Used 2012 Toyota Avalon Limited Sedan Review
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Such a Deal!
Alan, Santa Rosa, CA, 06/30/2017
2012 Toyota Avalon Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
Had owned a certified, pre-owned Lexus es330 and was thinking at 95,000 miles to get an update to 2012 es 350 version but found price too stiff. So began to look at 2012 Avalon Limited from Toyota dealer which also was certified pre-owned and found a beauty last August 2016. Love the clean beige interior color and the crimson mica exterior that literally glitters in the sun. Had only … 30,000 miles on it which is for me a sweet spot. The Limited version has all the bells and whistles I wanted on a Lexus es 350 and in addition is roomier and I found more powerful pick up. Though maybe don't get the Lexus cache but get everything and more at a lower price point.
Now in July 2019 still really enjoy the car. My only small concern has been realizing how big the car is due to very large back seat area, that I rarely use. So sometimes think might be better to have a smaller car, but not enough to begin looking again.
My new boo!
K. Marshall, Fairfax, VA, 09/22/2015
2012 Toyota Avalon Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
My previous car was a 2006 Ford Five Hundred (large and sturdy), so transitioning to the Avalon took a bit getting used to as the Avalon sets lower to the ground than the 500 and I'm an older driver. I purchased the car used in May 2015 and could not have made a better purchase. She's beautiful and so impressive to look at, her drive is smooth, and the speaker system is out of this … world - I have the Avalon Limited with all the convenience features. A bonus for me was she only had 6,600 miles on her - how lucky was I. She handles well and has great acceleration. Some of the categories I can't rate yet (snow traction, active safety, repair frequency) since I've only owned her for 5 months, but when you run her through the car wash, she shines like new money!
Bulletproof
John Burke, Aiken, SC, 09/05/2016
2012 Toyota Avalon Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
after a year, I'm really satisfied with this car. MPG has been super. Overall about 22. Higywayup at 30mpg @ 76 on cruise. Love safety features w/lane departure, emergency braking, distance adjustment on cruise. Pedestrian alert. Very comfortable & suspension adjustment for sporty driving. I'm very pleased. A big step up from '12 model.
Have now completed 2 full years with the car. … Nothing’s changed. It’s been bulletproof & always a pleasure to drive. Mileage on road went up to 31 last trip. It’s a real cruiser, quiet & comfortable plus you can’t beat the price especially compared to Lexus ES 350.
MY FIRST VERY CONNECTED AVALON
ROGER ABEL, Cleves, OH, 01/14/2019
2012 Toyota Avalon Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
This is my second Avalon the first was a 2012. It was great, but, I wanted the new safety features. I bought the limited version and it is so loaded with features that it will be weeks before i understand them all. My sales person at Performance Toyota was new and of no help with how things work. There is a lot of support from Toyota on the internet (thank god). I originally wanted a … hybrid, but, the four cylinder engine is too noisy and the drive train never seemed to stay in one mode or gear for very long. Long story short I love the v-6 engine, it is very powerful. The transmission is new for this model and if it holds up like the prior 6 speed it will be fine. The shifting on the 8 speed is very smooth and quiet. I did the due diligence again this time and the Avalon is still the best bang for the buck.
Edmunds Summary Review of the 2012 Toyota Avalon Limited Sedan
Pros & Cons
- Pro:Seats five adults in comfort
- Pro:good visibility
- Pro:comfortable ride
- Pro:strong and efficient engine
- Pro:reclining rear seats.
- Con:A bit expensive for its class
- Con:elevated road noise
- Con:front seats lack support
- Con:refined nature leaves little room for flair or personality.
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