2023 Toyota Venza Review

[@MrPchubare]

As a 2023 Venza Limited owner I disagree on 50% of statements that this guy makes. I had a chance to drive a 2023 Honda CRV (non hybrid) for 9 month and 15,000km before we traded it for Venza. And I have to say that Venza is almost a perfect vehicle that I am ready to keep for 10+ years. eCVT has nothing to do with conventional CVT transmission. In my opinion they need to name it differently since it has no belt and no moving cones but instead there is an electrical motor that synchronizes speeds of engine with gear assembly that is a bullet proved. It has an instant torque that CRV was lacking and the drive is extra smooth! It does feel like Lexus if compared to RAV4.

[@Rissybear]

Absolutely agree! 2023 limited here too. The comparison to passport and jeep didn’t make any sense to me. The CRV would be the one to compare it. Thanks for the info on the difference of the eCVT and CVT

[@patriciah.7986]

Same we love it!!

[@aichan5235]

theres a CRV hybrid for a reason

[@jamesnicol3831]

Toyota hybird always for the win

[@Rissybear]

4 months with my Limited Venza. I could not find a NX or RX hybrids so I settled on this. I tried a RAV and felt cheap compared to Venza also does not drive as smooth. Passport and Jeep are not even comparable they are in a different class. They are much bigger and have better off road and towing capabilities. CRV would be a competitor. I love all the luxury features in my limited and it was $15k cheaper then the Lexus NX that has the same features. It’s a great car to get you from point A to point B at 44mpg. You can take the groceries, the dog, a guest or two.. but it’s not a camping SUV. It is also not an enjoyable drive like a luxury car, but works for my small family. I find the best feature is the 360 camera, and would not buy another car without it.

[@kneum001]

Purchased a 2023 Toyota Venza Limited a few months ago. It’s wonderful. Bought it for the style, luxury interior and the fuel economy. Great car!!

[@RobinVucitech]

We bought one also and agree with you.

[@whocares0316]

Venza wonderful car but I finally gave up trying to find or buy one for the outrageous prices they charged.Now they have announced the end of the Venza at end of 2024 and orices are coming down a lot and inventory is coming 😅way up. Still love that car so I may buy one now.

[@csn804]

Toyota doesn’t make enough of the Venza

[@robertherman1146]

Long wait list

[@yungahungatv8049]

Buy certified pre owned

[@Throughthelurkingglass]

My Step Mom had to wait a few months to find one the way she wanted it. Dealership didn't rake her over like many others do as well, great customer experience, and Im a BMW brat.

[@keitha.9788]

You forgot to mention that the Venza has a real spare tire. Can't stress how important that safety factor is on a long trip....

[@kapnbill]

Currently on a cross country trip with our 2023 Venza Limited. I’m impressed with it. Comfortable, enough cargo capacity, no problem at 70-80 mph. Nice sound system and 38mpg on regular on the Highway.

[@baraclude]

Did you ever have a chance driving through a hill. Does it climb well?

[@kapnbill]

No problems at all. Went through 11,000 foot mountain passes in Colorado. Also, we are getting 39+ mpg on the highway and mid 40s around town. @@baraclude

[@drumrnva]

Cool. Would you mind sharing your height?

[@kapnbill]

@@drumrnva just under 6’1”

[@stevejoseph1664]

I've seen a few Venza in person and, I agree. I believe they are attractive vehicles.

[@rafffer3951]

The problem is you can’t find any at the dealerships

[@phen0mejon99]

You need to get really lucky

[@dsell37]

If this is based on the Rav4 platform then the Venza is a compact crossover suv so comparing it those other vehicles mentioned when talking about cargo space is not comparing it apples to apples.

[@majorsmackdown]

The venas low cargo numbers bothered me at first, but the space is still adequate. The lost space is much because of the rear slope downward. If you’re not stacking stuff up too high, the square footage turns out to give it decent space.

[@robertherman1146]

Plenty of room for a couple of golf bags and suitcases. Or stock-up-day at Costco.

