1997 Toyota Avalon XLS review from North America
"Good luxury car for the used price"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Leaking coolant from the engine block drain plug. Repaired personally at no cost.
Faulty strut mounts, as Toyota acknowledged via a technical bulletin. Had both front mounts replaced to stop a constant rattling noise.
Have begun to hear a similar rattling noise from the rear; possibly the rear mounts. Has anyone else had to replace the rear strut mounts?
Both heated seats do not work, although the lights in the switches go on. Has anyone else had this problem?
General comments?
Very comfortable and quiet car.
Average performance and economy.
Very soft body panels. Easily gets door dings.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Year of manufacture | 1997 |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 V6 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 137000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 139000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Ford Mustang |
| Date of Entry | 2nd January, 2004 |