Negotiating leverage
59
strong leverage / 100
~42 days of national supply and listings typically ~9% above fair price — strong leverage to negotiate.
Ridekick price intelligence
2016 Toyota Avalon Price: Fair Market Value & MSRP
A mileage-adjusted read of comparable active listings—not a quote for a specific VIN, trim, condition, or location.
Fair market price
$15,605
Inside the middle half of current listings.
Price intelligence
A map of today's market
Fair price is in the typical market range
$8,900$26,900
- Typical market range
- $13,995–$19,950
- Ridekick fair price
- $15,605
- Original MSRP range
- $32,650–$41,950
Middle 50% of active listings
Mileage-adjusted estimate
5 sourced trims when new
Buyer context
Market pulse
Signals to help you frame a conversation—not a promise about a particular vehicle or dealer.
National supply
42
days of supply
Balanced market
Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2016 Toyota Avalon.
Estimated dealer cost (invoice)
$30,038–$31,344
Estimated dealer invoice — about $32,650 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% manufacturer margin.
An estimate, not a sourced figure. Actual dealer invoice varies with manufacturer incentives, holdback, and regional pricing.
Fair price by trim
| Trim | Fair price | MSRP | Est. dealer cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| XLE Premium | $14,462 | $38,100 | $35,052–$36,576 |
| XLE Plus | $14,470 | $34,400 | $31,648–$33,024 |
| XLE | $14,710 | $32,650 | $30,038–$31,344 |
| XLE Touring | $14,938 | $37,050 | $34,086–$35,568 |
| Limited | $16,734 | $41,950 | $38,594–$40,272 |
Trim comparison
How each trim is priced
Estimated dealer cost Original MSRP Fair price
Trim
$12,263$28,206$44,149
Fair priceXLE Premium
$14,462
XLE Premium: fair price $14,462, original MSRP $38,100, estimated dealer cost $35,052 to $36,576.
XLE Plus
$14,470
XLE Plus: fair price $14,470, original MSRP $34,400, estimated dealer cost $31,648 to $33,024.
XLE
$14,710
XLE: fair price $14,710, original MSRP $32,650, estimated dealer cost $30,038 to $31,344.
XLE Touring
$14,938
XLE Touring: fair price $14,938, original MSRP $37,050, estimated dealer cost $34,086 to $35,568.
Limited
$16,734
Limited: fair price $16,734, original MSRP $41,950, estimated dealer cost $38,594 to $40,272.
All marks use the same price scale. Dealer cost is an estimate; original MSRP and fair price are shown for context, not as a guarantee of a particular vehicle’s price.
Out-the-door price by state
Out-the-door for a 2016 Toyota Avalon runs about $15,870 in MT to $17,617 in NJ — fair price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical dealer doc fee.
| State | Sales/use tax | Doc + title + reg | Out-the-door |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA | $1,128 | $110+ | $16,797 |
| TX | $972 | $332 | $16,863 |
| FL | $934 | $1,074+ | $17,567 |
| NY | $622 | $371 | $16,552 |
| PA | $934 | $587 | $17,080 |
| IL | $972 | $683 | $17,214 |
| OH | $895 | $444 | $16,898 |
| GA | $1,089 | $637 | $17,285 |
| NC | $467 | $793 | $16,819 |
| WA | $1,011 | $215+ | $16,785 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $16,084 |
Estimates using each state's base tax rate. Local (city/county) taxes can add 1–3% in many areas, dealer doc fees vary, and some states base registration on vehicle value or weight (shown with a "+"). Trade-in tax credits are not included.
Out-the-door price by state: California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, Georgia, North Carolina, Washington, Oregon
Fuel economy
21
MPG city
30
MPG highway
24
MPG combined
EPA-estimated fuel economy for a representative 2016 Toyota Avalon configuration (Regular).
Safety & recalls
3 open NHTSA recalls on record for the 2016 Toyota Avalon.
AIR BAGS:KNEE BOLSTER
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2016 Avalon, and 2017 Camry vehicles manufactured August 3, 2016, to September 12, 2016. The front passenger knee air bag module may have been attached to the lower instrument panel with incorrect fasteners.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fasteners, and if necessary, replace the instrument panel brace and body bracket and reattach the air bag assembly, free of charge. The recall began on February 8, 2017. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is G05.
Campaign 16V906000 · 16/12/2016
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2016 Avalon and Camry vehicles manufactured November 30, 2015 to March 4, 2016. The occupant classification system (OCS) that activates or deactivates the front passenger seat air bag system may have been improperly calibrated. As a result, the front passenger air bag and the front passenger knee air bag may not deploy as intended in certain crash scenarios. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will recalibrate the OCS, free of charge. The recall began by May 13, 2016. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's number for this recall is G0J.
Campaign 16V215000 · 14/04/2016
AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2011-2019 Corolla, 2011-2013 Matrix, 2012-2018 Avalon, and 2013-2018 Avalon Hybrid vehicles. During certain crashes, the air bag electronic control unit (ECU) may malfunction, possibly disabling the deployment of the air bags and/or seat belt pretensioners.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the ECU and install a noise filter between the air bag control module and its wire harness, as necessary, free of charge. Owners were notified of the safety risk beginning March 2, 2020. A second letter notifying owners of the remedy repair will be mailed between March 16, 2020 and June 27, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 20TB03, 20TA03 and 20TA05.
Campaign 20V024000 · 17/01/2020
Source: NHTSA. Contact your dealer to schedule a free recall repair.
Questions buyers ask
What is a fair price for a 2016 Toyota Avalon?
A fair, mileage-adjusted price is about $15,605, within a typical market range of $13,995 to $19,950.
Is the 2016 Toyota Avalon cheaper than MSRP?
Yes — its original MSRP was about $32,650, so a fair used price is roughly $17,045 below MSRP.
What is the out-the-door price of a 2016 Toyota Avalon?
Out-the-door (price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical doc fee) runs about $15,870 in MT to $17,617 in NJ, depending on your state. Local taxes can add more.
Is now a good time to buy a 2016 Toyota Avalon?
There are about 42 days of national market supply for the 2016 Toyota Avalon — Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2016 Toyota Avalon.
How much can you negotiate on a 2016 Toyota Avalon?
Negotiating leverage rates 59/100 (strong). ~42 days of national supply and listings typically ~9% above fair price — strong leverage to negotiate.
What does the dealer pay for a 2016 Toyota Avalon?
The estimated dealer cost (invoice) is roughly $30,038–$31,344 — its $32,650 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% margin. An estimate; actual invoice varies.
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Prices are computed from live market listings, adjusted for mileage, and aggregated by trim · updated 8/4/2026. Estimates only; your price depends on condition, options, and location.