Mounted on massive 19" rollers, the design Toyota crossover Venza with voluminous sidewalls, muscular aft and expressive frontal area looks very impressive. Representatives of the automotive community recognize the successful design of the doors, which provides an unprecedented ease of landing, as well as a short overhang, which greatly simplifies the parking process, as a huge advantage of this model.

This mid-size SUV with Torque Distribution Control (ATC) and All-Wheel Drive (AWD) is a versatile solution that allows you to drive through dense city traffic and easily overcome any obstacles on rough terrain.

Style and comfort

The Venza crossover is distinguished by its elegant bodywork: massive elements (bumpers, bloated wheel arches, large alloy wheels) are perfectly combined with the smooth lines of the exterior. The design looks impressive and thought out to the smallest detail: large doorways make the landing comfortable and emphasize the solidity of the car. Also, the body is distinguished by such features as closable sills and a panoramic roof.

Elegance and functionality

Salon Toyota models Venza is spacious and ergonomic. It will be comfortable even for very tall passengers, because the headroom has increased significantly. For the convenience of landing, side mirrors are also illuminated. And you can enjoy the beauty of the starry sky by simply pressing a button: the car's sunroof opens with an electric drive. The car will give a level of comfort class "premium". The feeling of freedom is provided by a wide space between the front passenger and driver seats. The rear passengers will get no less comfortable: the second row of seats is equipped with adjustable backrests and armrests.

Technology and power

The Toyota Venza crossover model is equipped with a full range of modern solutions, such as the Smart Entry / Push Start keyless entry system. On the center console of the car there is a 3.5 '' touchscreen display that displays the readings of the main systems: fuel consumption, temperature outside the window, information about the operation of the engine and climate control. Ease of parking is the result of equipping the crossover with a rear-view camera.

Significant details

The model is available in three configurations: "Elegance", "Elegance Plus" and "Prestige". All-wheel drive and front-wheel drive modifications equipped with a 2.7 liter engine (185 hp) are available to buyers in Russia. The motors are aggregated with a 6-speed automatic transmission. Average consumption fuel Toyota Venza- 9.5 - 10 l / 100 km.

Toyota Venza is a 5-seater mid-size crossover produced by Toyota for the North American market, and since spring 2013 for the Russian one. Venza was introduced on January 14, 2008 at the Detroit Auto Show. The car went on sale at the end of 2008. The model is positioned as a car for young families who prefer an active lifestyle. Toyota describes the Venza as a mix of sedan comfort, station wagon functionality, and the spaciousness and off-road capabilities of a crossover.

The restyled Toyota Venza 2013 debuted at the 2012 New York Spring Auto Show. The crossover is built on the Toyota K Platform and for this reason is a close relative of cars Toyota Camry, Toyota Harrier, Toyota Highlander and Lexus RX. In terms of dimensions, Venza is a rather large car: length is 4833 mm, width is 1905 mm, height is 1610 mm. Wheelbase- 2775 mm. And no third rows of seats: the entire internal volume is given to five passengers. In addition to five seats, Venza has a very solid trunk for a crossover - a volume of 975 liters, and with the second row seats folded down (the backs fold automatically) - as much as 1982 liters.

In the line of the Japanese automaker this model takes place a notch below the Highlander crossover, and its main competitor in the US is Honda Crosstour. The changes affected the appearance and equipment of the car. The technology remained untouched.

Distinctive features of the restyled Venza 2013 were a new grille, LED sections in the head optics, integrated turn signal repeaters in the rear-view mirrors, and a retouched front bumper.

In addition, the Toyota Venza sports redesigned 19-inch wheels, while the range of available body colors has been expanded with the introduction of three new shades: Attitude Black, Cypress Pearl and Cosmic Gray Mica.

Japanese engineers have given Special attention rear-view mirrors: they automatically tilt when driving in reverse, have a backlight function during boarding and are able to remember 2 configurations of their own settings. In addition, Toyota Venza boasts a front parking sensor (in addition to the rear, like everyone else).

In the cabin new Toyota Venza 2013 can be noted a different steering wheel and an upgraded Entune multimedia system, installed on expensive versions of the crossover in XLE and Limited trim levels.

The technical part of the car has not changed - the old 2.7-liter “four” with a capacity of 185 hp is offered as power units. and a 268-horsepower 3.5-liter V6. Both modifications are front-wheel drive, but all-wheel drive is available as an option. Four-wheel drive is made according to the AWD scheme, and when the front wheels slip, part of the traction is transferred to rear axle. The transmission is a six-speed automatic only. The car will be delivered to us only with a base 185-horsepower 2.7-liter engine.

