Does the 2021 Toyota Avalon need premium gas?
No. Regular.
$0extra a year
- Regular listed for the XLE FWD.
- All 11 trims list regular.
- Premium by choice: $277 more a year.
- 60% of 75 sedans (2021) list premium.
12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20. Premium $0.60 more.
| Trim | Engine | Grade | Mpg | Regular, a year | Premium, a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XLE AWD | 2.5L | Regular | 28 | $1,371 | $1,629 |
| XLE FWD | 3.5L 6cyl | Regular | 26 | $1,477 | $1,754 |
| Hybrid XLE FWD | 2.5L 4cyl | Regular | 44 | $873 | $1,036 |
| XSE Nightshade Edition FWD | 3.5L 6cyl | Regular | 25 | $1,536 | $1,824 |
| XSE Nightshade FWD | 3.5L | Regular | 25 | $1,536 | $1,824 |
| Hybrid XSE FWD | 2.5L 4cyl | Regular | 43 | $893 | $1,060 |
| Limited AWD | 2.5L | Regular | 28 | $1,371 | $1,629 |
| Limited FWD | 3.5L 6cyl | Regular | 25 | $1,536 | $1,824 |
| Touring FWD | 3.5L 6cyl | Regular | 25 | $1,536 | $1,824 |
| TRD FWD | 3.5L 6cyl | Regular | 25 | $1,536 | $1,824 |
| Hybrid Limited FWD | 2.5L 4cyl | Regular | 43 | $893 | $1,060 |
Rivals
| Car | Cheapest trim | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 Toyota Avalon | XLE FWD | Regular |
| 2021 Genesis G70 | 2.0T RWD | Premium |
| 2021 INFINITI Q50 | PURE RWD | Premium |
| 2021 Cadillac CT5 | Luxury RWD | Premium |
| 2021 Volkswagen Arteon | SE FWD | Premium |
| 2021 Nissan Maxima | SV FWD | Premium |
What this cannot tell you
Check the fuel door or manual before you fill.
Gas prices and the premium gap change by state.
- 2 or more sources
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- Model-level, rule or estimate
- Sources disagree