2017 Toyota Avalon vs. 2015 Toyota Avalon Full Comparison of Specs, Features, and Owner Reviews

2017 Toyota Avalon

Trim

XLE

2015 Toyota Avalon

Trim

XLE

Drivetrain

Front Wheel Drive

Engine

3.5L DOHC 24V V6 w/Dual VVT

Number of cylinders

Fuel Type

Gasoline Fuel

Fuel Capacity

17.2 gal.

17 gal.

Torque

248 ft. lbs.

Horsepower

268 hp.

MPG (City/Hwy)

21/30

21/31

Transmission

6 Speed Automatic w/OD

Seating Capacity

Cargo Capacity

16 cu. ft.

Curb Weight

3505 lbs.

Tires

P215/55VR17

Front Head Room

38.5"

37.6"

Front Leg Room

42.1"

Wheelbase

111"

Length

195.3"

Width

72.2"

Height

57.5"

Valves per cylinder

Exterior Photos & Dimensions

2017 Toyota Avalon

2015 Toyota Avalon

Exterior Features

2017 Toyota Avalon

Trim

XLE

2015 Toyota Avalon

Trim

XLE

Steel Spare Wheel

Standard

Wheels: 17" x 7.0" 10 Silver-Painted Alloy

Not Available

Standard

Compact Spare Tire Mounted Inside Under Cargo

Standard

Body-Colored Rear Bumper w/Black Rub Strip/Fascia Accent

Not Available

Standard

Wheels: 17" x 7.0" Dark Gray-Painted Alloy -inc: machined finish

Standard

Not Available

Body-Colored Front Bumper w/Chrome Rub Strip/Fascia Accent

Not Available

Standard

Tires: P215/55R17 AS

Standard

Chrome Grille

Not Available

Standard

Body-Colored Power Heated Side Mirrors w/Manual Folding and Turn Signal Indicator

Standard

Auto On/Off Projector Beam Halogen Headlamps w/Delay-Off

Not Available

Standard

Body-Colored Rear Bumper w/Black Rub Strip/Fascia Accent and Chrome Bumper Insert

Standard

Not Available

De-Content Grade Package

Not Available

Standard

Body-Colored Front Bumper

Standard

Not Available

Colored Grille w/Chrome Surround

Standard

Not Available

Chrome Door Handles

Standard

Fully Galvanized Steel Panels

Standard

Clearcoat Paint

Standard

Chrome Side Windows Trim

Standard

Laminated Glass

Standard

Front Windshield -inc: Sun Visor Strip

Standard

Light Tinted Glass

Standard

Variable Intermittent Wipers

Standard

Auto On/Off Projector Beam Halogen Auto High-Beam Headlamps w/Delay-Off

Standard

Not Available

Headlights-Automatic Highbeams

Standard

Not Available

LED Brakelights

Standard

Trunk Rear Cargo Access

Standard

Fixed Rear Window w/Defroster

Standard

Exterior Colors

2017 Toyota Avalon

2015 Toyota Avalon

Interior Photos, Dimensions & Features

2017 Toyota Avalon

2015 Toyota Avalon

Interior Features

2017 Toyota Avalon

Trim

XLE

2015 Toyota Avalon

Trim

XLE

Multi-Stage Heated Front Bucket Seats -inc: 8-way power adjustable driver's seat w/power lumbar and 4-way power adjustable front passenger seat

Standard

Interior Trim -inc: Simulated Wood/Metal-Look Instrument Panel Insert, Chrome Interior Accents and Leatherette Upholstered Dashboard

Not Available

Standard

Leather Seat Trim

Standard

Leather/Simulated Wood Gear Shifter Material

Not Available

Standard

Manual Adjustable Front Head Restraints and Manual Adjustable Rear Head Restraints

