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on 02/02/17 19:53 PM (PST)

Ricardo

1997 Toyota Previa Minivan LE 3dr Minivan

great vehicle, Toyota best design ever. thank you

there is no way back, enjoy what you have .

on 12/17/16 16:40 PM (PST)

matt

1997 Toyota Previa Minivan LE All-Trac 3dr Minivan AWD

my 4th previa, best van ever made!

1st 95 went over 300k before being totalled by a truck running a red light. Walked away with no injuries. 2nd 95 le supercharged going strong at 155k. Just routine maintenance. Bought a 96 dx with 68 k, like new on inside. Middle bench removes in 2 minutes, easy to haul things. 95s had the great swiveling middle captain chairs. Could not resist a 1 owner 97 sc alltrac LE with 80k that I spotted on craigslist, talk about awesome in the snow! These are fantastic, reliable vans and the best used van value ever. Use as an enclosed pickup, or convert to a mini RV, loads of space inside. Easy to fix minor quirks like higher mileage valve cover gasket leaks, coolant reservoir outlet tube obstruction by debris, SADS bushing replacement, etc.

on 04/14/10 07:43 AM (PDT)

Joel G

1997 Toyota Previa Minivan LE 3dr Minivan

Mom's Taxi Babies Ride

Sold 86 Toyota Van 285K miles to be replaced with 97 Previa with 1st baby coming in Jun. Perfect to carry 2nd kid in 99. Also carried Mom, Dad, Father-in-law to doctor's appt. Use mostly for reserve weekend duty. Did not change remote bat 6 yrs later. Did reg maint oil/filter chg every 3K. Used in business for 6 yrs as modified pick up truck by removing middle seat & folding 3rd row. Kids love this because they can lie down and sleep and watch tv. Our kids and parents in their 80s enjoyed trips to NY, VA, FL, LA, GA, TN, SC, NC, AL, TX, MA, CO. With this economy we are glad to have Toyotas in our family. Camry 02 replaced 88 Celica. Convinced five younger brothers to get Toyotas. They did.

on 11/12/08 17:31 PM (PST)

Dennis

1997 Toyota Previa Minivan LE All-Trac 3dr Minivan AWD

My Favorite Van Ever

I have owned lots of vans, and the Previa is far and away the best van I have ever owned. Build quality is unbelievable (it's a Toyota, stupid), handling is exemplary with the mid- engine and AWD. Fuel mileage is 19 mpg around town, with up to 24 on the highway. I'm a Toyota salesman, and I sold this van new to an engineer and bought it from the family after he passed away. I constantly am amazed with the number of people who ask me if I want to sell it. Never is a hundred years.

on 04/14/08 22:47 PM (PDT)

Alf Skrastins

1997 Toyota Previa Minivan LE All-Trac 3dr Minivan AWD

Best Minivan ever

My 1997 AWD Previa is the third one that I have owned. I previously had a 1991 and a 1994. All three have been completely trouble free, for a total of over 620K mi. The supercharger gives the 2.4 litre engine the punch of a V6, while delivering great gas mileage. I've been searching for a replacement for 5 years, but nothing made these days even comes close. The Sienna is too long, fat, low and is just not as much fun. If Toyota ever made a reasonable replacement for the Previa, I would buy it in an instance.

on 01/28/07 16:32 PM (PST)

Carlton

1997 Toyota Previa Minivan LE All-Trac 3dr Minivan AWD

Final model year of the great Previa

An amazing vehicle: mid-engine, supercharged, all-wheel drive, 7-passenger with plenty of room, yet 2 inches shorter than the Camry! This was our 2nd Previa. The first was a 1992 LE AWD. We bought that one with ~37k mi, sold it with ~150k mi, and last I knew, it now has over 220k on it. I bought my '97 with 50k mi and it now has 164k. It has been VERY reliable (as was the '92) and I would buy another if they still sold them. The Sienna is nice, but it is longer, lower, and the AWD model has those stupid/expensive run-flat tires.

on 01/08/07 10:54 AM (PST)

tdiaz

1997 Toyota Previa Minivan LE 3dr Minivan

Great family car, LOTS OF ROOM

I love this van, it's roomy and comfortable. The captain seats are great, it runs great. We have taken it on several long distant trips and it ran perfectly. We have had no mechanical problems, it has been well taken care of. Would definitely recommend. A++

on 01/07/03 00:00 AM (PST)

dysphonix

1997 Toyota Previa Minivan DX 3dr Minivan

The Best Van Ever Made Period.

Excellent, reliable car. Great handling on street, snow, rain, etc. Good acceleration for a car its size. Reliable...I have over 140.000 miles on mine, and never gave me any trouble or has broken down. Not even a radiator hose! Quality Japanese engineering. Too bad they discontinued it.

on 07/10/18 13:41 PM (PDT)

Herb

2007 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

2007 Avalon

Reliable and comfortable. Plenty of power and good gas mileage

on 06/10/18 14:17 PM (PDT)

Mike

2007 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLS 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

I'll drive this car until they take it away from m

Bought this Avy in 2007 used with 1200 miles on it. A limo operator had it but traded it for two Lincoln Town Cars! I traveled for work and put 125k on it in three years without a single problem. Car now has 150k on it and it's as strong and comfy as ever. Had to put 1k in it three years ago but that's the only repair besides tires and brakes in all this time and mileage. Car rides smooth and quiet all day at 80 mph these days just as it did when I bought it. Now and then I think about getting something newer but then I take the Avy to the car wash and get it shined up and cleaned inside and I'm good for another year. This is, without a doubt, the best car I've ever owned in my 71 years. Well, to tell the truth, it's really tied with a 1997 Camry we have that has 125k on it. It, too, runs like a sewing machine.

on 05/23/18 06:57 AM (PDT)

Bill From MI

2007 Toyota Avalon Sedan Touring 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

280K MIles and Very Relieable

I have owned a 2007 Touring model for 3 years. I purchased with 180K miles after my Lexus LS430 was totaled. I looked at a number of Avalons but did not want to spend over $10K for a lower mileage one because I drive over 30K miles per year. I bought this specific car thinking that I might drive it for a year while I looked for another LS430. I love the handling and comfort of this car. It does not ride as soft as the LS but it easier to drive because it just soaks up the miles without much steering correction. I tried the Limited model first but found the cooled seats were not as comfortable as those without this feature. I specifically looked for a model that did NOT have the sunroof as this feature limits headroom (I'm 6'2") and need the extra 3" or so that models without the sunroom have. I have put a new battery and brakes on this car. Those have been the only repairs in 100K miles. No check engine lights. No weird noises. Great acceleration. This is a roomy car with a huge back seat. It's not fair to compare with the LS 430 that costs twice as much but there are some areas that seem to not be as nice-like the trunk carpet and trim. Overall, this has been a great used car for us-I would purchase again and recommend to anyone looking for a large dependable sedan. Because everyone wants an SUV these tend to be lower priced on the used market (compared to SUV's) and make a great buy for people looking for reasonable transportation.

on 05/19/18 13:41 PM (PDT)

David

2007 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLS 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

2007 Avalon you can't go wrong

Great uzed car if you can find someone to part with it

on 04/30/18 13:00 PM (PDT)

RICKY RICARDO

2007 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLS 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

WE HAVE A WINNER!!

