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on 02/11/13 19:12 PM (PST)

edward09

2011 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Exceptional value in its class.

2011 Avalon XLS (Canada) has the competiton beat!Excellent front seat comfort with full power lumbar for driver / passenger.More room than Mercedes E350.Lexus features without the price.This car is quite fast and has a controlled stable ride, and uses regular gas, unlike the competiton.Gas mileage has been 7.5l / 100 km - highway (38 MPG - imperial) and 10.5l / 100 km city.The voice reconition is very good, controls well laid-out and nice NAVI system.Lots of room in the back seat with comfortable seating and tilting seatback is functional.Very good trunk space. Both interior and exterior fit and finish are tight with good alignment.Great car for long trips in varied terrain.

on 09/10/12 17:50 PM (PDT)

lindy_lou

2011 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

My Third Avalon is a Lemon!

I bought my 2011 Avalon Limited new in Dec.2011. It is not the same quality of my two previous Avalons.Last one was 2002 with 176K miles and it ran smoother and quieter than the new one. Wind comes in window, I'm told it's normal due to mirrow (doesn't do it on passenger side). Rides rough, worse than my husbands F250 4x4 diesel. Lots and lots of road noise.Not a quiet car at all. Rear passenger window broke (fixed now), rear reclining seat broke (part ordered). Brakes feel mushy, Struts seem non-existent. Car really sat low when 2 adults and 2 teens with 4 bags packed (not heavy..trunk too small to pack much). Toyota dealer tells me everything is normal and up to Toyota specs. Bad Car!!

on 05/14/12 12:34 PM (PDT)

cnunn

2011 Toyota Avalon Sedan 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Wonderful auto

We purchased our Avalon about a year ago. We love it. The gas mileage is great..drives and rides like a dream, sound system is perfect, quiet, great rear seat comfort, in short, for us, a retired couple in our mid-sixties it is the best car we've ever owned and absolutely perfectly matches our needs. We've owned Toyota's for 30 years and we like this one the best. Would highly recommend this car to anyone who wants a comfortable, dependable, quality automobile.

on 03/22/12 12:11 PM (PDT)

avalon_lova

2011 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

2011 Avalon (Great car, Horrible dealership services)

I love my new Avalon. The suspension is smooth without the floaty ride. Rear seat legroom (roomier in class), adjustable rear seat comfort is a nice touch. Great car to own if you have a personal driver. A/C and Nav controls are intuitive and easy to operate. Only tech missing is the adaptive cruise control.

on 10/08/11 07:57 AM (PDT)

determined2

2011 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Uniformed of truth on batterys

Purchased 2011 Avalon in May 2010. Constant dead battery's. Cannot leave car over 4 days without jumping it. Not informed this is constant problem with this vehicle as it appears it is being hidden. Have much documentation but they will not put their statements in writing. Sticker price was $47,000 and it started just 10 days after taking possession of vehicles. Beware of Toyota Avalons! All back up documentation available . Toyota is ignoring this problem , It will not go away!

on 07/31/11 22:11 PM (PDT)

molly1206

2011 Toyota Avalon Sedan 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Not as good as I thought I was getting

Used to LeSabre. Avy does not have as many features, has a motor whine, and windows stick; trunk whams when closing. Overall ride is smooth, gas is good. Info display very limited. 1st and last; back to Buick. More bang for the buck.

on 06/12/11 15:57 PM (PDT)

mrfinnigan

2011 Toyota Avalon Sedan 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Noise & Handling Problems Etc.

Road noise is excessive, I believe it is because of the Bridgestone tires. Also it is difficult to keep car from drifting all over the lane expecially when there is a little breeze. There is no valet lockout for trunk.Volume speed control on radio does not work.Can't see display on radio in daylight.Can't hear directional signal.

on 06/04/11 05:37 AM (PDT)

ncee

2011 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

2nd one, and love it more!

Well my 2008 Touring Model was nice, but bot, this 2011 Limited Edition is just great.I would have never expected it to be that much smoother, quieter, more comfortable then the '08, but man IT IS!Now I had been considering a used LS 460 L, and if they had come to my terms, I would be owning one. Not sure if this would have been a bad / good thing.The LS L was a 2008 with 22,000 miles (45,000 less then my Avalon), and a great car, but a bit more and I had a budget I was going to stay with.Now the local Toyota dealer had just purchased a lot of promotional / print matter from us, so it did sway me a bit.Bottom line, right now I Love the car. Is there things I'd like changed - yes

on 05/23/11 16:49 PM (PDT)

lizard533

2011 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

poor pannel fit

pannel fit is realy bad. Cabin is very very noisey driving on windy days. Good mileage 23-30. great power and smooth motor but so what noisey.my 08 ltd was about the same while 95 avy was a whole lot better all around, Need to start making then inJAPAN AGAIN!!BY till later.

on 04/17/11 19:36 PM (PDT)

s56ping

2011 Toyota Avalon Sedan 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Excellent Sedan

I love this car.I have had if for two months and have put about 7000 miles on it.Having come from an SUV the last 15 years, the ride on the Avalon is a big plus.I really like the cabin room, smooth transmission and engine, and the overall classy interior.I have been averaging about 23 mpg combined, and have seen 29 mpg on the interstate.The radio and controls are easy to view and use.I have the base radio and its works great and even sounds great for a standard system.The only issue that I have is I could use a little more trunk room.

on 12/25/10 08:24 AM (PST)

robsis

2011 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Smooth, Quiet, Fast, and Great Mileage!