[@dwopper234]

Great review. The mileage, appearance, and comfort ride elements are far more important to me than the cargo space. Wish the sunroof would open. I would rather it do that than have the clear or opaque option. Also wish there were more buttons for controlling various things, rather than a control screen that does not give the touch feedback that buttons do. I have also heard that control screen is a dust and fingerprint magnet. So, not perfect, but overall a car I will be considering.

[@tennisad-in4002]

Always liked Mark's review. Didn't know he made the move. Considering Venza, Sienna, Corolla Hybrid, RAV4 prime, Prius Prime. Right now all are priced high. Maybe if Venza gets overlooked enough I can pick up a deal.

[@nostradamus7648]

Wait until last week of December. Dealers have to move '23 inventory to avoid taxes and the economy will be in the toilet. Save cash to make a healthy down payment and get better financing terms from YOUR credit union, not their financing.

[@louamato6332]

If you have a family and need room and comfort for longer trips you can't beat the Sienna. Inown the 2021. Best vehicle I've ever owned. Rated mpg is 34. I regularly get more than that. I can't say enough good about it. Plus a 600 mile range with 18 gallon tank!

[@bextar6365]

Price is the reason it's overlooked ..

[@pagodad8079]

Not to mention availability…

[@arthurgumbus3969]

Thank you for this video... a really well done job. We own a 2021 RAV4 Hybrid Ltd, so I know that SUV really well. The VENZA in our opinion is the Toyota version of the Lexus NX300 Hybrid. Or perhaps you could possibly consider the VENZA as a CAMRY Hybrid SUV? The VENZA is quite beautiful in our opinion, Wife likes the folding side mirrors for garage entry and exit. She also like the less aggressive looking front of the VENZA vs the Lexus' overdone front grille. Interior is very plush on the Venza Limited. We have decided to order a LIMITED Venza so the wait for this in our color/interior combos begins. The Venza is built and assembled in Aichi, Japan Toyota plant. So therefore transit time to the USA/Canada is longer. You did a great job on this Venza Review. BTW, is Toyota calling the VENZA something else in Europe/Japan markets? I bet they are.... thanks. Art

[@nostradamus7648]

It's the Japanese and Euro Harrier.

[@Jim-bh7gs]

Really great review. Odd that you compare Venza to Passport,etc ,when they are bigger vehicles. I think of Rav4, Crv, Forester together. Not enjoying car shopping after 20 years with my Civic. I dreaded the new tech, but at my age,I need to sit higher on the road. Oncoming headlights are killing me. Thanks.

[@MicheleEngel]

Leased the ‘23 Limited yesterday. Haven’t had a chance yet to drive it around, but I got it for all of the reasons you listed. As a single woman over 65, the relative lack of cargo space doesn’t bother me at all. Plenty of room for my road trip travel luggage plus room for a companion’s if needed. Love the look and the interior amenities, which give it that luxurious edge. It all that I need and a lot of what I want, too. If I change my mind after driving it for awhile, I’ll let you know ….😊 P.S. The Honda Passport would have been my second choice.

[@s.patterson5698]

I like the Venza but there is no beige option interior which I have always gotten in my vehicles. It just gives a more upscale appearance. Black interior is a no for me. The grey, maybe one day, but it just doesn't look as good as beige. In January I was actually looking at the Venza as my first SUV, but ended up with the MDX which gave me a Parchment interior color. I personally think the Venza is a good looking vehicle. The back, with those tailights, is superior looking. My wife actually was going to get the RDX but I hated the back lights so I literally spent $20,000 more to get her the MDX. If the RDX had a rear look like the Venza, I would have gotten that. But I totally like the Venza. It was just the lack of interior color option and I am not going to spend $40,000.00 on a vehicle and live with the feeling I had to settle. So other than the interior color I could definitely see myself with a Venza.

[@tvtechwonv27]

Lol what’s your fetish with beige interior?? 😂 When your driving you don’t even see the color of the seat so what’s the big deal?? SMH🤦‍♂️

[@annv4338]

Have you seen the boulder interior on the Venza? It looks like a beige.

