Used 2012 Toyota Venza Wagon Consumer Reviews
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Comfort, speed, sound!
dbbksl, 08/03/2012
2012 Toyota Venza XLE 4dr Wagon (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
47 of 48 people found this review helpful
Drove a Camry XLE V6. Adored that car, never had a problem, averaged 15K yearly, got better than EPA fuel economy. Considered new Camry when I bought car in March 12, but test drive of Venza XLE V6 changed my mind. Incredible seat comfort, versatile storage, stylish interior, and magnificent stereo. Also exceeds EPA rating for fuel economy, just like my reliable Camry did. Not a jiggle or squeak in the body. Traction and stability control make this car perform faultlessly in pouring rain and on slick streets. Braking also excellent.
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army4, 03/21/2012
2012 Toyota Venza XLE 4dr Wagon AWD (2.7L 4cyl 6A)
34 of 35 people found this review helpful
I have owned my Venza now for about four months and really enjoy the vehicle. The only thing I made a constructive critique about is the shifter is in the way of the seat heater, getting to the cups in the cup holder, adjusting the temperature. It just feels like I always have to reach around the sifter all the time.
2012 Venza Limited
roadrunner70, 04/23/2012
2012 Toyota Venza Limited 4dr Wagon (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
18 of 18 people found this review helpful
Had 2012 Venza limited since 3/24. Like others, copared to Ford Edge, GM crossovers, Kia Sorrento. Came down to sorrento vs. venza. Preferred the sorrento for price and features but didn't care for seat comfort. Overall happy with purchase. Too soon to rate most catagories, but have to agree that the shifter is poorly designed. It is too long and should be 2 or 3 inches shorter. Not happy that CD player requries opening nav unit. Presume that 2013 venza has corrected these design issues. However, if it gives the same level of reliability that my 2002 highlander has given (two minor repairs in 125,000 miles), I will be very happy. Oveall, a good vehicle.
I love it
Jacob S., 05/30/2016
2012 Toyota Venza LE 4dr Wagon AWD (2.7L 4cyl 6A)
17 of 18 people found this review helpful
I bought my Venza in August 2012 and have loved it overall. I'm 6'3 and I can comfortably sit in the front and rear seats with exceptional head room. I also drive with co-workers on a daily basis and they say the rear seats are beyond comfortable. It is a great road trip vehicle, except for the iffy fuel economy. The only issues I find in this vehicle would be the sluggish acceleration and MPG. I have never needed anything serviced, except for regular maintenance. I'd strongly recommend this vehicle to anyone who has children, as it's a very safe and comfortable family vehicle.
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New to me, happy so far
aguy8910, 02/03/2015
2012 Toyota Venza LE 4dr Wagon AWD (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
13 of 14 people found this review helpful
I recently purchased a used 2012 Venza (3.5l, AWD) and am very happy with it so far. I am wagon fan and had a hard time finding a suitable replacement for you 2005 Subaru Legacy GT. I've had many Subarus, but really did not feel like going down that road again and was very happy with what the Venza had to offer. The car is very solid, powerful and comfortable. The only issue I have so far is that my favorite coffee cup doesn't sit well in the oddly shaped cup holders... Also, the MPG isn't great, but I knew that when opting for the more powerful V6 version.
5 year OWNER
John, 08/09/2017
2012 Toyota Venza XLE 4dr Wagon (2.7L 4cyl 6A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
Very good solid car. Excellent on long trips. Heated seats really pay off in winter. Great visibility due to ride height. Very spacious back seat area-passengers always amazed at the room and comfort. I found the 4cyl model to handle best, better handling with easier maintenance and strong, competent acceleration. Controls easy to reach and understand. Best thing is the car is so easy to get in and out of!
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Love My Venza!
K. Whitfield, 06/08/2017
2012 Toyota Venza LE 4dr Wagon (2.7L 4cyl 6A)
11 of 12 people found this review helpful
I have have my 2012 Toyota Venza for about 2 years. I bought it used, and put a bunch of miles on it. I have had zero problems with the car, even though it has about 115,000 miles. The leather seats, interior controls and space inside make it comfortable for the family and the gas mileage isn't bad. I like the look of the Venza on the exterior as well. The only negative things are the back-up camera, which isn't great, and the fact that the Venza has some major blind spots when changing lanes, etc. on the highway. I have learned to be extra careful. All in all, I really love my Venza and have never regretted the purchase.
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Best vehicle I ever owned
Daniel, 05/05/2020
updated 05/10/2024
2012 Toyota Venza Limited 4dr Wagon (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
Bought this car new in 2012 and put about 10k miles/year on it. Never had any mechanical problem with the car. With the panoramic moon roof, some crackling noises can happen on uneven roads, and a rattle has started under the dashboard passenger side. And that's it, which is totally acceptable after this time. The car performs like a well-oiled machine and still looks contemporary and in great shape inside out. One service manager at our local Toyota dealership recently told me to hang on to this car as long as possible. He stated that there are always a few winners in the model line up of every car maker, and the Venza is certainly one of the winners for Toyota. Too bad they discontinued this car. Update Nov. 2022: Toyota replaced the Venza with a gorgeous looking hybrid car. I sat in it, tried it out, but the interior feels crammed compared to the previous version. I therefore bought a Highlander Hybrid and am happy with it, especially with room and gas mileage. At times, when I see one of the older Venzas, I still miss mine as in hindsight, it was still "the best vehicle I ever owned".
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LOVE LOVE LOVE
Love in NC, 03/09/2021
updated 03/18/2024
2012 Toyota Venza XLE 4dr Wagon (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
We purchased used 2012 in 2014. I knew I loved the look but didnt realize I would fall in love with everything about the Venza. We have driven this car from NC out west 7 times and up and down the east coast literally too many times to count. We obviously love to travel and this car has never failed us. It has over 183,000 now and I'm just as happy today as the day I got it. It is not AWD but never had an issue in any snow storms we encountered out west and along upper mid west states. If I could go back in time I would do it all over again. UPDATE. 3-24 my venza now has 229,000 and is still the best car I have owned and yes I would do it over again. I get people compliment the look today and it 14 years old
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Comfort and room
ken moles, 10/19/2018
2012 Toyota Venza LE 4dr Wagon AWD (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Very Comfortable and roomy inside. With the AWD, bad weather is a snap.
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