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4.75 out of 5 stars

Took a chance on 1st yr model No regrets

Mike MacDonald, 02/03/2010
2009 Toyota Venza 4dr Wagon (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful

We bought our 09 Venza V6 FWD in snowy Ottawa and brought it back to Toronto. The dealers here wanted too much. The car performs flawlessly with excellent throttle response from the powerful six. Braking is good for the heft and space is generous. Build quality is standard Toyota ie: far beyond the domestics. The traction and stability control negate the need for AWD so money could be spent on accessories. Head and leg room are just adequate for me and my wife (both 6') and rear seat is huge for the kids. Overall we are very pleased with the Venza and I recommend it highly. Very well priced.

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4 out of 5 stars

Good solid car, excellent value

Bud, 01/09/2019
updated 01/17/2020
2009 Toyota Venza 4dr Wagon (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful

I bought this car in March 2018 with some 117,000 miles on it. 6 cylinder version with good power - same engine as Camry 6 cylinder, I believe. MPG usually around 20 mpg. Can get around 28 mpg under ideal conditions. Good solid car. Plastic on the interior is not quite up to par but it's holding up fine after almost 10 years. Nice big doors make it easy to get in and out of the vehicle. As of January 2020, the car has 137,000 miles on it. Two of the four original struts are leaking a bit. Great vehicle so far.

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4 out of 5 stars

Great vehicle

CP, 09/06/2018
2009 Toyota Venza 4dr Wagon (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful

Bought used when 5 years old and have had no issues. Comfortable. Good mileage. Plastic inside console compartments cheap.

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5 out of 5 stars

Well balanced vehicle

HMG, 08/24/2009
2009 Toyota Venza 4dr Wagon AWD (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful

I wanted sport car like handling but needed to tow a 2700lb trailer. The Highlander was too expensive and the handling characteristics of the Venza is much better. The car feels more balanced than the 57/43 front/rear weight would suggest. Plenty of power and corners like a slot car compared to the Highlander or Rav4 due to the lower center of gravity. Love the interior room and comfort and ergonomics. I have been getting 24 mpg combined city highway and easily get 27 mpg straight hwy.

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5 out of 5 stars

Very Sporty :)

Mary J, 01/09/2009
2009 Toyota Venza 4dr Wagon (2.7L 4cyl 6A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful

I went out that evening to go shopping and ended up at the dealership saw the Venza and was hooked!! I know it's a sort of station wagon but it feels like a sports car :), very comfortable, fast and stylish. Coming from an SUV I'm very satisfied with this purchase!!! If you're looking to downsize check this out! Very nice! :)

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