Looks pretty sweet

 

Thats whats up. Interior looks stunning. The back of the car reminds me of my 97 Maxima. Red on top, clear lights on bottom. Symbol, and a big MAXIMA in the middle. Damn, Iwonder what the next Camry interior and ES330's are gonna look like. I like this Avalon a lot.

 

Isn't this the Avalon that supposed to come out in Feb 2005 as a 2005 Model? The interior dash resembles the current Camry Dash except for all of the Aluminum trim. The exterior looks like it has been stretched to make the car longer but the lights look pretty similiar to the M45 and the current Avalon. I think it looks much better compared to the current Avalon but compared to the Toyota Japan sedans like the Mark X and the Crown/Majesta this car is still a bit of a disappointment styling wise.

 

i love the interior.. wonder how it would look in black

 

Looks nice, and the interior looks awesome.

Everything a Buick should be.

 

OMG, I love this car even more. It really makes the ES330 pointless. After reading through this, I am really REALLY impressed. Toyota definately has a winner in my book. And the MPG is really impressive also fora 3.5L 280hp engine. 22/30mpg.

I got this from TundraSolutions.com. You have to register to look at these specs. It has many colored drawings on that page. So check it out. Its located in the "other Toyota" page.


I. 2005 Toyota Avalon

A. Initially introduced in 1995
1. based on wider, longer, variant of Camry platform
2. shared 192 Hp 3.0L V6 with Camry

B. Major Model change in 2000
1. full body change
2. platform still common to Camry
3. powertrain upgrade to 210 Hp 3.0L V6 shared with ES300 (not Camry)

C. New Flagship for 2005
1. all-new 280 Hp 3.5L V6
2. Wheelbase = 111” (2820 mm)
+ 3.9” (100 mm) longer than previous Avalon
3. OAL = 197.2” (5010) + 5.3” (135 mm)
4. Interior volume = 106.9 cu.ft. vs. 105.6 cu.ft. (+1.3)
5. Legroom RR = 40.9”, + .8” ( 20mm)
6. Track FT = + 1.4” (35 mm) wider than previous Avalon
7. Track RR = 1.5” (40 mm) wider
8. OAW = + 1.2” (30 mm)
9. Front shoulder room = 1” wider
10. Headroom same as previous

D. Uniquely American Car

1. assembled exclusively at Toyota Motor Manufacturing Kentucky, Georgetown KY
a. engines built at TMMK
b. body stamped from rolled steel and welding thru painting
c. plastic interior and exterior parts molded on-site.

2. North American Content > 75% per CAFÉ method
E. Grade Structure
1. XL – easy step-up from other Toyota model, or entry to Toyota brand
2. Touring – new sporty model w/ more style
3. XLS – core model
4. Limited – new flagship ultra luxury model



II. All-New high-output 3.5L V6 engine

A. 2GR-FE DOHC 4-valve V6
1. first application of this all-new engine in any Toyota
2. 280 Hp @ 6,200 rpm
3. 260 ft/lbs @ 4,700 rpm
4. aluminum block & heads
a. short-stroke, high-rev design
b. bore X stroke = 3. 70" X 3.27" (94 X 83 mm)
c. short-stroke variant of 1GR-FE 4.0L V6 from 4Runner, Tacoma, Tundra
ref: 1GR-FE = 3. 70" X 3.74" (94 X 95 mm)
5. New 4-valve engine specifically developed for this high-performance sedan
a. very low reciprocating-mass design
1) lower overall powerplant mass
2) improved operating efficiency
3) controls noise, vibration, and harshness
b. newest all-solid state Electronically-Controlled Throttle System w/ intelligence (ETCS-i)

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B. New low-friction cylinder head

1. Dual VVT-i
a. variable valve timing w/ intelligence on both intake and exhaust cams, relative to crank angle
b. ECM can independently control timing and overlap to optimize power, emissions, and efficiency
2. roller-follower rocker arms
a. very low friction compared to direct ‘bucket’ lifters
1) major reduction in high-rpm friction caused by oil shear between cam lobe and lifter
b. permits unique ‘concave’ cam profile
1) faster valve opening & longer duration than conventional cam grind for bucket lifters
2) increases volumetric efficiency for more output
3) hydraulic lash adjustment reduces maintenance

