Confession...

"Logansteno: Bought a VW?" (logansteno) 02/04/2015 at 22:00 • Filed to: None

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You know, I'm not a real big fan of most of Toyota's sedans as of late. I do like some the Tacoma and 4Runner though. But, the Avalon is the one car Toyota makes that I really rather like.

It's quite the looker in my eyes. Understated but attractive. Much better than the new Camry. I can't call it best in class, because in my eyes the Impala looks a bit better, but still, pretty damn good looking. I will say a beige one managed to catch my eye in traffic today.

The interior is, dare I say, downright attractive. That dash makes me feel funny things. Which is something I usually wouldn't say about a Toyota's dashboard. I'm sure it's all well screwed together, too.

My only gripe with the car really is the engine. It's the same 268 horsepower 3.5L V6 Toyota has been using since god knows how long. Now, 268 is all fine and well, but in a world where main competitors are nearing or making over 300 horsepower from their V6s, Toyota needs to step up their game. I'm sure the driving dynamics are on the isolated side of the scale, but it's a large sedan, I wouldn't expect to be blown away by its superb driving dynamics.

Overall though, if I was shopping big comfy sedans like this, I'd probably be looking at this and the Impala.

But, that's not saying I wouldn't end up with a Charger... because well, Charger.

TheHondaBro > Logansteno: Bought a VW? 02/04/2015 at 22:02

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i too think it's rather attractive.

Conan > Logansteno: Bought a VW? 02/04/2015 at 22:02

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My former co teacher drove one. People were puzzled about why she did until the moment she drove them around in it.

Nibby > Logansteno: Bought a VW? 02/04/2015 at 22:07

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I kinda want one.

Logansteno: Bought a VW? > Nibby 02/04/2015 at 22:08

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I wouldn't mind one at all. I have to imagine it's supremely comfortable.

Anon > Logansteno: Bought a VW? 02/04/2015 at 22:11

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The avalon's biggest problem is that you can get the lexus es version for about the same price and it's nicer and comes with lexus's awesome customer service. Also they're extremely comfy, I learned to drive on a 2008 lexus es300.

Jordan and the Slowrunner, Boomer Intensifies > Logansteno: Bought a VW? 02/04/2015 at 22:11

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It looks like a nice car to drive cross country in.

Nibby > Logansteno: Bought a VW? 02/04/2015 at 22:12

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And it's pretty fast too, 0-60 in 6-6.3 seconds.

sm70- why not Duesenberg? > Logansteno: Bought a VW? 02/04/2015 at 22:15

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My only problems with the Avalon are the Impala, 300, Cadenza, Azera, and Maxima. Oh, and the ES and whatever the Lincoln Fusion is.

Logansteno: Bought a VW? > sm70- why not Duesenberg? 02/04/2015 at 22:17

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This statement lost all credibility with the mention of the Maxima.

Logansteno: Bought a VW? > Anon 02/04/2015 at 22:18

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This is true. And suddenly makes the Avalon a harder sell unless you want luxury without the snooty luxury badge.

sm70- why not Duesenberg? > Logansteno: Bought a VW? 02/04/2015 at 22:18

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How many other cars in that range do 0-60 in five and a half seconds, or can handle in any way, shape or form?

Logansteno: Bought a VW? > sm70- why not Duesenberg? 02/04/2015 at 22:22

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I've read the Impala handles extremely well for its size, actually.

Plus the damn thing is like 8 years old and has a Nissan's meh CVT. I've liked this generation Maxima for a long time, but when I think of one all I see is one on huge rimz.

sm70- why not Duesenberg? > Logansteno: Bought a VW? 02/04/2015 at 22:24

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I will give you that. It's a bit long in the tooth, and if you want to drive one you may start wearing lots and lots of big, jingly jewelry.

CRider > Logansteno: Bought a VW? 02/04/2015 at 22:26

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The Charger R/T Scat Pack 392 is about the same price as a optioned out Avalon. While the Avalon is the nicest looking car Toyota has built in a long time, I couldn't buy one with this thing out there.

Logansteno: Bought a VW? > CRider 02/04/2015 at 22:28

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Even just a plain 'ole R/T Road and Track make anything V6 powered a tough sell.

CRider > Logansteno: Bought a VW? 02/04/2015 at 22:33

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I was actually going to use the regular R/T but then I looked the the actual prices and realized that the Scat Pack was actually the same price as the Avalon Limited. Which, granted, is the most loaded Avalon you can get, but it doesn't have a 485 horsepower Hemi under the hood.

not for canada - australian in disguise > Logansteno: Bought a VW? 02/04/2015 at 22:34

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While the Avalon is nice, and by far probably the best Toyota product of the last ~10 years, i still would rather have a Cadenza, it's like a big luxobarge version of the Optima!

I mean, look at that interior!

ly2v8-Brian > Logansteno: Bought a VW? 02/04/2015 at 23:52

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This is what kills it. this stupid lower grill. The whole car has nice flowing lines and curves (very un-Toyota like) except for this Wal-Mart grade shit here.

ly2v8-Brian > sm70- why not Duesenberg? 02/04/2015 at 23:53

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Don't forget the Lacrosse

sm70- why not Duesenberg? > ly2v8-Brian 02/05/2015 at 00:03

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Oh right. The Lacrosse makes me want to drive the Avalon.

ly2v8-Brian > sm70- why not Duesenberg? 02/05/2015 at 00:05

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sm70- why not Duesenberg? > ly2v8-Brian 02/05/2015 at 00:14

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As long as I can do so in the Avalon.

ly2v8-Brian > sm70- why not Duesenberg? 02/05/2015 at 00:15

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ok funnyman

Vicente Esteve > Logansteno: Bought a VW? 02/05/2015 at 00:31

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For people looking to buy a Camry, a CPO of this is the best Camry they will ever need.