XSE Nightshade Hybrid FWD
What the XSE Nightshade Hybrid adds over the XLE
| Spec | XLE | XSE Nightshade Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Front brake diameter | 295.9 mm | 304.8 mm |
| Rear brake diameter | 279.4 mm | 281.9 mm |
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3570 lbs | 3685 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3570 lbs | 3685 lbs |
| Cylinder count | 6 | 4 |
| Engine displacement | 3456 cc | 2487 cc |
| Horsepower | 301 hp | 176 hp |
| Torque | 267 lb-ft | 163 lb-ft |
| Engine type (full description) | 3.5-liter six-cylinder DOHC 24-valve D-4S Dual Injection with VVT-iW and VVT-I | 2.5-Liter Dynamic Force 4-Cylinder DOHC 16-Valve D-4S Dual Injection with VVT-iE, VVT-i |
| Valve configuration | DOHC 24-Valve | DOHC 16-Valve |
| Fuel tank capacity | 14.4 gal | 13.2 gal |
| Second-row legroom | 40.3 in | 40.4 in |
| MPG (city) | 22 mpg | 43 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 26 mpg | 43 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 32 mpg | 43 mpg |
| Steering type | Electric Power Steering (EPS) rack-and-pinion | Electric power-assisted rack-and-pinion |
| Rear suspension type | Multi-link with stabilizer bar and springs | Multi-link with sport-tuned shock absorbers, stabilizer bar and springs |
| Tire size | P215/55R17 | P235/40R19 |
| Total interior volume | 104.3 cu-ft | 102.2 cu-ft |
| Transmission type | automatic | Electronically controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (ECVT) with sequential shift mode |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 37.7 ft | 38.7 ft |
| Wheel diameter | 17 in | 19 in |
Standard here, not on the base trim: 19-in. black-painted machined-finish alloy wheels with P235/40R19 tires, Aluminum pedal covers, Anti-lock Brake System (ABS), Auto-dimming rear-view mirror, maplights and HomeLink® Universal Transceiver, Color-keyed heated power outside mirrors with gloss black mirror caps, turn signal and blind spot warnings indicators, Frameless auto-dimming rear-view mirror with HomeLink® Universal Transceiver, Front gloss black grille with sport mesh insert and active grille shutter, Genuine aluminum interior trim, Genuine wood interior trim, LED reflector headlamps with smoked chrome bezel and on/off feature; LED DRL with auto on/off feature, Premium Audio, Dynamic Navigation with 3-year trial — 9-in touchscreen, 14 [JBL®] speakers [including subwoofer and amplifier], USB media port, 4 USB charge ports, hands-free phone capability and music streaming via Bluetooth® wireless technology, Android Auto™ & Apple CarPlay® & Amazon Alexa compatible, SiriusXM® with 3-month All Access trial, SofTex®-trimmed seats with perforation + Ultrasuede® heated front seats, 8-way adjustable driver's seat with 2-way power lumbar; 8-way adjustable passenger seats, Tilt & telescopic premium leather-trimmed steering wheel, multi-information display, paddle shifters, audio Bluetooth® hands-free and voice-command controls, Tilt & telescopic premium leather-trimmed steering wheel, multi-information display, paddle shifters, audio Bluetooth® hands-free and voice-command controls
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake diameter | 304.8 mm |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc |
| Rear brake diameter | 281.9 mm |
| Rear brake type | solid disc |
| Parking brake type | Automatic Electric Parking Brake |
Cargo
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 16.1 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | 102.2 cu-ft |
Connected Services
| Connected services brand | Safety Connect |
| Connected services trial (premium tier) | 36 months |
| Connected services trial (standard tier) | 12 months |
Dimensions Exterior
| Ground clearance | 5.3 in |
| Overall height | 56.5 in |
| Overall length | 195.9 in |
| Overall width | 72.8 in |
| Wheelbase | 113 in |
Engine Basics
| Aspiration | naturally aspirated |
| Cylinder count | 4 |
| Engine displacement | 2487 cc |
| Fuel injection system | D-4S Dual Injection |
| Engine type (full description) | 2.5-Liter Dynamic Force 4-Cylinder DOHC 16-Valve D-4S Dual Injection with VVT-iE, VVT-i |
| Valve configuration | DOHC 16-Valve |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 176 hp |
| Torque | 163 lb-ft |
Fuel Economy
| MPG (city) | 43 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 43 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 43 mpg |
Fuel System
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 |
| Fuel tank capacity | 13.2 gal |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 38.5 in |
| Second-row headroom | 37.9 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 42.1 in |
| Second-row legroom | 40.4 in |
Seating
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 |
Shoulder Room
| Front shoulder room | 58.3 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | 57.1 in |
Steering
| Steering type | Electric power-assisted rack-and-pinion |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 38.7 ft |
Suspension
| Front suspension type | Independent MacPherson strut with stabilizer bar |
| Rear suspension type | Multi-link with sport-tuned shock absorbers, stabilizer bar and springs |
Tires
| Tire size | P235/40R19 |
Transmission
| Transmission type | Electronically controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (ECVT) with sequential shift mode |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3685 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3685 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 19 in |
| Wheel material | forged alloy |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety25 std · 0 opt
- Driver and front passenger seat-mounted side airbags
- Front and rear side curtain airbags
- Integrated backup camera with dynamic gridlines
- Ten airbags— includes driver and front passenger Advanced Airbag System, driver and front passenger seat-mounted side airbags, driver and front passenger knee airbags, rear seat-mounted side airbags, and front and rear side curtain airbags
