2015 Toyota Avalon Hybrid review
Toyota Avalon Hybrid highlights
Customer rating
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Pros
- Capacious cabin
- Hybrid gas mileage
- Plenty of onboard technology
Cons
- Grabby brakes
- Not exciting to drive
- Transmission drone
Mileage (EPA estimate)
40 city, 39 highway, 40 combined
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Frugal and feature-rich sedan
The 2015 Toyota Avalon Hybrid is a full-size sedan with a hybrid engine that is gentle on fuel. There is lots of room for five people and their luggage, and everyone can enjoy the upmarket cabin with its high levels of onboard features and technology.
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What is new for the 2015 Toyota Avalon Hybrid?
- The XLE Touring trim now comes with Blind Spot Monitor as standard equipment.
- The XLE Premium trim now comes with Rear Sunshade and Satellite Radio Ready as standard equipment.
5 reasons to buy the 2015 Toyota Avalon Hybrid
1. Careful on fuel
Despite its full-size sedan dimensions, the Toyota Avalon Hybrid’s 2.5L hybrid engine sips fuel carefully. System power from the gas engine and electric motor set-up is 200 hp, with 156 lb-ft of torque, distributed to the front wheels by a continuously variable transmission. The regenerative braking system stores kinetic energy from the wheels in the hybrid battery, helping the 2015 Avalon Hybrid with 17-inch wheels achieve an EPA-estimated 40 mpg combined.
2. Lots of features
Packed with standard features, the 2015 Avalon Hybrid will please you if you’re looking for a well-kitted-out large sedan. The XLE Premium trim has 17-inch alloy wheels, a sunroof, a dual-zone climate control system with rear seat vents, and an auto-dimming rearview mirror. The XLE Touring trim adds wide-angle front foglights, and for 2015, a blind-spot monitor. Step up to the Limited trim, and you’ll find xenon headlights, rain-sensing wipers, and a power rear sunshade. Driver-assist features are included as part of the available Technology package.
3. Onboard tech
Whether your passengers love their music or gadgets, they’ll find plenty of pleasing onboard technology features in the Avalon Hybrid. The entry XLE Premium trim receives Toyota’s Entune™ App Plus multimedia bundle for 2015, complete with a 6.1-inch touchscreen, HD Radio®, USB integration, and Bluetooth® connectivity. The XLE Touring trim features the Entune™ App Suite set-up with a seven-inch touchscreen, navigation, and smartphone app integration.
4. A comfortable drive
If you’re looking for a car that’s not taxing to drive, the Toyota Avalon Hybrid may be the car for you. On a cruise or driving around the city, the Avalon Hybrid is very quiet, helped by its standard noise-reducing windshield, and driver and front passenger side windows, made from acoustic glass. Wherever you’re headed, you and your passengers will appreciate the composed handling, smooth ride, rocksteady feel, and relaxing demeanor of this hybrid sedan.
5. Accommodating cabin
Whoever you need to drive around, the 2015 Avalon Hybrid has space for everyone. Five full-size seats mean everyone has plenty of room. There is 42.1 inches of front seat legroom and 36.7 inches of headroom. Those in the back will have little cause to complain either, with 39.1 inches of rear legroom and 37.0 inches of rear headroom. The 14 cu-ft trunk has a wide and square space big enough for suitcases or groceries, and standard keyless entry is very convenient when your hands are full of shopping.
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Ratings & reliability
Customer ratings
4.2 out of 5
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Toyota Avalon Hybrid features and specs
Limited 2WD 4D Sedan
Standard Features
- A/C Seat(s)
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Bluetooth Technology
- CD Audio
- Cruise Control
- Entune
- Front Seat Heaters
- JBL Sound System
- Leather Seats
- Memory Seat(s)
- Navigation System
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Rear Seat Heaters
- Rear Sunshade
- Rear View Camera
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Smart Key
- Sunroof(s)
- Traction Control
- Automated Cruise Control
- Bluetooth Technology
- Remote Start
Drive Wheels
Front Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
2.5L
Horsepower
200
Torque (ft-lbs)
156
Engine type
Hybrid
Fuel capacity
17
Wheelbase
111"
Overall length
195.3"
Width
72.2"
Height
57.5"
Leg room
F 42.1"/R 39.2"
Head room
F 37.6"/R 37"
Front tires
P215/55VR17
Rear tires
P215/55VR17
Seating capacity
5
Max towing capacity
100/1000 lbs.
Transmission
Automatic
2015 Toyota Avalon Hybrid FAQ
The 2015 Toyota Avalon Hybrid is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- Limited : 40 MPG City and 39 MPG Highway
- XLE Touring : 40 MPG City and 39 MPG Highway
- XLE Premium : 40 MPG City and 39 MPG Highway
The 2015 Toyota Avalon Hybrid has a maximum towing capacity of 1000 pounds, when properly equipped. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories.
Here is what's new for the 2015 Toyota Avalon Hybrid:
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Rear Sunshade
- Satellite Radio Ready
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