C. Performance enhancements
1. new cooling fan control
a. all solid-state fan speed control
b. best match of fan performance to fan noise
1) conventional 2-stage fan control is based on minimum req’d fan speed for each temperature threshold
2) linear fan speed control results in fan speeds that are always lower at any temp other than threshold
2. dual rear mufflers ensure engine performance without increased engine noise
3. intake manifold
a. dual-stage manifold length tuning improves torque and power
1) Toyota-1st electric actuator reduces complexity and mass over previous solenoid & vacuum actuator
2) new laser-welded fiber-reinforced plastic molding
b. two-stage air cleaner chamber
1) reduces air intake noise at low- to-mid-throttle openings
4. Overall efficiency:
a. City: 22 mpg
b. Hiway: 30 mpg
c. Combined: TBD
d. ULEVII emissions certification


D. Push-Button Start
1. start-stop functions
a. With foot on brake pedal, press button once to start
b. once in park, press briefly to shut off
c. press & hold for 3 second for emergency engine kill
1) any gear position other than P or N: steering will not lock

2. LED indicator
a. normally off
b. glows green when brake pedal on in park or neutral (ready to start)
c. glows amber in accessory mode if engine off
d. light extinguishes when engine running
e. blinks green when steering is locked
f. blinks amber when malfunction in Smart Key system

E. Cranking Hold function
1. once start switch is engaged, ECM controls starter until engine starts
a. no need to hold in start position
b. same as 2003> Toyota & Lexus V8 models
c. included with Smart Key System on Limited model

F. New oil filter design
1. reusable oil filter case integrated into oil pan
2. replaceable oil filter element
a. reduces mass of steel in oil-waste recycling
3. service tool = drain pipe:
a. Technician can connect a hose to drain filter before removal
b. Keeps engine bay clean of waste oil
c. improves recyclability of filter element


G. Engine Mounting
1. powertrain supported at four points
a. left: transaxle
b. right: above crank pulley
c. rear: torque rod
d. front: Active Control Engine Mount

H. Active Control Mount
1. one fluid-filled chamber & one air chamber
a. air chamber can be vented to vacuum or atmosphere
1) venting timed to match engine idle speeds
2) actively cancels low-rpm motion of engine
3) between 900 – 950 rpm


I. Alternator
1. New high-efficiency, low-noise winding design
a. segment conductor windings
1) all connections welded, not soldered, reduces lead
b. 6-phases
1) increases power output and reduces electromagnetic interference
c. 1200 W / 100 amps
2. Acoustically-decoupled alternator pulley
a. high-tension clock spring backs a one-way clutch
b. slips to absorb ‘spikes’ in alternator torque drag
c. allows tension to be reduced on multi-rib belt
1) low-drag, low-noise
2) longer bearing life for water pump, PS pump, AC compressor, etc.

III. U151E 5-Speed Automatic Transmission
A. Super Electronically Controlled Transmission
1. low-friction, lightweight,
2. compact gear train

GEAR
RATIO

I
4.235
II
2.360
III
1.517
IV
1.047
V
0.756
R
3.378
F
3.080

B. Advanced shift logic
1. automatically adjusts shifting to account for
a. engine conditions
b. driving habits
c. component wear
2. improved uphill & downhill control
3. gated shifter
a. with sport-shift mode
4. flexible logic for torque converter lock-up
a. variable control of torque converter
1) Ranges from torque multiplication (some slip)
2) To fully locked (no slip)
b. increased low- and mid-range torque
c. improved low speed control & engine braking
d. higher fuel economy

IV. Suspension
A. Front
1. std power-assist rack & pinion steering w/ tilt + telescoping column
2. struts w/ L-shaped lower control arms
3. mounted on sub-frame

B. Rear
1. struts w/ multi-link control arms
C. Special ‘Touring’ suspension
1. stiffer spring rates
2. stronger damping force shock absorbers
D. Wheels & Tires
1. 215/60R16 on 16 X 6½” alloys standard on XL
2. 215/55R17 on 17 X 7” alloys on Touring, XLS, & Limited
a. three different wheel designs
b. full-size spare on steel

V. Brake System
A. 4-wheel disc brakes
1. Front = 11.7” vented rotors
2. Rear = 10.87” solid rotor
a. internal drum parking brake
b. pedal-operated

B. ABS w/ EBD
1. standard

C. VSC+TRAC
1. available all models & grades
2. includes BA

VI. Body
A. Flat floor in rear passenger space
B. Dual side-impact beams in rear doors
1. improves protection for large rear door opening

C. High-strength steel in key exterior areas
1. improves safety performance while saving weight

D. 3-stage door check-rods
1. increased door opening angles
2. versatility of narrower openings

E. Internal trunk release handle
1. prevents accidental entrapment in trunk
2. glow-in-the-dark material

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VII. Exterior
A. Concealed dual ‘fluidics’ washer nozzles
1. increase coverage pattern of washer nozzles
2. use less fluid

