A large five-seat hatchback, the Toyota Venza combines the interior space of a crossover with the entry ease of a wagon. Offered with a four- or six-cylinder engine and front- or all-wheel drive, the Venza competes with the Ford Edge, Honda Crosstour and Subaru Outback.
New for 2014 XLE and Limited trim levels gain power-folding side mirrors, and the Limited also adds front and rear parking sensors. Exterior Highlights
19-inch alloy wheels; 20-inch wheels available
Fog lights
Heated side mirrors
Dual exhaust tips with V-6 engine
Available power liftgate
Available high-intensity-discharge headlights and LED daytime running lights
Available two-piece panoramic moonroof
Interior Highlights
Fabric upholstery; available leather with heated front seats
Dual-zone automatic air conditioning
CD stereo with 6.1-inch touch-screen, MP3 jack, USB port and Bluetooth streaming audio
Cruise control
Tilt/telescoping multifunction steering wheel
60/40-split folding backseat with recline feature
Available navigation system
Under the Hood
181-horsepower, 2.7-liter four-cylinder engine
Available 268-hp, 3.5-liter V-6
Both engines run on regular gas
Six-speed automatic transmission for both engines
Front- or all-wheel drive
Safety Features
Antilock brakes that incorporate electronic brake-force distribution and brake assist