Not so long ago, on Russian market a car appeared that has been trying to conquer the US market for several years. We are talking about Toyota Venza, which was developed for North America, but then marketers decided that such a car could take its rightful place in Europe and Russia.
In 2013 Toyota venza underwent restyling aimed at rejuvenating the audience of this car, but this procedure was not supported by an improvement in the dynamic characteristics of the car, and therefore this step did not achieve much success.
But in any case, the car has its advantages, and therefore its customers. In this review of Toyota Venza, we will tell you what has changed in the car and how it appears to Russian motorists.
Updated exterior
The exterior of the Toyota Venza has always been a little brutal, and the 2013 update further emphasized this crossover trait.
Crossover 2014 model year, front view
By the way, the 2014 model remained unchanged, so everything said in this review is also suitable for the 2014 Toyota Venza.
From the American counterpart, the European version is distinguished by the presence of a steel crankcase protection, an anti-corrosion coating, and the absence of options for choosing power units, but more on that below in the text.
The facelifted 2013 Toyota Venza features a redesigned grille, bright LED headlights and subtle bumpers.
It is worth noting that, according to the owners, the headlights are very powerful and well illuminate the area in front of the car.
Overall dimensions of Toyota Venza 2013:
- Length - 4833 mm
- Width - 1905 mm
- Height - 1610 mm
Equipment:
- Elegans
- Elegance Plus
- Prestige
Toyota Venza colors
Crossover interior
Sitting in the salon new Toyota Venza, you immediately understand that the original car was not created for our market. There is not just a lot of space inside, but a lot. But let's talk about everything in order.
Interior of the updated beige crossover
First of all, it should be noted the excellent ergonomics of the cabin. It is easy to reach everything here, and the readings of the instruments are easy to read.
Although the interior is quite simple, and not expensive materials are used for finishing, it all looks decent, and the car does not pretend to be a premium class.
The driver's seat is large and comfortable, but only until you start to deviate from the straight path. The complete absence of lateral support simply will not allow you to sit quietly in sharp turns, you have to hold on to the steering wheel.
The car, from the very beginning, kind of tells you that it is not made for sporty driving.
Plus the driver's seat in the memory function, which, however, for safety, does not turn on while driving.
The interior of Toyota Venza is equipped with a good audio system, a color display that is somewhat non-modern, although it does its job well. Also in the car there are a lot of convenient compartments for your things, only in the front part, the volume of all pockets is 14 liters.
The pluses include a large glazing area and, as a result, a good view, although, judging by the reviews about Toyota Venza, with an increase of more than 190 cm, all this is not relevant.
Also, the salon is equipped with two hatches:
- The front can be opened
- The rear hatch plays the role of a transparent roof. Despite this its presence, it adds comfort and makes the interior lighter and more spacious.
The free space in the back deserves special praise. ...
This car has a lot of free space in the back.
Three people can easily fit in the back row, although the seats are molded for two passengers and therefore the third will not be so comfortable because of the hard back, which, when lowered, turns into an armrest. The rear seat backrests can be tilted.
The trunk of Toyota Venza is also large in size, its volume is 975 liters, and if this is not enough for you, then lowering the backs of the rear seats, you will get 2000 liters of free space in the luggage compartment.
Trunk with rear seats partially folded
The trunk has an electric opening and closing function.
Noise isolation is at a fairly good level, the sound of the street hardly penetrates into the interior.
Family dynamics
One engine and one gearbox are offered at the buyer's choice. Probably so that customers do not suffer for a long time before buying.
This unusual, spacious car Toyota venza assembled in the USA based on Toyota Camry... It combines big sizes, average cross-country ability and a high level of comfort. In Russia, the updated Toyota Venza is sold only with a 2.7-liter engine with a capacity of 185 hp, but in the cheapest configuration it has almost everything you want, including a panoramic roof. This SUV is very laid back and is designed primarily for leisurely, comfortable rides. Very smooth running and good job the suspensions together with the cozy interior create a feeling of calmness and distraction from the outside world. All this does this car family, suitable for long journeys. However, its off-road qualities should not be overestimated. The four-wheel drive is connected by a clutch, so it is better not to drive off-road.
