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If the Toyota Avalon isn’t on your car shopping radar for full-size cars, it should be. The affordable luxury sedan is one of Toyota’s models to win an award from J.D. Power, as well as a Consumer Reports recommendation. This time around, the 2022 Avalon and Avalon Hybrid top Kelley Blue Book’s (KBB’s) list of the best full-size cars. KBB’s list includes the Toyota Avalon, Volkswagen Arteon, and Kia Stinger. 

  • Toyota Avalon
  • Toyota Avalon Hybrid
  • Kia Stinger
  • Chrysler 300
  • Volkswagen Arteon

What should I pay for a 2022 Toyota Avalon?

The full-size 2022 Toyota Avalon has a starting price of $37,920, making it a benchmark in affordable luxury compared to European rivals. Toyota packed its flagship full-size with standard features like Apple CarPlay, blind spot monitoring, and wireless phone charging. Also, the Avalon’s combined 26 mpg is admirable considering its size. 

The Toyota Avalon leaves little to be desired among the best full-size cars.
A Toyota Avalon | Toyota

Is there a 2022 Toyota Avalon Hybrid?

While the 2022 Avalon offers affordable luxury, it isn’t up to compact car efficiency standards. However, the Toyota Avalon Hybrid marries the full-size sedan with hybrid economy figures. According to TrueCar, the Avalon Hybrid XLE manages 43 mpg in the city and 44 mpg at highway speeds. Also, with a starting price of $38,945, it’s only $1,025 more than the standard XLE. 

Is the Kia Stinger one of the best full-size cars?

Unlike the Toyota Avalon, the Kia Stinger focuses on performance over affordable luxury. The entry-level GT-Line packs a 2.5L turbocharged inline-four cylinder engine that produces 300 horsepower. However, if that’s not enough power for you, the GT2 produces 368 horsepower and 376 lb-ft of torque from its 3.3L turbocharged V6. Still, with a starting price of $52,935, the GT2 will cost you more than a 485-horsepower Dodge Charger R/T Scat Pack

The Kia Stinger is a contender for the best full-size car according to KBB.
2022 Stinger | Kia

Is a Chrysler 300 considered a luxury car?

The Chrysler 300 is a full-size luxury car with a spacious interior and optional all-wheel drive (AWD). However, the relatively thirsty naturally aspirated 3.6L Pentastar V6 engine keeps the 300 well outside Avalon Hybrid economy figures. A V6-equipped Chrysler 300 has a fuel efficiency rating of 19 mpg city and 30 mpg highway. Still, if you want a big, comfortable American sedan without upper-tier Cadillac prices, the 300 is a solid option if a bit tired.

Is the 2022 Volkswagen Arteon a match for the 2022 Toyota Avalon?

The 2022 Volkswagen Arteon offers handsome styling both inside and out, as well as optional AWD. However, with a solitary engine option of a 2.0L turbocharged inline four-cylinder, the Arteon fails to offer the variety of the Avalon. Still, the 2022 Volkswagen Arteon provides some affordable luxury with its starting price of $42,045. 

Which car should you buy?

The 2022 Toyota Avalon Hybrid offers commendable fuel economy and affordable luxury. If you want a car that earned its spot at the top of KBB’s list of best full-size vehicles, you’ll be hard-pressed to find a better option. However, consider a Kia Stinger if you want a car with a fair balance of comfort, convenience, and performance. Scroll down to the following article to read more about full-size cars!

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