2016 Toyota Avalon Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
21 City / 30 HWY
Source FuelEconomy.gov
Horsepower
268
Seats
5
Front passenger 3/4 w/ wheels turned.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle marc g
IT runs smoothly and can hardly hear it coming down the road.
It is smooth running and I love it a lot. There is nothing to dislike about it. I like how much room there is in the backseat.
accountCircle Pamela D
My Avalon is full of great features!
I have no problems with my Avalon. I love the inside features like navigation rear backup warning and viewing dual temperature control heated seats etc. It drives really well and handles great in bad weather conditions. Gets great gas mileage on the highway and interstate. It's an all around great car.
accountCircle Dee R
Toyota bliss creative, strong car.
Easy to handle good safety features, great on gas mileage, very roomy and comfortable, large trunk seats go down great driver controls, good suspension, great feel when driving, good acceleration nice styling, good color, overall good satisfaction during this car.
accountCircle Judi B
Luxury at an affordable price.
I enjoy all of the luxury features my car came with. It is surprisingly quiet, no road noise when I am on my hands free phone. It is extremely comfortable and very roomy for a Toyota. I had previously driven only SUV's for many years and debated buying a sedan. I thought I would regret the decision but definitely do not!
accountCircle Kimberly D
It does not come in 4 wheel drive.
Love the looks, the ride, the accessories. Do not like the sound system, it vibrates and it becomes very annoying.
accountCircle jacob C
Toyota car very nice. Toyota car really good turns home.
Toyota car is very good car performance, and comfort very is easy or features car are very nice. Toyota car people about you very help full work. Toyota car problems very easy and comfort features. Car reviews very awesome and very nice. The car reliability problems on.
accountCircle C P
I take good care of it. I give the scheduled oil and tire changes.
I love my car! It has good gas mileage and has a lot of room. It was at a good price AS WELL
accountCircle Karen O
A driver’s delight: sleek, great audio, comfortable, reliable and modern.
My car is reliable, comfortable, upscale, and has a great sound system. It has ample space, modern safety and technology features, and is a pleasure to drive. I love the paint color, the leather interior and wood trim accents. I did have to replace the battery a little prematurely but with so much electronics, I would imagine it uses a considerable amount of battery power. I am not a fan of the Entune suite. There seems to be a great deal of bugs and enhancements to work out. I would really like apple carplay. The price is pretty steep. Overall I love my car and would get another one in the future if I have the funds.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Carie G
My Toyota Avalon, the star of our family trips.
I really have not had any problem with our car, it's been a great smooth riding car since we purchased it. We keep our maintenance up to date on it, we have traveled from Ohio to Texas in it and also Ohio to Florida just recently and it did as well as it ever has. We are very happy with it, only interested in something with a little more traveling room next time.
accountCircle Nick I
The car is affordable and comfortable.
I like the interior and the simplicity. It is fuel-efficient and the price is affordable.
accountCircle Oscar C
Lasts long, but may have some technology issues.
Toyota in itself lasts long, this is my 2nd Toyota, purchase. This Avalon looks very nice, very comfortable, and smooth ride. I've had problems at first with the Bluetooth connecting, so I had to take into the shop a couple of times, they had to change the entire system, all under warranty, so no worries there, other then they had it for a full day.
accountCircle Judi B
The gas mileage is not what I would expect from a 4 door Toyota.
I was not advised when I bought it that it used synthetic oil so oil changes are very expensive. I am not satisfied with the gas mileage, approximately 22mpg.
accountCircle eric P
4 doors full size car color is awesome.
Over hit some time its not working. It's a small for me. It's not comfort me course it is a small car. Its performance is very poor. I need latest version car. Dead battery..Poor fuel economy broken starter motor. Other problems in my car. I tried to repair it. Its make me unhappy. When I drive car its not work properly.
accountCircle Former owner Touring
Some quirks
Engine is smooth and has linear power. Brakes are spongy. Ride is not smooth or compliant to rough road surfaces. Seats are very hard and not very comfortable.

