2002 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 2002 Toyota Avalon XLS is a 210-hp 3.0-liter V6 with a 4-speed automatic transmission w/od & intelligence and front-wheel drive. It starts at $30,860 MSRP and is rated at 22 mpg combined.
It makes 210 horsepower at 5,800 rpm and 220 lb-ft of torque at 4400 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 19 mpg city and 27 mpg highway (22 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 | $30,860 ($55,750 *) |
| 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 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 | 3.63 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 19 MPG |
| Highway | 27 MPG |
| Combined | 22 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 | 55.1 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
1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 2002 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
142 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2002 Toyota AVALON
Owner Complaints
142 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2002 Toyota AVALON (35 mention a crash, 2 a fire, 14 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Air Bags | 36 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 25 |
| Service Brakes | 20 |
| Steering | 19 |
| Hydraulic | 12 |
| Tires | 9 |
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 2002 TOYOTA AVALON. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.