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New V6 Engine
All grades are powered by an all-new 3.5-liter, 24 valve, V6 engine matched to a five-speed sequential shift automatic transmission. A sequential shift feature allows the driver to enjoy a more involved driving experience by controlling gearshifts manually, when desired. Equipped with Variable Valve Timing with intelligence (VVT-i), and a dual-stage variable intake manifold, the new V6 produces an impressive 280 horsepower and 260 lb.-ft. of torque -- a performance improvement in horsepower of more than 33 percent over the previous generation. This engine is the most powerful V6 ever offered by Toyota in its U.S. model line-up.

The Avalon can effortlessly accelerate from zero-to-60 mph in 6.6 seconds while achieving an impressive estimated EPA fuel economy mpg rating of 22 city/31 highway.

http://www.autoindex.org/news.plt?no=1041#

Mark_is300

Exterior looks kinda like VW Phaeton.

Christople

I like the specs, if they retain the huge backseat, I won't care if it's FWD or not.

Mindcore

Interior reminds me of the new Infiniti M

Good looking car

cacophony82

i really dont like the lines, it looks like the maximas uglyier cousin

slicksilver

The Phaeton looks like a car. This looks like an oversize bar of soap.

Officer_down

It still looks boring.

However, the improvements are great! Nice, upgraded interior, much like the Lexus SC430 interior, and 280 hp! Moreover, the gas mileage is just as impressive, without being a hybrid.

DVDoughboy

Looks like the Avalon will be based off the new GS.

Palmateer

The new GS will still be RWD, the Avalon is FWD.

MULDER

Wallflower.