2014 Toyota Avalon XLE Premium Test Drive Video Review

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www.autobytel.com/toyota/avalo... The 2014 Toyota Avalon is a big, roomy, fuel efficient car with some nice luxury amenities. The Avalon has been on sale in the U.S. for almost 20 years and it has never been a very stylish car. Well that all changed with the most recent update last year. Now the Avalon has a very sleek and aerodynamic look that will set the tone for other Toyota vehicles as evident with the new Corolla.
The 2014 Toyota Avalon is a full-sized family car that is priced between $31,340 - $39,650 with the model tested here coming in at $33,195. The Avalon is a very light-weight vehicle in the class of portly large sedans. That helps with not only fuel economy but also with performance. The 3.5 liter V-6 engine makes 268 horsepower and 248 lb-ft. or torque. Fuel economy is 21 MPG in the city and 31 MPG on the highway.
Being a full-sized car, the Avalon has a ton of interior space especially for the rear passengers. The driver's seat is wrapped in leather with 8-way adjustable controls. Comfort is certainly not a problem in the Avalon. The Intelligent Touch Center Console controls the stereo and climate controls. The only downside is the small touchscreen. Ergonomically the control and features are easy to find.
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@Fl1ghtschool 8 жыл бұрын

Haters gonna hate. i have this car and it's awesome

@baloney_sandwich 5 жыл бұрын

The Chevy Impala has a larger trunk because it needs to carry a mechanic with it at all time

@kelfst 5 жыл бұрын

Savage comment 😁 😁 😁 😁 😁 😁 😁 😁

@ricorogers9319 5 жыл бұрын

LOL!!!

@waterswaters1705 4 жыл бұрын

Omg😂😂😂

@Mack-ht4mw 3 жыл бұрын

That was a good one!

@AaronGravesthegravesmeister 8 жыл бұрын

But what you're buying here is the best reliability that money can buy. Yeah the car is not perfect in every way. But I can almost guarantee you'll never be stranded with this car.

@gabeeskridge8291 Жыл бұрын

Facts , that's all that matters.

@jgjgjgj1 10 жыл бұрын

Most Under rated car on the market

@WNWoody 8 жыл бұрын

Love the Avalon! I must say that mine doesn't make the "creek" and "crunch" sound that you were referring to.

@Callsigngrizzly 5 жыл бұрын

This was one of the best car reviews I’ve ever seen. Thank you for making this, been really looking at used avalons because I drive 17k a year. May have to go for it

@MrHockeystar34 10 жыл бұрын

This was a good review. I appreciate when you spend the time to talk about the car.

@dagobs23 9 жыл бұрын

You guys complaining are just wrong. I have had this car for 5 months. A pleasure to drive. Inside is nice. Doesn't make sounds. Drives very nice. Love it save the Lexus money and this gives you more. Buy American cars and let it breakdown

@AaronGravesthegravesmeister 8 жыл бұрын

+Jeff Gobler No shit. I hate to say it but American made cars are garbage. Toyota is the best by far.

@SIIKAP1 3 жыл бұрын

This car was designed and made in USA. Hopefully its reliability didn’t suffer.

@yippie6862 10 жыл бұрын

Chris did a really good and thorough review. Nice job! I hope you review a lot more cars in the future.

@CmKId69 3 жыл бұрын

Wonderful review. Looking at one now and was concerned about the suspension as well. Thanks for the info!

@devonbrooks9822 10 жыл бұрын

Very Good review. Chris seemed to be very objective and I really appreciated that.

@delacruztaylor 5 жыл бұрын

Good review, the guy is very knowledgeable, He knows what kind of buyer generally buys Avalons. They care about luxury rides, not sporty ones. Seriously the 2000-2004 Avalons might have been the best cars ever made.

@gabeeskridge8291 Жыл бұрын

They're easily in the conversation.

@50hellkat2 5 жыл бұрын

No creaking or crunching on my Ltd 2016. Luv it.

@hoderharris 10 жыл бұрын

A very good and thorough review. I appreciate the time the reviewer spent going over many of the details of the car. This was on my list of cars to buy, but no longer is because of some of the issues raised here.

@enriqueortiz787 7 жыл бұрын

Hoder Harris. j hlnqu

@lawrencegorman4872 7 ай бұрын

Test drive one. Mine has none of these "issues". 92k, 2014 Touring

@danlins1407 7 жыл бұрын

is the 2014 avalon xle a good family car?

@Sjrick 9 жыл бұрын

i personally liked the scenery as he was driving. Nice touch.

@juschill7 10 жыл бұрын

It just seems like this guy would be better at reviewing kitchen appliances.

