Fuel economy & running costsHybrid

2014 ToyotaAvalon Hybrid

Midsize Cars · Front-Wheel Drive · 2.5 L 4-cyl

40MPGcombined

40city

39highway

A year of fuel$1,700

CO₂ from the tailpipe223 g/mi

Figures from the EPA label (fueleconomy.gov), the same as on the car's window sticker.

See it on fueleconomy.gov

Against the 2,645 toyota cars

Combined MPG 40 MPGbest 74 · avg 24

Annual fuel cost $1,700best $550 · avg $3,100

Bars are scaled to the best in the list; the mark shows the list average. Lower is better for fuel cost; higher is better for the rest. All figures are the EPA's.

Summary

The 2014 Toyota Avalon Hybrid is a front-wheel-drive midsize car with a 2.5 L 4-cylinder engine, hybrid powertrain and automatic AV-S6 transmission. It uses gasoline and is listed at 40 MPG combined, with 40 MPG city and 39 MPG highway. Its EPA annual fuel cost is $1,700, and tailpipe CO2 emissions are 223 grams per mile. The Avalon Hybrid is part of the Avalon family. For buyers assessing fuel use, its city and combined ratings are both 40 MPG, while its highway figure is 39 MPG. The listed drivetrain, engine, transmission and EPA class clarify the configuration of this particular hybrid sedan.

Who it is for

It suits shoppers looking for a gasoline hybrid midsize car with front-wheel drive. Its 40 MPG combined rating and $1,700 annual fuel cost may help buyers assess running costs.

What is good

40 MPG combined
40 MPG city
Annual fuel cost is $1,700
Hybrid powertrain

What to know first

Gasoline fuel
Front-wheel drive

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2014 Toyota Avalon Hybrid: the full review

The Avalon Hybrid pairs a 2.5 L four-cylinder engine with a hybrid system and front-wheel drive. Its 40 MPG combined rating and $1,700 EPA annual fuel cost are central considerations.

Overview

The 2014 Toyota Avalon Hybrid is a gasoline-electric hybrid car in the midsize car class. It pairs a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine with a hybrid system and an automatic AV-S6 transmission. Drive is through the front wheels.

Its EPA fuel economy is 40 MPG combined, with 40 MPG in city driving and 39 MPG on the highway. The close city and highway figures result in a combined rating of 40 MPG. The EPA lists annual fuel cost at $1,700 and tailpipe emissions at 223 grams of CO2 per mile.

Those figures offer a practical starting point for comparing fuel use among cars: the Avalon Hybrid runs on gasoline, while its hybrid powertrain is reflected in the official MPG ratings. Actual costs depend on fuel prices and driving, so the EPA annual cost is best treated as a reference figure rather than a personal budget.

Key features

Powertrain: 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine with hybrid system.
Transmission: Automatic (AV-S6).
Drive: Front-wheel drive.
Fuel: Gasoline.
EPA class: Midsize Cars.

The available specifications identify the fuel type, hybrid configuration, engine size, transmission, and driven wheels. They do not establish equipment, cabin space, performance, or charging capability, so those details are not part of this review.

Pricing

No purchase price or trim-level pricing is provided. The listed operating-cost reference is the EPA annual fuel cost of $1,700. That figure is separate from the cost of buying or maintaining the car and is not a quote for an individual driver.

Platforms

The Avalon Hybrid is a gasoline hybrid, not a battery-electric vehicle. The listed fuel economy is measured in miles per gallon, and no electric-only range or charging information is specified.

Who it's for

The 2014 Avalon Hybrid is relevant to shoppers considering a midsize car who want an official fuel-economy figure for a gasoline hybrid. Its 40 MPG combined rating, together with the city and highway figures, gives buyers a compact basis for comparing fuel consumption. Drivers estimating ongoing costs can use the $1,700 annual EPA fuel-cost figure as a common reference, while allowing for their own mileage and local fuel prices.

It may also be worth considering for fleets and other businesses evaluating gasoline use and tailpipe CO2 across vehicle choices. The available figures support those comparisons, but do not provide a full cost-of-ownership picture.

Pros and cons

Pros

EPA-rated at 40 MPG combined, with separate city and highway ratings.
EPA annual fuel cost and tailpipe CO2 figures are available for budgeting and emissions comparisons.
Front-wheel drive and an automatic transmission are clearly specified.

Cons

The listed specifications do not include a purchase price or maintenance costs.
No electric-only range or charging details are provided; this is a gasoline hybrid.
The EPA annual fuel-cost estimate cannot account for an individual driver's fuel prices or usage.

Alternatives

For shoppers comparing other Toyota models, see the Toyota cars list. Electric alternatives in the supplied listings include the 2027 Toyota bZ (energy capacity 191 Ah), 2027 Toyota bZ (energy capacity 200 Ah), and 2027 Toyota bZ AWD. Other listed options are the 2027 Toyota bZ AWD LIMITED, 2027 Toyota bZ LIMITED, 2027 Toyota bZ Woodland AWD 235/60R18, 2027 Toyota bZ Woodland AWD 235/65R18, and 2027 Toyota C-HR AWD 18inch. The supplied facts do not include comparable fuel economy or cost figures for these alternatives.

Verdict

The 2014 Toyota Avalon Hybrid has a clearly defined gasoline-hybrid configuration and an EPA rating of 40 MPG combined. Its $1,700 annual fuel-cost estimate and 223 g/mi tailpipe CO2 figure add useful reference points for buyers and fleet decision-makers. The available facts are enough to compare fuel consumption, but not to judge purchase value, ownership costs beyond fuel, or equipment.