2001 Toyota Avalon XLS
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- Photo: 2003 Toyota Avalon XLS, front left, 07-12-2023 by MercurySable99, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 00-02 Toyota Avalon by IFCAR, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2001 Toyota Avalon XL, rear 12.15.19 by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2003 Toyota Avalon XL, rear 1.1.21 by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2001 Toyota Avalon XLS is a 210-hp 3.0-liter V6 with a 4-speed electronically-controlled automatic transmission w/od & intelligence and front-wheel drive. It starts at $30,885 MSRP and is rated at 21 mpg combined.
It makes 210 horsepower at 5,800 rpm and 220 lb-ft of torque at 4400 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 18 mpg city and 27 mpg highway (21 mpg combined).
The Avalon measures 191.9 inches long on a 107.1-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,428 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Sedan |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $30,885 ($56,678 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | V6 |
| Displacement | 3 L |
| Horsepower | 210 hp @ 5,800 rpm |
| Torque | 220 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm |
| Injection Type | Multi-port fuel injection (MPFI) |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 4-speed electronically-controlled automatic transmission w/OD & intelligence |
| 1st Gear | 2.81 |
| 2nd Gear | 1.55 |
| 3rd Gear | 1 |
| 4th Gear | 0.74 |
| Reverse | 2.3 |
| Final Drive | 3.43 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 18 MPG |
| Highway | 27 MPG |
| Combined | 21 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular unleaded |
| Tank Capacity | 18.5 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Independent MacPherson strut w/coil springs |
| Rear Suspension | Independent MacPherson strut w/coil springs |
| Front Stabilizer Bar | 0.67 in |
| Rear Stabilizer Bar | 0.67 in |
| Turning Diameter | 37.6 ft |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 10.7 in x 1.1 in |
| Rear Brake Disc | 11.4 in x 0.5 in |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 15x6.0 in aluminum-alloy |
| Wheels Rear | 15x6.0 in aluminum-alloy |
| Tires Front | P205/65R15 |
| Tires Rear | P205/65R15 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 191.9 in |
| Width | 71.7 in |
| Height | 57.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 107.1 in |
| Front Track | 61 in |
| Rear Track | 60 in |
| Ground Clearance | 5.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 15.9 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 3,428 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 38.7 in |
| Headroom Rear | 37.9 in |
| Legroom Front | 41.7 in |
| Legroom Rear | 40.1 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 58.4 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 58.1 in |
| Hip Room Front | 55.2 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 55.1 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | Not rated |
| Frontal crash | Not rated |
| Frontal – driver | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal – passenger | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | Not rated |
| Rollover | Not rated |
Recalls
2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2001 Toyota AVALON. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Jul 29, 2010 · STEERING
TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2000-2004 AVALON VEHICLES. DUE TO IMPROPER CASTING OF THE STEERING LOCK BAR, THERE IS A POSSIBILITY THAT A MINUTE CRACK MAY DEVELOP ON THE SURFACE OF THE LOCK BAR. SUCH A CRACK MAY EXPAND OVER A LONG PERIOD OF REPEATED LOCK AND UNLOCK OPERATIONS, AND EVENTUALLY THE LOCK BAR COULD BREAK.
Consequence: SHOULD THE STEERING LOCK BAR BREAK, THE STEERING WHEEL WOULD LOCK AND THE DRIVER WOULD LOSE THE ABILITY TO STEER THE VEHICLE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE STEERING INTERLOCK DEVICE FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 7, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800-331-4331.
NHTSA campaign 10V345000
Mar 5, 2001 · STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE FRONT SUB FRAME ASSEMBLY HAS NOT BEEN ADEQUATELY WELDED.
Consequence: THIS CONDITION COULD CAUSE FAILURE OF THE ASSEMBLY FOLLOWING LONG-TERM USAGE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE FRONT SUB FRAME, IF NECESSARY. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN APRIL 9, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800-331-4331.
NHTSA campaign 01V072000
139 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2001 Toyota AVALON
Owner Complaints
139 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2001 Toyota AVALON (35 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 19 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Vehicle Speed Control | 24 |
| Air Bags | 22 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 15 |
| Electrical System | 14 |
| Service Brakes | 14 |
| Hydraulic | 11 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2001 TOYOTA AVALON. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.