Model Year | 2012 | 2006 | |
Model | Toyota Avalon | Buick LaCrosse | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6000 225 lb-ft@2000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.0 in | 110.5 in | 0.5 in |
Length | 197.6 in | 198.1 in | -0.5 in |
Width | 72.8 in | 73.0 in | -0.2 in |
Height | 58.5 in | 57.4 in | 1.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3572 lb. | 3568 lb. | 4 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 17.5 gal. | 1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 39.4 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.4 in | 57.2 in | 2.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.8 in | 55.3 in | 0.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 42.3 in | -1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 37.2 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.2 in | 57.0 in | 1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.2 in | 54.6 in | 1.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.9 in | 37.6 in | 3.3 in |
Total Legroom | 82.2 in (over 2 rows) | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 2.3 in |
Cargo Volume | 14.4 ft3 | 16.0 ft3 | -1.6 ft3 |
2012 Toyota Avalon Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Compounding the Avalon's lack of suspension compliance, its seats are also firm, yet lacking in lateral support. You very much sit on them rather than in them. On a long drive my rear end reported impinged circulation. The front passenger is even worse off, as the tilt of that seat can be adjusted only in the Limited. Rear seat passengers also complained about overly firm, insufficiently contoured cushions. see full Toyota Avalon review |
2012 Toyota Avalon Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Heated seats are wonderful in winter. Dual zone heater/air conditioner a plus for driver/passenger comfort. Back-up camera is handy for checking what the mirrors don't pick up. Quiet, smooth engine/transmission. Comfortable seats are easily adjustable. Easy access and good leg-room in rear seats. see full Toyota Avalon review |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Heated seats are wonderful in winter. Dual zone heater/air conditioner a plus for driver/passenger comfort. Back-up camera is handy for checking what the mirrors don't pick up. Quiet, smooth engine/transmission. Comfortable seats are easily adjustable. Easy access and good leg-room in rear seats. see full Toyota Avalon review |
2006 Buick LaCrosse Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 240-horsepower 3.6L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Wide comfortable front seats. Heated seats are great and the leather feels very good. Lumbar support in drivers seat is excellent. see full Buick LaCrosse review |
2006 Buick LaCrosse Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 200-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Not enough leg room. No place to store anything. see full Buick LaCrosse review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 200-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
It was not comfortable. The seat bottom was too short. see full Buick LaCrosse review |