The basic version of Elegance offers light and rain sensors, xenon headlights, LED daytime running lights, 19-inch alloy wheels, a panoramic roof and a power sunroof, leather upholstery, dual-zone climate control, full power accessories, a stabilization system and an audio system with six speakers and a 6.1-inch display.

Other two available configurations(Elegance Plus and Prestige) have all-wheel drive and a rearview camera.

The top version of the Prestige is distinguished by an electric tailgate, a system for automatically switching light from far to near, a keyless entry system, a multimedia system and Russian-language navigation with a 7-inch screen, a JBL premium audio system with voice control and as many as 13 speakers.

For the Russian market, Toyota Venza will be produced at Toyota plant in Kentucky, USA.



Quite a bit of time has passed since a new crossover for this market was introduced for Russian buyers, which can no doubt be attributed to the premium segment. Official dealers have already begun accepting applications for this model, the restyled version of which was greeted with enthusiasm at the last auto show in New York. It is assumed that the territory Russian Federation a modification of the Toyota Venza will be supplied, reviews of which are full of gratitude from buyers almost all over the world. After all, within the framework of 2013/2014 model year the appearance of the car of the previous generation was changed, which until recently was not offered officially in the Russian Federation.

Features of the production process

On which the car will be assembled, are located on the territory of the United States of America in Kentucky. So you can already forget about fears about poor-quality work and insufficient qualification of employees. After all, this enterprise has long specialized in its professional activities, and choosing it as the main assembly base for the updated Toyota Venza, whose reviews of the previous generation were positive, is more than justified. After all, the plant in Kentucky will supply its products not only to the Russian market, but also to customers throughout the CIS, where regional conditions are largely similar.

Layout

If you deal with the features of the Toyota Venza body, then, to your surprise, you will find that it is not very suitable for a classic crossover, it should rather be attributed to station wagons off-road, which occupy an intermediate niche in the classification of cars. For the construction of this model, a platform from the Camry sedan was used. previous generation due to its high unification and reliability. However, the Japanese corporation classifies the Toyota Venza car, reviews of which in the land of the rising sun were not the most enthusiastic, like an SUV. The statements from the manufacturers emphasize the increased ground clearance, powerful power point and four-wheel drive, so in all the model is conditionally referred to as crossovers, but with a note about its use only in the conditions of the "urban jungle". Indeed, for all the thoughtfulness of the car, it has a rather narrow scope, as can be seen in the process of comparing the various parameters of Toyota Venza 2014, specifications which, without a shadow of embarrassment, indicate that the model is intended for use on high-quality road surfaces of various interchanges, highways or autobahns, and not on slush. Indeed, in this car, great attention is paid to comfort and functionality, which, in turn, implies a developed transport infrastructure and the corresponding consumer. In the absence of any of these this car will become unclaimed.

facelift

The restyling, which was carried out at the end of last year, brought a lot of innovations to the appearance of the Toyota Venza car. Reviews of this event fully reflected the enthusiasm of critics and motorists, because in this model there was a whole range of favorable changes - instead of the old headlights, a completely new optics, more durable bumpers have taken the place of the previous ones, has also undergone changes. The side mirrors acquired a light indication with the repetition of turns, and the clearance and rims were prepared for the peculiarities of the Russian expanses. The interior and exterior of the car have freshened up and become much more modern, while retaining the features of its progenitor in the person of the Toyota Kemry.

Linear dimensions and owner reviews

The car retained its dimensions, but became a little higher: with a width of 1905 mm and an SUV length of 4833 mm, the distance from the bottom of the wheels to the top of the roof was 1.61 meters. At the same time, the base and ground clearance remained unchanged - 2775 and 250 mm, respectively. Fully equipped and maximum configuration the car weighs 1.86 tons, and for models with all-wheel drive - 1.945 tons. The trunk volume of the car is 975 liters, which is quite a lot for vehicle class "Toyota Venza". Reviews of the owners of this model captivate any connoisseur, because the luxury and elegance of the cabin is beyond praise - the interior uses bold combinations of different materials that imitate natural wood and carbon fiber in a high quality, and leather upholstery with unobtrusive backlighting of the instrument panel will surprise you with its functionality. The cabin is comfortable and spacious, but if you need to move bulky cargo or luggage, you can fold the rear seats, which will increase the available space by another 60% of its capacity. At the same time, during long trips, none of the passengers will have any complaints, because they are provided with adjustable backrests, niches for storing various small things, armrests and cup holders, a heating system and much more.