Wow, are we impressed.This vehicle is such a great road car.Quiet, smooth ride, with lots of punch if you need to pass.30+ MPG on the highway and 23-24 in town.Love the new dash re-design and the six-speed automatic.You can barely tell it's shifting.Plenty of room both in the front and back.Heated/cooled seats are a joy.Our friend, who drives a Lexus LS460, said our Avalon was quieter than his LS, and just as smooth on the open road.Our final choice was between the Avalon and a Genesis.Genesis was a nice vehicle; however, comparably equipped, the Avalon was thousands less and we liked the FWD for our snowy winters.Test drive it for 30 minutes or more and you'll be sold.

on 11/28/10 00:00 AM (PST)

Gary

2011 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Good buy

Moved from an ES350 and really like the better visibility, ride (no boat float), comfort and especially much less road noise. Do hear the wiper motors and the whine of the transmission. Had to change out the horrible noisy wiper blades. Very cheap interior by comparison to others in class. It really has great handling compared to others in class. Not sure I will buy another until they get a better interior.

on 11/23/10 00:00 AM (PST)

accountant

2011 Toyota Avalon Sedan 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Not so impressed

I bought this car to replace a 12 year old camry. I thought I was moving upscale but after 3 months I have my doubts. The car runs smooth and has good power, satisfied with the mileage. The materials seem cheap. The panels on the exterior are poorly fit together and don't line up to each other anywhere. Everything is plastic. So far the airbag light was stuck on, they had to replace the seat belt latch. The trunk wouldn't close unless I slammed it hard as I could, they had to redrill and move the latch a little, the rubber weather stripping around the sun roof started peeling back, they glued it down, and now my compass keeps sticking on NE. I prefer my old Camry, more comfortable.

on 11/07/10 00:00 AM (PDT)

jlm

2011 Toyota Avalon Sedan 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Good Car But

There are two design deficiencies I have noted so far. Foremost, there is a severe glare of the dash on the windshield when driving into the sun or with the sun on your left shoulder and hitting the dash. The "hump" over the instrument panel reflects onto the windshield directly in the drivers view. I have not experienced anything of this magnitude in my 73 yrs. Secondly, and a minor flaw, when the sun shines on the digital clock the white numbers become red and you don't see the actual time. For example, at 3:43 pm I was seeing "1388" in red numbers. I blocked the sun and saw the correct time with white numbers. I would not have bought had I been aware of the reflection.

on 11/04/10 00:00 AM (PDT)

Lucas Boxley

2011 Toyota Avalon Sedan 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Edmunds Wrong

I love Edmunds but, how can you give the hard riding noisy Honda Accord 7.8 and give Avalon 7.3 the Honda cannot come close. I traded es350 a great car which was my fourth Lexus and I cannot be more pleased. This is the smoothest and quiet car on road yes there is body lean at times, but to those of us know and are not caught up in cornering and skid-pat testing who love real world driving this is a great car

on 10/29/10 00:00 AM (PDT)

donb

2011 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

4th Avalon

Just picked up a new Pearl White/Ivory Limited. Traded in my 2005 XLS on it. I like almost everything about the car. Did much cross shopping with LaCrosse, Genesis and ES350. All great cars. Was down to the ES and the Avy. I went with the Avy over the ES because I felt I got more value. The 4 yr warranty and great dealership experience was basically matched by the 25,000 mi 2 yr free maintenance. The past experiences of my 3 previous Avalons was the deciding factor. I am dead center in the target audience for the Avalon and I appreciate many of the features, like clarity of instruments and displays. The car is full of goodies I am still finding. Really enjoy the improvements from 2005.

on 10/27/10 00:00 AM (PDT)

Gordon

2011 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Don't buy a 2011 Avalon

My 2011 Avalon has problems with the rear window sun screen, heater/AC, and windshield wipers, the GPS is useless and the wind noise is worse than any car I a have ever owned. The dealer admits the problems, contacted Toyota, and Toyota will do nothing about any of them and neither will the dealer. Do not buy this vehicle.

on 10/14/10 00:00 AM (PDT)

Charles Cohen

2011 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Lexus Beware!

Being in the tire business and an auto enthusiast, I was skeptical at first as I had looked at a Lexus product also. This car has a smooth ride, amazing back seat room, a powerful engine and just delivered an amazing 32.1 MPG on a recent interstate drive. This auto is a "well kept" secret that needs to be unleashed on the automobile public who enjoy a smooth ride, volumes of interior room, etc. and is competitive with Lexus in value and features!

on 10/14/10 00:00 AM (PDT)

Neil

2011 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

A home run!

I've owned and run a BMW shop for 33 yrs. but for many reasons my last several new cars have been been Toyotas, three of which have been Avalons ('02XL,'05Touring,'11Limited). After 5 years of owning the '05, I looked extensively at alternate brands, but decided on the '11. Toyota changed it just enough for me not to feel it to be a clone of the '05(which I've kept). Beautiful inside and out, excellent assembly, up to a calculated 33/34 hwy MPG (on 87 octane), as fast as an '86 Buick Grand National muscle car I bought new way back when, tomb- like interior quietness, reliable track record, JBL, very competitive pricing. Wow, what's not to like?! Best "full" size sedan value on earth.

on 10/01/10 00:00 AM (PDT)

He Dog

2011 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

A Smart Man's Lexus

I owned 2006 and 2010 Avalon Limiteds. The 2011 is bit better. I don't know why, but fuel mileage increased over 2010, but it's a good thing. Pavement noises are pretty much absent. Riding over pavement irregularities is superb. Space, ergonomics, textures, panels, grains, and the like fit well, look, well, and are pleasing to the eye. I've never purchased the navigation system. The engine and transmission are smooth. Heating, including the seats, and air conditioning are wonderful. Blizzard Pearl and the beige leather are fine color combinations. Low road and wind noise. I don't understand the "9" ratings for MPG, but at 75 MPH I get 34-35 on road. Needs more thing support.

on 09/20/10 00:00 AM (PDT)

ToyotaMan

2011 Toyota Avalon Sedan 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Best Car On The Road

The 2011 exterior and interior design is very appealing. The engine is spunky. Car is fun to drive and oozes with luxury, quality, safety, and class. We're proud to drive the car and it has the new Toyota five point safety system on it. Engine is not as efficient as the same engine was in our 2006 Avalon.

on 09/18/10 00:00 AM (PDT)

john boy

2011 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Dream came true in Texas

Little over 5000 miles, you can not beat the quietness and the ride. This is our 4th Toyota car, you can see the quality control inside/out, I don't get tired driving this vehicle

on 09/13/10 00:00 AM (PDT)

Jimbob

2011 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Love it!