B. Sound-dampening windshield
1. Limited only
2. low-durometer membrane layer absorbs more road noise

C. Wipers
1. vehicle-speed sensing intermittent, standard
2. new low-profile wiper blades
a. reduced wind noise
b. profile reduced 45% for improved visibility
c. improved high-speed performance
d. cold weather function improved

D. Rain-sensing wipers

1. std on Limited
2. LEDs and optical sensors detect light diffraction through windshield glass to determine presence of moisture
3. new adaptive system for Avalon
a. varies time & duration dep. On amount of moisture & speed
b. similar to 2001 LS 430
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VIII. Interior

A. Upscale feeling
1. unified panels & forms
2. subtle materials & finishes
3. advanced styling
4. discontinued: bench seat & column shift

B. Information Displays
1. new instrument panel
a. Optitron display
b. auto-dimming white illumination
c. vacuum-fluorescent cruise & odo display
1) adds oil-change reminder @ 4,500 / 5,000 miles

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C. Center Panel
1. three choices of audio system
a. hidden panel conceals audio
1) special feature on models w/ sunroof:
panel is illuminated by white overhead LEDs

b. 9-speaker system by F-Ten
1) single-CD model
2) six-disc model

c. cassette deck
1) standard except w/ NAV
2) concealed behind panel below center stack

d. 12-speaker Surround System by Panasonic
1) System & Amplifier by Harman / JBL
a) Power output of 8 channels = 360 watts
b) Produces 7.1 surround from 2 channel source
c) Source Dependent EQ
d) Digital Signal Processing (DSP) with 18-20 Bit Conversion & Processing

2) 12 Speakers
a) All metal cone geometries (Except the sub-woofer)
b) Neodymium magnet/motor structures (tweeters, 80mm, sub-woofer)
c) Added surround channels

2. fully-automatic dual-zone climate control

a. as standard equipment

b. all-new high-efficiency evaporator, heater core, & case assembly
1) anti-microbial evaporator coating
2) clean air dust & pollen filter

c. variable capacity compressor
1) high efficiency operation
2) smooth idle, improved throttle response

d. buttons are translucent, back-lit

e. new 7-speed manual fan control
1) permits driver to select optimum balance of air-flow to noise

3. steering wheel audio & HVAC controls

4. center dash info panel
a. displays all audio functions
b. climate control system settings
c. trip computer
d. negative-LCD

IX. Safety Systems

A. Improved Fit
1. spacious interior
a. increases margins for safety

2. extended seat slide range

3. tilt & telescope steering column
a. improves positioning of driver

B. Supplemental Restraint Systems
1. standard dual-stage advanced front airbags
a. with driver-side position sensor and
b. passenger-side occupant classification

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2. standard two-row side curtain airbags
a. head protection and reduced ejection

3. new larger side airbags standard
a. thorax, abdomen, & pelvis protection

4. standard front seatbelt pretensioners with force-limiters

5. standard driver’s knee airbag = US first for Toyota
a. reduces knee injuries

X. Body Electrical
A. Seats
1. front power seats
a. standard power passenger seat on XLS, Limited
b. memory w/ 2-positions (std Limited)
c. heated seat (std on Limited, w/ VSC pkg on XLS)
d. internal ventilation system (Limited)
1) separate fans for seat bottom & backrest
2) ventilation channels in foam
3) perforated leather
4) blows air from inlet ducts under each seat

e. adjustable lower cushion length

1) on Limited

2) power operated

3) improves seat support & comfort

4) fits drivers across a long range of leg lengths





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2. rear seats

a. manual reclining backrest

b. increases headroom when reclined

c. 5 positions, 10° range





B. Smart Key system

1. std on Limited

2. hands-free operation for

a. unlocking for entry and trunk access,

b. locking on exit,

c. keyless starting when inside

3. new ultra-slim key fob design

a. supplier = Denso

4. Sensors at each door, interior, and dash panel detect presence of key fob w/in 3’ (1 M)

a. interrogates for digital signature matching stored values

b. pre-lights interior dome light & exterior ‘puddle’ lamps when registered key approaches vehicle

c. unlocks a door only when that door handle is touched

5. Starting

a. remote must be within vehicle interior:

1) depress brake pedal;

2) touch & release start/stop button

6. Shut-down -

a. Normal:

1) depress brake pedal;

2) trans in park or neutral;

3) touch & release start/stop button.

b. Emergency:

1) hold start/stop button for 3 sec. while driving:
engine will stop, but steering will not lock.

