2009 Toyota Venza Consumer Reviews Page 7

Awesome =)

Written by: goldenraysofsun on 07/12/2009

Vehicle

2009 Toyota Venza 4dr Wagon (2.7L 4cyl 6A)

Review

The Venza is my favorite vehicle out there. Awesome body style, fantastic interior, roomy, great safety ratings and reliable Toyota name. Critics have knocked points off of it because it lacks 3rd row seating. I LOVE this about it. I have 3 kids and no one wants to be the person who sits in the way back of a vehicle (in 3rd row seating) which are usually uncomfortable. A sedan seemed too small, minivan was too big and suv's were usually too ugly, big or just simply didn't appeal to me. I was going to get the Honda Ridgeline until I saw this and fell in love with it.

Favorite Features

Exterior design, the dark gray color, the black flooring (I have 3 kids), all the standard options, I like how they have their packages, the size of it ... what isn't there to like about it (besides the 2 mentioned things).

Suggested Improvements

My husband says he can fix that pause in the gas pedal that I feel when I step on it, so hopefully that won't be an issue. It also seems to lose a lot of power/momentum when I lay off the gas pedal. I don't like driving like that and it makes me feel like I am wasting gas.

4 out 6 people found this review helpful

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Flawless

Written by: Keemo on 07/11/2009

Vehicle

2009 Toyota Venza 4dr Wagon (2.7L 4cyl 6A)

Review

Like all Toyotas, my Venza is flawless. Styling in and out is beautiful. I am very surprised by the performance of the 2.7L. Mileage is exactly what Toyota claimed. Power is much better than expected. If you're in the market for a Venza take a close look at the 2.7L. I bought the basic Venza and it has more standard equipment than any car I've ever owned. My Toyota Venza isn't the most exciting car on the road. It isn't the fastest. It isn't the most luxurious. It's not the prettiest (but darn close). But if you're looking for a great value for you money and looking for a car that is really pretty, built well that does everything that is advertised, take a hard look at the Toyota Venza.

Favorite Features

Love the 2.7L. Styling in and out is outstanding. Air conditioning with duel control (standard) is excellent. Fit and finish is flawless. Ride is great. Fun to drive. Well thought out car. Excellent mileage.

Suggested Improvements

None

6 out 6 people found this review helpful

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Love it

Written by: starpalms on 07/09/2009

Vehicle

2009 Toyota Venza 4dr Wagon (2.7L 4cyl 6A)

Review

The reviews are true, if you want a car like ride, with the space of a SUV this is it. I looked at Rav4, CRV, Lexus, Cx7 and I settled on the Venza. It fitted in correct price, space and MPG, quite well thought and marketed at the right spot. Interior feels like a Lexus. Has Toyota brand name and reliability, though early to say since it debuted in 2009, so far happy with it. I went for the 4cyl, FWD since gas mileage is important. Test drove both V6 and 4cyl, and 4cyl fitted to my lifestyle needs, getting ~24 in the city.

Favorite Features

Added heated leather options, backup camera, MPG, spacious interior and cargo, smooth less noisy drive, Bluetooth, phone holders.

Suggested Improvements

Remote for rear door in base model, the gear knob gets in way to the AC controls. But nothing major that I have found.

3 out 3 people found this review helpful

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Time for a change.

Written by: Gene Hilmon on 06/27/2009

Vehicle

2009 Toyota Venza 4dr Wagon AWD (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Review

Just purchased the new 2009 Venza, 3.5, V6, AWD, Black with roof rack, cloth seats on 24 June 2009. A nice looking ride and easy to dive. Fuel economy supposed to be 18 to 25 MPG. Just a few days the best MPG so far is 12.5. Also seating is very firm and hard on the bottom. Suggest future years Toyota put in a more comfortable seat. In addition, suggest this great looking car have memory front seating for the driver and passenger. I've read all the reviews on this vehicle and many other people have stated the same recommendations: (memory seating to include side view mirrors and more comfortable seating.

Favorite Features

Homelink, Garage door operation, Bluetooth hands free in car cell phone use. Very nice performance, Lot of space and storage areas, but still working on the MPG shortfall as stated above.