Just returned from a round trip to Illinois and driving the speed limits, averaged 33 mpg, which includes a traffic tie up in the Twin Cities, and side winds the entire trip. Couldn't be any better! Fantastic ride and handling!

on 09/07/10 09:05 AM (PDT)

Dino

2011 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Try a Buick Lucerne

I am in the shopping process & have driven nearly every competitor & rate the Buick Lucerne as the best in this class overall. The Avalon does not offer the Blind side warning system, chrome wheels & the trunk is much smaller than the Lucerne which costs less w/the discounts available. The Avalon is faster but the exterior look is dated & not as impressive in my opinion as the Lucerne. Ford is out of the game w/their ugly Taurus which has an almost useless trunk & such poor visibility that it is a wonder the NTSB allows it on the road? The foreign buck boards are reserved for the road & track people.

on 08/31/10 11:10 AM (PDT)

WOW WOW

2011 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Is it Lexus LS/GS. No is 2011 AVALON

I'm not sure why people say its an old person car maybe i think they don't know the history or to much knowledge about cars or possibly in my opinion they see other people driving and want to but the same cars. Anyways to me Avalon is very very comfortable, Great interior,GREAT everything.Yes i use to think AVALON was an old person car until i saw the 2011. I previously owned g37, bmw3 series, lexus gs and other vehicles but so far the best is the Avalon. I WOULD HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS CAR.Trust me you cannot go wrong. Just so you can know I am 31 yr old. You don't have to be in 50s or 60s to own one go out there and test drive. Trust me you will enjoy the ride.

on 08/30/10 14:11 PM (PDT)

zdude

2011 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Very Close to Lexus

I traded my Lexus LS430 for the Avalon and so far I really like it. It handles better than I expected and the gas milage has been fantastic! It has all the amenities I was wanting and so far has been trouble free. I drove 900 miles in one day last week (yes, 900 miles) and the journey was pretty comfortable the whole trip! So far I am very happy with my purchase. The car is no stunner in the looks department but I like it and prefer a less-flashy car in these times. Also, to the poster who said it was ugly why would you buy it based on all the negative comments you made? Didn't you see it / test drive it before you bought it? Maybe get help before your next purchase next time.

on 08/28/10 20:00 PM (PDT)

JohnAE

2011 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Initial review after first trip.

Within the first week of ownership completed a one day 830 mile trip. Really smooth, quiet, comfortable, fuel efficient car. Computer said we got 29.9 mpg at 70++ mph. Not a canyon carver but handles well enough for legal speeds. Braking is okay but not stellar, best you could say is it gets the job done without drama. JBL sound system has excellent separation and frequency range. Blue tooth is a plus. Floor mats are black, a little strange. All dash controls are easy to reach and well lit even in bright light. Manual tilt and tele. Seats are supportive even though flat but sit a little to low even when adjusted as high as they go. Headlights light up the night.

on 08/28/10 08:29 AM (PDT)

Doug

2011 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Comfort Plus

Have had my Limited for a couple of weeks now and can't believe the quiet comfort and smooth ride even compared to the 2005 Limited I traded in. Beautiful car

on 08/26/10 13:58 PM (PDT)

vince

2011 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Love My First New Car

I've never bought a new car but when my 1998 Q45 clipped over 200K miles it was time. Looked at the SHO, but too bulky for my taste. Avalon Limited was an easy choice, lots of great features and a very economical price. Immediately took it on a 2K road trip and got great gas mileage, wonderful handling. I love this car. Clean and simple.

on 08/24/10 10:23 AM (PDT)

coman

2011 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Love our new Avalon

We love our new Avalon. It is roomy, comfortable, quiet and smooth riding. I am apparently one of the few who like all of the new styling updates as well. Maybe that’s because at 66, I’m in their target demographic. I think it’s the best car I’ve ever owned. It’s remarkable how much power it has and yet I get 22+ mpg in town and 30+ mpg on the highway. It’s a great car for road trips.

on 08/14/10 21:42 PM (PDT)

Twin B

2011 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

My 2011 Avalon Limited

This car is a terrific full size sedan, roomy and comfortable with all the amenities I need. But the driver's seat is too firm for my taste and could use more padding. Visibility is poor toward the rear and side. Handling is fine; those who say it handles like a 60's 'luxo barge' don't know what they're talking about. I've owned many large sedans in the 50's - 70's and none approaches the handling of this Avalon. The HID headlamps illuminate my whole field of vision and at night the bright clarity makes me feel like I'm in a space ship. The MPG dashboard display is an unnecessary distracting toy. A glaring mistake is the absence of a sun visor extension. Interior fit/finish is top notch

on 08/01/10 14:44 PM (PDT)

j74b

2011 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Third one

After looking at others vehicles of similar size and power, the Avalon not only was the cheapest with most options, their price was less that 2010 models, with same equipment, second vehicle with sat radio a plus,not as exciting as a Taurus Sho, but better mpg and more rear seat room. Still learning the Nav system but finally conquered phone.

on 08/01/10 13:48 PM (PDT)

lewisclaim

2011 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

The good, the bad and the ugly

A luxury car, that is selling for an increasingly luxury price. Great quite ride which is much better handling with better road feel than I expected. The comfort and features of the interior are great. Styling is just like every other car now, boxy high sides and cat eye windows. Vision is restricted in all the new cars and it is in the Avalon too. None of these manufacturers have an original idea. If you are paying the extra 10% for the limited, the car should at least say limited on it.

on 07/24/10 11:30 AM (PDT)

Ann

2011 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

First Avalon

Purchased in April 2010. My first Toyota and hoping the Avalon lives up to it's name. At the present I am experiencing a problem with the back window shade. It goes up and down at random times. Have no idea what sets this off. Any suggestions before I take to dealer?

on 07/21/10 18:45 PM (PDT)

Big R

2011 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

A Quality Car

Traded off my 2005 Avalon Ltd. with 90,000 miles and after much research went back to a 2011 Avalon LTD. Gas mileage is great. I can get 30-32 mpg on the open road and around 27 mpg mixed. The navigation system is a little hard to figure out and backing is a little difficult even with backup camera. Love the XM/Sirius option. Lots of room inside and big trunk space

on 07/14/10 14:56 PM (PDT)

JOHN D.

