www.autobytel.c... When the Japanese auto manufacturer Toyota launched the Avalon back in 1995, many accused the foreign auto maker of building a Buick. While the average age of current Avalon owners is well past retirement at 67 years old, Toyota is hoping to strike a cord with a younger target demo of 40-60 year olds with the all new 4th generation Avalon and Avalon Hybrid sleek and athletic exterior as well as techno-savvy features inside as well. Asking price for the 2013 Toyota Avalon starts at $30,990 with the electrified high MPG hybrid model going for $35,555.
This current 2013 Toyota Avalon does not resemble any of the 3 previous generations. Toyota has taken their youthful, modern, sleek, and athletic styling all the way from the front of the car to the back of the car. The rear angle of the c-pillar is only 15-degrees making it one of the sleekest in the industry and that helps give the Avalon a more modern look. The old Avalon had 14.5 cubic feet of space in the trunk; the new Avalon has 16 ft. Even the hybrid with the battery pack still has over 14 cubic feet of space. So this car is not only attractive, but very roomy.
The Avalon is only available in FWD, so those who live in a cold weather climate and need AWD might have to look elsewhere. But for most people, the 2013 Toyota Avalon is just the right vehicle. In fact the Avalon is really pushing the limit of what a premium car is. The Avalon's older sibling the Lexus ES could be considered a competitor since the cars are so similar. The Avalon is powered by a 3.5 liter V-6 engine that makes 268 horsepower and 248 lb-ft. of torque. Fuel economy is 21 MPG in the city and 31 MPG on the highway.
www.autobytel.c... If you are looking for a full sized car and fuel economy is a concern, you really do not have many choices out there. But your shopping list should start and end with the new Avalon Hybrid. Its only a couple of thousand more than the non-hybrid Avalon with a starting price at around $35k but you get 40 MPG combined city/highway. That is really second to none. The closest competitor would be the Buick LaCrosse e-Assist and that only has a combined 31 MPG. Toyota has once again proven that they are the #1 name in hybrids. The engine is a 2.5 liter 4-cylinder that when combined with the electric motor can produce up to 200 horsepower.
A new feature in the 4th generation Avalon is the capacitive touch controls. The Avalon is a true full-sized sedan. The rear passengers have plenty of rear seat room. The seats are very comfortable, the interior spacious, and the cargo volume plentiful. The 2013 Toyota Avalon is a great all around vehicle. A couple of key competitors are the Hyundai Azera, Ford Taurus, and the upcoming Chevrolet Impala.
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