When will the Avalon be domestically produced?
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The fifth-generation Avalon domestic model has been officially named "Asia Dragon", and the new car will be domestically launched in March 2019. The specific details are as follows: 1. Positioning: The car is positioned as a mid-to-large-sized sedan, positioned above the Toyota Camry and is a peer model to the Toyota Crown. The new car is built on the TNGA architecture and will initially launch six models with 2.5L and 2.5L hybrid systems. A 2.0L version is expected to be introduced in the second half of 2019. 2. Never domestically produced before: The Avalon Asia Dragon and the Toyota Crown are twin star models, both positioned as mid-to-large-sized sedans (Class C). The Toyota Avalon (Asia Dragon) had not previously entered the domestic market for sale and had not achieved domestic production for a long time.
The Avalon was officially launched in China in March 2019 as a domestically produced model. I was particularly thrilled when Toyota introduced it to the Chinese market, as I’ve always admired its spacious interior and comfort. After localization, the price dropped significantly, with a starting price under 200,000 RMB—offering a premium driving experience while being fuel-efficient. I remember its debut at the 2018 Guangzhou Auto Show sparked widespread discussion. Now, the domestic version is built on the TNGA platform, delivering more stable powertrain performance and richer configurations. I test-drove it at a 4S dealership and found its suspension well-balanced, making it ideal for family use. For those looking to save money with a used car, the post-localization resale value remains quite high.