Standard

Inner Mirror EC Delete

Not Available

Standard

Bench Front Facing Rear Seat

Standard

Garage Opener Delete

Not Available

Standard

HVAC -inc: Underseat Ducts and Console Ducts

Standard

Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column

Standard

Leather Steering Wheel

Standard

Cruise Control w/Steering Wheel Controls

Standard

Instrument Panel Covered Bin, Driver / Passenger And Rear Door Bins

Standard

Interior Trim -inc: Simulated Wood/Metal-Look Instrument Panel Insert, Chrome/Metal-Look Interior Accents and Leatherette Upholstered Dashboard

Standard

Not Available

Gauges -inc: Speedometer, Odometer, Engine Coolant Temp, Tachometer, Trip Odometer and Trip Computer

Standard

Outside Temp Gauge

Standard

Full Floor Console w/Covered Storage, Mini Overhead Console w/Storage and 3 12V DC Power Outlets

Standard

Cargo Area Concealed Storage

Standard

2 Seatback Storage Pockets

Standard

Carpet Floor Trim and Carpet Trunk Lid/Rear Cargo Door Trim

Standard

Front Center Armrest and Rear Center Armrest w/Pass-Thru

Standard

FOB Controls -inc: Cargo Access

Standard

Remote Releases -Inc: Power Cargo Access

Standard

Cargo Space Lights

Standard

Leatherette Door Trim Insert

Standard

Driver And Passenger Visor Vanity Mirrors w/Driver And Passenger Illumination

Standard

Driver Foot Rest

Standard

Leather/Chrome Gear Shifter Material

Standard

Not Available

Illuminated Locking Glove Box

Standard

Day-Night Rearview Mirror

Standard

Front Cupholder

Standard

Rear Cupholder

Standard

Full Carpet Floor Covering

Standard

Full Cloth Headliner

Standard

Power 1st Row Windows w/Front And Rear 1-Touch Up/Down

Standard

Power Rear Windows

Standard

Fade-To-Off Interior Lighting

Standard

Front And Rear Map Lights

Standard

Delayed Accessory Power

Standard

Perimeter Alarm

Standard

Power Door Locks w/Autolock Feature

Standard

Power Fuel Flap Locking Type

Standard

Garage Door Transmitter

Standard

Not Available

Distance Pacing

Standard

Not Available

3 12V DC Power Outlets

Standard

Proximity Key For Doors And Push Button Start

Standard

Remote Keyless Entry w/Integrated Key Transmitter, 2 Door Curb/Courtesy, Illuminated Entry, Illuminated Ignition Switch and Panic Button

Standard

Valet Function

Standard

Immobilizer

Standard

Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning

Standard

Air Filtration

Standard

Trip Computer

Standard

Analog Appearance

Standard

Owner Reviews

2017 Toyota Avalon

4.77

95 Reviews

Richard E

It is the second time I have bought this model.

Very comfortable vehicle that is not only good looking and fun to drive but very roomy. In addition there is plenty of interior room and sufficient storage space. Technology is superior for the cost and safety feature enhance the driving experience and level of safety.

nicolos W

Overall it's a good quality vehicle.

My car have no problem.It's have confidence performance and more reliable. It truly stand out, it comes to style, comfort and hybrid fuel economy. It also smooth and quiet.It's a exceptional space and style. Its handling so easy and relaxable. I feel comfort this car.

Dante D

I am very pleased with my car and I would get it again.

To start out I would like to say that my car is a very good car. I got it for a good price at the time I bought it but I am starting to have issues with the air conditioning at around 70,000 and also the front left bumper has came over the body just a little bit but that is about it. I get great gas mileage and I honestly love the car.

Katherine D

Sound system is the bomb. Friends loved it.

Plenty of standard advanced safety features and is potent. Its offer comfort, good amenities, safety controls, review camera, quiet engine. The sound system is clear and loud just how I like it. Seats are comfortable. Overall just a wonderful luxury car with a great price point.

Allen D

My vehicle, is good vehicle to purchase. It is reliable & good for driving.