The nuances of autonovelties in the Russian Federation

Unfortunately for the Russian public this crossover will be presented only power unit 1AR-FE in 2.7 liters, this is the "junior" engine that is installed on the Toyota Venza car. Fuel consumption, reviews and performance features of this 185 hp engine. do not cause complaints from many users, because its four-cylinder "heart" is supplied with a timing belt with a chain drive, a gas distribution system and 16 DOHC valves. In preparation for Russian realities and fuel, the car's power and torque were slightly increased, their maximum reaches 136 kW and 247 Nm.

Dynamic characteristics

These indicators are enough to easily reach a speed of 180 km / h, the car accelerates to the first hundred in no more than 9.5 seconds - this is a very good time for its mass. Using mechanical box gear shifting, these figures could be further increased, but the Toyota Venza will be equipped with only a six-speed sequential automatic transmission. All-wheel drive will not be installed in the base on the car, its plug-in variation will be available only in top trim levels (4WD only functions when the front axle slips and when connected through a multi-plate clutch). In the urban cycle, fuel consumption will not exceed 12.3-13.3 liters per 100 km, while at the same time, in the extra-urban cycle, the consumption is much less - 7.1-8.0 liters.

Equipping a machine that anticipated expectations

Maximum comfort and minimum roll while moving along the roadway will be provided by a fully independent suspension. After all, the new Toyota Venza, whose reviews do not raise doubts about who will become the sales leader in this price segment, is equipped with special settings that reduce vibrations and fluctuations on Russian transport arteries. Since the MacPherson strut suspension has been adapted to possible irregularities, this will minimize their influence. In addition, the most modest equipment already includes ventilated brake discs on the front wheels and standard ones on the rear.

Safety first

A lot of different electronic assistants are also offered: assistance when driving from a slope or on it, anti-lock and traction systems, and many other nice additions for a Toyota Venza car. Reviews of experts about safety in this car do not differ, because everything is organized at the highest level in it. One has only to verify this for oneself, since the front seats of the model are equipped with a lumbar support function, the base already has airbags for passengers and the driver, curtains for the first and second row of seats, which prevents possible damage in traffic accidents.

Premium segment in perfection

In addition to high-quality assembly and ergonomic interior, the novelty of the Russian market still has something to brag about. After all, the richness of the configurations of this model was to many tastes, so the reviews about Toyota Venza cars, even based on the results of short test drives, are full of enthusiastic descriptions of the differences in the interiors of the Prestige, Eleganse and Elegance + classes, thanks to which everyone can form everything they need around themselves - from xenon headlights, light sensors, running lights, alloy wheels of various sizes and up to cruise control, immobilizer, parking sensors, heated seats, mirrors, windshield and much more. The car will fully satisfy any wishes for a cost of 1,600,000 to 1,900,000 rubles.

On June 15, official sales of the Toyota Venza, a cross between the Camry and Highlander models, will start in Russia. The car came out in the American way big and conspicuous, but not without oddities. To study the nature and "Americanisms" of this "interclass" phenomenon, AvtoVesti went to the historical homeland of Venza.

The young was no longer young: the American-designed Toyota Venza went into production at a plant in Kentucky back in November 2008. Not so few used "Venz" were imported into Russia through "gray" channels. But only in this year Toyota, finally, officially brought the "American" to our market. As they say, better late than never. Yes, and Venza, which survived a light one in 2012, is still not bad-looking and looks, as they say, “pretty good”, that is, quite good. And if at a gas station they suddenly ask what kind of device this is, you can safely say: such a mixture of Toyota Camry and Highlander. And this is not far from the truth. Toyovtsy say that the Venza is a combination of the comfort and handling of the Camry sedan with the capacity, functionality, high seating position and high ground clearance of the Highlander crossover.

The mestizo turned out to be even larger than its progenitor: Venza is 48 mm longer than the rather big Highlander, although in terms of overall height it is 150 mm lower than it. On the other hand, the clearance of the Venza is only a millimeter less than that of the "dad" (205 mm), and it is more convenient to get into it, because the seating height in the cabin is 70 mm lower than that of the Highlander. In terms of the distance between the first and second row of seats, the difference is only a few millimeters at all, and the Toyota team also promises the largest space in the “gallery” in the class.

Factory roof rails are available to Americans as an accessory, but they are not yet offered in Russia. But, unlike the USA, the Russian Venza already has "in the base" - LED daytime running lights. And the headlights are not halogen, but already xenic, both dipped and high beam. And in the top configuration "Prestige" headlights also automatically switch from far to near and back. A headlight washer is also included as standard. The wheels are already in the basic configuration - only 19-inch.

