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2019 Toyota Avalon XLE

The 2019 Toyota Avalon XLE is a 301-hp 3.5-liter V6 with an 8-speed automatic transmission w/od and front-wheel drive. It starts at $35,650 MSRP and is rated at 26 mpg combined.

It makes 301 horsepower at 6,600 rpm and 267 lb-ft of torque at 4700 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 22 mpg city and 32 mpg highway (26 mpg combined).

The Avalon measures 195.9 inches long on a 113.0-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,560 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSedan
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$35,650
MSRP with Destination$36,605
Destination Charge$955
Engine
Engine TypeV6
Displacement3.5 L
Horsepower301 hp @ 6,600 rpm
Torque267 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm
Injection TypePort/Direct Injection
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFWD
Transmission
Transmission8-speed automatic transmission w/OD
1st Gear5.52
2nd Gear3.18
3rd Gear2.05
4th Gear1.49
5th Gear1.23
6th Gear1
7th Gear0.8
8th Gear0.67
Reverse4.22
Final Drive2.56
Fuel Economy
City22 MPG
Highway32 MPG
Combined26 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular unleaded
Tank Capacity15.8 gal
Suspension
Front SuspensionStrut
Rear SuspensionMulti-link
Turning Diameter37.7 ft
Brakes
Front Brake Disc12.0 in
Rear Brake Disc11.1 in
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front17x7.5 in aluminum-alloy
Wheels Rear17x7.5 in aluminum-alloy
Tires FrontP215/55R17
Tires RearP215/55R17
Dimensions & Weight
Length195.9 in
Width72.8 in
Height56.5 in
Wheelbase113 in
Front Track62.6 in
Rear Track63.4 in
Ground Clearance5.3 in
Cargo Volume16.1 ft³
Curb Weight3,560 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front38.5 in
Headroom Rear37.9 in
Legroom Front42.1 in
Legroom Rear40.3 in
Shoulder Room Front58.3 in
Shoulder Room Rear57.1 in
Hip Room Front55.8 in
Hip Room Rear54.8 in

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall ★★★★★
Frontal crash ★★★★★
Side crash ★★★★★
Rollover ★★★★★ (10.5 % risk)
Tested variant: 2019 Toyota Avalon 4 DR FWD

Recalls

4 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2019 Toyota AVALON. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Nov 4, 2020 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 4Runner, 2019-2020 Avalon, 2019 Corolla Hatchback, 2017-2019 Highlander, 2018-2020 Camry, 2020 Corolla, 2018-2019 Land Cruiser, 2017-2020 Tacoma, 2019-2020 RAV4, 2019-2020 Sequoia, 2017-2020 Sienna, 2019-2020 Tundra, 2018-2020 Lexus ES350, 2017 Lexus GS200t, 2017-2019 Lexus GS350, 2019 Lexus GS300, 2018-2020 Lexus LC500h, 2019-2020 Lexus LS500, 2018-2019 Lexus GX460, 2017 Lexus IS200t, 2019 Lexus IS300, 2019 Lexus IS350, 2018-2020 Lexus LC500, 2018 Lexus LS500, 2019 Lexus LS500h, 2018-2019 Lexus LX570, 2017 Lexus RC200t, 2019 Lexus RC300, RC350, 2017 and 2019-2020 Lexus RX350, 2018-2020 RX350L, 2019 Lexus UX200, 2018-2019 Lexus NX300 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

Consequence: If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly with an improved one, free of charge. Owners of specific models were notified that remedy parts were available starting January 21, 2021. Owners of other models will be notified as remedy parts become available. Remedy parts should be available for all affected vehicles by late March 2021. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 20V-012. Toyota's number for this recall is 20TA02. Lexus' number for this recall is 20LA01.

