Toyota Avalon first generation

Toyota Avalon first generation
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The Toyota Avalon first generation (1995–1999): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 3 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: XX10 · Sold in: United States and Canada

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationNorth AmericaWikipedia
Dimensions
Length–4,831–4,874 mm
Width–1,786–1,791 mm
Height–1,420–1,440 mm
Wheelbase–2,720 mm
Seats and space
Luggage space (EPA)425 L EPA–
Passenger space (EPA)3,002 L EPA–

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia, US EPA fuel economy data. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

584 complaints for model years 1995–1999. 70 crashes · 6 fires · 59 injuries · 3 deaths

  • Speed control 52
  • Suspension 48
  • Airbags 46
  • Steering 39
  • Engine 27
  • Tyres 24

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 3 versions of the Toyota Avalon first generation

United States 2 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
1998–20002MODE 2LKUP · CLKUP3.0 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA251 g/km
1995–1997(FFS), 2MODE 2LKUP3.0 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive21–22 MPG (10.7–11.2 L/100 km) EPA251–263 g/km

Canada 1 version

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
1995–1999Full-size3.0 LPetrol4-speed automatic10.8–11.4 L/100 km 5-cycle248–262 g/km

Similar models from other brands

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.