Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 |
Model | Avalon | Avalon | Avalon | Avalon | Avalon | Avalon | Avalon | Avalon | Malibu | Malibu | Malibu | Malibu |
Trim | XLE | XLE Plus | Hybrid XLE Plus | XLE Premium | Hybrid XLE Premium | XLE Touring | Limited | Hybrid Limited | LS | LT | 2LT | LTZ |
Engines | ||||||||||||
Transmissions | ||||||||||||
Drivetrains | ||||||||||||
Tires | ||||||||||||
Audio Systems | ||||||||||||
Accessories | ||||||||||||
Powers devices with a regular home electrical outlet. Limited wattage: forget about using it to power a blow drier. | ||||||||||||
Automatically maintains set distance behind preceding vehicle as well as set speed. Minimum speed around 30 mph. Replaces regular cruise control, and includes its value. | ||||||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||||||||||
Often must be ordered with power rear side windows, if these are available. | ||||||||||||
Enter and start the vehicle without removing the key from your pocket. | ||||||||||||
Unlock and lock the car using buttons on the keyfob. | ||||||||||||
Start the car using a button on the keyfob. Interior can be a comfortable temperature as soon as you get in. | ||||||||||||
Greatly reduces the amount of sunlight entering the rear window. | ||||||||||||
Greatly reduces the amount of sunlight entering the rear window. Includes the value of manual rear shade. | ||||||||||||
Homelink. | ||||||||||||
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||||||||||
Rear disc brakes. | ||||||||||||
Only listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars. | ||||||||||||
Automatically pulse the brakes in hard stops to prevent wheels from locking up, making it possible to brake and steer at the same time. | ||||||||||||
If collision detection system senses imminent collision, applies moderate braking. | ||||||||||||
Automatically brakes car to avoid low-speed collisions. | ||||||||||||
Mirror-mounted lights indicate when another vehicle is in a blind spot. | ||||||||||||
When a panic stop is sensed, fully applies the brakes. | ||||||||||||
Warns of traffic coming from either direction when vehicle is in reverse, to prevent accidents when backing out of parking spaces. | ||||||||||||
Alerts driver when approaching the preceding car too quickly. | ||||||||||||
Mandatory, in all cars. | ||||||||||||
Steering lightly applied to help prevent the vehicle from inadvertently traveling out of its intended lane. | ||||||||||||
Alerts driver when the vehicle seems to be wandering out of the lane. | ||||||||||||
Warns driver of pedestrians in path of car. | ||||||||||||
Prepares brakes (and sometimes also seat belts) for use when radar detects an imminent collision. Might also move seats and close windows. Early Lexus system used laser. Since automatic braking became common it has been unclear which models have this feat | ||||||||||||
Torso-level second row airbags, usually contained in the rear door. Some also protect the head, but not as well as side curtain airbags. | ||||||||||||
Rearview camera connected to display screen on the instrument panel. Often requires navigation system. | ||||||||||||
Deploys extended duration side curtain airbags when the vehicle rolls over. Usually included on tall vehicles. Rare on others. | ||||||||||||
Airbags contained just above the window level. Except in cars without a rear seat usually cover first and second row. | ||||||||||||
Selectively applies the brakes to prevent excessive understeer or oversteer (spinning). | ||||||||||||
Two types: a warning light when a tire is low on air and a pressure readout for each tire. | ||||||||||||
When a drive wheel slips, it is braked and/or engine power is reduced, restoring traction. | ||||||||||||
Cargo Management | ||||||||||||
Usually concealed behind a stowed armrest. Enables long items like skis to be carried without folding the rear seat. | ||||||||||||
Climate Control | ||||||||||||
Maintains set temperature in front row. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value. | ||||||||||||
Temperature can be separately set for left and right sides of the passenger compartment. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value. | ||||||||||||
Filters exterior air before it enters the passenger compartment. No default value because most cars have them, even in cases where they're not in the official list of features. | ||||||||||||
Wipers automatically turn on and adjust their speed based on input from a rain sensor. | ||||||||||||
Vents at aft end of center console, in B-pillars, and/or in ceiling. | ||||||||||||
Maintains set temperature in rear passenger area by providing heated or cooled air through vents in the center console, B-pillars, and/or ceiling. Replaces and includes value of rear air vents with manual controls. | ||||||||||||
Ducts under front seats direct heated air to the second row. | ||||||||||||
Only listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars. | ||||||||||||
Time between wipes can be precisely adjusted. | ||||||||||||
Engine / Motor | ||||||||||||
Automatically cuts off the engine when the vehicle is stopped and restarts it when the driver lifts off the brake pedal. Not listed for hybrids, where it is generally part of the powertrain system. | ||||||||||||
Plugs into electrical outlet to warm up the engine. Facilitates starting in extreme cold. | ||||||||||||
Exterior | ||||||||||||
Moldings on the bodysides, to protect against door dings in parking lots. | ||||||||||||
Increasingly often these are not actually connected to the exhaust. | ||||||||||||
Reduces interior noise, prevents side windows from shattering. | ||||||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||||||||||