Toyota Venza Review:
When you sit in the salon of the new Toyota Venza, you immediately feel spacious and comfortable. The 1.9-meter width of this car is immediately felt - the distance from the seat to the door is significant. Double glazing and massive doors create a sense of security. Thanks to them, by the way, the car has excellent sound insulation. An unusual solution catches the eye already upon landing in Venza - the doors are made in such a way that they close the thresholds. It is very convenient, because, for example, for me, when landing in my former cars in a dirty season, I often had to shake off my trouser leg due to the fact that my leg was rubbing against the dirty outer part of the threshold. In this station wagon, this is excluded, because only the door from the outside gets dirty. The driver's seat looks like a home chair or even a sofa - it has almost no side supports, because of this, the driver's body is almost not fixed and a feeling of imposingness is created. Considering that in sports and dynamic performance this car does not stand out in any way, then, in principle, a special fixation of the driver is not needed here. Freedom, space and convenience - this is what you first feel while sitting behind the wheel of a Venza.
In terms of handling, one can note a very smooth ride, a suspension that absorbs all irregularities and an electric power steering with variable effort. At high speed, the steering wheel becomes heavier, this gives more stability when driving on the track. Outside the city, by the way, Venza rides like a tank - confidently and unshakably. Cheerful automatic transmission gears skillfully and in time changes gears in such a way as to maintain constantly that range of engine speeds at which the required torque is created. The low center of gravity of the car allows cornering with minimal heel, which, although felt, is negligible. This station wagon is also very stable due to the presence of the VSC stability control system.
In winter, this crossover is very warm. The engine warms up quickly and the stove works fine. Air vents for the rear passengers, passing through the center armrest, will keep them from freezing. The disadvantage of this solution is that the temperature in the armrest with the stove turned on is quite high and it will not work to store food there. And there is plenty of room in the center console. The armrest lid slides up to reveal a deep “drawer”, plus the lid with cup holders slides to the side to reveal another deep storage space. On the front panel in the central part there is a convenient niche for a telephone, as well as USB / AUX connectors.
Specifications:
Class - crossover
Body - station wagon
Drive - front or full AWD, plug-in, intelligent torque distribution
Engine 1 - 1AR-FE, gasoline, 4 cylinders in a row, 2.7 L, 185 HP, 2013
Engine 2 - V6, gasoline, 6 cylinders V-shaped, 3.5 liters, 268 HP, 2013 (US only)
Volume - 2.7, 3.5 l
Power - 185-268 hp. with.
Torque 1 - 247 Nm, 4200 rpm
Torque 2 - 336 Nm, 4700 rpm
Number of valves - 16 or 24 DOHC
Compression ratio - 10.0
Fuel injection - multipoint, SFI
Engine management system - Dual VVT-i, double electronic change of timing
Timing drive - chain.
Gearbox - automatic, 6-speed
Number of seats - 5
Fuel tank- 67 liters
Fuel - AI-95
Fuel consumption (city) - 12.3-13.3 l / 100 km
Fuel consumption (highway) - 7.1-8 l / 100 km
Acceleration to 100 km / h - 9.9-10.6 seconds
Maximum speed- 180 km / h
Complete set:
Elegance 2.7 AT - petrol, 2.7 l, 185 hp, automatic transmission 6-speed., Front-wheel drive
Elegance Plus 2.7 AT - petrol, 2.7 l, 185 hp, automatic transmission 6-speed., AWD four-wheel drive
Prestige 2.7 AT - petrol, 2.7 l, 185 hp, automatic transmission 6-speed., AWD four-wheel drive
Primary colors- Attitude Black (black), Cypress Pearl (white), Cosmic Gray Mica (gray).
V Russian Toyota The Venza is only available with a 2.7 liter engine. Engine power is enough to easily move a fairly large station wagon. The box, like the suspension, runs smoothly and smoothly. Fans of sports acceleration and maneuvers will like other cars.
