What to know about the 2014 Toyota Avalon?
The way the 2014 Toyota Avalon drives is what will keep this model a standout for some time.
What causes a Toyota Avalon to lose control?
Cracked or Broken Steering Lock Bar: The steering lock bar wasn’t cast properly on many 2000-2004 Avalons. As a result, it’d crack or break over time, eventually locking the steering wheel and causing the driver to lose control of the car. In 2010, Toyota recalled nearly 375,000 Avalon models to fix this issue.
What kind of seats does a Toyota Avalon have?
The 2014 Toyota Avalon is offered in XLE, Premium, Touring and Limited trim levels with hybrid variants available in the last three. In base form, the Avalon includes heated outside mirrors, rearview camera, leather-trimmed seats, smart-key access and push-button start, dual-zone climate control and a 6.1-inch audio touch screen and eight speakers.
What is the rear cross traffic warning system on a Toyota Avalon?
Toyota’s Rear Cross Traffic Warning system eliminates this problem by alerting the driver with a warning signal and indicator light when a vehicle is approaching from the side. The 2014 Toyota Avalon is offered in XLE, Premium, Touring and Limited trim levels with hybrid variants available in the last three.
How much does a Toyota Avalon Hybrid cost?
The price differential up to the Hybrid is as little as $1,750; and with smooth, relatively quiet performance that’s going to be satisfying for most drivers, it’s hard to turn down the Hybrid’s 40 mpg.
What kind of engine does the Toyota Avalon have?
The 2014 Avalon Hybrid instead has a 2.5-liter four-cylinder, running with a lean Atkinson cycle, teamed with nickel-metal hydride batteries and two motors tucked into the transaxle. Gearing continuously variable, through Toyota’s tried-and-true planetary power-split setup.
Is the Toyota Avalon a modern day Buick?
The 2014 Toyota Avalon is far more youthful than it used to be, with a more responsive, sophisticated personality, an excellent interior, and a 40-mpg Hybrid version — plus of course top-notch comfort all around. Is the Toyota Avalon the modern-day Buick? If it is, we don’t mind it at all.