2002 Toyota Avalon: Overview
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2002 Toyota Avalon ▼
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- MSRP: $25,845 -$30,405
- Invoice: $23,000 -$26,756
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Pros
- Build quality
- Acceleration
- Automatic-transmission performance
- Quietness
- Passenger room
- Ride/handling
Cons
- Brake-pedal feel
Vehicle Highlights
America's only import-brand full-size sedan is offered in XL and uplevel XLS versions. Both Avalon models have a V6 engine, automatic transmission, antilock 4-wheel disc brakes, front side airbags, and choice of bench or bucket front seats. XLS offers optional antiskid system that includes traction control and Toyota's full-power Brake Assist emergency-stop feature.
COMPETITION
This segment has been hard hit by the popularity of sport-utility vehicles. Just a few years back there were more than 12 cars in the segment and now there are just seven. Heading up the field as Best Buys are the Chrysler Concorde and Dodge Intrepid twins. They have real room for six, exceptional road manners, and plenty of power.
Toyota's Avalon and Buick's LeSabre are two Recommended choices. Both have room for five and offer a comfortable ride (with modest handling capabilities). If you are looking for towing ability, the Ford Crown Victoria with its rear-drive layout and body-on-frame chassis is an option. Ford has updated it nicely over the years and it comes at a reasonable price.
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Expert Ratings Summary (view detailed report)
| Category | XL w/bench seat Rating | Large Car Average Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Acceleration | 5 | 5.6 |
| Fuel Economy | 5 | 4.6 |
| Ride Quality | 8 | 6.7 |
| Steering/Handling/Braking | 5 | 5.3 |
| Quietness | 7 | 6.1 |
| Controls | 7 | 5.3 |
| Details | ||
| Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front) | 7 | 6.9 |
| Room/Comfort (rear) | 8 | 5.9 |
| Cargo Room | 4 | 5.8 |
| Value within Class | 8 | 6.9 |
| Total Score: | 64 | 59.1 |
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