Infotainment | ||||||||||||
Touchscreen and/or voice control over apps that can include online search, Facebook, Twitter, Pandora, OpenTable, and MovieTickets.com. Requires connected compatible phone. Fees may apply after first three years. | ||||||||||||
Jack for an iPod or similar device. No value because of incomplete data. Will soon be standard on nearly every car. | ||||||||||||
Uses Bluetooth rather than a cable to integrate audio device. Requires compatible audio device and/or phone. | ||||||||||||
Enables hands-free communication by wirelessly connecting a cell phone to a microphone and the vehicle's stereo speakers. | ||||||||||||
Audio system capable of playing DVDs on a front-row screen. Inoperative when the vehicle is moving. No value because of incomplete data. | ||||||||||||
High-definition radio, which broadcasts a digital signal. Free, no subscription fees. | ||||||||||||
Audio system capable of playing discs with MP3 files. | ||||||||||||
Can display navigation from a free phone-based app on a built-in screen. Won't operate in areas with a poor data signal. Uses data on your phone's plan. | ||||||||||||
Screen-based navigation system. | ||||||||||||
XM or Sirius. Includes a subscription for three to six months, after which monthly fees apply. | ||||||||||||
Activate Siri using button on steering wheel. Make calls, hear and dictate texts and email, manage calendar, turn-by-turn nav. Requires iPhone 4S or higher. | ||||||||||||
Converts text messages to speech. | ||||||||||||
In-vehicle security, communications, and diagnostics system. For 2011 and newer cars often includes a remote app. Monthly fee after the first 1-12 months. | ||||||||||||
In-vehicle security, communications, and diagnostics system plus turn-by-turn navigation (no map display). For 2011 and newer cars often includes a remote app. Monthly fee after the first 1-12 months. | ||||||||||||
Information about traffic plus weather, gas prices, sports news, and/or movie times. Monthly fee after first 3-12 months. | ||||||||||||
Often permits an iPod or phone to be integrated into the vehicle's entertainment system and controls. | ||||||||||||
Sometimes also includes voice control over climate control system. | ||||||||||||
Phone or other device operated via the vehicle's voice command system. Requires a compatible device--all aren't supported. | ||||||||||||
Sometimes also includes voice control over climate control system. | ||||||||||||
Wirelessly charger for phones and audio players. | ||||||||||||
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||||||||||
Driver-side exterior mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle. | ||||||||||||
High beams automatically turned on and off. | ||||||||||||
Passenger-side rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle. | ||||||||||||
Interior rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle. | ||||||||||||
Headlights automatically turn on and off. Includes value of automatic-off headlights. | ||||||||||||
We haven't given this feature a value because it's hard to tell which cars have it. | ||||||||||||
Light wide area close in front of the vehicle. | ||||||||||||
Clears ice and fog from mirrors. | ||||||||||||
Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror. | ||||||||||||
Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror. | ||||||||||||
LEDs cast a soft glow over and/or highlight parts of the interior. | ||||||||||||
LED headlights last longer and use less energy than other types. | ||||||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||||||||||
Front row reading lights. | ||||||||||||
Area around the vehicle is illuminated when the vehicle is remotely unlocked. | ||||||||||||
Includes value of manual remote mirrors. | ||||||||||||
Reports engine speed. | ||||||||||||
Reports average fuel economy, and perhaps also instantaneous fuel economy, distance to empty, average speed, and other stats. | ||||||||||||
Provide a brighter, whiter light than halogen headlights. | ||||||||||||
Seats and Interior Trim | ||||||||||||
All-weather floormats. | ||||||||||||
Seat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat. | ||||||||||||
Seating surfaces are trimmed in leather; other upholstery tends to be leatherette. | ||||||||||||
Lower back support power-adjustable vertically as well as in and out. | ||||||||||||
Power-adjustable lower back support. | ||||||||||||
Power-adjustable lower back support. | ||||||||||||
Power-adjustable cushion length; provides better support for long legs. | ||||||||||||
Power tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment. | ||||||||||||
Power tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment. | ||||||||||||
Seating surfaces are part cloth or vinyl, part synthetic suede. | ||||||||||||
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||||||||||
Spoked steel wheel with a plastic cover that makes it look like an alloy wheel. | ||||||||||||
Alloy wheels with a chromed plastic veneer. Replace and include value of regular alloy wheels. | ||||||||||||
Chrome finish applied in a multi-layer powder coating process. More durable and lighter than chrome-plating. | ||||||||||||
Varies throttle, steering, ABS, and/or stability control calibration. | ||||||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||||||||||
Lug nuts that can only be removed using a special key. Prevents theft of wheels. | ||||||||||||
Transmission | ||||||||||||
Paddles or buttons that can be used to manually shift the transmission. Only listed when optional or not always included with an automatic transmission. |
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