2011 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

You don't need a limited

I waited to long to find a 2010 xls with the color that I wanted they were gone but there a few used demo models they had to many miles 3000 plus on them. I guess when Toyota offered a $3000.00 rebate this made the 2010 a lot better buy. My new 2011 Limited has alot of things that most people( myself included) would be better off with out. 1. the vented seats the holes are ugly and get dirty real fast. 2. the new dash gauge is hard to read the gear selection drive (D) is between two small circles. 3. why does the odometer go in large numbers 10-30-50-70-90-110 and so on in twenty (20) mile per hour increments, very hard to judge speed between. 4.The navigation outdated.

on 06/29/10 18:44 PM (PDT)

AutoDrone

2011 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

4th Avalon

Between my family and I we have owned every model of Avalon Toyota has ever made. They've never been particularly striking cars, but they've been great bang-for-the-buck and the rear legroom is unbeatable. The 2011 exterior changes that, it looks 1000 times better. Unfortunately the interior seems to have been downgraded. The "faux-wood" has less shine and looks like a rental car and the fake brushed metal (plastic) center console is ugly and overhangs the rest of the dash by a good inch. The quality of the stitching in the rear seats seems lower as well. I really wanted to like this car based on the tech/look upgrades, but the interior changes are low rent. New version in 2 years.

on 06/29/10 16:21 PM (PDT)

Businessman

2011 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Company Car

I recently picked up a 2011 Avalon as my new company car. Before getting company cars I have owned both the Lexus ES and GS models. While the Avalon is not a Lexus, its total package could be classified between the ES and GS. Ride and handling soft, but everything is a trade off.

on 06/21/10 09:39 AM (PDT)

joseph

2011 Toyota Avalon Sedan 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Most comfortable car

This is the most comfortable car I have driven in 48 years of driving. Very roomy interior; feels like a luxury car. I road tested the BMW, Infinity, Lexus, and Acura. Avalon beats them hands down in every respect. Unless you want to pretend you're an Indy driver, this car has the best road feel. I recommend you test drive this car before making a purchase on another similar vehicle.

on 06/09/10 14:16 PM (PDT)

Marv

2011 Toyota Avalon Sedan 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

The Best of the pack

I owned the first Avalon made and many in between and the most recent 2008. I was doubtful about the changes in styling for the 2011 that I read about. Well, I bought the Avalon and fell in love with the changes to the interior. It seems more upscale. The dash is beautiful. The exterior styling is an improvement. People ask me when I got my Lexus. I say it's an Avalon, they are surprised. I couldn't be happier. I have no complaints at all. The car drives like a dream. I can't wait to drive it every chance I get. It's so quiet. I love the blue tooth, so easy to get it going. I never thought I would pay for satellite radio, but I got hooked. The memory drivers seat is so wonderful.

on 06/05/10 16:06 PM (PDT)

Stuart

2011 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Lexus LS for Half The Price

This is my third Avalon, from 2005 to 2008 to the new 2011, all Limiteds. Each one was better than the last and this is the best yet. I got the new zephyr blue color and it is absolutely stunning. This "redesign" is not much different than the old version but it still looks great and current. Smooth, comfortable, and quiet ride, back seat that feels like a limo. Newly upgraded NAV system with back-up camera. All the bells and whistles you want in a luxury vehicle. I cannot understand why anyone would pay double the price for a Lexus LS.

on 06/05/10 10:18 AM (PDT)

Bill

2011 Toyota Avalon Sedan 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

2011 Avalon

I've had a 1999 Avalon for the last 8 years, so I'm already a fan of the brand. Ordered the Avalon from the dealer, requesting Cypress Pearl/Ivory with upgraded stereo and 5 pc mat set only. It ended up taking a little over 2 months from order date, 45 days if you're counting from build date. The car was definitely worth waiting for. The thing that strikes me most is the quietness in the cabin, whether on a city street, county road, or highway. The quality of workmanship is excellent. The exterior is pleasing yet not exactly attention grabbing true, but I don't really need attention, didn't buy the car for that. The interior is more important to me, and I'm very happy with that.

on 05/22/10 16:23 PM (PDT)

John

2011 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

2011 Cocoa Bean Limited

Just purchased my first Avalon. I've been looking at them for a couple of years. The 2011 has everything I wanted and then some. Smooth and quite ride, with the best sound system on the market. I've owned a Sienna and a Prius and am now trading in a Honda CR-V. Look forward to enjoying many comfortable miles on the highway.

on 05/22/10 05:11 AM (PDT)

WrP1997

2011 Toyota Avalon Sedan 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Welcome refuge

Driving 35K a year in an economy car has the body calling out for more comfort. Compared every luxury/full size car available from BMW to KIA. When you total everything up: MPG/Comfort/Fuel Type/Maintenance/ Price/Features/ Reliability and Design the Avalon is a pretty clear choice. New cabin is clean, clear and concise which instills in you a feeling of unpretentious elegance. The cocoa bean metallic paint is possibly the best color available by any manufacture this year. I have only had mine two weeks but fully expect my Avalon to be a trusted part of our family for the next 10 years.

on 05/19/10 10:01 AM (PDT)

RapidRobert

2011 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Another winner

I bought a '11 Limited after looking at pre-owned '09 & '10. The car just oozes quality. Unbelievable power from a V6 in a large car, especially given the outstanding gas mileage. I get 26- 29 mpg. Nice styling changes to the front & rear ends as well as the dashboard. NAV has been improved & has a backup camera, too. Several optional items are now standard. In reality the price for the Limited has gone down! Before you buy a competitor, drive the Avalon. Dollar for dollar you can not beat it!

on 05/07/10 16:32 PM (PDT)

Retired & carefree

2011 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

So far so great

Very pleased with the car. It has met or exceeded my expectations. Did a lot of research before buying. This is my 1st full size/luxury car. It's a lot of money but it's a heck of a lot of car! With the problems Toyota's reputation is facing today incredible discounts are out there on even new 2011's. But even their MSRP prices beat the snot out of the competition. Tremendous engine, transmission, ride & comfort. Quick as this car is it gets phenomenal mileage. Once you've driven one, you will want it!

