Toyota Avalon 0–60 Times
The Toyota Avalon 0–60 times and quarter-mile times below are from 26 verified production tests sourced from reputable automotive resources such as Car and Driver, Motor Trend and MotorWeek and more. A further 1 modified or prototype run is listed by year but kept out of every record and average, per our methodology.
The fastest tested production Toyota Avalon is the 2020 Toyota Avalon TRD, which went from 0 to 60 mph in 6.00 seconds, reaching the ¼ mile in 14.60 seconds at 100.0 mph, according to Car and Driver.
The slowest tested production Toyota Avalon is the 2004 Toyota Avalon XLS, which took 8.70 seconds to reach 60 mph, running the ¼ mile in 16.20 seconds at 87.0 mph, according to Motor Trend.
Across the 26 verified production tests of the Toyota Avalon, the average 0–60 mph time is 6.94 seconds. The average quarter-mile time is 15.26 seconds at 93.88 mph.
Separately, 1 modified or prototype run is on record for the Toyota Avalon, led by the 2013 Toyota Avalon TRD Edition at 6.50 seconds. These are not stock configurations and are excluded from the figures above.
Fastest 0–60 6.00sec 2020 TRD · stock
Average 0–60 6.94sec Across 26 production runs
Fastest Modified 6.50sec 2013 TRD Edition · modified
Avg ¼ Mile 15.26sec @ 93.9 mph trap
Slowest 0–60 8.70sec 2004 XLS
Across 26 verified production runs, the Toyota Avalon ranges from 6.00 to 8.70 seconds 0–60, with a 6.94-second average. 1 modified or prototype run is recorded separately and excluded from this range.
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Toyota Avalon Performance Overview
Toyota’s full-size front-drive sedan ran from 1995 to 2021, and across 27 independently verified tests it shows a steady move from relaxed V6 pace to quicker six-second territory while later adding hybrid options. The XX10 Avalon opened with the 192-hp 1MZ-FE V6, with the 1995 XL reaching 60 mph in 7.5 seconds. The XX20 generation kept the 1MZ-FE but rose to 210 hp, yet tested slower overall, including an 8.7-second 0-60 run for the 2004 XLS, the slow end of the model’s recorded range.
A clear step came with the XX30 generation in 2005-2012, when the 2GR-FE V6 raised output to 268-280 hp and dropped the benchmark sharply; the 2005 Touring hit 6.0 seconds to 60 mph, establishing the model’s quickest recorded launch. XX40 cars from 2013-2018 broadened the lineup from gasoline V6s to hybrid 2AR-FXE versions, and the 2013 Limited paired a 6.1-second 0-60 time with the Avalon’s quickest quarter-mile, 14.5 seconds at 98 mph.
The final XX50 era, sold through 2021, expanded engine choices further, from the 205-hp A25A-FXS hybrid to the 301-hp 2GR-FKS V6. In current-page data, the best late car is the 2020 TRD’s 6.0-second 0-60 run, placing the Avalon’s final years at the top of its recorded performance range.
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Toyota Avalon 0–60 Times by Generation: XX10 to XX50
5 generations| Generation | Years | Avg 0–60 | Fastest 0–60 | Production Tests | Notes |
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| XX50 | 2019–2022 | 6.62s | 6.00s — 2020 TRD | 6 | The XX50 generation (2019–2022) averaged 6.62 seconds to 60 mph across 6 production tests, led by the 2020 TRD at 6.00 seconds. Output ranged from 205 to 301 hp across 2.5L I-4, 2.5L I-4 + Elec 1.6-kWh, 3.5L V6 configurations. |
| XX40 | 2013–2018 | 7.04s | 6.10s — 2013 Limited | 9 | The XX40 generation (2013–2018) averaged 7.04 seconds to 60 mph across 9 production tests, led by the 2013 Limited at 6.10 seconds. Output ranged from 200 to 268 hp across 2.5L I-4 + Elec, 2.5L I-4 + Elec 1.6-kWh, 2.5L I-4 + Elec 105 kW , 3.5L Supercharger V6, 3.5L V6 configurations. A further 1 result from 1 modified vehicle is recorded but excluded from the average. |
| XX30 | 2005–2012 | 6.41s | 6.00s — 2005 Touring | 7 | The XX30 generation (2005–2012) averaged 6.41 seconds to 60 mph across 7 production tests, led by the 2005 Touring at 6.00 seconds. Output ranged from 268 to 280 hp across 3.5L V6 configurations. |
| XX20 | 2000–2004 | 8.60s | 8.50s — 2000 XLS | 2 | The XX20 generation (2000–2004) averaged 8.60 seconds to 60 mph across 2 production tests, led by the 2000 XLS at 8.50 seconds. Output was 210 hp across 3.0L V6 configurations. |
| XX10 | 1995–1999 | 7.65s | 7.50s — 1995 XL | 2 | The XX10 generation (1995–1999) averaged 7.65 seconds to 60 mph across 2 production tests, led by the 1995 XL at 7.50 seconds. Output was 192 hp across 3.0L V6 configurations. |
XX50 2019–2022
Avg 0–60 6.62s
Fastest 6.00s
Tests 6
2020 TRD
The XX50 generation (2019–2022) averaged 6.62 seconds to 60 mph across 6 production tests, led by the 2020 TRD at 6.00 seconds. Output ranged from 205 to 301 hp across 2.5L I-4, 2.5L I-4 + Elec 1.6-kWh, 3.5L V6 configurations.