Can't go wrong with this car. They thought of everything necessary to a terrific driving and ownership experience. Wish I could have bought two!

on 02/17/18 12:42 PM (PST)

Bryan

2007 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Tremendous vehicle and outstanding value

Toyota Avalon Limited has been a most reliable completely trouble free vehicle. Built for comfort, but performs and handles amazingly well. V6 is powerful, yet very economical. Avalon effortlessly eats up the highway miles and you can easily drive all day without any discomfort. 20 mpg city - 26 mg highway. Highly recommend this car.

on 01/14/17 22:18 PM (PST)

Dan

2007 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLS 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Where's the old cars?

Where to begin.. I'm just a joe who likes to save money so forgive me for my rant. and stop reading if you are part of the buy a car for 20,000 and pay everyone to fix it then sell it when your tired of it and buy a whole new car... If that's you... Then STOP reading this. You will be offended. Toyota makes great engines and has a history of great engines, but they(and most other car companies) have made their vehicles non user friendly. And simple parts and accessories have lost their quality.What do I mean? I mean I believe toyota is going backwards from the original beauty of their older predecessors.its sad. Take my 2000 Camry with a 4cyl. All the hoses are thick and heavy duty. Made to last!every clamp and air hose is easily accessible. The 2007 Avalon however has leaks in the brake lines,coolant lines,power steering line, and windshield washer line, and it only has 140k miles!so replace all those lines. Then remove all the engine paraphernalia and look at your engine, then take your bumper off and replace your light bulbs.... See what I'm getting at.. Heck supposedly the newest cars are going to require the entire cab to be removed for an oil change!They want your money at the factory.. They don't want you doing your engine work.. Or the mechanic.. They want to narrow it down to your money and the Toyota factory. Forget aftermarket and quick fixes and good engines that last a million miles in the 70s they have you buying a new car every 300,000 miles and all the in between fixens. Thanks for your time and be grateful for your old beater!btw great car other than being a possible money pit... Handles well and is comfy and pretty.

on 12/15/16 17:06 PM (PST)

R. Mitchell

2007 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLS 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

200k miles no repairs

Rides and drives like new/ 200,000 miles only two brake jobs, 1battery, 3rd set of tires, and oil change and alignment . Like driving for free just add gas

on 09/01/16 06:05 AM (PDT)

Beverly Weisinger

2007 Toyota Avalon Sedan XL 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Bevs Ride

on 05/29/16 17:59 PM (PDT)

LAURA CLARKE

2007 Toyota Avalon Sedan XL 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

GREAT VALUE

on 03/13/16 17:37 PM (PDT)

William

2007 Toyota Avalon Sedan XL 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Nice car

Fun to drive. Have very problems

on 01/20/16 21:28 PM (PST)

Joseph

2007 Toyota Avalon Sedan XL 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

2007 Avalon XLS

As my first car, it has been really amazing. The acceleration is perfect, and braking is good. Steering is very light, which I like. My gas mileage in the city averages around 20 to 23 mpg. View out of the rear window can be quite tricky while backing up, but the car's blind spot isn't too bad. However I would not recommend for snow driving. Only 2 inches here, and very slippery on roads. Overall I love my Avalon, and it's a very comfy ride!

on 11/12/15 03:37 AM (PST)

Ben Hubby

2007 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Bought to sell, but decided to keep.

Great acceleration, sports suspension for cornering, mileage on premium gas is 33 MPG. How do you beat that with a 268 HP engine?

on 07/12/15 16:23 PM (PDT)

Jeff dezerga

2007 Toyota Avalon Sedan XL 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

2007 Avalon Touring

I purchased my Avalon with 105k paint okay very quick but the transmission is not the best... Fuel mileage around 19 around town and highway.. Very comfy ride just replaced my dash on the recall... (all dash boards are refurbished not new) But love my car!!

on 02/28/14 11:59 AM (PST)

shannon2257

2007 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Blew a Head Gasket at 85,000 miles.

Bought this car new. I am a "little old lady" driver. A few weeks ago at 85,000 miles this car blew a head gasket which the repair shop believes this also ruined the oxygen sensors. 4000.00 repair bill. Needless to say, I am HIGHLY disappointed in my car. Additionally, the front driver seat is not very comfortable. I can feel the springs through it. Probably will not be getting another Toyota.

on 02/07/14 10:29 AM (PST)

07avalonsucs

2007 Toyota Avalon Sedan XL 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

2007 AVALON TOYOTAS FAILURE

This year and model should have lived up to the Toyota name, but sadly it is as bad as some American cars for reliability .They called it the closest thing to an American sedan, well they were right it fails in the engine after 40000 miles and continues to be a money pit for repairs, for years to come, DO NOT BELEIVE SOME OF THESE SAPPY OWNERS WHO DO NOT DRIVE THIS CAR ANYWHERE BUT TO CHURCH. IT IS NOT RELIABLE. The cylinder coils fail and fail regularly until you need new cylinders which sadly happen at less than 100k. Toyota should step up and recall these engines for failure, instead of touting the wondrous American-like sedan. Buyer Beware.

on 07/01/11 17:07 PM (PDT)

avalonlady

2007 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

07 LTD

Nice luxury ride, great suspension. Seats are not very comfortable, not well padded. Not crazy about the plastic looking controls on the dash. The navigation is not user friendly, it's not operational while the car in use and the radio has very poor reception, no Mp3 jack. Outer appearance is lovely,and the inside is beautiful with woodgrain despite the white plastic controls. I average 31 mpg on hwy and it turns heads every where I go. I have the blizzard pearl color. Must admit the back reclining seats are nice and there are lots of rear room.

on 08/12/10 00:39 AM (PDT)

Nick

2007 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLS 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Pretty good car, has its problems

I bought this car with 65,000 miles on it and so far its been an okay car. Paint chips real easily, loud in the cabin, a cassette player..really? No ipod connection. But on the positive side very very fast, very roomy and great ride quality.

on 06/15/10 18:54 PM (PDT)

Jim Roden

2007 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLS 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

2007 Avalon XLS

The drive quality is great, except for the rear visibility when backing out of a parking space. Tire noise is a major problem if you buy a low quality tire like Good Year. Engine noise is no problem, I think other people think the noise is from the engine, when it is actually the tires. Paint is very thin and of poor quality. Just make sure you keep it waxed regularly. I have 45,000 miles so far with no problem. Oil is changed on time with synthetic and rubber is lubed with 303.

on 04/13/10 23:26 PM (PDT)

Tom

2007 Toyota Avalon Sedan Touring 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Yota

Bought this car because of the Consumer Reports ratings on reliability and its reasonable price for a Lexus-like ride. It has been a pretty good car. I've felt the transmission hunt when rapidly accelerating (like 1000's of others) but it has not cause a problem. Hood paint is marginal. Gas mileage exceptional. Comfortable interior. Would definitely buy another but would look at the Nissan/Infinity models also due to the transmission slip issue.

on 03/16/10 11:14 AM (PDT)

ToyotaLover

2007 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Sorry to let it go!