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

C and G Shingleton

2011 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Toyota makes another bad decision

Purc'd 4/28/10 - give all eval. ratings a ten. Bliz Pearl w/Lt gray interior carpet. All online 2011 Avalon Ltd online pics as well as build-your-own car have matching carpet color mats. Ours arrived w/black mats we didn't want. Imagine a beautifully designed kitchen, w/a black plywood floor? To the eye, black is a size reducing color. Seems like black mats are up to our knees. Feel we are due $199. Called CA CServ. CS person said we don't reimburse and ALL Avalons now come w/black mats. We said Toyota is deceiving cust. Could have easily notified Dealers or put new link online. CS person had us on hold ten min-came back-said Toyota will reimburse you. Mail us copy of Vehicle sticker. We did

on 06/13/18 15:31 PM (PDT)

Kydna

2005 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Comfort with goodies

Bought this car new. Ordered from scratch. Car now has 82,000 miles and for a 13 year old car has preformed well. Paint was never the best but is still holding it's own for the most part. Car rides well and with the exception of the laser cruise needing to be re-aligned all options still function perfectly. Other than general day to day care........tires, battery belt; the car has been of excellent quality.

on 06/30/17 05:03 AM (PDT)

Misty Wiley

2005 Toyota Avalon Sedan Touring 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Best car I've ever had

We bought this car with 160,000 miles on it ,we have drove it over 100,000 miles with no repairs no problems whatsoever. I would buy this car again!

on 09/01/16 19:12 PM (PDT)

Jeff

2005 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Best car I've ever driven.

I purchased my car out of an impulse buy, simply because it is the greatest car I have ever driven. My 2005 toyota avalon limited, which by the way has 190000 miles, drives like it is brand new. No shakes like what everybody says, no acceleration problems by any means, I enjoy racing it and a newer Hellcat put up a pretty good chance with my avalon. The air conditioned seats are great during the summertime, and the air is insane! The gas mileage, especially the way I drive is great, I'm averaging 20.4 mpg city and 29 mpg highway, with it being 11 years old, and almost 200k miles! Definitely sticking with Toyota after this amazing vehicle!

on 03/24/16 08:03 AM (PDT)

William McKenna

2005 Toyota Avalon Sedan XL 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Great car

Luxury car at a very good price.

on 10/13/15 11:42 AM (PDT)

Edwin S.

2005 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Great bells and whistles but with dangerous flaw

I love everything about this car except for one feature which in my opinion makes it the most dangerous car I've ever driven. When decelerating to make a left turn across a road way the transmission will often shift into neutral and just when you think its safe to accelerate slightly to cross over to your left turn the car wont move, the engine will race in neutral and then suddenly shift into low gear and the car takes off like a rocket almost colliding with the oncoming car that ordinarily you had plenty of time to avoid. Bringing this to the attention of the regional service manager was useless, he just said buy next years model and this will have been fixed.

on 07/13/12 04:57 AM (PDT)

kydna

2005 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

...and a few years later

Still own my 2005 Avalon 7+ years. Almost 41,000 miles. The car has not needed a lot of attention. Now that it does; it calls for the seal to be replaced on the front of the engine block. Oil leak! Of course the engine will have to be removed. 1700.00 repair! Good gas mileage. Seats are fair at best on comfort when heat/cool optioned. Laser cruise is ok for the first 25,000 miles then it is............. particular?? Ok, car but at best a cheap Lexus knockoff!

on 09/28/11 23:41 PM (PDT)

bennettsbebe

2005 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLS 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

NOT WHAT I IMAGINED

Maybe my expectations were too high, but I am not as impressed as I thought I would be. The rear view mirror cant be adjusted as it hits the ceiling because of placement, the paint is peeling. The front has mysterious issues no one can diagnose including jerking randomly, speaking of jerking the tranny does it too when it wants. The headrests are not adjustable, and the seats are not as comfortable as I hoped. I do like the quite cabin, the amazing sound system, the safety features, and the gas mileage, I have gotten as much as 31.5 on the highway. Still I think that Toyota started cutting corners on many of their vehicles staring in 05. Next car: GERMAN even if they are maintenance needy.

on 05/20/11 16:26 PM (PDT)

mikeecee

2005 Toyota Avalon Sedan Touring 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Not the Toyota I Expected

Our Avalon was purchased w/ about 90,000 miles...we took it for a short test drive it was great!HOWEVA', when driving on longer trips, both passenger and driver seats become uncomfortable, to the point of numb legs.After about a year of ownership, during an oil change, the technician informed me there was 'a lot of oil on the engine'.We took it to the dealer, and a crankshaft gasket had failed (they said it is a freak thing).Most expensive repair ever.Otherwise, it has been fairly reliable

on 10/30/10 00:00 AM (PDT)

Momof2

2005 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

2005 Avalon Limited

I've had this car 26 months now and have had no mechanical problems. Replaced the tires and brakes and regular maintenance. Very fun to drive for such a large car, I'm still in my 30's and want something that carries my family comfortably and still has some power under the hood, and my Avalon has it all. Paint seems to be thin though, and has small rust spots in places, even though I wax 2x a year. Only big problem is that when I went to upgrade into a newer model, I lost all of my value due to Toyotas recent problems, and am now stuck upside down. The only good thing to that is at least my car is last me a good long time. I'll be bored of it long before it wears out, I believe.

on 10/19/10 00:00 AM (PDT)

Larry

2005 Toyota Avalon Sedan XL 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Above average returns on investment

I bought the vehicle brand new. No major repair bills until now. Ignition coils all need to be replaced - this is a pricey job. Do your routine maintenance and car should be fine, but suggest that you get an extended warranty if you plan to keep it past 5 yrs and 80,000 miles

on 08/12/10 20:34 PM (PDT)

q45samuel

2005 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Why isn't this car talked about more?

