How much does the 2016 Toyota Avalon cost?

Prices are up 2.24% year-over-year — a sign of continued demand for this model year.

There are 285 listings available, which gives you a workable but not unlimited pool to compare. If you find a listing below $15,940.47, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

Is the 2016 Toyota Avalon a good car?

Yes — the 2016 Toyota Avalon earns a 5/5 user rating and a 7.5/10 expert rating. The standout strength is Technology at 9/10.

Owners consistently praise its smooth ride, luxurious feel, dependability, handling, power, and features. The Avalon also fits buyers who want a refined large sedan that feels comfortable and still offers an unexpectedly enjoyable driving experience. With the year’s refreshed styling and updated Entune system, it also feels current enough for shoppers who want comfort without giving up modern convenience.

Only 29.5% of listings are priced as good or great deals, so the market still rewards quick, selective shopping.

Is the 2016 Toyota Avalon reliable?

Owners rate it 5/5, a strong signal of long-term satisfaction. The owner feedback also points to dependability, and the expert notes reinforce that with class-leading resale and reliability language.

The driving notes also describe the car as efficient and comfortable, with a powertrain that can feel surprisingly fun while still being built around everyday usability. The cost-effectiveness notes add that the hybrid version currently enjoys strong resale and reliability ratings, which is a helpful sign if you plan to keep the car for years.

For used buyers, the main long-term risk is the hybrid battery aging over time, so you should factor that into your ownership horizon and inspection priorities.

What should I look for when buying a used 2016 Toyota Avalon?

At 52.3% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

You should start with a vehicle history report and then prioritize a pre-purchase inspection, especially if the car has been in any prior collision. Focus on overall condition, repair quality, and whether the car drives as smoothly as the Avalon is supposed to. Because this model is a hybrid, it also makes sense to pay close attention to how the powertrain behaves in normal driving and whether the car feels consistent under acceleration and braking.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The base XLE Plus includes heated mirrors, auto headlights, rear-view, keyless entry and ignition, dual-zone auto climate controls, leather heated front seats, and a tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, while the Limited adds tri-zone climate control, ventilated front seats, heated rear seats, a power rear sunshade, xenon headlights, ambient lighting, and the JBL premium stereo.
• Powertrain: The hybrid uses a 2.5-liter four-cylinder with an electric motor for a combined 200 hp, and it returns 40 mpg city and 39 highway. The electric motor helps low-speed response, but the notes also say the gasoline engine can kick in sooner than expected and the low-rolling-resistance tires can struggle in wet conditions.
• Safety package: Toyota Safety Sense adds a pre-collision system with pedestrian detection, lane-departure alert with steering assist, auto high-beam adjust, and dynamic radar cruise control. Rear cross-traffic alert and blind-spot monitoring are included on the XLE Premium, so you should confirm whether a given car has those features.
• Infotainment: The upgraded Entune system uses a 7-inch touchscreen with smartphone-app integration. The XLE Premium adds navigation, a 9-speaker stereo, wireless smartphone charging, and the Limited upgrades to the JBL premium system with 11 speakers.
• Fuel efficiency: The Avalon Hybrid is rated at 40 mpg city and 39 highway, and the notes also cite a nearly 700-mile range thanks to the 17-gallon fuel tank.

Which 2016 Toyota Avalon trim should I buy?

The 2016 Toyota Avalon is offered in 3 trim levels: XLE Plus, XLE Premium, Limited.

Here's the short version:

• Base trim: The XLE Plus gives you the core hybrid sedan experience, but it lacks the richer comfort and tech upgrades found higher up the range.
• Sweet-spot trim: The XLE Premium is the best value if you want a stronger tech and safety mix, since it adds navigation, wireless smartphone charging, blind-spot monitoring, and rear cross-traffic alert.
• Premium/top trim: The Limited is the most luxurious choice, with tri-zone climate control, ventilated front seats, heated rear seats, a power rear sunshade, xenon headlights, ambient lighting, and the JBL premium audio system.

Toyota Safety Sense is the key safety-package add-on to look for if you want the most complete driver-assistance setup.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2016 Toyota Avalon?

Act selectively, because this is still a seller-leaning market even though there are some decent opportunities if you move quickly.

• Deal availability: 29.5% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 285 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices are up 2.24% year-over-year.
• Clean inventory: 52.3% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $15,940.47, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2016 Toyota Avalon's resale value?

The current average of $17,188 sits slightly above last year's $16,812.

That upward move suggests the market still sees value in this model year, which can help support resale if you buy well and keep the car in strong condition. The Avalon’s combination of comfort, efficiency, and owner satisfaction also helps maintain demand among shoppers looking for a refined used sedan. If you choose a clean example with good service history, you’re more likely to preserve value than if you buy a car with accident history or deferred maintenance.

Vehicles with strong owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 5/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2016 Toyota Avalon safe?

It earns four-star ratings in frontal crash and rollover, and five-star ratings in all other NHTSA tests. The IIHS awarded the standard Avalon its top rating of Good in all categories.

It earns a 8/10 safety score from our experts.

Toyota Safety Sense adds a pre-collision system with pedestrian detection, lane-departure alert with steering assist, auto high-beam adjust, and dynamic radar cruise control. Standard safety equipment also includes traction and stability control, 4-wheel antilock disc brakes, and 10 airbags, including side curtain and front knee airbags.

One caveat from the test notes is that braking distance from 60 mph is a little over 130 feet, which is slightly below the class average. The notes also point out that the low-rolling-resistance tires can lose grip in wet conditions, so tire condition matters.

Should I buy a 2016 Toyota Avalon or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2016 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2016 if:

• 29.5% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• At 52.3% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.
• Price trend: Prices are up 2.24% year-over-year.
• Owners rate it 5/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• This year brings a refreshed face, an updated Entune system, and a new base trim, which helps it feel more current.

The bottom line: If you want the strongest mix of comfort, efficiency, and owner satisfaction, the 2016 is a solid target year. If you’re more price-sensitive, focus on the cleanest, best-documented example you can find rather than chasing the cheapest listing, because accident history and condition matter a lot in this market.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from August 21, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.