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    I need to replace our family car, a VN Commodore S Pack. Our priorities are space, economy and reliability. I've narrowed it down to one of the following V6 models: Commodore, Camry, Magna and Avalon. I'm also looking at 2000 or newer models. Looks are not that important, hence the inclusion of the Avalon. I've heard the Avalon is thirstier than Camry and that parts are more expensive because it is imported. Is this correct? Any pros or cons that you know of? What would you recommend?
    Answered by CarsGuide
    19 February 2004
    Graham Smith

    There's no reason the Avalon should be any thirstier than the Camry. They're about the same weight and they share the same V6 engine and drivetrain. The Avalon is locally produced, not imported, so the parts are the same price as the Camry's. On the current market the Magna is the best buy in that its used values have slumped, the Camry and Avalon are standing up well, while the Commodore remains popular and hence has good resale value. In terms of mechanical reliability, it's hard to go past Toyota and I would probably prefer the Camry or the Avalon, but all four have good reliability and will do the job well.

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