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1078 messages, Last post on Nov 17, 2009 at 1:50 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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Replying to: macpro (Nov 27, 2008 6:35 pm) The buttons are rearranged somewhat but the options are still there. Connecting a BT devise and disconnecting one is a snap now. |
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Replying to: qs933 (Nov 27, 2008 4:55 pm) It drives very good and handles well even when deliberating making sharper fast turns with the AWD. Good pickup too. It's quieter than the Highlander at all speeds and the transmission shifts smoother. The Limited Highlander is more floaty/bouncy. Venza more care like. I though the Venza seats slightly more comfortable. Cargo space depth and width is not much different but Highlander has more height. I prefer the Venza. Things Venza might not have available - can check brochure - no turn signal mirrors or puddle lamps. I was told tire pressure monitor system only lets you know if a tire is low, unlike other systems that give you actual PSI for ea. tire. The other thing I was told - seems like radio controls on steering wheel to change stations only lets you go up and down to to your 12 presets. To get to other stations, you still need to go to the unit in the dash. I'm wondering how others might compare the loaded Venza to a loaded Lincoln MKX. The Venza's gas mileage is a little better. Lincoln MRRP is more, but has good deals on it now. Any opinions comparing these two? I don't even think the Lincoln has turn signal mirrors, but I think it has puddle lamps and you can get articulating headlamps. Both offer those panaroma roofs. |
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Replying to: md_outback (Nov 27, 2008 7:38 am) |
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Replying to: seatoyotasales (Nov 27, 2008 11:22 am) 
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Replying to: carcom2 (Nov 28, 2008 1:28 pm) That's the way it works in the regular Highlander (and many other Toyotas) too. The Highlander Hybrid shows the actual measurements on the multi-info display; not sure why it couldn't be done on other Toyotas with a multi-info display other than cost. Same thing with the steering wheel audio controls. That's how it works on most other Toyotas. You can move between the presets (and switch between AM/FM1/FM2/CD/aux, etc.) from the steering wheel. I think holding down the steering wheel buttons does something else -- maybe scans from preset to preset. I prefer cycling through the presets any way -- much better than having to repeatedly push the buttons just to see what's on the other stations. I'm wondering how others might compare the loaded Venza to a loaded Lincoln MKX. I was thinking the same thing too after seeing an ad in the paper the newspaper this morning with a ~$33K price for an MKX (after employee pricing and incentives). The MKX looks more like a Lexus competitor with real wood, heated/cooled seats, 4-year bumper-to-bumper warranty, etc. Based on Lincoln's web site, it looks like it's missing the Smart Key and HIDs that are optional on the Venza. I'm guessing the interior materials are a step above both the Edge and the Venza, but that's just a guess. |
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Replying to: qs933 (Nov 28, 2008 3:20 pm)
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