We purchased a 2007 Avalon new in the spring of 2007. This was our first Toyota. It was a great car. The back seat had a limousine feel to it. Got great gas mileage. Never had a problem with it. Because of the safety issue with the accelerator we sold it. I would definitely buy another Toyota but will wait until the dust settles.

on 02/25/10 08:13 AM (PST)

Mike

2007 Toyota Avalon Sedan Touring 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

steaming pile

This is the most disappointing car I've ever owned. Although it's comfortable, quiet, roomy and has a great stereo, it's had 3 recalls. Other than the notorious gas pedal problem, it also has a recall on a defective oil supply line going to the valves. If this bursts like mine did you may very well destroy your engine and the only warning you will get is the sound of your engine seizing up! The transmission is jerky but no recall for that yet. If you already own one of these cars, call your dealer NOW and tell them you want the oil supply line replaced at once (for free) or you'll be very sorry. They will not warn you about this problem ahead of time by sending you a letter so call today.

on 10/21/09 12:29 PM (PDT)

BL

2007 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLS 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

2007 Avalon XLS

This is my 2nd Avalon (first was a '98 XLS) and have been disappointed in quality. AC hose clogged at 35k miles, soaked & ruined the carpeting; oil line broke (28k miles) and I lost all engine oil on the road. Added oil to limp into the dealership. Engine noise (ticking exhaust) makes it sound like an old Chevy. Paint quality is average. I want my '98 Avalon back!

on 09/29/09 14:40 PM (PDT)

fishavenue

2007 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

A few things stink

The gps system is effectively inoperative. You can't get the enter key to hit a letter or other item with any sort of reliability. Entering a street name could take twenty minutes. The dealer here in Newark De, said that this is typical and fixing would cost a small fortune. So I use a $150 garmin. Pathetic, don't you think? I have about 50k miles on the car. Also, the seat heaters stay on all the time, so I had to disconnect the fuses, so I lost that function. I am a little disappointed in the car for these reasons. Other than that, it has a beautiful ride with excellent mileage. My next car will not be an Avalon - I may go to a Buick or a Lexus.

on 09/15/09 13:50 PM (PDT)

hdd

2007 Toyota Avalon Sedan Touring 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

POV from a minivan mom

This is a beautiful car. I previously owned a Nissan Quest, so the transition to a car was tough. But the handling and styling on this car made up for the loss of space. I'm surprised more people don't spend the extra money and upgrade from the Camry to the Avalon. It looks like a Lexus!

on 08/30/09 07:44 AM (PDT)

BoB from SC

2007 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Best car yet

First of all I am 6' 6" and 320 lb's and find it very comfortable. I took a trip out to the west coast and doing 80 mph I was getting 34 mpg. The engine is quiet and smooth, transmission shifts just fine, maybe I'm lucky but I never needed any kind of service except for oil and filters. Its a great car, and I'm just waiting for the new model year to get another one. I now have 39000 miles.

on 07/21/09 17:28 PM (PDT)

Dave in Boston

2007 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Toyota sells lemons!

I purchased a 2007 Avalon after my 2006 was declared a total loss. My car was trouble free until 55,000 miles when the check engine light went on. The AC was broken, O2 sensor, gas tank and a list of other items brought the repair bill to $4500. If it were not for CA emissions warranty, I'd have to pay the entire thing. I'm still on the hook for $2,000. The dealer was fine but I'll never buy a Toyota again- my Chrysler was more reliable.

on 05/14/09 19:17 PM (PDT)

Ronb

2007 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

First Toyota

Talked to some Avalon owners before making purchase. Have had the car for two years putting 15k on per year. Overall, we are pleased. It has great design, size, ride, performance and comfort expected. Replaced the OEM Michelin tires at about 27K with some Yokahama. The OEM still had tread, but not enough for winter driving. Problem to date is what appears to be a "gap", missing bushing or poorly fitting parts somewhere in the steering assembly. After stopping, there is a slight drop in the steering wheel of about 1/8 inch with a little "klunk" when we start again. Dealer replaced steering assemble shaft, but problem still exists. Having hard time replicating when we take it in.

on 05/14/09 09:46 AM (PDT)

Pat

2007 Toyota Avalon Sedan Touring 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

What A Waste

Before buying this car I heard great things about Toyota vehicles from friends and family, so I decided hey I have to get one for myself. What a joke, this car makes me sick!!! It has a very loud noise in the engine. I have taken it in too many times only to be told by the mechanic that he does not hear the noise. These guys must be deaf!!! The last mechanic told me that the noise is normal that the sound was in other cars he tested?! Transmission horrible to say the least not smooth at all. Sound system cannot be heard over noisy engine, brakes are terrible, problem with wipers, in all one of the worse vehicles I have ever owned. I can't wait to get rid of it!!!!!!

on 03/07/09 13:55 PM (PST)

RichG

2007 Toyota Avalon Sedan Touring 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

I love my Avalon

Best car I've ever owned (and first non-USA model, although was mfd in KY). Brakes are fantastic, economy much better than anticipated (usually >30 on hwy if driven around speed limit). I don't agree with the raps on the seat comfort: I'm pretty big and it's fine. Handles great. Have had many of the minor problems reported by others: Tranny shifting improved by TSB re-calib. Just encountered famous windshield washer hose problem. Paint issues like everyone else. Lack of fold-in mirrors inexplicable. Strongly recommend dealer installed side molding. But I still love this car.

on 01/28/09 06:33 AM (PST)

Brian jackson

2007 Toyota Avalon Sedan Touring 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Problems, Problems, Problems!

I own the 2007 Touring model. The transmission bucks and slams into the next gear, I had a wheel bearing go out at 5K miles, the electric mirror adjustment button fell through the dash, tire pressure sensor stays on all the time even though pressure is right and now the sunglasses holder is broken and wont close. Don't buy Avalon 2006 - 2008 year model. Buyer beware.

