Overview Information
The Toyota Venza is a new Camry based 5-passenger crossover. Although it is arguably a Camry station wagon, the Venza offers optional AWD and a five-inch taller profile to appeal to the SUV crowd. The inside features front bucket seats, a pronounced center console and a 60/40 split rear seat to expand the cargo area. Toyota offers the Venza with a choice of four-cylinder and six-cylinder engines each mated to a standard six-speed automatic. A number of new features appear like the panoramic sunroof and automatic high beams on the headlamps. The Venza will be produced in KY and will go on-sale in late 2008.
What Changed:
The Toyota Venza is a new Camry-based 5-passenger wagon with a 5-inch taller profile. The inside features front bucket seats, a pronounced center console and a 60/40 split rear seat to expand the cargo area. Toyota offers the Venza with a choice of four-cylinder and six-cylinder engines each mated to a standard six-speed automatic. All-wheel drive is optional.
Official Word:
The new 2009 Toyota Venza, set to launch in late 2008, is a versatile five-passenger vehicle that couples the styling and comfort of a passenger car with the flexibility of a sport utility vehicle (SUV), to give customers a stylish alternative to the traditional sedan. With excellent fuel economy, innovative design, outstanding front and rear headroom and excellent value, Venza raises the bar for ride comfort and utility. "Venza establishes an exciting new direction in passenger...Read.
| Model/Trim | Eng. | Trans. | | Velocity Index | Base Price |
| Venza | 2.7l I4 (182-bhp) | A6 | FWD | 41 | $25,975 |
| Venza | 2.7l I4 (182-bhp) | A6 | AWD | 48 | $27,425 |
| Venza | 3.5l V6 (268-bhp) | A6 | FWD | 53 | $27,800 |
| Venza | 3.5l V6 (268-bhp) | A6 | AWD | 54 | $29,250 |
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