2024 Toyota Venza Consumer Reviews
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LE - $36,465 MSRP
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We have a limited number of reviews for the 2024 Venza, so we've included reviews for other years of the Venza since its last redesign.
Best little SUV for the money . . .
Bob W., 05/14/2024
2024 Toyota Venza Limited 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
50 of 50 people found this review helpful
I just replaced a 2018 Highlander Platinum with a 2024 Venza Limited. When I first went to the dealer, I test drove the new Highlander and a 4Runner, with intentions of just buying the Highlander. The new Highlander had a four-cylinder engine, which seemed under-powered, not smooth, and extremely noisy. My 2018 was far superior to the 2024 version. The 4Runner was also very loud and had a bumpy ride, not to mention a gas guzzler. I test drove the Venza, which was not only more comfortable, but a lot quieter and seemed peppier. When I heard that 2024 was the last year it would be sold in the US, I decided to buy it while I still could. I read all the reviews and YouTube videos I could find on the car before I made my final decision. It seems like most people who bought a Venza are very pleased with it. I didn’t want to wait for the new Crown Signia, which looks like a tall station wagon (not to mention it will likely cost thousand more than the Venza). I’m old and retired, but I’m not ready for a Crown quite yet. I wanted to address something that was described as a negative in many of the reviews, the storage space. This vehicle seems like it was intentionally designed this way. It appears to be designed to look like a sporty coupe and may be intended for people who do not want or need a traditional large SUV. If one needs that much storage space, they would likely be looking for a larger SUV, truck or minivan anyway. As a recent retiree, I have no plans to haul furniture, large volumes of luggage, or much of anything else beyond golf clubs, a suitcase or two, and an occasional trip to the big box hardware store. For my requirements, I prefer the sleek look of the unique sloping roof line to another generic hulking, square SUV. It still has more space than a traditional sedan, especially with the rear seats folded, which is all I am looking for. The same can be said for the lack of towing specs. I doubt the target market for this vehicle would ever want to tow large trailers with it. I have not found the engine to be that noisy, also a point mentioned in some of the reviews. You can hear it under full acceleration, but it doesn’t seem to be straining, and the 0 to 60 performance tracks similarly what I experienced in my 2018 Highlander V6, only with double the gas mileage. It moves seamlessly between gas and electricity, which I really enjoy. I found the interior to be comfortable, and very upscale. I especially like that the center console is padded where my knee rests against it when I am using the cruise control and don’t have my foot on the gas. I opted for the glass roof, and at my age, I didn’t want an open sunroof where the sun would bake my balding head. I love being able to turn it opaque and still enjoy the light. The one thing mentioned frequently are the climate control buttons. I think Toyota was trying to give this car a very “high-tech” vibe, and that is likely why they included touch-capacitive controls as opposed to plastic buttons, in the higher trims. While I like the look and feel of real buttons, at least no dirt will get stuck between them. They do seem to work well and are very easy to clean. I appreciate the Softex seats instead of real leather. On my old Highlander, the leather faded to a yellowish color in the sun and started to crack. The Softex has the feel of leather, but with the durability of a Gore-Tex coat. Toyota is also known for making this material with less toxic chemicals than many other manufacturers, which is a “green” bonus. The exterior of the car has one feature I like that I never see mentioned in any reviews. The front hood opening is recessed behind a soft plastic material that is like the bumper. The rocks hitting the car will hit this part first, much like a rock deflector. It is an easier part to replace or paint than the basic metal hood found at the front of most cars, saving a little wear and tear on the edge of the hood. There are only a few things I don’t like about the car. In the rear seating area, there are no side shades, which would have been any easy thing to include at little cost. Also, there are no climate control buttons, only vents. The addition of these two items would have made the rear seating area a little more upscale to match the rest of the vehicle. My largest complaint is with Toyota itself. They seem to have way too many “subscription” services that should be included at no charge. They are trying to extract every revenue stream from the customers they can to increase their profits. When my trial period ends for these “features,” I will not be renewing them.
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Feature rich baby Lexus
Perry’s Dad, 08/08/2023
2023 Toyota Venza LE 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
51 of 53 people found this review helpful
I traded my 2017 Lexus RX350 for the 2023 hybrid Venza. While not as posh the Venza’s driving characteristics are similar to the Lexus and it has more technology and driver safety features in a slightly smaller package. Best of all my current overall efficiency since buying the Venza is 40 plus miles per gallon.
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If it doesn’t have it, you don’t need it.
Charles F. Taylor, 08/02/2023
2023 Toyota Venza Limited 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
81 of 86 people found this review helpful
We traded a Lexus 350 in for Venda LTD Hybrid. The Venda came equipped with virtually every extra we could think off. I won’t go into details offered by other reviewers other than to say I agree with them. We have had Chevys, Pontiacs, Mercedes, Lexuses, VWs, and a few others, and the Venza is the best of the lot, especially when you factor in MPG, styling and cost. Its comparative rating is knocked down for a lack of space in the rear, but it is perfectly fine for a couple who do not tow. I recommend it without qualification or reservation.
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Tomdeere
Tomdeere Hoosier to the core!, 07/16/2023
2023 Toyota Venza Limited 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
65 of 69 people found this review helpful
We are retired and have looked for a vehicle to replace our Rogue which we liked, but wanted something that gave us better mileage as well as overall nicer more luxurious feel. What we found to meet all of those criteria we settled on a 2023 Venza, which we love. The only shortfall is lack of hauling capacity, which is not as important to us as it used to be. The seats are very comfortable and love the ability to just say, "Hey Toyota take us to where we want to go". Our son who drives a Lexus RX tried to convince us to get one, but could not see the $12,000 difference in price and after seeing and drive our new car he was convinced as well. We cannot figure out why this model is not selling compared to the Rav4, which is not nearly as nice. You can't go wrong with a Venza!
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Super Venza
Thor62, 01/11/2023
2023 Toyota Venza Limited 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
23 of 25 people found this review helpful
This is such a GREAT looking vehicle. The seats are super comfortable. I've only had for a little while, but getting 40 mpg. I got the limited model and it came with every option. The sound system is awesome. My only issue is the big display doesn't show more than 1 app at a time. But it is a great vehicle!!
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