Problems: it is much costly and it consume more fuel. Performance: very well and easy to drive. Reliability: it is very reliable and easy to purchase. Comfort: it is much comfortable and can easily went on any vacation. Features: it has 4 sit, good mileage, extra gear.

Matthew M

This car is amazing and it is always given me the best support.

It about the year I have this car but I have never faced any kind of major problem and the performance is also good I am very satisfied with my vehicle. It also comfortable and the feature of this vehicle is mind blowing. I love it. In future I want this kind of car with this kind of performance and features.

Roy P

Toyota Avalon customer review.

I do not have any problems with this car, but sometimes it makes noise when I drove it for long time. But the mileage of this car is so excellent. Design is just outstanding. The seats of this car is so comfortable. But headlight should be improved slightly. Because in long range it does not work properly.

Gabriela Z

8-speed automatic with man.

Highs efficient powertrains, huge trunk space, long list of standard features. Lows polarizing exterior, bland-looking infotainment interface, all-wheel drive only offered on two trims. Verdict for the shrinking number of people buying large sedans, the Avalon will do quite nicely.

2015 Toyota Avalon

4.59

116 Reviews

Cynthia G

I purchased a 2015 Avalon and replaces my 2011 Avalon.

Excellent service, best car ever I drive. This car is very comfortable. And Toyota is a big company they make their car for all classes people. Once favored almost exclusively by the senior set, the Avalon made a remarkable about-face in its most recent redesign. For starters, Toyota buttoned down the suspension, tuned accuracy into the steering, and injected the entire package with a healthy dose of style. Even with pretty much zero mechanical changes since 2013, the Avalon still impresses with its nicely damped body motions, confident handling, and smooth and relatively stout v-6 engine, which can muster a 6.1-second zero-to-60 time.

Ashley A

Reliable and comfortable.

This car is amazing! The rear view cameras really help when backing up and catching things I would miss. The leather interior is soft and comfortable. Plenty of legroom as well as it being an all around reliable car. There is also sensors that warns when another car is too close. It is a car that performs beautifully.

Ari L

Perfect family car. Safety and reliable.

Overall I love the vehicle. I haven’t had any issues with it since purchase. I love the amount of space it has for passengers especially since I do have a child, it leaves enough leg room for a car seat to go in. Security features are great, air bags etc.

Cristino D

My experience through Avalon.

Toyota Avalon is a good choice in the large car class. It has punchy v6 engine, surefooted handling and a supple ride. The Avalon also piles on the advanced safety features. An eight speed automatic transmission sends power to the front wheels; axle and the engine hustles the Avalon from to 60 mph in 6.0 seconds. I just love to drive it.

Kevin C

My thoughts on the 2015 Toyota Avalon.

It is a reliable vehicle and good on gas but it is not anything too special and it doesn't look too cool. I enjoy the interior, it is comfortable and durable. It has good electronics and steering. It is a little small and basic but a very good vehicles nonetheless.

Rebecca A

The perfect large family car.

I like the reliability of a Toyota. The car runs well and we have had to make very few repairs to it over the years. My first car was a Camry and I appreciate the way Toyotas continue to run well for a long period of time. The Avalon is the perfect size for my large family. We all fit normally and are not too cramped during vacations. The car is comfortable. The car is big enough for my family, but not so big that I have difficulty parking in tight spots. The fuel mileage seems pretty reasonable for the size of the car as well. I like using the Toyota service center too. The workers there are helpful and make keeping our car serviced an easy task.

Whitney A

The most interesting detail about my car, the fact that the seats heat and cool.

It is very comfortable and the added accessories really made it perfect. Leather seats that allow both cooling and heating. The back seats are heated as well. Rear backup camera with sensors. I especially like the blind spot sensors that warn me not to merge if there is a car in my blind spot.

Deb N

Comfortable for all passengers and great gas mileage.