[@s.patterson5698]

@annv4338 No I haven't. Will check it out!

[@midlifemom5829]

I have a 2021 MDX. I like it but sick and tired of paying for premium gas here is Southern California . So now eyeing the Venza . It seems to fit the bill for a bit of a luxury feel and gas efficiency. I'm too practical to pay more for Lexus hybrid. Would rather save $$$ and go step down .

[@dj3114]

I have a Rav hybrid and even a bit less cargo would not concern me because how often to you actually stack items that would impede vision? I'm more concerned about the lack of buttons vs the piano plastic on the info center. Also seems strange not rated for towing when it and Rav share the same power plant. The rav hybrid can handle 1750 (not much) but a small trailer.

[@gts447]

I’m choosing venza against new 2023 Honda crv hybrid sport so I’d be interested in how that cargo space compares to venza

[@craigo2142]

I like the looks inside and out. Wish you had compared it more to the Lexus NX or UX instead of the others. None of the others are hybrid and built for a different purpose.

[@CRVgarage]

Its a no brainer to buy the Venza LE instead of the Rav4 XLE for the same money.

[@stevestrawmatt4738]

I have a 2021 Venza XLE and it is a great vehicle. I have driven the RAV4 several times as I tend to get offered those for rentals (I always specify small SUV/Hatchback) The MPG's are great for its size. Nice passenger room, great styling, all day comfort. The Angled rear does cut storage space, that might be the only drawback. I have no regrets in purchasing this vehicle

[@semraaltunisik8575]

I have always attractive to Honda’s . Tried many Toyotas it wasn’t for me after I saw and drive this Toyota Venza. Wow what a comfortable ride and gas mileage for All Wheel drive it’s Hybrid and because of this design I don’t think I will go back to Honda again. And storage in the back is plenty for 4 of us we just come from trip. Dont even think twice. Try it! I don’t want to drive my family vehicles anymore this car had everything I’m looking for. My gas mileage is over 48 sometimes.

[@PurpleMeowKitty]

as soon as i saw this i knew i had 2 have it!!!! tried the rav but it did nothing 4 me--bought mine in 2020 just b4 the chip drama!!! luv luv luv my ride!!!! 😂

[@sophaman9193]

Thanks for sharing your video I owned a venza hybrid limited 2022 model year I really love it very comfortable quiet lexus like interior and exterior design excellent on gas I really don't care about cargo space to much Is big enough for me reliability is my concern I owned more than a year now no problem what so ever take care bye from milton Ontario Canada

[@jules5833]

Hey man, my old Venza isnt pretty but it’s a work horse, tried and true v6 and very little maintenance

[@naveenthemachine]

Your old venza is so much better in space and v6. The only thing it suffers from is fit and finish

[@BTC909]

Better off with a RAV4 Hybrid if you are willing to wait (depending on your market) / pay ADM's.

[@vadskar64]

FYI. Venza wait time is much longer than rav4 hybrid.

[@garylarson6386]

we love our 2023 venza hybrid no stopping for charge and 44 mpg and great accel

[@philsalsbery9994]

I'm looking to purchase a new 2023 Venza Limited for my wife, as she has fallen in love with this car. I only hope I can get it optioned without the glitzy stargazer roof. She'd prefer a traditional opening sunroof. She wants the gray color with black interior. Are the lead times very long?

[@annv4338]

I put my name on the list three months ago and was told 8 months to a year. Toyota has upped their production of the Venza lately and mine will be at the dealership in a month. So I was lucky and it only took 4 months. You can tell them what you would like but you basically get what you get. My salesman said I was lucky to get what I wanted. XLE in titanium glow with a boulder interior. The black interiors are easier to find. Good luck with your car search.

[@dannybryant6873]

Rav4 (hybrid, of course) probably the best competitor if you need a little more cargo space.

