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Autos & Classifieds B4 August 23 - 29, 2007 The Epoch Times By JO ANN HOLT Special to The Epoch Times The2008ToyotaAvalonLTDisalarger,room- ier, and more powerful sedan than Toyota’s next- in-line, bestselling Camry. The Avalon’s 3.5-liter V-6 provides 268 horsepower and 248 pounds-feet of torque, with a 5-speed automatic transmission that includes a manual-shift provision. The Avalon is 8 inches longer than the Camry, with a wheelbase that is 1.7 inches longer, and 17 inch wheels. The model I drove was a visually ap- pealing Desert Sand color with ivory touches. All Avalon LTD models feature an attractive grille with chrome-accented horizontal bars and fog lamps. Standard equipment includes dual-zone cli- mate control, a power driver’s seat, and a cassette/ CD stereo (replaced on the test model by a voice- activated DVD Navigation system). The Limited has heated seats with ventilation, rain-sensing wipers and keyless start. The ample windshield helps visibility, and the large, well-lit gauges are easy to read. Special features included a power moon roof with sliding sunshade, rain-sensing windshield wipers, dual rear exhaust and out- side memory mirrors. With all these elegant touches, the Avalon LTD has the look of a more expensive car. The test model had a suggested retail price of $34,000 with optional equipment including vehicle stability control and traction control with brake assist that brought the total to $38,094. The four-door sedan seats five people com- fortably, and rear seats have reclining seatbacks. There is plenty of legroom between front and rear seats, making it tougher on back seat drivers to give directions. The Avalon also has a smart key system, perforated leather-trimmed seats with power driver’s memory seat, driver and front pas- senger heated and ventilated seats, rear reclining seats, a tilt steering wheel, and cruise control. Safety features include side-impact airbags, side curtain airbags, and even a drive ...
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