New Car Review of the 2006 Toyota Avalon Full-Size Sedan
Base MSRP Range: $26,625 - $33,815
Base Invoice Range: $23,788 - $29,757
MSRP As Tested: $30,034.
Versions: XL, Touring, XLS, Limited.
Vehicle Category: Full-Size Sedan
Engine Location: Front Engine
Drive Wheels: Front-Wheel Drive.
Standard Engine as Tested: 3.5-liter, Dual Overhead Cam, 16-valves, V-6, 268 – horsepower at 6200 rpm and 248 lb-ft torque at 4700 rpm.
Transmission: Five-speed automatic.
Fuel Economy (city/hwy): 22/31.
Standard Safety Features: Dual front airbags, Front side airbags, Curtain side airbags, Driver knee airbag, "> Anti-lock 4-wheel disc brakes, Daytime running lights, Emergency inside trunklid release.
Competition: Acura TL, Acura TSX, Chevrolet Malibu, Chrysler Sebring, Ford Fusion, Honda Accord, Mazda 6, Nissan Altima, Volkswagen Passat.
Review to follow.
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Where Built: USA
Major Options: Packages 1 and 2, Convenience Package, Preferred Package. Navigation system, Power sunroof, Satellite radio, Leather upholstery, Heated front seats, Keyless access and start, Alloy wheels.
Seating: 5.
Number of Rows: 2.
Length in Inches: 197.2
Warranties: 3-year/36,000-mile Bumper to Bumper, 5-year/60,000-mile Powertrain, 5-year/unlimited-mileage Corrosion Protection.
Weight in Pounds: 3490 lbs.
Cargo Capacity in Pounds: Not Available.
Gross Maximum Vehicle Weight in Pounds: Not Available.
Towing Capacity in Pounds: Not Available.
Gas Tank Capacity in Gallons: 18.0
Destination Charge: $540