It has a very smooth ride, great gas mileage and extremely comfortable Even for backseat passengers. I am not fond of leather and wish we could get it in a plush seat like my previous Avalon. I have the off-white leather and it shows a lot of dirt including blue from blue jeans which of been washed many many times.This is my third Avalon and I will definitely get another one because I like it so much. I don't know if it is due to the curve of the windshield or just my bad luck but all three Avalon's have had chipped windshield from stones flying up from other cars.

Advantage: 2017 Toyota Avalon

Problems Reported By Owners

2017 Toyota Avalon

Based on owner reviews, 2.1% of users reported having problems with the 2017 Toyota Avalon

Alex G

Comfort 5. Value for the money 5. Interior 3.5. Exterior 4.2. Performance 4.

The Avalon is considered the flagship model of Toyota, however it has a very conservative design (for this year range) that does not turn heads or entices people. What it lacks in its looks it makes up for in the balance of other desires being met. The performance is good, the ride is comfortable and smooth, the cabin it quiet, safety system, and the features are plenty. The only complaint I have is lack of 100% led bulbs, the weird offloaded car applications through your phone, and the lack of some luxury features being standard on it. Keep in mind. There are countless places where this Avalon is projected to be one of the longest lasting and most reliable cars of all time. I would definitely consider that as you purchase.

Peter A

The vehicle that holds much power to be seen. It is great and it is glorious.

Problems-there are very few problems with the car itself however over time I have noticed that the tires seem to lose pressure quite quickly. Performance-the performance of the car is far more than I had predicted it to be. It is a amazing vehicle and the specifics of the performance such as speed, turning, and other things of that manner work very well. Reliability-I would consider this car to have some very good reliability considering that I have had it for 3 whole years and have not thought of buying a different car for that time. It is clearly a very reliable vehicle and I believe that all should try it out. Comfort-the comfort of the vehicle is also well done and there really is not much to say about it since it is just a comfortable car, I will say however that the seats are very luxurious. Features-there are not too many features to the car if there are even any which is a small downside to the car.

2015 Toyota Avalon

Based on owner reviews, 3.4% of users reported having problems with the 2015 Toyota Avalon

susan j

The technology that the company has put in this car is great.

I like the color of white. I get great mileage. The interior is what I wanted. There is nothing that I dislike.

Daniel N

Nice, stylish, good mileage, A comfortable fun driving car. I have performed all the maintenance as scheduled and the car has been trouble free. This is my second Avalon and my 5th Toyota.

The paint is much more tender than my previous Toyotas. The car drives very smooth and is comfortable. Accelerates very quickly.

Stephen C

Review of my 2015 Toyota Avalon. Generally trouble free.

Every thing has been fine except for tire wear and the torque converter had to be replaced. The interior and exterior are holding up fine. Haven't had to replace and lamps or turn signals. The windshield wipers are working fine the GPS system is right most of the time but occasionally does not work. There is a lot of trunk space for groceries.

Larry W

I now understand why foreign cars have come to dominate the us car market.

Reliability issues: intermittent windshield wipers failed. Rear sunscreen has failed. Air pressure sensor failed. Otherwise, the car drives well with view mechanical issues. The car is loaded with a lot of options. We especially like the lane change warning lights on the rearview mirrors.

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Pros & Cons from Owners

2017 Toyota Avalon

Gene S.

Very luxurious, great fuel efficiency and overall very technologically advanced. Plenty of room for everything my family wants to bring along and has an appearance that places it at the top among luxury vehicles in its class.

Gene S.

There are no cons whatsoever. I cannot think of one single thing that is a detriment regarding this vehicle. It drives like no other vehicle I have ever driven and stands out in a crowd as one of the most luxurious vehicles on the road today. There is no other vehicle that even slightly compares.

Temi O.

The car drives smoothly and the maintenance is very low, the car has an all wheel drive mode and is very fuel efficient. The ergonomics are innovative and the v6 engine is powerful with a special innovative silent muffler.

Temi O.

It has a good ground clearance, the v6 engine is powerful and fuel efficient, the swiveling headlamps makes driving easy, the lightness and ground stability makes taking sharp bends easy even at relatively high speeds.

