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#98 of 178 Re: Alternatives to the Avalon [houdini1] by tjc78 Jun 01, 2009 (8:21 am)
Replying to: houdini1 (May 31, 2009 8:17 am) Of course I could be wrong if the 2005 Avalon got the new body before the Camry?   In '05 the platform was heavily revised ("all new" according to Yota) for the then new Avalon. The '07 Camry then got the shortened version and the 2GR motor from the Avalon. So as of right now the Camry and Avalon (and Highlander, ES, RX, RAV, Sienna) are all on the same basic platform and engines.
#99 of 178 re: Avalon replacement … What would you like to see? [ncee] by jemanner Jun 06, 2009 (5:54 am)
Replying to: ncee (Dec 10, 2008 3:20 am) I agree to this thread, the Avalon will probably go away in these tough times for auto manufacturers. Besides the obvious, such as very little response to suggested improvements by owners (NAV system, soft handling, etc) there are small indicators unnoticed my some, such as the 2009 brochure being very abbreviated, and dropping the Touring model, which Consumer Reports reported as being the better handling model. I hope I am wrong, but the indicators are out there. Replies to this message: jemanner (Jun 06, 2009 6:37 pm) bl101 (Jun 18, 2009 6:32 pm)
#100 of 178 re: Avalon replacement … What would you like to see? [jemanner] by jemanner Jun 06, 2009 (6:37 pm)
Replying to: jemanner (Jun 06, 2009 5:54 am) Talked to my dealer today, and if one can believe the sales folks, the Avalon will receive a makeover for 2010. However, he was not forthcoming with any details, if there are any available at this point in time. Replies to this message: bl101 (Jun 18, 2009 6:32 pm)
#101 of 178 re: Avalon replacement … What would you like to see? [jemanner] by bl101 Jun 18, 2009 (6:32 pm)
Replying to: jemanner (Jun 06, 2009 6:37 pm) I spoke to Toyota Motor Manufacturing Kentucky Inc., the Toyota Motor Corp. subsidiary responsible for the Georgetown, Kentucky assembly plant that produces the Avalon, on 6/15/09.    They confirmed that a 2010 Avalon will be produced, although they would not share when production of the 2010 vehicle would begin. I inferred from their comments that no significant design changes would be introduced for the 2010 model year.    Toyota Motor Manufacturing Kentucky Inc. did indicate that the 2009 Avalon continues to be produced. They also confirmed that it is still possible to factory order a 2009 Avalon should you care to do so.
#102 of 178 Need a Redesigned Avalon by kenb757 Jul 10, 2009 (2:09 pm)
The Avalon needs a major update or redesign in order to effectively compete with the forthcoming Ford Taurus and Buick Lacrosse, which should both be outstanding cars for the money. The Taurus seems to have more sporty pretensions and its close relationship to the Lincoln MKS is more than obvious. The Lacrosse seems to be more luxury oriented. Both cars in the low $30ks, well equipped. I don't think the 2010 Avalon will be competitive without a major redesign. Replies to this message: wwest (Jul 11, 2009 8:04 am) tjc78 (Jul 12, 2009 3:35 am)
#103 of 178 Re: Need a Redesigned Avalon [kenb757] by wwest Jul 11, 2009 (8:04 am)
Replying to: kenb757 (Jul 10, 2009 2:09 pm) Were I managing Toyota the new Avalon would be a RWD clone of Lexus GS with the Venza I4 but upgraded to DFI. Replies to this message: tjc78 (Jul 12, 2009 3:35 am)
#104 of 178 Re: Need a Redesigned Avalon [wwest] by tjc78 Jul 12, 2009 (3:35 am)
Replying to: wwest (Jul 11, 2009 8:04 am) with the Venza I4   Hell no! Make it RWD, six - eight inches longer than the GS, and throw in the direct injected version of the the 2GR. Now were talking!
#105 of 178 Redesigned Avalon by popsavalon Jul 13, 2009 (5:06 am)
Why would you want to redesign the Avalon from an honest 30 MPG, regular fuel, very roomy and comfortable sedan, with more than adequate performance into a more costly vehicle with the same features as a half dozen other Lexus, BMW, etc. platforms.   I have no desire to spend an additional 10K on a vehicle like this. Replies to this message: wwest (Jul 13, 2009 7:45 am) popsavalon (Jul 13, 2009 11:59 am)
#106 of 178 Restyle but keep the mechanics. by carlupi Jul 13, 2009 (6:37 am)
Mechanically, the current Avalon is a total winner but needs updated styling to appeal to a wider customer base. Toyota should keep the outstanding mechanics from the current model, specially the very fuel efficient engine and silky smooth transmission, but redesign the sheet metal to eliminate its "frumpy" look.   I own a 2009 Avalon and cannot believe how a car of this size and weight can be so fuel efficient. I just returned from an 800 mile road trip during which I averaged 30 MPG while consistently doing 75-80 miles per hour on the highway.
#107 of 178 Re: Redesigned Avalon [popsavalon] by wwest Jul 13, 2009 (7:45 am)
Replying to: popsavalon (Jul 13, 2009 5:06 am) Lexus ES350 = Toyota Camry.....   No basis for assuming 10K $ increment.   Shared parts bin and design savings.   Common parts bin: Saturn = Chevrolet = Pontiac = Buick = Oldsmobile = GMC = Cadillac   Carries it a bit too far but you get the idea.   "..total winner.." FWD...NEVER...!!   Only if you live in the tropics. Replies to this message: popsavalon (Jul 13, 2009 11:59 am)

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