2011 Toyota Avalon 1 year ownership: Do I regret my decision?

Here’s a quick update on my 2011 Toyota Avalon that I’ve been driving for the last year. Here are my thoughts on ownership over the last 20K miles.

[@mrBILL-sr2cu]

I'm in a similar situation as I purchased a 2008 Avalon Limited with 68,000 one owner miles back in June of 2022. I wanted a dependable daily to keep the miles and wear/tear off my new 2022 Avalon Limited. In roughly seventeen months, I have driven the '08 about 23,000 as it's now at 91,000. The '22 has been driven about 900 miles during the same time frame. No regrets whatsoever. There are thousands of us who cherish these Generation 3 Avalons. Unless you have had/have one, you don't know just how good these cars are!

[@user-360johnn]

Do they handle lazily or are they agile? I want a sport sedan but idk if the Avalon is too much of a boat or not

[@jimmurray8483]

​@user-360johnn It's definitely not sporty, but they drive smooooooth

[@issavibez394]

Better than junky camrys for sure ​@@user-360johnn

[@SuperMan-uj7dh]

80k is about right for a fluid change. Did that to my 2013 venza v6, same transmission had no issues

[@lindanelson8400]

I bought my 07 Avalon in 09 with just under 25k miles, it only has 92k miles on it now. I'll never sell it. Best car I've ever owned. I agree with you on the unbelievable power from the 3.5 liter engine. I don't know what's causing your shift problems and why it's not down shifting for passing. In my car at 40 mph if I floor it to pass another car, it immediately down shifts and will start spinning the front tires as I'mpassing, it will go from 40 to 80 mph in a flash while making the pass. As far as top speed I've had mine up to 130 mph, and backed off. That was as fast as I wanted to go. You're at the mileage now that you should probably do a transmission fluid and filter change. That's part of the normal maintenance for the car. If that doesn't correct the shifting then I'd say take it to a trusted mechanic, I wouldn't go to a dealership. You'll just get overcharged and may not even get satisfactory service. The last thing I'd say is on your next car plan, if you're thinking of trading the Avalon for a BMW, you're probably going to regret that, especially if the BMW is anywhere near the 100k mile mark, that's about the time all German cars start to have breakdowns. Keep that Toyota and happy driving to you.

[@rjfuze]

i have a 2011 Avalon and the fastest I hit was 154 and I can confidently say it'll hit 160 if you give it to her

[@TheAppleBuyer]

I just bought a 2012 Toyota Avalon with 115k miles a month ago. Nicest car i’ve ever owned! I feel like my 115k mile Toyota is in the same mechanical condition as a 60k mile Ford or GM product. It just blows my mind how good these cars are… I’m not used to it! It looks like our Avalons are the same spec, mine is a Limited model too. I do agree with you and everyone else, you should get your transmission looked at/serviced. The 2GR in these cars are wicked fun! I never have issues passing on the highway and i’ll throw my Avalon into sport mode and beat a lot of people at red lights or on the highway. Obviously it’s no hellcat or mustang so i’m not gonna try racing them but the 2GR and 6 speed auto is a very competent drivetrain from what i’ve experienced. My only complaint with mine, is I hate the automatic rain sensing wipers. I think they suck! I wish mine had regular variable intermittent wipers. Most of the time when I try using the automatic wipers they just stop wiping randomly and I have to switch it to the regular wiping mode. It’s annoying! But considering how horrible all my Fords treated me in the past, i’ll take that complaint with me and run with it LOL Also, I hope you trade that Avalon for a BMW thats at least relatively new or comes with a really good and long warranty. I have absolutely no interest in those vehicles haha. I’m hoping I can keep my Avalon for the next 10 years as long as it doesn’t get wrecked or rust out or blow up on me… Which I don’t think will happen. Enjoy, and good luck!