Hello, I traded a paid-off 01 7 series BMW for my 05 Avalon limited. I really lost on the deal, but something seemed so right after I test drove this used Avalon. 2 years later, I've installed an iPod connect and changed the oil twice. Though I no longer Wonder what needs repaired when I drive off, I now smile. This ava limited is my friend. The air conditioner is nice, seats are comfortable, audio and ride do what they're supposed to do, so I ask 'why isn't this car mentioned more for its qualities? 'a true sleeper' I thought, for I live in a upper middle-class neighborhood, and the Avalon seems to be everywhere. Toyotas are around, but the Avalon is everywhere. This may be my last car

on 08/08/10 13:11 PM (PDT)

samuel

2005 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

This car is a sleeper

in my 30 yrs of driving, I've had more than 20 different cars. a 87 lincoln mk7, 93 sc400, 2002 q45, had been my favorites until buying my 05 avalon limited. nearing 2 yrs with 65,000, all done has been installing ipod plug and oil changes. i've taking 2 yrs of auto courses, so i know about problems with autos. my 05 avalon is a true sleeper. every time i get into it, I'm amazed at how it seems to want to be noticed.besides 23 city and 30 plus hwy, it never breaks down. though, like a number of others, i had to be reminded how to use the key fob. thing is why hasn't more be told about this car? my 05 limited is nearly the same car as the 2010 limited,so why hasn't the critics mentioned this?

on 07/19/10 18:54 PM (PDT)

kydna

2005 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Questionable

Car has had no major problems. Time is showing quality issues. Paint chips very easy. Interior headliner needs replaced. Radio door cover opens 40% of the time. Control panel door for nav. falling off! With just over 30,000 miles not the quality I would expect from Toyota! I will return to MB!

on 11/23/09 12:44 PM (PST)

Raj

2005 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLS 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Excellent

I've been driving my Avalon XLS for past 4 yrs. Already put 95,00 miles on it. It drives more than a Lexus,280 HP - decent power and great fuel efficiency (I've got once close 32 mpg).

on 11/12/09 08:54 AM (PST)

Kevin McLean

2005 Toyota Avalon Sedan Touring 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Ultimate reliability

Coming up on 137,000 miles on my Avalon touring edition 2005, the car had zero problems. Of course I have changed the front brakes out once, and tires rotated/changed once. This car has been a sigh of relief in having the confidence this car will not break down. I realize that no car will not run into problems with regular maintenance performed. But, so far this is the most reliable car I have ever purchased. In one year alone I put up 55,000 miles on my Avalon with only a battery change. If you're in outside sales, having to keep every appointment, this is the car for you. Luxury & reliability, this Avalon will be the last car I will ever have to purchase.

on 07/15/09 12:43 PM (PDT)

Kim

2005 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLS 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

80,000 miles and still lovin it

This is the 6th Toyota I have purchased new and love it just as much as the day we brought it home. There have been no major mechanical issues. We recently had a new computer update put in for the jerky transmission. That problem is gone now. Take note if you still have warranty get your dealership to install the update. Love the gas mileage average 27 mpg & have had it up to 35 on expressway road trips. The motor has had a tick in it since day one (sounds a bit like an old Mercedes diesel, not as loud) but it doesn't seem to be having any issues. New brakes & rotors @ 60,000,and it seems like the muffler may be getting ready to be replaced. Have done all maintenance as scheduled. LOVE IT LOVE IT!

on 05/11/09 15:03 PM (PDT)

Steven

2005 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Greatest car from Toyota.

After buying in 2001 a series 5 BMW by 2005 I had had it with this German maker and its pieces of junk cars that let me stranded 4 times and had me dry on repairs. (My brother warned me but I wanted the Beemer... what an idiot I was for not listening). I need something luxurious and reliable and it was not hard to decided among an Avalon an Infinity, and a Lexus LS when I checked the options, size, cost of ownership, features and the styling. Almost 4 years later and never a problem (except for the rear sunshade) this Avalon has been the best car I have owned so far. It is a well designed big car. In the back has a flat floor, seats that recline and plenty of room for teenagers and adults.

on 04/01/09 07:51 AM (PDT)

Jim

2005 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Best Car I've Ever Owned

I bought the car as a Certified Pre- Owned in 11/07 with 16,000 miles on it. I have 49,000 miles now and I absolutely love it! I have not had ANY problems with the car. All it asks for is gas and oil. I had a 2001 Avalon prior to this one and this one is far superior in every way... style, comfort, power, features, reliability. Toyota definitely took the Avalon to the next level! I receive compliments on the car all the time. It is the best luxury car value on the market. I am averaging 23-24 mpg, and routinely get 28-30 mpg on the highway.

on 01/30/09 18:37 PM (PST)

glendola

2005 Toyota Avalon Sedan Touring 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Lots for the money

I purchased my Avalon new in 12/05. It did have 1,100 miles, however I consider that new. It was in the showroom, and in black on black it was a totally impressive and sharp car. I was impressed with the laundry list of standard equipment. From the reclining rear seats, to the most exceptional stereo I have heard, even in cars that cost $15k more. I won't get into the other standard features because that would take forever, let's just say you want for nothing in this car in the way of luxury. I have had absolutely no complaints mechanically. Even the tires with 48,000 miles still have at least 15,0000 miles left on them. The performance is astonishing. Would definitely repurchase.

on 12/19/08 17:14 PM (PST)

Will

2005 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Intermittent Starting Problem

Purchased vehicle new and after approx. 2 years noticed problem in starting engine(no pattern to problem). Dealer claims foot is not being held firmly on brake pedal when starting. Why did it take 2 years for this to become a problem. Dealer has kept vehicle on 2 occasions for several days and says it never failed to start. They said they have never seen this problem before & don't know where to look for the problem. Toyota said basically the same thing. When it fails, and without changing pressure on brake pedal, it usually starts after 4-5 attempts. Strange Toyota "engineers" can't provide a fix for this problem. This is my last Toyota. Small oil leak at 1000 miles.

on 11/16/08 17:23 PM (PST)

john Wittig

2005 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Disappointed

Have had car towed to dealer twice for no start. My first and last Toyota. Never had new car towed before. Car has some good features, great fuel economy, great performance. Love cooled seats. Hid headlights are great. Stereo is great. I no longer feel reliability is there. Transmission is terrible very jerky. Will make last payment soon and car will be gone. Wife wanted Toyota for quality but is disappointed

on 11/13/08 05:17 AM (PST)

Phil

2005 Toyota Avalon Sedan Touring 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Love It!

I went from a Ford Explorer to the 2005 Avalon Touring Edition. I love it! I'm 6'6" and even I would be comfortable in the back seat! I love how the Touring Edition hugs the road. By rotating my tires every 5,000 miles, I was able to get 60,000 miles off the original set. 2 years and 1 month of ownership the battery died. I am disappointed somewhat in the quality of the interior. The finish is wearing off on inside the drivers door handle and a few other small issues but overall the car is great and gets great gas mileage.

