Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
21 City / 29 HWY
Horsepower
210
Seats
6

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Quinn M
Everyone should know that this car is great for long distance drives.
I really like the size of my car, however the speakers tend to blow out quite easily. But i really do like the ride of the car. It is smooth and safe.
accountCircle Campbell J
Heavy duty easy rider. Will run like new even at 200, 00 miles.
It's a good car, runs great. Was overheating but had it repaired. Just need a fee more repairs due to wear and tear.
accountCircle Michelle N
The car has a luxury feel and design.
I like the style and the ride of the vehicle. I also like the longevity of the vehicle.. I dislike the gas mileage the car gets..
accountCircle Nancy L
It is a very safe car both in n town and on highway.
Very comfortable to ride in and i feel it is very safe to drive because it is so heavy. Roomy in front and back for passengers. Dependable when starting.
accountCircle Laura B
Great, reliable, car that lasts a long time
It rides smoothly and has plenty of room for everyone even when it is full. The seats are very comfortable. It is very reliable and I've never had any problems with it.
accountCircle Tiffany K
Nothing really important to know.
It is a reliable vehicle I love the way it runs it is comfortable and very spacious and slot of trunk space.
accountCircle Ami R
Bang for your buck, Toyota!!
This is a super reliable car, it's 18 years old and I've had to very little beyond regular maintenance. I'm almost at 300G and it's just now beginning to show her age.
accountCircle Amelia T
One interesting detail is that it is very smooth compared to other cars
It is very reliable, is smooth, and has never once failed in performance. I have had this car for over fifteen years and will continue to have it for more.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Alyssa S
It is sensitive in its older years. Check engine light has been lit for days.
I like that it still runs after 18 years and is not terrible with mpg. I dislike how it looks. I have no other complaints.
accountCircle Shane H
My 2000 Toyota Avalon review.
Its comfy and has the best gas mileage ever, but recently it's been getting slower because of the age of the engine. It has heated seats and an aftermarket radio system which is one of my favorite things about the car. I wish it had a backup camera. I am overall thankful I have the car.
accountCircle Phylicia G
It's good on gas and roomy.
I like that It's good on gas and a four door car. The gas tank dro
accountCircle Michelle D
2000 white Toyota Avalon.
The car was old and the interior and exterior were not maintained by the previous owners. The car has over 200k miles and still runs good. Needs a tune up and run gas right now but still does a decent job performance wise. Its spacious enough could use a little more space in the backseat.
accountCircle Rachel M
The Avalon: a smooth ride.
The overall ride of the vehicle is smooth, gas mileage is fine. I enjoy the interior as it has an older, yet neat and tidy feel to it. The features on the inside (radio, ac) are simple to use while providing everything I need. However, as soon as I purchased the vehicle, the front brakes started sticking, and the calipers had to be replaced on both sides.
accountCircle Kira B
It is a very reliable car. I hate the color. It has a good amount of space. The car is quite fast which I like.
It's not the best looking car out there and it's often called an old person car but its a good car
accountCircle Gail F
Good ride very reliable and trustworthy worth the investment.
My car was very reliable until recently. It had an extremely nice comfortable ride handling was impressive gas mileage was good great if you had a long ride. Now having electrical problem hopefully nothing major.
accountCircle Caitlin B
Love the room in vehicle + size and durability. Radio/ac is bad.
Radio/ac is always breaking. Love the size and durability of the vehicle. I like the breaks and the sensitivity of the gas- it is not too sensitive but also not too dull. It's very comfortable, there a surprising amount of space in the back. Really need to work on the luxury items.

