For those seeking a comfortable, understated, and reliable ride, the 2011 Toyota Avalon may be exactly what you are looking for. The Avalon was first introduced in 1995 and last updated five years ago. The 4^th generation Avalon debuted at the Chicago Auto Show in February and has been on sale since April. It is available right now at your Champaign Toyota dealer, O’Brien Toyota. Boasting many upgraded changes, the 4^th generation Avalon was worth the wait.

In many ways, the 2011 Avalon can be compared to the Lexus ES 350. These two models are similar in many ways, but the base price of the Avalon is $3,200 less expensive than the ES. The Avalon’s additional five inches of legroom guarantees Champaign Toyota shoppers more car for a lower price. Starting at $33,205 the 2011 Avalon offers a luxurious feel without the price tag or flashiness of the similar Lexus ES.

Flashy it is not, but this large car is most definitely a presence on the road. Offering more space than the Toyota Camry, the Avalon measures 197.6 inches in length and has a width of 72.8 inches. This car is large, but not to the point of intimidating. In fact, the 2011 Avalon is focused on the comfort of its driver, passengers, and others on the road.

Many of Avalon’s new changes were made with the idea of comfort in mind. For example, the Limited model includes a ventilation system that blows heated or cooled air through the pores of the front seats’ upholstery. Speaking of seats, they are “thickly padded leather” and come standard in the base model. As a bonus, the rear seats recline. Adding to the car’s comfort is ample foot room and ultra plush carpets. Not only does this car feel relaxing, but also there is minimal road and engine noise inside the Avalon making it a virtually silent ride. If nothing else, Champaign Toyota drivers will not be sore after riding in the 2011 Avalon.

The mechanical elements have stayed the same as the 2010 model, but the new Avalon sports changes in other areas. Among them are a matte wood finish interior (as opposed to the old model’s shiny wood), voice-activated navigation system, rear-view camera, a wider grille, and additional chrome trim. To see the other changes, hurry over to your local Champaign Toyota dealer, O’Brien Toyota, and look at their large selection of 2011 Avalons.