Toyota Avalon third generation

Toyota Avalon third generation
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The Toyota Avalon third generation (2005–2012): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 5 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: XX30 · Sold in: United States, Canada, and European Union

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationEuropeNorth AmericaWikipedia
Dimensions
Length–5,010 mm TC5,009–5,020 mm
Width–1,850 mm TC1,850 mm
Height–1,470 mm TC1,485 mm
Wheelbase2,820 mm RDW2,820 mm TC2,820 mm
Front track–1,580 mm TC–
Rear track–1,570 mm TC–
Weights and towing
Kerb weight1,540 kg RDW1,615 kg TC1,615–1,660 kg
Mass in running order1,640 kg RDW––
Gross vehicle weight2,070 kg RDW––
Seats and space
Seats5 RDW––
Doors4 RDW––
Luggage space (EPA)–396 L EPA–
Passenger space (EPA)–3,030 L EPA–

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Transport Canada vehicle specifications, Wikipedia, RDW type approvals (Netherlands), US EPA fuel economy data. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

1,453 complaints for model years 2005–2012. 198 crashes · 14 fires · 130 injuries · 7 deaths

  • Speed control 313
  • Lights 240
  • Steering 158
  • Electrical system 124
  • Transmission and drivetrain 102
  • Engine 89

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 5 versions of the Toyota Avalon third generation

United States 3 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
2011–20123.5 LPetrol6-speed automaticFront-wheel drive22–23 MPG (10.2–10.7 L/100 km) EPA240–251 g/km
2008–2010CLKUP3.5 LPetrol6-speed automaticFront-wheel drive22–23 MPG (10.2–10.7 L/100 km) EPA240–251 g/km
2005–2007CLKUP3.5 LPetrol5-speed automaticFront-wheel drive22–23 MPG (10.2–10.7 L/100 km) EPA240–251 g/km

Canada 2 versions

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

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2008–2012Full-size3.5 LPetrol6-speed automatic10.3–10.4 L/100 km 5-cycle237–239 g/km
2006–2007Full-size3.5 LPetrol5-speed automatic10.4–10.6 L/100 km 5-cycle239–244 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.