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Toyota Prius (2012) vs. Toyota Avalon (2006) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2012 Toyota Prius and 2006 Toyota Avalon specs.

2012 Toyota Prius and 2006 Toyota Avalon Specifications

Model Year 2012 2006  
Model Toyota Prius Toyota Avalon  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Hatch 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 106.3 in 111.0 in -4.7 in
Length 176.4 in 197.2 in -20.8 in
Width 68.7 in 72.8 in -4.1 in
Height 58.7 in 58.5 in 0.2 in
Curb Weight 3042 lb. 3490 lb. -448 lb.
Fuel Capacity 11.9 gal. 18.5 gal. -6.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.6 in 38.8 in -0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 54.9 in 59.4 in -4.5 in
Hip Room, Row 1 52.7 in 55.8 in -3.1 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.5 in 41.3 in 1.2 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.6 in 37.5 in 0.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 53.1 in 58.2 in -5.1 in
Hip Room, Row 2 51.2 in 56.2 in -5 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.0 in 40.9 in -4.9 in
Total Legroom 78.5 in (over 2 rows) 82.2 in (over 2 rows) -3.7 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 21.6 ft3 14.4 ft3 7.2 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 39.6 ft3 14.4 ft3 25.2 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Toyota Prius

2012 Toyota Prius Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid
CVT FWD
Excellent for at least a 6 footer see full Toyota Prius review
2011 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid
CVT FWD
Outstanding see full Toyota Prius review
2012 Toyota Prius Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid
CVT FWD
Mentioned this before, but should be mentioned again and again. It's a compact ecoonomy car with luxury under-the-hood technology. see full Toyota Prius review
2011 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid
CVT FWD
Lack of lumbar support will translate into back fatigue on long trips. see full Toyota Prius review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Toyota Avalon

2006 Toyota Avalon Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 
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