Toyota Avalon Hybrid is a five-seat midsize vehicle in the Sedan category. For the 2016 model year, there are three trim-lines to choose from, all with the same 2.5L Inline-4 engine that produces 200 horsepower. Based on the estimated annual regular gasoline spending of $1,400, in five years you will save $3,500 in fuel expenses, compared to that of an average vehicle. NHTSA has given the Toyota Avalon Hybrid a 5-stars overall crash rating.
2016 Avalon Hybrid has a relatively short wheelbase ( 111.0 in) and a wider body structure compared to vehicles of similar length and class. It is relatively lighter with curb weight of 3594 - 3638 lbs.
2016 Avalon Hybrid seats five adults. It has class-leading first-row passenger room on only one measurement - shoulders - and larger than average room for first-row passengers on hips. When it comes to second-row passenger room, Avalon Hybrid ia a class-leader on only two measurements - legs and shoulders - and has a larger than average room for second-row passengers on hips and head. Trunk volume is the larger than average among its peers with 14.0 cu. ft.
Trim | 2016 Avalon Hybrid XLE Plus | 2016 Avalon Hybrid XLE Premium | 2016 Avalon Hybrid Limited |
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Starging MSRP | $36,650 | $38,100 | $41,950 |
Engine | 2.5L Inline-4 | 2.5L Inline-4 | 2.5L Inline-4 |
HP | 200 hp | 200 hp | 200 hp |
Drivetrain | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
City | 40 MPG | 40 MPG | 40 MPG |
Highway | 39 MPG | 39 MPG | 39 MPG |
Combined | 40 MPG | 40 MPG | 40 MPG |
Annual Fuel Cost | $1,400 | $1,400 | $1,400 |
2016 Avalon Hybrid Sedan comes in three trim levels, with an average price that is $486 more compared to its rivals. With a lighter body, and on average less powerful engine, Avalon Hybrid has a class-leading fuel economy of 40 mpg.
2016 Avalon Hybrid Sedan has a 5-star NHTSA overall crash safety rating, like all of its peers. Furthermore, it has higher than average ratings for all three crash tests: Front, Side, and Side Plole. Customers have filed twenty-three complaints, which is less than the average for its rivals. There are also four recalls issued by Toyota, which by itself is a relatively low number.