The Toyota Avalon Hybrid maximizes fuel economy and drives a bit quieter when the electric motor is running, helping you save money on gas and enjoy a less noisy ride. Offered in three trim levels, the standard model comes with plenty to love. Base outfitting includes: 17” alloy wheels, automated headlamps, heated and powered side mirrors, powered sunroof, auto-dim rearview mirror, two-zone climate control, tilt and telescope steering wheel, powered and heated front seating and leather upholstery. Standard tech features include: Bluetooth/iPod/USB integration, parking camera, voice command and eight-speaker audio system with satellite radio. Upping the trim level can add additional features such as driver memory settings, collision mitigation system, smartphone integration, 11-speaker JBL audio system, GPS, xenon headlamps, automated wipers, triple-zone climate control, interior ambient lighting, powered rear sunshade, Toyota’s Safety Connect service and more. Powering this vehicle is a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine that’s mated to a battery pack in the trunk, able to deliver 200 horsepower.
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Overall Results
2016 model year changes
The Avalon returns without a lot of big changes. Some mild design inside and out and some mild feature shuffling keep the Avalon up to date for 2016.
Competitive comparison
Smooth powertrains; 40-mpg hybrid model; excellent ride and handling; quiet, spacious interior; stunning touchscreen-style dash controls; active-safety features
Special features for 2016
With the current Avalon, Toyota worked to modernize its personality, remaking it from a model that was comfort-oriented and conservative to one that feels like other modern luxury sedans, with a more sophisticated, well-detailed look and feel. These updates included much-improved handling, some noteworthy in-cabin technology and a fuel-efficient Avalon Hybrid model.
The resulting Avalon is a standout, and when compared against comfort-oriented mainstream large sedans or even against luxury-brand models, the Avalon has a competitive look, feel and feature set. Plus, the Avalon Hybrid's smooth hybrid powertrain and its 40-mpg city rating make it a package that's hard to beat.
The Toyota Avalon Hybrid maximizes fuel economy and drives a bit quieter when the electric motor is running, helping you save money on gas and enjoy a less noisy ride. Offered in three trim levels, the standard model comes with plenty to love. Base outfitting includes: 17” alloy wheels, automated headlamps, heated and powered side mirrors, powered sunroof, auto-dim rearview mirror, two-zone climate control, tilt and telescope steering wheel, powered and heated front seating and leather upholstery. Standard tech features include: Bluetooth/iPod/USB integration, parking camera, voice command and eight-speaker audio system with satellite radio. Upping the trim level can add additional features such as driver memory settings, collision mitigation system, smartphone integration, 11-speaker JBL audio system, GPS, xenon headlamps, automated wipers, triple-zone climate control, interior ambient lighting, powered rear sunshade, Toyota’s Safety Connect service and more. Powering this vehicle is a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine that’s mated to a battery pack in the trunk, able to deliver 200 horsepower.
