Toyota Avalon vs Mercedes-Benz S-Class
Overview | |
Years produced1994-Present | Years produced1995-2022 |
MSRP$114,500 | MSRP$36,125 |
Average price$67,339 | Average price |
Listings220 | Listings28 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.5 out of 10 | Expert reviews6.0 out of 10 |
Pros
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Reviews SummaryWhen it comes to good design, even better luxury, and stellar performance, it’s tough to beat the three-pointed star. The S-Class is a few years into its latest generation, but Mercedes trotted out a new powertrain for 2023. It’s not a full battery-electric vehicle—for that you’ll want the EQS—but for many consumers the plug-in hybrid can be a convenient stop-gap for those not ready to commit to leaving the gas station behind for good. | |
Reviews SummaryThe 2021 Toyota Avalon serves a simple function. It bridges the price gap between the Toyota Camry and the Lexus ES. In fact, the Avalon and the Lexus are essentially the same cars, the latter offering a greater degree of refinement and a more appealing design. Otherwise, there isn’t a reason for the Avalon to exist in a world gone mad for SUVs. And that’s especially true when a certified pre-owned Lexus ES that’s just a year or two old costs less than the new Toyota. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine3.0L 429 hp I6 | Engine2.5L 205 hp I4 |
Drive TrainAWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower429 hp @ 6100 rpm | Horsepower205 hp @ 6600 rpm |
MPG City20 | MPG City25 |
MPG Highway28 | MPG Highway34 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.0L 429 hp I6 | Engine Name2.5L 205 hp I4 |
Torque384 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm | Torque185 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm |
Horsepower429 hp @ 6100 rpm | Horsepower205 hp @ 6600 rpm |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City20 | MPG City25 |
MPG Highway28 | MPG Highway34 |
Interior | |
Leather SeatsStandard | Leather Seats |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation System |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/Moonroof |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space12.9 cu ft | Cargo Space16.1 cu ft |
Curb Weight4740 lbs | Curb Weight3580 lbs |
Height59.2 in | Height56.7 in |
Length208.2 in | Length195.9 in |
Width83.0 in | Width72.8 in |
Wheelbase126.6 in | Wheelbase113.0 in |
Maximum Payload1387 lbs | Maximum Payload940 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 1994-Present | 1995-2022 |
MSRP | $114,500 | $36,125 |
Average price | $67,339 | |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.7 | 4.5 |
Expert reviews | 8.5 out of 10Read full review | 6.0 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | When it comes to good design, even better luxury, and stellar performance, it’s tough to beat the three-pointed star. The S-Class is a few years into its latest generation, but Mercedes trotted out a new powertrain for 2023. It’s not a full battery-electric vehicle—for that you’ll want the EQS—but for many consumers the plug-in hybrid can be a convenient stop-gap for those not ready to commit to leaving the gas station behind for good. | The 2021 Toyota Avalon serves a simple function. It bridges the price gap between the Toyota Camry and the Lexus ES. In fact, the Avalon and the Lexus are essentially the same cars, the latter offering a greater degree of refinement and a more appealing design. Otherwise, there isn’t a reason for the Avalon to exist in a world gone mad for SUVs. And that’s especially true when a certified pre-owned Lexus ES that’s just a year or two old costs less than the new Toyota. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.0L 429 hp I6 | 2.5L 205 hp I4 |
Drive Train | AWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 429 hp @ 6100 rpm | 205 hp @ 6600 rpm |
MPG City | 20 | 25 |
MPG Highway | 28 | 34 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.0L 429 hp I6 | 2.5L 205 hp I4 |
Torque | 384 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm | 185 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm |
Horsepower | 429 hp @ 6100 rpm | 205 hp @ 6600 rpm |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 20 | 25 |
MPG Highway | 28 | 34 |
Interior | ||
Leather Seats | Standard | |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 12.9 cu ft | 16.1 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4740 lbs | 3580 lbs |
Height | 59.2 in | 56.7 in |
Length | 208.2 in | 195.9 in |
Width | 83.0 in | 72.8 in |
Wheelbase | 126.6 in | 113.0 in |
Maximum Payload | 1387 lbs | 940 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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