on 01/17/09 17:57 PM (PST)

Boca Wife

2007 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLS 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

2007 Toyota Avalon 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl

At first I wasn't very impressed with the car until I drove it. It was great. My husband is over 6'6" he actually picked out the car first, he was very comfortable seated in it. Both my kids are over 5 feet all and they are between the age of 9 and 11. I am 5' 9 " I am sure the son will enjoy this car when he is 16... I hope. Thanks to my husband for introducing the Avalon. It's great.

on 12/17/08 21:11 PM (PST)

Big Daddy Kenn

2007 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Great value & satisfaction

I'm 6-2 290 with tall sons. Car fits us great. Great motor and acceleration. Averaging 23-24 daily and 29-30 highway and I'm an aggressive driver. It's very comfortable. A quiet car. Driving-small turning circle. Good daily and highway car. Not as tight handler as BMW. Trunk has good storage room. Car has great fit and finish. Cabin well laid out. Nice sound system - could have more power though. No mechanical problems

on 11/13/08 17:15 PM (PST)

Nancy Ruth

2007 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

I love my '07 Avalon Limited

I've been driving my '07 Avalon Limited for 2 years now and just love it. Never had any trouble with the car. It has lots of get up and go. The extra features are terrific. I especially like the smart key.

on 10/29/08 17:41 PM (PDT)

sstred

2007 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

2007 Limited

Had my Avalon about a year now. Same problem as others with the window washer fluid. Other than that, no problems, except the paint is very poor (hence the 7 for 'build quality'). I'm not looking forward to the paint in another couple of years. We get 32 on the freeway and in the low 20s in town when my wife drives... not so much with me driving. The tranny feels a little weird at times (almost like it's slipping), but I guess that's just the way its made. We've have no problems with it. I had the factory wheels chromed for about $400. Good value for the money

on 08/15/08 19:14 PM (PDT)

Arnold

2007 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Toyota Avalon Limited

Great sedan at thousands less than Lexus. 32MPG hwy with loads of power. Nav could be a bit simpler to use both otherwise a well executed design and layout. This is my 2nd Avalon and a Lexus in sheep's clothes. Ultra quiet engine, loads of interior room and limo like back seat. Toyota did a super job on this often overlooked sedan.

on 07/30/08 06:55 AM (PDT)

Joe

2007 Toyota Avalon Sedan Touring 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Needs extras

Traded in my wifes '03 G35 for the Touring sedan because the rear wheel drive was dangerous in bad weather. Love the interior. Plenty of room and comfort in rear. If the gas mileage indicator is correct (never checked), the mileage is much better than I expected (32 hwy). Nice smooth ride and quiet engine. Good in inclement weather.

on 07/28/08 10:25 AM (PDT)

chicago88

2007 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

This one's a sleeper

This car keeps me laughing at all who spend a lot more on the luxury models as well as those whom have to use premium fuel. The Avalon has a limo like back seat which makes taking guest out with you a very flattering event as well as the pleasure and comfort of the ride. I use this car for both long business trips (300 mi+) and local. The mileage has been good for a bigger six (24 mpg avg). The ability for this car to get up and go is amazing. The manual shift mode is exciting with almost 300 ponies under the hood but yet refined enough for the wifes finest dress and black tie night out.

on 07/01/08 10:56 AM (PDT)

Shaw

2007 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Great Sedan

I have always been a Honda Accord owner but with a growing family, I needed a larger sedan (able to handle a car seat and two additional kids in the backseat without touching each other). The 2007 Avalon has been great. It has a great interior for the price tag vs Lexus or BMW.

on 06/18/08 19:08 PM (PDT)

bojacm

2007 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

2007 Toyota Avalon Limited

This vehicle rides nice on a smooth road, however on a rough road with ruts, it follows the ruts and somewhere there is a rattle that is intermittent. If the wind is blowing, it wants to blow off the road with the wind. Sometimes I feel like a bobble head doll. The headliner is not flush with the back window and they have tried to fix it twice but now say it is in tolorance of their complaints. Paint is so soft, you cannot wash it without spider web scratches. Window wipers are so flimsy they leave streaks on the window right in the sight range and it is very distracting. Service rep said to use Rain X to have clean windshield.

on 06/18/08 11:52 AM (PDT)

Silas

2007 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

2007 Avalon Limited

Had since March 07, good exterior appearances, am having electical issues, radio comes on sometimes by itself and air conditioning compressor quits running and have to press the air condition switch to turn off and turn it on again to cool. Auto climate in not one to be desired. Road noise is high, car handling is good and get up and go is good and had an issue with the hose on the windshield washer slipping off. The location of car charging needs to be improved. Will not buy another one due to the issues I am experiencing.

on 05/10/08 12:48 PM (PDT)

ohwise1

2007 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Toyota's well-kept secret

Had since Feb '07, traded in an '04 Avalon. More aerodynamic design, MPG amazing. City 22-23, mixed 25-26, pure highway 29-31, one passenger. Traction & stability makes quite a handling difference, will never have another car without. No mechanical issues except washer hoses, too. Huge inside yet hardly larger than a Camry outside. A living room on wheels that gets small car MPG!

on 04/20/08 15:38 PM (PDT)

Jack's review

2007 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Nightmare

Rated it very low. Handles badly (follows ruts in highway and drifts around on highway). Headliner not attached in rear. Paint so soft the wind scratches, it seems. Electrical switches work sporadically. There is an undiagnosed rattle on the passenger side in the front. Makes you wonder if you take a trip, if you will get there or not. Reliability is scary.

on 04/05/08 12:38 PM (PDT)

ROCCAFORTE

2007 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Wonderful to drive!

Bought car for wife. She could not drive in Houston traffic. The car is still in "like new condition". The car drives like riding on a cloud with warm and cool front seats tempture controls, power tilt/slide glass moonroof.

on 04/04/08 08:01 AM (PDT)

David A

2007 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

I just got rid of it after 6500 miles

I bought this car after doing a lot of research and was initially quite happy with it. Over the 15 months that I had it, it was in the shop twice for rattles, and twice to have the oxygen sensor issue fixed, for a total of about 7 or 8 days without the car, most was related to the sensors. It had another annoying rattle in the dash when I got rid of it. These may have all started after I had XM added to the car, but that doesn't make the rattles go away. I traded it in for a non-Toyota vehicle after 6500 miles.

on 04/03/08 14:03 PM (PDT)

Joe

2007 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

2007 Avalon Limited

Fantastic vehicle for the price. Power and economy are much better than my previous Cadillacs. 12V power outlets need to be better placed and memory stearing wheel needs to be added on entry and exit. We have had a problem with the windshield washer reservoir leaking fluid on two ocassions during the first year. The hose keeps coming loose from the reservoir. This is an extremely quiet vehicle that gets 27+ mpg on the road and 22+ all around. Fun car to drive and the ride is as good as anything on the market.

on 03/02/08 15:38 PM (PST)

Harold Cofer

2007 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Satisfaction with Avalon

I looked at a Lexus GS 300, then looked at an Avalon Ltd. and decides to buy the Avalon. Almost the same car except, I think there is actually more leg room in the rear of the Avalon. The only thing that I dislike is the console shift. I think there would be more leg room with a column shift. The memory seats really need 2 positions plus exit, similiar to GM vehicles. I drove GM vehicles for the previous 35 years.

on 02/07/08 19:22 PM (PST)

ABerk

2007 Toyota Avalon Sedan XL 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

ALMOST A PERFECT 10!!!