[@Throughthelurkingglass]

My stepmom just got a fully loaded one, same color as the review. very smooth

[@jordanr205]

For me it's perfect I don't need cargo. Groceries I can put in the back seat. It's the car for my wife and me in our golden years.

[@robertherman1146]

Really, how much cargo are people hauling around??

[@Paulydude2000]

Agree with you on styling.. its really good and prius is sick but small.

[@wendyhack8644]

I have a 2022 and I love it!

[@Doc1855]

I was going to buy a Venza but I couldn’t get it with Tan or Brown Leather interior.

[@SawyerRoderick]

Is it good for a 16 year old

[@tyreebecker8465]

I was a previous owner of a Honda Crosstour.....wish Honda would bring those back. I'm enjoying the Passport now due to a much needed tech upgrade

[@AbsoluteMdot]

Such a nice looking suv. It looks safe and comfortable

[@wurly164]

I just bought a 2024 limited great car

[@rayboudreault1452]

This is a nice truck I have a 2021, what’s unfortunate is that Toyota is not doing what’s right and repair or replace the high voltage plug that corrodes. Instead I have to wait to see if I’m going to have to pay to repair it or trade it away at three years so that I don’t get hit with a 6 thousand dollar repair.

[@journeyman291]

That's a new issue I haven't heard about.

[@rayboudreault1452]

@@journeyman291 I’ve been advised by Toyota they will honor the high voltage cable under warranty.

[@dannybryant6873]

Shouldn't this vehicle be compared to the CRV? Odyssey and Pilot and Passport are closely related vehicles at least one notch bigger than Vensa.

[@brucekalter4206]

CR-V is much bigger inside for cargo, but it's more expensive and has very uncomfortable seats.

[@dannybryant6873]

CRV hybrid might not have port injection. Thus inviting carbon fouling of intake track and backs of the intake valves.

[@TravelwithNJSteveandSue]

Since it's on the same platform as the Rav4, why is the Venza's cargo space less than the Rav4? Anyone know?

[@m.e.barringer1844]

I would go for the honda if it came in hybrid..If not , i would go for the venza

[@ms.b9093]

Definitely a forgotten SUV! It is really beautiful with great fuel economy! Too bad Toyota has decided to discontinue it after the 2024 model year and will replace it with the new Crown Signia at a much higher price point.

[@ethicpereira139]

I would like the cargo space improved and I do not like the back slope and tail light protruding design. The can be changed for me to consider the Venza.

[@ebroskie]

Just got a 21 Venza, love it!

[@Shambles7698]

Venza deserve the love it's like RAV 4 but more luxury side .and I think iove it looks reliable and dependable vehicle 👌

[@ecovango6675]

Yes only if you could get one😢 had one ordered and waited over a year and still no build date. So I gave up and bought a Mazda instead. I have been a loyal Toyota driver for over 25 years and Toyota is blowing it big time. Guess what Toyota there are other choices out there and sometimes they are better choices than Toyota. My Mazda has very little to no road noise. My Toyota always had lots of road noise. #HappyWithMyZoomZoom❤

[@ms.b9093]

May I ask which Mazda did you choose?

[@brigittebeltran6701]

We just bought this and it is a great car! 👍 Perfect and flawless! No regrets! 🎉

[@johngamba7912]

My wife has it. But would trade up to a Highlander Hybrid in a hearbeat, regretting not going that way, the first place. Many of the design elements are good. However I would say people that design the interior are just novices: ex. there’s no room for larger mobile phones let alone, one phone. And the charging is buried way in the back in the very impractical console where every crumb ends up in the sides. It’s just a stupid layout. Same issue with the infotainment system. You can call it intuitive but when you drive BMW I drive: compare that even from 10 years ago, you realize how far behind Toyota is especially in wireless CarPlay. Ps. Push button volume control is idiotic.

