically. BCS

on 09/13/15 12:35 PM (PDT)

Don

2015 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Avalon has got it intact

just purchased a 2015 Avalon XLE yesterday for my wife. This is our 4th Av with the last being a 2006. Greatly improved. Enjoyed all our previous Av's and sure we are going to Love this one. Style, comfort, great ride and AWESOME performance. Toyota has hit this one on the money. A lot of features not expected from a sedan in this price point. Looking forward to many years of dependable and enjoyable driving. Very well pleased.

on 08/29/15 12:13 PM (PDT)

Chris Smith

2015 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLE Touring SE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Dad Got His Way!

After 24 months, I've continued to be troubled by excessive road/wind noise on the highway.

on 06/01/18 13:15 PM (PDT)

Buzz

2003 Toyota Avalon Sedan XL 4dr Sedan w/Bucket Seats (3.0L 6cyl 4A)

Comfortable and Reliable

Roomy and comfortable

on 02/08/18 10:48 AM (PST)

Marilyn Meadows

2003 Toyota Avalon Sedan XL 4dr Sedan w/Bucket Seats (3.0L 6cyl 4A)

Best Car We Have EVER OWNED!

We have never had a major repair on this car. Bought it new and have only had regular maintenance (tires, batteries, tune ups, etc.) since. We have some dings and scratches but the car still looks okay. We will not get rid of this car until all four tires go flat and the engine falls to the ground

on 12/17/17 03:29 AM (PST)

John T.

2003 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLS 4dr Sedan w/Bucket Seats (3.0L 6cyl 4A)

Will miss you!

Great car. Well built, no maintenance, very reliable. Bought used 2 years, have kept it 12 years, the longest I have ever owned a vehicle. Can't beat Toyota's quality.No longer own vehicle.

on 02/04/17 06:13 AM (PST)

mark lithall

2003 Toyota Avalon Sedan XL 4dr Sedan w/Bench Seats (3.0L 6cyl 4A)

Avalon is a Home Run

This will be my third Avalon. The first two were excellent cars. Hopefully this will be equally as good.

on 11/12/16 08:10 AM (PST)

Patrick Kennedy

2003 Toyota Avalon Sedan XL 4dr Sedan w/Bucket Seats (3.0L 6cyl 4A)

Flagship Of The Fleet (all cars in the family)

Is the best investment in autos I have made. I am only sad that the dealer that I purchased the car from sold the dealership to a FORD agency. This dealer still runs the agency like it ran it back in the 1960's (one of the main reasons I began buying Toyotas since then). My remarks are the same today. The Avalon is the best automobile that I have ever owned.

on 12/29/15 16:06 PM (PST)

Don Birkel

2003 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLS 4dr Sedan w/Bucket Seats (3.0L 6cyl 4A)

Great vehicle =, even as a used car

Great reliable vehicle with very good acceleration, great road feel. The Avalon is a very comfortable car that you can rely on.

on 10/23/15 19:12 PM (PDT)

Ed DeMaio

2003 Toyota Avalon Sedan XL 4dr Sedan w/Bucket Seats (3.0L 6cyl 4A)

Original Owner for 14+ years/ 334 thousand miles

Greatest purchase of a lifetime! This car has survived a family of 4, both my son and my daughter have driven many miles with this vehicle. The rims are aluminum and did not fair well when driven into curbs. My son (20) was able to blow the sub-woofer and destroy the transmission at 180 thousand miles. Only recently has the engine light gone on for the catalytic converter. The car will drive 419 miles on a full tank of gas before the low gas warning light is lit. Today when I drive this car I drive for over 2 hours with the full confidence I had when I bought this car brand new during January 2003. Update May 2017: the catalytic converter 420 light only goes on after 2 1/2 hours of driving.

on 08/20/15 10:16 AM (PDT)

Casey

2003 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLS 4dr Sedan w/Bench Seats (3.0L 6cyl 4A)