I've had the XL model since Aug. '07 and have about 6500K ultra-enjoyable miles on it. I've had two Beemers and an Infinity, also enjoyed them very much, but the Avalon is special in that it's smooth, quiet, fairly ecnomical on gas, considering its size. I use regular octane -- also Plus and Premium at times. I also have found the cloth/velour seats to be very practical -- warm on cold days, cool on hot ones. Transmission-wise, it just knows when to shift for you -- it's really a symbiotic relationship between car and driver, to use that analogy. The driver's seat needs more back support, though. So, I'll rate this car as a 9-1/2 -- ALMOST PERFECT -- but then again, nothing's perfect

on 02/05/08 16:27 PM (PST)

Marvh

2007 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

2007 Toyota Avalon Limited

Love the car, hate having Toyota as my mom. The limitation of the navigation system are stupid. Having to acknowledge "I accept" everytime you start the car is ridiculous. But even more annoying is that your passengers cannot program the nav system while the car is in motion. Driving down the road with my wife we decide we want to get something to eat. Toyota makes you pull to the side of the freeway and stop (endangering life and property) and then do your navigation. By the time you work this out you can drive through most towns and find a place to eat without the navigation system. The lack of an aux input for the stereo system in this day and age is just plain dumb.

on 01/18/08 07:07 AM (PST)

Howard Rose

2007 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Reliable Car

This is my 4th Avalon out of my last 5 cars. Needless to say, I have been happy overall. I had an 1997, 2001, 2004 and now the 07. Car has a lot more power than any previously. Very roomy for back seat passengers.

on 12/30/07 09:41 AM (PST)

Madi

2007 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Best 4 Door Sedan on the road!

Had a 2006 Avalon and was hit head on by a pickup truck. Survived because of the air bags, seat belts and the front crush panels engineered into the car. Replaced the Avalon with a new 2007 Avalon. Shifts smoother, rides like a dream, and has even better milage than the 2006. I get 30/31 mpg on the road and 23/24 in town and for a full sized sedan that is amazing.

on 12/21/07 17:16 PM (PST)

CJB

2007 Toyota Avalon Sedan Touring 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Avalon let down

The looks of this car were all that remains after less than a year 6 problems in the first year. Rain leaks, water from washer fluid leaks, tire sensors bad, no start twice, and a very strange shift pattern unless I drive like my grand mom. No fun car. Looks good but I expected more. Next time it is the Acura. Either I got a bad apple or the Toyota name is not all what is is hyped up to be.

on 12/18/07 08:04 AM (PST)

Roy

2007 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Great, no, fantastic car for the money

This car is all about refinement and silky performance. Fit and finish is outstanding as is ride comfort and quietness. To think I have a car which will get to 60 in under 7 secs, get mid 20's mileage in all round driving, and near 30mpg on the highway, all on regular gas is truly remarkable. Stereo and adaptive cruise control are great but I am disappointed that the memory seat feature doesn't adjust the steering wheel and main rear view mirror like cars in this price range should. Here in North Florida I recommend the extra window tint and the optional rear window screen.I haven't ridden in that fabulous rear seat but my guests have commented that the comfort rivals limos they've ridden.

on 11/16/07 12:28 PM (PST)

mark

2007 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

2nd Avalon

This is the 2nd Avalon owned, previous was a 2005 xls. The 2007 has improved the transmission problems that the 2005 had with downshifting. Transmission on the 2007 is smooth, much more refined. Also, the std features on the limited are worth the $, keyless entry, ventilated seats, rain sensing wipers, dynamic cruisr ctrl., etc. The nav. system is ok, rest of the screen displays are great, easy to use read, no glare on the screen.

on 11/13/07 10:06 AM (PST)

TEACHER

2007 Toyota Avalon Sedan Touring 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Not the same car

I traded my 2002 Avalon XL in on a 2007 XLS. I wish I had the 2002 back. It was much quieter and had more stability. The 2007 engine is noisy and often clatters like a diesel. Dealership says that is normal?? I just hope that it does not finally fail while I am on a long trip 2000 miles from home. I enjoy driving the car but would feel much more at ease if the engine were not so noisy and the transmission shifted smoother. The rear vision from the car when backing is also very limited. Knowing where the rear of the car is questionable. I like the interior and the entertainment system. Paint also chips very easy. Dealer blamed it on the EPA.

on 10/26/07 06:56 AM (PDT)

Carlos

2007 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

AvaRoooom

This is a cool car. Traded a Dodge Ram Laramie 4X4 Quad cab for it. Didn't lose much on interior room, doubled my gas milage. Used to jump in my wifes SAAB 9-3 convertible every chance I had before. Not anymore. I like this big, powerful, roomy car. Thus the AvaRooom... roomy and vrooom!!! Lots of compliments on the desert sand mica color scheme. By the way, I did test drive a Lexus ES350. Using the extra money for my kids college tuition. Maintenance is very inexpensive as well. For the most part change oil and rotate tires every 5K miles.

on 10/18/07 23:52 PM (PDT)

Arnold Melnikoff

2007 Toyota Avalon Sedan XL 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

2007 Avalon XL

So far with 11,000 miles it has been a great car, fantastic mileage on the interstate 32-34 miles per gallon at 65-70 miles per hour. Mileage drops to 30 at 75 miles per hour. Very comfortable car for long road trips Lots of room front and back seats Great car for the money.

on 10/13/07 10:18 AM (PDT)

apricot

2007 Toyota Avalon Sedan Touring 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Impressive

I traded in a 2001 Chrysler 300 for this vehicle and have only made one 1000 mile trip (Smoky Mtns.) so far, but I am very impressed with all aspects of the car. It is a more refined car than the Chrysler and very enjoyable to drive. It is quiet, quick, roomy and has a very nice ride without sacrificing handling. I had read complaints about the harsh ride on the Touring edition, but I disagree. It definitely rides better than my 300 did. I got just over 31mpg on the road on the trip to the Smokies which gives you a cruising range of around 550 miles! As with any review, I suggest you consider what the reviewer is comparing the car to - in this case a 2001 Chrysler 300.