on 10/10/08 18:00 PM (PDT)

Paul

2005 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Lexus quality for Toyota price

This car has great power and outstanding gas mileage. 30 mpg on the highway! The stereo plastic cover is dumb and not needed. A/C and heated seats are the best! We owned a Volvo S80 T6 which was a mechanical nightmare so we are so excited to have this reliable car. I miss the volvo seats but that's it! This Avalon is a great value and beautiful to drive but I wish it had a more sporty feel... my wife loves it though and didn't want the Nissan Maxima that I tried to get us. This car is better than I thought even thought the older people seem to drive it after retirement. We are in our 30s so we are making it a cool car!

on 08/14/08 14:55 PM (PDT)

Phillip

2005 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

LessThan Perfect

After 65,000 miles, I have become to like the car more now than when first purchased. Bad interior rattle near top of back glass. It took tree trips to dealer to get fixed. Has lots of other little rattles in cold weather. Transmission hesitation and jerkiness at low speeds is a definite design flaw to me; however, Toyota will not admit to this of course. The hvac system is very hard to control, especially in cold weather. Once automatic system acclimates, warm air comes from floor vents and unwanted cold air comes from dash vents. Toyota will not admit to this design flaw either. The laser cruise control in concept is great; however, it doesn't work as should, waste of money.

on 07/30/08 20:04 PM (PDT)

JB

2005 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLS 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Great Value

This car is a true bargain. I have owned other sedans but for the money this may be the smartest choice. This car is a true pleasure if you like a luxurious ride with great reliability. The car is smart looking without going overboard, the interior is excellent. For buyers looking for a sport feel this car is not the right choice.

on 05/03/08 12:29 PM (PDT)

Susan F

2005 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Best Ever!

This is my second Toyota Avalon. I love this 2005 Ltd. When I owned my other the XLS was the top of the line but, was an excellent car prompting me to buy another one after reaching 145,000 with no major problems. This is a truly exceptional handling car with power, luxury and is also fun to drive. When I am driving my Avalon, I am truly at the helm of my flag ship. Do your self a favor, go test drive a truly luxury, full-sized Avalon and you will be hooked. Happy driving!

on 01/08/08 16:26 PM (PST)

My First Toyota

2005 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLS 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Not up to Toyota hype of Quality

In for service many, many times for rattles and squeaks. Noise was in both front and back of vehicle. Original set of tires lasted 19,000 miles and was told by the dealer this is common for that car. They are expensive to replace as are the wiper blades. Rear brakes showing more wear than front (odd for a front wheel drive car) and will have to be replaced in approx. 5-10 thousand miles. Mileage on the road is down about 3 miles per gallon since new. All in all I guess I am disappointed in my Toyota ownership experience. It is not that it is a bad vehicle, but it simply does not live up to the quality Toyota advertises.

on 12/09/07 20:59 PM (PST)

james

2005 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Great car

Just purchased the 05 limited model, excellent power, nice interior features, real nice ride. The paint buffs out real nice, lots of depth and great shine even on the light color. Real solid feel to the ride.

on 11/27/07 05:53 AM (PST)

Allan Whaite

2005 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Best Ever

This is my third Avalon and is the best car I have ever owned. Very comfortable and good gas mileage. This is a keeper and in my 74 years have owned a lot of cars

on 09/14/07 20:13 PM (PDT)

JB

2005 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

It's been almost perfect

Unbelievable power and gas mileage for this size car. We always get well over 30 mpg on the highway. Quiet and smooth and has tons of leg room. Continues to look beautiful after 2+ years. No problems so far.

on 08/12/07 13:14 PM (PDT)

rogermot

2005 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

2005 Avalon is reliability plus

I have owned this car for over two years and have 38,000 miles plus on it. Other than the front window shade holder falling out and being replaced, there have been no other maintenance problems. This is the first car that I have ever owned that has been maintenance free. Reliability has been outstanding!

on 08/12/07 10:32 AM (PDT)

Better than your ave

2005 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Better than your average bear

Very pleasant highway car. A little large for personal preference. Navigation system could be easier to use.

on 07/05/07 17:17 PM (PDT)

Unhappy Camper

2005 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLS 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Pass on this car

Not what I expected from Toyota! Frequent visits to the dealer for a variety of repairs including replacement of the intermediate steering column, repair of a faulty air bag system (which by the way involves disassembly of basically the entire interior), oil leak, and replacement of driver side leather seat for premature cracking wear. If that's not enough, it's back in the shop once again because the faulty air bag light has come back on. I can not believe this is a Toyota. Had previously owned a Previa van that was extremely reliable. Would not recommend this car to anyone.

on 06/18/07 13:15 PM (PDT)

Dan Barrett

2005 Toyota Avalon Sedan Touring 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Great Ride

Exceptional vehicle, it is a solid 12 on a 10 point scale. No disappointments, just a pleasant ride, excellent performance and good fuel economy.

on 06/04/07 06:08 AM (PDT)

John

2005 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLS 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Toyota Quality?

Very soft paint. Chips and pit marks started to appear almost from the first day. After the first winter there were easily 100 "holes" in the paint all over the car. Toyota would not stand behind the defect. They stated it was from road salt and stones, etc. I agree that is what causes the marks but I looked at many others cars with similar driving conditions and none were even close to the condition of mine. The next big problem was with the brakes. A front caliper locked up at about 44K miles. The repair - two front calipers, rotors, pads, labor was almost $900. It would have been much much more at the dealer with OEM parts. So this is Toyota quality?

on 03/21/07 05:53 AM (PDT)

Roger

2005 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLS 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Disappointed for the money

I am selling the car after 25 months of ownership. What a disappointment. Worst highway car I have ever owned. Can't keep it between the lines and forget about driving it on the highway when it is breezy. Transmission is the worst at slow speed. Motor is very noisy. AC climate control in the winter is very poor. Steering problems, oil leaks, radio problems. This car is not what the so-called experts claim it to be. Buy some other vehicle. Don't listen to the experts.

on 03/13/07 18:25 PM (PDT)

L Gigante

2005 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Best car I have ever owned

Great power, economy and comfort. Lots of nice features and well thought out. Sharp looking but not gaudy.

