2017 Toyota Avalon: What's New
Vehicle Overview
What it is: Toyota’s full-size Avalon sedan received a mild makeover inside and out last year. It comes with a standard V-6 engine, but a gas-electric hybrid drivetrain is also offered. The Avalon seats five people and competes with the Chevrolet Impala, Ford Taurus and Hyundai Azera.
New for 2017
Toyota Safety Sense P is now standard on all trim levels. It includes forward collision warning with pedestrian detection, lane departure warning and prevention, automatic high-beam headlights and adaptive cruise control.
Significant Standard Features
- 268-horsepower, 3.5-liter V-6 engine
- Six-speed automatic transmission
- Front-wheel drive
- Heated side mirrors
- 17-inch alloy wheels
- Tilt and telescoping steering wheel
- Remote keyless entry
- Automatic air conditioning
- Leather upholstery
- Heated front seats
- Required in every new car: front airbags, antilock brakes and an electronic stability system
Significant Available Features
- 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine and an electric motor make 200 hp total (Avalon Hybrid)
- Continuously variable automatic transmission (Avalon Hybrid)
- Navigation system
- Rain-sensing windshield wipers
- Heated rear seats
- Ventilated front seats
- Power moonroof
- 18-inch alloy wheels