@GarrettWorcester 10 жыл бұрын

That's kind of what I want when it comes down to choosing a vehicle. I've had enough with the salesperson spewing the script off of the window sticker; it does nothing but waste my time. I want a "next door neighbor" type of person to break it down to me with the pertinent information of the pros and cons of a particular car - in this case, the Avalon versus the Camry. I still don't know which one will prevail, but I have a less muddy picture, thanks to watching this video review.

@teaglet 10 жыл бұрын

I think they look good, sharp, test driving them next week.

@niacal4nia 9 жыл бұрын

No wonder the New York cabbies are buying them. Comfortable and reliable. It's not fair to review a $30K car and expect $50k material found on Lexus, Audi, and Mercedes. Toyota is much smarter to not cannibalize Lexus.

@gabeeskridge8291 Жыл бұрын

Indeed that's the honest business truth of the matter.

@lawrencegorman4872 7 ай бұрын

I don't knpw what happened to the car you drove. The chrome trim in my 2014 Avalon Touring at 90k does not creak, squeak, or rattle. The car is tight as a drum and I am now the 3rd owner Clean Carfax , no accidents, great maintenance record

@rangerCN 10 жыл бұрын

Very Comprehensive review.

@naturesounds3957 7 жыл бұрын

my dad has the 201 limited and i am in love

@jif8802 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for pointing out those differences

@danm6686 3 жыл бұрын

Useful. Good job thanks.

@imranabbasi7871 3 жыл бұрын

I love your Toyota Avalon xle

@joeblow9931 7 жыл бұрын

have had mine a week now (same year)...no rattles inside at all...

@wootube48 9 жыл бұрын

This is so cool

@dmob420 10 жыл бұрын

you should try the paddle shifters in sport mode if you think what ur driving is fast. i have a 2013 and my chrome doesn't creek or squeak.

@CoyoteMan50 10 жыл бұрын

He had to make a complaint about the car otherwise it looks like he was coached by Toyota is say how wonderful the car is. ;)

@pdebeche 9 жыл бұрын

If this car very good I have the 20014 but has annoyed me these materials inside ...CRUNCH.... sound when grasping a bump in the road, and not talk about this, ...THIS MAN.... is the only one mention in this test, you congratulations Sir, another problem is when you are parked and press the setup menu to roll a cart this menu crashes if you stop options appear again, and a slight vibration when stepping on brake nearing the end.

@dcpc08161992 10 жыл бұрын

Thank you for mentioning the 'squeaking' and the 'creaking' on interior panels of the late Toyota models. I get rid of my 2010 Venza AWD V6 only 24 months after I purchased it because of the 'creaking and squeaking' noises coming from steering column, dash panels, and center arm-rest bin! I am a life time Toyota owner and bought many Toyotas... Inferior workmanship and cheap materials inside the Venza left me with bitter taste in my mouth and WILL NOT buy another Toyota until they wake up and makes are that aren't squeaks like a Yugo!

@bbubacz1 3 жыл бұрын

Ah damn, I always press around on the chrome trim in my cars. Deal breaker.

@pdebeche 9 жыл бұрын

that's not all, with music at level 14 and equalized standard door panel buttons makes noise, and now with the fan blowing smells musty with only 2000 miles has the car, toyota gotta go see that solving these errors give such a good car

@peterlao123456789 10 жыл бұрын

He should be on Top Gear.

@dagobs23 9 жыл бұрын

Car is amazing. Love it. Haters hate.

@dagobs23 9 жыл бұрын

Sorry chief. Would not by a Ford.

@Sam-dc8hi 9 жыл бұрын

Phu Doan avalon is reliable af

@canddmeyer 10 жыл бұрын

I agree 100% about the ride. Toyota just saved me $35,000 by ruining the Avalon ride. Luckily they haven't screwed up the XLE Camry yet, so I may still buy a Toyota if the Chrysler 300 doesn't win me over.

@pauldack5129 3 жыл бұрын

Why didn't he show us an example of the 'crunches and creaks " made by the plastic? He mentioned it constantly but didn't show it. Whatever ,dude.

@stefaniverson2739 10 жыл бұрын

I've got a 2003 Avalon Xls and it's wonderful. It's very luxurious (well about as luxurious as a 2003 gets), it's one of the smoothest riding cars I've owned, it has stunning acceleration and handles incredibly. I was thinking about getting a new Avalon but after watching this I feel an Audi A4 may be a better sedan in this day and age. I don't have kids so I don't need the space.

@sherifelsharkawyful 10 жыл бұрын

Well if you are going to buy an Audi then get ready to play A LOT more.