NHTSA campaign 20V682000

Jan 13, 2020 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) recalled certain 2018-2019 4Runner, Highlander, Camry, Land Cruiser, Sequoia, Sienna, Tacoma and Tundra, and Lexus RC 300, RC 350, GS 350, GX 460, IS 300, LC 500, LS 500, LX 570, RX 350L, and 2019 Toyota Avalon and Corolla, and certain Lexus NX 300, and ES 350 vehicles on January 13, 2020. On March 4, 2020, Toyota expanded the recall to include certain 2014-2015 Toyota 4Runner and Land Cruiser, 2018 Avalon, Corolla, 2014 FJ Cruiser, 2017 Sienna and Lexus 2018 ES 350, 2018-2019 GS 300, 2013-2014 GS350, 2014-2015 GX 460, IS 350 and LX 570, 2014 IS F, 2018-2019 IS 350, LC 500H and LS 500H, 2013-2015 LS 460, 2015 NX 200T and RC350, 2017 RC 200T and RX 350. Toyota also removed the 2018-2019 Toyota 4Runner and Land Cruiser and 2018-2019 Lexus GX 460 and LX 570 and 2019 NX300 from inclusion in this recall. On March 19, 2020, Toyota expanded the recall to include 2015 Lexus GS350 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

Consequence: If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began May 4, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 20TB02 and 20TA02 for Toyota vehicles and 20LB01 and 20LA01 for Lexus vehicles.

NHTSA campaign 20V012000

Mar 27, 2019 · EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

Gulf States Toyota (GST) is recalling certain 2019 C-HR, 4Runner, Avalon, Avalon Hybrid, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Highlander, Land Cruiser, Prius, RAV4, Sequoia, Tacoma, Sienna, Tundra and Yaris vehicles. The text on the load capacity label may become illegible. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

Consequence: If the driver cannot read the label, they may unknowingly overload the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: GST will notify owners, and dealers will provide corrected load carrying capacity modification labels, free of charge. The recall began May 24, 2019. Owners may contact GST customer service at 1-800-444-1074. GST's number for this recall is 19R1.

NHTSA campaign 19V244000

Oct 4, 2018 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Toyota Tundra and Sequoia vehicles and 2019 Toyota Avalon and Avalon Hybrid vehicles. The air bag electronic control unit (ECU) may erroneously detect a fault during the vehicle start-up self check. If this occurs, the ECU may not deploy the airbags as intended, in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection," and 214, "Side Impact Protection."

Consequence: If the air bags do not deploy as intended, it can increase the risk of injury in a crash.

Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will update the software for the air bag ECU, free of charge. The recall began October 26, 2018. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's number for this recall is J0X. Note: 18V-122 was superseded by this recall. The software remedy also includes the updates to the software for 18V-122.

NHTSA campaign 18V685000

71 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2019 Toyota AVALON

Owner Complaints

71 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2019 Toyota AVALON (4 mention a crash, 2 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Electrical System17
Fuel/Propulsion System17
Power Train11
Unknown Or Other8
Engine7
Forward Collision Avoidance7
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Oct 4, 2026 · Power Train
“What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? Transmission. Yes. How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? The UA80 eight-speed…”
Sep 3, 2026 · Power Train
“While driving the vehicle and stopped at a red light or stop sign, the vehicle failed to accelerate when pressing the gas pedal. I pulled to the curb and turn off the car. After I start the car again…”
Aug 30, 2026 · Service Brakes, Lane Departure, Forward Collision Avoidance
“On two occasions, 8 months apart, our car started braking on its own while driving in traffic. In both instances, the on-screen alerts indicated the LDA and simultaneously the check engine light…”
Jul 21, 2026 · Electrical System, Vehicle Speed Control, Engine
“On XXX I purchase the vehicle TOYOTA AVALON XSE, with VIN #: [XXX]. I purchase the vehicle at LARRY [XXX] AMERICAN TOYOTA in [XXX], with the LIEN [XXX] KIRTLAND FEDERAL CREDIT UNION BANK same city of…”
Jul 9, 2026 · Electrical System, Service Brakes, Forward Collision Avoidance
“Ever since, I purchase my certified 2019 Toyota Avalon in around June 2022, my car has left me stranded on highways, city areas, and broke down coming out of my garage. I even purchase extended…”

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 2019 TOYOTA AVALON. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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