Reliable where it counts and nowhere else

Overall, I really like my '03 Avalon, but there are some quirks that do need to be stated. The subwoofer in the rear is very low quality. I was already not a fan of the sound system that this car came with but after 2 weeks of owning it, I decided to max out the the volume to see how it handled and ended up blowing the subwoofer. Turns out that this is a very common problem for all Toyotas that have this JBL system in it. They dry rot in the sun and weekend very quickly. When this happens, I would recommend just buying a 50 watt sub that's 4 ohms and 8" in diameter because the stock sub cost around $280 online and a complete ripoff. They're hard to fine but do exist. Another very common problem is that the windshield wiper motor will go out unexpectedly. You will know when it happens because it won't take the wiper back down to the "park" position when you turn them off. I just got a quote from my local dealer and it will cost $487 to fix that. Finally, trying to maintain this car in your driveway is a pain. It's nearly impossible to get to the oil filter with just a floor jack. Oil changes for me cost around $40 to have my local shop do it. This is a great car for someone that prefers to take it to a shop whenever something needs done. If you would rather maintain it yourself, I'd look at something else.

on 12/26/14 07:09 AM (PST)

r_k

2003 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLS 4dr Sedan w/Bucket Seats (3.0L 6cyl 4A)

Reliable road partner.

We are third owner of this car, we knew the second owner who kept this car really well. The only thing we've done so far is change timing belt, water pump and fluid wash. Runs like a dream and currently giving me a mixed mileage of 26 mpg. We love the robust build of the car, road handling. The opening of trunk is big and we've had no issues in carrying large grocery bags and a small wagon which always stays in it. The back seat is roomy and has large space for 4 people to sit. I like the drive of this car and will recommend it to anyone looking for luxury at the same time reliable car.

on 11/19/14 13:51 PM (PST)

soundcrafter

2003 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLS 4dr Sedan w/Bucket Seats (3.0L 6cyl 4A)

Best car I have ever owned or driven.

With 170,000 miles and not a single problem I can say I picked a winner. It drives like a dream on it's Michelin tires. I get 26-30 mpg highway. I love the rounded curved dash and display. I do hate looking at the cassette tape deck (it reminds me that I am getting older and soon will someday be obsolete). I keep wanting to replace it with something new, but other new cars can't match it's ride. I test drove the 2014 Mercedes, new Avalon, Lexus, infinity, BMW... The only car I liked better than the Avalon was the Audi A8 at $65,000. I will keep this car until it literally falls apart. Update: I now have 217,000 miles and still love the car and have had no problems except the recall on the airbags. Running strong and smooth.

on 12/03/11 20:05 PM (PST)

olderage

2003 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLS 4dr Sedan w/Bucket Seats (3.0L 6cyl 4A)

Endless comfort and solidity

At 140k my Avalon seems like it will endure for many more years and miles. Unusual maintenance includes a steering bracket assembly and a failed subwoofer. Also, the driver's seat cushion has collapsed and the airbag light comes on intermittently. The car whooshes to speed, is dead quiet, and has expansive room on the inside. The gas mileage is not great (avg. 22 in mixed driving), but this is a large auto and its substantial feel makes me want to keep it forever. The styling is distinct and operating costs are very low. After driving an Avalon, it becomes difficult to settle for lesser cars.

on 01/19/10 21:04 PM (PST)

seddy83

2003 Toyota Avalon Sedan XL 4dr Sedan w/Bucket Seats (3.0L 6cyl 4A)

Couldn't Be Happier

I love my car. I only intended on keeping it for a few years but I love it too much not to keep it in my family. I have not experienced any maintenance issues. Since I purchased the vehicle, I've only had to do regular maintenance like oil changes, tires rotated, new wiper blades, etc. The only draw back to the car is that a cassette player came stock even though I have premium JBL speakers. Good thing I could swap it out with one that I can link my iPod to.

on 01/19/10 10:40 AM (PST)

Wayne

2003 Toyota Avalon Sedan XL 4dr Sedan w/Bucket Seats (3.0L 6cyl 4A)

Low cost comfort

We bought this car 5 years old and 77000 miles for $10,000, much cheaper than new. It is very comfortable on long trips, a very quiet and smooth ride. Good gas mileage. My wife felt the looks needed some pizazz, so I bought a spoiler online and had a bodyshop paint and install it for her birthday present. It adds a lot of character. A few months later, I bought a 2003 Lexus ES 300 and driving one car is almost like driving the other, although the Lexus has a few more amenities. I am absolutely sold on Toyota quality and dependability, after owning 4 GM cars and one Dodge.

on 12/02/09 20:05 PM (PST)

ERazor

2003 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLS 4dr Sedan w/Bucket Seats (3.0L 6cyl 4A)

The Best Car Out There!! Period

I buy them used and I replaced my 1995 Avalon with a 2003 Avalon. I will replace this one with another. If it ever wears out that is. They are the best cars that I have ever owned.

on 03/24/09 20:28 PM (PDT)

jrw225

2003 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLS 4dr Sedan w/Bucket Seats (3.0L 6cyl 4A)

A Lexus without the price tag.