@lawrencegorman4872 7 ай бұрын

You'll regret the Audi after a Toyota. Horrible reliability and $$$ repairs

@strollinnolen5888 6 жыл бұрын

Is this guy huge and the car is small, or the other way around?

@8corymix8 4 жыл бұрын

I have a 2013 & it's a beautiful car. The ride quality is my biggest complaint. I want a soft ride. Other than that, it's a beautiful car & people notice it. I have the Hybrid. 36mpg

@weirdtemple1217 4 жыл бұрын

I have a 2015, the ride isn't Lexus like, also built in Georgetown Kentucky, other than that yeah I love the car

@skorpiiplayz9134 10 жыл бұрын

its so sunny and he is wearing a jacket... oh oh... he took it off haha

@luisontwo 10 жыл бұрын

In the USA it might look sunny, but it could be freezing. The sun does not matter at all!

@skorpiiplayz9134 10 жыл бұрын

ohhh... :)

@juanlima6740 9 жыл бұрын

Como apagal la lus de oil de avalon 2014

@canddmeyer 10 жыл бұрын

I must also add that the cup holders are useless for any cups with a handle, and I have more than a few of those, available at most gas stations and amusement parks everywhere. A simple engineering idea totally overlooked by whoever gave final approval to the poor cup holder design. The Camry, Corolla, and Yaris all have more useful cup holders. I harp on this because I use it, a lot.

@AaronSmith-kr5yf 3 жыл бұрын

I thought these were pretty ugly with the big billy bass front grill. Bought a 2014 Lexus ES350 instead, thought it looked a lot nicer, nicer interior/more features as well. I thought the ES350 rides decent, firmer than your traditional Lincoln or Cadillac, but no float/bobbing sort of thing, handles a hell of a lot better than those old boats or older Avalons that I've driven.

@garyv2196 4 жыл бұрын

does the cd player only hold 1 disc at a time ?

@lawrencegorman4872 7 ай бұрын

Yes

@dagobs23 9 жыл бұрын

Number 2 car on cars USA. Large sedans.

@yitzhakbenmoshe7485 9 жыл бұрын

I know it's sort of a retiree's car, but I love it.

@estheradam2778 3 жыл бұрын

Does it have a back up camera?

@lawrencegorman4872 7 ай бұрын

Yes

@yippie6862 10 жыл бұрын

I test drove this car and the suspension tuning also turned me off. The headroom and rear seat legroom were also lacking for taller drivers and passengers. This all adds up to one confusing Avalon. An Avalon is supposed to plush, supple and roomy.

@yippie6862 10 жыл бұрын

Try to sit in the back of one if you haven't. The last generation Avalon had much more rear leg room than this. I know because my friend owns one. The new one really feels not much different than a mid sized Camry. In fact I feel like I had more room in the back of a VW Passat. It is disappointing for such a large car. I am 6'3 and with the seat set in front to where I feel comfortable and then try sitting behind myself. I can do this with the VW and older generation Avalon but my knees hit the front of this new Avalon. The backs of the seats are hard plastic as well. The old Avalon rear seats also reclined. My point is if I can sit behind myself then I know most people will be comfortable behind me. Also, the Avalon is lacking in headroom. Regular sized people won't have this problem I know but plenty of people are over 6'2 these days. One more thing, Camry's rear leg room is 38.9 in. and the Avalon is 39.2 in. Not much of a difference. Plus Camry actually has more front and rear headroom. Like I said disappointing for what is supposed to be a large car.

@TheSaikou96 10 жыл бұрын

northstar15 I agree but the a4 doesn't compete with the Avalon in terms of size. The a4 if I recall correct me if I'm wrong is a compact car. The Avalon is a full size sedan. In terms of price point of course I'd rather take an a4 but the Avalon is for that family that just has full grown kids and just need that extra space. I wouldn't ever buy an Avalon or a Toyota for that matter unless it's a supra or ae86

@northstar15 10 жыл бұрын

Hello Oscar. I was just waiting for someone to make the comment about the size difference in the cars lol. I do agree with that. I also agree with everything else you said. I suppose for myself, I would never buy the Avalon. For a family, perhaps.

@MARJOOJ2011 10 жыл бұрын

عاشق للتفآحة السحرية > مر من هنا

@3is 10 жыл бұрын

toyota, please do listen about the: plastic creaks vague brakes lack of rear folding seats Do NOT listen about the reviewer's opinion on the: suspension. I find after driving german cars for a decade, this avalon is the only suspension I can stand from JPN auto makers. Please also make the seats either more supportive, or more soft, it is a bit wishy washy right now in terms of hard flat seating.

@fleetingdays 9 жыл бұрын

The fake chrome all over the dash would annoy me. I would think that you would get some glare from this. Also, do you need fake chrome around the coffee cup holders?

@YodaWasSith 9 жыл бұрын

The only time fake chrome has been used well is in the '14 Impala. They laid blue green-ish lights under the chrome and they act as ambient lighting. A very subtle touch to go a long way in improving the aesthetic appeal to the inside of a vehicle. I also loved the way it looked in the Camaros.

@joeblow9931 7 жыл бұрын

these are made in the US now...not japan

@ahmedh4848 8 жыл бұрын

Beside all this..... Its way more reliable than the American cars!!!!

@joeblow9931 7 жыл бұрын

avalon is an american car...it's made in Georgetown KY

@ahmedh4848 7 жыл бұрын

joe blow so?? IPhone made in China! Thats mean (apple) is Chinese?!

@joeblow9931 7 жыл бұрын

yes

@ahmedh4848 7 жыл бұрын

joe blow come on!

@coffeekhan 10 жыл бұрын

As soon as I saw that Chris was doing this video, I had to shut it down. To me (and I understand that some of you like him) he is unwatchable. Bring back Ron!

@ChristianWardlaw 10 жыл бұрын

Hi Bob. Hey, I get it. Ron is an energetic guy, and he usually reviews enthusiast or luxury vehicles that people dream about. I prefer to focus on the cars people actually buy, and for the reasons that they actually buy them, and my videos are a little dull as a result. Aside from my giant gut, though, am I really "unwatchable"? C'mon. If your mom was looking at buying an Avalon, don't you think this would be useful?

@GarrettWorcester 10 жыл бұрын

Christian Wardlaw I wish you'd been with me when I went to explore the Camry vs. Avalon today! You pretty much tell it like it is, and I appreciate that. Still trying to decide...want the Avalon, but the Camry makes more sense. Keep up the good works!

@mthomas2683 10 жыл бұрын

Thank you I thought I was the only one while I appreciate the straightforwardness he is super whinny about everything as well its irritating to watch or listen too.

@mojazzinthe619 Жыл бұрын

Now they all look the freakin same!

@FireFlameFred 7 жыл бұрын

You know

@CoyoteMan50 10 жыл бұрын

I'm wondering when these "unbiased" auto reviews will run out of superatives. lol

@TheTruelakersfan 9 жыл бұрын

My 2014 Avalon doesn't creek and there's no way a cheap Camry is better than a Avalon.Avalon is a executive car for a more sophisticated driver where camrys are for little punks who think they are cool like Honda owners.

@africacarey 4 жыл бұрын

Amen

@joeblow9931 7 жыл бұрын

have had mine 2 weeks now...nice power, looks good, a little noisey, but not a big deal...BUT the seats flipping suck!! feels like sitting on a piece of plywood wrapped with leather! Also,...the window motors sound really weak and whimpy to me. The motor really has to work to get the glass up. And not a fan of the electronic steering

@soga77 7 жыл бұрын

In the process of buying a 2014 avalon xle premium to replace my 1997 avalon base hoping in wont be a let down from my 19 year old avalon

@joeblow9931 7 жыл бұрын

the seats SUCK! but today I bought a tempurpedic car seat cusion they had on sale at costco for $15 Its bearable now. download the edmunds..com app and check out owner reviews...not too good

@ashkan2106 7 жыл бұрын

i have a 1995 avalon xle and would love to get the 2016 or 2017 one sometime in the future after graduation

@amunderdog 10 жыл бұрын

Lexus ES 350

@HighSpeedNoDrag 2 жыл бұрын

Yes the Chrysler Chrome should have been avoided.

@BTC909 10 жыл бұрын

Kudos on being negative. I can't see paying 34K for this. If you are a Toyota loyalist and you compare this to a loaded Camry XLE Hybrid this Avalon isn't worth it. Those touch controls are useless with gloves. If you perspire the controls don't work as well.

@youraloser4192 10 жыл бұрын

Ferrari f12 is better

@sephirothkefka777 10 жыл бұрын

That is a comparison that would be near impossible to do. A full size against a grand tourer?

@sherifelsharkawyful 10 жыл бұрын

You can't compare the Ferrari with this car, Ferraris are sport and super cars, this is a full size luxury sedan, two completely different car classes.

