2002
Toyota Avalon reviews and buying guide.

2002
Toyota Avalon resources:
2002 Toyota Avalon
Toyotas highest
end sedan, the 2002 Toyota Avalon, is not scheduled
for any major changes for the year 2002, and will basically
be a continuation of the existing two models, the Avalon
XL Sedan and the Avalon XLS Sedan. Practical in appearance,
the Toyota Avalon sedans handle smoothly and efficiently,
with automatic shifting barely felt even while accelerating
quickly. Any vibrations felt at all are next to nothing,
and the vehicle reacts calmly and serenely when put
to braking and acceleration tests, as well as over various
road conditions.
The entry level Toyota
Avalon XL Sedan is built with a 3.0-litre 24-valve DOHC
VVT-i six-cylinder engine with 210 horsepower and 220
lb-ft of torque. Fuel is delivered via a multi-port
fuel injection system, brakes are ventilated front disc
and solid rear disc, and steering is engine speed-sensing
variable-assist rack and pinion. The smooth ride originates
from the MacPherson strut front suspension with offset
spring and stabilizer bar and dual-link independent
MacPherson strut rear suspension also with offset coil
springs and stabilizer bar. Each vehicle is equipped
with all-season SBR tires and a full-size spare, and
the fuel economy rating is estimated at 21/29 (city/hwy).
In the safety department,
each Toyota Avalon XL Sedan goes above and beyond the
basics to include ABS brakes for maximum control, a
driver depowered air bag, passenger depowered air bag,
side impact air bags, and both front and rear head restraints.
The rear doors have been equipped with child safety
locks, the trunk has an internal release handle, and
each seating position features a three-point seatbelt.
There are anchors for up to three child seats.
The Avalon XL Sedan is
graced with numerous luxuries and conveniences, including
such standards as air conditioning, cruise control,
power door locks, dual power mirrors, power windows,
and an AM/FM stereo with CD player and six speakers.
Among the numerous options are a moonroof/sunroof, and
a keyless entry system and smooth leather seating are
available as packages. The front seating is available
with either bucket seats for a total of five passengers,
or a power front bench seat to accommodate six passengers.
Vehicles with the front bench seat feature a center
lap belt and a fold-down center armrest with console.
For aesthetic effect, the mirrors, bumpers, and body
side moldings are all color-keyed.
Base invoice price: $23,00
Base list price: $25,845
The second model, the
Toyota Avalon XLS Sedan, is a reflection of the fine
engine specifications, safety, and luxury features of
the base package sedan. Additionally, Toyota has included
front fog lights for negotiating poor visibility conditions,
and traction control has been made available as an option.
A keyless entry system also becomes a standard feature,
and the sound system has been upgraded to a three-in-one
ETR/cassette with CD player with seven speakers and
subwoofer. An information display with outside temperature,
time, date, compass and other indicators and warning
lights is embedded in the dash. A leather-wrapped steering
wheel and gearshift knob, and interior wood-grain accents
spruce up the interior with a touch of elegance. The
Toyota Avalon XLS Sedan also offers either the front
bucket seats or power front bench seat with center console.
Base invoice price: $26,756
Base list price: $30,405
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