2018 Toyota Avalon Hybrid review

1. Easy on fuel 

For a large sedan, the 2018 Toyota Avalon Hybrid is very easy on fuel. An electric motor aids the 2.5L four-cylinder gas engine so that it sips fuel more gently. The Avalon Hybrid rolling on 17-inch wheels has an EPA-estimated 40 mpg combined. Selectable driving modes mean you can tailor the drive to your needs, and the full electric mode allows you to drive silently for short distances up to 20 mph. Frugal consumption may be the name of the game, but with 200 hp, the Avalon Hybrid still gives you respectable performance. 

2. A hushed drive 

Whether you’re on a long highway cruise with the family, or heading solo to the gym, the Avalon Hybrid is super quiet. The windshield and front side windows are made from acoustic noise-reducing glass, shutting out unwanted noises, so you can enjoy a more relaxed driving experience. Whoever you’re traveling with, you’ll all be able to chat more easily or revel in the sounds delivered by the standard eight or available 11-speaker audio systems.  

3. Luxurious interior 

Climb into the Avalon Hybrid and you’re greeted by a luxurious interior. Soft-touch surfaces and premium-looking materials abound. Wood-grain-style interior trim with smoked-chrome interior details and door handles add to the upmarket ambience, along with the metal rotary knobs for the infotainment system that resemble those on a luxury Hi-Fi. High-tech features include touch-sensitive surfaces surrounding the center screen. Choose the Limited trim, and white LED ambient lighting will soothe nighttime drives. 

4. Loaded trims 

The feature list of the Toyota Avalon Hybrid is as big as the car itself. Convenience on all trims comes from the keyless and illuminated entry on the front doors and trunk, push-button start, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, and heated and power-folding side mirrors. If you like to be entertained, the Avalon Hybrid will please with a seven-inch color touchscreen and Bluetooth^® connectivity features. XLE Premium and Limited trims have Toyota’s Entune^™ App Suite bundle with navigation and smartphone app integration.

5. Room for everything 

Whether you’re driving to the store, or on the daily commute, the 2018 Toyota Avalon Hybrid will fit in everyone and everything with ease. The 42.1 inches of front seat legroom means adults can stretch out on those longer trips. Those in the back will be comfy, too, with 39.1 inches of rear legroom. Storage spaces around the cabin mean odds and ends will soon find their place, and 14 cu-ft of cargo space gives you all the space you need.