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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XLE
268 HP 24 MPG 5 Seats
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XLE Plus
268 HP 24 MPG 5 Seats
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XLE Premium
268 HP 24 MPG 5 Seats
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Touring
268 HP 24 MPG 5 Seats
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Limited
268 HP 24 MPG 5 Seats
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2016 Toyota Avalon Owner Reviews

4.60
107 Reviews
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5 stars 65%
4 stars 29%
3 stars 6%
2 stars 0%
1 star 0%
accountCircle Erika G on May 25, 2021
Great car other than recalls.
It has had quite a few recalls for random things (window tint, airbags, brakes, etc), but I haven't ever had any issues. I also really like the average mileage, as I used to drive a jeep that ran out of gas once a week. I can go for at least two to three weeks now without filling up my gas tank.
accountCircle gregory C on May 25, 2021
I love Toyota Avalon 2016 model.
I currently use Toyota Avalon 2016 model vehicle. It's a very nice and beautiful vehicle.It's very comfort to drive. Its performance is good.It's very nice design car. I like it very much. Good mileage. I use it last 2 years. Good engine and safe for use. So I love it.
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Pros from Owners

likeFilled George S.

It is a six cylinder vehicle, so you have adequate pickup on highways when truckers and others are driving carelessly. The car exterior and interior are very nice and sporty. It is virtually a luxury vehicle purchased for a non-luxury price. The two year free maintenance is another plus. Finally, the reliability is top notch, and it has an excellent resale value.

likeFilled Karen O.

This car has the reliability Toyota is known for. It also is upscale and has modern features. The sound system is a music lover's dream. It is very comfortable and provides a pleasant driving experience.

Cons from Owners

dislikeFilled George S.

The only con would be it is low, but sporty, profile. That can make getting in and out difficult for some folks, and it also reduces visibility with all the SUVs and pickups on the road now. I do not like the wheels on my 2016 model either, because they're difficult to.

dislikeFilled Karen O.

It is expensive and does not have apple carplay. It would be nice if they would market it to a younger audience instead of seemingly retirees. I would like to see a self park feature which should be fairly easy to incorporate being that there is already lane departure and other such features.

Ranks #4 Large Cars by Owners

The 2016 Toyota Avalon has an average owner rating of 4.58 out of 5 which ranks it #4 of 9 other Large Cars.

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2016 Hyundai Genesis
4.75
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2016 Kia Cadenza
4.65
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2016 Toyota Avalon
4.6

Ranks #1 Large Cars by Fuel Economy

The 2016 Toyota Avalon has a combined MPG of 30 which ranks it #1 of 9 other Large Cars.

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2016 Nissan Maxima
30 MPG
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2016 Toyota Avalon
30 MPG
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2016 Hyundai Azera
29 MPG

Is The 2016 Toyota Avalon A Good Car?

Yes it’s a very good vehicle. It drives smooth, has a lot of space, and priced well. It also has a great design for the body of the car.
Anonymous P.

How Reliable Is The 2016 Toyota Avalon?

Yes the Avalon is reliable, I never had problems while driving. The only issues are not so quality brakes.
Thomas M.

Is The 2016 Toyota Avalon A Good Value?

The Toyota Avalon 2016 costs about $20,000. It is of good value because it has a luxury look and premium features for a low cost.
Connie K.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the 2016 Toyota Avalon oil type?

Answer: The 2016 Toyota Avalon'S3.5 liter 6-cylinder engine is equipped with 6.4 US quarts of 0W-20 with a filter. Oil and filter changes should be scheduled every 7,500-10,000 miles or 12 months if using fully...

What kind of gas does the 2016 Toyota Avalon take?

Answer: The 2016 Toyota Avalon uses unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 or higher. For increased performance Toyota recommends that You use at least a rating of 89. In general You should always buy the best...
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Safety & Reliability

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Overall

Front

Rollover

Side

Not Rated
*National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
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IIHS Crash Test

Moderate Overlap Front

Side

Roof Strength

Driver-side Overlap Front

*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety