Sedan · Hybrid
Toyota Avalon 2013-2018 (XX40)
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- Price
- $32,285–$42,800
- MPG
- 40
- Strength: Excellent safety
- Strength: Strong running costs
- Strength: Strong comfort
How it scores for you10 scores
Near-luxury space, hush, and a 40-mpg hybrid option, delivered with the near-bulletproof reliability record this nameplate is famous for.
Recalled somewhat less often than cars of the same model years; 1 of its 7 recalls was serious. About 15% of its owner complaints describe a crash, fire or injury. Based on recalls and serious defect reports — it doesn't capture everyday repairs or problems fixed by warranty extensions. Adjusted +8 points for its wider reputation.
5-star overall NHTSA crash rating (frontal 4, side 5, rollover 4).
About $1,600 a year in fuel (EPA estimate) — cheaper to run than about 83% of cars we track.
16 cu ft of cargo space — more than about 77% of other sedans we track.
Full-size sedan with limousine-grade rear legroom and a wide cabin.
Soft, quiet, competent; the 268-hp V6 is strong but the mission is serenity, not sport.
Touch-capacitive controls and available active safety were fine for the era; nothing advanced today.
Cushy ride, hushed cabin, big soft seats — a de facto Lexus for less; comfort is the car's core talent.
SUVs and hybrids usually hold their value better than average.
No published tow rating; front- or rear-wheel drive only.
Safety & recalls10 recalls
10 recalls · 6 common complaint areas across 2015–2018
- Airbags — 8 complaints (2015)
- Recall — Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump (2018)
- Brakes — 7 complaints (2015)
2018
- RecallFuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump20V012000
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) recalled certain 2018-2019 4Runner, Highlander, Camry, Land Cruiser, Sequoia, Sienna, Tacoma and Tundra, and Lexus RC 300, RC 350, GS 350, GX 460, IS 300, LC 500, LS 500, LX 570, RX 350L, and 2019 Toyota Avalon and Corolla, and certain Lexus NX 300,
- RecallAirbags: air bag/restraint control module20V024000
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2011-2019 Corolla, 2011-2013 Matrix, 2012-2018 Avalon, and 2013-2018 Avalon Hybrid vehicles. During certain crashes, the air bag electronic control unit (ECU) may malfunction, possibly disabling the deployment of the air bags a
- Complaint clusterAirbags5 complaintscomplaints:AIR BAGS
Involved in a 2 vehicle accident on October 26th. My car is totaled and so is the other car. No airbags deployed and my drivers side seat belt failed to lock in the accident. I was injured and taken by ambulance to hospital.
- Complaint clusterUnknown or other5 complaintscomplaints:UNKNOWN OR OTHER
I HAVE BEEN HAVING TROUBLE WITH MY RADIO HANGING UP PHONE CALLS AND SEVERAL OTHER THINGS. AFTER TAKING MY CAR SEVERAL TIME I WAS TOLD IT WILL BE REPLACED. I TOOK MY CAR AND LEFT IT OVER NIGHT MARCH 18TH AND MARCH 19TH. IT HAD A CHARGING LIGHT ON SO THEY SAID IT'S BEST IF IT SAYS OVER NIGHT. WHE
2017
- RecallTires: temporary/emergency spare tire17V295000
Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (Gulf States) is recalling certain 2017 4Runner , 86, Avalon, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Corolla, Corolla iM, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Prius, Prius C, RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Sienna and Yaris vehicles. The spare tire air pressure was not adjusted to the proper pressure as state
- RecallAirbags: air bag/restraint control module20V024000
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2011-2019 Corolla, 2011-2013 Matrix, 2012-2018 Avalon, and 2013-2018 Avalon Hybrid vehicles. During certain crashes, the air bag electronic control unit (ECU) may malfunction, possibly disabling the deployment of the air bags a
- Complaint clusterEngine5 complaintscomplaints:ENGINE
TOYOTA'S FAILURE TO INSTALL AN AUTO-STOP CAUSED THE CARBON-MONOXIDE POISONING OF TWO (MORE) PEOPLE, MANY DOZENS OF SUCH DEATHS REPORTED. (DETAIL: THEY HAD LIKELY STOPPED THE ENGINE, BUT THE WIRELESS FOB CAN RE-START; AND THIS MODEL HAS AN AUTO STOP/START FUNCTION THAT CAN ALSO LEAD TO DEATH.] NOTE:
2016
- RecallAirbags: sensor: occupant classification16V215000
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2016 Avalon and Camry vehicles manufactured November 30, 2015 to March 4, 2016. The occupant classification system (OCS) that activates or deactivates the front passenger seat air bag system may have been improperly c
- RecallAirbags: knee bolster16V906000
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2016 Avalon, and 2017 Camry vehicles manufactured August 3, 2016, to September 12, 2016. The front passenger knee air bag module may have been attached to the lower instrument panel with incorrect fasteners.
