The Toyota Venza is a mid-size crossover without an option for a third-row seat--in other words, it's in the heart of its segment, in terms of space and seats.
Its competition includes the Mazda CX-9, an aging crossover that still has good handling and visibility in its corner.
Another model worth considering is the Honda Accord Crosstour; its roofline and seating arrangement don't afford quite as much versatility as the Venza, though.
The Ford Edge has recently been redesigned, with a fresher look inside and out, as well as a more powerful V-6, and its interior tech is now more advanced with the available MyFord Touch system.
This year the Nissan Murano is also new, with a much more radical shape shrouding a conventional V-6 and CVT drivetrain.
If the size appeals, we'd suggest a look at GM's mid-size twins, the GMC Terrain and Chevy Equinox; they offer four- and six-cylinder engines, all-wheel drive, and a choice between blocky and blame-free exterior styling.
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The Toyota Venza gives up all SUV styling pretenses in favor of big-hatchback utility and a truly carlike atmosphere. |
Provided you don’t need third-row seating or a luxury badge, the 2015 Ford Edge offers everything you might want in a comfortable, stylish, tech-savvy crossover. |
It might look like a military vehicle, but the nice interior and excellent fuel economy belie the 2015 GMC Terrain's rugged looks. |
The 2015 Mazda CX-9 isn't as efficient as Mazda's latest offerings, but it manages to put the same kind of smile on the driver's face as the brand's smaller offerings. |
The 2015 Nissan Murano lures in empty-nesters with its flamboyant new design, then hooks them with just the right mix of confident performance. |
| MSRP From | ||||
| $29,065 | $28,100 | $24,070 | $29,985 | $29,560 |
| Gas Mileage | ||||
| 18 MPG City / 26 MPG Hwy | 17 MPG City / 30 MPG Hwy | 20 MPG City / 32 MPG Hwy | 16 MPG City / 24 MPG Hwy | 21 MPG City / 28 MPG Hwy |
| Engine | ||||
| Regular Unleaded I-4 | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 | Gas/Ethanol I4 | Regular Unleaded V-6 | Regular Unleaded V-6 |
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| Small SUV 2WD | Small SUV 2WD | 2WD Sport Utility Vehicle | Small SUV 2WD | Midsize Station Wagons |
| Style Name | ||||
| 4-Door Wagon I4 FWD LE (GS) | 4-Door SE FWD | FWD 4-Door SL | FWD 4-Door Sport | FWD 4-Door S |
| Drivetrain | ||||
| Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Passenger Capacity | ||||
| 5 | 5 | 5 | 7 | 5 |
| Passenger Doors | ||||
| N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Body Style | ||||
| Sport Utility | Sport Utility | Sport Utility | Sport Utility | Sport Utility |
| Transmission | ||||
| Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic | Automatic w/OD | CVT w/OD |
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| 2015 Toyota Venza vs. 2015 Ford Edge | 2015 Toyota Venza vs. 2015 GMC Terrain | 2015 Toyota Venza vs. 2015 Mazda CX-9 | 2015 Toyota Venza vs. 2015 Nissan Murano | |