Pros & Cons from Owners

2015 Toyota Avalon

Erica G.

The pros of this vehicle are the amenities that come with it, the space of the vehicle, the temperature is always good and meets needs, great on mileage and service. Drives smooth in the winter, never have had an issue with hydroplaning which has happened in many of my other vehicle rides.

Erica G.

No cons. Great on gas, speed is great. No issue with transmission service, tires and brakes great. Never had any cons on this vehicle. Summer drives are great. Never hesitates on starting up in winter time.

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Entertainment Features

Compare Entertainment Features

2017 Toyota Avalon

Trim

XLE

2015 Toyota Avalon

Trim

XLE

Radio: Entune Audio Plus w/Connected Nav App -inc: Entune multimedia bundle, 7" high resolution touch-screen display, AM/FM CD player, MP3/WMA playback capability, 8 speakers, auxiliary audio jack, USB 2.0 port w/iPod connectivity and control, advanced voice recognition, hands-free phone capability,...

Standard

Not Available

Radio: Entune Audio Plus AM/FM/CD/MP3/WMA Playback -inc: 6.1-inch high resolution touch-screen display, 8 speakers, auxiliary audio jack, USB port w/iPod connectivity and control, advanced voice recognition, hands-free phone capability, phone book access and music streaming via Bluetooth wireless te...

Not Available

Standard

Radio w/Seek-Scan, Clock, Speed Compensated Volume Control, Steering Wheel Controls and Radio Data System

Standard

Not Available

Radio w/Seek-Scan, Clock, Speed Compensated Volume Control, Steering Wheel Controls, Voice Activation and Radio Data System

Not Available

Standard

Window Grid Antenna

Standard

Safety Ratings & Features

NHTSA Ratings

2017 Toyota Avalon

2015 Toyota Avalon

Overall

Front

Not Rated

Side

Rollover

Compare Safety Features

2017 Toyota Avalon

Trim

XLE

2015 Toyota Avalon

Trim

XLE

Electronic Stability Control (ESC)

Standard

Low Tire Pressure Warning

Not Available

Standard

ABS And Driveline Traction Control

Standard

Back-Up Camera

Not Available

Standard

Side Impact Beams

Standard

Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags

Standard

Lane Departure Alert (LDA) w/Steering Assist Lane Keeping Assist

Standard

Not Available

Lane Departure Alert (LDA) w/Steering Assist Lane Departure Warning

Standard

Not Available

Collision Mitigation-Front

Standard

Not Available

Pre-Collision System (PCS)

Standard

Not Available

Tire Specific Low Tire Pressure Warning

Standard

Not Available

Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags

Standard

Curtain 1st And 2nd Row Airbags

Standard

Airbag Occupancy Sensor

Standard

Driver And Passenger Knee Airbag and Rear Side-Impact Airbag

Standard

Rear Child Safety Locks

Standard

Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Rear Center 3 Point, Height Adjusters and Pretensioners

Standard

Available Models

Toyota Avalon Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

2017 Toyota Avalon

XLE

268 HP 24 MPG 5 Seats

XLE Plus

268 HP 24 MPG 5 Seats

XLE Premium

268 HP 24 MPG 5 Seats

Hybrid XLE Plus

200 HP 40 MPG 5 Seats

Touring

268 HP 24 MPG 5 Seats

Hybrid XLE Premium

200 HP 40 MPG 5 Seats

Limited

268 HP 24 MPG 5 Seats

Hybrid Limited

200 HP 40 MPG 5 Seats

Photos may not match model

Toyota Avalon Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

2015 Toyota Avalon

XLE

268 HP 24 MPG 5 Seats

XLE Premium

268 HP 24 MPG 5 Seats

XLE Touring

268 HP 24 MPG 5 Seats

XLE Touring SE

268 HP 24 MPG 5 Seats

Limited

268 HP 24 MPG 5 Seats

Photos may not match model