However, the first thing I look into the trunk, which the Yankees also claim is almost the largest in the class. I press the button of the fifth door, the lock opens, but the door itself does not move. You have to open it with your hands, with your hands. But there is also an electric drive here (however, without position memory and only in the top version "Prestige")! Yes, but to lift the door, it will only work from the buttons in the cabin and on the key fob. And the tailgate glass, by the way, does not open separately - contrary to American traditions.

But the trunk itself is really huge, up to the ceiling for rear seats- 975 liters (y - 757 liters), the floor is low, the "gates" are wide, I don't want to load. Only if something rolled into the far corner, you have to climb into the trunk with your feet, and it’s easy to get smeared into the slush on the bulging bumper. But if you fold the rear sofa, the volume of the "barn" will reach two cubic meters - you can take out half the apartment! But Venza, stuffed to the eyeballs, will go to the dacha already "squatting": automatic correction of the floor level under loading (like, say, at) in rear suspension no.

The Venza is hospitable to the rear passengers: the threshold is low and it is convenient to sit down, wide doors open almost 90 degrees and cover the threshold itself with the lower part, protecting it from dirt. True, putting the mother-in-law in the third row will not work: unlike the Highlander, the Venza is only a five-seater. The rear sofa is 12 mm higher than the front seats, but the roof does not press (plus there is already a huge double sunroof in the base) and it is very spacious here, there is where to put your feet, and your knees do not rest against the back even of the seat shifted all the way back. The sofa itself, sewn in slippery leather, is completely flat in profile and does not hold in sharp turns. But the back is adjustable in inclination, the headrests fit well, a lamp perched right above your head, so you can comfortably spread out with a book in the gallery. For complete happiness, only heating is not enough, which, for example, Crosstour has.

Salon "Venza" is offered in three three colors: beige and gray with brown and black inserts under the tree, as well as black with inserts imitating carbon (pictured). 7 airbags, active front head restraints and seat belt pretensioners are already responsible for safety already in the basic configuration. At the same time, Venza has a "five-star" rating according to the results of crash tests by the American Insurance Institute. road safety(IIHS).

The third passenger, especially the tall one, is no longer so at ease. He feels a protruding armrest with his back, a massive transmission tunnel at his feet, and his knees can rest against the sidewalls of the front backs. I was also touched by the combination of premium "chips" with cheap solutions. For example, when raising the glass, the servo slows down on the last centimeters so that the window closes without knocking. But under the ceiling - like simple exhaust handles taken from a suitcase, without any microlifts, which are now even on budget cars. American contrasts!

Is the plastic in the cabin also made in the American way? At the top of the instrument panel and front doors, it is soft to the touch, below it is already hard and resonant. But it looks decent and does not creak on the move: at least in the new test car, the interior and instrument panel were "silent". But the sliding armrest between the front seats can creak and knock in some positions. Only by the Yankees themselves, the topic of plastics and squeaks is up to the lantern: they, unlike the Russians, are not so fixated on this. It is more important for them that there is somewhere to stick a can of cola and shove travel small things. With this, "Venza" is in full order, everything is just in the American tradition. There are plenty of pockets and pockets, cup holders between the seats are large, with LED backlight. In the center console there is a mini-branch of the trunk with three (!) Tanks with a total volume of 13.7 liters at once. My camera sank into one of them, as if into a black hole, and along with the wardrobe trunk! And I, naive, thought that Chevrolet Tahoe had a big glove compartment ...

Gigantomania also occurs in the case of wide front seats. There are no questions about the ranges of settings, but the seats were clearly made for people wider and heavier than me: with my height of 180 cm, I literally hang out in them. Developed lateral support, elaborate back profile? No, you haven't heard! Everything is simpler and without frills, like a home sofa. I will complain about the location of the automatic transmission selector: when you use the manual mode of the box, the elbow rests against the back of the seat. Visibility is also nuanced. The windshield pillars are very massive and block a considerable field of view - be on the lookout. The rear “wiper” cleans only a small “embrasure”, and although there is a heated brush on the front glass, there is no rain sensor, which would be much more useful than a light sensor. Surprised and side mirrors. But not because they are folded only by hand. It’s just that the mirror elements are already small, but they were also pinched off a little, setting a lens in the corner showing the car in the blind zone. A twofold solution: someone will surely like it, but I never had time to get used to it.