Toyota Avalon Models

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

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XL
210 HP 25-25 MPG 6 Seats
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XLS
210 HP 25-25 MPG 6 Seats
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2000 Toyota Avalon Owner Reviews

4.23
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5 stars 45%
4 stars 37%
3 stars 15%
2 stars 3%
1 star 0%
accountCircle Joann O on June 2, 2021
Ride is supremely comfortable.
350, 000 miles and still running great. Original engine, original spark plugs. I have driven this car back and forth to work each day ( 75 ) miles daily and it still gets over 25 miles to the gallon. The paint job still looks good and I have only had one small tear in the leather. My only complaint is the letter on the steering wheel. It began to peel off a couple of years ago so I had to put a cover over it. We were able to find one on line with the Toyota colors so it does not look too bad.
accountCircle Mary H on March 8, 2021
Great car! Always reliable and fun.
My vehicle is an older model and has the usual older car issues. Door handles on the drivers side interior and rear exterior have broken and needed to be replaced. The interior headliner has begun to come loose and the clear coat is peeling. The cruise control no longer works. It gets ok gas mileage for a 6 cylinder and runs very well. It is very comfortable to drive and very reliable.

Ranks #2 Large Cars by Owners

The 2000 Toyota Avalon has an average owner rating of 4.23 out of 5 which ranks it #2 of 13 other Large Cars.

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Ranks #2 Large Cars by Fuel Economy

The 2000 Toyota Avalon has a combined MPG of 29 which ranks it #2 of 13 other Large Cars.

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Is The 2000 Toyota Avalon A Good Car?

Yes they are very good cars. Anything by Toyota. Good mileage. And run good on the highway.Toyota are car of choice. Wouldn't trade it in for nothing else. And it's not more I can say about it
Jojo H.
Yes it is. We have had no major problems. We bought it used too. It runs great and gets great mileage.
Annie L.
Yes pretty tough car. Great on gas. Dependability and efficiency. Has a lot of miles but still a good car for the price and manageability
Melissa S.
Yes! I love the reliability of my vehicle and how comfortable I feel in it and driving it. I look forward to my future with this car.
Jill X.

How Reliable Is The 2000 Toyota Avalon?

Yes it is a reliable car yes it hasn't failed us yet as long as we keep the oil change no problem. I can't not say any more about it but it's a reliable good car
Jessica S.
No. We haven't had any major problems with the car. Just the usual things that you take the car for maintenance like oil change, etc.
Jennifer P.
Very reliable and very independent in itself. Would buy another car like this again. Car has been good to me an easy to manage
Anthony Z.
Yes! I have had my car for a few years, and it has been around for nearly 20 years! The parts and the whole of the car hold up well, and I'm glad that I made the choice to get this car.
Bryant P.

Is The 2000 Toyota Avalon A Good Value?

We got it used so we did not pay the price for a new vehicle. For what we did pay, it was a really great value.
Heath N.
It cost used 5000..a little too much but has held up rather well. I would buy another car like this again for the price against repairs and usages great vehicle
Brandy M.
Buying my Avalon used was a great value considered that the vehicle has lasted a long while and is still standing strong.
Julie B.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the recommended coolant for a 2000 Toyota Avalon XL?

Answer: The recommended coolant for a 2000 Toyota Avalon xl is red/pink. You will come across many issues with an engine. A spark plug may pop off, causing engine trouble. A gasket may be loose and that needs to be...

What is the wheel bolt pattern for a 2000 Toyota Avalon?

Answer: The wheel bolt pattern for a 2000 Toyota Avalon iS5 X4.5''. This part will need to be changed eventually. You should change Your tires every 30,000 to 50,000 miles or so. You don't want to get into any...

What is the recommended power steering fluid for a 2000 Toyota Avalon?

Answer: Many vehicles actually use automatic transmission fluid in the power steering system, and the 2000 Toyota Avalon is no exception. For its power steering, You're recommended to have either DEXRON-II or...

What is the oil capacity for a 2000 Toyota Avalon?

Answer: The oil capacity for a 2000 Toyota Avalon iS5 quarts. Your oil needs to be changed eventually. Every 5,000 to 10,000 miles is a good rule of thumb. If You don't change it, there will be problems with the...

What is the average cost to replace the knock sensor on a 2000 Toyota Avalon?

Answer: Replacing the knock sensor on a 2000 Toyota Avalon is about $425 to $700 depending on the local labor rates in Your area. The sensor itself can cost $300 to $450 depending on what brand of part You go with and...

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Safety & Reliability

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