[@frankmontez6853]

Yeah I’m looking at a 12 Avalon limited with 117 k miles. I’ve heard that it’s got a V6 with 267 hp. Big car with plenty of power? Good acceleration? The particular car I’m looking at going for $7800 and has a very beautiful exterior ❤

[@TheAppleBuyer]

@@frankmontez6853 You won't regret it bro I promise. Plenty of power!

[@duanedavenport10]

I just bought a 2011 avalon limited with 37,800 miles. The transmission shifts nice. You might need yors serviced. However, i have a bad audio amp. I agree the GPS is outdated. I really prefer the old Garman I have in my 08 Seinna. Keep up the reports 😊

[@samuelorellana2603]

Impressive that you were able to find one with that mileage. Care to disclose how much you got it for?

[@djraulcee]

i have a 2012 with your same mileage. how is it that your steering wheel is still in mint condition. do you drive with gloves?

[@noahbarber1234]

The only issue I have with mine is a gap on the passenger side of the hood and the sunshade staying up. Otherwise it is a great car!

[@gettylee8699]

Good daily car . I put 50k miles a year . This will be good 👍 choice for me .

[@issavibez394]

Damnn where the hell do u drive lllol

[@gerico3114]

I purchased a 2014 Avalon xle last year with 34000 miles. Best car I have ever had! Should last me a lifetime. ✌

[@64dolph72]

I have been searching endlessly for a 2011-2012 limited Avalon with less than 65,000 miles with black exterior and tan interior but no luck

[@benjaminmeza5372]

Don't buy a BMW, you think you have problems with the transmission on this Avalon? Well the BMW is twice as bad. Everyone i know that owns a BMW has had transmission problems.

[@jermichaelkirkland2446]

I rarely play my radio above 25 in any car I plan on keeping. No busted speakers.

[@lumpyliver]

Love your tech tiktoks bro, wishing you nothing but success!

[@MarcG7424]

Thanks for the radio always display trick I just used it on my 2011 Highlander I had no idea however the navigation isn't useless I just don't want to see it all the time my 09 Avalon Limited has a way to turn the screen completely off BTW if you're planning on buy a BMW seriously have a repair shop on speed dial and roadside assistance

[@adamwest7953]

magnificent car

[@fullerwilliams5458]

Hey nice video by the way. Please where did you buy the rear view camera from?

[@AstralInsights369]

Amazon

[@christian517480]

She my money maker dude 🤓🔥🔥

[@ismailbattal7730]

Where did you get the dash cam? I really need that. Thanks

[@troxistmajin8740]

At how many miles will you ditch this car? I heard these Toyotas can go to 300k miles with just basic maintenance.

[@mazda_rt24-p]

Ditch? I could never bring myself to do that to mine.

[@dclaet1135]

What brand camera, if you don't mind sharing? I have the 06, looks just like yours, but lighter wood color. The tinting on my rear window is so dark, it's hard to see well. I hate losing the mirror with the compass, but it could always be put back. So, are you happy with the brand of camera that you installed? Would you please share the name of it?

[@corythegreat2815]

Auto vox

[@gvran71]

Rust. The main enemy of the Series 100.

[@محمدعبدالله-ز4ز5ك]

ليش هاي الشاشة ماكو على افلونات الخليج 😮

[@erickenglish1799]

What generation do you think is the best?

[@AynetTube]

How did you end up with only 800 sub

[@Brolis-e2i]

You have not yet done any transmission service in your car, like changing fluid?

[@corythegreat2815]

I haven’t, I plan on doing it very soon

[@Brolis-e2i]

@@corythegreat2815you have to change the filter as well.. did you somehow clean the MAF sensor or change alternator?

[@issavibez394]

Sadly they don't make toyota like they used to anything 06 and below is better the new ones feel to cheap

[@HoodsGlobal]

BMW="Bring my wallet", good luck.

[@aassddasad4484]

Гаварите на русском языке я не знаю что говорите

[@benjaminmeza5372]

8:26 Did he say "Axed"???!! I guess it is true...black people can't say the word "Ask" correctly.

