 2011 Avalon XLS (Canada) has the competiton beat!Excellent front seat comfort with full power lumbar for driver / passenger.More room than Mercedes E350.Lexus features without the price.This car is quite fast and has a controlled stable ride, and uses regular gas, unlike the competiton.Gas mileage has been 7.5l / 100 km - highway (38 MPG - imperial) and 10.5l / 100 km city.The voice reconition is very good, controls well laid-out and nice NAVI system.Lots of room in the back seat with comfortable seating and tilting seatback is functional.Very good trunk space. Both interior and exterior fit and finish are tight with good alignment.Great car for long trips in varied terrain.