Are you on the lookout for a large, powerful sedan that combines luxury and practicality? The Toyota brand’s Avalon has been its flagship car for years and a popular one at that. For 2021, drivers who wish for more grip on slippery or wet roads are in for a treat. Toyota is offering the first-ever all-wheel drive option in the Avalon. The 2021 Toyota Avalon also comes with a black-accented exterior in its Nightshade Edition. Moreover, for 2021, Android Auto compatibility comes standard on all trims. However, how does the 2021 Toyota Avalon measure up against the competition? To answer your question, at Manhattan Beach Toyota in Manhattan Beach, CA, we have put together a comparison of the 2021 Toyota Avalon vs 2021 Honda Accord.
2021 Toyota Avalon |
vs |
2021 Honda Accord |
$36,125 | Starting MSRP | $24,970 |
3,456 |
Engine Displacement (cc) |
1,498 |
11.8:1 |
Compression Ratio |
10.3 :1 |
301 |
Horsepower (hp) |
192 |
267 |
Torque (lb.-ft.) |
192 |
As seen above, on quite a few parameters, the 2021 Toyota Avalon is way more superior than the 2021 Honda Accord. Furthermore, the 2021 Toyota Avalon is available in two engines: A 3.5-liter V6 DOHC 24-Valve D-4S Dual Injection with 301 hp at 6,600 rpm and 267 lb.-ft. at 4,700 rpm and a 2.5-Liter Dynamic Force 4-Cylinder DOHC 16-Valve D-4S Direct Injection with 205 hp at 6,600 rpm and 185 lb.-ft. at 4,600 rpm. Both engines come with VVT-I technology, which helps with better fuel economy, reduced hydrocarbon emissions, and increased torque. The 2.5-liter engine also comes with ECO, NORMAL, and SPORT drive modes.
Additionally, the 3.5-Liter engine delivers a fuel economy of 22 mpg in the city, 32 mpg on the highway, and 26 mpg combined. The 2.5-Liter engine delivers 25 mpg in the city, 34 mpg on the highway, and 28 mpg combined.
The 2021 Toyota Avalon also features some spectacular technology. The technology features on the 2021 Toyota Avalon include a JBL® premium audio system with 14 speakers and 7.1 channel surround sound. All trims are also integrated with Android Auto™ and Apple CarPlay®. So, you can get directions, make phone calls, and groove to your favorite music even as you stay focused on your driving. The Toyota Avalon sedan’s 7-inch multi-information display gives you information about your fuel consumption, current mpg, and directions.
If you want to learn more about the 2021 Toyota Avalon, do drop by Manhattan Beach Toyota in Manhattan Beach, CA, or schedule a test drive today!