This Avalon has been the best car I have ever owned. I have had it more than a year now and bought it used but still have had no problems. It is smooth, luxurious, and every day I drive it I find myself surprised by one of the Avalon's many features. Someone put great thought into designing this car from the automatic wipers to the 110 power plug this car is perfect. I get 21 mpg on average but it is worth the extra $2 a week to drive such a fantastic piece of machinery. I'm 26 and thought this car was an 'old man car' but after driving it I will not drive anything else. Thanks Toyota!

on 02/21/09 13:43 PM (PST)

thomas hoehn

2003 Toyota Avalon Sedan XL 4dr Sedan w/Bucket Seats (3.0L 6cyl 4A)

Great investment

Over 100,000 and runs great, over 80,000 on the Michelin tires. Starts up every time. Great ride and lots of room in trunk and interior easy to maintain without nickle and dimeing you to death.

on 11/15/08 11:45 AM (PST)

kmmowe

2003 Toyota Avalon Sedan XL 4dr Sedan w/Bucket Seats (3.0L 6cyl 4A)

60,000 miles later

No problems in 5 years/60,000 miles except warranty issue on the horn assembly (horn would go off intermittently). Dealer replaced air bag assembly in steering wheel and that solved the problem. OEM battery lasted 3 years

on 03/26/08 10:52 AM (PDT)

BLH

2003 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLS 4dr Sedan w/Bucket Seats (3.0L 6cyl 4A)

2003 Toyota Avalon

Exceptionally comfortable and functionally includes everything, but lacks excitement. Still gets great gas milage.

on 06/03/07 10:28 AM (PDT)

Brian

2003 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLS 4dr Sedan w/Bucket Seats (3.0L 6cyl 4A)

Great for the family

This is a one of a kind vehicle. Either you could go for something flashy or go for something cheap, but the Avalon is a solid, yet comfortable automobile. I use it as my work car and you can't beat the ride. I'm glad that Toyota updated the looks since 2003. That was the only drawback of the older models. Overall, it's a great car.

on 05/17/07 10:55 AM (PDT)

jp tang

2003 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLS 4dr Sedan w/Bucket Seats (3.0L 6cyl 4A)

Cream puff

Extremely quiet running and is very comfortable and very reliable. An excellent car.

on 08/01/06 06:15 AM (PDT)

TOM

2003 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLS 4dr Sedan w/Bucket Seats (3.0L 6cyl 4A)

A Great Three Years

Three years and 42,000 trouble free miles after buying our first Avalon, we are Avalon fans. Our XLS was ordered with the "wing" to liven up it's bland appearance at least a little bit. We are even starting to think it is a nice looking vehicle! Really! We tried out a 2006 Avalon Limited recently and found the driver visibility of our 2003 to be far better so we are hanging on to our present Avalon. Highway mileage is routinely 30 mpg + and seems to be gradually improving with age.

on 01/21/06 02:27 AM (PST)

Howard

2003 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLS 4dr Sedan w/Bucket Seats (3.0L 6cyl 4A)

Great Luxury Car for the Money

Driving in comfort; lots of power and pick up, yet economical and affordable.

on 12/07/05 01:21 AM (PST)

Lindsey

2003 Toyota Avalon Sedan XL 4dr Sedan w/Bucket Seats (3.0L 6cyl 4A)

AWESOME!!!

I am very happy with this car. It drives so smooth and comfortable. Very reliable and fun. Nice and roomy! I feel very safe too!

on 10/08/05 15:22 PM (PDT)

kprko

2003 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLS 4dr Sedan w/Bucket Seats (3.0L 6cyl 4A)

Wind Noise is the Problem

Wind noise from both sided leaking thru the doors will cost over $200 for new window runners. Air conditioning vents blow cold air directly on you is a nuisance. After 3 years the dash component seams are separating. Steering wheel controls are sorely missed

on 08/13/05 09:16 AM (PDT)

ambi

2003 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLS 4dr Sedan w/Bucket Seats (3.0L 6cyl 4A)

