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1078 messages, Last post on Nov 17, 2009 at 1:50 PM
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Replying to: kdhspyder (Nov 26, 2008 8:54 pm)
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Replying to: seatoyotasales (Nov 26, 2008 6:17 pm) Thanks, that's encouraging. I'm looking forward to trying it out myself. Regarding an iPod input versus a generic AUX in, I was also disappointed that Toyota went with just the latter. I would love to be able to control my iPod from the steering wheel controls. However, I can also understand why Toyota wouldn't include one. Some guesses: - Added cost to allow the audio system to control the iPod (yes it's software, but software costs money to develop) - Added cost of the proprietary connector (and maybe Apple charges a licensing fee for the connector?) - Added complexity -- you can support today's iPods, but will Toyota support future iPods as Apple changes their firmware or adds new models? A good example is the 2nd Gen iPod touch and 4th Gen nano that no longer support charging via the method that most older iPods use. - The target market just doesn't see it as being all that important. I'm probably an anomaly from a demographic standpoint for the Venza. I'm a "millennial" and probably younger than Toyota's target market. I'll use my iPod with the aux in or burn MP3 CDs. |
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Replying to: rogeliov (Nov 26, 2008 9:20 pm) I don't have a problem with it because I have an MP3 and just by chance this fits my profile perfectly. Except for the fact that I will be driving my Prius for the another 4-5 yrs the Venza is the vehicle that I would look at first in the entire line up....when it gets a hybrid option hopefully in 2-3 yrs. |
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Replying to: rogeliov (Nov 26, 2008 5:44 pm)
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Replying to: rogeliov (Nov 26, 2008 7:19 pm)
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Replying to: rogeliov (Nov 26, 2008 9:20 pm) |
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Has any one compared the Venza with the newly unveiled RX350/RX450H ?. I did a side-by-side photo comparison of the two vehicles (external and internal) and I was astonished at the resounding resemblance between the two vehicles (I tried to upload the comparison photos here - no luck). I guess Toyota is applying the successful formular of the best selling RX to the Toyota lineup - not a bad thing IMHO. The closest Toyota equivalent to the RX had always been the Highlander - but never a true equivalent (unlike ES350/Camry, Lancruiser/LX470 and 4Runner/GX470). It appears Toyota has just made a true Toyota version of the RX. And it is bound to be successful given the success of the RX.
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Replying to: ebby (Nov 27, 2008 2:39 pm) BTW, I'm wondering what some of you posters are driving now and how would the Venza better serve your automotive needs. I am presently driving a 2007 Highlander Hybrid Limited and find the Venza a bit more stylish than the HH. Other than that, I get really great MPG (28-29) which I doubt the Venza can match even in the 4 cylinder FWD model. Regards - M. J. McCloskey |
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Replying to: seatoyotasales (Nov 27, 2008 11:22 am)  Ignore the rude comments; I appreciate the info you've provided so far (definitely much more helpful than my local dealer). Since most of the press photos show a carpeted cargo area and I found it interesting that the "standard" cargo floor is actually plastic (which may be a good thing, as long as it doesn't scratch easily).
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I understand the Venza has the 6th Generation Nav. Wondering what the differences are between the 5th and 6th?
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