Toyota Avalon vs Dodge Charger
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Years produced1995-2022 | Years produced1966-1978 |
MSRP$36,125 | MSRP$54,995 |
Listings1789 | Listings9415 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews6.0 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.2 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryThe 2021 Toyota Avalon serves a simple function. It bridges the price gap between the Toyota Camry and the Lexus ES. In fact, the Avalon and the Lexus are essentially the same cars, the latter offering a greater degree of refinement and a more appealing design. Otherwise, there isn’t a reason for the Avalon to exist in a world gone mad for SUVs. And that’s especially true when a certified pre-owned Lexus ES that’s just a year or two old costs less than the new Toyota. | |
Reviews SummaryIt doesn’t have a V8, but the 2026 Dodge Charger does have 550 horsepower and 531 pound-feet of torque from a turbocharged SIXPACK High Output inline-six engine. All-wheel drive is also standard, and additional drive modes mean smoky burnouts, drifting and donuts remain Charger specialties. It’s offered in two- and four-door styles, and there’s plenty of interior room for adult passengers, making it a uniquely powerful and potentially practical American muscle car for the right buyer. Verdict: Who needs a Hemi? It’s not likely to have broad appeal as a family car, but the 2026 Dodge Charger Scat Pack stands out as a truly modern muscle car. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.5L 205 hp I4 | Engine |
Drive TrainAWD | Drive Train |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower205 hp @ 6600 rpm | Horsepower |
MPG City25 | MPG City |
MPG Highway34 | MPG Highway |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.5L 205 hp I4 | Engine Name3.0L 550 hp I6 |
Torque185 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm | Torque531 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm |
Horsepower205 hp @ 6600 rpm | Horsepower550 hp @ 6200 rpm |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City25 | MPG City |
MPG Highway34 | MPG Highway |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space16.1 cu ft | Cargo Space22.7 cu ft |
Curb Weight3580 lbs | Curb Weight4816 lbs |
Height56.7 in | Height59.2 in |
Length195.9 in | Length206.6 in |
Width72.8 in | Width79.8 in |
Wheelbase113.0 in | Wheelbase121.0 in |
Maximum Payload940 lbs | Maximum Payload |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors2 |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 1995-2022 | 1966-1978 |
MSRP | $36,125 | $54,995 |
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Expert reviews | 6.0 out of 10Read full review | 7.2 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | The 2021 Toyota Avalon serves a simple function. It bridges the price gap between the Toyota Camry and the Lexus ES. In fact, the Avalon and the Lexus are essentially the same cars, the latter offering a greater degree of refinement and a more appealing design. Otherwise, there isn’t a reason for the Avalon to exist in a world gone mad for SUVs. And that’s especially true when a certified pre-owned Lexus ES that’s just a year or two old costs less than the new Toyota. | It doesn’t have a V8, but the 2026 Dodge Charger does have 550 horsepower and 531 pound-feet of torque from a turbocharged SIXPACK High Output inline-six engine. All-wheel drive is also standard, and additional drive modes mean smoky burnouts, drifting and donuts remain Charger specialties. It’s offered in two- and four-door styles, and there’s plenty of interior room for adult passengers, making it a uniquely powerful and potentially practical American muscle car for the right buyer. Verdict: Who needs a Hemi? It’s not likely to have broad appeal as a family car, but the 2026 Dodge Charger Scat Pack stands out as a truly modern muscle car. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.5L 205 hp I4 | |
Drive Train | AWD | |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 205 hp @ 6600 rpm | |
MPG City | 25 | |
MPG Highway | 34 | |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 205 hp I4 | 3.0L 550 hp I6 |
Torque | 185 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm | 531 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm |
Horsepower | 205 hp @ 6600 rpm | 550 hp @ 6200 rpm |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 25 | |
MPG Highway | 34 | |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 16.1 cu ft | 22.7 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3580 lbs | 4816 lbs |
Height | 56.7 in | 59.2 in |
Length | 195.9 in | 206.6 in |
Width | 72.8 in | 79.8 in |
Wheelbase | 113.0 in | 121.0 in |
Maximum Payload | 940 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 2 |
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