GradeToyota Avalon Reliability Grade
Excellent reliability
Grade a specific Toyota Avalon
Reliability changes from year to year. Pick a model year to see its grade, then add mileage and price to get a deal score and estimated miles remaining.
The Toyota Avalon earns an A overall reliability grade from GradeMyCar, with an A- for its engine and an A for its transmission. It ranks 1st of 4 full-size cars we grade. Its engine (A-) and transmission (A) grade about the same, so neither stands out as a weak point. Grades are based on 510 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2013-2022 model years, adjusted for how many were sold.
Toyota Avalon reliability by year
Overall grade for each model year, from owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Tap a year to see its full grade.
Best years: 2000, 2001, 2002, 2010, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2020 and 2022
How long does the Toyota Avalon last?
A rough estimate for the model across all years, not measured for each model year.
Toyota Avalon vs. other full-size cars
| Model | Engine | Trans. | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota Avalon | A- | A | A |
| Chevrolet Impala | B+ | B- | B+ |
| Ford Taurus | B- | B+ | B |
| Chrysler 300 | A- | B- | B |
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Is the Toyota Avalon reliable?
Excellent reliability. The Toyota Avalon earns an A overall reliability grade from GradeMyCar, with an A- for its engine and an A for its transmission. It ranks 1st of 4 full-size cars we grade. Its engine (A-) and transmission (A) grade about the same, so neither stands out as a weak point. Grades are based on 510 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2013-2022 model years, adjusted for how many were sold.
How many miles will a Toyota Avalon last?
We estimate a well-maintained Toyota Avalon lasts around 280,000 miles. That's a rough figure for the model across all years, not measured for each model year, so check the grade for the year you're looking at.
What are the best years for the Toyota Avalon?
Based on NHTSA owner complaints, the most reliable Toyota Avalon model years are 2000, 2001, 2002, 2010, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2020 and 2022.
What Toyota Avalon years should I avoid?
No Toyota Avalon model year stands out as a problem year in NHTSA owner complaints.
Is the Toyota Avalon transmission reliable?
GradeMyCar grades the Toyota Avalon transmission an A (excellent reliability). Reliability varies by model year, so grade the specific year you're looking at.
Is the Toyota Avalon engine reliable?
GradeMyCar grades the Toyota Avalon engine an A- (excellent reliability).