on 03/04/07 16:47 PM (PST)

kydna42406

2005 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Re-toyota

Owned previous model 2004 xls. Upon the redesign traded for 2005. No real quality issues for the new model with the exception of the radio door sticking. Needs minor adjustment. Brakes are a bit sluggish with heavy humidity on first stop. Other wise no issues on the first 16000 miles. Comfort, features, gas mileage, all wonderful. Heat and air seats, two thumbs up!

on 02/11/07 13:46 PM (PST)

MichaelG

2005 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLS 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Love it but not reliable so far

We have 20K miles on our 2005. We love the car but it has been in the shop several times. It does have a transmission hesitation but is only an issue in rush hour. Currently, it is in the shop for another month awaiting a new steering assembly.

on 02/01/07 18:16 PM (PST)

Rayalon

2005 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Still Running Great

After 25,000 miles this car still looks great and is running flawless. Makes long driving trips a breeze with all the comforts one would expect from this fine automobile.

on 12/09/06 06:11 AM (PST)

Ralph Joch

2005 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLS 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Next to Lexus.

An absolute pleasure to drive, city or highway.

on 11/22/06 10:31 AM (PST)

swerge

2005 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

05 Avalon

The remote start system is poor at best. It will operate locks across a parking lot but you to be close to start the car. The operation of key fob is tricky then engine stops upon entry and needs to be restarted.

on 10/31/06 15:03 PM (PST)

Roberta

2005 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

This is a Gem of a car

The outside does not halfway hint the wonder inside the 4 doors of this luxury vehicle even though it is pretty. Everyone, including the passengers in the reclining rear seats get special treatment. The moon roof, comfort and ease of driving make each trip a great time. Lots of spirit for a 6 cylinder so I have had to monitor the speed frequently on this great driving machine. With low miles for a used car, I plan on having this for at least 10 years. Cars used to last that long, however most of mine, in the past, have not stood the test of that duration. I might not like it much if it does not hold up to my expectations for that long. The price was enough so it should last .

on 10/12/06 13:48 PM (PDT)

Freezer

2005 Toyota Avalon Sedan Touring 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Nice car, Major oil leak...

Purchased in 11/05 as a pre-owned "certified" vehicle. We have the blizzard pearl with black interior. Purchased with 8,000 miles on it. The vehicle handles nice with plenty of horsepower. Noticed an oil leak the first day we brought it home. Brought it back to the dealer and they performed a TSB repair, oil lines etc. To make a long story short we went back to this dealer at least 3 times to fix and to another dealer about 4 additional times to finally get this resolved. We had to involve the Toyota Corp rep to get satisfied results. The engine had to be pulled to find the leak which was a void in the seam sealer near the cam saddle. Lets just say that I never expected this from a Toyota.

on 09/12/06 11:11 AM (PDT)

Luxury

2005 Toyota Avalon Sedan Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Great Car

I have owned many luxury cars, this by far is the best car I have ever owned.

on 08/26/06 10:57 AM (PDT)

David Kosik

2005 Toyota Avalon Sedan XL 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Interior Access Panels

The overall interior layout is very good, however the access doors (panels) in the front seat are to close to each other. This in turn causes a problem when stored items are needed from the storage areas. This was my first purchase of a Toyota vehicle and the driving performance exceeded my expectations. On a recent vacation trip I was extremely pleased with the comfort and gas mileage and would rate the 2005 Avalon in the top five sedans of comparable size and cost.

on 08/15/06 05:36 AM (PDT)

Bob Daugherty

2005 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLS 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Avalon Experience

The car is more than can be expected for the price. The Avalon is more Lexus than Toyota. It delivers what Toyota (Lexus) promises in every department.

on 08/02/06 09:29 AM (PDT)

Touring05

2005 Toyota Avalon Sedan Touring 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Lovely Avy Touring 05

I have been driving this car for a year now and I like this car a lot. I am in love with this car, let me put it this way. I know that there are always some problems with any new car but it's a small matter. For instance the shield between a spoiler and the trunk is somehow sticking out. The other thing is the frog light is loosening. Other than that it's a great car. As you know it's a big car and comfortable which I feel like I am in the living room especially when I am in the back seat with recliner. Also I think It's saved me gas with this big car and comfy. How can you beat that? Most importantly I like the power this car. it's unbelievable but at the same time it rides like a lexus.

on 07/31/06 16:46 PM (PDT)

DLK

2005 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLS 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Great Ride - one minor fix

Never had a car ride so nice on a long trip.

on 07/04/06 10:58 AM (PDT)

kloogee

2005 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLS 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Great Car

So far this has been a great car. It is very spacious inside, has great power, and rides very smoothly. After a recent long distance trip, we all felt very fresh after a long day traveling. City MPG seems like it could be a bit better but is probably a result of my heavy foot. Highway mileage while in cruise control is good. With 5 passengers (4 large adults and a small child) plus a trunk stuffed completely full, we were averaging nearly 30 MPG while cruising steadily.

on 06/26/06 07:29 AM (PDT)

camadden

2005 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLS 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

2005 Avalon-Transmission Problems

I bought a new 2005 Avalon last year (my first experience buying a Toyota) because I had heard such wonderful things about it and the Camry. Boy, am I disappointed ! The transmission is horrible. It "bucks" when accelerating from a stop or slow driving. I was told that it needs to "learn" how to behave from the driver. During one service appointment, they "untaught" it to see what would happen. No change. My kids get car sick, it's so bad. The dealer told me to keep checking with them for a "fix". If there is no "fix" soon, I plan to get rid of it while it's still under warranty so it will have a good selling point.

on 06/13/06 18:18 PM (PDT)

Evelyn Smith

2005 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLS 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Evelyn's Avalon

This is the most comfort for a fuel efficient car that I have ever driven. I tested many different makes before purchasing and I kept going back to this model. The handling is excellent on the road. I feel very safe traveling in my Avalon.

on 06/08/06 17:06 PM (PDT)

Mid-Tennessee

2005 Toyota Avalon Sedan XLS 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

In love with our AVALON

We own three cars one of which is a 2005 Avalon. Never have I had a luxury car that drove or rode smoothly as this car. It rides like the large Lexus for half the price. Our Avalon is very easy on the gas too. I am in love with my Avalon and will definitely purchase another when ready to trade.