The multimedia system and navigator in "Venza" are Russified, and the radio is retuned to Russian frequencies. But the touch screen in all trim levels is only 6-inch (a 7-inch touchscreen is only in the top-end Limited cars with V6 engines), and navigation tips are not duplicated on the screen under the windshield. I didn’t really like the “twists” of the climate control: they are slippery and not clearly fixed.

And how does it all go? Unlike the USA, "Venzas" with a V6 engine will not be sold in Russia yet: it's expensive, and the Highlander doesn't need an extra competitor. Therefore, under the hood of the test car - only a 4-cylinder 2.7-liter engine with 185 hp. and a 6-speed automatic. The motor produces a decent 247 Nm of torque, but the Venza is no fluff either. The front-wheel drive version weighs 1860 kg, and the four-wheel drive model we tested is already 1945 kg. So, no miracles with dynamics: up to 100 km / h Venza AWD travels in 10.2 seconds, mono-drive - in 9.9. Love to drive? But Venza - not so much. She does not say that she is a "vegetable", but she is more inclined towards a calm, measured drift. And if you need dynamics, the motor must be spun under 4000 rpm and above, where it demonstrates a noticeable pickup. Although you should not expect a kick in the ass in the style of the movie "Fast and the Furious" during acceleration, and the hysterical, harsh sound of the engine is already beginning to break into the cabin, which in such a "take-off" mode also vibrates to the floor. In general, at first the crossover seemed noisy: the suspension is heard, the background mumbling of the engine is heard even in quiet modes ... I got behind the wheel on the third day - and it seems to be not so loud, apparently, I got used to the car.

During the test
average fuel consumption made up

12.7 l

For 100 km

But Venza does not let you get bored, it throws up nuances. Take, for example, "automatic". His soft but slow work with delays in response to the addition or release of gas was not an American discovery. As well as the fact that in the "sport" mode, the engine-box tandem acts a little more actively. But the logic of the manual mode is a mystery! In the “manual”, the automatic transmission clearly lives its own life: it doesn’t particularly hold the selected gears, arbitrarily switching “down” or “up” under the pressed or released gas, and, on the contrary, does not allow switching to higher gears during active acceleration.

I will also add that the box, included in D, does not keep the crossover on a slope: release the brake - and the Venza rolls back. In this case, in all trim levels there is a "assistant" to start on the rise (HAS), which, after releasing the brake pedal, holds the car for about 3 seconds. But if in European and Japanese cars such systems immediately “grab” the car, it is worth pressing the brake a little, then in Venza you need to push the pedal further so that the system turns on and gives a signal to the panel. The brakes themselves are also peculiar, with a long, as if two-stage, pedal stroke and some kind of "rubber" feeling, little like intelligible information content. The grip of the brakes, taking into account the mass, was also average, although with active braking the Venza does not rush about and slows down smoothly.

In addition to the "Venza", the 4-cylinder engine of the 1AR-FE series is installed on the American versions of the Highlander, the Sienna minivan and the Lexus RX270. The engine is equipped with intake and exhaust camshaft shifters, a variable length manifold and a variable displacement oil pump. In addition, at Russian versions a larger coolant radiator and an additional engine oil cooler. Maintenance intervals - 10,000 kilometers, car warranty - 3 years or 100,000 km.

On a straight highway, the crossover also goes on rails. But there is no great desire to drive along the winding paths - the "format" of the car is not the same, its weight and sweeping habits are immediately felt. Comfort on the go? The suspension practically does not notice the road "trifle", but at large transverse joints the car is already shuddering. I also grabbed a section with a broken gravel grader. In general, the suspension allows you to drive quite actively on such a surface. But on deep transverse gullies and large pits, the steering wheel is already shaking, the steering wheel is shaking, the suspension is booming and the vibrations from hefty 19-inch “rollers” with a dimension of 255/45 are more and more felt. Eh, 18-inch tires with a higher profile would go here, it would go softer ... But there will be no such wheels, only the 19th size is already in the base (on V6 versions - even 20 inches). But the Russian "Venzas" (and we drove the American versions) will get softer shock absorbers and tires with reinforced tread! It's a useful thing, but as if the Venza did not become too rolled with such a suspension.

The Americans also promise other electric power steering calibrations. And then after all, on test machines - a typical American wattage and unnatural effort on the steering wheel. Settings for a change of direction, and not for the refinements of controllability. I hope that the steering wheel will become sharper in the Russian versions, but what will definitely not change is a considerable (almost 6 meters) turning radius: you can’t turn around in a tight street in one sitting. Even in our car on the grader there were knocks in the steering mechanism. I want to believe that I just got an unsuccessful car ...

