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BMW 320i xDrive vs Toyota Avalon

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2018 BMW 320i xDrive

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2022 Toyota Avalon

Overview

SpecBMW 320i xDrive320i xDriveToyota AvalonXLE
Selected trim320i xDriveXLE
Body styleSedanSedan
Drivetrainall wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (recommended)regular unleaded
Transmission8-speed shiftable automatic8-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20182022

Pricing & market

SpecBMW 320i xDrive320i xDriveToyota AvalonXLE
MSRP$36,900$36,825 (best)
Lowest listing price$15,117 (best)
Median listing price$25,943 (best)
Highest listing price$36,969 (best)
For sale now010 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecBMW 320i xDrive320i xDriveToyota AvalonXLE
Combined MPG27 MPG (best)26 MPG
City MPG23 MPG (best)22 MPG
Highway MPG34 MPG (best)32 MPG
Fuel tank15.8 gal (best)14.5 gal

Performance

SpecBMW 320i xDrive320i xDriveToyota AvalonXLE
Horsepower180 hp301 hp (best)
Torque200 lb-ft267 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2 L3.5 L (best)
CylindersI4V6

Size & capability

SpecBMW 320i xDrive320i xDriveToyota AvalonXLE
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume13 cu ft16.1 cu ft (best)
Curb weight3,510 lbs (best)3,570 lbs
Ground clearance5.7 in (best)5.3 in
Wheelbase110.6 in113 in (best)
Length182.8 in195.9 in (best)
Width71.3 in72.8 in (best)
Height56.5 in56.5 in

Safety & recalls

SpecBMW 320i xDrive320i xDriveToyota AvalonXLE
NHTSA overall5 / 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 pole5 / 5 ★ (best)
Rollover4 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone 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.

TrimBMW 320i xDriveToyota 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

Live inventory

BMW 320i xDrive vs Toyota Avalon FAQ

Which is better: 2018 BMW 320i xDrive or 2022 Toyota Avalon?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2018 BMW 320i xDrive vs 2022 Toyota Avalon on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2018 BMW 320i xDrive or 2022 Toyota Avalon?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2022 Toyota Avalon starts lower at $36,825. Live Toyota Avalon listings start at $15,117.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2018 BMW 320i xDrive or 2022 Toyota Avalon?
The 2022 Toyota Avalon leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (36,825).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2018 BMW 320i xDrive or 2022 Toyota Avalon?
The 2022 Toyota Avalon leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (44).
Which has better horsepower: 2018 BMW 320i xDrive or 2022 Toyota Avalon?
The 2022 Toyota Avalon leads on horsepower in this comparison (301).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2018 BMW 320i xDrive vs 2022 Toyota Avalon?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Toyota Avalon (5/5 NHTSA overall).