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It really is as good as it looks
VenzaBuyerIL, 08/16/2009
2009 Toyota Venza 4dr Wagon AWD (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
We spent a long time deciding between the Venza and the Lexus RX 350, Audi Q5, Infiniti EX35 and Volvo XC60. While the Venza is a crossover, these others are small luxury SUVs and are priced similarly-equipped at about a $10K higher sticker price. We have not been disappointed by the initial quality, ride and features in our vehicle. My only serious complaint about the vehicle is the quality of the plastic used in the lower half of the dashboard; it says "Corolla" more than luxury and this is about the only oversight I have found. Otherwise, I suspect we have as much a car as the ones listed above, but at a significantly more economical price. I am very happy with my choice.
A car that's growing on me quite well.
Planetal, 08/18/2009
2009 Toyota Venza 4dr Wagon AWD (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I perhaps am different that most, as I purchased this car to essentially carry stuff as I'm a weekend musician and needed a car capable of carrying quite a bit of equipment. I hate mini-vans and SUV's are horrible in terms of load-in and load-out (plus drive AWFULLY) so this or a Subaru were it. This car does what I wanted it for quite well. I didn't initially care for the handling of the car, as it feels heavy to me, but once I became used to the car it drove quite well. It drives quite well fully loaded with equipment as well as filled with adults. The stereo sounds great, the bluetooth and nav work well and the care is very comfortable. The more I drive it, the more I like the car.
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Venza: good stuff mover, great snow car
M EF, 01/28/2009
2009 Toyota Venza 4dr Wagon AWD (2.7L 4cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I bought this 6cy AWD explicitly for very long drives along the Great Lakes Snowbelt in winter - dangerous conditions. I held my nose while considering SUVs and minivans. This car was a reasonable compromise. The seat is firm and surprisingly comfortable on a 500 mile drive. The vehicle handles firmly and assertively unlike Toyota's other models. I call it a vanagon; it felt large at first, but it really is more like a tall sedan than anything else. I have a black one with that ridiculously toothy chrome grill, which seems to be a desirable feature on higher-end vehicles. But it goes like a tank in the snow and hauls a medium amount of stuff. Expect good resale from it and I feel safe.
Stunned in the Toyota Pre Owned Lot
lindrith, 02/22/2011
2009 Toyota Venza 4dr Wagon (2.7L 4cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
After 10 years of Hondas, and with leases running out, my wife and I went shopping. Toyota was very willing to help us. While we had our sights on a 2010 Rav, when my wife saw the 2009 Venza, she got excited about its Lexus quality looks, feel in a 4 cylinder crossover. The car has 16000 miles on it but was practically immaculate. We have driven it in town and on I25, and it drives like a dream. Gas mileage has been creeping up to the 26 mpg level. it has a feel of richness for both appointments and handling. And all those cup holders......a PU driver's dream. CON: Only negative is trying to find the cargo cover. The Toyota cover is over $800! Internet still costs $575. HELLP
My 2nd Toyota
OwnTwoToyotas, 09/25/2010
2009 Toyota Venza 4dr Wagon (2.7L 4cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
The Venza caught my eye at an airshow and I had to have it. I decided on the 4 cyl model due to cost and economy. I'm not impressed with only 21 mpg and it gets worse when I drive a little harder. I don't like when the trans disengages during engine idle. Quick starts, but the engine needs a moment to wind up when accelerating or passing. The steering is very responsive, but seems to float a little when driving a straight path. The suspension is firm; I can feel the bumps and waves in the road. I did discover small circular scratch marks on the roof shortly after leaving the dealership; it has not been properly fixed.