What's New for 2019 Toyota Avalon?

If you have admired the Toyota Avalon from afar and are ready to get to know more about it today, you may be thrilled to discover that the newest model year has been dramatically redesigned. The 2019 Toyota Avalon is the early model year for the fifth generation. As a new generation model, the 2019 Avalon has stunning updates throughout the entire vehicle as well as under the hood.

You will notice that the body style now has a sportier look. This midsize sedan boasts a robust grille and hood design along with cleaner detailing throughout the exterior and a low profile. While the exterior changes are undeniably impressive, the improvements continue throughout the rest of the vehicle.

What Options Do I Have?

The Avalon for 2019 is offered in four trims, and these range from the XSE as the base trim to the Limited as the most advanced. While the XSE is considered to be the Avalon's basic trim, even the most discerning car buyers who visit Toyota of Dallas may be impressed by its many innovative features and overall appealing interior design. If you look at the next trim up from the XSE, the Touring trim has a gorgeous design that includes upgraded materials. These materials include aluminum trim and soft Ultrasuede material.

On the highest end of the spectrum, the Limited trim for the 2019 Avalon has leather throughout, including on the side door panels. This material has quilted stitching, and it is set off by real wood finishes on the dashboard and throughout the interior.

Regardless of the trim level that you select, you may notice that your Avalon has a few new standard features that were not included in the 2019 models for all trims. These include Apple CarPlay, a wireless charging station, a 12-volt power outlet, a nine-inch infotainment feature that uses a custom software program, three USB ports and a 14-speaker audio system.

2019 Toyota Avaolon Impresses with Strong Performance

The updates to the 2019 Avalon carry through under the hood with the introduction of two redesigned powertrains. The gas-powered V6, 3.5-liter engine has been improved in comparison to last year's base engine. Its standard features include an eight-speed auto transmission along with the front-wheel drive. If you opt for this engine in one of the lower trim levels, your Avalon will also be equipped with paddle shifter controls on the steering wheel, and rev-matching downshift functionality.

The good news for eco-minded drivers is that the hybrid option has been improved. It comes with a NiMH battery pack that is stored below the backseat and an I4 gas engine. For both of these updated engines, the Avalon also comes with an active variable suspension that provides you with a smooth ride, and that includes active damping technology.

Which Toyota Safety Features Are Included?

Many drivers who visit Toyota of Dallas are interested in learning more about the safety features in the vehicles that are at the top of their list. The Avalon has been improved with a few new safety features that are now standard in the 2019 model, and these innovations add-on to a lengthy list of equipment that continues from the previous model year.

In the 2019 Avalon, you and your passengers will benefit from an ABS with brake-force distribution, braking assistance, a backup camera, radar cruise control, pedestrian detection, ten airbags and lane departure with steering assistance. You can see that the 2019 Avalon redesign makes it a tough contender to beat. Head to Toyota of Dallas to get to know more about the trims with a test drive.