on 09/20/07 15:15 PM (PDT)

PhxOwner

2007 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLS 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Quality is gone

I owned a 1997 Avalon XLS and it was perhaps the finest car I've ever owned. That's why I bought another one last year. What a disappointment. The transmission always hesitates before finding the right gear, there is a thumping noise coming from the trunk every time I go over a bump, but there is nothing in the trunk. The wind noise on the freeway is excessive. Rear visibility isn't very good. Cup holders don't hold standard cups. Toyota missed with this one.

on 09/18/07 18:54 PM (PDT)

Bruce

2007 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Not Happy

I have about 1200 miles on my new Avalon and it will be a while before I get used to it, if I do at all. I owned a 2000 Lincoln Towncar before this and the ride and comfort was much better. It also came standard with 6-way power seats on the passenger side, which you can't get in the Avalon. The wheel well is so tight you scrape your hands trying to clean them. The paint coat is so thin on the front it chips real easy, didn't have this problem with the Lincoln. I was getting 20/26 MPG with the Towncar and only get 2 MPG more with my Toyota. May go back to a Ford Product the next time. The joy stick on the navigation system is time consuming.

on 08/11/07 03:28 AM (PDT)

Thomas Michael

2007 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Toyota vs. Lexus

Toyota's flagship is a great car, of course there are some bugs. The heated and ventilated seats sacrifice comfort for a little cool air on your bottom. Using synthetic oil I can get 33 mpg on flat interstate. Around the mountains I average 24-28 mpg. I convinced my dealer to put some extra padding in the drivers seat and the service manager only did this because the leather had a crease in it. They refused to fix the passenger seat, so it's like sitting on a block of wood, well maybe not that bad but compared to other seats it's pretty bad. I am going for a Lexus ES 350 next time.

on 07/27/07 18:43 PM (PDT)

Mas

2007 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

A Good Match for Us

We wanted reliability, comfort, good mileage, and high build quality. The Avalon delivers all. We sold our 2005 PT Cruiser because of noise and because we expected better mileage from a 4-cylinder. After driving the Avalon 3 weeks I wonder why I ever strayed from Toyota. The workmanship is superb, and the roominess heavenly. My husband would not consider a Camry due to size, but is happy with the Avalon. Ride is soothing and quiet.

on 07/16/07 16:45 PM (PDT)

CarlosV

2007 Toyota Avalon Sedan Touring 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Truly Impressed

Truly impressed. My family enjoyed the comfort and space. My wife loved the quick, smooth accelaration and ride. Late last night a drunk driver t-boned us doing over 70mph. The car is a total loss and the accident left us sore all over. My 3 year old son and 10 month old daughter, my wife, brother in law, and I are thankful for a car to do its job. I recommend it to everyone.

on 07/15/07 09:21 AM (PDT)

harmonyrn

2007 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLS 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Disappointed

The seats in this Avalon are terrible, more uncomfortable than you can imagine. Why would a designer put all kinds of seams in a car seat? The steering is also "hard", not smooth like in our 2003 Avalon. It feels like I'm driving a Mack truck. The radio sounds like an old transistor AM radio - tinny and poor quality. I've also had major problems with merging onto interstates from entrance ramps; sometimes I wonder if I'll make it without being rear ended by a car 1/4 mile behind me. The pick-up is not reliable. Cabin noise is very loud on interstates, mostly from moonroof. Overall, if you are a small woman who is looking for comfort and a great car for road trips, the 2007 Avalon is not it.

on 07/11/07 16:05 PM (PDT)

John

2007 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Great Car

Just about everything about this car is great, at the price paid it should be. It does have a few shortcomings, the trunk lid closes like a piece of tin. The dealer said nothing can be done about it and the back bumper where it fits along the side is a poor fit. Overall the car is joy to drive.

on 07/03/07 10:38 AM (PDT)

Brad M

2007 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Beautiful Automobile

This is the second Avalon that I've owned, and the 2007 is much nicer than the 2004 I traded. Test drove Volvo S80, Saab 9-5 and Lexus ES 350. The Avalon, while not having the panache of the other brands, is by far the best value for the money. Beautiful interior, contemporary exterior and the powertrain is responsive.

on 07/03/07 06:38 AM (PDT)

Sharad Patel

2007 Toyota Avalon Sedan XL 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Excellent car for the price

I had a Lexus 2005 ES 330 - not happy at all after 25000 miles, traded to 2006 Honda Accord - ok, finally found Avalon XL 2007, very very happy. Drove 1000 miles so far, I will keep this car at least up to 100,000 miles. Excellent car for the price. This car does not have MP3 cd changer or iPod input which is my strong requirement, however got Harman-Kardon gadget installed that plays iPod. I strongly suggest to test drive this car before you spend lots of money some place else. I rate this car almost 9.8, very comfortable and really fun to drive compared to my previous two new cars I bought. I drive ~20000 miles in a year and need comfortable car, this will do the job.

on 07/01/07 12:27 PM (PDT)

Padre

2007 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Comfortable Car

The Avalon is a great car to experience driving comfort. The interior is very roomy pleasant to use. Keyless ignition is OK but seems to be an answer to a question no one has asked. Exterior is pleasant but could use more classic car styling such as Chrysler has found such success with. All-in-all a great car!

on 06/24/07 06:43 AM (PDT)

JayGee

2007 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Luxurious Without Luxury Price Tag

Just drove 2600 miles on 2 week vacation. Car is great. Was hesitant at first to buy a sedan, because driving positions on SUVs are more comfortable. But after all the miles and all the hours in the car on this trip, I had no back pain or discomfort. Averaged 28 to 29 mpg on highway but I was cruising at 75 mph most of the time. Could have done better at lower speed, but car is so well built that 75 mph feels like 55 mph. Luxury looks, luxury ride and luxury features without the luxury price tag. Very glad I bought this car.

on 06/23/07 11:05 AM (PDT)

trumpet

2007 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLS 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

2007 Toyota Avalon XLS

This is my 3rd Avalon -1995, 2000, 2007. I didn't feel comfortable with the drive by wire acceleration. Two trips to the dealer where they scanned the computer didn't show anything. Finally, on Edmunds forum someone had TSB EG 029-07 regarding the tranny controller. Brought to the dealer with this info. The reprogrammed the controller and this fixed the problem.

on 08/03/18 11:39 AM (PDT)

Wesley L. Albert

2013 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLE Touring 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Sporty car with a ride to match.

