2011 Toyota Avalon Columbus, OH
The Toyota Avalon gives the driver the satisfaction of driving a luxury car without paying that luxury price. Starting at an MSRP of $32,445 for the basic package, this car is an alternative to an entry-level luxury car without giving up the luxury feel. The Toyota Avalon is a 3.5 liter V6 6-speed automatic with solid performance and great reliability. With an EPA estimated 20/29 miles per gallon this car also does well on fuel economy.
The standard Toyota Avalon comes equipped with a leather-trimmed driver and passenger seat; reclining rear seats; a back up camera and a power moonroof. The Limited edition comes standard with a smart key system, heated front seats, and a memory system for the driver’s seat and outside mirrors. There is also an 8-way power passenger seat. In both models, the interior also includes a multi-function display with information such as outside temperature and average fuel economy, as well as distance to empty, average speed and trip computer information. The back seat is a 60/40 split with adjustable headrests and a center armrest with cup holders. Both models come with wood-grain-style interior trim as well.
The exterior of the car is as nice as the inside. The 17-in alloy wheels with 6-spokes on the standard Avalon and 5-spokes on the Limited edition provide a smooth ride. The vehicle also includes wide-angle fog lamps and LED tail lamps. Chrome-tipped dual rear door handles give this car the luxury look it deserves. It also comes standard with high solar energy-absorbing glass. Rain-sensing intermittent windshield wipers also come standard in the Avalon Limited. The Limited also has power heated outside mirrors with driver-side auto-dimming and turn signal indicators.
An option package for the Avalon includes a voice-activated, touch-screen DVD navigation system with integrated back-up camera, 4-disc CD changer/MP3 playback capability with 12 speakers, XM radio with XM NavTraffic, USB port with iPod connectivity and hands-free phone capability, and music streaming with Bluetooth technology.
The standard safety features in this vehicle make it the 2011Top Safety Pick by the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety. All vehicles have vehicle stability control with traction control, anti-lock brakes with electronic brake-force distribution, and brake assist. An added feature in all of Toyota’s 2011 models is the new Smart Stop Technology. This system is designed to reduce engine power when the brake is firmly applied and helps bring the vehicle to a complete stop. For the driver and front passenger seats, there are front and side airbags, as well as front and rear side curtain airbags. There is also a unique driver’s knee airbag that will prevent the driver’s knees from hitting the dashboard in an accident. In the back seat there are child safety locks on the doors, as well as lower anchors and tethers for children. Energy-absorbing crumple zones are located in the front and rear of the car, and there are side-impact door beams located on each side. The car also comes standard with an anti-theft system and internal trunk release. For a safer drive, the vehicle also has a system that will let the driver know when the tire pressure is low and a battery saver feature that will turn the dome light off after 20 minutes.
The Toyota Avalon has gotten a face lift for 2011 with new fenders, a raised rear decklid to give the vehicle more aerodynamics, and a more windswept look with a new grille on the front. On the interior a few changes were made on the dashboard to give it a more refined uncluttered look.
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