2012 Toyota Avalon Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
19 City / 28 HWY
Source FuelEconomy.gov
Horsepower
268
Seats
5
Front passenger 3/4 w/ wheels turned.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Isabella B
After a year, I am really satisfied with this car. Mpg has been super.
Bought 2012 CPO Avalon about a year ago. It has been great so far. Very comfortable, engine responsive and gives good gas mileage. Ave. 25 mpg so far. Can probably get 28 or 29 depending on how you drive. The interior is well designed and everything looks and feels like quality.
accountCircle Bella B
Amazing vehicle that I recommend.
This is an amazing car that is very reliable and has style. It gets me from point A to point B all the time. I take it to work and it never gives me problems. It has leather seats so they are very easy to clean. It also has a navigation system and surround sound.
accountCircle Ben C
The vehicle is a Toyota Avalon that is of a high quality.
I have found this car to be very reliable. I do not have any problems with it so far. It is a good looking car that drives well. It is comfortable to drive, and has not broken down at all. I have had the car for awhile and I believe it was worth the price I paid for it.
accountCircle Jose P
The black on black 2012 Toyota Avalon is one of the best Toyota’s ever built.
The has had few problems with my Avalon. Windshield wipers, brakes and oil changes are all I have done. It has a v6 3.5 liter engine that has some good pickup. It is one of the last big body sedans so it is very roomy and it is power everything. Sunroof, Bluetooth and wood grain top the list.
accountCircle Bella M
Does not eat a lot of gas.
This vehicle takes up very little gas and is very reliable. All of the seating is leather and is very comfortable. The best thing about it is that I have had it for quite a few years and it has run very well. I haven't had any problems with it. I did not buy it brand new, I bought it used. It was in very good condition and for an especially great price.
accountCircle Sarah S
Reliable and dependable car.
This car has lasted me through many road trips and has never given me any major problems! One problem I do have is that sometimes it seems as if the car is reluctant to pick up speed. When driving on highways I find it best to not push the car too fast too quickly, though the same can be said about other cars. Overall an excellent and reliable car.
accountCircle Ralph S
It's a joy to drive and the best vehicle I ever owned
It's quite and has a superior sound system. The ride is smooth and comfortable and the vehicle has every option I desire. It has been dependable with its only flaw being less than great gas mileage
accountCircle Samantha R
2012 Toyota Avalon. Low miles was taken care of perfectly.
Honestly this is one of the best cars I have had. The only complaint is it is a v6 so gas costs a little more. But other than that it is perfect. Runs smooth, easy to maintain. Another thing I am not the fondest of is the length of the car. I prefer smaller cars.

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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Base
268 HP 23 MPG 5 Seats
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Limited
268 HP 23 MPG 5 Seats
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2012 Toyota Avalon Owner Reviews

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4 stars 40%
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accountCircle Gina M on April 10, 2021
The Toyota Avalon is a car for the long haul.
My Avalon drives so smoothly. It is so comfortable. I really like the lumbar feature and the sunroof. It gets great gas mileage. The kids like that back seats also have can option to recline a bit. We keep up with the maintenance as far as oil changes, tire rotation and have not had any performance problems.
accountCircle Isabella B on March 11, 2021
After a year, I am really satisfied with this car. Mpg has been super.
Bought 2012 CPO Avalon about a year ago. It has been great so far. Very comfortable, engine responsive and gives good gas mileage. Ave. 25 mpg so far. Can probably get 28 or 29 depending on how you drive. The interior is well designed and everything looks and feels like quality.
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Pros from Owners

likeFilled Carol M.

The car is reliable it has comfortable seats that have plenty adjustments to be comfortable for anyone. Very comfortable for long trips. It has proven to require only basic maintenance. The interior is good quality and durable.

likeFilled Sarah P.

I love the size of my car both in the interior and exterior. I also love the reliability of the make. The color of the car is also really pleasing to me. The car handles exceptionally well in all weather. The trim is also very nice. I like the dash and features along the dash.

Cons from Owners

dislikeFilled Carol M.

The gas mileage, while good, could be improved. The navigation system does not work as well as other systems such as waze or google maps. I wish there was a way to prevent the connection between my cell and the call system in the car. There are times I do not want the call to go through the system on the car. If there is a way, it is not readily apparent. It would be nice for the conveniences to be a little more user friendly. There is very little negative to be said about this vehicle. It is a 2012 but I intend to keep this vehicle for a lot longer.

dislikeFilled Sarah P.

The center console has vinyl that is peaking. It is really unacceptable considering it is not even 10 years old. The cost to replace it is 8 percent of the cars value so it really does not make sense for me to replace it, but it really bothers me every time I drive it.

Ranks #2 Large Cars by Owners

The 2012 Toyota Avalon has an average owner rating of 4.60 out of 5 which ranks it #2 of 8 other Large Cars.

1
car
2012 Hyundai Genesis
4.67
2
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2012 Toyota Avalon
4.6
3
car
2012 Buick LaCrosse
4.35

Ranks #3 Large Cars by Fuel Economy

The 2012 Toyota Avalon has a combined MPG of 30 which ranks it #3 of 8 other Large Cars.

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2012 Buick LaCrosse
36 MPG
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Tie
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2012 Hyundai Genesis
30 MPG
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Tie
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2012 Toyota Avalon
28 MPG

Is The 2012 Toyota Avalon A Good Car?

Yes this is a good car good on gas as well good traveling car and last a good while as long as you take care of it
Mariah P.
Yes. Runs smoothly. Gets good gas mileage. Very roomy. Comfortable. Easily seats three people in the back seat. Has many modern conveniences including the backup mirror. Large spacious trunk.. Has... Read More
Crystal D.

How Reliable Is The 2012 Toyota Avalon?

No my car needed breaks rather then that I have not had any problems with my car I have drove my car from here to Texas with no problems
Sophie G.
Very reliable. Has a good warning system when maintenance is due or when a problem is detected..Runs well in different kind of weather. Good heating system in cold weather and hot weather. Quickly... Read More
Anita B.

Is The 2012 Toyota Avalon A Good Value?

I bought the car used but whoever had it took good care of it since I've had it I've had no major issues with it a used one costed me 3,000
Lisa H.
Not sure of the cost but was a good value when it was purchased.. I he many offers to purchase it. Feel that I got a very good deal on the car.
Cuing Q.

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Safety & Reliability

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Overall

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Rollover

Side

Not Rated
*National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
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IIHS Crash Test

Moderate Overlap Front

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Roof Strength

Driver-side Overlap Front

Not Rated
*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety