2020 Toyota Avalon XSE
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- Photo: 2020 Toyota Avalon XSE, front left, 07-09-2023 by MercurySable99, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2019 Toyota Avalon XSE in Ruby Flare Pearl, Front Right, 09-05-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Toyota Avalon 2.5 Hybrid XX50 Attitude Black Mica (1) by Damian B Oh, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2019 Toyota Avalon Hybrid Limited, rear right, 05-23-2024 by MercurySable99, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2019 Toyota Avalon XLE, rear 3.24.23 by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2020 Toyota Avalon XSE is a 301-hp 3.5-liter V6 with an 8-speed automatic transmission w/od and front-wheel drive. It starts at $38,375 MSRP and is rated at 25 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 31 mpg highway (25 mpg combined).
The Avalon measures 195.9 inches long on a 113.0-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,638 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Sedan |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $38,375 |
| MSRP with Destination | $39,370 |
| Destination Charge | $995 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | V6 |
| Displacement | 3.5 L |
| Horsepower | 301 hp @ 6,600 rpm |
| Torque | 267 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm |
| Injection Type | Port/Direct Injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic transmission w/OD |
| 1st Gear | 5.52 |
| 2nd Gear | 3.18 |
| 3rd Gear | 2.05 |
| 4th Gear | 1.49 |
| 5th Gear | 1.23 |
| 6th Gear | 1 |
| 7th Gear | 0.8 |
| 8th Gear | 0.67 |
| Reverse | 4.22 |
| Final Drive | 2.56 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 22 MPG |
| Highway | 31 MPG |
| Combined | 25 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular unleaded |
| Tank Capacity | 15.8 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link |
| Turning Diameter | 38.6 ft |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 12.0 in |
| Rear Brake Disc | 11.1 in |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 19x8.0 in aluminum-alloy |
| Wheels Rear | 19x8.0 in aluminum-alloy |
| Tires Front | P235/40R19 |
| Tires Rear | P235/40R19 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 195.9 in |
| Width | 72.8 in |
| Height | 56.5 in |
| Wheelbase | 113 in |
| Front Track | 62.6 in |
| Rear Track | 63.4 in |
| Ground Clearance | 5.3 in |
| Cargo Volume | 16.1 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 3,638 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 37.4 in |
| Headroom Rear | 37.5 in |
| Legroom Front | 42.1 in |
| Legroom Rear | 40.3 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 58.3 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 57.1 in |
| Hip Room Front | 55.8 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 54.8 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal crash | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | ★★★★★ |
| Rollover | ★★★★★ (10.5 % risk) |
Recalls
3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2020 Toyota AVALON. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Dec 20, 2023 · AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Avalon, Avalon Hybrid, Corolla, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Lexus ES350, Lexus RX350, Lexus RX450H, 2021 Sienna Hybrid, Lexus ES250, 2020-2022 Camry, Camry Hybrid, and ES300H vehicles. A short circuit may develop in the Occupant Classification System (OCS) sensor, preventing the front passenger air bag from deploying.
Consequence: An air bag that does not deploy during a crash increases the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the sensor as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed in February 2024. Some final remedy owner letters were mailed October 31, 2024. Letters will continue to be mailed in phases through January 2026. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 23TB15/23TA15 Lexus 23LB03/23LA03.
NHTSA campaign 23V865000
Nov 25, 2020 · AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Toyota Avalon and 2020 Avalon Hybrid, RAV4, and RAV4 Hybrid vehicles. Breakaway pins within the steering column, designed to absorb energy and reduce injury during a crash, could have been damaged during production, possibly affecting the performance of the driver's air bag in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Consequence: In the event of a crash, an air bag that does not perform as designed can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering column, free of charge. The recall began December 18, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 20TB17/20TA17.
NHTSA campaign 20V734000
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
10 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2020 Toyota AVALON
Owner Complaints
10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2020 Toyota AVALON (1 mention a crash). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 5 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 2 |
| Air Bags | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 1 |
| Steering | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 |
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 2020 TOYOTA AVALON. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.