If you know, you know! 2023 Toyota Venza Shines with 40 MPG, Roomy Interior

One of the more overlooked vehicles in their lineup, the 2023 Toyota Venza is really good. Publisher Tim Esterdahl shows off the two-row SUV and talks room, MPG and price.
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[@arhamkhakwani5851]

It’s honestly sad that the Venza is getting discontinued again. Sure there’s the new Crown Signia, but I really loved the Venza. All around amazing design and tech. I was lucky enough to sit in multiple top trim vehicles in a Toyota Dealerhsip (Crown, Prius, Highlander, RAV4, Venza, Tundra and Sienna) and somehow, the Venza tied with the Crown had BY FAR the most comfortable seats. Idk why since they use similar seating frames with the exception of the Tundra, but those 2 had AMAZING levels of comfort

[@jimthumerzs2301]

I found the same thing was true while hopping between different Toyotas at a car show. The Venza seemed to have a seat that I felt instantly at home in.

[@DLK262]

I’ve got a 2021 and absolutely love it. LE model still is a great offering.

[@cwqrpportable]

The Venza has always been a desirable vehicle, this generation is even better.I like it.....

[@RobbyDeGraff]

Super underrated vehicle on the market, thanks for giving it some praise!

[@Pickuptrucktalk]

That’s Robby for commenting.

[@butchygensemer5316]

I traded in my 2020 Rav4 XSE hybrid for a 2023 Venza Limited. It is head and shoulders above the Rav in comfort and quietness. I put 103k miles on the Rav and I couldn't wait to get something a bit nicer. The Venza is perfect if you want a Lexus like ride and a premium interior. It's not as nice as Lexus but it's close. Consider saving $20k versus an RX and it's a no brainer. Again not as top notch as an RX but it's very good. BTW, I get better gas milage vs the 2020 Rav4 hybrid and I can put the cheap gas in and it purrs like a happy kitty all day long. You can't (shouldn't) do that in a Lexus. It's really one of the best deals out there and totally overlooked in my opinion. Thanks for the video, totally reinforces what my experience has been. Cheers!

[@bubba4072]

Thanks, Tim! That fuel economy paired with the available space is impressive. 👍

[@Kreuzauge]

I love my 2023 Venza Limited. Incredible city mpg if you drive like you’re not in a hurry. Super comfortable.

[@sophaman9193]

I owned a venza hybrid limited 2022 model year it is a beautiful SUV excellent on gas beautiful ride quiet why toyota discontinued again i don't understand i think toyota should use the harrier name instead of the venza and rate to tow that all thanks for sharing your video take care bye from milton Ontario Canada

[@zapcity8992]

Finally a thumbnail without a "Thinking Tim"

[@Pickuptrucktalk]

LOL. Yeah I overplay that sometimes.

[@zapcity8992]

Thinking Tim, Perplexed Tim, Contemplative Tim, Discerning Tim...

[@Pickuptrucktalk]

@@zapcity8992 😂 I had one guy say I looked like I was constipated.

[@Dusdaddy]

Dammit Tim, it really is getting hard to dislike Toyota anymore. I used to pass on them because of their "quirky" conservative settings & controls but they seem to be leaning more mainstream with that. And hard to argue with their superior hybrid technology which is an easier sell than an EV.

[@Pickuptrucktalk]

Agreed. They have definitely stepped up their game for design. Now, I don't like all their models, but they do have some exceptional ones.

[@Dusdaddy]

@@Pickuptrucktalk Yep. The joke about the beige Camry doesn't work as well anymore. Hell, I may even buy a Taco or Land Cruiser, once the full story about them is out.

[@ToyotaChrisWI]

I’d have a Venza if it had towing capabilities. Will be looking forward to the Crown Signia. 😊

[@DaveInCanada081]

Absolutely on my list. That V6 and transmission is so incredible. Whisper quiet and silky smooth with that V6. Sold! Sold! Sold! Oh wait! I don't feel like waiting until 2025 to get one.

[@ALMX5DP]

Huh?

[@ALMX5DP]

1:20 I thought the RAV4 is identical in size to this.

[@lawrenceralph7481]

Venza is nice. RAV LE Plus is a better value. Plus you get the choice front wheel drive and ICE. For probably 10k less.

[@jellybelly7015]

I just want to know how I get 50 mpg?

[@ALMX5DP]

2:33 Prime models are PHEVs though.

[@hss8973]

Is it slow with that I-4 and eCVT

[@bLuDrGn2011]

From stop, it's quick off the line with the electric torque; getting to 60mph is about low 7s. It can overtake just fine and very stable in 80+.

[@stevehenderson2571]

Is the a step down from a RX350 Lexus?

[@Pickuptrucktalk]

Hmm… that’s a good question. I want to say yes since the RAV4 is smaller than the Rx350.

[@DaveInCanada081]

That sunroof(is that what they call them these days?) can't stand them!

[@jw8578]

Car seating height?

[@Pickuptrucktalk]

What do you mean?

[@jw8578]

Is seat height getting in from outside similar to a car or SUV?

[@Pickuptrucktalk]

@@jw8578 Gotcha. SUV for sure. This is as tall as the RAV4 and that’s about 2x as high as compared to say a Camry.

[@flyfishdon]

Too bad they are discontinuing this model in '25.

[@mikewilliams2486]

We had one. It was okay but it’s a car that will looked dated very quick. We got rid of ours for 2k more than we bought it new in 2022. Don’t miss it.

[@hss8973]

I don't it will looked dated, but that's just my opinion

[@olesyakoktyan6713]

Venus is getting canned which is unfortunate. Way too many cross overs and suvs in Toyotas line up.