- RecallPowertrain: driveline: driveshaft17V462000
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2016 Camry Hybrid and Avalon Hybrid vehicles. The front drive shaft may separate.
- RecallAirbags: air bag/restraint control module20V024000
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2011-2019 Corolla, 2011-2013 Matrix, 2012-2018 Avalon, and 2013-2018 Avalon Hybrid vehicles. During certain crashes, the air bag electronic control unit (ECU) may malfunction, possibly disabling the deployment of the air bags a
- Complaint clusterUnknown or other5 complaintscomplaints:UNKNOWN OR OTHER
The manufacturer is no longer producing OEM windshield that comply with the a DAS features which are now in operable because my windshield will not calibrate after replacement because there is not an OEM windshield available. I have contacted Toyota. I have also searched everywhere in the states for
2015
- RecallForward collision avoidance: crash imminent braking15V728000
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Avalon and Avalon Hybrid vehicles manufactured October 19, 2012 to October 27, 2015 and 2013-2015 Lexus ES350 and ES300h vehicles manufactured June 18, 2012 to July 6, 2015. The affected vehicles are equippe
- RecallAirbags: air bag/restraint control module20V024000
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2011-2019 Corolla, 2011-2013 Matrix, 2012-2018 Avalon, and 2013-2018 Avalon Hybrid vehicles. During certain crashes, the air bag electronic control unit (ECU) may malfunction, possibly disabling the deployment of the air bags a
- Complaint clusterAirbags8 complaintscomplaints:AIR BAGS
Accident June 12, 2024 air bag did not deploy. hit on passenger side no air bags deployed. Air bag not able to be reset
- Complaint clusterBrakes7 complaintscomplaints:SERVICE BRAKES
The contact owns a 2015 Toyota Avalon. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal grinding sound coming from the brakes. The contact stated that the brake warning light illuminated, and the brake independently activated. The vehicle was taken to a specialty
- Complaint clusterUnknown or other7 complaintscomplaints:UNKNOWN OR OTHER
05/04/2025 First of all, we love our Avalon. However, for the last 6 months or so, water is getting in the car and ends up soaking the carpet on the left front floorboard carpet. We have checked everything we can think of to find the source of the leak but was uneasily. We had to have some scratc
- Complaint clusterCruise control7 complaintscomplaints:VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
The contact owns a 2015 Toyota Avalon. The contact stated while pulling into a parking space, the vehicle accelerated unintendedly, drove over the curb, and crashed into bushes. The air bags did not deploy. The contact did not sustain any injuries. There was no police report filed. The contact was a
- Complaint clusterElectrical6 complaintscomplaints:ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 TOYOTA AVALON HYBRID. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS AN ELECTRICAL MALFUNCTION IN THE VEHICLE, WHICH SHORTED OUT THE DISPLAY PANEL WITHOUT WARNING. THE DEALER (DON MCGILL TOYOTA, 11800 KATY FWY HOUSTON, TX 77079, (281) 496-2000) WAS NOTIFIED AND AN APPOINTMENT WAS SCHE
Cost to own$19,500 / 5 yr
MSRP, new
$32,285–$42,800
Estimated used price, by model year
$1,600/yr
EPA estimate, combined fuel cost per year.
Specs
City MPG
40
Highway MPG
39
Combined MPG
40
Horsepower
268 hp
Doors
4
Length
195.3 in
Width
72.4 in
Height
57.5 in
Wheelbase
111.0 in
Curb weight
3,549 lb
Cargo volume
16 cu ft
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