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10 years of quality and reliability
Jim squier, 06/02/2016
2006 Toyota Avalon Touring 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
She has a few dings and scratches and arm rest has a tear in it from my elbow over the years. The car has never been in the shop except for oil changes every 3000 miles, new skins, breaks and the recommended maintenance checkups. She runs like a champ!
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understated greatness
PhilB9, 03/10/2022
updated 03/14/2024
2006 Toyota Avalon Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Now have 377,000 miles. Since my last review, I have changed front struts, a couple front-end suspension pieces, repaired or replaced a leaky gas tank, and an-depth tune-up (plugs, coils, etc.). The tune-up increased mpg. Mechanics are amazed by sound of engine. I continue to change oil every 5-7 K miles. I've no regrets about this purchase 11 years ago with 145,000 mi. -------------------- Bought this 06 Avalon Ltd in 2013 with 145,000 miles on it. Now--332,000. Other than regular oil changes and brake upkeep, bearings replaced on two front wheels, a coil or two, a couple sensors, this is basically a trouble-free vehicle, even in Michigan's U.P. With snow tires in winter, it's like a tank going thru snow. Fuel mileage ranges from 28 mpg @ 80 mph to 32+ mpg at 60 mph. Handles well for a cruiser! The map isn't user-friendly, but I don't need it. Mechanics at the shop that services it marvel at the health of the engine and quality of the vehicle. I hope my next Toyota is as good!
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A lot of bang for the buck
Ted, 01/03/2007
2006 Toyota Avalon XLS 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
After owning this car, it is easy to see why Toyota is doing so well. This American designed and built car is like owning a Lexus but costs much less. The blizzard-white pearl paint job is beautiful. Also owning a fuel stingy Rav4, I am also impressed with Avalon's 31 mpg on the highway. I test drove a Lexus and previously owned a Volvo, but the Avalon was such a great car for the money.
Avalon Ltd. 3.5 Years Later
Steve Coleman, 04/24/2009
2006 Toyota Avalon Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I have been surprised by this car. Good - Excellent fuel mileage (25 city, 30-31 hwy), comfort, luxury looks and feel. Bad - Intermediate steering shaft problem (outside wrty at 45K mi., transmission jerkiness (fixed by toyo with a reprogramming, $0), $900 repair est. (I declined to fix), check engine lite (50k mi, $1500 repair bill), now the poss. oil line leak repair before failure (repair cost unk.?). Also, watch out for dealers selling Toyota warranties that are not favorably received by other dealer in other states (SE Toyo dealers vs Midwest dealers).
Love this car!
Patti, 12/09/2008
2006 Toyota Avalon XLS 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I bought a 2006 Avalon because I had a 98 Avalon and loved it so much I didn't want to get a new one - but my husband wanted to get me a new car, so we got another Avalon. On relatively flat, freeway driving we get 33 - 35 mpg, much more than I thought we would get. We are very pleased with our car. I love the heated seats in the winter!