Used 2006 Toyota Avalon Consumer Reviews
THE BEST BUY FOR AUTOMOBILES IN 2006
I own and have owned cars that cost 2 and a half times as much as this Avalon and none provided a smooth ride as this one does. The comfort factor is amazing. Getting into this car with a winter overcoat on is no longer a feat nor is it constricting. The dashboard is extremely well lit and easy to read..The controls are easily accessible. This large car seems to go and go without having to stop to continually refuel. I am most pleased with this product. It has to be the Best Buy of 2006 for all of the amenities that were included that others seek extra dollars for.
Decent car for the money
I bought this car for the expected reliability and comfort for the long commute to work. Surprisingly, this car is not as comfy as a 95 Camry my sister-in-law has. Perhaps it's the 17 inch tires and the firmer seats than expected. Road noise is well subdued and the power is good, but any faster than 100, and it's floats and bobs more than the Civic and Accord I used to have. The worse thing about the car is the navi which is hard to use with the button. Trying to navigate the keyboard with it and you end up "entering" half of the time. The touch screen in my wife's TL is so much more user friendly. Otherwise it is a great deal.
- Touring SedanMSRP: $3,90028 mi away
- XL SedanMSRP: $3,5009 mi away
- Touring SedanMSRP: $6,9955 mi away
The Good, the Bad and the Ugly
0-60 in 6 seconds. 28 MPG in town and 31+ on the road. However, mine came with an AM radio that goes to static every time I change directions. When it does work the sound is so muffeled you can barely hear it. Dealer replaced some radio parts -- same problem. I have to admit that the FM and CD features are fantastic. The car leaked transmission fluid all over my garage the day I carried it home. The dealer claimed to fix the problem the first try, it leaked all over the garage again. Finally, it was repaired on the second try (so far, anyway). When you drive 65 MPH, it feels like 45 or less, so be careful. Why isn't there a coin holder?
Fun to drive to work
I have 7000 miles on my new Avalon. I drive 100 miles a day. It has been a joy to drive even in bad weather. A good value for the money!
I Love to Drive...THIS CAR!
The most fun I have had in a long time. Finally sold my "oil tanker" SUV for something more fun and maneuver. The 3 point turns are back in my repetoire of driving. Yes, I at times I miss the cargo space. But again "at times".