Overview & Reviews
Electronic stability and traction control are now optional on base XL models.
- Lexus-like quality, smooth V6 engine, huge rear seat.
- High price tag, bland personality.
User Reviews:
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Worst car I ever owned - 2004 Toyota Avalon
By Juwel - December 23 - 3:13 pmBought the vehicle new at the end of 2004-after a half year shaking and unsmooth operation of the steering. Dealer found no problems. Several alignments and different sets of tires showed some improvement, but still not what you expect from a top of the line Toyota. From approx. 20k on rattling and noises from different interior parts... Now after approximately 50k the crank shaft pulleys broke (another $2k was quoted to fix this issue). In short: I bought this car since I had such positive experience with my 1990 Toyota Pick-up (now over 260k miles) and almost no repairs. However my Avalon is from a different breed: Lots of expensive repairs combined with a minimum of enjoyment.
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Not what they used to be - 2004 Toyota Avalon
By Bill Martin - January 24 - 3:40 amI must say I am very disappointed in this car. I know the service writer on a personal basis. A transmission at 15,000, 2 power window motors, an engine computer, and waterpump at 19,000. That is plain out bad engineering.
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what a shame when quality is forgotten - 2004 Toyota Avalon
By bill234 - October 25 - 9:00 amI have owned many automobiles since the 1960s on. from a 67 deville convertible to this poorly built avalon. My wife drives a 2002 chevrolet impala with 93000 on it and has had no problems. That is not the same case for my nearly new avalon. my transmission is slipping it seems,my radiator is leaking and because of that makes my car heat up after 15 minutes or so of driving. the dealer claims that is normal at around this time. unexceptable... especially considering the price difference. they arent built in japan anymore and they are built with substandard parts. do yourself a favor and buy a cadillac or chevrolet.
