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2010 Toyota Venza Review

October 14, 2009

STYLING | 7 out of 10

Expert Quotes:

Simple, handy, and logical control system for audio and climate
ConsumerGuide

Crossover? Wagon? Whatever it is, it looks good in the metal
Car and Driver

Think of it as a shorter, sleeker Highlander
Automobile Magazine

According to Toyota, the Venza is a design breakthrough and something completely new, but the reality is that the Venza is just another entry in the crowded crossover field. This one happens to be a little lower and more carlike than the rest.

That said, reviewers tend to emphasize that Toyota has created something that's a little different, design-wise. Cars.com reports that "the Toyota folks aren't calling the Venza a crossover, but they aren't sure it's a car, either," and "they're not even dubbing it a wagon or a hatchback—all they want to make clear is that the Venza is not an SUV." Most reviewers appreciate the new exterior styling of the Venza overall, with Car and Driver deciding that "whatever it is, it looks good in the metal." The Detroit News loves the "clean and unassuming looks," while MyRide.com praises the "attractive styling."

With even base four-cylinder models getting large 19-inch wheels, there's not a lot of variance in appearance through the lineup and just a couple of models. Cars.com explains, "Toyota went simple with the Venza in terms of trim levels. There are only four," which consist of the various combinations of the two available engines and two- or four-wheel-drive options.

The interior design of the 2010 Toyota Venza isn't daring, but with its swoopy center stack, it's certainly not boring. Most reviewers stick to practical observations here. ConsumerGuide points out that the "large gauges are easy to read," and "with or without navigation, Venza has a simple, handy, and logical control system." Car and Driver also notes that "aesthetically, the Venza interior features many nice touches," but at the same time they find that "the dual-zone HVAC controls seem as if they were crammed into the design at the last minute." Back on the positive side, Cars.com observes that the trip computer, which contains a variety of data and controls, "sits squarely atop the dash," which is "the perfect place for such a screen in terms of keeping the driver's eyes trained on the road, and it's unbelievably crisp and clear."

Conclusion

The 2010 Toyota Venza is no breakthrough, but it's a good-looking crossover wagon inside and out.

STYLING | 7 out of 10Expert Quotes:Simple, handy, and logical control system for audio and climateConsumerGuideCrossover? Wagon? Whatever it is, it looks good in the metalCar and DriverThink of it as a shorter, sleeker HighlanderAutomobile Magazine According to Toyota, the Venza is a design breakthrough and something completely new, but the reality is that the Venza is just another entry in the crowded crossover field. This one happens to be a little lower and more carlike than the rest. That said, reviewers tend to emphasize that Toyota has created something that's a little different, design-wise. Cars.com reports that "the Toyota folks aren't calling the Venza a crossover, but they aren't sure it's a car, either," and "they're not even dubbing it a wagon or a hatchback—all they want to make clear is that the Venza is not an SUV." Most reviewers appreciate the new exterior styling of the Venza overall, with Car and Driver deciding that "whatever it is, it looks good in the metal." The Detroit News loves the "clean and unassuming looks," while MyRide.com praises the "attractive styling." With even base four-cylinder models getting large 19-inch wheels, there's not a lot of variance in appearance through the lineup and just a couple of models. Cars.com explains, "Toyota went simple with the Venza in terms of trim levels. There are only four," which consist of the various combinations of the two available engines and two- or four-wheel-drive options. The interior design of the 2010 Toyota Venza isn't daring, but with its swoopy center stack, it's certainly not boring. Most reviewers stick to practical observations here. ConsumerGuide points out that the "large gauges are easy to read," and "with or without navigation, Venza has a simple, handy, and logical control system." Car and Driver also notes that "aesthetically, the Venza interior features many nice touches," but at the same time they find that "the dual-zone HVAC controls seem as if they were crammed into the design at the last minute." Back on the positive side, Cars.com observes that the trip computer, which contains a variety of data and controls, "sits squarely atop the dash," which is "the perfect place for such a screen in terms of keeping the driver's eyes trained on the road, and it's unbelievably crisp and clear." ConclusionThe 2010 Toyota Venza is no breakthrough, but it's a good-looking crossover wagon inside and out. 2010 TOYOTA VENZA STYLING | [7 out of 10] ConsumerGuide: "Simple, handy, and logical control system for audio and climate" Car and Driver: "Crossover? Wagon? Whatever it is, it looks good in the metal" Automobile Magazine: "Think of it as a shorter, sleeker Highlander" According to ...

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With easy entry and exit, big gauges, and a comfy ride, the 2010 Toyota Venza seems tailor-made for older drivers and empty nesters looking at crossover vehicles. The Nissan Murano and Mazda CX-9 are quite the opposite; they're both racier and have sportier tuning, but the Murano has less space, while the CX-9 still manages a very roomy interior. Even though it was introduced just three years ago, the Ford Edge is the oldest of this group. It's quite heavy, yet has a simple, upright design that still looks good. The Subaru Tribeca makes great functional sense but won't resonate with some buyers—it's a little weird in terms of design. Relative to these other rivals, the Venza does offer a fuel-efficient four-cylinder engine. Also worth consideration is a model arriving later this year and much like the Venza: the 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour. At the time of publication, TheCarConnection.com still hadn't driven the Crosstour, but the Honda promises to be even more like a fastback sedan than the Venza.

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