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Hyundai Azera vs Toyota Avalon

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

Vehicles

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2017 Hyundai Azera

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2022 Toyota Avalon

Overview

SpecHyundai AzeraBaseToyota AvalonXLE
Selected trimBaseXLE
Body styleSedanSedan
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission6-speed shiftable automatic8-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20172022

Pricing & market

SpecHyundai AzeraBaseToyota AvalonXLE
MSRP$34,100 (best)$36,825
For sale now00

Fuel economy & range

SpecHyundai AzeraBaseToyota AvalonXLE
Combined MPG23 MPG26 MPG (best)
City MPG20 MPG22 MPG (best)
Highway MPG28 MPG32 MPG (best)
Fuel tank18.5 gal (best)14.5 gal

Performance

SpecHyundai AzeraBaseToyota AvalonXLE
Horsepower293 hp301 hp (best)
Torque255 lb-ft267 lb-ft (best)
Engine size3.3 L3.5 L (best)
CylindersV6V6

Size & capability

SpecHyundai AzeraBaseToyota AvalonXLE
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume16.3 cu ft (best)16.1 cu ft
Payload1,144 lbs (best)—
Curb weight3,684 lbs3,570 lbs (best)
Ground clearance—5.3 in (best)
Wheelbase112 in113 in (best)
Length193.7 in195.9 in (best)
Width73.2 in (best)72.8 in
Height57.9 in (best)56.5 in

Safety & recalls

SpecHyundai AzeraBaseToyota 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)1None reported (best)

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.

TrimHyundai AzeraToyota Avalon
1

Base

$34,100 MSRP(Currently comparing)

XLE

$36,825 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Limited

$39,300 MSRP

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

Hyundai Azera vs Toyota Avalon FAQ

Which is better: 2017 Hyundai Azera or 2022 Toyota Avalon?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2017 Hyundai Azera 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: 2017 Hyundai Azera or 2022 Toyota Avalon?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2017 Hyundai Azera starts lower at $34,100.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2017 Hyundai Azera or 2022 Toyota Avalon?
The 2017 Hyundai Azera leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (34,100).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2017 Hyundai Azera or 2022 Toyota Avalon?
The 2022 Toyota Avalon leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (44).
Which has better horsepower: 2017 Hyundai Azera or 2022 Toyota Avalon?
The 2022 Toyota Avalon leads on horsepower in this comparison (301).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2017 Hyundai Azera vs 2022 Toyota Avalon?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Toyota Avalon (5/5 NHTSA overall).