Wonderful car

No doubt about it, I will purchase another Avalon. This car has more comfort in the rear and front than most of the largest. Everyone who rides in the rear seat is amazed at the comfort.

on 07/08/05 14:58 PM (PDT)

Randy

2003 Toyota Avalon Sedan XL 4dr Sedan w/Bucket Seats (3.0L 6cyl 4A)

2003 Avalon Review

I previously owned a Toyota Camry. The Avalon is definitely a step-up in quality. This is a more plush car with an abundance of features, ease of handling, and quiet ride. My only negative is the computer controlled excellerator. There is a "lag" that you don't notice in "direct wired" gas pedals. It is annoying when you really need to get out of the way fast.

on 04/30/05 12:25 PM (PDT)

c6owner

2003 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLS 4dr Sedan w/Bucket Seats (3.0L 6cyl 4A)

My second AVALON

This is my second Avalon. The only thing that stopped my first was Pontiac at midships. I had 165,000 miles with nothing going wrong. I didn't even need brakes until 130,000 miles. I bought the second and am having the same luck. It is more powerfull but has 28 MPG average Vs 30 on the 1996 version. Passengers still comment on interior room and comfort after now 60,000 miles. I drive for work, and go through a lot of cars. These two have outperfomed and have been more reliable than anything else I have had. If I can stay out of the way of other cars, this one will probably go to 300K miles.

on 03/09/05 13:56 PM (PST)

RS of VA

2003 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLS 4dr Sedan w/Bucket Seats (3.0L 6cyl 4A)

after 43k miles

Body integrity is one complaint. Doors require a little extra push to latch....often require a second slam. Trip computer resets every time you stop so what good is the "trip" computation....also mileage resets after every tank full so there is no accumulating mileage for all types of driving.

on 05/08/04 00:00 AM (PDT)

emiddle

2003 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLS 4dr Sedan w/Bucket Seats (3.0L 6cyl 4A)

Outstanding highway car

I travel about 30,000 miles per year in my job. The Avalon is an ideal choice for this type of use. Definitely a Lexus in a Toyota wrapper.

on 01/29/04 00:00 AM (PST)

NRP

2003 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLS 4dr Sedan w/Bucket Seats (3.0L 6cyl 4A)

Insearch of....

The wife and I spent several months debating between a Lexus GS 300 and the Avalon. Recently at a Annual Tent Sale we test drove the dealer's 2003 Avalon, we both fell in love with the leather and interior design. Never got a chance to test drive the GS 300 because we were afraid of the sale price for an equivalent year and milage. This car is a joy to drive and most of all our two kids "love it."

on 12/09/03 00:00 AM (PST)

webman58

2003 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLS 4dr Sedan w/Bucket Seats (3.0L 6cyl 4A)

Lexus in Toyota Wrapper

This car is a very big BANG for the buck. Traction control, Force Dsitribution braking, ABS 4-channel brakes, Navigation system, auto-lights and wipers, heated seats, SMOOTH RIDE, cavernous back seat, 6-CD in-dash changer and REAL WOOD inserts. This is a FINE car. If it is like all the other Toyota's I've ever owned the only parts that will ever fail no this car will be the AMERICAN MADE PARTS!!!! My Vote is BUY THIS CAR!!!

on 11/30/03 00:00 AM (PST)

JBK

2003 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLS 4dr Sedan w/Bucket Seats (3.0L 6cyl 4A)

Love this car

The wife and I spent several months looking at cars. After testing driving the dealer's Avalon03 demo, we both wanted the Avalon. It has more room than the ES300 handles as good if not better, plus is much cheaper. Some reviews have said this car is slow. Ours is very fast and seems to be getting good mileage on the Hwy. This car is a pleasure to drive.

on 10/22/03 00:00 AM (PDT)

CLF

2003 Toyota Avalon Sedan XL 4dr Sedan w/Bench Seats (3.0L 6cyl 4A)

DREAM COME TRUE

I THOUGHT ABOUT TRADING UP TO THIS CAR FOR SEVERAL YEARS. ONCE I BOUGHT IT AND DROVE IT FOR 30 DAYS, I KNEW I HAD MADE THE RIGHT DECISION. ITS EVERYTHING I WANT IN A CAR. TYPICAL TOYOTA QUALITY.ITS SMOOTH, QUIET AND ELEGANT TO DRIVE. IT S A DREAM TO DRIVE.