- Rear seat-mounted side airbags
- 3-point seatbelts for all seating positions; driver-side Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) and Automatic/Emergency Locking Retractor (ALR/ELR) on all passenger seatbelts
- Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
- Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert
- Child-protector rear door locks and power window lockout control
- Collision sensors: deactivate high-voltage battery
- Driver and front passenger Whiplash-Injury-Lessening (WIL) seats
- Driver and front passenger knee airbags
- Electric Parking Brake (EPB) with Brake Hold function
- Energy-absorbing collapsible steering column
- Enhanced Vehicle Stability Control (VSC)
- Front and rear energy-absorbing crumple zones
- Hill-Start Assist Control (HAC)
- LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) includes lower anchors on outboard rear seats
- Side-impact door beams
- Star Safety System — includes Enhanced Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), Traction Control (TRAC), 4-wheel Anti-lock Brake System (ABS), Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), Brake Assist (BA) and Smart Stop Technology (SST)
- Toyota Safety Sense 2.5+ (TSS-2.5+) - Pre-Collision System with Radar Cruise Control Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection, Dynamic Radar Cruise Control, Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist, Automatic High Beams, Road Sign Assist, and Lane Tracing Assist
- Traction Control (TRAC)
- Vehicle Approach Noise
- Anti-theft system with alarm and Immobilizer
- Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) with direct pressure readout
Infotainment8 std · 0 opt
- Wi-Fi Connect with up to 2 GB within 3-month trial
- 7-in. TFT Multi-Information Display with customizable settings, odometer outside temperature, fuel economy and trip information, current/average fuel economy, distance to empty, average speed, hybrid system information, energy monitor, TPMS, scheduled maintenance, compass and warning messages
- Audio Plus — 9-in touchscreen, 8 speakers [including subwoofer and amplifier], USB media port, 4 USB charge ports, hands-free phone capability and music streaming via Bluetooth® wireless technology, Android Auto™ & Apple CarPlay® & Amazon Alexa compatible, SiriusXM® with 3-month All Access trial
- Four USB 2.0 charge ports (Two USB-C; Two USB-A)
- Premium Audio, Dynamic Navigation with 3-year trial — 9-in touchscreen, 14 [JBL®] speakers [including subwoofer and amplifier], USB media port, 4 USB charge ports, hands-free phone capability and music streaming via Bluetooth® wireless technology, Android Auto™ & Apple CarPlay® & Amazon Alexa compatible, SiriusXM® with 3-month All Access trial
- Qi-compatible wireless charging system
- Safety Connect — includes Emergency Assistance, Stolen Vehicle Locator, Roadside Assistance and Automatic Collision Notification
- Tilt & telescopic premium leather-trimmed steering wheel, multi-information display, paddle shifters, audio Bluetooth® hands-free and voice-command controls
Convenience5 std · 0 opt
- Smart Key System on front doors and trunk with Push Button Start, remote keyless entry system and remote illuminated entry
- One 12V auxiliary power outlet
- Power door locks with shift-linked automatic locking feature with anti-lockout feature
- Power windows with 4-window auto up/down, jam protection and retained-power features
- ToyotaCare featuring a no cost maintenance plan with roadside assistance
Climate1 std · 0 opt
- Dual zone automatic climate control with air filter, electric compressor, and rear-seat vents
Seating5 std · 0 opt
- 60/40 split folding rear seats with 2 adjustable and 1 fixed headrest, armrest with cup holders
- 8-way adjustable driver's seat
- Heated front seats
- 8-way adjustable passenger seats
- SofTex®-trimmed seats with perforation + Ultrasuede® heated front seats, 8-way adjustable driver's seat with 2-way power lumbar; 8-way adjustable passenger seats
Interior11 std · 0 opt
- Auto-dimming rear-view mirror, maplights and HomeLink® Universal Transceiver
- Aluminum pedal covers
- Covered center console, armrest and storage
- Frameless auto-dimming rear-view mirror with HomeLink® Universal Transceiver
- Genuine aluminum interior trim
- Genuine wood interior trim
- Overhead console with maplights, and safety connect button
- Tilt & telescopic leather-trimmed steering wheel with multi-information display, audio Bluetooth® hands-free and voice-command controls
- Tilt & telescopic premium leather-trimmed steering wheel, multi-information display, paddle shifters, audio Bluetooth® hands-free and voice-command controls
- Two front and two rear cup holders; two front door and two rear bottle holders
- Dual sun visors with sliding extensions and illuminated vanity mirrors
Exterior14 std · 0 opt
- Power tilt/slide moonroof with sliding sunshade
- 19-in. black-painted machined-finish alloy wheels with P235/40R19 tires
- Acoustic noise-reducing windshield and driver and front passenger side windows
- Aerodynamic front tangential venting
- Color-keyed heated power outside mirrors
- Color-keyed heated power outside mirrors with gloss black mirror caps, turn signal and blind spot warnings indicators
- Front gloss black grille with sport mesh insert and active grille shutter
- Gloss black rear spoiler
- High Solar Energy-Absorbing (HSEA) glass
- LED reflector headlamps with smoked chrome bezel and on/off feature; LED DRL with auto on/off feature
- LED tail lights
- Single hidden exhaust
- Rear window defogger with timer
- Spare Tire/Wheel Temporary (T155/70D17)
Powertrain3 std · 0 opt
- Front-Wheel Drive (FWD)
- 4-Mode Switch (EV, Eco, Normal, Sport)
- Auto Engine Shut Off
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Common questions about the XSE Nightshade Hybrid
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhat does the 2022 Toyota Avalon XSE Nightshade Hybrid add over the XLE?
Against the XLE, 14 features become standard that the XLE does not and 22 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.