2009 Toyota Venza consumer reviews

The appearance of the car is very sharp. I've gotten many complements. One interior issue that is bothersome is the gear shifter in the center of the dash , I hit it frequently. The gas mileage in the city could be better, but it is excellent on the highway. It's developed some noises that I'm concerned about. It makes a noise in the steering wheel column when turning, which I read is common in this model. The transmission whines when switching at slower speeds, which I read occurs quite often as well. So far these issues haven't effected performance. If purchasing one make sure it has both key fobs if it has push button start. I needed one and had to purchase online because the charge from Toyota was outrageous, over $300.00 and the dealer indicates that there is a 50/50 chance that they can't be programmed, I was successful. So far the car is comfortable, packs lots of stuff and is excellent on the highway, which is the main reason that I purchased the automobile, for highway travel. I've only owned it for one month, I'll have to make more reviews later.

i bought this vehicle brand new in 2009 i now have 107000 miles on it. Alot of people say the 4 cylinder is under power and loud but that is just not the case. that is the engine i have and it will definitely move. i can get a little loud at about 70mph but not much. the 6 speed transmission can be undeceived but most 6 speed automatics are. I only have one complaint about the venza. the clothe seats can get some what hard on long trips. But its not a huge issue. i would recommend this vehicle to everyone.

I have a 2009 Venza V6 AWD with leather, NAV, Pano Moon Roof, Xenon Headlight and every other option. I did not want a typical SUV but wanted AWD and needed something wider than a typical wagon as I have kids in carseats. The Accord Crosstour has less power and got worse mileage. It was not quite a big, either. So, the Venza it was. I had the dealership add the factory trailer hitch as well. It is quick, quiet, smooth, rattle free, full of technology, but also hauls gear, tows like a monster (my 20 foot pontoon at 85mph with AC and cruise on, no problem!) and looks great doing it. I added a Thule bike rack and recently towed the pontoon with 4 bikes on top and full gear in the back and my family of four in 93 degree temps. The big brakes and 6sp auto transmission work great to slow things down and the 270hp is great when towing. I have 0 complaints and only admiration for my Venza. Oh, I had it in the mountains of Colorado, on I-70 over the Vail pass...it is a BEAST in mountain driving - I can pass everything and slow down when needed with the utmost confidence. Now, I'm just beginning to price snow tires and wheels and can't wait to get it in some deep snow. Bring it on with the Venza!

MY WIFE AND I JUST PURCHASED OUR 2009 VENZA. WE LOVE THIS CAR. WE TRADED OUR 2004 LEXUS ES330 ON IT. THE VENZA RIDE IS NOT AS SMOOTH AS THE LEXUS BUT IT IS JUST AS QUIET. THE V-6 POWER IS MORE THAN WE EXPECTED,AND THE MILAGE IS 28.7 MPG ON THE HIGHWAY. WE CANNOT COMENT ON THE AWD JUST YET. THE LEATHER INTERIOR IS ATTRACTIVE AND COMFORTABLE.THE NAVIGATION IS VERY EASY TO USE. WE WOULD RECOMEND A VENZA TO ANYONE WANTING A CROSSOVER

Ptetty good vehicle. Have the 4 cyl., sometimes wonder if I should have gone with the 6. Mainly while driving on 2 lane highways and you are wanting to pass. Really need to allow a lot of distance when passing - when at 55 to 60. Very nice seating; can drive all day without gettting tired or leg cramps. Will need new tires this Fall and Toyota put 19 inch wheels on a suppsedly economical car. I believe tires will cost $200 each or more. I think the ride could have been improved with smaller diameter tire. Originally got lots of good comments on style but everybody is copying it now. Its made in the USA. My last American branded car was made in Canada (which is no big deal). Gets 24 mpg in rural driving and 28 to 30+ on highway.

I LOVE MY VENZA THE DRIVE IS EXCELLENT IT IS VERY COMFORTABLE CAR LOTS OF SPACE TOYOTA BUILD A VERY GOOD CAR. YOU HAVE TO TRY IT AND SEE FOR YOURSELF.

Pros: Great gas mileage, nice interior & exterior, perfect height, great options. Cons: little bit bumpy ride, noisy on the highway.

yes, i fell in love with this car. it is made primarily of plastic which give it the light weight. was in one car wreck with no damage to me. should have gotten leather because the seats are horribly easy to keep stain from simple water!!! i've complained to no avail. Ii also had tech come to check the visibility problem in rear view mirror. There is a very bad blind spot. It could be easily cured with a horizontally longer mirror. i know because my toy has one. it is basically the same environment. i feel the emotional attachement of THE OVERALL DESIGN was what I fell in love with. The roofs, panoramic. Flimsy plastic interior on parts are breaking quickly. Now having it two years, it looks shabbier than necessary. Plus they sold it to me with flimsy floor matts. yes. even my camry had better matts. it isn't right that they scrimp on a 30,000 car. i still love it, flaws and all. it dings waaayyyy too easy btway.

I really like my new Venza, I got the model with the big engine, four wheel drive, extended electronics, leather interior, and moon roof. I like everything about the Venza except for the moon roof. With the moon roof, I can't add a rack onto the vehicle. With out a rack I can't haul my recumbent bikes around. I drove both the 2 wheel drive, and the 4 wheel drive. The day I was out driving them, the weather was really bad. Dark at noon bad with visibility under a quarter mile. Perfect weather to test drive nasty conditions in. The 4 wheel drive version handled much better. I also had a chance to drive both the smaller engine and the larger engine for an extended period of time. The smaller engine had issues keeping up to highway speed. issues getting to highway speed, and trouble dealing with rapidly changing traffic conditions. Based upon my experiences, I went with the larger engine and four wheel drive. I'm very happy with the decision. Now if there was only a solution to my inability to put a roof rack on the car.

22 months and 23,000 miles. Excellent performance, no problems. great style. Recived many compliments.