The 2013 Toyota Avalon has become the first vehicle in the world with support for in-console Qi wireless charging for Qi-enabled devices.

The Qi wireless charging system will be part of the Avalon Limited's Technology package, with costs $42,195 before the usual added fees and taxes, while a hybrid bumps that to $43,945.

According to a report, the owners can now charge their devices with the wireless charging pad located in the vehicle's center console.

"Pioneering the ability to charge with no wires or connectors by simply putting devices in the car console is an intuitive innovation which reflects Toyota's continuing commitment to improve the consumer experience," said Randy Stephens, chief engineer of Toyota Avalon.

The Technology Package also includes Dynamic Radar Cruise Control, Automatic High beams and a Pre-Collision System.

Qi wireless charging is now integrated in 34 mobile phone models, including recent launches of the LG Google Nexus 4, Nokia Lumia 920, HTC Windows Phone 8X.

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Toyota has announced plans to introduce three customized Avalons at the 2012 SEMA Auto Show could serve as inspiration. Interestingly, one of the 2013 Toyota Avalon tuned version was also developed by Toyota Racing Development (TRD).

The first model is the 2013 Toyota Avalon TRD Edition developed by the Toyota Racing Development (TRD). Using the 3.5-liter V6 gasoline-powered Avalon, but it gets a nice boost courtesy of a TRD supercharger system. A new suspension lowers ride height by an inch, 19-inch alloy wheels with Michelin Pilot Super Sport tires and stiffer rear subframe bushings. The car is finished in a burgundy shade and features tinted taillights with clear lenses, a color-keyed grille and dual exhaust with polished mufflers.

The second vehicle, dubbed the 2013 Toyota Avalon HV Edition uses much of the same equipment from TRD as the previously mentioned car. Avalon HV also gets the same 19-inch rims in 225/40R19 Michelin Pilot Super Sport tires (with a different rim design) and upgraded brake system. The exterior of the car sports a bright white primary and electric blue accent colors, a color-keyed custom grille, hybrid-blue headlights.

Finally, the DUB Magazine Avalon has a Brilliant Black exterior with a custom body kit, big 22-inch TIS wheels with a matte black finish wrapped in ultra-low-profile Pirelli tires, lowered suspension and a custom mesh grille with a chrome surround up front. The interior gets suede accents on the console, door panels and headliner. Other modifications include a higher-end audio system from JBL with three subwoofers in the trunk.

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The new 2013 Toyota Avalon was revealed at the 2012 New York Auto Show this past April and a new report has revealed that it goes on sale later this year. Customers will have two engine options include a regular V6 gasoline unit and a fuel-efficient hybrid system.

The 2013 Toyota Avalon Hybrid optional gas-electric, which borrows its powertrain from the Camry Hybrid and the Lexus ES300h. That powertrain is a 2.5-liter Atkinson cycle four-cylinder (244.8-volt nickel-metal hydride battery pack) teamed good for 154hp (115 kW / 156 PS) and 153 lb-ft of torque.

It enables the 2013 Toyota Avalon to have a combined maximum output of 200 hp (149 kW / 203 PS) with a peak torque of 200 lb-ft (271 Nm). According to Toyota, the Avalon Hybrid is expected to achieve EPA fuel-economy of 40 mpg (5.9lt/100km) in the city driving and 39 mpg on the highway (6.0lt/100km).



Continuing with the V6 in the 2013 Toyota Avalon, the standard engine will be the familiar 268 hp (200 kW / 272 PS) and 248 lb-ft (336 Nm) of torque and a six-speed automatic transmission. The 2013 Toyota Avalon will propel the new sedan to 60 mph (96km/h) in less than seven seconds and return an EPA-rated fuel economy of 21 mpg city / 31 mpg hwy / 25 mpg combined.



In addition, the 2013 Toyota Avalon comes equipped with a new EV, ECO and SPORT setting. New features for the Avalon include 18-inch wheels; LED taillights; the seats have been improved; integrated dual exhaust outlets; satellite radio; the mobile-app system; a three-zone climate control system; heated and ventilated front seats.

Toyota hasn't released any pricing information, but the new 2013 Toyota Avalon will be built at the Toyota Motor Manufacturing Kentucky (TMMK) plant in Georgetown.