2010 Toyota Avalon Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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The Toyota Avalon full-size sedan receives only minor updates for 2010, including an automatic up/down feature with jam protection for the rear windows. In previous years, this feature was standard only on the front windows. In addition, Toyota adds a new Sandy Beach Metallic exterior color for 2010.
The Avalon comes in XL, XLS, and Limited trims for 2010. A 3.5-liter DOHC V6 engine generating 268 hp and 248 lb-ft of torque drives all three Avalon trims. Dual variable valve timing with intelligence helps to improve the engine's performance and efficiency. The V6 links to a six-speed electronically controlled automatic transmission with intelligence, which adjusts shifting patterns depending on the driver's style and the road surface. In addition, the transmission enables drivers to shift manually for a sportier experience. Fuel economy numbers for the V6 engine check in at 19/28 mpg. The Avalon runs on regular gasoline, and qualifies as an ultra-low-emissions vehicle.
Outside, the Avalon displays a clean and contemporary yet uninspiring design, which makes it difficult for the Avalon to stand out in a crowd. Standard exterior features for the base XL trim include halogen headlights, power-operated exterior mirrors, tinted taillights, and dual rear exhaust pipes, while the XLS adds front foglights and heated power exterior mirrors. The Limited trim includes such features as HID headlights, rain-sensing windshield wipers, and heated exterior mirrors with auto-dimming.
The front-wheel-drive Avalon rides on a comfort-oriented suspension tuned for smooth, soft driving dynamics. While some owners find the ride too floaty, the Avalon glides over the road, especially at highway speeds, and minimizes road imperfections to insulate passengers from any harshness or rough spots. In addition, a quiet engine and extensive sound insulation minimize interior noise.
The Avalon's refined, luxury-oriented interior seats five passengers in two spacious rows. The driver's seat of the XL features power adjustment with power lumbar support, while the manually adjustable tilt/telescopic steering wheel includes audio and climate controls. The XLS upgrades to leather-trimmed power-adjustable front seats and a leather-wrapped steering wheel, while the Limited receives perforated leather upholstery.
Other standard interior features for all three trims include dual-zone automatic climate control with rear-seat vents, cruise control, a center console with a sliding armrest, remote keyless entry, and an illuminated entry system. The XLS adds wood-grain-style interior trim and 60/40-split manually reclining rear seats, while the top-of-the-line Limited increases the luxury quotient with such standard features as heated and ventilated front seats, a power driver's seat cushion extension, a wood-and-leather steering wheel, and an auto-dimming rear-view mirror with a compass. The XLS and Limited also come equipped with a power tilt/slide moonroof with a sliding sunshade, which owners can add as an option on the XL.
A nine-speaker AM/FM audio system with a 6-CD changer, MP3 input jack, and satellite radio capability comes standard on the XL and XLS trims, while the Limited upgrades the sound system to a 360-watt JBL Synthesis unit with 12 speakers, including a subwoofer, and Bluetooth wireless technology. Options for the XLS and Limited trims include a voice-activated DVD navigation system, which integrates with the JBL Synthesis system.
All Avalon trims include electronic stability control, traction control, and antilock brakes with electronic brakeforce distribution. A full range of airbags, including a driver's knee airbag and side-curtain airbags, also comes standard. The Avalon XL rides on 16-inch alloy wheels, while the XLS and Limited trims receive 17-inch alloy wheels.
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Trims & specs
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Driver knee airbags · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: element · Auxiliary audio input: jack · 6 disc in-dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 9
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 11.7 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.2 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: front center · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front and rear
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): 12V · Power steering: hydraulic · Reading lights: rear · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 8
Exterior Features
Body side moldings: body-color · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Front bumper color: body-color · License plate bracket: front · Mirror color: body-color · Paint: special factory paint · Rear bumper color: body-color
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: maintenance reminder
Lights
Headlights: Auto on/off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Roof
Moonroof: tilt
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: rear
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front and rear · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat manual adjustments: reclining · Upholstery: cloth
Security
Power door locks: anti-lockout
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside · Size: full-size
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 24 mm · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: coil over shock · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Stabilizer Bar: diameter 15 mm · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Driver knee airbags · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: element · IPod auxiliary audio input · 6 disc in-dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: JBL · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: ready · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 11 · 360 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 11.7 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.2 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: front center · Door sill trim: scuff plate · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front and rear · Interior accents: wood · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: side mirrors · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): 12V · Power steering: hydraulic · Reading lights: rear · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: cargo net · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 8
Exterior Features
Body side moldings: body-color · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Front bumper color: body-color · License plate bracket: front · Mirror color: body-color · Paint: special factory paint · Rear bumper color: body-color
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Headlights: Auto on/off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 4
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Roof
Moonroof: power
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: rear
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front and rear · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Heated: mulitlevel · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat manual adjustments: reclining · Upholstery: leather
Security
Power door locks: anti-lockout
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside · Size: full-size
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 24 mm · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Stabilizer Bar: diameter 15 mm · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link
Telematics
Navigation system: DVD navigation system w/voice activation · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Driver knee airbags · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · IPod auxiliary audio input · 6 disc in-dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: JBL · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 12 · 360 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 11.7 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.2 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: front center · Door sill trim: aluminum · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front and rear · Interior accents: wood · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: wood
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Cruise control: adaptive · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: driver seat · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): 12V · Power steering: hydraulic · Reading lights: rear · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: cargo net · Sunshade: power rear window · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 8
Exterior Features
Body side moldings: body-color · Door handle color: chrome · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Front bumper color: body-color · License plate bracket: front · Mirror color: body-color · Paint: special factory paint · Rear bumper color: body-color
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: maintenance reminder
Lights
Exterior entry lights: puddle lamps · Headlights: self-leveling
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: heated
Passenger Seat
Power adjustments: 4
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Roof
Moonroof: power
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: rear
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front and rear · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat manual adjustments: reclining · Upholstery: leather
Security
Power door locks: anti-lockout
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside · Size: full-size
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 24 mm · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: coil over shock · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Stabilizer Bar: diameter 15 mm · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link
Telematics
Navigation system: DVD navigation system w/voice activation · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: rain sensing
