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2011 Toyota Avalon review: Weekly summary

Today on day six we’ll give a complete summary of what makes the 2011 Toyota Avalon a desirable car.

To start, the Toyota Avalon does lots of things well for the person looking for a big sedan. Its best feature is the quiet tranquil experience it offers to those riding inside. This is what the Avalon does well; the large sedan stands out most for smooth quiet operation.

This is the result of many things, like the Avalon's suspension that has vibration-mitigating features and good build quality. The Avalon rides like a magic carpet, almost impervious to the worst roads in Colorado. But its more than just a cushy ride, the V-6 delivers good acceleration and mileage for a larger sedan.

The six-speed sequential shift automatic transmission is quick shifting and decisive. Driving the Avalon is a pleasant experience for just about any purpose, whether taking a long road trip to Glenwood Springs, or if you need to go to the grocery store.  The 2011 Toyota Avalon is more tranquil than many sedans that cost a lot more.

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The interior is finished with quality materials and equipped with east to operate functional controls. The front seats are roomy and comfortable, and passengers in the back seat can recline and be comfortable.

Empty-nesters will appreciate the Avalon for its flexibility, and for its manageable base price, which comes standard with a decent stereo with CD changer. Or it can be equipped with the latest technology. The Avalon comes standard with the latest safety technology, and it scores well in government and insurance-industry crash tests.

While the rest of the auto industry focuses much of its research and development money trying to attract younger buyers, the 2011 Toyota Avalon continues to attract a certain buyer that it always has. And as the baby boomer generation continues to age, the Avalon will be there for this group of customers.

The 2011 Toyota Avalon is a good choice for those looking for one of the best full sized sedans in the market. It offers comfortable and roomy interiors, powerful engine performance, and riding comfort for long trips and reliability for daily transportation.

Come back tomorrow when we’ll finish the week with a full report and pictures.

, Denver Commuter Examiner

Denis is a Denver native and has a passion for automobiles. His extensive automotive background includes racing, 13 years in automotive technology sales, and 7 years in automotive media, test driving vehicles for the manufactures.His web site is denverautosolutions.com.

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