Toyota Avalon — simply desirable
MUSCAT — The boldly redesigned Toyota Avalon possesses a distinctive new exterior style while offering a restyled interior rich with premium touch points and practical new technologies.
Even with numerous refinements inside and out, the Avalon remains true to the idea that comfort is honest and uncomplicated, and “Travelling Avalon Class” is a great feeling. Consequently, the new Avalon has dynamic and expressive lines, and an infusion of comfort, safety and technology advancements that enrich the driving experience.
The Avalon is re-styled to project an elegant, outgoing presence. A wider, more substantial grille ties into state-of-the-art projector headlamps, working with a broad, undisturbed front hood to suggest a lowered centre of gravity and emphasise the Avalon’s wide stance. The new headlamps, with HID low beams, utilise light pipes to create a signature, night-time appearance. The front fog lamps, now integrated into a trapezoidal front bumper, provide a wider angle of illumination. Viewed from the side, New Avalon is enhanced by additional use of chrome trim, redesigned rocker panels and glare-resistant outer mirrors with integrated turn signals. New 17-inch wheels on the Limited grade feature a 10-spoke design with a mirror finish.
At the rear of the car, identification is cleanly defined by a single Avalon logo located above the licence plate. Dual-exhaust pipes are integrated into the cutaway trapezoid shape of the lower bumper for a modern image. Tail lights have been reshaped to reduce turbulence at the rear, helping to create a lower coefficient of drag. The new lights integrate stop, turn and side marker lighting functions in one combined lamp. Unique LED light pipes with dark aluminised sides and both clear and red lenses project a modern appearance.
A new interior has been designed with a contemporary style. The new interior remains generously spacious and elegant, fitted with comfortable seating and thoughtfully integrated amenities. Co-ordinated colours and rich wood-grain materials were carefully chosen to convey an optimistic attitude and modern essence. Standard leather-trimmed front seats and seatbacks on the Limited are fitted with ventilation systems and an enlarged perforation area to help keep them cool.
The rear seating area is configured to seat three passengers comfortably, with ample legroom and reclining rear seats, unique in the segment. The rear headrests have also been reshaped and enlarged for better support, and a convenient flip-down centre armrest provides storage when the middle seat is not in use. A power rear sunshade, deployable via a one-touch lever, filters direct sunlight coming through the rear window. The sunshade, which helps to protect rear seat passengers from unwanted light and heat, automatically detracts when the driver selects reverse gear.
The steering wheel includes controls for Bluetooth hands-free phones, the audio system, climate system and the information centre.
Performance and Efficiency Combined: Avalon’s exceptional combination of ample horsepower and excellent fuel economy offers one of the best overall dynamic performances in the large sedan segment. New Avalon is powered by a 24-valve, dualoverhead cam 3.5-litre V6 engine that produces 268 horsepower at 6,200 rpm. The engine is equipped with the latest dual VVT-I electronic valve-control mechanism that provides a broader power band, while requiring less fuel and generating fewer emissions. It is mated to a multi-mode six-speed automatic transmission.
The new Avalon’s occupant-safety strategy includes use of extensively tested energy absorbing structures, protective side impact beams and overhead structure, advanced belt systems and active front headrests as standard equipment. Avalon will also have a redesigned accelerator pedal assembly and a brake override system. Nine airbags, including a front knee bag for the driver, and front side curtain airbags for both rows, are also standard. Toyota’s standard Star Safety System includes Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), anti-lock braking system (ABS) with electronic brake force distribution (EBD), brake assist and (Trac) traction control system. Trac and VSC functions can be disengaged if the driver needs to free the vehicle if stuck in mud or snow.
New Avalon is available in three grades, Avalon XL, Limited and Limited + Navi. These grades are well equipped with standard equipment like power driver’s seats, dual zone automatic climate control with air filtration, moon roof and 17-inch alloy wheels. Limited will have additional standard equipment, such as an eight-way passenger’s seat with lumbar support, driver’s seat cushion extension, rain-sensing wipers, smart key and cooled leather seats.
This outstanding performer comes to you from Toyota — a household name in Oman and a part of people's lives. Toyota offers enduring quality and nothing comes close to it in terms of value-retention. It is no surprise; therefore, that Toyota soars far above the rest, with a dominant market share and ever-expanding customer base.
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