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Great Family Sedan
jaegan, 05/26/2006
2005 Toyota Avalon XL 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
When picking a sedan to replace my 350Z, I selected the Avalon over the G35, Altima and Camry. One might think G35 would have been a closer match to the Z but no sedan can match sports car handling - so I got the car that offered the most of everything else. The Avalon has a good bit of power, cavernous rear passenger space, reclining rear seats, excellent build quality, and a luxo-plush ride. I've noticed that it takes some throttle modulation to "help" the car find 1st or 2nd gear. Cloths seats are far softer than leather. You can get over 30 mpg on the highway (at 65-70 mph). Conversely, 19 mpg in the city is common. Overall, a surprisingly great value in XL trim (paid $25K).
Why isn't this car talked about more?
q45samuel, 08/13/2010
2005 Toyota Avalon Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
6 of 8 people found this review helpful
Hello, I traded a paid-off 01 7 series BMW for my 05 Avalon limited. I really lost on the deal, but something seemed so right after I test drove this used Avalon. 2 years later, I've installed an iPod connect and changed the oil twice. Though I no longer Wonder what needs repaired when I drive off, I now smile. This ava limited is my friend. The air conditioner is nice, seats are comfortable, audio and ride do what they're supposed to do, so I ask 'why isn't this car mentioned more for its qualities? 'a true sleeper' I thought, for I live in a upper middle-class neighborhood, and the Avalon seems to be everywhere. Toyotas are around, but the Avalon is everywhere. This may be my last car
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THEY JUST DON'T MAKE THEM LIKE THAT ANYMORE !!!!!
GAIL T., 12/14/2018
updated 12/17/2021
2005 Toyota Avalon XLS 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
I will always look back on the purchase of my 2005 Avalon as the smartest that I ever made. I sold my fabulous 1994 Camry (that was in perfect condition) to buy what was and always will be my favorite car . Never failed to start-in almost 14 years of driving. Only repair was replacing the fuel or water pump,can not remember which. Otherwise regular oil changes and buy tires every 5 years. Was rear ended this past thanksgiving on the freeway . Long story short, the beaut was totaled. How I wish that Toyota had not changed up the Avalon so much through the years . If they hadn't I would have purchased a new Avalon in a heart beat !!! Toyota builds great cars there is no denying that. But I will never understand why the company did what they did to what was their "flag ship" vehicle. So sad!!!
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Ultimate reliability
Kevin McLean, 11/12/2009
2005 Toyota Avalon Touring 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
Coming up on 137,000 miles on my Avalon touring edition 2005, the car had zero problems. Of course I have changed the front brakes out once, and tires rotated/changed once. This car has been a sigh of relief in having the confidence this car will not break down. I realize that no car will not run into problems with regular maintenance performed. But, so far this is the most reliable car I have ever purchased. In one year alone I put up 55,000 miles on my Avalon with only a battery change. If you're in outside sales, having to keep every appointment, this is the car for you. Luxury & reliability, this Avalon will be the last car I will ever have to purchase.
This car is a sleeper
samuel, 08/08/2010
2005 Toyota Avalon Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
in my 30 yrs of driving, I've had more than 20 different cars. a 87 lincoln mk7, 93 sc400, 2002 q45, had been my favorites until buying my 05 avalon limited. nearing 2 yrs with 65,000, all done has been installing ipod plug and oil changes. i've taking 2 yrs of auto courses, so i know about problems with autos. my 05 avalon is a true sleeper. every time i get into it, I'm amazed at how it seems to want to be noticed.besides 23 city and 30 plus hwy, it never breaks down. though, like a number of others, i had to be reminded how to use the key fob. thing is why hasn't more be told about this car? my 05 limited is nearly the same car as the 2010 limited,so why hasn't the critics mentioned this?