BMW 320i xDrive vs Toyota Avalon
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2022 Toyota Avalon
Overview
| Spec | BMW 320i xDrive320i xDrive | Toyota AvalonXLE |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 320i xDrive | XLE |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2018 | 2022 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW 320i xDrive320i xDrive | Toyota AvalonXLE |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $36,900 | $36,825 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW 320i xDrive320i xDrive | Toyota AvalonXLE |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 27 MPG (best) | 26 MPG |
| City MPG | 23 MPG (best) | 22 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 34 MPG (best) | 32 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 15.8 gal (best) | 14.5 gal |
Performance
| Spec | BMW 320i xDrive320i xDrive | Toyota AvalonXLE |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 180 hp | 301 hp (best) |
| Torque | 200 lb-ft | 267 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2 L | 3.5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW 320i xDrive320i xDrive | Toyota AvalonXLE |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 13 cu ft | 16.1 cu ft (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,510 lbs (best) | 3,570 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 5.7 in (best) | 5.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 110.6 in | 113 in (best) |
| Length | 182.8 in | 195.9 in (best) |
| Width | 71.3 in | 72.8 in (best) |
| Height | 56.5 in | 56.5 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW 320i xDrive320i xDrive | Toyota AvalonXLE |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (passenger) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side pole | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Rollover | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | BMW 320i xDrive | Toyota Avalon |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 320i xDrive $36,900 MSRP(Currently comparing) | XLE $36,825 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | — | XLE $37,850 MSRP |
| 3 | — | XSE Nightshade $41,200 MSRP |
| 4 | — | Limited $43,125 MSRP |
| 5 | — | Touring $43,525 MSRP |
| 6 | — | Limited $44,150 MSRP |