2006 Toyota Avalon Touring Sedan review from North America
"Too expensive"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Paint has chipped.
Transmission Jerks.
General comments?
The car has good performance, corners well and looks much better than the old Avalon's. It handles much better than our previous Toyota Corolla and Camry.
The cabin is roomy with lots of room in the back seat.
Not good for people sitting in rear middle seat because of rear console.
The seats are comfortable, the large mirrors are a nice touch.
Our fuel economy is 19 city and 24.5 on the highway with an average of 22.5.
The keys are hard to place in the ignition because the turn signal switch is directly on top of it.
This car would be a good value if it cost $7,000 less. I regret we paid so much. Toyota's used to be a bargain. Now the reliability seems to the same as the American cars, but with a higher price tag.
Recommended Reviews:
  | Buy a saturn or a nissan |
| Avoid the car due to the transmission/reliability problems. An awsome car it could have been! |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Model Year | 2007 |
| First year of ownership | 2006 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.5 Liter Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 7/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 5/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 40 miles |
| Most recent distance | 4700 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Crown Victoria |
| Date of Entry | 20th December, 2006 |