The "Venza" has quite a serious ground clearance of 205 mm under the front gearbox. The bottom is generally flat, only the exhaust tract hangs down, which, at the bends of the terrain, risks being the first to come into contact with the ground. By the way, steel engine protection will also be in the list of accessories.

But to drive the car "into the fields" to check in action a similar RAV4 four-wheel drive with an electromagnetic multi-plate clutch in the drive rear axle, I didn't succeed. In the States, you still need to find off-road, especially, wherever you spit - everywhere is private property. And local latifundists may not understand the desire of strangers to mix dirt on their lands. And if you consider how many weapons the American population has in their hands ... However, having climbed the "Venza" from below, I was even glad that I did not climb to look for adventure on my head. Because if Venza got stuck somewhere, then ... Dig-push! And this is not only a curse, but also a call to action. For there is nothing to pull, the car has no towing eyes! If a shallowly bogged crossover is pulled gently, then the front can be anchored by stamped lower arms. But I would not dare to pull the less thick rear ones. Pull for a hitch? It will not work either: it is available in American versions, but for Russian it is not certified and is not sold by "officials". So, if you are already drawn to nature, then without a shovel - not a step from the asphalt. Or, through friends, acquaintances or "gray" suppliers, order a towbar from the States and put it on the car yourself.

The folded backs of the rear sofa give a flat floor and 1988 liters of volume. The backrests fold themselves, just pull the handles in the trunk. Carpet on the floor and nets for cargo are options, and the trunk curtain is included in the basic equipment of only the top-end Prestige configuration. Under the hard plastic floor - dokatka.

In a word, the crossover turned out to be ambiguous. Not the freshest and most progressive, not the most refined in habits, with questions on ergonomics and other oddities. However, our customers possible disadvantages cars are unlikely to stop. Because on the other side of the scale, Venza has an expressive appearance and spacious salon, good equipment and high landing above the road. And this is Toyota, it has a special attitude in Russia. So the Russian sales expected by marketers at the level of 5000 Venza per year do not look fantastic. In any case, even before the start of sales, the planned volume of pre-orders for Venza has already been doubled.

The last question remains: how much to pay? The most affordable Venza is the front-wheel drive version of "Elegance" at a price of 1,570,000 rubles. The list of equipment already has a leather interior, 2-zone climate control, xenon headlights with washer, heated front seats, a CD radio with 6 speakers and a 6-inch touchscreen, and rear parking sensors. Having paid another 101,000 rubles, we already get an all-wheel drive "Venza" with a rear-view camera. The top-end Venza will cost 1,776,000 rubles, and it will already have front parking sensors, a fifth door servo, keyless entry into the cabin and engine start, automatic headlight switching from low to high, a Russified navigator and a powerful JBL audio system with 13 speakers.

In the photo - Venza, adapted for Russia. As they say, find 10 differences. But they are! rear bumper- already with red "foglights", in addition, Russian dealers will initially put front and rear parking sensors in the bumpers themselves. Taking into account our "sandblasted" roads, the density of "anticorrosive" on the hood has been increased, plus an additional anti-corrosion treatment pass rims, emblems and door handles.

Rivals? Toyov considers the competitor of "Venza" No. 1 in Russia Nissan Murano, standing from 1.59 to 1.93 million rubles. The second on the list is the Volvo XC70, but only suitable for the price diesel versions(2 and 2.4 liters) at a price of 1.43 to 1.87 million rubles. At Subaru Outback only 2.5-liter (167 hp) options fall into the price range (from 1,555,000 to 1,753,000 rubles). There is also an all-wheel drive VW Passat Variant Alltrack with a price tag of 1,529,000 rubles. Of course, let's not forget about the Honda Crosstour, but the updated 4-cylinder version (2.4 liters, 194 hp, 220 Nm) is available in Russia only with front-wheel drive, a 5-speed automatic and only in one top configuration at a price of 1,599,000 rubles.

Engine

At the beginning of the year in Russia became available for pre-order new crossover Toyota Venza. This premium car has been known in the USA for several years, but it has only just arrived in our country.

About model

Toyota Venza of the current model year will be available for purchase in the Russian Federation, that is, already in an updated format. After restyling, the crossover was first presented to the public during the New York Auto Show. The version for Russia will be assembled at a plant in Kentucky, USA.