Dimensions:
Length, width, height - 4833 x 1905 x 1610 mm
Wheelbase - 2775 mm
Clearance (ground clearance) - 205 mm
Front overhang - 953 mm
Rear overhang - 1105 mm
Turning circle - 11.92 m
Full mass- 2340 kg
Battery capacity - 65 A / h
Trunk volume - 975 liters, with the seats folded - 1988 liters
The volume of space in the center armrest - 14.7 L
Tire size - R19 245/55 or R20 245/50
The size of the wheels - 5 × 114.3 ET35 d60.1, light-alloy
Driving performance:
Entry angle - 17 degrees
Departure angle - 21 degrees
Comfort:
Climate control - dual-zone, air ducts for rear passengers.
Cruise control - steering wheel buttons.
Steering wheel - electric booster, variable force from speed, control buttons.
Air ducts - for the 2nd row of seats.
Engine start - Push Start button.
Windshield- electric heating of the wiper area.
Rearview mirror - electrochromic coating.
Side mirrors - repeaters of turns, heating, electric drive, view of blind spots, auto tilt when driving backwards.
Driver's seat - electrically adjustable, 8 directions, lumbar support.
Passenger seat - electrically adjustable, 4 directions, lumbar support.
Front seats - active head restraints, multilevel heating.
Armrest - front movable.
Window regulators - 4 pieces, electric, auto.
Another convenient solution - when starting the engine with a button, the driver's seat moves forward, to the position that the system has memorized for you. When the ignition is turned off, the seat automatically slides back smoothly for easy entry and exit. For big cars such a system is very convenient. And when you consider that the seat looks like a pillow, you can jump on it in the style of a home chair.
In the side mirrors, angled inserts are made along the edges, which are designed to improve the visibility of blind spots. Because of them, the overall visibility on the side mirrors is slightly lost. Perhaps you just need to get used to them.
Suspension:
Front - independent, spring, MacPherson, stabilizer.
Rear - independent, spring, MacPherson, longitudinal and wishbones, stabilizer.
Four-wheel drive - plug-in, intelligent, automatic torque distribution, multi-plate clutch (Elegance Plus, Prestige).
Front axle load - maximum 1090-1135 kg.
Rear axle load - maximum 1205-1250 kg.
Brake system:
Front brakes - disc, ventilated.
Rear brakes- disk.
ABS.
Body:
The roof is panoramic, glass.
The hatch is an electric drive.
Glasses - front side laminated.
Backdoor- electric drive.
Security:
Signaling.
Immobilizer.
central locking- DU.
Access - Smart Entry (Prestige).
Pillows - 7 pieces, 2 front, 2 side, 2 side inflatable curtains for all rows, driver's knee.
High beam- autoswitching (Prestige).
Equipment:
Headlights - bi-xenon, washers.
Daytime running lights- LED.
Fog lights - front, lamp in rear bumper.
Rear-view camera, static markings (Elegance Plus, Prestige).
Sensors - lights, rear parking sensors (all sets), front parking sensors (Prestige).
Salon:
Audio 1 - Entune, AM / FM / CD, 6 speakers, Bluetooth (Elegance, Elegance Plus).
Audio 2 - premium JBL, AM / FM / CD, iPod, 13 speakers (Prestige).
Display 1 - LCD, color, multifunction, 3.5 ″.
Display 2 - TFT, color, multifunctional, 6.1 ″.
Navigation - Russian language, hard drive (Prestige).
Management - voice (Prestige).
Connectors - USB, AUX.
Cup holders - 2 pieces in the center console, lighting.
Seats - leather (in all trim levels).
Rear seats - center armrest with 2 cupholders, adjustable backrest tilt.
Electronic systems:
- anti-lock ABS
- traction control TRAC
- EPS electric power steering
- directional stability VSC
- distribution brake EBD efforts
- emergency braking BAS
- help uphill HAC
Toyota Venza accessories:
- Mudguards - Front and Rear
- Rear bumper - trim, stainless steel
- Hood - deflector
- Doors - protective film for outside handles, moldings
- Wheels - secret nuts, repair kit
- Trunk - nets for securing loads, bags with compartments
- Salon - ashtray in a cup holder, rubber or textile mats
- Navigation - Touch and Go Plus
Prices depending on the configuration:
Elegance 2.7 AT - RUB 1,637,000.
Elegance Plus 2.7 AT AWD - RUB 1,738,000.
Prestige 2.7 AT AWD - RUB 1,738,000.
Prices for new cars of 2014 release in showrooms are indicated for information purposes only and are subject to change, taking into account the promotions and special offers of dealers.
