Compared to many crossovers, however, the Venza is closer to the top of the available range. My pattern is to get a new car every two or three years. You can do it at the comfort of your garage. With moderately soft suspension tuning and rather numb steering, it's by no means exciting to drive, but it's competent and never struggles to defeat the driver's intent. The all-wheel-drive system is intended for inclement weather, not tackling the Rubicon. The total sales of the 2014 Toyota Venza in the United States are 27,278 units. Its a fun activity that allows you to enter the realm of your car.
Comfortable, competent, and confidence inspiring, the Venza offers more stable-seeming and car-like ride and handling than most crossovers. I really feel this is a great value vehicle. Took to Toyota and first diagnosed as bad gas. The failure mileage was 200. My husband, on the other hand, never ceased to remind me how much he disliked the Venza.
When a model is recalled, the automaker contacts every owner of that model by mail, and asks him or her to bring his or her car to a dealer. What Else Should I Know? The base engine makes 182 horsepower from 2. My son and grandaugher were in the car with me. Panel between windshield and sunroof replaced. But the one I have now is my baby and is staying with me. A low cargo floor makes loading and unloading groceries or other parcels easy, and the rear seat folds down to increase available space.
The cabin's perfectly functional, but trim and materials are more serviceable than sexy. Head and leg room are ample, step-in height is low, and the back bench seat reclines for greater long-distance comfort. My brakes failed at a low speed at a mcdonalds and I hit a car in front of me. These packages are complete with all your car information needs. I love the colors, the comfort, and the smooth sailing.
Oct 08, 2014 2014 Toyota Venza problems and complaints, up-to-date recall information and reviews. Near-ideal seating height makes entry and exit easy, and the seating is comfortable for adults in both front and back rows. The large 20-inch wheels look good from the curb, but add a noticeable degree of ride harshness without any performance benefit. What Should I Do If My Car is Recalled? If the car is recalled later for that specific problem, you may be able to get reimbursed from the automaker. The only complaint that I have is that I wish the cargo space at the rear was a little larger. Sometimes an automaker will catch a defect in its own tests. Also customer support over the email, and help to fix your car right the first time!!!!! It took three sets of mud flaps before they could find four that fit.
Four essential variants are available, crossing the two available engines with either front- or all-wheel drive. The fit and finish on the interior is atrocious. Slightly refreshed for 2013 a new grille and taillights , the 2014 model year removes a couple of color combinations; you can no longer order the Cosmic Gray exterior paint with Ivory fabric or leather interiors, and the Sunset Bronze paint is also no longer available with Black fabric or leather upholstery. The Venza's head-on view is its least attractive angle, with the large and flashy grille giving a toothy look. Our only beef with the interior styling is that wide center console, which takes up a lot of room. I missed the Venza so much I had to find another one low mileage.
Road noise is an issue on coarser surfaces, with the four-cylinder more than the six. What Happens in a Recall? Compared to most modern sedans and wagons, the 2014 Toyota Venza isn't a very fuel-efficient vehicle. We Were First Told Defective Glass. We are constantly bumping the cups due to the inconvenient palcement, especially if we use straws. We have included couple basic screen shots from manual these are sample screen shots, just for you to see how it looks.
In many respects, it feels like a heavier, taller Camry wagon behind the wheel. Venza V-6 models can add an optional Towing Prep Package that allows up to 3,500 pounds of towing capacity. If you think your car has a safety defect but it hasn't been recalled, save your receipt and other documents if you get it repaired. In our experience, when driving in hilly areas, the difference in gas mileage between four- and six-cylinder models essentially vanishes, but in flat-land driving, the four-cylinder is the definite choice for greener driving. Venza shoppers have a choice of two engines, either of which are available with front- or all-wheel drive: a 182-horsepower, 2.