The new 2022 Toyota Avalon: It drives with authority and looks like a million

When you come in for a test drive of the new Toyota Avalon, not far from Burlington, VT in St. Albans, be prepared for an enjoyable relaxing ride. The 2022 Avalon continues to exude a classic, confident presence that makes it one of America's premier sedans. The seating is so comfortable and the cabin so roomy, longer rides become pleasure travel. The V6 engine can hustle when needed and the hybrid gets up to 43 mpg/highway.

Performance

Choose from either a 3.5-liter V6 with 301 horsepower or a Toyota hybrid that's exceptionally fuel-efficient. The V6 can do a zero-to-60 time of 6.0 seconds according to Car & Driver. The hybrid uses a 2.5-liter four-cylinder gas engine and two electric motors, yielding a net of 215 horsepower. Both options pull you forward with front-wheel drive. The V6 has an eight-speed automatic and the hybrid uses a continuously variable transmission.

Design

The Toyota Avalon for 2022 exhibits a sleek, understated exterior design that conveys the person inside must be in charge. The interior reflects the Avalon's Lexus family connection with premium materials like synthetic leather and wood. The dashboard has a higher-end quality with angular features that flow into the door panels. The infotainment screen is tied smoothly into the center console and the cabin is peacefully quiet.

Interior

The center stack has an appealing waterfall design and interior plastics are attractively grained. You'll find the rear seat provides an abundance of room even when your taller passengers decide to stretch out. The trunk has plenty of space with 16 cubic feet. The folding rear seats can be configured with a 60/40 split for more storage capacity when you're packing bigger cargo on road trips away from Colchester or South Burlington, VT.

From behind the wheel, Burlington drivers will enjoy the extra size of the brightly lit 9-inch touchscreen. The screen responds promptly and it lists your menu choices in neat, readable order. Actual physical controls for the primary audio and climate settings make the inside systems much more human and user-friendly. Note how the XLE trim includes heated front seats, an automatically-dimming rear view mirror and a telescoping steering wheel.

Infotainment

Even the base-level 2022 Toyota Avalon XLE model at Handy Toyota starts off with a generous eight-speaker sound system. Both Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ are standard and so is a system called Scout GPS Link navigation. If you want to make those longer road trips really special, our Burlington customers can upgrade to the awesome 14-speaker JBL sound system. Your music will sound bolder than ever.

The 2022 Toyota Avalon comes standard with Bluetooth and five USB ports. There's also a dual-zone automatic climate control system, push-button start and keyless entry. To let in more natural light, blue sky and sunshine overhead, you can opt for the available moonroof. Other available features for our customers from Essex Junction, VT include wireless device charging and the luxurious glow of ambient lighting inside.

Safety

The 2022 Toyota Avalon has garnered a five-star rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. That's the highest rating the organization confers. Some of the standard safety features include the extra peace of mind you get with a rear view camera and a system to keep an eye on your blind spot for you. When you're backing out of a space in a crowded parking lot, you'll really like the rear cross-traffic alert.

Burlington buyers: Experience the new 2022 Toyota Avalon soon

Browse through our complete selection of 2022 Toyota Avalon sedans, identify the one you're especially intrigued by and contact us to schedule a test drive. We're ready to welcome you into the comfortable world of the new 2022 Toyota Avalon at Handy Toyota near Burlington in St. Albans, VT