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Toyota Avalon II 3.0 i V6 24V (213 Hp)
Overall Rating
Toyota Avalon:
The Toyota Avalon is a full-size sedan manufactured by Toyota, as its largest front-wheel drive sedan; also its flagship in the United States, Canada, China and the Middle East. The Avalon was also manufactured in Australia from April 2000 until June 2005, when it was replaced in November 2006 by the Aurion. The first production Avalon was manufactured in September 1994 at the TMMK assembly line in Georgetown, Kentucky, where subsequent generations have been manufactured....(Read more on Wikipedia)
II Overview:
Toyota Avalon (II). With 298 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~11.2 l/100km). With a weight of 1590 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 8.4 s). The top speed reaches 215 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Toyota Avalon II was primarily sold in North America and was not tested by Euro NCAP. It performed well in contemporary US safety tests (NHTSA/IIHS) for its era, offering solid protection for occupants.
3.0 i V6 24V (213 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 3.0L 1MZ-FE V6 engine provides strong, smooth acceleration for a large sedan, making highway cruising effortless and offering confident overtaking capabilities.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy is respectable for a V6 of its size and era, with decent highway figures, though urban consumption is typical for a large petrol engine.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional reliability and durability
- • Smooth and powerful V6 engine
- • Spacious and comfortable interior
- • Quiet and refined ride quality
- • Good value on the used market
Cons:
- • Uninspired handling dynamics
- • Dated interior design by modern standards
- • Fuel economy can be high in city driving
- • Lacks modern safety and tech features
- • Exterior styling is conservative
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(IV: November, 2012 - February, 2015).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Toyota |
| Model: | Avalon |
| Generation: | II |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.0 i V6 24V (213 Hp) |
| Start of production: | September, 1999 |
| End of production: | November, 2004 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 213 Hp @ 5800 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 71.1 Hp/l [87mm less] |
| Torque: | 298 Nm @ 4400 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 1MZ-FE More details about the engine 1MZ-FE |
| Engine displacement: | 2995 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.7 l |
| Coolant: | 9 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 87.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 83 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 11.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 8.1 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 8.4 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 8.4 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 215 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 7.5 kg/Hp, 134 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.3 kg/Nm, 187.4 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 8 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1590 |
| Max. weight: | 1975 |
| Max load: | 385 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 450 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4874 mm mm [87mm less] |
| Width: | 1821 mm mm [13mm less] |
| Height: | 1465 mm mm [4mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2720 mm mm [99mm less] |
| Front track: | 1549 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1524 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 205/65 R15 |
| Front suspension | Coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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