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Many say that it is not correct to consider this Toyota a crossover, it is rather an all-terrain wagon. This is also supported by the fact that it was created on the basis of the previous generation Camry sedan. However, manufacturers assure that Venza belongs specifically to crossovers, focusing on increased ground clearance, the presence all-wheel drive and powerful engine. Given both of these opinions, Toyota Venza will be considered a crossover, but an urban crossover, which is not very suitable for off-road assault.

New Toyota Venza

Last year's restyling led to a transformation in the appearance of the crossover. has been updated radiator screen, bumpers and headlights have become different. The public also saw the wheels in a new design, and on the side mirrors there were repeaters.

The appearance has become fresher and more courageous, as if specially prepared for Russian open spaces and roads. The dimensions are in many ways similar to the already voiced Camry, however, the new Venza has grown significantly: its height has grown to 1610 mm, the length is 4833 mm, and the width is 1905. At the same time, the clearance is increased to 205 millimeters, which is more than that of station wagons, but less, than many classmates, for example, the same Volvo XC90. The front-wheel drive version of the crossover in running order weighs 1860 kilograms, all-wheel drive modification- 1945. Trunk volume is impressive: 975 liters - a large enough volume even for a crossover.

Salon Toyota Venza

The interior of the Venza is decorated with carbon or wood inserts. The steering wheel and seats are covered with leather, the dashboard is equipped with LED backlight.

Inside the crossover is spacious and comfortable. The rear seats can be folded in a ratio of 60/40, as a result of which the Venza looks like a roomy station wagon. All chairs have precise adjustment and heating system. There are plenty of cup holders and various niches for storing small things around.

Specifications Toyota Venza

In North America, this crossover is available with two engine options, but only one power plant is provided for Russian customers. This four-cylinder engine, the youngest in the line, has a volume of 2.7 liters. It is equipped with a chain-driven timing belt, sixteen DOHC valves and a Cual VVT-I gas distribution system. After refinement and preparation for Russian conditions, the engine began to produce 184 Horse power at 5800 rpm.

The maximum speed of the car is 180 km/h. Up to a hundred kilometers, even the pre-styling version accelerated in 9 and a half seconds, so there is a possibility that this figure has improved after the update.

It is upsetting that the crossover will be supplied to the Russian market only with an automatic six-speed sequential box gears, while in America there are also quite high-quality and peppy mechanics.

The basic version of Toyota Venza in Russia will receive by default only front-wheel drive, however, more expensive modifications can be equipped with a plug-in all-wheel drive, which is activated in the event of a slip.

Venza is quite whimsical in the choice of fuel and eats gasoline no worse than AI-95. At the same time, the consumption for all-wheel drive and front-wheel drive versions of the crossover is somewhat different. In urban conditions, Toyota with front-wheel drive consumes about 12.3 liters per 100 km, but when driving on the highway, this figure drops to 7.1 liters. According to the manufacturer, in mixed mode, the car will consume a little more than nine liters.

Four-wheel drive consumes slightly more fuel. The city is characterized by indicators at the level of 13.3 liters per hundred, for the highway - eight liters. In mixed mode, about 10 liters of fuel are consumed.

Recall that the figures given correspond to a 2.4-liter engine. The older unit with a volume of 3.5 liters will not be sold in Russia due to a banal conflict of interest. A similar top-end six-cylinder engine is installed on another Toyota crossover, the Highlander, which is both more expensive and sells well. Apparently, manufacturers have concerns that when a more powerful engine is installed on the Toyota Venza, customers will buy it, and not more expensive cars.

Venza has completely independent suspension, both front and back. MacPherson struts are used here, which are specially tuned to take into account not very quality roads so characteristic of Russia. The front wheels are equipped with ventilated brake discs, while the rear wheels are equipped with non-ventilated ones.

Even basic equipment boasts a rich set electronic assistants: brake assist system, distribution system braking force, anti-lock system, traction control system, as well as a hill start assist system.

Little is known about the safety level of the new Toyota Venza, as the results of official crash tests have not yet been published. However, there is no need to worry about the safety of the driver and passengers. Already the basic equipment is equipped with two front and two side airbags, a knee airbag for the driver and side curtain airbags for both the front and rear seats.

Prices and equipment Toyota Venza

Toyota Venza is a premium crossover. On the Russian market quite rich equipment of the car, typical for premium representatives of its class, is presented.

In our country, there are three trim levels: "Elegance", "Elegance Plus", "Prestige".