7. memory call function

a. door lock remote can be linked with 2-position seat memory

b. when door is unlocked by the Smart Key System (or wireless door lock remote),

c. memory call function sets positions for driver’s seat seat, steering position and outer mirrors





8. Remote Engine Starter

a. optional all models; port or dealer installable

1) supplier = Fujitsu-Ten

b. permits remote starting of vehicle using key-fob or Smart Key remote

1) works from 80 to 120’ from car

c. pre-heat or pre-cool interior for driver comfort

d. operation

1) to pre-start the car:

a) press lock button on remote,

b) press lock again w/in 2 sec.,

c) hold lock for 3 sec.

d) Engine will start, hazard will flash for 20 sec., HVAC will resume with last settings

e. to prevent unauthorized or unintended driving away, engine will shut off when:

1) unlock or open any door or engine hood

2) key inserted into Ignition lock cylinder

3) unlock command rec’d from remote,
or lock button held for 3 sec.

4) brake pedal depressed

5) shift lever moved out of park

f. other signals to shut off engine:

1) alarm system is triggered

2) 10 minutes elapse since starting

3) engine temp exceeds preset value

g. when ready to enter vehicle & drive, engine must be restarted









C. Side mirrors

1. (on Limited)

2. electrochromic auto dimming

a. switched w/ inside rearview mirror

3. turn signal indicators

4. courtesy ‘puddle’ lamps

5. XLS has driver-side EC mirror w/out indicators and lamps





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D. High-Intensity Discharge headlights

1. (std on Touring and Limited, n/a on XL, XLS)

2. w/ auto leveling control

E. Rear sunshade

1. std. on Limited

2. power operated

3. auto-down Reverse-linked

4. assembly detail

a. chmsl integrated into parcel shelf = 1st time





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F. Navigation System

1. Controls concealed by panel in front of shifter

a. Controlled via joystick

2. advanced Gen 4 system

a. new advanced operating system & graphics system

b. fast route guidance

c. >5 Million points of interest stored on DVD

1) businesses searchable by phone #: fastest way

d. includes voice recognition and voice guidance

1) responds to >200 specific voice commands

a) “I’m Hungry” causes restaurant pois to appear on map

b) “P.O.I. off” clears screen of all pois

2) initiated by pressing microphone switch on wheel





3. 7” high-resolution color LCD

4. fully linked with audio-visual network (AVC-LAN)

a. displays all audio & AC settings when changed

1) keeps map visible below

b. and trip computer functions








G. Dynamic Laser Cruise Control

1. (optional on Limited)

2. adaptive cruise control system

3. ultrasonic laser distance ranger

a. scans 4° vertical X 16° horizontal pattern

b. ignores stationary objects

4. all controls mounted on right of steering wheel

a. driver can set speed

b. and select preferred interval to car in front:
speed adjusted interval rather than following distance

1) approx 1.5 sec. interval

2) 2.5 sec

3) 3.5 sec

5. Avalon matches pre-set cruise speed, unless vehicle in front enters into selected range

a. 1st: closes electronic throttle partially

b. 2nd: also applies brakes & brake lights

c. when road clears, automatically accelerates to resume pre-set speed





6. instrument panel display

a. indicates which interval is selected

b. shows when vehicle in front enters into selected range

c. indicates interval to vehicle in front

 

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Yeah sorry about that.It contains all of the little details about the car which is pretty cool. Stuff that the average person could care less about. Basically I just copy and pasted it. Thats how it turned out here. I will go back and edit it, to make it shorter. Sorry about that.

 

That interior is stunning.

 

Its beautiful! I drove a '04 Avalon a few months ago and it was great...real smooth ride. The only thing I disliked was it being front wheel drive really.

 

Edit *** Post deleted, see pics below

 

OOps ! Just found out it's a repost Delete or merge please. I really like the interior BTW, looks even better than the ES330 IMO. I still prefer the Toyota Crown though.

 

Looks somewhat better, IMO, than the present Avalon....but still not as good as the original Avalon that was introduced in 1994-95.
I notice it has that now ubiquitous zig-zag shifter gate. Too many manufacturers today are using that....they are, IMO, a pain in the butt to operate, just like Jaguar's J-gate. The auto companies should dump these zig-zag designs and go back to a simple straight-forward and straight-back push-pull design like they had for so many years. Sometimes "progress" isn't really progress ....as Chris Bangle's cars so painfully point out.

 

Looks larger than the LS430. Is that real wood?

 

Looks like about the same wood they're using in the light-shade wood option on the new ES330.