Suggested Improvements

I will buy another one in 3 to four yeas If my suggested improvements are available by then: Memory seating with memory side view mirrors and better quality in comfortable seating is installed.

24 out 24 people found this review helpful

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My Dream Car

Written by: Kris on 06/25/2009

Vehicle

2009 Toyota Venza 4dr Wagon (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Review

Some dream of sport cars, nut this Venza is truly my dream car. I love driving it every day. Meets all my needs with space and comfort. No regrets. Good gas mileage on highway. Love the sequential shift for mountain driving. People always ask me what it is, still don't really have an answer, it's so unique.

Favorite Features

Smooth drive, roomy interior, beautiful exterior.

Suggested Improvements

none

6 out 10 people found this review helpful

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Didn't mind the rough ride...

Written by: RAFFY on 06/19/2009

Vehicle

2009 Toyota Venza 4dr Wagon (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Review

I didn't mind the truck like ride, the constant shaking of my head up and down while I'm going down the road is what really bothered me. I got rid of it like a hot potato. Took the loss, but at least I'm not stuck with it.

Favorite Features

Body style.

Suggested Improvements

Improve the ride.

16 out 46 people found this review helpful

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March 2009 Venza

Written by: weasel on 06/19/2009

Vehicle

2009 Toyota Venza 4dr Wagon (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Review

Bought the car in March, it has been well worth it. The car looks great, is roomy and comfortable and very responsive in traffic. Traded in a 1998 Camry and the new styling and design is definitely an upgrade at a very reasonable price. Took it on a 6 hour drive to Blacksburg VA, the wife enjoyed the driving and wasn't intimidated by the size of the vehicle.

Favorite Features

Auto start, auto opening and closing rear hatch, keyless entry and tech features such as bluetooth.

Suggested Improvements

Better interior dash materials, seatbelt alarm is overly nagging...

5 out 5 people found this review helpful

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Our new Venza

Written by: merrel on 06/18/2009

Vehicle

2009 Toyota Venza 4dr Wagon (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Review

We now have '09 Venza for 3 months and love the handling, and quality built workmanship. 24 mpg city and 28mpg h'way. Wish vehicle had 2 position memory seats but paid $675 extra for full power passenger seat. Also opted for double sun roof & radio. Do not see the need for 20" tires but that was not negotiable. Highway cruising is a dream. Sold a 2006 RX330 Lexus for this with no regrets. Did splurge $400 for two piece mesh chrome (aftermarket) grille from California which really adds class!!

Favorite Features

quality & design of interior

Suggested Improvements

Add memory seats and have hood stay up with gas rods instead of a prop stick.

17 out 18 people found this review helpful

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Love My Venza

Written by: Cordy382 on 06/12/2009

Vehicle

2009 Toyota Venza 4dr Wagon (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Review

Purchased my Venza in February and love it. It turned 5900 miles today and every day I find it a pleasure. Had a late meeting last night and was driving home after a long day, turned on the JBL and just coasted home. This car is a true pleasure to own, drive, and enjoy. Unfortunately, I'm beginning to see more of them on the road, so guess my days of being a trend-setter are over!

Favorite Features

Exterior (except grill), sound system, instrument layout, keyless entry, heated seats, and remote hatch. Also the six speed auto/manual transmission - smooth as silk.

Suggested Improvements

None.

9 out 13 people found this review helpful

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Incredibly roomy!

Written by: VenzaYaris on 06/12/2009

Vehicle

2009 Toyota Venza 4dr Wagon (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Review

Proud owner of a FWD V6 Venza w/ premium package for over a month. Ride isn't as bad as others have complained -- we do feel some of the bumps on the road, but it's nothing to lose sleep over. Storage capacity is incredible; we've taken ours for a 1200km shopping trip and was able to load quite a bit of stuff in the rear. Fuel economy is alright, considering it's a v6 (avg about 23mpg mostly city so far). The amount of power & torque in the V6 is pretty amazing; I'm not surprised if this thing can do 0-60 in 6.5 secs!

Favorite Features

Panoramic roof (makes the car feel even more spacious). Storage capacity & lots of clever storage for phone/ipod/etc.

Suggested Improvements

Integrated turn signals in side-mirrors. Better fuel economy on the V6. Bigger screen for back-up camera.

9 out 9 people found this review helpful

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