[@haydenlincicome7879]

I think one thing when you start comparing to atlas and other cars in it's class. If you live in the city this car does not feel like its in the same size class. Compared to the passport it's half a foot narrower. I have a narrow garage space and that disqualifies a large number of SUVs

[@baldheadlogic]

Great Review. I have a 23 Venza Limited. Was considering the NX hybrid but went with the Toyota. Great real world mpgs and fuel range. My biggest gripe so far is the small cargo area. 😊

[@barrypopock9883]

Have a 2021. Have to lower the seat so I don't bang my head getting in. And I'm only 5ft.8in. Other then that this car is excellent.

[@sharonb.9128]

Why did Toyota and reviewers position this as a “MIDSIZE” suv? It was never able to compete in that category. This is definitely a compact suv in the category with Mazda CX5, Sportage (which is bigger), the Rogue and CR-v. I guess Toyota did not want to cannibalize neither the NX 350 or RAV4 sales.

[@darbysuntrup1499]

My next vehicle is VENZA, as in victorious. I am not even looking for something else!!!

[@andrewmaksym1759]

I took 2023 Venza for the ride, I got very disappointed, expensive and sort of boring so I decided for used 2015 Venza, 1/4 of the price, well 95K on the odometer but I still enjoy it more then the new Venza with only 10 miles driven. Both have poor visibility but the new one seems to be even worse. Fuel economy it’s not important to me as I don’t drive a lot but it’s probably the only thing the new Venza has an advantage over the old one. And the 2015 can tow, not to much but it can contrary to the 2023 model.

[@alexanderfilippov1075]

Why are reviewers talking about sportiness of SUVs? This is super silly. SUV's are purchased for comfort and functionality. Sportiness is the last thing customers of SUVs care about. Though, the reviewer puts sportiness at the first place.

[@NNNedlog]

This is a very beautiful vehicle

[@stanmisiak5634]

I would choose tthe Venue for the economy I don't need a larger cargo area

[@netman88]

Toyota didn't give the Venza a fair chance in the market. There almost none available in our area and now they want to cancel it after 2024.

[@spenguinfan2967]

We have a 2012 Venza AWD V-6. It is a perfect car. If we could get a new one just like it, we’d snap it up. The new one is only a hybrid and is too small and too slow.

[@semraaltunisik8575]

It’s not slow I come from V6 engine world all my cars was V6 and I can’t see the difference. Plus Saving so much gas with this car and so quite too compare to older models

[@UCP-e4g]

And it's made in Japan.

[@isaaclopez1592]

I’d go for this model if the back seats dropped to an even 90 degrees

[@KhrissyDaDon]

The problem is this vehicle isn't pushed enough by Toyota! And it's in a awkward space between a RAV4 and a NX!

[@maddyp.w.6326]

Love my Venza…❤😊

[@arslanmoghal5472]

Very nice video review Thanks 👍

[@johndinicola4189]

nice overview....thanks!

[@MidgleyRoss]

This car would do well in SA

[@hepburndavis]

As a vehicle, The Venza found itself in the twilight zone between the Toyota Highlander and The Lexus lineup. It was bound to fail, there is really no market because on one hand it’s too nice and on the other, it’s not nice enough.

[@hanko5750]

I tend to compare the Venza to the RAV4h and Lexus NX350h. As for a Honda comparison that would be the CRV ... for sure would not consider a JEEP .. yikes!

[@brucetruong2023]

I’ll buy this one, I’ll sacrifice cargo space for more reliable and sexy looking car. Thanks for the review.

[@jamespawlowski4310]

Good review.

[@Hallowsaw]

Luxurious interior.... its barely above standard toyota.

[@maxih2877]

Suitable review my man.

[@grafenr.3405]

Vehicle looks good

[@journeyman291]

The real issues in all the brands and models post covid is the complete meltdown of the so called safety features aka electronics in these vehicles. All the car companies are acting like they're Tesla smart but have no idea how to build a computer on wheels. Check out any brand owners forum and there's nothing but horror stories. All these computer chips that tells me i can't cross the white line on a baron road, that thinks I'm too stupid to check my mirrors or cant see whats in front of me. Then the app you're connected to will tell your insurance company you're not playing by the rules so tour rates go uo and your credit score goes down. Its coming to a reality near you soon. If u think im kidding just look at China.