This was one of the most reliable cars I have ever owned. Just oil changes and new tires when the originals wore out. The car handled great and had very good power and stopping ability. Sadly, it rode pretty rough with its low profile tires. The trunk was miniscule and the rear seat didn't fold down. Rear visibility was poor at best. Thankfully it had a rear camera and cross traffic sensors. The blind spot monitors worked well. Buy it if you don't need much cargo carrying capacity and like a sporty sedan and don't mind a less than ideal ride----a trade-off for the excellent handling. Good gas mileage.

on 06/18/18 14:42 PM (PDT)

Joe Sedita

2013 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Avalon: The Thinking Man’s Mercedes

Quiet, roomy, swift, smooth

on 05/20/18 03:35 AM (PDT)

Val Herrer

2013 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLE Touring 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Not Bad; not great

Overall our ‘13 Avalon is a compromise in meeting our expectations for comfort, quasi-sportiness, and initial quality. Best features include the space for 6’-4” legs and the visibility afforded to urban driving conditions. Mechanically, the vehicle is Toyota solid. Power-plant and powertrain deliver almost exhilarating and smooth performance. What’s annoying is the mediocre workmanship within the cabin’s interior. This car is highway driven >80% in Southern California’s vastly fair weather. Road noise is distractingly noticeable.. Headliner at the top edge of rear window and sewing/anchoring of driver-front leather seat (lowest front edge) have detached themselves. Adhesives or sewing required. The ride is a tad light - meaning not stout/solid and stable. Strictly applying money spent vesus a quality product in return, it would have been worth spending it elsewhere.

on 10/30/17 06:02 AM (PDT)

Frank

2013 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Best Avalon yet.

Traded in a 2008 Avalon for a 2013. Was a little worried when I read some negative reviews, but NONE of those issues turned out to be true for me. The seats are WAY better than my previous 2008. The ride is much sportier, especially in regard to steering and handling. Yes, you get a little more "roadfeel", but I'd rather feel that I have more precise control, which I definitely do with this new model. Motor is essentially the same as my 2008, and I had ZERO issues with that car (owned until 155K miles). Looks way less like a little old man's car, and more modern. Interior is way nicer, and road noise is way less than my 2008. Stereo is a HUGE improvement as well. Technology overall is impressive in the base model, which was not the case with previous Avalon base models. Great on the highway just like previous models. As far as resale value, nothing beat's Toyotas, especially the Avalon.

on 10/02/17 17:13 PM (PDT)

Jane D

2013 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLE Premium 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Nice sporty yet luxury ride

Handles close to the road, hugs curves. Leather interior , nav, sunroof, and other perks makes it safe and fun.

on 06/07/17 08:08 AM (PDT)

John

2013 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLE Touring 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Great Traveler

Enjoyed this Avalon for four years. Needing to add a few accommodations due to my age so moving to a SUV type vehicle. Low mileage and looks hardly used - a great buy.

on 06/03/17 05:53 AM (PDT)

T Rahn

2013 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

My late review

I know this review is on the late side, i guess better late than never. When the new design of the Avalon came out in 2013, I thought it was a great improvement than the previous years. I purchased the Limited model in October 2013 and after owning the Avalon for over 3 years, i feel that i can give a better review. I agree with a lot of the comments about the Avalon, for instance, the seats are NOT comfortable, hard to get in and out of the car due to low roof line, the ride is not very smooth and loud road noise, this is due to the low profile tires. handling is alright, very sensitive buttons for the climate control and radio, trunk light is a major joke, a candle puts out more light. The Avalon is not a car to take a long trip in, its good for around town or a short trip no more than 2 hours. The performance and reliability have been great. The gas mileage has been decent. I guess i accepted the 2013 Avalon to be like my mothers 2007 Avalon, which had a better ride, comfortable seats, easy to get in and out of the car, smooth riding and quiet. What a difference between the two cars

on 05/31/17 10:19 AM (PDT)

John

2013 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

2013 Avalon Limited owner

One of the best vehicles I've ever owned. We bought a 2013 white Toyota Avalon Limited in 2016 and we are very happy with our purchase. For the money, the Avalon provides a nice luxurious feel with the refined leather interior and sleek dashboard. Very smart technology package. The redesigned exterior, and in particular, the rear of the car give it a very fancy and sleek look. My wife and I are in our late 20's and early 30's range, and we love this car! CONS: A bit of a rough ride when driving over potholes and uneven/unpaved roads. The struts and suspension could use some re-engineering for future models.

on 05/10/17 22:39 PM (PDT)

Joseph Morrow

2013 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLE Premium 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Best car I have ever had

I can't believe I'm doing this. First because I can't believe I'm actually saying it's the "best" car I've ever had, since I've had some really cool cars in my life. My first was a new '68 Chevy Nova in High School (Class of '70), then a '74 Chevelle convertible after college, An AMC Javelin muscle car, 76 Lincoln Continental, 78 Mazda RX 4 with rotary engine, then a 79, RX4 with more luxury features and killer stereo...skip to 2007 after a variety of other cars from Pontiac Grand Am to Chrysler LeBaron Coupe, when it got the big upgrade in 88-89. But it was the 2007 Acura TL, that held the title for my favorite car until I had to trade it in. That is when I first saw the 2013 Avalon. It was superior in every way, from touch panel controls to exterior design, to trunk room that reminds you of the old cartoon with Bugs Bunny, who enters what looks like a tiny tent on the outside, but is palace size inside. It fooled me as the Audi A7 from the side and the elongated roof line that disguises that deep trunk and big back seat with plenty of leg room for everyone but an NBA star. Every detail is really, not kidding, just....well...gorgeous! It has been a long time when I have muttered to myself after returning home from a store run-"I LOVE this car!" Sorry Lexus, your Star Wars, radically angled, immense, radiator cover design is so ugly to me that I couldn't buy one. The only thing worse, in my opinion, is anything with the Buick name on it! Talk about ugly! They are right about "it sure doesn't look like a Buick!" From the company that gave us the Riviera, possibly the most beautiful car GM ever made, it sure doesn't look like a Buick-"Oh, My!". Just a little out of my league in 6th grade to High School Jr. We never had anything like the Avalon, except in magazines with designs of "CARS OF THE FUTURE". The Avalon, from front lights to rear lights, interior dashboard and audio, style and quality is superb and the seats are MUCH more comfortable than the Acura. That said, I do have an entirely fused back, from skull to butt, that cars aren't designed for. Somehow I am able to configure these seats without needing a pillow or other support cushion, that always had to be moved around. I don't mean to make the Acura sound bad. It wasn't. It was a wonderful car. So beautiful in its sleek, smooth, elegant, lines and legendary reliability-remember it was a 2007, that was still in great shape, until it was totaled by a friend who borrowed it. That is when I went for a trade in. At the Dealership I was at, looking for a newer Acura, I turned and saw the Avalon. WHAT IS THAT? I asked. He told me it was a Toyota. It couldn't be. For some reason I had never seen one of these before, which is strange, because it grabbed my attention immediately. Which brings us to this "Testimony" of a car review. Folks, this is NOT our parents Toyota. At 65, I really do remember the little box-like Volkswagen Beetles, called TOYotas-Remember? That's what Toyotas and Datsun's (Nissan) were then. No more! Why oh why must it have "toy" in its name. It doesn't have any word but "Avalon" on it, but the sedate logo is almost invisible because of the truly head turning styling, that I just can't get enough of. Even the way they craft the rear lights into the lines of the bumper and side panels is just perfect. I can assure you that I will want to trade this in ONLY on a newer Avalon. I don't know how I could give a better review than this. Further, you may look in vain for other car reviews by me from the past, since I have never done one for any company before. Again, with cars like the first Mazda's with the new rotary engines that were wonderful, to the virtual Navy aircraft carrier, Lincoln Continental, to the Acura, I have never had a car that just has it all- beauty, performance, comfort and cutting edge technology, like the Toyota Avalon. Hold your noses up high Jaguar or Mercedes owners, this Japanese car will give all of them a run for the money.

