2009 Toyota Venza Reviews

So far after 500 miles, really like the ride, fuel economy, and room inside. The acceleration on the 4 cyl is not as quick as the 6 cyl, but it is fine for the average user. Had a small plastic corner piece fall off passenger front window corner, no big deal, just wasn't in to the clip I guess.
Appearance is great, don't see many on the road, so it catches the eye of alot of people.
It is fun to drive and comfortable.

Previously owned a V6 Highlander, have switched to a 4cylinder AWD. The loss of power and engine whirr is notable. Even so the vehicle accelerates well. I am unaccustomed to the AWD and has startled me a few times. The interior and exterior styling beats nearly anything out there even if compared to autos twice as costly. Lots of room for storage. Love the dual moon roof & smart start. Sound system ok, wished I'd waited for the premium sound system package. Gas mileage is ok. Nice ride though not exciting.

The Venza has been so dised by others, many who haven't even driven it, that I have to suspect that these people just hate Toyota, period. First, we traded in my wife's 2007 Camry SE-V6 which was also described as a boring sedan when in fact it did 0-60 in 6.0-6.1 seconds, 0.81g on the skid pad test and has a rediculous top speed of 145 mph (governed). I shocked more than a few drivers of much more expensive machines by out accelerating them getting on the freeway or merging (so many jerks don't want to let you on). My wife wanted a hatchback and the Venza fit the bill. With the same V6 and 6-speed auto trans, it still has plenty of performance but with much more room and still manages to handle well too. The styling is very nice (though some spoke of how much better their Actek (!!?) or Flex is)and though the wheels on the V6 are 20 inchers, they don't look out of place as in the "donks" or some of the silly sky high 4x4s that never see off road action. The Venza is solid in handling and does rides well over rough surfaces even with the large wheels and 245/50/20 tires. There are a lot of compartments and the interior is well fitted as is the exterior. We opted for the Arctic Blizzard Pearl and it is a beautiful paint job too. Those that are looking for something larger than a midsize sedan should check out the Venza as well as other similar vehicles offered by the various manufactures. I know that I did and the Venza, for us, was the way to go.