2006 Toyota Avalon Reviews, Pricing & Specs
Overview
The 2006 Toyota Avalon remains unchanged from 2005, when it was redesigned with a larger frame and a more sleek and stylish exterior. The...
The 2006 Toyota Avalon remains unchanged from 2005, when it was redesigned with a larger frame and a more sleek and stylish exterior. The 2006 Toyota Avalon is offered in four trims: the XL, the Touring, the XLS and the Limited. As expected with a high-end vehicle, all 2006 Toyota Avalon models come standard with state-of-the-art safety features including seat-mounted side-impact airbags, side curtain airbags and a driver's side kneebag. The Touring is the sportiest version, featuring suspension tuning, alloy wheels and a rear lip spoiler. The Limited includes all the gadgets associated with luxury brand vehicles, including a six-CD, 12-speaker sound system, separate driver and passenger-side temperature controls and the Smart Key system, which allows the driver to unlock the door and start the ignition while the electronic key remains in a pocket or handbag. The 2006 Toyota Avalon is lauded for its roomy interior (especially the backseat) and smooth, quiet ride. The Avalon also gets surprisingly good gas mileage for a full-size sedan with a 3.5 L V6 engine, about 22/30 mpg using premium fuel. People interested in the Toyota Avalon may also have an interest in a Nissan Maxima, a well-built car with a slightly sportier feel.
What owners say
"Overall, drivers appreciate the 2006 Toyota Avalon for its reliability, smooth performance, and comfortable interior. Many love the powerful V6 engine and the great gas mileage it offers. However, some noted that the lack of a back-up camera in the model was a downside. Most owners emphasize its long-lasting durability and excellent value."
Car accelerates smoothly. Brakes are slightly softer for a luxury feel. Always felt safe driving this car with family and very fun to drive. Interior is also very nice with nice leather seats and wood grain dashboard including door handles.
April 19, 2014My 2006 Toyota Avalon limited has been going great at 239,000 miles. The 6 cylinder engine is bulletproof along with the same engine on my 2008 Lexus es350. The es350 has 148,500 and going strong!!! Love both of them the Avalon has been the best car I have ever owned. Low maintenance and good gas mileage you can’t beat it.
June 17, 2023lots of power, reasonable mpg for a large sedan with a reliable 3.5 V6 - 22-26 city and 28-31 hwy (in my own driving experience) with 4 different model trims to choose from you can get just about any feature you want from that particular model. XL, XLS, Touring and Limited. If its been regularly maintained it will not let you down.
January 23, 2021What owners say
Car accelerates smoothly. Brakes are slightly softer for a luxury feel. Always felt safe driving this car with family and very fun to drive. Interior is also very nice with nice leather seats and wood grain dashboard including door handles.
April 19, 2014My 2006 Toyota Avalon limited has been going great at 239,000 miles. The 6 cylinder engine is bulletproof along with the same engine on my 2008 Lexus es350. The es350 has 148,500 and going strong!!! Love both of them the Avalon has been the best car I have ever owned. Low maintenance and good gas mileage you can’t beat it.
June 17, 2023lots of power, reasonable mpg for a large sedan with a reliable 3.5 V6 - 22-26 city and 28-31 hwy (in my own driving experience) with 4 different model trims to choose from you can get just about any feature you want from that particular model. XL, XLS, Touring and Limited. If its been regularly maintained it will not let you down.
January 23, 20212006 Toyota Avalon is a luxury brand of Toyota. It has all the safety, and electronic features that one may want. It has the navigation system, but not the back-up camera system, which can be installed by an aftermarket shop. Good Value.
October 29, 2023This 2006 Toyota Avalon has all the features that we were looking for, but the distance to go and test drive it prevented us from buying it. It is a good value, and very reasonably priced.
October 23, 2023I like the handling and performance of the car, the car is fun to drive and I love driving the car on long road trips. the acceleration is great. I feel safe in the care while traveling out of town
August 23, 2014This is a good car for a family or for local commute. The leather interior and front seats are very comfortable. Air Conditioner works great....cooling the Avalon down quickly. Has been maintained according to the Toyota Maintenance Plan, including the 75,000 Service Call.
August 9, 2012I did not get a 2006 but I did get a 2007 with exactly 86,000 miles. The car drives beautifully. It is very smooth with lots of power. The heated seats are amazing. It’s my second Avalon, and I’m hooked (my first is a 1999).
January 28, 2021Purchased it for interior spacae, especially for passengers in the back seat. Didn't anticipate how much zip it has, and how much I would enjoy the front-wheel drive. Most of all, like some many Toyota's, the cost of ownership has been very low: oil changes and a new set of tires. I have 80,000 miles on the car and feel no urgency to replace it. Every once in a while an expensive import catches my eye - but then I drive the Avalon and realize what a good car it has been.
March 23, 2014it's a Toyota - their flagship sedan. best bang for my buck. JBL Synthesis sound system is theee bomb!
March 28, 2008Trims & specs
Base MSRP $27,395 | Seating 5 |
Engine 3.5L 268 hp V6 | Cargo Capacity 14.4 cu ft |
Combined MPG 24 | Drivetrain FWD |
Base MSRP $31,845 | Seating 5 |
Engine 3.5L 268 hp V6 | Cargo Capacity 14.4 cu ft |
Combined MPG 24 | Drivetrain FWD |
Base MSRP $34,585 | Seating 5 |
Engine 3.5L 268 hp V6 | Cargo Capacity 14.4 cu ft |
Combined MPG 24 | Drivetrain FWD |
Base MSRP $29,645 | Seating 5 |
Engine 3.5L 268 hp V6 | Cargo Capacity 14.4 cu ft |
Combined MPG 24 | Drivetrain FWD |
Pricing trends
MSRP range
$27,395 - $34,585
Current avg. market price
$7,243
Trending down by 1.9% this month
May 2026 - November 2026