on 05/09/17 13:33 PM (PDT)

Ms Classy

2013 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Cook ride

Works for me

on 04/13/17 11:10 AM (PDT)

willard mack

2013 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLE Touring 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

fast and funny

this is a very fast car, However if you like to move when you are on the hwy this is the car for you.

on 04/03/17 14:17 PM (PDT)

John S

2013 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

ES400 for Toyota Price

Great car for the price!

on 02/10/17 10:11 AM (PST)

Phillip Tatum

2013 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Proud!!

My 2013 Toyota Avalon, Limited Edition, is undoubtedly the finest automobile I've ever owned...which is 37 total. Also, own 2015 Camry XLE Hybrid. My next purchase of a new Avalon will be the Hybrid version!2/10/18

on 01/28/17 20:58 PM (PST)

jimsrod

2013 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Bullet proof long term reliability

Purchased this car certified used. I love the interior space, luxury, performance and technology. I'd expect more from my local dealer (Lustine Toyota in Woodbridge, VA) but the car is worth the hassle and extreme lack of customer service. I'm surprised at the performance of this big car ... it's really in between a mid and large size sedan at 195" in length. The acceleration, responsiveness of the engine and transmission is great. The upgraded stereo in the Limited is nice and it's good to have some bass response for a change from a production car's sound system. People complain about the ride and when you hit some potholes it can be rough but I prefer a firmer ride and less body roll when cornering. The brakes I don't find to be spongy I think the pedal just takes a little more effort which I find to be better than brakes that are too responsive (like tapping the brake pedal and it jars you forward). Very good value and I find it to be an appealing choice to those that like their passengers in the rear to ride in comfort too.

on 09/24/16 21:39 PM (PDT)

David Lewandoski

2013 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLE Touring 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Luxury without the price of luxury

I couldn't ask for a better luxurious car for the money than my 2013 Toyota Avalon "Touring" edition ! Not my first Avalon and won't be my last.

on 04/30/16 18:15 PM (PDT)

David

2013 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLE Premium 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Phone interface average

I would like to see a software upgrade so that I could see what is on my phone screen instead of the Entune interface on the dashboard monitor.Everything is on the phone, don't need the Entune program.

on 04/20/16 21:51 PM (PDT)

Van

2013 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Just OK not luxurious like a Lexus

If you're looking to go with the so called higher end Toyota in hopes of saving money over a comparable ES 300 or 350, don't do it. It won't work because the Avalon isn't as luxurious.

on 04/19/16 07:38 AM (PDT)

Chris Jones

2013 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Avalon Definitely Not A Bomb

This is our third Avalon. With that being said, it is refreshing to see that 2013 received a lot of design changes on the exterior as well as the interior. I have to say I like every one of them including the tires and wheels. We were lucky to find a 2013 with only 16500 miles on it. I think I got a fair deal, but not what I consider a great deal. I really like the ride comfort, and the instrumentation on it. My last Avalon had the 6 disc changer instead of GPS, and it was a limited also. I would still be driving it if not for some screwball that blasted us from the back on I-40 doing 40 mph while traffic was stopped. It totaled the car. I do get 31 on the highway and it rounds out to about 25 mph on highway and city driving. I really have fallen in love with the Avalon all over again with the new design. I highly recommend anyone looking for an Avalon to pay a few extra bucks and get it loaded with a limited model. The car handles well with the Michelin tires, and I'll be giving it a total road trip from North Carolina to Florida shortly. I can't wait.

on 03/10/16 14:11 PM (PST)

Chris Jones

2013 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Toyota Scores With Epic Retool

The Avalon is a brilliant piece of machinery. The aerodynamic lines are perfectly matched to create a breathtaking image. We bought ours used with only about 16.5k miles on her. From the moment I laid eyes on it, I knew I had to have it. The interior is a spaceship like masterpiece. The touch sensitive buttons make life so much easier and less likely to break. The heated/ventilated front seats are also a pleasure to use. On the exterior, one of the impressive things is the LED running lights. The rear LED tail lights is also a great addition to this body style. I would have to say that I enjoy driving this Avalon Limited quite a bit more than the previous 3 Limited's I've owned. Granted, it's handling and steering is much stiffer, but i prefer to feel the road. The seats are fine, a little stiff, but they hld up well, and are universally adjustable. Overall, I would say if you can find a used 2013 with low mileage, it's a no brainer. Buy it.

on 03/06/16 19:02 PM (PST)

vinny

2013 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Vinny

I have been more than satisfied with this vehicle. It was a great value for the price.

on 03/04/16 05:13 AM (PST)

Ed

2013 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLE Touring 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Frankie

Okay car>second one we have owned. Both have been too low and one could scrape easily.Rear visibility is poor. Ride is fair.Early Avalon's did better cost/per mile/time.Traction is fair.AWD would help.Front seats have no height adjustment on passenger seat.Side mirror helpers are great.Resale is great>above any book value.A Limited might be better auto than the touring?

on 12/16/15 12:15 PM (PST)

Steven Bing

2013 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Good not great

For the top of the line Toyota the quality not so great. Lot of rattles interior of car. Lots of road noise. Goes through bumps not over them. Very poor quality materials interior of car. From the carpet to the fit and finish. Paint quality marginal dull and prone to oxidation.. The engine and transmission are excellent. Excellent fuel economy on regular gas, all make up somewhat for other shortcomings. Overall well short of flagship for Toyota.