Model year guide

2018 Toyota Avalon

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2018 Toyota Avalon is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 8 on record.

2018 Toyota Avalon — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2018 Toyota Avalon at a glance

Safety recalls2
Owner complaints24
Combined24 mpg
Typical price$25,303

Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.

2018 Toyota Avalon recalls 2

Air Bags: Air Bag/restraint Control Module NHTSA Campaign #20V024000 · 17/01/2020

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2011-2019 Corolla, 2011-2013 Matrix, 2012-2018 Avalon, and 2013-2018 Avalon Hybrid vehicles. During certain crashes, the air bag electronic control unit (ECU) may malfunction, possibly disabling the deployment of the air bags and/or seat belt pretensioners.

Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the ECU and install a noise filter between the air bag control module and its wire harness, as necessary, free of charge. Owners were notified of the safety risk beginning March 2, 2020. A second letter notifying owners of the remedy repair will…

Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump NHTSA Campaign #20V012000 · 13/01/2020

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) recalled certain 2018-2019 4Runner, Highlander, Camry, Land Cruiser, Sequoia, Sienna, Tacoma and Tundra, and Lexus RC 300, RC 350, GS 350, GX 460, IS 300, LC 500, LS 500, LX 570, RX 350L, and 2019 Toyota Avalon and Corolla, and certain Lexus NX 300, and ES 350 vehicles on January 13, 2020. On March 4, 2020, Toyota expanded the recall to include certain 2014-2015 To…

Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began May 4, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 20TB02 and 20TA02 for Toyota vehicles an…

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2018 Toyota Avalon common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 24 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Forward Collision Avoidance
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Seat Belts
Check that every belt latches, retracts and locks under a sharp tug, and that none are frayed.
Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.

2018 Toyota Avalon MPG & running costs

Combined24 mpg
City21 mpg
Highway30 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,550

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2018 Toyota Avalon worth?

Low
$18,985
Typical price
$25,303
High
$32,568

From 6 comparable 2018 Toyota Avalon listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2018 Toyota Avalon costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$12,750
Depreciation (5 yrs)$6,650
Total$19,400
Per mile$0.26

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($25,303) with the same model 5 model-years older ($18,636), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2018 Toyota Avalon trims & engines on record

Trims
XLE/XLE Plus/XLE Premium/Touring/Ltd. · Hybrid - XLE Plus/XLE Premium//Ltd.
Engines
3.5L 6-cyl 268 hp · 2.5L 4-cyl 156 hp

2018 Toyota Avalon vehicles on record

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Other Toyota Avalon model years

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2018 Toyota Avalon — frequently asked questions

Does the 2018 Toyota Avalon have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2018 Toyota Avalon. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2018 Toyota Avalon?

Based on 24 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are air bags, fuel/propulsion system, steering.

What gas mileage does the 2018 Toyota Avalon get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2018 Toyota Avalon at about 24 mpg combined (21 city / 30 highway).

How much is a 2018 Toyota Avalon worth?

Comparable 2018 Toyota Avalon listings run roughly $18,985–$32,568, typically around $25,303 (from 6 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.