The cost of Toyota Venza in the starting configuration "Elegance" starts at 1,587,000 rubles. This includes the following options:

• Central locking;
• Immobilizer;
• Leather upholstery of seats and steering wheel;
• Audio system with six speakers and a 6.1-inch screen;
• Rear parking sensors;
• Cruise control;
• Climate control;
• Electric adjustment and heating of the front seats;
• Full power package;
• Heated windshield;
• Panoramic sunroof;
• Xenon headlights;
• LED running lights;
• Front and rear fog lights;
• 19 inch alloy wheels.

"Elegance Plus" provides for the installation of a rear-view camera and an all-wheel drive system. The price of Toyota Venza in this configuration starts at 1,688,000 rubles.

The top-end “Prestige” equipment costs from 1,793,000 rubles and includes the following additional options:

• Power rear door;
• Front parking sensors;
• Premium audio system with thirteen speakers;
• Navigator in Russian with voice control;
• Automatic head color adjustment;
• Starting the engine with the "Push Start" button;
• Smart Entry car access.

Owner reviews Toyota Venza

Owners note that Venza is more compact than its competitors - Highlander, Lexus RX450 or Volvo XC90. Of course, on rear seats a hockey team won't fit, but three passengers will be more than comfortable there. The interior is not as aggressive as some classmates, everything is smooth, harmonious and comfortable. In terms of ergonomics, Venza can only be compared with the XC90, which is a very flattering comparison. Practically everyone notes the volume of the trunk: “A large, even trunk (a cool sleeping place).”

Some say the Toyota Venza is "Just big station wagon with the capabilities of a non-road vehicle. Agree, this is more than enough for urban conditions and trips out of town. In the city, by the way, there are almost no obstacles on the road for this crossover: you can park on the curb and pass speed bumps without difficulty. Noise isolation is also provided at a good level, the noise of the motor becomes audible after 2000 rpm, but it has a pleasant sound.

Drivers also note the confident dynamics of the car: although the engine does not have much power, it confidently accelerates the crossover and maintains a constant speed. Numerous electronic systems allow you to avoid drifts, slips and other incidents. On the track, the car feels great, which is not surprising, because it was created for paved roads. The latter, we note, does not mean that dirt roads are contraindicated for him.

Important when choosing this car is the reasonable price of components and spare parts. Only tires can be called expensive, but almost all 19-inch wheels are not cheap.

Test drive Toyota Venza (+ video)

We have already talked about the quality of the Toyota Venza interior, so we will focus only on what has not yet been discussed. The front seats may not seem comfortable enough to some, but they have the ability to adjust and customize. Throughout the cabin - a lot of compartments and coasters, which, by the way, there are 10 pieces throughout the cabin. The exterior mirrors, which do not provide a sufficient overview of the blind spots, are somewhat upsetting.

On the dashboard the speedometer plays a dominant role. No information sensors and windows are provided here. But on the screen multimedia system can be shown as information about the climate in the cabin, as well as navigation and a host of other useful data.

Given the size and weight of the car, the engine does its job well. Of course, he does not tear from the spot, but the speed is gaining confidently and with a twinkle. The machine shifts gears confidently, and even when you turn on the manual mode, the box itself decides which gear it will work in and switches itself. Agree, it's a little strange.

At quiet ride Venza shows softness and swallows almost all the bumps in the road. As long as there are no large pits and bumps, you can drive at speed even on a dirt road. There are no breakdowns of the suspension even when overcoming large irregularities, but you should not abuse this. At high speed in turns, things begin to roll, not only in cargo hold but even in trunks. During normal driving, turns are passed confidently and without rolls.

In urban conditions, Venza showed high maneuverability. It will unfold even where there is little space for Renault Logan, the dimensions feel good, and moving backward is facilitated by the presence of a rear view camera.

Venza - solid, high-quality and comfortable family car. It will appeal to lovers of comfortable trips with the whole family on asphalt roads.

Competitors

Many experts consider the Japanese to be among the competitors of Toyota Venza Honda car crosstour. However, the Crosstour is a pure station wagon with not very high driving performance. In addition, with comparable trim levels, Honda will cost two hundred thousand more, which for Russians voting in rubles is a very important argument in favor of Toyota Venza.

In terms of equipment and cost, it is more or less close to Venza Hyundai Santa Fe. He also offers rich equipment and good design, but taking into account our realities ground clearance 185 millimeters may not be enough.

Outcome

Toyota Venza is a car that is between crossovers and station wagons. It combines good cross-country ability and a high level of comfort, which is to the taste of many buyers. The owners say that you can fall in love with this car at first sight, you just need to sit in the salon. Well, we have no reason to doubt it, especially since Toyota Venza only increases the number of its fans year by year.