You can also buy used Toyota Venza according to ads. The dependence of the price on the year of manufacture can be seen in the diagram:
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Past models, until 2013, differ from the new ones only in minor changes to the body - the radiator grill and the shape of the headlights.
New Toyota model Venza 2013 and 2014 is of course better to buy from official dealers... After all new car always better than a used one. Before buying a new car, be sure to sign up for a test drive and try driving performance, feel the car, try to understand all its nuances and subtleties. If, by a combination of factors, you like it, then feel free to buy. And the reliability of the Toyota brand a priori will allow us to cast aside all doubts.
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Video review of the car:
Test drive Toyota Venza 2014 with Alexander Mikhelson:
Another test drive Toyota Venza 2014 in the "Moscow rules" program - review, check off-road qualities, characteristics for extreme driving:
Can you say something about this car? If you have driven this car, share your impressions of handling, emotions and experience in service, it will be interesting to know your opinion and stories.
Toyota Venza combines the qualities of a minivan and a station wagon, complemented by exquisite design and functionality. This model is suitable for active young families, combining good business class handling even in poor traffic conditions.
One of the most controversial representatives of Toyota Venza in an updated form has been on sale since mid-2013. A cute family station wagon with all the makings of a crossover takes an intermediate place between a minivan and a full-fledged SUV.
Price the car is not small. Front wheel drive version of auto, available from 1.57 million rubles, a four-wheel drive, depending on the configuration, is already in the range 1.67-1.77 million rubles... Despite the price, the car easily competes with other purchase options in cases where there is no need to purchase a full-fledged SUV, and the emphasis is more on comfort.
Exterior
Traditionally, when updating a car, the car receives an updated bumper. Not without such a change this time.
The original false radiator grille seems to flow into the air intake, neatly bending around the power protrusion of the bumper itself. General impression from the front, as if emphasizing the muscularity of the car. At the same time, there is not even a hint of imposingness or excessively large dimensions. Strong, harmonious car.
The front optics are fused together with the false grille pattern. And Japanese designers did not produce excessively emphasized manufacturability. There are also no flashy stampings on the side panels of the body. But understanding from the class of the car in this regard only increases. It is remarkable that they are moderately large wheels (R 20) they are not perceived as such. They're just in time.
The food also looks fresh, without unnecessary frills, only taillights somewhat refresh the classic design.
Interior
For the updated Toyota Venza, talking about the quality of materials is somehow inappropriate. Everything is thought out and assembled just well. First of all, it should be noted that this car justifies its functional purpose. Here, indeed, ideal conditions and space are created for the rear passengers. Maybe a little rustic microclimate maintenance system.
But this is still the lot of cars premium class... But seat also have their own adjustments, heating system. Trunk is also good. All of their Over 900 liters, he can provide to meet the needs of both the head of the family and his entire family. The luggage will fit here very different.
The front seats are also not deprived of comfort. The steering wheel and driver's seat adjustments will be enough for a person of any size. The very same center console built according to the fashionable now the principle of "minimalism" when there are not many controls. Everything is reduced to touch screen... And from the available familiar mechanical handles, there are only steering column switches, several buttons on the steering wheel and center console.
Power block
The main motor, which remains the only one for the domestic market, is 2.7 liter engine... He is ready to show all his 185 h.p., at the same time, it has an average dynamics (about 10 s / 100 km), but is not slow. For a car weighing nearly two tons, acceleration can be called confident at any speed.
The driver is deprived of a choice among the transmission options, since mechanical box with a car they simply do not offer. But also six-speed automatic quite reliable, and not seen in obvious failures in work.
In total, this pair (engine and automatic transmission) is able not to upset its owner, keeping within fuel consumption in the combined cycle of 10 liters per hundred, regardless of the type of drive used.
Toyota Venza has confirmed its high status when equipping systems active safety ... Wrong, there is not a single one that you would remember, but this car did not have it.
Test drive Toyota Venza
Until recently, the Toyota Venza crossover was intended exclusively for sales in the North American market. However, with the release updated version Venza 2014 model year, presented at the prestigious auto show in New York, became a crossover in Russia.
