The Avalon is a solid choice for those looking for a full-sized sedan priced at or around $32,000 MSRP. While this price may be a bit higher than that of similar cars in the Avalon’s class, you will get your money’s worth and then some. In the case of the Avalon, you get a spacious, fuel efficient sedan that is quick and responsive, one that provides a smooth, quiet, and comfortable ride.

The Avalon comes in two different model grades, the base model Avalon and the Avalon Limited. Fortunately, there are excellent features available in both. The standard Avalon has leather trimmed seats, reclining rear seating, a rear-view camera, and a power moon roof. These aren’t the typical features that you would find available on many of your base model vehicles. However, these are some of the reasons why you want to test out a new or used Toyota Avalon before settling on another car because the payment will cost $10 or $15 less per month. If you are willing to spring for an Avalon Limited, you can expect to pay around $35,000 for one that is new. However, the additional features that you will get may well justify the upgrade. The Limited’s come with a spectacular 660 watt JBL synthesis sound system that has IPod compatibility, a USB port, and with Bluetooth connectivity. Also, Avalon Limited comes with smart-key technology and front seats that are ventilated and heated.

The engine of the Avalon is a 3.5 Liter dual overhead cam V-6, and it comes with a six-speed automatic transmission. The engine can produce up to 268 horsepower, and it gets a respectable 20 mpg in the city and 29 mpg on the highway. The Avalon is listed as an ultra low emissions vehicle and all 09 Avalons come with vehicle stability control as well as traction control.

Visit the Toyota experts at Jim Lynch Spirit Toyota in St. Louis to determine if an Avalon lives up to the standard of being one of the nicest of the reasonably priced full sized sedans on the market.

The Venza is a multifaceted vehicle that is listed as a sedan, even though it resembles some of the crossover vehicles that are on the market. In any case, it is one of the newest and most interesting cars that Toyota is currently offering. This is a sleek vehicle with beautiful lines will certainly draw attention. With a manufacturer suggested retail price of $26,250, the cost is reasonable for many consumers.

The Venza is available with front or all-wheel drive. This automobile offers seating for up to four passengers. The transmission is a 6-speed automatic, providing good gas mileage at 21 miles per gallon city and 29 on the highway. The engine comes as a 2.7 liter dual overhead cam 16-valve four-cylinder or the beefed up 3.5 liter dual overhead cam 24-valve V6. The larger engine produces an additional 84 horsepower for you to use in any way that you see fit. Toyota has integrated an abundance of beneficial standard features on the Venza, features like; fog lamps, power heated exterior mirrors, chrome tip exhaust (dual-exhaust on the V6s), tinted back windows, a stylish rear spoiler, as well as XM radio.

There is no shortage of interesting options available on this vehicle. From the voice activated touch screen navigation system to the rear-seat DVD entertainment system with 9-inch display and wireless headphones and remote, it seems that the engineers at Toyota have thought of just about everything. There are several options packages that you will want to look into. The security package has a back-up camera and an anti-theft system. The convenience package has a smart-key system, push-button ignition, power rear door, and chrome door handles. The leather package includes leather seating surfaces, satin mahogany wood-grain interior trim, and a leather wrapped steering wheel/shift knob.

There are so many possibilities available when selecting a Venza of your own. You will need to get yourself to the nearest Toyota dealer to sift through all of the possibilities. If you live in or near St. Louis, MO, make it Spirit Toyota to experience the Venza.