Toyota Avalon vs Toyota Camry
Overview | |
Years produced1995-2022 | Years produced1983-Present |
MSRP$36,125 | MSRP$28,400 |
Average price | Average price$24,700 |
Listings33 | Listings1047 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews6.0 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.0 out of 10 |
Pros
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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. | |
Reviews SummaryThe Camry is a perennial favorite among families. It’s earned its popularity, with a reputation for reliability and safety, but it also hasn’t had as many competitors to contend with as its crossover siblings have. The few rivals it does have are all either new or recently refreshed, and now, the same can be said of the Camry. For 2025 it debuts a new look, new features, and a new hybrid powertrain, and it sets a new baseline standard for the high-selling midsize sedan. Verdict: Toyota knows its audience. The new 2025 Toyota Camry gives the people what they want, with up-to-date styling and tech, a strong value proposition helped along by excellent fuel economy, and, most importantly, no fatal flaws that might push a brand loyalist out of their comfort zone. | |
Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.5L 205 hp I4 | Engine2.5L 225 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive TrainAWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower205 hp @ 6600 rpm | Horsepower |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity1.01 kWh |
MPG City25 | MPG City53 |
MPG Highway34 | MPG Highway50 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.5L 205 hp I4 | Engine Name2.5L 225 hp I4 Hybrid |
Torque185 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm | Torque |
Horsepower205 hp @ 6600 rpm | Horsepower |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity1.01 kWh |
MPG City25 | MPG City53 |
MPG Highway34 | MPG Highway50 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space16.1 cu ft | Cargo Space15.1 cu ft |
Curb Weight3580 lbs | Curb Weight3450 lbs |
Height56.7 in | Height56.9 in |
Length195.9 in | Length193.5 in |
Width72.8 in | Width72.4 in |
Wheelbase113.0 in | Wheelbase111.2 in |
Maximum Payload940 lbs | Maximum Payload925 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 1995-2022 | 1983-Present |
MSRP | $36,125 | $28,400 |
Average price | $24,700 | |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 6.0 out of 10Read full review | 8.0 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | 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. | The Camry is a perennial favorite among families. It’s earned its popularity, with a reputation for reliability and safety, but it also hasn’t had as many competitors to contend with as its crossover siblings have. The few rivals it does have are all either new or recently refreshed, and now, the same can be said of the Camry. For 2025 it debuts a new look, new features, and a new hybrid powertrain, and it sets a new baseline standard for the high-selling midsize sedan. Verdict: Toyota knows its audience. The new 2025 Toyota Camry gives the people what they want, with up-to-date styling and tech, a strong value proposition helped along by excellent fuel economy, and, most importantly, no fatal flaws that might push a brand loyalist out of their comfort zone. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.5L 205 hp I4 | 2.5L 225 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive Train | AWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 205 hp @ 6600 rpm | |
EV Battery Capacity | 1.01 kWh | |
MPG City | 25 | 53 |
MPG Highway | 34 | 50 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 205 hp I4 | 2.5L 225 hp I4 Hybrid |
Torque | 185 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm | |
Horsepower | 205 hp @ 6600 rpm | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 1.01 kWh | |
MPG City | 25 | 53 |
MPG Highway | 34 | 50 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 16.1 cu ft | 15.1 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3580 lbs | 3450 lbs |
Height | 56.7 in | 56.9 in |
Length | 195.9 in | 193.5 in |
Width | 72.8 in | 72.4 in |
Wheelbase | 113.0 in | 111.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 940 lbs | 925 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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