2012 Toyota Avalon review
Toyota Avalon highlights
Customer rating
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Mileage (EPA estimate)
19 city, 28 highway, 23 combined
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- Avalon trims have been upgraded with Smart Key as standard equipment this year.
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Ratings & reliability
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RepairPal gave the Toyota Avalon an overall reliability rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks Toyota Avalon 1st out of 13 among Fullsize Cars.
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Base 2WD 4D Sedan
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- CD Audio
- Cruise Control
- Leather Seats
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Rear Spoiler
- Rear View Camera
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Sunroof(s)
- Traction Control
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- JBL Sound System
- Leather Seats
- Memory Seat(s)
- Navigation System
- Parking Sensors
- Rear Spoiler
- Rear Sunshade
- Rear View Camera
- Smart Key
- Sunroof(s)
Drive Wheels
Front Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
3.5L
Horsepower
268
Torque (ft-lbs)
248
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
18.5
Wheelbase
111"
Overall length
197.6"
Width
72.8"
Height
58.5"
Leg room
F 41.3"/R 40.9"
Head room
F 38.9"/R 37.5"
Front tires
P215/55R17
Rear tires
P215/55R17
Seating capacity
5
Max towing capacity
100/1000 lbs.
Transmission
Automatic
2012 Toyota Avalon FAQ
The 2012 Toyota Avalon is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- Base: 19 MPG City and 28 MPG Highway
- Limited: 19 MPG City and 28 MPG Highway
The Toyota Avalon received a rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks the Toyota Avalon as 0 out of 13 among Fullsize Car
The 2012 Toyota Avalon has received an average 4.6 out of 5 stars from our customers. If you're in the market for a 2012 Toyota Avalon, check out reviews from customers just like you. 2012 Toyota Avalon Reviews.
The 2012 Toyota Avalon has a maximum towing capacity of 1000 pounds, when properly equipped. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories.
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