City car
Objectively speaking, the Venza is not a full-fledged crossover in the conventional sense. If we approach the classification strictly, this model is rather a universal off-road, which occupies an intermediate niche between traditional station wagons and crossovers. As a confirmation, we can also cite the fact that when designing the Venza, the platform of the well-known Camry sedan of the previous generation was used.
Nevertheless, Japanese manufacturers persistently position their model precisely as a crossover, referring to a decent ground clearance, the presence of a powerful power unit, as well as a system all-wheel drive... Be that as it may, you can classify the car in one class or another, but you should not count on the serious off-road capabilities of the Toyota Venza. Even with the available arsenal, broken country or blurred forest roads for the presented car are clearly contraindicated.
First of all, large front and rear overhangs of the body will not allow the owner of Venza to become a conqueror of even light off-road terrain. The massive bumpers overhanging the front and rear are very easy to damage when parking near high curbs, not to mention the low-quality suburban primer.
Exterior of the novelty
The car update affected, first of all, it appearance... Venza received a new grille, updated bumpers and headlights. Outside mirrors acquired turn signal repeaters, which, according to most owners of the previous generation car, was a big plus. The design of the rims has also changed.
In the design of the external appearance of the car, the designers used a moderate amount of chrome, giving the car solidity and making it quite elegant at the same time. Speaking about the exterior as a whole, we can say with confidence that the car has freshened up and matured, as if it was prepared to conquer not the most simple Russian realities.
Dimensions Toyota Venza 2014 model year is comparable to the size of the Camry sedan, which became the basis for updated crossover... True, the Venza is much taller: with a car length of 4,833 mm, its height is 1,610 mm, the width of the car corresponds to 1,900 mm, the wheelbase of the model is 2,775 mm, and the vehicle's ground clearance is 205 mm. Depending on the modification, the curb weight of the crossover is 1 860 kg for the version with front wheel axle drive. The four-wheel drive vehicle weighs 1,945 kg.
One of the advantages of the machine is its volume luggage compartment... This figure for Venza is 975 liters.
Half a step to premium
Getting behind the wheel of a car, you notice the elegance and luxury of the interior design. In the interior trim of the car, the designers generously used inserts for valuable varieties of wood or carbon. Armchairs and wheel covered with high quality leather, and dashboard flaunts beautiful LED backlighting. The center console is crowned with a large LCD display for the multimedia on-board system. Even higher is a smaller screen, which displays service data from most of the vehicle's operating systems.
The interior of the car is very ergonomic. Convenience of the driver's workplace and passenger seats has long become a kind of visiting card for the overwhelming majority of models of the Japanese concern. Venza was no exception. Even the gear lever, which is unusual for Russian motorists, is located high in the American way on the center console, provides the necessary comfort when changing gears.
For the comfort of the rear sofa passengers, seat backs with individual adjustments, a folding armrest equipped with cup holders, a heating system, and niches for storing small things are provided. In addition to the elegance of design and ease of landing, it is worth noting the presence of space in the car. Folding the back row of seats ( rear seats crossovers are transformed in a ratio of 40:60), the car can be turned into a roomy station wagon.
Technical features
If in North American markets there are two power unit, then Russian buyers have no choice. Domestic dealers Japanese company offer cars with a single gasoline engine... The youngest of the two North American engines, the 2.7-liter four-cylinder 1AR-FE unit, was chosen for its role.
The presented 16-valve engine is equipped with a gas distribution mechanism with a reliable chain drive and a Dual VVT-I gas distribution system. The engine has undergone modernization specifically for the operation of the car in Russian conditions. This is reflected in a slight increase in maximum power, which now stands at 185 hp. at 5,800 rpm. Peak torque updated motor 1AR-FE falls on the 247 Nm mark, achieved at 4,200 rpm. These characteristics are quite enough for an almost two-ton car to accelerate to one hundred km / h in 9.5 seconds, with a speed ceiling of 185 km / h. Moreover, the dynamic performance of the car could be even better if the developers provided for the possibility of installing a manual transmission. However, the Toyota Venza is equipped exclusively with a six-speed sequential automatic transmission.
The basic equipment option provides for the use of front wheel drive... More expensive modifications of the Venza are equipped with a drive to both wheel axles. In this case, a plug-in version of the all-wheel drive system is used, when, when the front axle is slipping, the multi-plate clutch provides traction to the rear pair of wheels.
