While the 2021 Toyota Avalon is the third entry in the fifth generation of the Avalon, the 2021 model year still sees some changes that will make people look at it differently. The Avalon strives to rebuild its prospects by adding long-awaited All-Wheel Drive and balancing it out with a 4-Cylinder engine.
While moving from a V6 to a 4-Cylinder engine may seem like a detrimental change, the inclusion of All-Wheel Drive allows the Avalon to compete in more markets and show off its modern styling against other stale-looking large sedans. The 2021 Toyota Avalon adopts a new Nightshade Edition trim to spar with crowd-favorite blackened trims. Refer to the chart below for a quick run-down of the specifications and features available on the 2021 Toyota Avalon.
Powertrain |
Safety Technology |
Entertainment and Comfort |
2.5L 4-Cylinder Engine or 3.5L V6 Engine | Ten Airbags | 14-Speaker JBL® Sound System |
Hybrid Powertrain Available | Toyota Safety Sense™ P | USB Media Port and 4 USB Charge Ports |
205 (4-Cylinder) or 301 (V6) Horsepower | Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert | Android Auto™ and Apple CarPlay® with Amazon Alexa |
Electronically Controlled Automatic Transmission with Intelligence (ECT-i) or Electronically Controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (ECVT) with Hybrid Engine | Intelligent Clearance Sonar | Wi-Fi Connect from AT&T with Subscription |
The 2021 Toyota Avalon will raise some eyebrows, and that intrigue may be what gives it a revival. The sedan is stylish and loaded with technology. The inclusion of both the 4-Cylinder and V6 engine options may also help keep the Avalon going on roads dominated by crossovers of every size. Storied Toyota reliability and quality are not missing either, so if you are considering the 2021 Toyota Avalon, you can rest assured it will serve you well.
• Qi-Compatible Wireless Charging System
• 4 One-Touch Power Windows
• Two USB-C Charge Ports
• 19-Inch TRD Matte-Black Alloy Wheels
• Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror
• And More!