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2009 Toyota Avalon - Specifications

MSRP: $27,845 - $35,185 See Local Classifieds
 
4 Door Sedan XLS (Natl) Quick Specs
MSRP For This Trim: $32,145
Quick Specs
Gas Mileage 19 mpg City/28 mpg Hwy
Engine Gas V6, 3.5L
EPA Class Large
Style Name 4dr Sdn XLS (Natl)
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive
Passenger Capacity 5
Passenger Doors 4
Body Style 4dr Car
Transmission 6-speed automatic ECT-i transmission w/OD & sequential shift

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Each of these alternatives favors ride comfort over tight handling response, but also has decent straight-line acceleration.

The Lucerne V-6 and the Azera both have 3.8-liter V-6 engines and aren't as responsive as the Taurus, but the Lucerne is available in Super trim, which adds a 292-horsepower, 4.6-liter V-8.

Next to either of these rivals, the Avalon is quieter and more refined inside.

Another alternative is the Chrysler 300, which comes in an economical rear-wheel-drive base model or with all-wheel drive in upscale Touring trim.

The Taurus, which was recently called the Five Hundred, has a very nicely appointed interior and an especially spacious backseat, and its 3.5-liter V-6 and six-speed automatic are very responsive.

The 300 also has a powerful HEMI V-8 available.

But the 300 might not be as appealing to the crowd that favors ride comfort and space above all else; it's less roomy inside and not nearly as refined and quiet.

2009 Buick Lucerne Super  
2009 Buick Lucerne
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7.2
2008 Ford Taurus 4-door Sedan SEL FWD Open Doors  
2008 Ford Taurus
Rating
8.4
2008 Hyundai Azera GLS  
2008 Hyundai Azera
Rating
7.6

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