The car is not particularly fuel efficient. So, if the declared consumption of the front-wheel drive version of the crossover is about 12.5 liters of 95th gasoline per 100 kilometers in urban traffic conditions, then four-wheel drive vehicle will require at least 13.5 liters of gasoline per hundred in the city. In the suburban cycle, the car is more economical, consuming 7 and 8 liters of fuel, respectively.
Safety first
The refusal of the company's management to supply cars to Russia with a flagship 6-cylinder 3.5-liter engine can be explained quite simply. A more expensive SUV is equipped with similar motors. Toyota Highlander... Japanese marketers decided not to provoke potential buyers to abandon the more expensive (and more profitable for the company) car in favor of the Venza with a powerful engine.
Talking about others technical features crossover, it is worth noting that the suspension updated Toyota The Venza is fully independent front and rear. The designers used MacPherson struts in both cases, however, given the specifics of Russian roads, the car's suspension received special settings. The front wheels are equipped with ventilated disc brakes, while cheaper non-ventilated discs are installed at the rear.
Already in basic version brake system the car is supplemented with a whole scattering of electronic assistants: from the usual anti-lock braking system, to the systems of distribution of forces during braking, traction control and assistance when starting up the hill. Obviously, the maximum attention was paid by the designers of the car to ensure the highest level of safety for the driver and passengers. Even the initial versions of the car are equipped with many airbags, as well as front seats with a special function to provide lumbar support and a safety hatch.
In Russia, the 2014 Toyota Venza is presented in three trim levels: Elegance, Elegance Plus, and Prestige. As a starting point, the Elegance package includes the presence of xenon headlights and LED backlight daytime running, panoramic roof with sunroof, dual-zone climate control, leather steering wheel and seats, the front pair of which is electrically adjustable. In addition, the car is equipped with cruise control, rain and light sensors, parking sensors and many other options.
Pros and cons of the model
The obvious advantages of Toyota Venza include the wealth of vehicle equipment. This statement is quite true even for the initial versions of the crossover. High-quality finishing materials and modern electronic driver assistants bring a solid japanese crossover to the level of premium cars, which the owners of the model cannot but like.
As for the shortcomings, perhaps the main one is the noise insulation of the cabin, which is useless for a car of this level. At times, it seems that there is simply no soundproofing treatment of the body. Significant front and rear overhangs of the car body are also a clear disadvantage. With a large ground clearance, the overhangs of the body practically negate the off-road inclinations of the car. Not the best characteristic machine is and fuel consumption- you can safely add another 10-15% to the declared manufacturers figures.
The creators of the car have something to work on, and therefore, the overall rating of the car is 4.
Having managed to be the owner of a rather extensive lineup cars, among which there were models of brands Audi, Opel, I and Toyota Camry owned, after which I moved to Land Cruiser prado, but not for long, literally a week after the purchase, I changed it to Toyota Venza, I can say with complete confidence that only the last car was able to fully satisfy my requests in all respects. For a long time I was looking for a large-sized car in which I could feel comfortable and status. And finally I found it. The main advantage is spaciousness and amazing functionality.
A year ago, I became the proud owner of a 2010 Toyota Venza urban crossover. Its progenitor was the Toyota Camry, which I used to drive with pleasure for about 3 years, so I know the cars of this brand firsthand.
The machine "eats" gasoline, feeding a 2.7-liter engine of the 1AR-FE series, equipped with 4 cylinders, 182 hp. The main advantage of this unit is the presence of a timing belt with a chain drive, a Dual VVT-I gas distribution system, as well as 16 DOHC valves. The unit accelerates the car up to 100 km / h in just 9 seconds, a high-spirited car, obedient, easy to control, which is provided by an electric booster, which has been supplemented by a rack and pinion steering mechanism. Speaking of gasoline and speed, one cannot fail to mention consumption. According to my calculations, in urban mode, 13 liters of fuel are consumed per 100 kilometers. When driving on the highway, the dependence of the flow rate on the speed is traced:
At a speed not exceeding 120 km / h, the consumption is 10.5 liters;
160 km / h - 11.5 HP
The numbers generally coincide with those declared by the manufacturer.
