Model Year | 2006 | 2022 | |
Model | Toyota Avalon | Volkswagen Atlas | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 276 hp@6200 266 lb-ft@2750 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.0 in | 117.3 in | -6.3 in |
Length | 197.2 in | 200.7 in | -3.5 in |
Width | 72.8 in | 78.4 in | -5.6 in |
Height | 58.5 in | 70.1 in | -11.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3490 lb. | 4425 lb. | -935 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 18.6 gal. | -0.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 41.3 in | -2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.4 in | 61.5 in | -2.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.8 in | 58.2 in | -2.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 41.7 in | -0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 40.4 in | -2.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.2 in | 60.8 in | -2.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.2 in | 58.0 in | -1.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.9 in | 37.6 in | 3.3 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.3 in | -38.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 54.9 in | -54.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 45.1 in | -45.1 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 33.7 in | -33.7 in |
Total Legroom | 82.2 in (over 2 rows) | 113 in (over 3 rows) | -30.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.4 ft3 | 20.6 ft3 | -6.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 14.4 | 55.5 ft3 | -41.1 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.4 ft3 | 96.8 ft3 | -82.4 ft3 |
2006 Toyota Avalon Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Limo like rear seat that actually reclines. see full Toyota Avalon review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Plenty of room. see full Toyota Avalon review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very adequate as is the back see full Toyota Avalon review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
very comfortable see full Toyota Avalon review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan 280-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
My kids loved the roominess of the back seat which made easier transition from the former minivan. see full Toyota Avalon review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2022 Volkswagen Atlas.