[@Knuck_Knucks]

Thanks!

[@Doc1855]

I LOVED the Venza and was wanting to buy a Limited but again I refuse to buy another vehicle with 34 year old depressing old dated gloomy Gray or Coffin Black interior colors, that became popular in 1990.

[@billjahner5839]

I would go with a RAV4

[@ms.b9093]

The Rav4 is due for a redesign! It's dated AF! Especially it's interior and infotainment. Not to mention it's engine is ridiculously loud!

[@kiakad7603]

Ben a is Toyota!, means truth and reliable!!, not American advertising or European bullshits!!

[@benjaminmeza5372]

Why are suv cars getting smaller and smaller? And every bit of the front of the car is made of .....Plastic.

[@alexmorales3484]

Price, price and price is a no no.

[@howlingwolf125y]

Thanks for the nice review... I like a lot about this Venza, but I would never buy one. And that is a shame because this is a nice vehicle. I am 6' 2" with a semi long torso. I sat in a Venza, and I was shocked at how bad the outward visibility was when you try to look out and look around. Good visibility is so important for safe driving - and just driving enjoyment in general.. I felt like I was in a very low ceiling cave. The A-pillars also are too laid back which further hurts visibility. If only Toyota would have raised the roof about 3 or 4 inches - and made it more boxy. This would have fixed the problem and made this a very nice vehicle. Unfortunately Toyota blew this one.. For anyone that wants to buy one - visibility is so bad that I really worry about safety. Auto accidents are expensive and can be terrible for your health. I would make sure you have good auto insurance and good health insurance if you are determined to buy one of these.

[@lz6364]

I agree. It felt a bit cramped, but not bc of the actual interior space but more due to the high seat position. At least for me. Even when I lowered it to the lowest I could see the speedometer well. It's made well though! I just think it might bug me after a while

[@ddavid26]

Seems like this guy just hates the Venza . He even compares it with passport and grand Cherokee LOL. Where u find this guy from

[@naveenthemachine]

No he’s right. I agree with him. The venza is meant to be a competitor to the grand Cherokee and passport. And it’s higher priced than all compact cuvs

[@HerbRosenberger]

Very poor assessment. This is a great vehicle

[@tyroneshoelace4872]

Too bad this car is discontinued.

[@alexglikman8629]

Same vehicle like rav 4.

[@paulm6481]

A Lexus 🐺 in Toyota’s 🐑 clothing

[@jtomtl]

It’s not Venza, it’s call harrier, this guy should know better, he is Japanese!

[@pyamane8115]

Harrier in Japan, Venza in US and Canada. He is of Japanese ancestry but does not live in Japan.

[@mjbucar]

Styling kills any REAL practicality for this vehicle and I should think that it will just fade into the history books - again.

[@albongo3949]

It looks horrible

[@naveenthemachine]

The venza is just an awful. It deserves to be overlooked. I’m shocked people are buying it considering how compromised it is. The seats are cramped, trunk is small, it has touch sensitive controls, weird turn signal placement, and it’s overpriced I’d blindly go Honda or Jeep

[@dtay8913]

Ditto

[@vadskar64]

Did you drove one? I switched from Audi Q5 to 2023 limited. No regrets. On any level.

[@naveenthemachine]

@@vadskar64 I’ve driven the venza and it felt claustrophobic. More claustrophobic than my 2020 Camry. And the touch sensitive controls were just a nonstarter as well as the useless star gaze roof which looks cool but useless in practice

[@it1988a]

Never a popular car, yes. Bit who's gonna pay $70k+ for any car in this depressionary Obiden economy?

[@wendyhack8644]

Lol I paid 30,00 for my Venza.

[@radguurl]

No way it's 70k, what are you talking about? The fully loaded, top line limited edition is 45k msrp.

[@reserva120]

are You Comparing Price or Size "Class"/// ??? otherwise makes zero sense..