Separately, I would like to dwell on the dimensions, which played an important role for me. The length of the car is 4800 m, in width it stretches for 1905 mm, its height is 1610 mm. Clearance - 205 mm. By the way, comparing the ride on snow-covered roads of poor quality (ordinary dirt road) on the Land Cruiser Prado and Toyota Wenza, the latter showed much greater stability than the Land Cruiser, which was "skidded" at turns.
The braking system is equipped with a fairly extensive set of electronic assistants, the usefulness of which I was able to appreciate. Terrain features and poor quality of roads forced me to pay attention to the presence of traction control and hill start assistance systems. But Venza, in addition to these systems, if there are other assistants, in particular, in a critical situation, when suddenly it was necessary to apply emergency braking due to the fact that a drunk (as it later turned out) driver "jumped out" in front of me, the built-in Venza came to the rescue auxiliary braking system. As a result, the collision was avoided, I believe, largely thanks to the aforementioned auxiliary system.
Exterior
The car looks gorgeous without exaggeration, especially in white. In the sun, the car shimmers, it seems that it is strewn with precious stones. Not a single passer-by can pass by without being delighted. It is so pleasant to sit inside a tinted car, to look at people passing by who, without hesitation, demonstrate admiration, and to understand that this "beauty" belongs to you.
Once I had to go to Bulgaria on vacation, the locals came up to me, asked about the cost of the car and my opinion about its quality, admired it, and one of them was simply stunned: “You are probably a happy person if you have such a car! " It was amazing to hear such words, but at the same time it was very pleasant.
The Toyota Venza is a premium five-door, five-seat crossover SUV. Front and rear windows cars are lightly tinted, sufficient to hide what is happening inside and passengers. The door frames and handles are chrome-plated. The sills are fitted with aluminum trims with the car logo.
When developing the exterior, the manufacturer's designers pursued the goal of achieving good aerodynamics, which they managed. As a result, by reducing wind resistance, it was possible to increase fuel economy, which is important, especially given the high cost of gasoline.
The appearance of Venza does not differ in aggressiveness, pronounced sports accents, despite the presence of a roof spoiler. However, this does not in the least detract from the charm and amazing grace of the car, which is distinguished by refined elegance.
Interior
The interior of Venza impresses with luxury:
Light leather incredible spacious salon designed for five passengers;
- two-color door panels and dashboards;
The salon is distinguished by the original asymmetry of the center console;
The steering column is adjustable in two planes (in reach and in height) using mechanical adjustments;
The presence of plastic inserts, stylized as aluminum, on the steering wheel;
- there is a light sensor, as well as a rain sensor;
- all four glasses are fully automatic. The driver has the ability to control each of them using buttons on the plastic inserts on the door, styled in matte carbon. Buttons are also located here. central locking and glass blocking. Their presence is of particular importance when children are transported in the car;
Almost all systems are automated: the car is started by pressing a button located on the dashboard, the driver's seat is completely adjusted in automatic mode, the trunk opens and closes also at the touch of a button. By the way, the trunk volume is 905 liters;
There is a door light and dashboard;
- there is a rear-view video camera that shows the driver the road surface and the situation behind the car;
- the rear seats fold quite easily in a ratio of 60 to 40, and recline by 14 degrees.
The manufacturer has worried about the comfort of the driver and passengers in the highest class. On a flat road, the car literally flutters, on a low-quality road surface, bumps and bumps are practically invisible.
8 airbags add confidence in protection and safety.
disadvantages
The disadvantages of Venza can be found if you find fault with it. For example, the suspension of the car can be considered too simple, which manifests itself in soft, but insufficient cultivated working off of large irregularities. However, simplicity is not always a downside, as it pays off with the durability and reliability inherent in Toyota's suspension.
The disadvantages include the lack of a headlight level adjuster, which causes dissatisfaction with oncoming cars, as well as the complete absence of towing loops. I will hope that the latter will never be needed, but the logic of the actions of the Venza constructors is not entirely clear.
Toyota Venza price
Price new Toyota The 2014 Venza has remained the same. Per standard equipment you will have to pay 1,570,000 rubles, and the top one will cost 1,776,000 rubles.
