2003 Toyota Avalon reviews and buying
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2003
Toyota Avalon resources:
2003 Toyota Avalon
The 2003 Toyota Avalon is a four sedan offering to
the full-size car class. The top of the Toyota sedan
line, the Avalon is an excellent step up for Camry drivers
looking to move to a larger and more luxurious vehicle.
The Avalon comes in two versions, the XL and XLS models.
They share many things, a respectably powerful engine,
the renowned Toyota ethic for quality and value, a solid
collection of standard safety equipment and a smooth
and quiet driving experience for driver and passengers.
New for 2003, a new in-dash satellite navigation system
is available on the up-level XLS edition. Rain-sensing
wipers are standard.
Under the Hood
A 3.0-liter DOHC V6 engine powers the Avalon pumping
out 210 horsepower at 5,800 rpm and 220 lb.-ft. of peak
torque at 4,400 rpm. Variable Valve Timing with intelligence
(VVT-i) ensures excellent low- and mid-range power for
superior maneuverability while a smooth-shifting four-speed
electronic automatic transmission is well matched to
the engine. The Avalon achieves an EPA fuel mileage
rating of 21/29mpg (city/hwy).
The smooth ride on the Avalon results from various
innovations including an Active Control Mount for the
smooth V6 that helps cancel out engine-source vibration.
Four-wheel independent suspension is mounted on front
and rear anti-vibration cradle sub-frames. New safety
technology in the 2003 Avalon includes multi-stage front
airbags and ISO-FIX child-restraint tethers in addition
to the usual safety portfolio that includes 4-wheel
antilock disc brakes.
Standard Features, Options Packages and Style
The base Avalon XL and the up-level XLS have a few
differences. The healthy collection of amenities contained
in the XL includes items like air conditioning with
dual-zone manual controls, cruise control, and an AM/FM/cassette/CD
player.
However, the XLS grade, already approaching luxury
car territory, adds rain-sensing wipers, a driver's
side electro-chromic auto-dimming mirror and leather-wrapped
steering wheel with wood grain-style accents. The new
optional DVD navigation system uses a detachable remote
control unit that anchors to the left of the gearshift
and can be removed to be used by the front or rear passengers.
In addition, the XLS adds to this list with automatic
climate control and a JBL sound system.
Other optional add-ons include both major packages
and stand-alone items with such luxuries as all-leather
upholstery, in-dash 6 CD-changers and a power sunroof,
not to mention mechanical enhancements like an anti-skid
system.
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