The 2013 Toyota Avalon brings back abase XLE model, at $31,785, which is only offered with the V-6 engine and includes power heated front leather seats, 17-inch alloy wheels, two-door hands-free keyless access, and side mirror turn signals. Costing the same as the 2012 Avalon, the $33,990XLE Premiumadds a moonroof and backup camera, while the hybrid version is $2360 more at $36,350.

Next up for the Avalon V-6 is the $36,295XLE Touring, which is $935 cheaper than the 2012 Limited model. The XLE Touring throws in 18-inch alloy wheels (not available on the hybrid), a display screen with Entune and navigation, a blind spot monitoring system, and paddle shifters. The hybrid version commands $1750 more for a total of $38,045.

One more rung up on the ladder is the top-trim $40,445LimitedV-6, which comes with heated and cooled perforated leather seats, rear seat heaters, rear sunshade, a seven-inch high-resolution touch-screen navigation system, HID headlights, and LED daytime running lights - the Avalon Limited Hybrid costs $42,195. If that's not enough, both 2013 Toyota Avalon Limited models offer a $1750 Technology package that includes radar-guided cruise control, automatic high beams, and a pre-collision system. A completely loaded 2013 Toyota Avalon Limited Hybrid with the Technology package, then, carries a $43,945 base price.

The Avalon uses a 268-hp 3.5-liter V-6 mated to a six-speed automatic transmission, while the Avalon Hybrid is powered by a 2.5-liter 156-hp I-4 with a 141-hp electric motor and CVT. Redesigned for the 2013 model year, the sedan has gone in a more stylish and sporty direction. Read the 2013Toyota AvalonLimited First Test to learn more.

All prices include a $795 destination charge.

Source: Toyota