2001 Toyota Avalon Review
Fuel Economy
21 mpg
Summary
What Edmunds.com says
A comfortable, though pasteurized, full-size sedan.
Pros
Lexus-like quality, smooth V6 engine, huge rear seat.
Cons
High price tag, funky dash design, toothy chrome grille.
What's New for 2001
Two colors, Cognac Brown and Constellation Blue Pearl, are dumped for 2001, and an emergency trunk release has been added.
Consumer Ratings & Reviews
8 yrs of comfort, speed, reliability
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2001 Toyota Avalon XL 4dr Sedan w/Bucket Seats (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
Review
After years we still love our efficient, fast, luxurious, super comfortable silent, low maintenance Toyota Avalon 2001 XL. We're both demanding drivers, but it puts up with our abuse, even jumping a tree trunk in front of the car in a snow storm and still coming out of it without wrecking. After 134,00 miles we finally are replacing original struts and shocks. A minor thing is that the check engine light comes on and off off late with an error code that may point to something related to the oil valve. At this moment the light is off though. Probably the new age of sensors comes with that kind of electronic oversensitivity.
Favorite Features
Sunroof, leather, fast pickup, Lexus comfort thanks to Lexus frame, spacious trunk.
Suggested Improvements
none
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Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2001 Toyota Avalon XLS 4dr Sedan w/Bucket Seats (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
Review
I just recently sold a 1994 Toyota Camry with 364,000 miles on it. My wife has a 2004 Corolla with 143,000. I love Toyota's so much, that I wanted the top of the line Toyota with all the buttons without buying a new one. I found a 2001 Toyota Avalon XLS with 122,000 miles on it. I changed the oil and that's it so far. The car has excellent acceleration, braking, and the ride is luxury car smooth. The interior was well thought out with all the storage compartments. It has all the features of any luxury car like heated seats, mirrors, leather, power seats, climate control; front and rear 6 cd changer, power sunroof, etc.
Favorite Features
Leather interior, Sunroof, memory seats, 6 cyl. engine. Gas mileage and Toyota Reliability. I feel so proud of myself for deciding to purchase another Toyota. My next Truck will be a Toyota Tundra, but my Ford is still kickin right now. For now my only Veh. will be Toyota's.
Suggested Improvements
Front Center Air vent placement and cupholders needs to be changed. It's hard to rest your arm on the cupholder when a drink is in the cupholder. Plus drinks are easy to knock out of the cupholders. The air vents in the center of the Dashboard are hard to adjust to blow toward your face.
Very reliable
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 7 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2001 Toyota Avalon XL 4dr Sedan w/Bucket Seats (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
Review
The car has performed very well. Gas mileage is good, especially for this car's size. It is extremely smooth and quiet, running as well as it did when it was new. Brakes were changed at 72K miles. Other than that, have only done fluid changes, batteries, tires, filters and timing belt/water pump -- all recommended maintenance. It is extremely comfortable on long trips. Back seat has tremendous leg and head room.
Favorite Features
Smooth, easy to drive, quiet, huge back seat, very comfortable and supportive front seats.
Suggested Improvements
Side mirrors should not be fixed, but should be able to bend forward/backward so you don't risk breaking them if you hit them. Better tires on the new car.
Avalon Is Great
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2001 Toyota Avalon XLS 4dr Sedan w/Bucket Seats (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
Review
We purchased Avalon new. Only repairs were front brake pads at 80,000 miles, rear brake pads at 87,000 miles. Battery at 7 years and tires at 40,000 and again at 80,000 miles. Rides better than a Cadillac DTS. Always starts in Iowa winter and great handling on snow and ice.
Favorite Features
Memory seats, traction control, ride and handling quality.
Suggested Improvements
None
After 8 Years, Still Love It
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
2001 Toyota Avalon XLS 4dr Sedan w/Bucket Seats (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
Review
I've owned my 2001 for 8 years and I still love it. Never had a problem with it after 125,000 miles. Passengers get in it today and remark about how nice and comfortable it is. I liked it so much I purchased another new 2008 Avalon 6 months ago for my wife. I kept the 2001 and use it as my daily driver. The 2001 is still worth 1/3 of my purchase price, but I don't even intend to sell it. I'll probably end up giving it to my grand-daughter to drive when she turns 16 in a couple of years. This has been the best car I've ever owned, including "S class" Mercedes and 740IL BMW. The only difference is the V-8 performance and the cost was 1/3 the price.
Favorite Features
Just change the oil every 3000-4000 miles and change the timing belt at about 100,000 miles... 3 sets of brakes and 4 sets of tires and gas. Cheap long term transportation. Hoping I get the same great results from my new one.
Suggested Improvements
At about 115,000 the leather on the top of the steering wheel tore from wear.
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