XX40 2013–2018
Avg 0–60 7.04s
Fastest 6.10s
Tests 9
2013 Limited
The XX40 generation (2013–2018) averaged 7.04 seconds to 60 mph across 9 production tests, led by the 2013 Limited at 6.10 seconds. Output ranged from 200 to 268 hp across 2.5L I-4 + Elec, 2.5L I-4 + Elec 1.6-kWh, 2.5L I-4 + Elec 105 kW , 3.5L Supercharger V6, 3.5L V6 configurations. A further 1 result from 1 modified vehicle is recorded but excluded from the average.
XX30 2005–2012
Avg 0–60 6.41s
Fastest 6.00s
Tests 7
2005 Touring
The XX30 generation (2005–2012) averaged 6.41 seconds to 60 mph across 7 production tests, led by the 2005 Touring at 6.00 seconds. Output ranged from 268 to 280 hp across 3.5L V6 configurations.
XX20 2000–2004
Avg 0–60 8.60s
Fastest 8.50s
Tests 2
2000 XLS
The XX20 generation (2000–2004) averaged 8.60 seconds to 60 mph across 2 production tests, led by the 2000 XLS at 8.50 seconds. Output was 210 hp across 3.0L V6 configurations.
XX10 1995–1999
Avg 0–60 7.65s
Fastest 7.50s
Tests 2
1995 XL
The XX10 generation (1995–1999) averaged 7.65 seconds to 60 mph across 2 production tests, led by the 1995 XL at 7.50 seconds. Output was 192 hp across 3.0L V6 configurations.
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Toyota Avalon 0–60 Times by Year and Trim
26 production tests + 1 modified · 12 years ▾
2021 Toyota Avalon
1 production run Avg 0–60 7.70 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 15.90 sec
Production Tests 1
#20
2021 Toyota Avalon Limited
7.70sec 0–60
15.90s ¼ mi @ 89.0 mph
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- 0–60 mph
- 7.70 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 15.90 sec
- Trap Speed
- 89.0 mph
- Engine
- 2.5L I-4
- Drivetrain
- AWD
- Transmission
- 8A
- Horsepower
- 205 hp
- Torque
- 185 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 3,649 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 17.8 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 25 C / 34 H / 26 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Sedan
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Car and Driver
- Overall Rank
- #20 of 26 production runs
How we verify Toyota Avalon performance data
Records and averages on this page cover verified production runs only; modified and prototype results are listed by year but never folded into them. We include only independently published road-test results from automotive publications. Manufacturer-claimed 0–60 times are excluded unless clearly labeled. When multiple publications test the same Toyota Avalon trim, each run is listed separately — weather, tires, surface, rollout, and instrumentation all affect results.
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Toyota Avalon 0–60 and quarter-mile distribution
0–60 vs ¼ mile · lower-left is fasterEach dot is a verified production test run
0–60 → ¼ mile →
Fastest Recorded run Slowest
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Toyota Avalon performance FAQs
10 questions The 2021 Toyota Avalon Limited reaches 60 mph in 7.7 seconds. Its recorded quarter-mile time is 15.9 seconds at 89 mph. That test car used a 205-hp 2.5-liter A25A-FKS engine, all-wheel drive, and had a curb weight of 3,649 pounds.
The quickest Toyota Avalon on record is the 2020 Avalon TRD, with a 0-60 time of 6.0 seconds. That makes it the fastest Avalon tested across all 27 runs. The model-wide average stands at 6.93 seconds to 60 mph.
The fastest stock Toyota Avalon is also the 2020 Avalon TRD, which recorded 0-60 in 6.0 seconds. All 27 Avalon tests on record are production vehicles, so there is no separate modified result beating that number.
The fifth-generation Toyota Avalon, code XX50, averages 6.62 seconds from 0-60 mph across 6 tests. Its quickest run is 6.0 seconds, set by the 2020 TRD. This generation spans model years 2019 through 2022 and includes both gasoline and hybrid versions.
The fourth-generation Toyota Avalon, code XX40, averages 6.99 seconds to 60 mph across 10 tests. The fastest XX40 example is the 2013 Limited at 6.1 seconds. This generation covers 2013 to 2018 and includes gasoline and hybrid powertrains.
The third-generation Toyota Avalon, code XX30, is one of the quickest Avalon generations on record, averaging 6.41 seconds from 0-60 mph across 7 tests. Its best result is 6.0 seconds from the 2005 Touring. This generation ran from 2005 through 2012.
The fastest Toyota Avalon generation by average 0-60 time is the XX30 generation from 2005 to 2012. It averages 6.41 seconds across 7 tests. The XX50 generation is close behind at 6.62 seconds, while the XX40 averages 6.99 seconds.
Yes. On record, the Avalon TRD is quicker than the Avalon Limited. The fastest TRD run is 6.0 seconds to 60 mph, while the best Limited run is 6.1 seconds. Across all Limited tests, the trim averages 6.55 seconds, compared with 6.0 for the TRD.
Yes. Across recorded tests, the Avalon Touring is slightly quicker on average than the Avalon Limited. Touring models average 6.15 seconds to 60 mph, while Limited models average 6.55 seconds. Their best runs are 6.0 seconds for Touring and 6.1 seconds for Limited.
Across all 27 Toyota Avalon tests, the average quarter-mile time is 15.25 seconds at 93.9 mph. The quickest quarter-mile on record is 14.5 seconds at 98 mph, set by the 2013 Avalon Limited. For the 2021 Avalon Limited, the recorded quarter-mile is 15.9 seconds at 89 mph.
Sources
Car and Driver
Motor Trend
MotorWeek
0–60 and quarter-mile times vary with driver, weather, tire temperature, and wear. We collect every verified run we can find — so you see the range of what a Toyota Avalon can do, not a single marketing claim.
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