[@JohnBarlow-fi5xn]

I'm black!! So suck my AXX Hanz!!!

[@spyryder1961]

I bought my 2007 Limited Avalon with 193,000 miles on it December 2022, for $3600 and now it currently has 243,133 miles on it. The only parts I had to replace was the thermostat. I elected to have the water pump, radiator and belts replaced (since belts had to be removed to access water pump and thermostat). I still have the stock radio which plays well... Extremely Well! I also put four brand new tires the same month I purchased it, and still have the same tires. I have the same issue with my electric rear curtains, but to me a minor problem not worth investing money to have repaired. The "ONLY" issue I have with this car is, NO AUXILIARY INPUT, or BLUETOOTH AVAILABILITY. I have use aftermarket crap to be piped over FM frequency. I definitely love your "MIRROR DASH CAM", as I have the windshield mount. You spoke trying or will purchase another car...BMW?.......DON'T DO IT! I have a neighbor that had the 750il, and had to have his fuel line pressurized and recalibrated. It cost him more than the cost of my car. He sold it through Facebook afterwards, because another problem arose. He saw the writing on the wall. But, if you honestly wanna give it a spin and sell your Avalon within a year from my post..contact me so I Can get dibs on it . [e-mail] I also live in Pennsylvania.

[@Rey-pi4yi]

Got one a couple days ago after my other car was totaled got money from the insurance so got a 2011 limited, $11k 74k miles. Was that too high it rides like a cloud so little road noise compared to a crv my mom has and its a 2022 leather on the Avalon is amazing and ac on the seats, no more sweaty ass lol love it

[@trishbrad00]

Stop complaining about hazy lights. Polish them.

[@mitchellarmstrong3759]

Sadly, Toyota is discontinuing the Avalon. I wanted one, but I couldn't find one that I could afford. People who sell them these days overprice them like crazy.

[@frankmontez6853]

I see one a 12 Limited with 117 k miles for $7800 clean title in Texas though . I really like it

[@mitchellarmstrong3759]

@@frankmontez6853 That's actually a pretty good deal.

[@delninson6]

What is the dash camera brand?

[@corythegreat2815]

Auto vox

It's still a low-mileage car so I wouldn't expect a lot of issues. It's when you get up to 125-150k miles, things will start to wear out.

[@GeraldGalbreath]

I got the exact same car with a hundred and ninety five thousand miles on it and it runs like a dream.. Same issue with the transmission. It's a rough a little rough when is cold but when it warms up it's beautiful... Super quiet super smooth and it's fast..

[@paystyles5429]

BMW will have u crying missing the Avalon reliability

[@paystyles5429]

BMW will have u crying missing the Avalon reliability

[@Zaidi_227]

Lucky you... 80k miles is so less for a Toyota

[@issavibez394]

Bmw wont last as long tho

[@Zaidi_227]

Maybe you can consider a transmission oil change? Don't flush it just change it. Do some research on it and then do it, maybe you just need an updated software for the transmission

[@corythegreat2815]

I’ve been wanting to do that I’ve just heard so many horror stories of people changing their trans fluid and it caused the trans to start slipping

[@tigerskone2945]

Just don't do a flush.

[@murfy9511]

is this engine temps normal ?

[@corythegreat2815]

Yes

[@benjaminmeza5372]

He said "the car has never given me any troubles" but the transmission fails to kick down to a lower gear on the freeway. Sounds like he should change the fluid and the transmission filter.

[@jamesanderson4014]

Get that fluid out of transmission use dealer fluid and filter. Trans fluid is probably trash. Check sensors and other electronics or cable that might kick down performance but ditch old fluid first then test drive.

[@BrucifyMe]

6:53 damn I've owned mine for close to two years now and never knew about Auto Screen Change, even tho I swore I was pretty thoroughly familiar with everything about the car.