Used Toyota Avalon for Sale nearProtection, KS

How much does the Toyota Avalon cost in today's market?

Used Toyota Avalon prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Toyota Avalon’s current nationwide average price is $17,195, and its lowest point over the past year was $16,485. Recently, prices have eased on the 2022 models, while other recent model years have held firm or risen.

Is the Toyota Avalon a good car?

Yes — the Toyota Avalon has a strong reputation for comfort, reliability, and a roomy, upscale feel. The all-generations owner rating is 4.63/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the Avalon’s smooth ride, spacious interior, and luxury-leaning character. Many also highlight its strong V6 performance and the way it delivers a premium experience at a lower price than many luxury-branded sedans.

Expert reviews rate the 2020 and 2019 models among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs that show up in expert reviews are the base engine’s weaker feel, the limited AWD pairing, and the dated technology in some years.

29.0% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Toyota Avalon models reliable?

Owners consistently describe the Avalon as comfortable, dependable, and well suited to long-term use. Expert reviews reinforce that impression with praise for its smooth ride, roomy cabin, and composed driving character.

• Owners rate the Toyota Avalon between 4.29 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, the Avalon’s long-term ownership appeal is strongest when you prioritize comfort, durability, and a relaxed driving experience.

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

Across all model years, at 57.1% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2022 models.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: Toyota Safety Sense-P (TSS-P)
• Infotainment: 9-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• Fuel efficiency: 28 mpg in combined driving

Which Toyota Avalon trim should I buy?

The 2021 Toyota Avalon offers these trims:

• XLE: This is the comfort-focused starting point, and it suits you if you want the Avalon’s roomy cabin and upscale feel in a straightforward package.
• Limited: This trim adds a more premium interior ambiance, real wood trim, and available AWD, making it the best-value choice if you want the Avalon’s most upscale everyday experience.
• XSE Nightshade: This version adds blacked-out mesh grille styling for a more distinctive look.
• XSE Hybrid: This trim brings hybrid power with a sportier presentation.
• Touring: This trim adds a sport-leaning setup and styling.
• TRD: This trim adds extra performance and style, and it suits you if you want the most expressive Avalon character.

What Toyota Avalon do most buyers choose?

The Toyota Avalon years with the most listings are 2014, 2015, and 2016.

Those higher-volume years tend to draw more shoppers because they offer more inventory to compare and a wider spread of prices and conditions. That usually makes it easier for you to find a version that fits your budget and feature priorities.

What is the Toyota Avalon's resale value?

The table shows a mixed resale picture, with several years declining and several others moving upward. That gives you some room to shop strategically, especially if you’re looking at years that have softened recently.

The 2020 and 2021 model years are holding steady, with prices close to flat year-over-year.

The 2015, 2016, and 2014 model years have held their value best, with prices flat to rising year-over-year.

Is the Toyota Avalon safe?

• 2021: 7/10
• 2020: 9/10
• 2019: 9/10
• 2016: 8/10

Toyota Safety Sense-P is standard with every 2021 Avalon.

For the safest used buy, the 2019 and 2020 models both post the highest confirmed score of 9/10.

Should I buy a used Toyota Avalon now?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2019 model is at −6.54% versus a year ago, and the 2017 model is at −3.99%.
• Deal availability: The 2019 model has 33% good and great deals.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2014 model has the most listings at a current average price of $14,417. The Toyota Avalon offers a smooth ride, a spacious cabin, and a comfortable, upscale character that makes it easy to live with every day.

If you're buying used today, the 2014 model year offers the best mix of value and availability.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 20, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.