@simranjeetrocks 5 жыл бұрын

Nah bro toyota engineering hands down ☠️

@Antiinequity 8 жыл бұрын

WTF?? WISH I SAW THIS BEFORE !! my fuckin Avalon 2016 sucks the suspensions feel like riding a horse !! seriously I checked tires pressure yet still sucks alot what should i do? completely uncomfortable. I had 2011 corolla before nd 2006 before that. both were much comfortable than this pc of shtttt how can i get my 25k back :(

@Antiinequity 8 жыл бұрын

forgot to say seats suck too. mine in xle

@TruthFLA 8 жыл бұрын

25k? you got a good deal

@peters9943 3 жыл бұрын

Rides hard like a brick...made big mistake buying it. Had 2010 and loved it but this isn't the same car. 2010 was smooth and soft ride, 2013 is firm and crappy.

@MobinMGreen 10 жыл бұрын

2014 Camry SE V6 is better than avalon. The only thing avalon has over Camry is better looks. Otherwise i always recommend Camry SE V6.

@sherifelsharkawyful 10 жыл бұрын

The Camry is a basic sedan, this is a luxury sedan. There is also a huge price gap.

@dp2world23 10 жыл бұрын

Toyota needs to really change up their tactics. Their cars seem the same every year. New front bumpers aren't going to attract younger buyers.

@emilsponga2081 10 жыл бұрын

and after whar 2 or 4 years the new camry got a new body front now looks like an electric razor likr the rest of the family , or a bad copy of ford design.

@yoyoluc 10 жыл бұрын

sherif elsharkawy This isn't a luxury sedan. A Mercedes Benz E Class is a luxury sedan.

@sherifelsharkawyful 10 жыл бұрын

+yoyoluc then what do you consider it then,if its a luxury car or a basic car under what category does it fall.

@SUZUMAYBACHI 5 жыл бұрын

if it not made from japan is not real the avalon.

@northstar15 10 жыл бұрын

Yes, great, straightforward reviewer. But based on what he says, I would never buy this car. Audi A4 or Lexus ES350 make much better sense.

@jvrdlc 10 жыл бұрын

your comparing an Audi A4 with an Avalon??? uhmm interesting...

@heartbreaker9099 10 жыл бұрын

toyota avalon is based on lexus ES

@northstar15 10 жыл бұрын

heartbreaker9099 Right. So like the reviewer said, it will never be a sport sedan

@northstar15 10 жыл бұрын

You cannot go wrong. I'm sure it feels a lot like a Lexus.

@northstar15 10 жыл бұрын

***** not enough :)

@MrStreetballer5Official 9 жыл бұрын

Rather get the lexus. Yeah Ik there a sub-company of toyota.

@Sam-dc8hi 9 жыл бұрын

and dont u forget that!

@MrMadhatter09 4 ай бұрын

WHO IS THAT GUY? IS HE A ENGINEER OR JUST A PERSON THAT WANTS TO TRY TO CONVINCE US THAT HE KNOWS THINGS ABOUT CARS LOL GUYS A JOKE . GET SOMEONE THAT REALLY KNOWS CARS NOT THEIR OWN OPINIONS. AS I OWN THE CAR AND ITS OUTSTANDING. I HAVE NO IDEA WHAT THIS GUY IS TALKING ABOUT. HE NEEDS A NEW CAREER IN SOMETHING ELSE.

@Jasuta123 8 жыл бұрын

i am TOyota saleperson and Avalon is waste of money. fake wood, terrible dasboard. Handling is avarage, hybrid is not that good...

@mariolosberg4257 9 жыл бұрын

Nice car .. everything is good, but plastic inside look's cheap..

@INUMIMI28 9 жыл бұрын

Mario Losberg wait, you said Insignia, isn't that means you don't live in US? how do you know Insignia is better than Avalon and the quality of the car? because all of the reviews and my personal test drive proves otherwise. Dreamer

@mariolosberg4257 9 жыл бұрын

ok..no hard feeling's lol.. i just say my opinion.. most of Japanese car's had more cheapie plastic inside.. maybe they changed,i don't know.. my brother drives Opel and it is high quality made car.. i know that Toyota is also, but that plastic inside don't look so much good..

@INUMIMI28 9 жыл бұрын

Mario Losberg Lets say it's in the Lexus territory, it's nothing like you would find in Avensis.

@MsBlackeyes25 9 жыл бұрын

Mario Losberg In Europe Opel is considered as one of the cheepest car vendors... Insignia is considered as quite faulty model. To bad they don't sell avalon in EU:/

@mariolosberg4257 9 жыл бұрын

maybe..but it is reliable and quality made car .. ;)

@mariolosberg4257 9 жыл бұрын

Opel Insignia is better than this Toyota.. ;)

@MsBlackeyes25 9 жыл бұрын

Mario Losberg It's completley different class...

@rangerCN 10 жыл бұрын

Very Comprehensive review.