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The 2011 Toyota Avalon hit the Chicago show floor today, and though it's not what most people would call "inspired," it's a conservative, modern-looking sedan with a good selection of features and plenty of space inside. Will it be enough to get people over their Toyotaphobia following Acceleratorgate? Or will it simply be seen as a fresh coat of paint on the company's now-tarnished reliability rep?

These live photos reveal a car with more presence than shows through in the clinical studio shots released with the car's announcement, but considering it's up against the likes of the Hyundai Genesis Sedan and Azera, Ford Taurus,  Buick LaCrosse and Lucerne and even the Lexus ES 350 (the Limited model Avalon's base price is higher than the ES 350's entry price), it may not have what it takes to win over those concerned with appearances. Those with more restrained tastes may see just what they're looking for, however.

What do you see when you look at the 2011 Toyota Avalon? Let us know in the comments below.





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  1. By jayson Coombes Posted: 2/10/2010 1:17pm PST

    Wow, what a boring car for a lot of money. It will blend in with every other mid size Hyundai, Kia, Nissan and the like on the road. When I spend $30K to $40K on a car, I don't want it to look like everyone else's $20K car. But then again, Toyota is known for being boring. If you're going to try to build a Buick, at least give the car some style like the new Buicks. This car is a poor value, but I'm sure Toyota will have plenty of boring people to continue to buy their boring cars. Is too bad, GM and Ford are building more fuel efficient, and in many cases, better quality vehicles. Hope the U. S. market doesn't take too long to realize that!
     
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  2. By james Posted: 2/10/2010 2:20pm PST

    even more yawn from snoreyota... i'll tell you what i see. I see dull, parallel character lines, weak wheel arches, uninspired rear lights, flat, boring side panelling, and a whopping lack of individuality. it's like they're not even trying
     
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  3. fb_100000275684479 avatar Michael Escobar Posted: 2/10/2010 6:17pm PST

    I don't know. One person's dullness is another's "tastefulness". The Avalon has never been called inspiring, but I think this will age well. For the most part, I prefer conservatively styled sedans, that's why I like Audi. That's not to say I don't like daring, adventurous designs though; I like such controversial designs as the Gumpert Apollo, too. However, it's safe to say that the Apollo and the Avalon are in completely different segents, and both have their place.
     
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  4. By Kris Posted: 2/10/2010 6:51pm PST

    "What do you see when you look at the 2011 Toyota Avalon? Let us know in the comments"
    Well, I almost see a 2010. Barely a facelift to my eyes!!
     
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  5. Nelson avatar Nelson Ireson Posted: 2/10/2010 8:41pm PST

    Michael,
    I think you've hit the nail on the head. Enthusiasts (like me) often ride Toyota's case for building boring cars, but they sure sell a lot of them.
    I wouldn't compare this to an Audi though. There's a difference between understated and plain-looking.
     
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  6. fb_644350868 avatar Drew Vernon Posted: 2/11/2010 2:32am PST

    How are the brakes and gas pedal?
     
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  7. By Mike Warnken Posted: 2/11/2010 6:31am PST

    It looks like all the other years. It is a great car but AWD and many other things could help. It has always been more roomier then any Lexus. It always had better fuel mileage then all the Toyota or Lexus. Toyota has keep it at the back and I do not see the little things they are doing will help. They increase the price to hurt the sells.Have you ever seen an add for this car. Then answer is no. We have had two and they are great cars I hope Toyota does not hurt it.
     
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  8. By Craig Lyst Posted: 2/11/2010 8:51am PST

    Must be butt-ugly from the front since you didn't post a pic of the car's grill...
     
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  9. By bepsf Posted: 2/11/2010 9:25am PST

    This is not your Father's Toyota...
    ...it's your Grandfather's.
     
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  10. fb_100000275684479 avatar Michael Escobar Posted: 2/11/2010 10:23am PST

    Nelson, I wasn't comparing the Avalon to an Audi directly, I was simply stating that I prefer the subtle, curvy design of Audis rather than the sharp creases of a Mercedes. However, I also feel BMW missed the mark with their current 7 and 5 series. The current 7 would've been a great follow up to the 2001 7 series, but after the extravagance of the Bangle era, it looks almost dull.
    Anyway, if I won the lottery, I would buy an Avalon- in addition to a garage full of some of my dream cars (no lottery prize would cover ALL my dream cars, lol!). I'd have some muscle and sports cars for weekend fun, and an unassuming beige dullmobile for unassuming, dull, everyday tasks.
     
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  11. By Joe Posted: 2/16/2010 8:22am PST

    I consider myself a(43yo) car guy with moderate means (not rich). To lend some credibility to that statement; my first car was a gti, along with that came various muscle cars, a Supercharged GTP, Cobra Mustang, MDX (ok, not real dynamic there), and currently ending a lease on a 2008 CTS with awd,di and FE2. I WOULD consider this Avalon. It has a great power/gas consumption ratio, it handles very confidently at 7/10 driving, it will cruise very quietly, tracking straight and true with very good passing power and will have you arrive or end your day with out fatigue. I had test driven one in 2008 but the Caddy blew me away so I leased the Caddy. The styling keeps this car under the radar of the police and I do like to drive on the faster side of average.
     
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  12. By moespad Posted: 2/20/2010 9:57am PST

    I've seen the new limited up close and personal and love it. It's perfect for the 55 and over crowd like me. Forget the MSRP #s with Toyota's recent problems they'll be giving them away. I'm preparing to trade in my 2006 XLS and expect a super deal. I'll probably lay out 10 or 12K and drive home happy. The Genesis and Lucerne I don't trust long term, the Lexus is too expensive. I always fly airlines after a crash.
     
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