Overview & Reviews

The 2009 Toyota Venza is an all-new crossover wagon based on the Camry sedan.

• Spacious interior, powerful and efficient engines, pleasant driving demeanor, comfy ride, innovative interior storage.

User Reviews:

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  nice, very nice - 2009 Toyota Venza
  By john - November 27 - 10:03 pm

  I would like to see 24mpg avg. i get 22 most of the time, Should have illuminated the garage door opener buttons. The exhaust tip is always full of gravel. I wish Toyota would recognize synthetic lubricants.

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  Enoy my Venza! - 2009 Toyota Venza
  By StLouisR - November 18 - 12:13 pm

  Enjoy driving my Venza! Have over 1,000 miles now. Dont understand negative comments as mine is great. Looked at Nissan Murano (premium fuel), 09 Highlander (had an 03, but 09 too large now) before deciding. Easy in and out.

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  The Gospel according to Venza - 2009 Toyota Venza
  By Djustinmeister - November 14 - 5:16 pm

  The Good News: if you are looking to buy this car, dont be swayed by the occasional bad review.I dont know what those people are thinking.You just cant please some of the people most of the time. This is a very enjoyable and comfortable car to drive.I researched this car for 4 months, and drove it 5 times before I bought it, and I fell in love with it from the first moment I drove it. Have had it about a month and took it on a 400 mi. trip, and it was a total dream to drive on a trip, and no less pleasurable around town. I have had some rattle/noise problems, but they are being addressed. There is plenty of power with the 4 cyl and better gas mileage for sure. This car is a dream!

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  One of the best vechiles I have ever had - 2009 Toyota Venza
  By Sam - November 11 - 7:00 pm

  I bought it in Jan as I was very impressed with the interiors in the Detroit Auto Show. I was shopping for a Lexus but settled for the Venza as I felt that I was not losing too much and it does cost a lot less! Drives very smoothly everything about the vehicle is great. The handling is good. However it seems a little rigid at first.

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  Im loving it! - 2009 Toyota Venza
  By Steven M - October 30 - 7:00 am

  This is a car for anyone who wants a good dose of comfort, economy, and performance. The I4 moves it with authority. The amenities and quality are impressive. Reliability is an unknown for me as this is my first Toyota, but Toyota has a reputation for reliability.

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  Surprisingly Great - 2009 Toyota Venza
  By ken - October 10 - 2:06 am

  Traded a 2004 Mountaineer for the Venza primarily because of gas mileage. The 4 cylinder has enough guts to get me everywhere, even with four 200 pounders and golf clubs in it. The ride is OK - better than the Mountaineer, but not as good as my wifes Avalon. Can carry 3 sets of clubs with carts (tight) and 4 sets without carts.

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  New Comfort - 2009 Toyota Venza
  By Driver - August 14 - 4:06 am

  Bought my 09 Venza 6 weeks ago and have driven it 1550 miles. No trips yet but averaging 24.5 mpg. I have a light foot. My wife is trying to talk me out of it. We both love it. Its dark gray metallic and loaded. Im a senior with back and neck issues and wanted a vehicle easy to enter and exit. This is it because of its height, and mine. I slip in and out without having to drop down or step up and dont hit my head on the way in. Perfect! The bells and whistles are great as is the leather. Others on my list were Murano, Santa Fe, Edge, GMC Terrain, and used Lexus.

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  Toyota does it again! - 2009 Toyota Venza
  By K.Lamb - July 8 - 9:30 am

  We still havent figured out what category this vehicle falls under, but whatever it is we really are enjoying it! We were actually looking at the RAV4 and Highlander when we spotted the Venza. Like most people we asked what it was and had to take it for a test drive. The ride is smoother than a crossover and has better handling. The increased height makes for easy in and out and overall visibility. Combined gas mileage is about 24 and the 4-cylinder engine has plenty of power for us. Got it with the comfort package which includes the keyless ignition and remote liftgate as well as powered drivers seat with great lumbar support. We think it is an overall great value and a head turner, too!

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  Venza hits a sweet spot - 2009 Toyota Venza
  By Bill - June 28 - 3:43 am

  Downsizing from a suburban I was looking for something smaller, yet would still have the suv characteristics. The Venza is easy to get in and out of. I love the power of the v6 and with AWD it really goes through deep snow.The rear seats are comfortable even for adults which is rare in most suvs. The drive is very smooth and the large speedometer makes it easy to avoid tickets. It seems to be a very safe winter car as I have yet to lose traction. Toyota claims you do not get your pant leg dirty on the door sill, yes it works well. The transmission shifts are smooth and I rarely feel them. Dual temp controls are a bonus as my wife and I set at different temps. The dealer treated us nicely.

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  Very good - 2009 Toyota Venza
  By starpalms - June 3 - 1:30 am

  Love my venza. Stylish looks, roomy interiors and feels very solid. Was fearful that 19 inch tires will be bumpy, but after a few months dont feel that much. Highway driving smooth, love the heated seats and plenty of spaces to store small things like phones, ipods, purse, etc. Rear seat room is awesome, driving my friends they said feels like a limo at the back. Rear backup camera is very helpful, dont know how I lived without that with my previous cars. However I have the I4 FWD and city gas mileage is ~20. Expected a bit better. Highway mileage is ~30. Overall a good buy looking for something bigger than a car, but not a gas guzzler SUV.