The fifth generation Toyota Avalon was introduced in 2018, being based on the Toyota New Global Architecthre platform and coming with a host of new features.
Design wise, the new Avalon wears an even larger grille, slimmer headlights, more sharp creases on its sides and a more modern rear end. The car is also lower and wider than before. The interior is more spacious, comes with a redesigned dashboard, new seats, more soft-touch materials, and more amenities. Apart from a new infotainment system, the Avalon will also feature Toyota’s first integration of smartwatch or Amazon Alexa-enabled device connectivity, as part of Toyota Remote Connect. This innovative connection allows drivers to lock/unlock their doors, start their engine, or check their fuel level, all from the convenience of their smartwatch or Amazon Alexa-enabled device. It’s voice controllable too, and compatible with select Android or Apple devices. Toyota is among the first automakers to feature Amazon-enabled device connectivity capable of executing home-to-car and car-to-home interactions.